Taqueria 27 Downtown
Clark Learning Office Center, Salt Lake City
Restaurant in Salt Lake City, United States
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Taqueria 27 Downtown is easiest to recommend for a casual Salt Lake City meal when flexibility matters. Choose it for lunch, an early dinner, or a low-pressure group plan; cross-shop Bambara Salt Lake City, Current Fish and Oyster, or HandoSake Sushi if the night needs more polish or a specific cuisine focus.
About Taqueria 27 Downtown
Seven-day hours are the useful signal here: in Salt Lake City, Taqueria 27 Downtown makes the strongest case as an easy, low-friction casual stop rather than a highly planned destination meal. Use it when you want a simple plan where flexibility matters more than ceremony.
Taqueria 27 Downtown has casual dress and daily hours, with later closing on Friday and Saturday. That makes it most useful for diners who want a simple Salt Lake City plan rather than anyone trying to build a meal around a formal, occasion-driven format.
Go when flexibility matters more than a formal plan
The strongest reason to choose this spot is ease. With daily hours, it works well when plans are shifting or when the priority is something approachable without turning the meal into a project. For a food-focused explorer, the appeal is less about rarity and more about using it as a practical Salt Lake City option between more structured meals.
Timing is the clearest planning detail. Taqueria 27 Downtown is open from 11 AM to 9 PM Sunday through Thursday, and from 11 AM to 10 PM on Friday and Saturday. Plan around the hours and casual setting rather than chasing a highly structured outing.
Who should pick it, and who should cross-shop
Pick Taqueria 27 Downtown if the decision is about convenience, casual dress, and a meal that does not require a splurge mindset. If the night calls for a different style of outing, compare it with HandoSake Sushi, Current Fish and Oyster, or Bambara Salt Lake City.
For a broader Salt Lake City plan, use it as the casual piece of the itinerary rather than the centerpiece. Diners comparing other options can also scan our full Salt Lake City restaurants guide, especially if the night calls for a different setting or a more occasion-focused choice.
Planning details
- Location
- 149 E 200 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- taqueria27.com
- Phone
- +13852590940
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Taqueria 27 Downtown sits squarely in Salt Lake City's evolving downtown dining strip, trading formality for a straightforward, neighborhood-focused taco program. The room reads casual and relaxed rather than ornate — a working taqueria where the format and the food take center stage. The copy frames the spot as an essential downtown address for Mexican-American tacos, positioning it alongside more formal farm-to-table and relaxed neighborhood venues. Expect a bustling counter environment that privileges ingredient quality and quick plate turnaround over ceremony, and a tone that’s more approachable than upscale.
Best For
This downtown taqueria is best for casual hangouts, quick solo meals at the counter, and group gatherings where variety and shareable tacos are the point. The venue is presented as filling an underserved niche for downtown Mexican and Latin formats, and the counter-driven layout suits anyone looking for an informal downtown bite or a laid-back brunch option. It also works well as a stop in a multi-venue night out along 200 South, pairing naturally with neighboring bars and restaurants in the district.
Ordering Tips
The menu rewards variety and curiosity: try the signature P.B.L.T.A. and the Duck Confit tacos to sample the kitchen’s range, and order the Guacamole of the Day as a shareable starter. The description highlights the taco format’s narrow margin for error — prioritize protein-driven plates and tortillas when choosing — and consider ordering multiple taco styles to compare textures and flavors. Given the counter setup, ordering a few different items to share is a practical way to experience what the taqueria emphasizes.
Venue details
Ambiance
Fun and trendy with casual patio dining atmosphere, energetic vibe with fresh, locally-sourced ingredients.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Fusion
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Small plates
- Drinks Focus
- Tequila, Mezcal, Margaritas
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Gluten-free options, Allergy accommodating
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- P.B.L.T.A Taco
- Duck Confit Tacos
- Bacon-wrapped Jalapeño Taco
- Oaxacan Mole with Pork
- Guacamole of the Day
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 149 E 200 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Repeal, Notable alternative
- HandoSake Sushi, Notable alternative
- Bambara Salt Lake City, Notable alternative
- Current Fish and Oyster, Notable alternative
- Spitz Mediterranean Street Food, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How Taqueria 27 Downtown compares in Salt Lake City
Taqueria 27 Downtown is the practical pick when ease matters. Compared with Repeal and Bambara Salt Lake City, it reads as more casual and lower-commitment, making it better for a quick downtown meal than a dressed-up dinner.
For cuisine-specific cravings, choose HandoSake Sushi for sushi and Current Fish and Oyster for seafood. Those are stronger fits when the meal needs a clearer specialty focus. Taqueria 27 Downtown is the better call when the group wants something approachable and easy to agree on.
Spitz Mediterranean Street Food is the closest cross-shop for casual value and speed. Pick Spitz when Mediterranean street-food flavors are the draw; pick Taqueria 27 Downtown when tacos and a downtown location fit the plan better.
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Compare Taqueria 27 Downtown
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Taqueria 27 Downtown | Salt Lake City | No published awards |
| Repeal | Salt Lake City | No published awards |
| HandoSake Sushi | Salt Lake City | No published awards |
| Bambara Salt Lake City | Salt Lake City | No published awards |
| Current Fish and Oyster | Salt Lake City | No published awards |
| Spitz Mediterranean Street Food | Salt Lake City | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Taqueria 27 Downtown?
Treat Taqueria 27 Downtown as a casual, low-friction choice rather than a special-occasion splurge. The hours are broad, with service every day and later closing on Friday and Saturday, so it works well when plans change.
Is Taqueria 27 Downtown good for solo dining?
It can make sense for solo dining if you want a casual Salt Lake City stop with daily hours. Think of it as an easygoing option rather than a formal meal.
Is Taqueria 27 Downtown good for a special occasion?
It can work for an informal celebration, but it reads as casual. If the goal is a different kind of night out, compare it with Bambara Salt Lake City or Current Fish and Oyster.
When is Taqueria 27 Downtown open?
Taqueria 27 Downtown is open Monday through Thursday from 11 AM to 9 PM, Friday and Saturday from 11 AM to 10 PM, and Sunday from 11 AM to 9 PM.
What are alternatives to Taqueria 27 Downtown in Salt Lake City?
For a different dining plan, compare Bambara Salt Lake City, Current Fish and Oyster, HandoSake Sushi, Repeal, or Spitz Mediterranean Street Food. The best fit depends on the kind of night you want.
What should I wear to Taqueria 27 Downtown?
Keep it casual. The dress code is casual, so there is no need to dress up unless you are pairing it with plans elsewhere in Salt Lake City.
