St George
A friendly islander from Oʻahu serves a tantalizing variety of fresh poke here, including the popular furikake ahi. Bowls are prepared with shredded…
Must-see restaurants in Utah
Springdale
One of the more inventive top-end dining choices in Springdale, the Spotted Dog has a seasonal menu with a focus on regional specialties. Expect…
Springdale
The old gas-station building isn't much to look at, but deep shade and fresh tastes abound: think gorgeous chiles rellenos (stuffed poblano chilies) and…
Kanab
Southwestern comfort food such as pistachio chicken in poblano cream is undeniably flavorful but the service comes across as a bit too formal for laid…
Salt Lake City
While no minors are allowed in this divey pub, it's worth a trip for Salt Lake's best burgers. Yes, these misshapen patties with generous toppings, gooey…
Salt Lake City
An intimate, food-first experience. Enter the tiny house in the Avenues to a handful of tables around an open grill. The owner is seating guests and…
Wasatch Mountains
A frequent winner of Utah's 'Best in State' award for its fine European-style cuisine. The dining room (open to nonguests) is worth the reservation you…
Moab
The North Carolina–style barbecue prepared out of this roadside food trailer is the bomb. Pit-cooked meats such as brisket, pork ribs and smoked sausage…
Utah
This craft brewery and gastropub has become a local favorite. There are more than a dozen house brews on tap, including a popular peach-infused wheat ale…
Wasatch Mountains
One of northern Utah's best restaurants looks like a saloon from an old Western. The all-American Southwest-style menu features gorgeous salads, blue…
Salt Lake City
Shelves stacked high with top-notch spirits invite you to belly up to the counter and try one of the innovative cocktails mixed here. The trendy downtown…
Wasatch Mountains
A great alternative to resort eating and drinking is this classic mountain-lodge roadhouse. Creative comfort food such as the signature pepper steak is…
Salt Lake City
Earthy and interesting, with regularly changing mains like Utah red trout or pork belly with butternut tots. Dine at the few sidewalk tables and you'll…
Salt Lake City
Get ready for a treat. Chef Wilmer from Trujillo cooks up Peru's best dishes, including ceviche (fish marinated in lime), yucca fries and causas (seasoned…
Kanab
Sometimes it feels like all of Kanab is stuffed into this busy, family-run restaurant with swift service and XL portions. Start with the complimentary…
Park City
An Australian-owned cafe that whips out some of the finest breakfast fare in town, such as eggs Benedict topped with spicy pulled pork, Moroccan-style…
Springdale
The food is every bit as good as the free-trade coffee. Try the Mediterranean hummus wrap or giant vegetable frittata; there is pizza and salads, too. It…
Utah
In the evening, upscale Jack's fills with Utah hipsters drinking craft beer with exotic thin-crust pizzas that might include house-pickled jalapeños or…
St George
This little restaurant is run by Pakistani batik artist Shazad Sheikh and his wife, Rabia. You'll find chicken tikka masala, daal chana, naan and other…
Wasatch Mountains
If you like your steak hand-cut and served with smoked sea salt and twice-baked potatoes, this on-mountain restaurant calls your name. With cozy leather…
Bit & Spur Restaurant & Saloon
Springdale
Sweet-potato tamales and chili-rubbed rib-eyes are two of the classics at this local institution. Inside, the walls are wild with local art; outside on…
Park City
From smoked bone marrow with sweetened garlic cream to tomato-and-corn gazpacho and risotto with battered black trumpets and wild arugula, this is farm-to…
Salt Lake City
The best of a number of surprisingly good sushi restaurants here in landlocked Salt Lake, and often packed. Even LA restaurant snobs rave about the…
Utah
For baked goods that border on ecstasy, Crumb Brothers Artisan Bakery delivers. It also makes gorgeous, crusty organic breads on-site. If you're in town…
St George
We'd drive much further than 8 miles for the organic locavore fare served here in a stunning red-rock setting. Expect small plates (mahi cake), salads,…
Kanab
French- and Italian-inspired fare such as sea-scallop risotto and braised short-rib stew are served in a casual bistro setting with an open kitchen. Save…
Wasatch Mountains
Mid-mountain, try Collin’s Grill for homemade artisanal soups and breads (make reservations), natural meats that are regionally sourced and grilled Utah…
Kanab
Fresh ingredients star in dishes like hand-cut buffalo tenderloin and curry with mixed veggies and quinoa. Local artwork is on display in a gallery…
Springdale
Sharing a space with a souvenir shop, this one-counter wonder turns out good sandwiches (including boxed lunches for the park), breakfasts, chocolates and…
Park City
A favorite local hangout and the best of the town brewpubs, as far as food goes. We love the Asiago, cheddar and Havarti mac-and-cheese. Breakfast is…
Springdale
For a coffee and sweet crêpes, make MeMe's Cafe your first stop of the day. It also serves salads, savory crêpes, burgers, brats and vegan meatloaf.
Southeastern Utah
Salad, steak and beans are big on the menu at this Wild West venue with an outdoor grill. For small appetites, it's worth splitting a plate.
Southwestern Utah
Get your butterscotch malts and three-egg omelets at this button-cute 1950s diner and ice-cream parlor, next to a motorcycle shop.
Park City
We can't decide if it's the creative, hearty Western dishes or the perfect, out-of-the-way mountain-base location that hooked us. Either way, we love…
Bryce Canyon National Park
A big BBQ dinner here comes with a kitschy but good-natured evening of country and western music (drinks not included). Options include salmon, steak,…
Bryce Canyon National Park
This supercute diner is classic Utah, with waitstaff that dote, Naugahyde booths and even a crackling fire on cold days. Expect hearty plates of meat and…
Wasatch Mountains
The deck out back provides a lovely view of Heber Valley's green pastures and surrounding mountains. Locally sourced ingredients make all the difference…
Southwestern Utah
Coffee shop and lodging open year-round, making it a great option when many of the area's businesses close for the winter. A very welcoming place serving…
Wasatch Mountains
The changing menu at this small restaurant with outdoor seating features mostly locally sourced organic ingredients, along with craft cocktails and local…
