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Get To Know Holladay

Posted on February 12, 2025   |   Updated on September 30, 2025
Terina Ria

Terina Ria

Gelato in display containers.

We all scream for gelato. (digihelion/Getty Images)

Holladay is a small suburb of Salt Lake City, known for multi-million dollar homes and its close proximity to Mount Olympus. But did you know about their 50-year-old bar? Here’s what you can do in Holladay.

If you’re looking for a last-minute Valentine’s date idea, take your sweety to Sweetaly Gelato. Each month they introduce new flavors to keep things interesting. Try the affogato (espresso and gelato).

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When in Holladay, live like you're on holiday with a swanky spa experience at Woodhouse Spa. You can get cryo-facials, scalp massages, body exfoliation, and more.

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Slinging up tasty Neapolitan-style pizzas. Note: They have limited winter hours (open Monday, Friday, and Saturday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.).

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The Holladay Lions Recreation Center is top tier, with an indoor pool (and adult swimming lessons!), pickleball courts, and fitness classes ranging from Bolly-X to gentle yoga. Plus, they have drop-in child care so you don’t have to find a babysitter to get a workout in.

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A modern coffee shop that stays open late most nights. On top of coffee, they offer wine, charcuterie, gelato, and sandwiches. Stick around on Friday nights for live music.

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The Cotton Bottom, a historic dive bar and restaurant famous for its legendary garlic burgers, has been a local favorite for more than 50 years. Hang out on the patio with a cold beer on warmer days or play a round of pool inside.

🎧 Related listening: Could you drink your way through every bar in Salt Lake County?

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