A downtown drinkers staple in Utah. A place where everybody knows your name. The setting is more reminiscent of a small locals bar on the East coast, with ambience and style of an authentic Jazz bar. The bartenders can be surly, but this isn't Chili's. Jazz and blues are usually playing on the soundsystem and it plays perfectly with the ambiance. Greg the bartender/owner has that old, wise soul you need when you just got dumped or lost your job and day drinking is on the menu. Weekend evenings attracts the college crowd and with that comes longer lines and a lack of space to sit. The outside patio allows smoking so that can be a selling point for some, and a con for others. All in all one of my favorite spots to stop into when I am in town.

Scott the bar tender was not very friendly and did not make us feel very welcome. I know that sounds like the typical American thinking the world owes them something. But hey, is it too much to ask for a little hospitality when I'm giving you my hard earned cash for overpriced drinks? The dirty Martini had about as much brine as...well it was just gross. The tequila sunrise was heavy on the tequila. If we were playing bartender Russian roulette then we splattered our brains all over the other patrons...of which there were few. The atmosphere was a bit drab and dreary, etc... I feel like I'm on a bit of a snowbalking negativity roll here so lets change gears. This bar is just average. You can and should find somewhere better. I'm done.

I visited this cool bar i thought it would be on my birthday. I decided to go here with a few friends. However, as soon as I walked in i had rude service from the guy bartender who wore a hat and glasses. Because he saw a vape in my hand while i was ordering drinks, he tells me to not vape in the building and I said "yeah that's fine". I went to go play pool and was drinking my beer like normal and this guy bartender was straight staring me down. I didn't appreciate the service from him, and I regret going there. Too bad, since it could've been a good bar overall. The atmosphere of the place was cool!
Service: 1
Atmosphere: 4

4 solid stars. Mostly older people come in, no problem there. Just a bit stuffy is all. Been around a while. My buddy John used to own the place back in the day. Roomy. Very long bar and great drink selection. They make a great Tom Colin's. You probably have no idea what that is. An old East Coast drink. Ask for it. Give it a try if you dare! Haha. Its fruity and refreshing. Parking here is cool. I was there on a late thursday night. Crowded. Good vibe. Just above dive joint if you ask me. I've been in some real dive joints around the world too. It'll be a fun time because there's drinking. Ha!

Terrible service. Bad vibes. Walked in on a Saturday night, sat down at a table across from the bar. The Bartendar asked me to literally clear the table for him, to stand up and bring him the glasses that were left there before us. We sat at the table for another 10 minutes and not one person asked us if we wanted a drink or anything at all. It was 10pm so they weren't too busy.. just an awful experience.

Prices are cheap and atmosphere is good EXCEPT: The bartender with the fedora and glasses seems to be inconvenienced by anything. Another patron on the other side of the bar pointed out to him that I needed service and he had the audacity to moan about someone ordering for me. If your bar is busy then you're making money. I'd figure a man of his age would get that. Being a jerk gets you nothing.

Great spot for a beer and encounter with friendly staff. Go here if you are looking for a fun and relaxing bar experience. Also, the guests during my visit were all really kind. Some places bring about a certain patronage! Cheers! From reviewing other posts I highly encourage anyone to post their experience as it seems attention has been given to account for previously poor customer service.

Bar tenders ignored me when I tried to order a drink so it took a while to get a beer. Then I went up to the bar and she immediately asked if I wanted to close out, i said yes. She then took a couple drink orders from some people next to me, made their drinks then closed me out. I stood there waiting for quite a while. Next time I want bad service and a $5 PBR I'll go somewhere else

My pal Erich and I attended juniors and had a wonderful experience! Randy gave Erich some excellent recommendations and Scott gave me a excellent drink reccomendation! This is the best service at a bar you will receive in SLC! If you want a good conversation, 5 star service, and exceptional professionalism go to Juniors Tavern! Have a wonderful day everyone :)

2 stars because it was clean. The bar tender made a call to say that I was to drunk to serve ( literally only had 2 drinks for the night) it could have possibly been my 2 friends but I felt like the man was very rude. After turning us down he basically just tossed our IDs at us and told us to find somewhere else to get our last drink. Very dissapointed.

One of my favorite bars. It is simple and friendly. They only serve drinks, but you can bring food in from outside and there are several restaurants nearby. I like it because they usually play jazz and blues music, and you can always strike up a conversation with a stranger.

Visited this local pub several times over tbe past week and every time have been greeted by a seasoned, pleasant bartender who knew local lore and was privy to the guts of this town. Not a college scene. Not a poser scene. Authentic, real life citizens of SLC! Go visit!

Junior's is the greatest neighborhood bar in Salt Lake City. The atmosphere is perfect if you are looking for a casual, friendly, and quiet place to have a have a drink, chat with friends, or read the newspaper. Everyone feels welcome. Thanks to the great bar tenders!

The owner Greg, was very friendly, down to earth and spent time educating us about the state of Utah. It's a very clean place and you can tell he genuinely takes care and loves his bar. Great low key place if you're looking for a beer and not an expensive price.

Had a 7 1/2 hour layover and found this amazing little bar, had great conversation with the bartender Lynne and all the regulars tonight! Made me feel comfortable and welcomed the whole time! Definitely will visit again when I'm back in the area!!

Cash only, chill place. No kitchen, but they are cool with you bringing food in, so grab a sushi or a burger nearby. Good place for a quiet date or a relaxed night. Clean, no nonsense drinks downtown. One pool table if that's your thing.

Very chill vibes. Greg, the owner, has been in the bar business in SLC for decades. There is an overabundance of beer selection and flavored liquors as well as all the classics. You won’t regret coming here for a drink.

It’s the only tavern that I must go to when I am in SLC. Friendly and comfortable. I have only had positive good times at Juniors. Strike up a conversation with the owner Greg and you’ll never forget it.

“Old Greg runs the bar and is an absolute legend” - my fiancé Great dive bar with a straight-to-the-point owner/operator who loves to chat. Fairly priced drinks with a warm atmosphere. Highly recommend.

My husband and I stopped in at this bar for a drink while on vacation. It was small, casual, and cozy . We didn't get any of the "tourist" looks & felt right at home , Randy was the best !

Mrs. Bartender was trying to send us to another place because she said that this was a place for neighbors. but we stayed and it is a good place and good beer. …

Randy is one of the most genuine bartenders I've met, in one of the most organic bars I've been to. If you want a chill, local bar this is the place to go to.

Small koozie place. If you want to go to a place and have some cold drinks this is the spot. They do not offer any food but that's okay good spot to drink.

This is a low-key bar that has locals/regulars service. Very unique service in some instances slow. Great bartender Scott very knowledgeable of the area.

Mr. Scott is a City Legend, always a good move to stop by Junior's
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

This place is the spot! I Always head here when visiting SLC.
Price per person
$30–50
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Best kept secret in salt lake. This bar is just my favorite. Old jazz music always playing, it's just magical. Quiet, simple, cheap drink prices.

Walked in, waited 10 minutes even with a slow bar. Older female bartender was far less than friendly. I walked out without even ordering a drink.

A bit small, but cozy. Has a nice patio area. The pool table area is a little compact, but nice to see decent house stick selection and chalk.

Best cash-only bar in Utah. All the bartenders know you by name and make you feel as welcomed as if they were hosting you in their own home.

Come here about once a month. Love the chill and easy vibe. I like the bartenders. I think I’d rather drink here than any other bar in SLC.

The bartender was kind and courteous, and the locals were good people. Junior's has the best beer prices (for a bar) that I have ever seen.

This bar is a time hop back to the good ole days. Greg is the kindest bartender you'll ever meet, a must stop any time your downtown SLC!!

All the bartenders are great. Barb and Greg are my favorite. Cocktails and drinks are priced reasonably and has a nice, chill atmosphere.

Great dive bar atmosphere, cheap shots, small & cozy bar. $1 pool games, $3 flavored vodka shots, smoking patio out front on 300 south

Cool little dive bar with a beer can museum on the wall. The bar tender/owner even gave us a couple free shots. Definitely going back

Gave them my ID. Got a beer, the bartender kept it short and simple. Played pool, won. Overall experience: 10/10 would recommend.

I'm 5 starring this because it was my buddies favorite place. I've only been here once and it was for his wake. Damn you cancer.

Cozy bar with pool pinball, and wonderfull bartenders. not too loud either (for a bar). It also has 4 seater booths and tables.

A must stop in downtown Salt Lake City. You come, grab a few and keep going. Fair prices, nice vibe and friendly staff.

This bar is pretty small and doesn't have many draft beers but it has a cool vibe. The bar tender was awesome!

A good haunt. Never been here on a Friday or Saturday night, but a great place to stop for a drink after work.

Great beer selection no Food but have chips friendly and fast service good chill place to drink and converse

Very good bar and awesome bar tenders. This is very famous bar among locals. You can sit outside as well.

Really good! Was looking for someplace quick to eat in Salt Lake and it was great! Definitely go again!

They're friendly but if you're from out of town and don't fit in they'll cut you off so you can leave.

Calm, friendly, at the good location, inexpensive. Front patio with street view makes huge difference.

Very low end spectrum of bars I’d expect in the downtown area. Very few draft beers to choose from.

Awesome, intimate, hole in the wall bar. Great place to shoot pool with a good selection of beer.

Great bar! I love the collection of classic beer cans on the wall and always great service.

Meh it's a hole in the wall dive bar that is surrounded by much funner bars on all sides.

Eclectic crowed. Super chill. It's easy to become a regular. Come join the juniors fam.

Classic bar in the heart of Salt Lake. I loved the atmosphere and it had great drinks.

Scott=Awesome. We go there about once a year and without fail.... Always a good time.

It's the neighborhood bar downtown. The clientele is great and the prices are fare.

Greg couldn't of been a more welcoming bartender. Do yourself a favor and stop here

Nice spot to drop in and have a beer to recover after visiting the LDS Temple.

Love the late night local friendly vibe! The very best after concert hangout!

Extremely unfriendly service. There are much better and cheaper places to go.

I've been here quite a few times, very it's very small and cozy. Nice place

Great little pub. Friendly service, nice atmosphere, almost never crowded.

Randy the bar tender is awesome!!! Great bar in general, pool table too!!!

I have liked this bar for over 20 years. Barb who tends bar is very good.

Relatively good prices, relaxed ambient, and the bar tender was so nice!

Quiet, intimate little place with great prices. Very easy to relax in.

Cheap, awesome, and the friendliest bar in all of downtown Salt Lake!

Giant mini pictures of beer. Plus Junior's buffet of chips & peanuts.

Best bar in the city hands down. Randy & Scott are absolute beauties

A little whole in the wall, small selection and ok customer service.

Nice little bar. Bartenders dress fancy and they have a pool table.

New location is still missing some charm, but Juniors still rules.

Randy and Scott the Best in Town..great service and Amazing beers

The burger was ok.. not great for the price.. fries were good..

Trivelig bar med god atmosfære. Et Flipperspill. Biljard bord.

Great bartenders, nice atmosphere, cash only jazz bar. I dig.

If Jesus ran a bar he would have to call it Junior's Tavern.

Randy was awesome. Good place to go downtown on date night.

It's a cash only bar. Good atmosphere. It wasn't too busy.

Not a bad place certainly but a little too claustrophobic.

Personal, unpretentious, big steins of cold beer. Perfect.

Interesting locals, great conversations and fun bartenders

Best place in town to go for a good drink during the day.

Easy going dive bar. Cheap drinks and always good times.

Divey. Patio is choked by smokers, which is a shame.

Awesome bartenders and cool crowd. Alway have fun!

An original local jazz bar, ecle tic and intimate

If you get it you get it. If you don’t you don’t.

Down to earth spirit with local flare says Brian

Friendly staff and good beer. Great patio also!

Relaxing...nuff said! Ooh and Guinness on tap!

Just nice to sit and have a drink. Good food.

Cash only, limited seating and friendly staff

Preferred it when they were next to Cannellas

Classic tavern. Great feel. Kirk is awesome.

Great place to get a beer and great people

Love this place, bartenders are the best!

Amazing staff and the best patio in town!

Dave dive bar... shhhhh don't tell anyone

Easily my favorite bar in the LIT city..

I actually had a lot of fun at this bar.