‘There’s more to come’: Why this long-standing restaurant in Salt Lake City’s 9th and 9th neighborhood suddenly closed
The restaurant had been in the historic building for nearly 20 years.
(Rachel Crosby | The Salt Lake Tribune) The Barbacoa Mexican Grill location in Salt Lake City's 9th and 9th neighborhood closed after Nov. 29, 2025.
Sean P. Means has been reporting and editing for The Salt Lake Tribune since 1991 — including 25 years as movie critic. Since 2018, he has reported on arts and culture reporter, and breaking news — and was part of The Tribune’s COVID-19 reporting team. He reviews movies for MovieCricket.net and X96’s “Radio From Hell” program.