Midvale is very aptly named. It’s located smack dab in the middle of the Salt Lake Valley, making it a 20-minute drive or less from pretty much wherever you are in the county. Here’s how to spend a lovely day there.
Fun Facts
- 🛹 Midvale’s “Skateboarding Mayor” Marcus Stevenson is the city’s youngest mayor. He was elected in 2021 at age 27.
- ⛏️ In the 1870s, many people flocked here due to the booming Bingham Canyon mining industry. It was a central location and close to the rail lines.
- 🍗 Home to the Post Malone Raising Cane’s.
Stroll Down Main Street
Take a selfie in front of Vincent Drug, which was a filming location for “The Sandlot.” Although the drugstore is now closed, the iconic sign remains.
The city is revitalizing Main Street with a myriad of murals. Every year they host a mural festival in the summer called Los Muros on Main. If you’re an artist, apply to participate by April 12.
In local drama, one controversial mural caused much debate for being “pornographic.”
Eat, Drink, and Be Merry
- ☕ Tres Gatos Coffee: Start your morning off right with the caffeine fix of your choice. They won top marks in several categories for City Weekly’s Best of Utah, including best caffeinated Instagram to follow.
- 🍩 Louks Greek Baby Donuts: Louks or loukoumades are light and crispy donut holes that are traditionally topped with honey, nuts, and cinnamon. But here, the toppings go crazy with options like Dulce De Leche (dulce de leche filled with toasted coconut, white chocolate, and bananas).
- 🍣 Yi Sushi Bistro: This is City Cast Salt Lake producer Ivana Martinez’s favorite for cheap eats. They have vegetarian options, too.
- 🥧 Sagato Bakery & Cafe: Come here for meat pies, fish and chips, and the most scrumptious guava cake.
- 🍻 2 Row Brewing: A classic brewery to spend an afternoon. Bring your friends or make new ones; they have indoor cornhole!
- 🎱 Cheers To You: Did you know? Salt Lake City’s much-loved bar has a location in Midvale. Monday and Saturday are karaoke nights.
Anything we missed?
