It’s a high-end Mexican restaurant. It’s a tiny cafe. In SLC’s Post District, it’s both.

(Trent Nelson | The Salt Lake Tribune) La Casa Del Tamal in Salt Lake City's Post District on Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026. The origin story: In 2019, Cristina Olvera took her home-based tamale venture to a local swap meet and named it La Casa Del Tamal. In November, La Casa del Tamal and a mini version of Azucar opened in the Post District. Unlike the West Valley location, the Post District location can seat groups and families easily, and is well-suited for date nights. (Trent Nelson | The Salt Lake Tribune) Frida Olvera in Azucar cafe, part of La Casa Del Tamal in Salt Lake City's Post District on Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026.