Sampled: Spark Restaurant Lounge
Writing and photography by Courtney Buell
Sampled: Basil-crusted halibut, banana strudel and a little something called a “Pomegron.”
Where: Spark Restaurant Lounge (86 N. University Avenue, Provo)
High & High: Pretty much everyone in Utah County that isn’t living under a rock has heard of Spark Restaurant Lounge. What they might have missed are the drool-worthy menu additions made just in time for summer. Our favorite new mocktail is the “Pomegron:” a mix of pomegranate juice, lime, tarragon and soda—a sweet and refreshing drink with a tart kick. Basil-crusted halibut comes with fresh tomatoes, peas and the most amazing parmesan gnocchi you’ve ever had. Promise. Finish off with the banana strudel: a hunk of ripe banana with chocolate, all rolled in phyllo dough and served with mango ice cream. If you weren’t already tempted to hit this place up, we could also tell you about the filet mignon, kiwi martinis and creamy vanilla panna cotta. But we don’t need to, do we?
{The dealio} For an even sweeter experience, check out this deal: Order two entrees between June 8 and June 11, and give your server this voucher and you’ll be rewarded with a $25 gift certificate to use on a return visit. Hurry up, up, up! The offer is only good through Thursday. Reservations recommended at (801) 701-6780.
{Mini Doorprize} Have a hankering to eat out? If the above gift card offer wasn’t enough, you can leave just one comment on this post before midnight tonight (June 8) and you could win a $25 gift card from Spark, on the house!
June 8th, 2009 at 8:39 am
I stinken LOVE spark!!!
June 8th, 2009 at 9:15 am
I’ve read so much about this place- I’d love to try it!
June 8th, 2009 at 9:17 am
Sounds yummy! I’ve never been there but now my curiosity has been piqued.
June 8th, 2009 at 9:33 am
I’ve been wanting to try spark and my birthday is this week- perfect time to go!
June 8th, 2009 at 9:36 am
would LOVE to try it! Newish to the area and really like your blog :)
June 8th, 2009 at 9:37 am
Mmm…I want that drink right now!
June 8th, 2009 at 9:38 am
I’ve read about Spark a few other times this week and each time I think “I have GOT to go there.” Now I REALLY have to go there. Hope I win!
June 8th, 2009 at 9:39 am
I would love to try Spark :)
June 8th, 2009 at 9:46 am
Sounds really yummy! I’d love a gift card…
June 8th, 2009 at 9:48 am
I love spark! Their lycheetinis are SO yummy!
June 8th, 2009 at 9:49 am
Loved Spark! And I’d love to have another go!
June 8th, 2009 at 9:50 am
My husband and I have been dying to try this place! He works really close to it and always hears great things about it–this may be our sweeet chance!!
June 8th, 2009 at 9:55 am
Oh man I am the biggest fan of mocktails and would love to try all of Sparks drinks!
June 8th, 2009 at 9:57 am
Awesome! I need to try this place.
June 8th, 2009 at 10:03 am
this restaurant is right around the corner from me and they have great music with their jazz nights!
June 8th, 2009 at 10:03 am
I want to try eating here so bad! i’ve only ever had their drinks!
June 8th, 2009 at 10:03 am
Count me as one of the rock dwellers. I’ve heard of Sparks but have yet to set foot inside.
June 8th, 2009 at 10:08 am
I’ve been dying to try Spark!
June 8th, 2009 at 10:18 am
I would love to win this. That food sounds delicious.
June 8th, 2009 at 10:24 am
Sounds really yummy! I’d love to win and try of out for myself.
June 8th, 2009 at 10:26 am
Oh, those drinks sound AWESOME. Sign me up!
June 8th, 2009 at 10:27 am
MMM that looks yummy! I’ve been wanting to go there, but we don’t have a reason to go to Provo very often.
June 8th, 2009 at 10:28 am
The food looks devine… fun, fun, fun!
June 8th, 2009 at 10:28 am
This is exactly what I’m craving at this fully pregnant moment! YUM!
Shannon P
June 8th, 2009 at 10:30 am
My sister’s birthday is coming up soon and this would be a perfect treat.
June 8th, 2009 at 10:35 am
Yum! I must be living under a rock because I am a huge foodie and haven’t heard of this place yet! I must go!
June 8th, 2009 at 10:40 am
Looks tasty!
June 8th, 2009 at 10:41 am
I need to check this place out!
June 8th, 2009 at 10:47 am
Sound wonderful! I’ve seen the place, but haven’t been there before.
June 8th, 2009 at 10:53 am
ooh! it looks fancy
June 8th, 2009 at 11:08 am
I’ve been looking for an excuse to take a jaunt down to Utah County.
June 8th, 2009 at 11:15 am
I keep hearing about this place everywhere I turn. Might be a great place for a birthday celebration. I’ll have to check it out! Thanks for the review.
June 8th, 2009 at 11:17 am
Sounds yum!
June 8th, 2009 at 11:17 am
looks and sounds delicious!
June 8th, 2009 at 11:24 am
i love spark! It is my birthday on Tues the 9th and i would just love A free apple martini!
crossing my fingers…
Emily
June 8th, 2009 at 11:34 am
I’m just making a move to Utah County! I’d love to try a new restaurant!
June 8th, 2009 at 11:37 am
I’ve been dying to try this place! I need to get over there.
June 8th, 2009 at 11:38 am
That looks and sounds divine! It’s so great to see fantastic restaurants making it in Utah!
June 8th, 2009 at 11:40 am
Thanks for the report Courtney. We’ll have to try it out.
June 8th, 2009 at 11:40 am
oh la la! i would love to have another excuse to go to spark!
June 8th, 2009 at 11:47 am
I have heard great things about Spark. I would love to try it.
June 8th, 2009 at 11:49 am
I LOVE Spark, and my b-day is coming up….
June 8th, 2009 at 11:57 am
This would be a perfect outing for the summertime…Count me in for the give-a-way! I also must admit that I am one of those living under a rock and I have never heard of this restaurant, but I would love to try it. I am crossing my fingers.
xoxo-Meg
June 8th, 2009 at 11:57 am
I’d love to try Spark for a new date spot!
June 8th, 2009 at 12:05 pm
I’ve never been and my fiancé and I could use a nice date!
June 8th, 2009 at 12:27 pm
The drinks are fabulous! I would love a night with my husband and away from the kids!
June 8th, 2009 at 12:47 pm
I love Spark!
June 8th, 2009 at 12:58 pm
would love to try it out and a gift card is a great reason to give it a try!!!
June 8th, 2009 at 1:01 pm
I haven’t been there yet, but will now!! YAY!!
June 8th, 2009 at 1:17 pm
i would love to try this place out!
June 8th, 2009 at 1:22 pm
awesome!! we are always looking for a new bite to eat! sounds like fun!
June 8th, 2009 at 1:31 pm
I’d love to try this place! sounds perfect!!
June 8th, 2009 at 2:13 pm
Spark is one of my favorite places! Please help this foodie fuel her addiction!
June 8th, 2009 at 2:19 pm
sounds like the perfect birthday dinner!
June 8th, 2009 at 2:23 pm
This place is SO awesome! I love the atmosphere and the food presentation. Oh…and the food is wonderful too, espicially their fries…mmmmmm
June 8th, 2009 at 2:27 pm
YUUUUMMMY OH!!!!This place sounds so good, we might just HAVE to be BAD and break that darn commitment to clean air and and only making short local trips since we live in SLC!!!Why do I read this blog when it makes being bad SO SO GOOD!!!??? Any hopes of SPARKS 2 in SLC????Never hurts to ask(sheepily grinning)!!!
June 8th, 2009 at 2:49 pm
Since my hubby is turning the big 6-0! this month!!!! might as well give it a whirl….
my fingers are crossed….
June 8th, 2009 at 3:00 pm
I love this restaurant!! The gift card would be awesome!!
June 8th, 2009 at 3:13 pm
Mmmm…sounds delish! I love fish.
June 8th, 2009 at 3:22 pm
Would love to give this unique place a try!
June 8th, 2009 at 3:27 pm
The cotton candy topped Shirley Temples are so sweet. As is the fried choc. pudding with ice cream. I would love to go back.
June 8th, 2009 at 3:41 pm
I think I’m in need of a free meal
June 8th, 2009 at 3:51 pm
My husband takes clients there on business but he’s never taken me! Please oh please I’d love to go there for our anniversary.
June 8th, 2009 at 3:56 pm
My husband and I could really use a date night!
June 8th, 2009 at 4:05 pm
My sister-in-law took me to lunch here, and it was fabulous. I can’t wait to take my husband. Love the atmosphere and the food is terrific.
June 8th, 2009 at 4:18 pm
just what me and the husband need! A night out at a yummy restaurant!
June 8th, 2009 at 4:24 pm
I absolutely love this place, their food, atmosphere, everything!!! Please let this be our first year anniversary present!
June 8th, 2009 at 4:53 pm
I highly recommend Spark! The food and drinks are amazing but one thing that wasn’t addressed is the atmosphere. You don’t feel like you’re in downtown Provo when you’re inside this funky, cool restaurant. Go, go, go!
June 8th, 2009 at 4:57 pm
i’ve been wanting to try this place!
June 8th, 2009 at 5:05 pm
I love trying new places and I AM due for a visit to Utah County.
June 8th, 2009 at 5:28 pm
I could sure use a date night!!
June 8th, 2009 at 6:28 pm
I’ve heard good things! I’d like to eat good things rather than just hear about them!
June 8th, 2009 at 7:18 pm
This looks worth the drive!
June 8th, 2009 at 8:14 pm
ooooh! me me me!!!
June 8th, 2009 at 8:25 pm
Spark is my fav! I neeeeed this!
June 8th, 2009 at 8:58 pm
Love it!
June 8th, 2009 at 9:13 pm
I love Spark — I’d LOVE to try their pomegranate drink!
June 8th, 2009 at 9:27 pm
I want to go to there!
June 8th, 2009 at 10:13 pm
My friends love Spark, and I’ve always wanted to try it! They have such a great aesthetic, and the food looks really good!
June 8th, 2009 at 10:47 pm
I’ve always wanted to hit this place up! Thanks for the reminder!
June 8th, 2009 at 10:48 pm
I have just GOT to go and you have totally motivated me to go SOON! Like tomorrow!
June 8th, 2009 at 10:53 pm
Listen. You must pick me. I waited an hour one night with friends to get in (failed to make a reservation…silly me!) We ended up heading out because they were about to close anyway. So I’ve been inside but never tasted the goods.
June 8th, 2009 at 11:48 pm
have loved all my visits there but I will need many more visits to be able to try all their tasty mixed drinks. that pomegranate drink will be next.
June 9th, 2009 at 11:49 am
the kiwi martinis are my fav!!
June 10th, 2009 at 7:36 pm
Spark is adorable! Went there on new years eve and it was a blast!
June 10th, 2009 at 7:37 pm
I love Spark!
June 10th, 2009 at 8:03 pm
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