Tokyo Tower Japanese Sushi and Chinese Cuisine
Ballpark, Salt Lake City
Bar in Salt Lake City, United States
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Tokyo Tower Japanese Sushi and Chinese Cuisine is a casual Salt Lake City option for mixed-craving groups who want sushi and Chinese dishes in one place. It is easier to recommend for flexible weeknight dinners than for a formal celebration; for a drinks-first night, compare it with Proper Brewing Co., The Pines SLC, Epic Brewing Company, Scion Cider Bar, or Water Witch.
About Tokyo Tower Japanese Sushi and Chinese Cuisine
Tokyo Tower Japanese Sushi and Chinese Cuisine is a casual option in Salt Lake City for diners who want simple planning details. With posted hours that run from late morning or midday into the evening, it can be easy to fit into a practical plan, especially when the goal is convenience rather than a formal special-occasion setting.
The main planning details are limited but useful: the venue is in Salt Lake City, the dress code is casual, the posted hours are 11 AM–10 PM Monday through Thursday, 11 AM–10:30 PM Friday and Saturday, 12–10 PM Sunday. Those basics make it a practical choice when diners want a casual restaurant and are comparing it with other nearby options such as Proper Brewing Co. The Pines SLC, Epic Brewing Company, Scion Cider Bar, or Water Witch.
A casual fit for flexible plans, not a formal celebration
Choose Tokyo Tower Japanese Sushi and Chinese Cuisine when the plan calls for a casual Salt Lake City meal and the group is comfortable with a direct setting. It is best framed as a practical casual restaurant rather than a destination dining room.
For planning, keep expectations grounded: the dress code is casual, the posted hours make it usable across much of the week. Readers building a full Salt Lake City itinerary should cross-check it against Our full Salt Lake City restaurants guide, then use Our full Salt Lake City bars guide, Our full Salt Lake City hotels guide, Our full Salt Lake City wineries guide, Our full Salt Lake City experiences guide for the rest of the night.
Bottom line: choose it when a casual Salt Lake City meal and simple planning details matter. Skip it when the night needs a clearly documented destination format, an awards hook, or a venue with more specifics.
Planning details
- Location
- 1158 S State St STE 101, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
- Website
- tokyotowerslc.com
- Phone
- +1 385 528 1158
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Tokyo Tower presents as a pragmatic, neighborhood eatery that leans into breadth instead of specialization. The dual-cuisine format—Japanese sushi preparation alongside a Chinese menu—creates a utilitarian, working‑city atmosphere rather than a curated destination. It reads like a community spot for regulars and families, the kind of place you find along a mixed commercial corridor where convenience and variety matter. The tone is unpretentious and relaxed: the restaurant doesn’t chase craft-tier positioning but instead offers reliable options for diners seeking range and familiarity on Salt Lake City’s South State Street.
Best For
This is a strong pick for groups and families who want variety without visiting multiple restaurants. The combined sushi and Chinese menu accommodates divergent tastes at a single table, making it ideal for family dinners, group outings and casual meetups. It also suits regulars and workers from the surrounding corridor looking for straightforward, honest meals rather than a destination tasting experience. The setup is particularly well suited to lunch and dinner service, offering a dependable option for everyday dining along South State Street.
Ordering Tips
Take advantage of the restaurant’s dual-cuisine format by ordering across both menus to satisfy varied preferences in a single visit. Groups do well to split items — some from the sushi side and some from the Chinese offerings — so everyone gets a preferred bite without compromise. Because the place is framed as practical neighborhood dining, prioritize dishes that travel well for sharing and lean on familiar, crowd-pleasing options when ordering for mixed parties.
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual and welcoming atmosphere with private booth seating, designed for comfortable dining with family or groups.
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Vibe
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Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Late Night
- Closes by 10pm
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to go if this does not fit
If the night is more about drinks than dinner, choose Water Witch for a cocktail-led plan or Scion Cider Bar for a cider-focused alternative. If the group wants beer and a looser hang, Proper Brewing Co. is the cleaner cross-shop.
Bar context
Compared with Proper Brewing Co. and Epic Brewing Company, Tokyo Tower Japanese Sushi and Chinese Cuisine is the better fit when dinner variety matters more than beer. The brewery options make more sense for groups centering the night on pints and a bar setting; Tokyo Tower is more useful when the table needs sushi and Chinese choices in one meal.
The Pines SLC, Scion Cider Bar, Water Witch are stronger cross-shops for ambiance and drinks. Choose those for a date or late-night plan where the room matters. Choose Tokyo Tower when the decision is driven by ease, food range, a lower-pressure dining format.
Booking difficulty looks easier here than at more scene-driven bars because the format is casual and the hours cover lunch through late evening. For value, the clearest advantage is flexibility: one stop can satisfy diners looking for Japanese or Chinese food without forcing the group into a drinks-led venue.
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Compare Tokyo Tower Japanese Sushi and Chinese Cuisine
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Tokyo Tower Japanese Sushi and Chinese Cuisine | Salt Lake City | No published awards |
| Proper Brewing Co. | Salt Lake City | No published awards |
| The Pines SLC | Salt Lake City | No published awards |
| Epic Brewing Company | Salt Lake City | No published awards |
| Scion Cider Bar | Salt Lake City | No published awards |
| Water Witch | Salt Lake City | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best time to go to Tokyo Tower Japanese Sushi and Chinese Cuisine?
Use the posted hours to plan: Monday through Thursday are 11 AM–10 PM, Friday and Saturday are 11 AM–10:30 PM, Sunday is 12–10 PM.
Do I need a reservation at Tokyo Tower Japanese Sushi and Chinese Cuisine?
Is Tokyo Tower Japanese Sushi and Chinese Cuisine good for groups?
It can make sense for a casual group looking for a Salt Lake City restaurant with straightforward planning details. For a different kind of plan, compare it with Water Witch, Proper Brewing Co. Epic Brewing Company, Scion Cider Bar, or The Pines SLC.
Is the food good at Tokyo Tower Japanese Sushi and Chinese Cuisine?
It is best treated as a casual Salt Lake City option rather than a documented destination restaurant.
Is Tokyo Tower Japanese Sushi and Chinese Cuisine good for a date?
It can work for a casual, low-pressure date in Salt Lake City. If the plan calls for a different setting, Scion Cider Bar or Water Witch may be natural comparisons.
Does Tokyo Tower Japanese Sushi and Chinese Cuisine have outdoor seating?
Is Tokyo Tower Japanese Sushi and Chinese Cuisine open late?
The latest closing time is 10:30 PM on Friday and Saturday. Monday through Thursday close at 10 PM, Sunday hours are 12–10 PM.
