Must-see restaurants in Southwestern Utah

  • IDK BBQ

    Southwestern Utah

    It began as a food truck and has morphed into a roadside eatery specializing in beef brisket, pulled pork and rib tips. The barbecue here won't knock your…

  • Slacker's Burger Joint

    Southwestern Utah

    Order an old-fashioned burger (beef, chicken, pastrami or veggie), hand-cut fries (the sweet-potato version is delish) and thick milkshake (in a rainbow…

  • Bhindas Curry Pizza Palace

    Southwestern Utah

    High-school memorabilia and local news clippings cover the walls at this popular Indian-owned pizza joint known for zesty specialty pies made on naan…

  • Park House Cafe

    Springdale

    Wake up as late as you like: Park House Cafe serves its Asiago bagel with egg and avocado – along with organic coffee and other breakfast items – until…

  • Riggatti's Wood Fired Pizza

    St George

    With a fanatical local following, this tiny pizzeria is a boon for travelers searching for thin-crust pizzas with bubbling mozzarella and pesto. Grab one…

  • Fusion House

    Kanab

    Casual Asian fusion – think Japanese-style chicken katsu curry, coconut shrimp, udon noodle soups, and fried rice with spinach and pine nuts – served in a…

  • Rusty's Ranch House

    Southwestern Utah

    On Hwy 14, 3 miles east of town, this steakhouse certainly has one of the the nicest locations in Cedar City. Expect moose and bison heads on the wall and…

  • Circle D Eatery

    Southwestern Utah

    Has attentive service and satisfying burgers using local beef on fresh sesame or cheese buns, served with shoestring fries. Smoked meats are a specialty,…

  • Twenty-Five on Main

    St George

    A hip, modern cafe with sidewalk tables. Homemade cupcakes are not all it does well – check out the chicken pomodoro panini, the warm salmon salad and the…

  • Benja Thai & Sushi

    St George

    The pan-Asian menu here is certainly more diverse than most offerings in St George. Eclectic specialty rolls share a menu with pad Thai, teriyaki chicken…

  • Bear Paw Cafe

    St George

    This homey cafe is St George's most popular breakfast spot, with patrons waiting curbside even in low season. Try a half-order if your appetite isn't…

  • Rim Rock Patio

    Southwestern Utah

    The best place in Torrey to drink beer also serves up good pizzas, salads, barbecue sandwiches and ice cream. Families and friends play darts or disc golf…

  • Mountain Bistro

    Southwestern Utah

    At the Mountain View Lodge in Parowan, this authentic Chinese restaurant does surprisingly tasty dishes such as sesame beef, mandarin pork and a variety…

  • Houston's Trail's End Restaurant

    Kanab

    Join the locals for chicken-fried steak and razzleberry pie – you know the food must be good if they'll frequent a place where the waiters wear cowboy…

  • Pizza Place

    Southwestern Utah

    Think wood-fired flatbread piled high with fresh ingredients. When locals eat out, they come to this family-owned joint with the pulse of Tropic. Hours…

  • Castle Dome Café

    Zion National Park

    This counter-service cafe serves sandwiches, pizza, breakfast snacks and ice cream. A beer garden serving local suds is located on the patio from May…

  • Hatch Station Restaurant

    Southwestern Utah

    Known primarily for its rib-eye steak and BBQ ribs. Next door, there's a convenience store selling used cowboy boots (perfect if you lack the patience to…

  • Cliffside Restaurant

    St George

    It's all about the view at this restaurant overlooking the St George valley and beyond. The patio area makes the ideal spot for wining and dining at…

  • Milt's Stage Stop

    Southwestern Utah

    A Western steak and seafood house in a rustic red-rock setting, 5 miles east of town. Milt's is very popular with locals for special occasions.

  • Capitol Reef Cafe

    Southwestern Utah

    Whenever possible, this cozy cafe uses local and organic ingredients in its vegetable-heavy dishes. Area trout and locally made pies are a hit.

  • Rim Rock Restaurant

    Southwestern Utah

    Grilled steaks, pasta and fish come with a million-dollar view of red-rock cliffs. Arrive before sunset for the best show. There's a full bar.

  • Henrie's Drive-in

    Southwestern Utah

    Craving a deliciously greasy burger and fries? Look no further than the 'chubby cheese' and don't forget the strawberry milkshake.

  • Anasazi Steakhouse

    St George

    Grill your grass-fed beef (or shrimp or portabello mushroom…) yourself on a hot volcanic rock.

  • Thai Sapa

    Springdale

    This mix of Thai, Chinese and Indian cuisine is the best Asian-cuisine option in town.

  • Best Western Ruby’s Inn

    Bryce Canyon National Park

    Ruby’s operates two restaurants: a full-service dining room and buffet off the hotel lobby, and an economical diner that serves pizza, burgers and fried…

  • Cowboy Ranch House

    Bryce Canyon National Park

    Part of Bryce Canyon Resort, this is a decent spot to grab a bite. Expect classic Americana fare like flame-grilled steaks, trout and burgers, with some…

  • Zion Pizza & Noodle

    Springdale

    No need to reinvent the wheel here – the can't-lose combo of pizza and pasta remains Zion's go-to choice for families. Specialty pizzas tend toward the…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • Rustler's

    Southwestern Utah

    A full-service American restaurant with outdoor deck seating. Portions are large though not very memorable. Beer and wine are available.

  • Twisted Noodle

    St George

    For a quick bite that isn't a burger, try this restaurant with salads or quinoa and noodle bowls tucked within a modern plaza.

  • Cowboy's Smokehouse BBQ

    Southwestern Utah

    Sweet staff serve steaks and pork ribs with housemade sauce, but the food quality can be erratic. Portions are generous.

  • Luo's Chinese Restaurant

    Kanab

    For a departure from Southwestern cuisine, go here for surprisingly good Chinese food; great vegetable selection.

  • Jakey Leighs

    Kanab

    A quick fix for breakfast with menu items such as freshly made bagels and baked goods.

  • Clarke's Country Market

    Southwestern Utah

    Tropic's only grocery store has a deli sandwich counter and homemade baked goods.

  • 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…

  • 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.

  • Hills & Hollows Country Store

    Southwestern Utah

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