Cotton Bottom Inn
(801) 273-9830
2820 E 6200 S
Salt Lake City,
UT
84121
40.6377
-111.8131
Neighborhood: Holladay
What People Are Saying About Cotton Bottom Inn
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The Scene
This is no ordinary beer joint. The ubiquitous Bugs Bunny image--on faded signs, in neon lights and as stuffed toy rabbits tucked above the bar--tells you whose cotton bottom gave this longtime oasis its name. But that's the only thing stuffy about this popular watering hole, where everyone seems like a regular. Feel free to join in on a game of pool or toss some darts.
The Food
Best known for the garlic burger, the Cotton Bottom also serves cheese dogs, Malibu chicken and grilled ham and cheese, all accompanied with salty chips and savory pickles--perfect for the Coors and Wasatch on tap. Tomatoes, shredded lettuce and onions balance the half-pound garlic burger, all housed in a large wedge of sourdough. The grilled ham and cheese is a hefty creation, with sharp flavors from good ham.
User Reviews
Joe173
March 02, 2009
This place has a lot of character, which I think is what has sustained it through the years. If you're looking for a place steeped in local tradition, this is it. If you're looking for exceptional food, there are better options. Cotton Bottom is no longer "smoke filled" since, as of Jan 1, 2009, the Utah Indoor Clean Air Act also applies to taverns and private clubs. As of March 2, 2009 there was no detectable smoke odor. The server was friendly, professional and efficient. I was there at 4:30pm (the bar was full and the tables about half full) and there was only one server/barkeep, but he kept up well with the patrons. The garlic burger was above average but not exceptional. It was a little dry and lacked excitement. It had two layers of processed cheese--one orange (American) and one white (faux Swiss). It would really benefit from a thick layer of real cheese. Contrary to previous reviews, it was not served on sourdough. Rather, it was served on a large hunk of hoagie roll, much akin to french bread (only softer). They do not serve fries at the Cotton Bottom, which I missed--only plain Lays chips. On the upside, the draft beer was ICE cold.
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buggyburger
January 27, 2009
2 things to mention here. First, the Cotton Bottom is BY FAR one of the greatest places in the world, and trust me, being in the Navy for 20 years, I mean world. Great food, great service, great atmosphire and great staff. It's places like this that make any city great. Second, it's all about attitude when you go to a place like this. (If you drive a Volvo stay home) and let you mommy wipe your tush with a soft wipe. You go to a burger joint that serves beer and you complain that there is ciggy smoke in the air? Duh. Drive you Volvo to church if you want clean air. Our waiter was fantastic. Friendly, remembered names, orders and checked back very often. And the food was, as usual, out of this world. Trust me, if this place hasn't been featured on the food network, it soon will be. Crisp toppings, great fries all around great. How they abtain that great garlic flavor in the burgers I'll never know? Must be a very well seasoned grill? I have and always will recommend The Cotton Bottom to friends, family and strangers on the street. Friend come to town they don't even ask wher we are going to eat. And they love it. I think some come not because they like me but know that we will be eating there. Ten Stars if I could.
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customerwithchoices
November 20, 2008
I had been here years ago and the food was pretty good, so we decided to go and try it again. BIG mistake!!! The man that sat us was rude and unfriendly.. when the gal brought us out our food and we said "thanks" (cause that is what polite people say) she just said "yeah sure" as she threw our food on the table. Burgers were not as good as I remembered...not worth the attitude you get!!! I think the people that keep this place in buisness must have been raised in the same barn with the people that run it.... WILL NEVER GO BACK AND WILL NOT RECOMMEND THIS PLACE TO ANYONE.
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No Membership Required:
The Cotton Bottom is a tavern; no membership is required and no hard liquor is served.
Category:
Bars & Pubs, Bars & Clubs, Restaurants, Taverns
Payment Methods:
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Outdoor Dining, People Watching, Lunch Spot, Dine At The Bar
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
Yes
