Mo' Bettahs Brings Hawaiian Comfort Food to Bluffdale

New restaurant opening marks 76th location for growing brand in Utah and beyond.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Hawaiian-inspired restaurant chain Mo' Bettahs is expanding its footprint with the opening of a new location in Bluffdale, Utah. The grand opening celebration on February 19th will feature free food, exclusive swag, and a ribbon-cutting ceremony as the brand celebrates its 76th restaurant overall and 39th in its home state.

Why it matters

Mo' Bettahs' continued growth in Utah reflects the brand's popularity and the demand for its authentic Hawaiian comfort food offerings. The new Bluffdale location will bring the brand's island-inspired hospitality and menu to a new community, building on its strong presence across the Beehive State.

The details

The new Mo' Bettahs restaurant is located at 1646 W. 14000 S. in Bluffdale, near the border of Salt Lake and Utah counties. The grand opening celebration on February 19th will include a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 4:30 pm, followed by free mini plates and drinks, exclusive brand swag, and samples of the popular spam musubi from 5-7 pm. The new location will serve Mo' Bettahs' signature Hawaiian-style plates made with fresh ingredients and bold island flavors.

  • The new Mo' Bettahs restaurant in Bluffdale will open on February 19, 2026.
  • The grand opening celebration, including the ribbon-cutting ceremony, will take place on February 19, 2026 from 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm.

The players

Mo' Bettahs Hawaiian Style Food

A Hawaiian comfort food brand that was founded in Bountiful, Utah in 2008 with the goal of providing guests with an authentic Hawaiian island barbeque experience.

Kalani Mack

The co-founder of Mo' Bettahs who said the brand is excited to share its Hawaiian comfort food with the Bluffdale community.

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What they’re saying

“As we continue to expand, we're excited to share our Hawaiian comfort food with Bluffdale. We have always believed in the strength of family bonds, sharing fresh food and creating a place where everyone feels welcome. Opening here is our way of saying mahalo to a community that already values gathering and good meals together.”

— Kalani Mack, Co-founder of Mo' Bettahs (RestaurantNews.com)

What’s next

The new Mo' Bettahs restaurant in Bluffdale will officially open to the public following the grand opening celebration on February 19, 2026.

The takeaway

Mo' Bettahs' expansion into Bluffdale demonstrates the brand's continued growth in Utah and its commitment to sharing its authentic Hawaiian-inspired cuisine and hospitality with new communities across the state.