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Joseph Smith Memorial Building

15 E. South Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84150
801 536 7277
4.5 of 5 stars 33 Reviews
Type: Architectural Buildings, Science Museums
Owner description: Building owned by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, housing two restaurants, a small movie theater and a variety of banquet halls for...... more » Owner description: Building owned by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, housing two restaurants, a small movie theater and a variety of banquet halls for rent. « less
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Park City, Utah
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

The old Hotel Utah is an architectural treat to walk through. Easy to imagine the hustle and bustle of days gone by and ladies and gentleman in elegant attire. More

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Provo, Utah
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

Very well maintained, good food! Right in the center of town, close to city creek also and lots of good shopping. Great movies More

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Provo, Utah
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98 reviews 98 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW

While we miss the Old Hotel Utah, there is much to enjoy when your visit the Joseph Smith Memorial Building. The restaurants are delightful. Riding the elevators up to the higher floors just to capture the views is not too be missed. A marvelous place for a wedding reception, to view the LDS film, do a bit of geneology or... More

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Michigan
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35 reviews 35 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW

Very nicely refurbished. Have eaten here a couple of times and the food is very good. Great views of the city and mountains. Always visit when we are in SLC. More

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Salt lake City
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

I've really only ever seen it from outside, but it looks nice, and I hear from others the restaurant in the top is pretty good, if somewhat pricey. More

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Salt Lake City, Utah
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

Historic Site. Temple square/JSMB is a must see when traveling to Salt Lake regardless of if you are LDS or not. Go to The Roof for dinner. Reservations are a must. More

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pocatello
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67 reviews 67 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

if you all want a great experience you must visit this building. YOu can watch a free movie that is very highly made about the history of the LDS Church. And if you want lunch i would recommend going to the green house restuarant. And if you want a romantic dinner go to the roof top, you will need to... More

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New Mexico
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012

It was once the Hotel Utah and Now it's the Joseph Smith Memorial Building. It is Beautiful and it's still have beautiful charm and it has the Family History Center and wonderful places to just sit and relax and listen to music and great places to enjoy a meal. More

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Salt Lake City, UT
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51 reviews 51 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012

The view from the top is just incredible. You get a first hand view of the beautiful Temple and can even dine while you are enjoying it. We love coming to the JSMB. More

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Salt Lake City, Utah
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45 reviews 45 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2012

This is a gorgeous historical building and whatever happens here is monumental and memorable. More

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