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Garlic burgers and beverages—The Cotton Bottom going strong after 50 years

Aug 05, 2024 01:08PM ● By Jolene Croasmun

The iconic sign for The Cotton Bottom, located in Holladay, is known for their famous garlic burgers. (Jolene Croasmun/City Journals)

The Cotton Bottom restaurant located in Holladay has been around for more than 50 years and, yes, Bugs Bunny holding a beer is still on the sign. 

In 2019, the Bar X Group Restaurants purchased The Cotton Bottom and had big plans to renovate and expand the place but when the pandemic hit, things came to a halt.

At The Cotton Bottom restaurant the locals appreciate that the menu has stayed pretty consistent over the years. This place is known around town for their garlic burgers.

Charlie Hazzard and friends were enjoying their evening at The Cotton Bottom and said, “Same local watering hole character and even after all these years, still the best garlic burger and fries!” 

This restaurant continues to be enjoyed by locals all year round and with its location at the bottom of Big Cottonwood Canyon, it makes a perfect place to hit after a long day of skiing.

“Good place to quench your thirst on a Friday night or after a powder day,” Hazzard added.

They offer plenty of beverages for all including nonalcoholic beverages and even allow pets to attend the restaurant with their owners.

Linda Johnson remembered coming here years ago. “Moved back to Salt Lake City after 20 years and when we walked in, it was exactly what we remembered.”

There’s no word on any plans to change The Cotton Bottom, and why would you want to with such an iconic name and reputation.  λ