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Indoor golf course

Indoor golf venue offers high-end simulators with a wide variety of sports games including golf, soccer, and hockey. Atmosphere stays fun and lively, attracting groups for social play and casual drinks. Decor is unique and inviting, complemented by top-notch pizza and wings.

Indoor golf simulators offer an affordable and engaging way to have fun. The spot works well for both social outings and date nights.

Friendly staff and the owner Brayden create a cool atmosphere. The Apogee tracking systems add a unique tech edge. Groups enjoy the relaxed vibe while playing golf and other games.

People are saying

"I thought the pizza here was some of the best in Salt Lake City."

"It's a cool spot with a great variety of games on the simulators."

"It's a super fun place to have a great time."

Good to know

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Bad Caddy Golf offers a variety of games including soccer, hockey, and disc golf.

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The facility is suitable for all skill levels, making it accessible for everyone.

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Group events and team-building activities can be organized at Bad Caddy Golf.

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Amusement center

Large space filled with claw machines and areas to hang out creates a fun and casual vibe. Soft plushies and a unique trade-in system add to the family-friendly atmosphere. Clean, inviting environment welcomes both kids and adults for relaxed play and socializing.

Claw machines offer fun prizes and good prices, making it easy to win plushies. The place suits all ages for a super fun time trying to grab cute stuffed animals and trade up for prizes.

A cool niche idea shapes the whole spot, making it a super cool place to chill and have fun. The workers add to the vibe, keeping things amazing fun and lively.

People are saying

"The staff here makes the fun activities so inviting and helpful."

"The staff here is so nice and helpful with kids."

"This place is a super cool spot to hang out."

Good to know

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Claw Zone offers a trade-in option for bigger or better prizes.

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The arcade is clean, well-organized, and easy to navigate.

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Claw Zone is family friendly and great for kids.

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Donut shop with colorful decor and neon lights creates a fun vibe and welcoming atmosphere. It features a kids play area and a party room, making it lively and family-friendly. Profits support efforts to help homeless people transition to better situations.

A fun environment welcomes kids and adults with many cute activities and toys to enjoy. Friendly staff add to the memorable experience alongside delicious donuts.

A colorful and clean spot with a fun atmosphere. The vibe feels cool and the space looks great inside and out.

People are saying

"These donuts are amazing and decadent."

"It's a fun place with creative donuts and activities for kids."

"The atmosphere here is really cool and colorful."

Good to know

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100% of the proceeds go directly to helping those in need.

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The shop is clean, cute, and fully stocked with colorful treats.

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The environment is safe and welcoming for all visitors.

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Book store

Cozy bookstore built into a vintage house offers fantasy and sci-fi novelties with magical decor like swords and Star Wars stained glass. Warm, welcoming atmosphere feels like a community gathering spot with spaces for reading, gaming, and a kid-friendly area. Coffee bar and pastries add to the inviting vibe.

Many fun community events happen here, creating a lively atmosphere. The bookstore offers a unique selection of fantasy, sci-fi, and D&D books and dice, plus a coffee shop that adds to the fun vibe.

Small but cool selection of tabletop role-playing game supplies creates a unique vibe. The spot feels like a cool place to hang out with a relaxed atmosphere.

People are saying

"This bookstore feels like a cozy, welcoming community space."

"It's a fun bookstore with a unique selection and great books."

"I found a cool selection of sci-fi and fantasy books here."

Good to know

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Parking is limited because the building was previously a house.

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The venue offers various events and has a small cafe with themed drinks.

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Every month, they offer curated selections exploring stories from minority groups.

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Wine bar offers a gorgeous space with ambient lighting and cozy furnishings that create a vibrant atmosphere. The vibe is casual and festive, suitable for celebrations or quiet evenings, often enhanced by live DJs and dancers. A wide selection of wines and creative flights complements phenomenal food like pizza and charcuterie, making wine tasting approachable and engaging.

Trivia night offers a fun, informative experience without feeling pretentious. Many wine flights provide a fun way to try new options at reasonable prices.

An innovative wine bar with the largest selection of wine west of the Mississippi creates a cool spot to hang out and learn about wines.

People are saying

"I loved the huge, friendly wine selection and helpful staff."

"The atmosphere here is so fun for any occasion."

"It's effortlessly cool with the largest wine selection west of the Mississippi."

Good to know

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Reservations are highly recommended, especially for trivia nights and busy weekends.

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Trivia night happens every Tuesday at 8pm; expect a lively atmosphere.

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Bar ร  Vin offers customizable wine flights, allowing you to taste various wines.

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Medieval tavern-style bar with fantasy-themed decor and detailed immersive design creates a cozy, magical atmosphere. Music selection is interactive, and ample table space supports board and role-playing games. Unique ciders and meads complement a nerd-friendly, inclusive vibe.

Regular themed tabletop game nights create a fun, nerdy vibe. Creative, delicious drinks add to the engaging atmosphere.

The vibe feels really cool with drinks served in potion bottles labeled for health and stamina. The atmosphere shows clear attention to detail that adds to the experience.

People are saying

"I tried all the delicious ciders and loved the variety."

"You'll love the fun, geeky cocktails served in potion bottles."

"I loved the creative and delicious drinks, especially the ciders."

Good to know

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Parking is limited, with only a few spots available, often taken by food trucks.

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No food is served inside the cidery, so plan accordingly.

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Trivia Night occurs weekly and is popular among visitors.

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Cold plunge baths and sauna sit behind the coffee area, offering three temperature options and river mode for flowing water. The space combines warm, grounded vibes with super clean facilities and a nice patio for relaxing after a plunge.

Playing backgammon stands out as the most fun activity here. The cold plunge and cedar sauna add unique, enjoyable experiences to share with friends.

Pairing the cold plunge with coffee creates a unique and refreshing experience. The spot attracts great vibes and cool people who appreciate its innovative concept.

People are saying

"I thought the coffee here was great."

"It's a really cool concept with great vibes."

"The cold plunge and cedar sauna are the fun activities here."

Good to know

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Cold Plunge Coffee is one of the few downtown coffee spots with parking.

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The membership includes unlimited plunges and coffee.

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The baths are the most affordable in town.

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Indian Railways theme shapes the space with a giant interactive train and robot servers delivering food. Atmosphere balances luxury and vibrancy, creating a welcoming and comfortable setting. Unique design and cultural touches make it stand out among Indian restaurants.

A birthday robot adds a unique and fun surprise. A train with a whistle offers a playful use of space that kids can enjoy. The overall atmosphere feels creative and lively.

Unique interior design and a very cool atmosphere stand out here. The presence of a train and robots adds to the cool vibe.

People are saying

"The food here was absolutely delicious and amazing."

"The food here is fantastic and the atmosphere is fun."

"The food here is amazing, delicious, and excellent."

Good to know

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Parking is available in the back of the restaurant.

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Credit cards and mobile payments are accepted, but cash is preferred for tips.

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Reservations are recommended for special events like Valentine's Day.

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Live music bar

Small live music bar with heavy metal memorabilia and a CBGBs vibe creates an authentic, welcoming atmosphere. Excellent acoustics and a well-equipped stage support local metal bands. Friendly crowd enjoys pool and pinball games alongside cheap drinks and vegan food options.

Live punk and metal shows create a fun weekend vibe. The bar hosts events and parties that keep the atmosphere lively and enjoyable.

Aces High Saloon has a cool vibe and feels like a hole in the wall. It attracts cool people who add to the atmosphere.

People are saying

"This bar has an incredible metal atmosphere and vibe."

"It's a fun place for shows and parties."

"I met cool people and felt the dope vibes here."

Good to know

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The cover charge is usually no more than ten dollars.

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Parking is limited and mostly street parking.

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The cover charge at the door is cash only, but cards are accepted at the bar.

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