Sun pours through the front windows by 9 a.m., and a steady murmur of conversation fills the room as the first plates of the morning hit the pass.
Set in Salt Lake City, UT, Oasis Cafe has carved out a corner of the city's weekend brunch scene with a personality of its own. The room comfortably seats a mix of solo diners working through a coffee and a newspaper, couples splitting a stack of pancakes, and friend groups settling in for a slow, three-hour Saturday.
Avocado toast at a place like this is not a meme — it's smashed in front of you, seasoned with flaky salt, lime, and chili crisp, and built on a slab of grilled sourdough.
Menu highlights
Here is a snapshot of the kinds of brunch dishes you can expect to find on the menu at Oasis Cafe. Specials rotate weekly with what's in season — check the chalkboard at the host stand when you arrive.
- Bottomless mimosa flight (90-minute limit, weekends only)
- Fresh-squeezed grapefruit juice and seasonal cold-pressed juices
- Eggs Benedict with house-made hollandaise on a toasted English muffin
- Smoked salmon plate with cream cheese, capers, red onion, and a toasted bagel
- Shakshuka with feta, herbs, and warm pita
- Country-style biscuits and sausage gravy
- Smoked brisket hash with two eggs and pickled onion
- Lox bagel sandwich with everything seasoning and dill cream cheese
Light streams in through tall windows, jazz plays at a sensible volume, and the espresso machine hums in the background like a third instrument.
The eggs Benedict here is a study in restraint: a properly toasted English muffin, paper-thin Canadian bacon, and a hollandaise that's lemony enough to cut through the richness.
Bring cash if you can — splitting the check is faster, and a few items on the daily-special board are cash-only.
Like a lot of the best brunch spots in Salt Lake City, Oasis Cafe is at its most magical on weekend mornings, when the kitchen is firing on all burners and the room slowly fills with the kind of low, happy hum that only good food and unhurried company can produce. It is not the cheapest brunch in town, nor the trendiest — but it might be the most consistent, and that counts for a lot on a Sunday morning.
Tips from the regulars
- Vegetarian and gluten-free diners have real options, not just sad fruit cups.
- Tip generously — the brunch shift is the toughest in any restaurant, and the staff here keeps it warm even at peak rush.
- Save room: the pastry case at the front is part of the experience.
- Best time to go: arrive before 9:30 a.m. on weekends to skip the worst of the wait at Oasis Cafe.
- Best for: groups of 2 to 4 — larger parties may want to call ahead.
Hours
| Mon | Mo-Su 08:00-21:00 |
|---|---|
| Tue | Mo-Su 08:00-21:00 |
| Wed | Mo-Su 08:00-21:00 |
| Thu | Mo-Su 08:00-21:00 |
| Fri | Mo-Su 08:00-21:00 |
| Sat | Mo-Su 08:00-21:00 |
| Sun | Mo-Su 08:00-21:00 |
Frequently asked questions
What time does Oasis Cafe open for brunch?
Posted hours are: Mo-Su 08:00-21:00. Hours can change on holidays — call ahead if you're traveling.
Does Oasis Cafe take reservations?
Most brunch spots in Salt Lake City are walk-in friendly, with a wait list during peak hours. Larger parties (5+) should call ahead to ask about a reservation.
Is Oasis Cafe kid-friendly?
Yes — Oasis Cafe welcomes families. Most brunch menus include simple kid-friendly options like pancakes, scrambled eggs, and fresh fruit. Highchairs are usually available.
What kind of cuisine does Oasis Cafe serve?
It's classified under breakfast, lunch, brunch, coffee_shop, dinner, salad, fish, soup — broadly an American-style brunch experience with regional touches you'd expect in Salt Lake City.
Is there outdoor seating at Oasis Cafe?
Yes — outdoor seating is available, weather permitting.
Location
Located at 151 South 500 East. Coordinates: 40.7659, -111.8764. Use the address above with your preferred maps application for turn-by-turn directions.