Here’s why your favorite Utah restaurant may be struggling even as the more expensive place down the street is thriving
Economists describe a “K-shaped” economy, rising for some and falling for others. Some Utah restaurants are living it.
(Francisco Kjolseth | The Salt Lake Tribune) Old Cuss Cafe, a new vegetarian restaurant on Pierpont Avenue in Salt Lake City, is pictured on Friday, Feb. 13, 2026.
Kolbie Peterson reports on food, drink and small business for The Salt Lake Tribune and also writes the Utah Eats newsletter. She previously covered breaking news, crime and public safety as part of The Tribune's enterprise team. She received her bachelor's degree at Westminster University, back when it was Westminster College. She has five cats.