

The Old Spaghetti Factory is a family owned and operated Italian Restaurant, founded in Portland, Oregon in 1969, by Guss and Sally Dussin. Since 1969, The Old Spaghetti Factory has been serving meals & memories. Bring the whole family together for The Old Spaghetti Factory’s famous, affordable 3 course meals.
Family-friendly chain eatery featuring traditional Italian entrees amid turn-of-the-century decor.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 189 Trolley Sq, Salt Lake City, UT 84102
Phone: (801) 521-0424
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Order and Reservations
Reservations: osf.com
Order: Order online
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Reviews
I ordered the Tuscan Chicken with creamy garlic Alfredo, and it absolutely did not disappoint. The sauce was rich and flavorful, and the sun‑dried tomatoes blended perfectly with the penne pasta. The minestrone soup was excellent, full of flavor and served piping hot. The Sicilian garlic cheese bread was very good, and even the simple house bread with butter stood out—warm, soft, and surprisingly memorable.
For dessert, the tiramisu was a great choice, but the real star of the night was their spumoni ice cream. Hands down the king of desserts and the perfect way to finish the meal.
A fantastic dining experience all around. Great food, great service, and Tanner made it even better. Five stars without hesitation.
We made a reservation in advance, which I highly recommend, especially on a Friday night. Even arriving a little early, we were greeted by staff stationed outside, efficiently and cheerfully managing the evening’s flow before we ever crossed the threshold. True to form, we were seated right on time.
One of the enduring delights of this location is its variety of dining spaces, the main floor, the upstairs balcony, and even the iconic old trolley car, where I once had the pleasure of sitting on a previous visit. This time we were seated on the bustling main floor, right in the heart of the action. Far from distracting, it was a joy to watch the staff move with practiced rhythm, like a well-oiled macchina, each person knowing their part.
Our waitress (shout-out to Alex) was friendly and attentive throughout the meal, striking that perfect balance between present and unobtrusive. With it being the holiday season, I was genuinely impressed by the abundance of festive décor. It was warm, nostalgic, and charming, exactly the kind of old-world ambiance that pairs well with pasta and conversation.
As always, the drinks were a hit. My kids and I never pass up the cotton candy limeade, sweet, playful, and delightfully unique. While I usually come for their legendary mizithra cheese and browned butter for my entree, this time I branched out and ordered the Manager’s Favorite, a half-and-half plate. I paired the mizithra with their rich meat sauce, upgraded to the larger portion, and made it extra saucy. A wise decision, as it meant I enjoyed the meal all over again the next day.
Each entrée comes with a choice of soup or salad. I upgraded to a Caesar salad, while my son opted for the minestrone. And of course, no visit would be complete without the fresh bread and butter; simple, soft, and perfect for sopping up every last bit of sauce from the plate.
And just when you think the meal has come to a satisfying close, the included dessert arrives, a small but meaningful tradition that further cements the Old Spaghetti Factory’s place as a classic. Each entrée comes with a choice of vanilla ice cream or spumoni. A couple of us went with the classic vanilla, simple, smooth, and comforting, while others chose the spumoni, that old-school Italian favorite layered with chocolate, pistachio, and cherry ice creams (this one does not include bits of fruit and nuts). It’s the kind of dessert that feels nostalgic and ceremonial, less about indulgence and more about continuity, one final, sweet reminder that this is a place where traditions endure and meals are meant to be remembered.
The Old Spaghetti Factory has been a fixture in Salt Lake City for generations, and that history is part of its charm. Even my mother remembers coming here as a young single adult, and she still stops in whenever she’s back in town. Few restaurants can claim that kind of legacy.
Once again, the Old Spaghetti Factory did not disappoint. From the service to the setting to the satisfying comfort of a hearty Italian meal, it earns every bit of its five stars. This is a place where memories are made, and remade, one plate of pasta at a time.
I love love love the setting and vibe of this venue. The velvet furniture. The beautiful chandeliers (I’m a sucker for beautiful chandeliers). The trolley in the middle of the restaurant. The theme of the restaurant. It’s such a pretty era.
We were sat next to the trolley which was cool. Our server greeted us and got drinks started. I asked for ice tea with extra lemon. Extra could be an extra slice or two? Ya, I only got one slice.
I did creep out the menu the night before so I knew what I wanted. While we were all checking out the menu, we all noticed how cold it was. The restaurant was quite chilly. I was layered nicely and was still cold. “The building” regulates our temp. Odd really, cause all the other little shops we hit up felt fine to us. So, let’s be honest and fix the temperature so your guests aren’t freezing.
For lunch I did ask if I could order off the kids menu. It wasn’t an issue so that was nice. The spinach and cheese ravioli with marinara sounded fantastic. I also get a side of applesauce with it! Win win! My daughter ordered the lunch pot pourri. It was a neat way to try a little of everything.
My applesauce came out first. I enjoyed a bit of it. Warm bread also came out. My daughter got the minestrone soup as her side. She said it was good. You get quite a bit in the kids portion. It was a nice portion for me. I don’t know who dropped the ball but my food was not hot, it was barely warm. I don’t know if they purposely serve cooler food for kids but as a server, it should have been expressed to the kitchen it was for an adult. I believe I would have enjoyed them more if it was hotter. It was not even warm enough to melt the cheese on top. I ate about 2 of them and was over it. Eating cold pasta isn’t all that appetizing.
I really wanted to enjoy today’s visit. The venue is fun! But I didn’t come for just the venue. I came for the food! But my food was cold. The venue was cold. Our server did the min serving us. Such a shame really. Such a neat restaurant to only push out the bar minimum. I think I’d rather stick to a local Italian joint next time. Supporting locals cause they care about what they push out. Just another franchise restaurant that is hoping their name alone will attract you. In this case it did but never again.