Most of Strada’s menu features items sourced from the acclaimed Matteo kitchen. At the Ristorante mothership, Matteo’s mom Manuela bakes the ciabatta for the paninis and her cannoli are made to fill upon order. Executive Chef Damiano Carlotto prepares roasted pork, house-made sausage, meatballs, and chicken cutlets daily, and all of the charcuterie is sourced from Italy. These comfort food components are shuttled throughout the day to nearby Strada. Upon customer order, the elements are assembled and the panini is fired up using some kind of Italian-made industrial kitchen appliance that apparently costs as much as a pre-owned Lamborghini.
Matteo’s fast casual concept Strada opens in downtown Salt Lake City
by: Nicea DeGering Posted: Sep 2, 2025 / 01:51 PM MDT Updated: Sep 2, 2025 / 01:52 PM MDT SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (Good Things Utah) – It’s time for a new culinary experience in downtown Salt Lake City! Strada just opened this summer and the lines are...
