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Terina Ria

Think you know what it costs to live in Salt Lake City? Take our quiz and guess the rent on these local listings.

The majority of Salt Lake City residents rent, how much are we paying in these streets? (Canva)

For this week’s chatter, City Cast Salt Lake readers shared what they notice, love, and wish parks across the valley did better. So we paired their comments with data from 

, where we visited all 511 parks in Salt Lake County, to add a little context to their feedback.

“I have a 5-year-old, the playground is VERY important to a good park. He would say swings are the most important, and I agree. Swings are something you can do together! For the parents, good shade coverage is a must, too. Two parks that do both of those well are Draper City Park and Union Park in Midvale!” — El G.

 have all five family-friendly amenities: bathrooms, a playground, a splash pad, picnic tables, and water fountains.

“Bathrooms! I’m training my kids to bring up bathrooms at every public engagement event they attend for the foreseeable future.” — @johnnaeshines

. But Salt Lake City set money aside from the 

 to go toward bathroom upgrades in big parks like Fairmont, Glendale, Pioneer, and Liberty.

“What's up with the construction at the park near The Gateway?” — @fitznfaith0

 to add new amenities like playgrounds, sports courts, a dog park, and updated infrastructure for year-round use. The $18 million project is expected to be completed by late 2026.

Check our parks map to find your perfect park

Thank you to Tracy Aviary for supporting our parks project. Spring is an ideal time to 

. The season doesn’t just arrive; it hatches. Discover what’s taking flight this spring!

City Cast Salt Lake readers shared what they notice, love, and wish parks across the valley did better. So we paired their comments with data from our parks project to add a little context.

Salt Lake Chatter: Parks Edition

Salt Lake Parks

Whether it's off-leash dog parks, pickleball courts, pools or playgrounds, we are ranking the best parks in the valley, from Herriman to Salt Lake City, and everywhere in between.

Every Park SLC: Visiting All 511 Parks in Salt Lake County

Every Park SLC

Think you know Salt Lake parks? We’re putting you to the test! Hint: All the answers can be found in past 

Thank you to Tracy Aviary for supporting this parks project. Spring is an ideal time to 

Quiz: How Well Do You Know Salt Lake Parks?

Ali Vallarta

For the past two years, City Cast Salt Lake host Ali Vallarta has been visiting all 511 parks across Salt Lake County. What started as a New Year’s resolution has turned into a practical tool all Salt Lakers can use: 

Think of it as a choose-your-own-adventure for local parks. Want a dog park near a playground? A pavilion for a party? A spot with pickleball courts and a working water fountain? You can filter for all of it (click the “layers” icon, then “filters,” and choose your amenities).

It also shows you who manages each park, so if you want to report a broken bathroom or push for improvements, you know exactly who to contact.

Because we’re park nerds (aren’t you?), we hired an urban planner, Paulo Aguilera, to help analyze the data. Here are a few patterns that stood out:

The “perfect” family-friendly park is rare

: Only 3% of parks have the full combo of playground, splash pad, picnic tables, water fountains, and bathrooms. None are in Salt Lake City.

: 69% of parks don’t have year-round restroom access.

Wealth doesn’t necessarily equal better parks

: Some cities with lower median incomes actually have more amenities per park than wealthier ones.

: About one in four households in Salt Lake County isn’t within a 10-minute walk of a park.

: This is human-collected data, so there may be a few gaps. If you spot something off, you can let the team know at 

Thank you to Tracy Aviary for supporting this park’s project. Spring is an ideal time to 

. The season doesn’t just arrive, it hatches. Discover what’s taking flight this spring!

What started as a New Year’s resolution has turned into a practical tool all Salt Lakers can use: a free, interactive map of all Salt Lake County parks! 

The City Cast Parks Map

How To Use the City Cast Parks Map

 on Saturday, we have a roundup of the best local dogs in Salt Lake.

, aka a winner winner Sonoran hot dog dinner. Try their spin on a classic, the Arizona dog, which is topped with green chile nacho cheese and Flamin’ Hot Cheetos.

A Utah classic for good reason, it’s a reliable dog for a decent price. You can get a beef or polish dog and fries for around $10.

The brats at Beer Bar are where it’s at. They have everything from bahn mi to veggie varieties. Also a great place to watch the Utah Mammoth game or 

Hot Dogs Outside the Delta Center (and on Main Street)

Not their official name, but you know who they are: set up outside the Delta Center after an event or on Main Street on the weekends. No one can resist their $10 dogs and the intoxicating smell of grilled peppers and onions.

In honor of the Great Glizzy Gauntlet on Saturday, we have a roundup of the best local dogs in Salt Lake.

The Best Hot Dogs in Salt Lake

The latest on the best and newest restaurants and bars in Salt Lake City. We'll help you find where to eat, drink, and socialize.

Salt Lake Food & Drink

Food & Drink

May is all about low-stakes plans: lingering a little longer, trying something new, and maybe even flying a kite? Here’s 

Your Guide to May 2026 in Salt Lake

 is open 7 a.m. to midnight, seven days a week. It’s the kind of place you can stop by after a late-night movie or Real Salt Lake game to grab a coffee (maybe decaf), chit-chat, and hangout.

I sort of feel like we manifested our craving for a cake picnic in 

. The concept of a cake picnic is simple: Everyone brings a cake, so everyone gets to try a lot of cake.

Landlined is a social club with one rule: no phones. Each month they host a different event, from craft nights to dance parties. This month they’re 

 at Publik Kitchen on May 29, but sign up by May 15 so they have a head count.

When’s the last time you flew a kite? The 

 returns May 16 to Tunnel Springs Park with free kites for kids (while supplies last), food trucks, music, and family fun.

It’s the start of yard sale season! Attend a community yard sale where entire neighborhoods turn into treasure hunts.

Saturday, May 9. The 3rd annual Ballpark yard sale will feature 40+ homes.

May is all about low-stakes plans: lingering a little longer, trying something new, and maybe even flying a kite? Here’s what to check out this month.

Your Guide to Salt Lake in May 2026

Find the best of everything that Salt Lake City has to offer.

Salt Lake’s Best

Salt Lake's Best

This Saturday, April 26 is Independent Bookstore Day! The best day of the year for book lovers across the nation. Find out how to celebrate at a few of our favorites around Salt Lake.

Participate in the Utah Indie Bookshop Crawl

 (you must have a physical map, and copies are limited at bookstores).

Pick your route: The Sprint or The Marathon.

: Collect 10 stamps on April 25, 2026. Pick up your prize from the SLC library (while supplies last).

: You have until Dec. 31, 2026 to get a stamp from all 25 locations on the map. Collect your prize at the last bookstore.

The Legendarium reigns in sci-fi, fantasy, and horror books. They’ve also got a cutie cafe in the back, so you can really spend all day there.

Under the Umbrella is a queer bookstore and cafe that celebrates queer authors and creates a safe space for our LGBTQ+ community. They have a 

Find the golden ticket for a year’s worth of audiobook credits.

And a fun queer bookstore rally with The Legendarium

This bookstore (and book cart!) has quickly become a community staple. On April 25, take 15% off the whole store, and search for 

Lovebound Library specializes in romantic novels. Don’t miss their 

, featuring Pie Flight and Space Tea and a bunch of other ways to celebrate!

The King’s English will always hold a special place in my heart because it’s the first local bookstore I frequented as a youth (I was raised on libraries and a certain big-box bookstore that shall not be named). Glad to see their 

 (with something that rhymes with shmello snot) is back!

This Saturday, April 25 is Independent Bookstore Day! The best day of the year for book lovers across the nation. Find out how to celebrate at a few of our favorites around Salt Lake. 

The Best Salt Lake Indie Bookstores

The Best Indie Bookstores

Welcome to our rolling list of all the best, new restaurants opening around Salt Lake!

If your go-to spots are starting to feel a little 

go-to, this is your sign to branch out of your regular rotation. There are so many new openings around town, add these to your list.

A new French bakery is opening in Holladay on Thursday, April 23. Expect flaky croissants, pastries, and quiche (oh la la!).

Savage Fish Poke is expanding with a new location in West Valley, bringing their popular Hawaiian-style bowls to the west side. They also sell fresh flower leis, right in time for graduation.

Empanadas are the star of the show at this new Salt Lake City spot (an expansion from their Park City location). Fillings range from classic beef to pulled pork and are served baked, fried, or frozen to take home.

A cafe chain that specializes in matcha from Uji, Japan. They also serve yummy onigiri.

Don’t sleep on the food in Provo, this new burger joint is keeping their menu short and sweet with smashed wagyu patties, beef tallow fries, and old-school milkshakes.

A unique speakeasy-style omakase experience inside the Peery Hotel, with chef-guided tastings and a solid lineup of cocktails and sake.

This Ogden original opened a new Millcreek location. Come here for your classic Italian pastries and desserts (cannoli, tiramisu, and panna cotta).

Salt Lake’s food and drink scene is always growing. Here are the latest openings worth trying.

Located in a historic building in downtown Salt Lake City and inspired by East Coast oyster houses and classic martini bars. Heads up, it’s 21+ only.

, you’ll find classic New York-style slices at this Marmalade neighborhood spot. Even better, they serve alcohol and are open until 11 p.m. daily.

A few miles south, across from Liberty Park, Via Veneto Pizzarium is slinging Roman-style pizza al taglio (by the cut). The slices are rectangular, and sold by weight, so it’s perfect for trying a bunch of different flavors.

A Sicilian-inspired restaurant that opened last week, a block away from Via Veneto. Come here for the pasta and stay for the Sicilian desserts like torta setteveli (a layered chocolate and hazelnut cake).

Another day, another coffee shop — we can never have too many. Ten is located at 636 S. 200 W. (attached to Momomaru), and brings a bit of L.A. vibes to Salt Lake City. They offer coffee, matcha, and bagel sandwiches.

This month's restaurant feature is a story of what's old is new again, with the revamping of familiar favorites and fresh faces popping up in shuttered spaces.

The triumphant return of a legendary sandwich shop, Grove Market and Deli has reopened after a monthslong closure, following the sale to a new owner. Go here for a cold-cut sandwich as big as your face and a massive hot sauce selection.

From coffee truck, to brick and mortar, and back to coffee truck again, Old Cuss has officially put down roots in Downtown SLC. The cafe on Pierpont Avenue serves up specialty lattes, vegetarian sandwiches, and fresh pastries. Try their classic black currant latte.

This taco shop brings a taste of Los Angeles flavor to Murray; executive chef Luis Perez is Michelin-recognized for his Mexican restaurant in Santa Ana. La Lola's blue-corn tortillas are made in house daily.

New brunch alert! The Brick opened recently in the old Cafe Niche space (another former breakfast spot) on 300 South. Their menu lists classic breakfast items and sandwiches. Looks like they're dipping their toe in the dinner scene, too.

Italian-Japanese fusion hits Downtown on 200 South, where Laziz Kitchen used to be. Gossip comes from the chefs behind Mint Sushi and Tapas (a personal favorite) and Carmine's. They're positioning it as a speakeasy, so check out their cocktails.

Another blending of cultures, Killa Nikkei brings together Peruvian and Japanese cuisine in the building that formerly housed Current Fish & Oyster. This spot still serves seafood, though, with a focus on ceviches and sushi rolls, plus Peruvian classics, like lomo saltado and anticuchos.

The latest restaurant openings in Salt Lake are all about comfort food and cozy coffee shops.

Maven District has a new bakery, soft opening this weekend from 9 a.m. to sold out. Bury me in layers of croissants.

A one-stop shop for Vietnamese food and coffee in a refurbished bank in West Valley.

 this past summer, Cali-based Sidecar Doughnuts is finally open for business.

Previously a mobile coffee cart, Mecca opened a brick-and-mortar in the Granary District.

Southern-style cooking in West Jordan including fried catfish and chicken and waffles.

A cool looking coffee shop in Lehi. They offer Baby’s Bagels and housemade syrups with flavors like ube, Luxardo cherry, and cozy cabin (I’m intrigued).

Salt Lake has a fresh batch of openings this month, each one leaning into a specific specialty. What a great excuse to try something new. 

A family-run bakery in Lehi dedicated to focaccia. Expect thick, crispy-edged bread with a pillowy interior, offered in rotating flavors that range from sweet cinnamon to savory tomato pesto.

Located at the mouth of Big Cottonwood Canyon is a Himalayan-inspired mountain bar serving up dishes from 

, craft cocktails, and local beer. Visit them for their soft opening today from 4-11 p.m.

Welcome to our rolling list of all the best, new restaurants opening around Salt Lake in April 2026!

Salt Lake’s Best New Restaurants and Bars in April 2026

Salt Lake’s Best New Restaurants and Bars

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Unknown numbers appear every day, and curiosity often leads people to search for a free reverse phone lookup to uncover who is behind the call. Spam, robocalls, and suspicious messages have made it harder to trust unfamiliar numbers, leaving many people wondering if a missed call is harmless or something worth investigating.

While many platforms promise instant answers at no cost, the truth is that most free tools only reveal limited information before directing users to paid reports. The right free reverse phone lookup tool can turn a random number into a clear answer in seconds. 

 stands out, but here you will find a complete overview of the most trusted tools available.

Best Free Reverse Phone Lookup Services Online

Here are the review of the top platforms that allow a free reverse phone number lookup with name results.

The digital trail left by a phone number often leads to the doors of 

. This California-based company provides unlimited reverse phone lookup searches with a monthly subscription, which allows you to run as many reports as you need without individual per-search fees.

Security is handled through 256-bit encrypted connections to protect your search history. These encrypted connections ensure that your investigation remains completely private from the subject of your search. Users can also download reports as PDFs for a $3.99 fee to keep a hard copy of the evidence.

Unlimited phone reports under the $5.99 plan

Automated report monitoring for data updates

Secure 256-bit encryption for all searches

Standard membership is more expensive than competitors

Additional cost for premium report details

 has patrolled the data underground since its founding in 2003. This longevity has allowed the service to accumulate access to more than 20 billion public records. A reverse lookup on this platform provides the caller's location and possible photos. These photos are sourced from public profiles and social media repositories.

Privacy is a priority for the company, which holds an A rating with the Better Business Bureau. You can request your own data removal via a dedicated privacy email to scrub your digital footprint. The service is available via mobile apps on both iOS devices and Android. These mobile apps allow you to identify unknown callers in real time.

Access to a massive database of 20 billion records

Cheap trial options for short-term investigations

Strong BBB rating for business reliability

Effective mobile apps for on-the-go lookups

Pricing structure can be confusing for new users

Trial-to-subscription traps require careful cancellation

 in the hunt for data. This Sacramento-based company has been in operation since 1999, searching approximately 43 billion public records. A search for a telephone number on this platform typically completes in under three minutes.

Individual reports are available for those who avoid monthly commitments. Single reports for people searches start at $1.95, though detailed background reports can cost up to $39.95 individually. The platform also provides a specialized Reverse Email Lookup feature to identify unknown senders.

Processing time of under three minutes per search.

Low introductory price of $9.95 for new users.

Access to a massive 43 billion record database.

Individual background reports are very expensive.

Limited social media data compared to competitors.

 is the dominant force in global caller identification. Developed in 2009 in Stockholm, Sweden, the app has more than 450 million active users worldwide. Truecaller is trusted by more than 450 million people globally for identifying unknown callers and spam.

Caller ID and spam detection remain free features on Android devices. Truecaller is no longer available as a free service on iOS devices, requiring a subscription for basic features. The platform has identified and blocked more than 46 billion spam calls to date.

World-leading database of blocked spam numbers.

AI Assistant for automated call screening.

Free version available for Android users.

Verified badges for legitimate business numbers.

Privacy concerns regarding contact list collection.

 focuses on the social side of the data underground. Founded in 2006 by Stanford graduates, the site aggregates data from more than 12 billion public records. It attracts more than 18 million monthly visitors who seek to unmask digital ghosts.

The platform tracks information across more than 60 social networks to find social media profiles linked to a phone number. The service allows you to search by name, phone, email, address, or username.

This multi-layered search capability helps you verify a person across multiple platforms. The company is remote-first and has approximately 200 employees dedicated to maintaining the data stream. These employees ensure that the social media integration remains functional as platforms change their privacy settings.

Excellent social media account integration.

Affordable three-month subscription plan.

User-friendly interface for quick searching.

Multiple search parameters, including usernames.

Extra fees for court and historical records.

Single reports are expensive compared to subscriptions.

 is the specialist you call when you suspect a lie. Based in Murrieta, California, the service focuses on detecting catfishing and romance scams. It specializes in verifying the caller's identity to protect users from emotional and financial fraud. The service accesses more than 200 billion records to cross-reference identities.

The company maintains an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau for its investigative integrity. It also offers a members-only Facebook group for sharing scammer profiles and experiences. Human "Search Specialists" are available for manual audits if the automated systems fail.

Find the best free reverse phone lookup tools to identify unknown callers, trace suspicious numbers, and uncover who is behind a phone number.

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