While some may be lamenting October's shortening days and cooling temps, this fall we’ll be keeping summer’s carefree vibes going by indulging in the weekend meal mashup known as brunch. Following are 17 options for spending a leisurely Saturday or Sunday in downtown Salt Lake City fueled by great food, creative libations, live music and even a drag queen or two.

Many of the coffee houses listed below roast their own beans, make their own pastries and source everything they serve locally.
And all are fiercely independent, offering just the cup of what you need to chase away the
midwinter blahs.

Rooftop bars are sexy, they cultivate cool vibes. Do you know how often conventioneers ask where they can find a rooftop bar?! Oh… wait, press release, what now? You buried the lede? Now there are not one, but two rooftop bars at West Quarter!!! Another lounge will be perched atop Element, a longer-stay hotel brand from Westin.