LOG HAVEN:
Fine Dining in a Stunning Nature Setting By Julie Roberts
Photos courtesy of Log Haven
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f you’re visiting Salt Lake City and looking for unique local dining options, one name is always at the top of everyone’s list: Log Haven. Located four miles up Millcreek Canyon, Log Haven is widely regarded as one of Utah’s premier restaurants thanks to its world-class cuisine, romantic vibe and unparalleled scenery. Log Haven is currently celebrating over 25 years of business, which is a significant achievement in the dining industry. The story of this restaurant’s longevity is the rare example of what happens in a business when each element combines flawlessly with the others: a perfect recipe for success.
Established and Trusted Partnerships When Margo Provost bought Log Haven in 1994, the property required serious repairs and was on the verge of being torn down. Provost restored the site and found the perfect team to work by her side: Ian Campbell, co-owner and general manager; David Jones, co-owner and executive chef; and Faith Scheffler, co-owner and sales/ event manager. The four professionals have collaborated for over 20 years, weathering the challenges that inevitably come with restaurant ownership and management. Of course, one of the most
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significant obstacles the group has faced is the COVID pandemic, which has taken a huge toll on restaurants throughout the country. Fortunately, Log Haven, with its devoted clientele and unique standing in the community, appears to be built to survive. Also, Campbell believes that as independent restauranteurs, the Log Haven partners have more power to control their own destiny—an advantage that isn’t available to the many chain restaurants that are a big part of today’s dining landscape. “Log Haven is a throwback to single-unit owneroperated places that don’t have to answer to shareholders. That’s not our goal. We’re here to make our customers happy,” he explained.
utah farm & fork
| fall
2020
