☀️ Salt Lake's best patios

'The Bachelorette' Pulled Last Minute

Disney has canceled the upcoming season of “The Bachelorette” just days before its premiere following a resurfaced video and an ongoing domestic assault investigation involving Utah MomTok influencer Taylor Frankie Paul. [Deadline]

Cox Backs ICE Facility

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox said federal officials gave no notice before purchasing a Salt Lake City warehouse for an ICE detention center, which he called, “... a little frustrating,” though he still supports a facility in the state. He added that he doesn’t expect the center to affect west side neighborhoods and claimed no nearby businesses have expressed concerns. [Salt Lake Tribune 🔒]

LDS Policy Expands Leadership Roles

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints announced a handbook update allowing women to serve as Sunday School presidents at the local (ward and branch) level for the first time. The change expands leadership opportunities for women in the church, though higher-level Sunday School presidencies will remain male. [Deseret News]

2026 Summer Camp Recs

It’s time to plan for summer break! We assemble some cool local day camps for kids of all ages (with spots open). [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]

It feels like fool’s summer in Utah! So if you’re looking to lay out like a lizard and soak up the sun this weekend, here are some recommendations for every kind of vibe.

🥞 For Brunching

• Roots Cafe: One of my favorite joints for breakfast. I love the duality of their patio — a yurt in the winter, and a terrace in the spring and summer.
• Coffee Noir: This neighborhood outdoor patio feels like the perfect setting for a morning-after debrief with friends.
• Oasis Cafe: Their breakfast menu goes hard, but their outdoor seating goes even harder. Take your pick: courtyard or patio.

🍺 For an Afternoon Drink

• Fisher Brewing Company: Great rooftop for killer views of the mountains and a casual beer.
• The Hog Wallow Pub: This pub’s secret garden feels like a little oasis on a spring day. Plus, they have live music.
• Beer Bar: Ideal for March Madness because they have televisions, and their backyard is massive and shady.

​​👀 For People Watching

• Neighbors Bar: Liberty Well’s newest neighborhood bar. Get the Suzie Q and a gaggle of your friends to sit on the patio.
• East Liberty Tap House: I’d argue one of our most popular sun decks. Fun fact: I once watched firefighters hack a tree that fell on a car while seated here. So I can attest, the entertainment is unmatched.
• Salt Lake City Library: Spring is the perfect time to chill on the library’s new rooftop. Plus, it’s free!
• Loki Coffee: I’d be remiss if I didn’t mention Salt Lake City’s second town hall, iykyk.