Picnic Cafe is a welcoming destination in Salt Lake City that brings together the comfort of a neighborhood cafe with the quality and variety customers look for in a favorite dining spot.
Known for its great coffee, excellent tea selection, and local specialties, it offers a menu and atmosphere that fit everything from a relaxed morning stop to a full meal with friends, coworkers, or family.
Guests come here for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and dessert, and the experience is designed to feel easy, satisfying, and memorable every time.
Whether you are starting your day with a fresh cup of coffee, settling in for lunch, or enjoying a late-night bite with a glass of wine or beer, Picnic Cafe delivers the kind of reliable comfort and quality that keeps people coming back.
What makes Picnic Cafe especially appealing is its versatility. It works just as well for solo dining and laptop-friendly work sessions as it does for casual meals and social meetups. With outdoor seating, dine-in service, takeaway, delivery, and on-site services, customers can enjoy the cafe in whatever way fits their day best.
The atmosphere is casual, cozy, and trendy, creating a space where people can relax, stay awhile, and feel at home. Free Wi‑Fi, table service, seating, and a quick-bite menu add even more convenience, while reservations make planning ahead simple for those who want a guaranteed table.
From a light breakfast to a full dinner, Picnic Cafe offers a flexible, polished experience that suits a wide range of tastes and schedules.
Accessibility and comfort are also a clear priority here. The cafe features a wheelchair-accessible entrance, seating, toilet, and car park, along with an assistive hearing loop, helping make the space more inclusive and welcoming for all guests.
Additional conveniences such as gender-neutral toilets, restrooms, and modern payment options including credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments add to the smooth, customer-friendly experience. With a strong 4.70-star rating from 211 reviews, Picnic Cafe has earned a reputation for quality, service, and atmosphere.
Conveniently located at 1329 S 500 E in Salt Lake City, it is a place where great food, thoughtful amenities, and a warm setting come together to create a cafe experience worth returning to again and again.
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Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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Hear from our valued guests
Love Picnic! The drinks are always good, I just recently got an iced Vietnamese coffee and it’s my new favorite! The employees are always kind when I ask questions. I’ve also gotten their pop up food a couple times, it’s always been great.
Samosa pie was AMAZING. Super delicious. I’ll come back and try more things! The pizza was also fabulous, but that was just a pop up, unfortunately.
First time in today- I went here for SLCbabes walk group, and got a Vietnamese iced coffee topped with banana foam. Very tasty. I am new here, and did not realize the parking situation also though- best bet is to find parking in the neighborhood, and not at the shop or liberty park. They have some cute stickers, and a few local vendors as well. I will definitely be back to try some other drinks and goodies.
Went here for the Xilonen pop up dinners they serve wed-fri and it was amazing. We ordered both vegan dinner entrees and a roasted veggies and mole appetizer. The chef brought out 2 sipping cups of his amazing local pumpkin soup and chatted with us about it. He grows his own food at a garden in West Valley! I'll be back for dinner for sure! Oh and the home made avocado ice cream is amazing. I'll also be going back there for the coffee and vegan snacks they have as well.
Picnic is my neighborhood coffee shop. It’s wonderful, welcoming and so communal. Try going to dinner here when they host small business chefs/cooks, it’s amazing. Pictured is the oatmeal and dill pickle cream cheese bagel.
I love Picnic! Drinks are tasty. There is a really unique seasonal menu that is so fun. The food is delicious. They are always having really beautiful collaborations with other small business. They host popup chefs, community events, and generally provide a warm, safe and welcoming place to gather.
I loved the cosy ambience and nice decoration the moment I entered the cafe! Staff is friendly and helpful; the almond latte is smooth and taste great. Bagel is easily the best in SLC!
My favorite coffee shop in Salt Lake County!! (or even the whole Utah?) I am obsessed with their Lychee Rose Matcha Latte, although it's just their seasonal drink (please make it a permanent one 🥹). It's honestly the only thing I order here (guilty!) Their Feta and Balsamic Hand Pie as well as Gochujang Scone are very delicious. I always get those if stop here for quick breakfast. My sister loves the corn ice cream and said it tasted like our homemade corn milk. The place can be quite busy during the weekend and there might not be enough seating but the service is always great. The staffs are all very friendly and attentive. Some of them even remember my order, which makes me feel so special.
My favorite coffee spot. The banana cream pie matcha is to die for. Mellow banana taste with delicious matcha. Not overly sweet. I love it! I’ve grown tired of coffee shops with club like music, but Picnic always plays stunning tracks (I’m lowkey always shazaming). I adore the atmosphere and the staff is fantastic. My drinks are consistently good and the snacks are so good too.
Lovely patio space and nice service. I’ve come in a few times with my mom the last couple weeks and have really enjoyed the pastries in particular. The Orange Sesame Ginger Cake is fantastic and I like the variety of savory options as well. Bagels are delectable and lots of customization available. Drinks are creative, Kokomo is nice and the iced teas are always my favorite as a tea girl. My mom enjoys their Blueberry Matcha as it’s not overly sweet. There is sometimes a wait, but that’s typical of a neighborhood coffee shop and the small staff always seem hard at work. I wish their hours were a little longer, as I’d be able to stop by more often. Prices also were very reasonable, we got two drinks and two bagels with toppings for $20 which is great compared to some coffee shops nearby. Patio is divine. ☀️👒
Common questions about Picnic Cafe
Picnic Cafe is located at 1329 S 500 E, Salt Lake City, UT 84105, United States, Salt Lake City, UT, United States.
You can reach Picnic Cafe by calling +1 801-467-2947.
Picnic Cafe has a rating of 4.7 out of 5 based on 211 customer reviews.
Picnic Cafe features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet, Assistive hearing loop, Wheelchair-accessible car park.
Picnic Cafe features the following from the business: Identifies as women-owned.
Picnic Cafe features the following service options: Outdoor seating, On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in, Delivery.
Picnic Cafe features the following highlights: Great coffee, Great tea selection, Serves local specialty.
Picnic Cafe features the following popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Solo dining, Good for working on laptop.
Picnic Cafe features the following offerings: Beer, Coffee, Late-night food, Quick bite, Wine.
Picnic Cafe features the following dining options: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
Picnic Cafe features the following amenities: Gender-neutral toilets, Restroom, Wi-Fi, Free Wi-Fi.
Picnic Cafe features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Trendy.
Picnic Cafe features the following crowd: Family friendly, LGBTQ+ friendly, Transgender safe space.
Picnic Cafe features the following planning: Accepts reservations.
Picnic Cafe features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
Picnic Cafe features the following children: Good for kids, High chairs.
Picnic Cafe features the following parking: Free street parking.
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