Must-see restaurants in The Southwest

  • Desert View Market

    Grand Canyon National Park South Rim

    A general store with simple groceries, beer, wine, souvenirs and an ATM.

  • Espressamente Illy

    Las Vegas

    Quaff a cappuccino or gelato at this authentic Italian espresso shop.

  • Mesa Italiana

    Eastern Arizona

    Locals vouch for this busy Italian place serving pasta and pizzas.

  • La Fiesta

    Northern Nevada

    La Fiesta serves up cheesy enchiladas and frozen margaritas.

  • General Gritts

    Wasatch Mountains

    A grocery store with deli sandwiches and liquor sales.

  • Safeway

    Kaibab National Forest

    The nearest groceries and pharmacy to the South Rim.

  • Bashas'

    Sedona

    Arizona supmarket chain.

  • Craftsteak

    Las Vegas

    This richly wood-laden steakhouse lacks exclusivity, what with all the monorail riders walking by. Celeb chef Tom Colicchio's menu of grass-fed steaks,…

  • Deli in the Pines

    Grand Canyon National Park

    The name is misleading: this isn't a deli, but a small cafeteria; and it's not in the pines, it's attached to Grand Canyon Lodge. But putting that aside,…

  • International Cafe & Saloon

    Northern Nevada

    Inside a former hotel, moved here in pieces from Virginia City in 1863, this rambling local hangout and tourist joint occupies one of Nevada’s oldest…

  • Hecho en Vegas

    Las Vegas

    An offshoot of Tucson's El Charro Cafe, this lofty cantina by the monorail station hosts festive groups with pitchers of margaritas. Handmade tamales,…

  • Knotty Pine Casino

    Southern Nevada

    Old-school joint, with a blonde wood interior and a fun lacquered counter with seats in emerald vinyl. The menu comprises hearty food straight from your…

  • Earl of Sandwich

    Las Vegas

    Penny-pinchers sing the praises of this super-popular deli next to the Planet Hollywood casino, which pops out sandwiches on toasted artisan bread,…

  • Café Belle Madeleine

    Las Vegas

    Quick food options abound in Le Boulevard at Paris shopping arcade. Some of the most authentically Parisian options include fresh-baked croissants, flaky…

  • Yavapai Lodge Restaurant

    Grand Canyon National Park South Rim

    Breakfast buffet ($15) or à la carte; lunch and dinner are barbecue, hot and cold sandwiches and pizza, as well as beer and wine. Place your order on a…

  • Seafood Shack

    Las Vegas

    Beer-battered fish and chips sprinkled with Old Bay spice mix or jumbo-sized pan roasts of shrimp, scallops, clams, mussels and Maine lobster with your…

  • Buffet at Bellagio

    Las Vegas

    Bellagio once competed for honors among Vegas' live-action buffets, but lately it has become second-tier. It's most satisfying at breakfast or lunch. The…

  • Earl's at the Castle

    Arizona

    This turreted mock-castle in Old Bullhead has seen better days, though the home cookin's been going strong since 1970 and the $10 breakfast specials are a…

  • T&D's

    Great Basin National Park

    There's something cozily nostalgic about sitting down to a cold cuts sandwich lunch and a bag of potato chips after a morning hike. T&D's takes it up a…

  • Kim Lee's Sushi & Teriyaki

    Nevada

    Did you know Nevada is one of the only states in the US to offer all-you-can-eat (AYCE) sushi? Well now you do, and Kim Lee's is Carson's best, with a…

  • North Rim General Store

    Grand Canyon National Park

    Fill up water bottles and pick up basic groceries, camping supplies, beer and wine at the General Store, adjacent to the North Rim Campground and just…

  • Socorro Springs Brewing Co

    New Mexico

    Under new ownership, this pub serves 11-in clay-oven pizzas, big calzones, decent pasta dishes, lots of salads and homemade soups. At times, the selection…

  • Ruby’s Inn General Store

    Bryce Canyon National Park

    Sells groceries with a considerable mark-up, plus sundries, clothing and camping supplies. It also has a post office, showers ($6), free wi-fi and…

  • Bright Angel Fountain

    Grand Canyon National Park South Rim

    Hot dogs, pre-made sandwiches and Dryers ice-cream conveniently located a few minutes' walk from Bright Angel Trail. In the morning you can grab coffee,…

  • Aria Patisserie

    Las Vegas

    Aria's casino-floor staple churns out chocoholic truffles, pastries, sweet crepes, sandwiches and housemade gelati, and does espresso to go.

  • Milo's Cellar

    Southern Nevada

    The unassuming Milo's Cellar makes a relaxing spot for tasty sandwiches, salads, soups, gourmet cheese plates and wine flights. There's sidewalk seating…

  • Royal’s Food Town

    Southwestern Utah

    In winter the Torrey market closes so you’ll have to drive 16 miles west of Torrey via Hwy 24 to Royal’s Food Town supermarket.

  • Hermits Rest Snack Bar

    Grand Canyon National Park South Rim

    Inside the attractively rustic Mary Colter–designed Hermits Rest is a human-powered 'vending machine,' with pre-made sandwiches, cookies, ice cream and…

  • Hometown Pizza

    Southern Nevada

    This home-proud pizza joint is open an hour later than its competitors (on the weekends at least). Otherwise things are pretty par for the course.

  • Italian American Social Club

    Las Vegas

    Locals in the know go to this old-fashioned supper club for hearty, home-style Italian cooking in a red-sauce Sopranos setting.

  • Hills & Hollows Country Store

    Southwestern Utah

    Groceries and organic snacks available year-round, though hours may be limited November through February.

  • Yavapai Coffee Shop

    Grand Canyon National Park South Rim

    Small quick-service coffee shop with takeaway bagels, wraps and sandwiches.

  • City Market

    Moab

    Moab's largest grocery store, with salads and sandwiches to go.