Mint Tapas and Sushi 1
Sandy
Restaurant in Sandy, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Mint Tapas and Sushi 1 is a practical Sandy pick when the group wants flexible ordering, sushi, small plates without a high-ceremony meal. It is easier to book than more occasion-driven peers, but diners seeking awards, chef detail, or a clearly upscale format should compare it with Scelto, Tiburon, or Hoof & Vine.
About Mint Tapas and Sushi 1
In Sandy, Mint Tapas and Sushi 1 offers evening hours every day, later hours Monday through Saturday, a smart casual dress code. Choose it when timing matters and you want a Sandy option that is open from 5 PM. Details about menu format, chef pedigree, awards, pricing, or seating are not available.
The useful read here is practical. Mint Tapas and Sushi 1 has hours from 5 PM to 12 AM Monday through Saturday and 5 to 9 PM on Sunday. Beyond that, specifics on dishes, beverage offerings, service format, or reservation policy are not available, so plan around the schedule rather than assuming a particular dining style.
Plan for flexibility
The case for considering Mint Tapas and Sushi 1 is its evening availability in Sandy. The venue is open every night, with a later window on Monday through Saturday than on Sunday. For diners comparing options, it can sit beside other named venues such as Tiburon, Scelto, Hoof & Vine.
It is not presented as a chef-signature, award-led, or tasting-format recommendation. That is not a knock; it just changes the use case. If the night needs more detail before you decide, compare Mint Tapas and Sushi 1 with Scelto or Tiburon. If the group is weighing other choices, Tsunami Restaurant - Union Heights and La Costa Restaurant may also belong in the conversation.
Who should put it on the Sandy shortlist
Put Mint Tapas and Sushi 1 on the shortlist when you want a Sandy option with evening hours and smart casual dress. It is especially relevant for plans after 5 PM, including later outings Monday through Saturday. For a broader local scan, use Our full Sandy restaurants guide.
Planning details
- Location
- 8391 S 700 E, Sandy, UT 84070
- Website
- mintsushiut.com
- Phone
- +13854348022
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Mint Tapas and Sushi 1 presents an approachable, social atmosphere built around a single dining room that operates two parallel menus. The defining architectural decision — running a tapas program alongside a sushi kitchen — creates a rhythmic, shareable dining experience where plates arrive incrementally and tables compose meals through a sequence of small orders. That structure keeps the room lively without requiring high-end formality: it reads as mid-market and inviting, a place where diners can experiment across different preparations and flavors. The result is comfortable, relaxed dining that emphasizes exploration and conversation over ceremony.
Best For
This restaurant plays well for groups and diners who enjoy sampling a variety of dishes rather than committing to a single entrée. The tapas-and-sushi pairing naturally suits shared plates and incremental ordering, so it works for casual nights out, small celebrations, and date-night visits that value variety. Locals from the southern Salt Lake Valley frequent the dining strip for its dependable mid-market identity, and the menu’s breadth gives flexibility for mixed-party tastes. Because the kitchen operates both formats in one room, it’s especially good for gatherings that prefer ordering several small plates and rolls to pass around.
Ordering Tips
Approach the menu with a sharing mindset: mix tapas and sushi across the table and let plates arrive in sequence so the meal builds gradually. Favor a handful of small dishes and one or two signature rolls to anchor the spread — the Vulcan roll, Mars roll, Sexy Shrimp, Baked Mussels, Walu Ceviche and Ube Ice Cream are highlights mentioned for a reason. Avoid expecting an omakase-style, single-sequence experience; instead, assemble the meal incrementally and balance cooked tapas with fresh sushi to showcase the restaurant’s dual-menu strengths.
Venue details
Ambiance
Contemporary and sophisticated dining space with modern Japanese aesthetic, designed for an elevated yet approachable culinary experience.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Vulcan roll
- Mars roll
- Sexy shrimp
- Baked mussels
- Walu ceviche
- Ube ice cream
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to go if this is not the right fit
If the group wants a more occasion-ready dinner, try Scelto or Tiburon. If the priority is sushi rather than mixed small plates, compare availability at Tsunami Restaurant - Union Heights.
Restaurant context
How Mint Tapas and Sushi 1 compares in Sandy
Mint Tapas and Sushi 1 is the easier, more flexible choice in this Sandy set. Compared with Tiburon and Scelto, it makes more sense for a casual dinner where range matters more than a polished occasion room. Pick Tiburon or Scelto when the meal needs a stronger special-occasion signal.
For sushi-oriented diners, the cleaner comparison is Tsunami Restaurant - Union Heights. Choose Mint Tapas and Sushi 1 when the table wants sushi plus shareable variety; choose Tsunami Restaurant - Union Heights when the group wants to keep the decision closer to sushi as the main event.
La Costa Restaurant and Hoof & Vine serve different moods. La Costa Restaurant is the better cross-shop for a casual group that wants a different cuisine direction, while Hoof & Vine fits diners looking for a more meat-and-wine occasion feel.
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Compare Mint Tapas and Sushi 1
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Mint Tapas and Sushi 1 | Sandy | No published awards |
| Tiburon | Sandy | No published awards |
| Scelto | Sandy | No published awards |
| Tsunami Restaurant - Union Heights | Midvale | No published awards |
| La Costa Restaurant | Sandy | No published awards |
| Hoof & Vine | Midvale | No published awards |
How Mint Tapas and Sushi 1 Sandy compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to Mint Tapas and Sushi 1?
The dress code is smart casual. Mint Tapas and Sushi 1 is in Sandy, with evening service every day.
Is Mint Tapas and Sushi 1 good for solo dining?
Details are not available on seating or service style, so solo diners should plan around the hours rather than assuming a particular setup. The venue is open from 5 PM to 12 AM Monday through Saturday and 5 to 9 PM on Sunday.
What are alternatives to Mint Tapas and Sushi 1?
Tiburon, Scelto, Tsunami Restaurant - Union Heights, La Costa Restaurant, Hoof & Vine are useful comparisons to check. Mint Tapas and Sushi 1 makes the most sense if you want a Sandy option with evening hours.
What should a first-timer know about Mint Tapas and Sushi 1?
The basics: Mint Tapas and Sushi 1 is in Sandy, the dress code is smart casual, the hours are 5 PM to 12 AM Monday through Saturday and 5 to 9 PM on Sunday.
Is lunch or dinner better at Mint Tapas and Sushi 1?
Dinner is the relevant plan, since hours begin at 5 PM every day and no lunch hours are listed. If you want an evening option in Sandy, the schedule fits that use case.
Is Mint Tapas and Sushi 1 good for a special occasion?
That depends on what the occasion needs. Mint Tapas and Sushi 1 has hours and a smart casual dress code, but not awards, pricing, seating, or a formal dining format, so compare it with options like Hoof & Vine or Scelto if you need more information before choosing.
Can Mint Tapas and Sushi 1 accommodate groups?
Details are not available on group capacity, seating, or booking policy. For group plans, use the Sandy location and evening hours as a starting point, then confirm directly before going.
