Kaibab National Forest
The cow-shaped sign and menus spell things out – if you want steak and potatoes, this has been the place to come since 1946. This is a dark and old-school…
Must-see restaurants in The Southwest
Las Vegas
In Las Vegas' sea of gourmet burgers and overpriced eats, it's refreshing to find a small business that serves up a decent hamburger, cheesy chili fries…
Arizona
The Roadkill has a salad bar, subtle vintage decor and, among the juicy steaks and burgers, tongue-in-cheek menu items such as 'fender tenders' and …
Las Vegas
This no-frills pizzeria turns out piping-hot garlic knots and large, dripping slices of pizza, mini calzones and overstuffed stromboli. Open late, it's…
Nevada
One of the best start-the-day places you'll find downtown, well-priced Heidi's has an impressive breakfast menu with plenty of new twists on the classic…
Bryce Canyon General Store & Snack Bar
Bryce Canyon National Park
In addition to foodstuffs, sundries and tourist kitsch, the general store near Sunrise Point sells hot dogs, cold drinks, packaged sandwiches, chili, soup…
New Mexico
Family-run Mexican restaurant; enter through the swinging saloon doors, and you’ll doubtless find local families chowing down on huge, great-value plates…
Nevada
For gorgeous 100-mile views of the surrounding valleys, have an ice-cream cone on the back porch of the Firehouse Saloon & Grill, where the friendly…
Grand Canyon Region
Creative sweet and savory crêpes, plus soups, salads and free wi-fi, in a convenient location near many of Page's tour outfitters. It's just off the…
Northern Nevada
Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, this family-style diner prepares fresh beef, lamb, pork, and chicken dishes prepared in both American and Basque…
Flagstaff
For groceries, Bashas’ is a good, local chain supermarket that carries a respectable selection of organic foods. There's another branch at 1000 N…
Las Vegas
The Las Vegas outlet of one of Japan's, and now America's, most popular barbecue chains offers do-it-yourself yakiniku (grilled meat) barbecues at your…
Nevada
For those with a sweet tooth – this classic American diner is famed for its homemade cinnamon rolls. They also cater capably for those whose Achilles'…
Moab
This large dining room is geared up to serve, with a pleasant, ample space. With options for tofu, seafood or organic chicken in typical curries and…
Wasatch Mountains
Locals dig the large salsa bar and salad buffet that shore up classic northern Mexican cuisine. Its carne asada (rib eye) and smothered enchiladas are…
Southern Nevada
Feeling carnivorous? This river-view Wild West–themed restaurant inside the Golden Nugget casino serves up savory cuts of Angus beef as well as…
Southeastern Utah
An egg-and-potato burrito smothered in green chili can put you on your way with a happy belly. While it would be good to see more of a kick, as fast-food…
Nevada
Serving St Louis–style barbecue with slow-smoked ribs and beans, along with burgers, salads and tasty sides, Red's has been a local favorite for years and…
Sol Foods Downtown Supermarket
Springdale
Springdale's grocery store has a decent selection, with organic items and camping-friendly meals. There's also a salad bar and deli with $8 sandwiches…
Flagstaff
A local grocery store chain offering produce, beer, wine and a small organic section. There's another branch at 2700 S Woodlands Village Blvd.
Arizona
This home-style diner, with its padded stools and booths, could be called the beehive, so busy are its mornings, with locals swarming in for massive…
Arizona
This real locals' diner, run by the same family since 1973, has six tables and a counter with stools. Regulars sip coffee while browsing the newspaper and…
Park City
Enjoy a scoop of site-made ice cream like 'Moonana' (with organic banana chunks) along with your Ibis coffee at this always lively cafe. Has vegan,…
Grand Canyon Region
Impressive murals of local landscapes cover the walls inside this unfortunately named restaurant – open for dinner only – that serves good steaks, seafood…
Southeastern Utah
This year-round grill has greasy-spoon cooking and some whopping Navajo tacos (fry bread with chili and taco fixings), plus the only full liquor license…
Southeastern New Mexico
The something-for-everyone place in Alamogordo, with an outdoor patio and a casual indoor dining room. Pizzas and pastas are OK, salads are big, and pints…
New Mexico
Very popular morning hangout serving breakfast in all shapes and sizes, from huevos rancheros to biscuits and gravy, plus espresso coffees, doughnuts and…
Utah
You won't write home about it, but Don Pedro's is a step up from the fast-food scene, with filling burritos and chilled margs that do the trick after a…
Moab
For a little piece of Americana, queue up at this popular ice creamery. Though the ice cream isn't locally made, local teenagers serve ever-growing lines…
Southern Arizona
For quick and easy coffee before your next adventure, drive through the Old Benson Ice Cream Stop beside the railroad tracks. It also sells 44 flavors of…
Grand Canyon National Park South Rim
Pick up a slice or pie to enjoy over a Grand Canyon Pilsner, or call in advance for takeout. The pizzas here have basic toppings, and there's a vegetarian…
Nevada
Locals agree that the best food in Virginia City is probably at Cafe del Rio, which serves a nice blend of modern Mexican and Southwest cuisine, including…
Wasatch Mountains
Look for the miniature train that travels overhead at this local play on Dairy Queen. The ice-cream sundaes and thick shakes can't be beat (try the…
Southeastern Utah
Anasazi serves pretty standard all-American fare (think meatloaf, fish tacos, steaks and pizza), but it does try to use local produce and sustainable…
Northern Nevada
A great small-town coffeehouse with cute namesake paraphernalia for sale, friendly service and an eponymous signature drink that will keep you going till…
Las Vegas
We'd say that Mr. Ramsay's high-traffic fish and chippery (perhaps Vegas' most prominent) ain't all that fish-tastic, but we're afraid of him yelling at…
New Mexico
The preferred hangout of crusty old locals, you can slip into a red-vinyl booth here for some straight up, down home, New Mexican grub and solid…
Moab
Authentic Thai cafe for curries and organic basil chicken. Service is sleepy and the ambiance generic, but if you’re hot for spice, it usually delivers.
Arizona
Snag a table among the regulars at this Mexican greasy spoon for housemade tortillas and tempting daily specials: tacos, smothered burritos and fajitas.
Arizona
This bright and airy spot doesn't deviate from the international template for Thai restaurants, but it's clear the chef hails from the mother country.
