Looking for high-protein-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Dolcetti Gelato, Santo Taco and Aces High Saloon, ranked by diner ratings among restaurants whose current menus carry high-protein-tagged dishes. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top 27 cheap dining experiences
Discover cheap restaurants in Salt Lake City with high protein options. Budget-friendly high protein dining.
Salt Lake City's Cheap High Protein Destinations
Salt Lake City offers a wealth of budget-friendly dining options perfect for those looking to fuel up with high-protein meals without breaking the bank. This curated selection spans a diverse range of flavors, from the fresh seafood at Fat Fish and Japanese-inspired bites at Post Office Place to the hearty Mediterranean fare at Spitz and American classics at Buds. Whether you are stopping by local favorites like Hopkins Brewing Co. or exploring the vibrant atmosphere at The Bayou, these spots provide satisfying and affordable choices for every palate.
22 restaurants in Best Cheap High Protein Restaurants in Salt Lake City | Cheap & High Protein
- Dolcetti Gelato · rated 5/5: 3 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Santo Taco · rated 4/5: 10 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Aces High Saloon · rated 4/5: 4 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Piper Down · rated 4/5: 3 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Post Office Place · rated 4/5: 3 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- The Bayou · rated 4/5: 3 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Studio @ Soundwell · rated 3/5: 3 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Hopkins Brewing Co. · rated 5/5: 2 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- The Red Door · rated 5/5: 1 high-protein-friendly dish on the menu. American.
- Buds · rated 5/5: 1 high-protein-friendly dish on the menu. American.
- Franklin Ave · rated 4/5: 2 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Fat Fish · rated 4/5: 2 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Seafood.
- Rouser · rated 4/5: 2 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Spitz · rated 4/5: 2 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- Taqueria 27 · rated 4/5: 2 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Epic Brewery · rated 4/5: 1 high-protein-friendly dish on the menu. American.
- Oquirrh · rated 4/5: 1 high-protein-friendly dish on the menu. American.
- Roha Brewing Project · rated 4/5: 1 high-protein-friendly dish on the menu. American.
- The Urban Lounge · rated 4/5: 1 high-protein-friendly dish on the menu. American.
- Gourmandise · rated 4/5: 1 high-protein-friendly dish on the menu. French.
- Lake Effect · rated 3/5: 1 high-protein-friendly dish on the menu. American.
- HandleBar · rated 3/5: 1 high-protein-friendly dish on the menu. American.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
