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But for a smattering of colorful papel picado (cut paper) flags strung along the ceiling and some neon Mexican beer signs, this unassuming eatery on the east side of Torrey lacks much in the way of ambience. The plates brimming with vibrant sauces, fresh vegetables, and tender steak, chicken, and seafood, however, hint at why this relatively new Mexican restaurant has such a passionate following. Service is friendly and knowledgeable, too.
12 Sand Creek Rd., Utah, 84775, USA
Known For
- Mexican Jarritos-brand soft drinks and both local and Mexican beers
- Filling breakfast fare
- Sautéed octopus and shrimp tacos
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Stop by this cheerful coffeehouse with hanging plants and several tables on a spacious side patio to fuel up before your big park adventure or to grab some healthy sustenance for later. Hearty acai and miso-quinoa bowls, toast with goat cheese and fresh strawberries, bagels with the requisite schmears, breakfast burritos, and house-made granola are among the tasty offerings. There's also a nice selection of camp mugs, travel tumblers, and coffee-related gifts.
932 Zion Park Blvd., Springdale, Utah, 84767, USA
Known For
- Opens at 6 am daily
- Potent house-made cold brew
- Delicious smoothies
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner
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This warm and inviting log cabin–style restaurant—operated by a popular tour operator that also runs a camp store and cabin and camping compound—is a great place to sit back and relax after a day of hiking, fly-fishing, or road-tripping. Try one of the creatively topped pizzas, a veggie sandwich, or an apple-pecan-arugula salad, or drop in for a well-crafted (Fair Trade) coffee and a light breakfast to kick off the day.
310 W. Main St., Utah, 84726, USA
Known For
- Excellent craft beer selection
- Friendly crowd
- Fine coffees, quiches, and pastries in the morning
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Wed. and Dec.–Feb.
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This hip sidewalk café and bakery on the ground floor of a downtown St. George apartment building is a pleasing option for both decadent sweets—think passionfruit-coconut–glazed doughnuts and blood-orange tarts—and filling sandwiches on crusty house-baked breads. Notable drink options include brown sugar–cinnamon lattes and high-octane cold brews.
18 S. 200 W, Utah, 84770, USA
Known For
- Sensational doughnuts and pastries
- Shaded sidewalk seating
- Hearty sandwiches and pizzas
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues. No dinner
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On the stunning grounds of the Boulder Mountain Lodge and a frequent James Beard Award semifinalist, this remote eatery—its creative, oft-changing menu is inspired by indigenous, Western range, Southwestern, and Mormon pioneer recipes—is worth the 40-mile drive from Torrey or 25-mile drive from Escalante along scenic Highway 12. The amiable chef-owners (and cookbook authors) source many ingredients they use—in dishes like braised beef with kale, tomatoes, and green-chile polenta; and pappardelle with smoked trout and farm veggies—come directly from their own organic farm or one of the area's sustainable purveyors.
20 N. Hwy. 12, Utah, 84716, USA
Known For
- Some of the tastiest, freshest food in Utah
- Enchanting covered patio
- Innovative farm-to-bar cocktails
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed late Nov.–mid-Mar.
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This fun stop along scenic Highway 12, 13 miles east of Escalante, was constructed by the late artist and inventor Bradshaw Bowman, who began building it when he was in his eighties and spent two years finding and transporting the 13 Douglas-fir logs surrounding the structure. The distinctive eatery with amazing views serves a daily-changing array of made-from-scratch soups, bagel sandwiches, tamales, oatmeal pancakes, salads, and decadent desserts, plus exceptional coffee and espresso drinks. Open from March through October, the café also rents two overnight accommodations in a nearby cabin.
Hwy. 12, Utah, 84726, USA
Known For
- Breathtaking canyon views
- Creative, farm-to-table breakfast and lunch fare
- Sticky date pudding, apple crumb pie, and other treats
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues. and Nov.–Feb. No dinner
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This tiny takeout patisserie in the center of downtown is a favorite stop for lattes and cold brew; crepes and salads; heartier dinner specials (salmon, filet mignon, ratatouille); and ethereal pastries and sweets, including a rotating selection of chocolate, berry, lemon, and seasonal tarts. Although primarily a to-go option that's perfect for stocking up before a hiking or biking adventure, in warm weather, you can also dine on the cute patio out front.
5 N. Main St., Utah, 84720, USA
Known For
- Picnic supplies to enjoy before a show at the nearby Utah Shakespeare Festival
- Scrambled-egg breakfast croissants with ham, bacon, Gruyère, or smoked salmon
- Colorful macarons
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Drop by this airy, contemporary, downtown coffeehouse—which adjoins a yoga studio that offers a wide range of classes—for the best espresso drinks in town, including bourbon barrel–aged cold brew and crème brûlée cappuccinos. There's also an extensive menu of flavored lemonades and fresh-squeezed juices, plus tasty breakfast items like blackberry parfait and chai oatmeal.
67 W. Center St., Utah, 84720, USA
Known For
- Outstanding, locally roasted coffee beans
- Yoga and pilates classes
- Healthy breakfast fare and salads
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Edison bulbs, timber walls, local landscape photos, and actual stacked cords of wood impart a rustic-elegant ambience at this casually upscale restaurant just 4 miles beyond Zion National Park's eastern entrance, at Zion Mountain Ranch. Bison, beef, and lamb raised on Utah and Colorado ranches form the backbone of a contemporary American menu that also always features at least one vegetarian option and usually trout or salmon as well. It's a 15-minute drive from Orderville itself but a convenient and inviting stop for breakfast, lunch, or dinner when traveling to or from the park.
9065 W. Hwy. 9, Utah, 84755, USA
Known For
- Great wine list
- Beef and bison steaks and burgers
- Close to Zion
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From the Western-style interior and creaky floors to the smoker out back, this rustic café has an aura of Texan authenticity—there are cowboy collectibles and game trophies lining the walls. No surprise that barbecue is the specialty here, and the restaurant has its own house-made sauce, with ample portions of favorites, such as ribs, mesquite-flavored beef, and pulled pork, along with lighter sandwiches and salads.
80 N. Main St., Panguitch, Utah, 84759, USA
Known For
- German sausage platter
- Prodigious steaks
- Delicious desserts, including fruit cobbler and pies
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and late Nov.–mid-Mar.
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Head to this local chainlet's light-filled, high-ceilinged east side location—near the Virgin River bike and jogging trail—for well-crafted coffees, teas, and lemonades as well as an assortment of tasty, generally healthy, dishes. Start the day with some BLT avocado toast or a turmeric-tofu scramble, and for lunch, try the harvest berry salad. Additional locations are in Ancestor Square and Springdale.
558 E. Riverside Dr., Utah, 84790, USA
Known For
- Lots of vegan options
- Thai, matcha, and other sweet tea lattes
- Fresh-baked desserts
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner
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A reliable standby for tasty Mexican-American fare since 1993, this humble spot serves affordable, no-nonsense food that can be quite spicy if requested. Specialties include pork tortas, massive burritos smothered in red or green sauce, and shrimp enchiladas. There's a good kids' menu, too.
95 W. 700 S, Utah, 84770, USA
Known For
- Steak chilaquiles at breakfast
- Chicken mole poblano
- Mexican soft drinks and juices
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon.
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This colorful storefront eatery in historic downtown Hurricane pours one of the region's best cups of coffee, a fine prelude or follow-up to the salads, sandwiches, hearty omelets, homemade soups, flavorful pastas, and generous hamburgers on the menu. If you have the time, linger outside on the shaded patio and watch the hummingbirds.
138 S. Main St., Utah, 84737, USA
Known For
- Handy location for trips east toward Zion National Park
- Pretty outdoor seating area
- Big portions
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
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At this funky, updated downtown take on a burger joint, the brick walls are hung with local art for sale. Creatively topped beef and veggie burgers are offered, plus breakfast burritos, several varieties of quinoa salad, and thick milkshakes. Choose from a long list of toppings and sides, like sauerkraut, sriracha mayo, pineapple relish, and kimchi for your meal.
702 E. St. George Blvd., Utah, 84770, USA
Known For
- Breakfast sandwiches and burritos served all day
- Three-bean veggie burgers with chipotle mayo
- Cheesecake milkshakes
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
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Prepare for an active day with a filling breakfast, or reward yourself after a long hike with lunch or dinner at this welcoming Southwestern café with a big, inviting patio offering stunning mountain views. The pork verde breakfast burrito and huevos rancheros are hearty and delicious, and excellent lunch and dinner options include flame-broiled garlic burgers topped with provolone cheese and shrimp tacos with a creamy lime sauce.
948 Zion Park Blvd., Springdale, Utah, 84767, USA
Known For
- Blue-corn nachos with cheese and guacamole
- Creative burgers
- Large heated patio
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Notable for its big patio with fantastic views into the park and for one of the better selections of vegan and vegetarian dishes in town, this funky little café decorated with colorful artwork serves plenty of tasty meat and egg dishes, too. The grilled ham Benedict has plenty of fans, as do buffalo burgers with Havarti cheese and apple-pear-berry salads with organic greens, feta, and walnuts.
1880 Zion Park Blvd., Springdale, Utah, 84767, USA
Known For
- Breakfast served all day
- Full slate of espresso drinks and smoothies
- Ice cream sundaes and banana splits
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner
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This inviting, art-filled restaurant at The Flagstone inn has one of the only all-vegetarian menus in southern Utah, but even avowed carnivores have been known to rave about the green chile–and–Swiss cheese Impossible burgers and the inventive pizzas—including the "hot mess," with vegan Italian sausage, chèvre, shishito and serrano peppers, and a bourbon sauce. There's an impressive selection of craft beers and ciders.
233 W. Center St., Utah, 84741, USA
Known For
- Large patio with sandstone tables
- Impossible burgers and meatballs
- Salted-caramel crunch cake for dessert
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon.
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What you could easily mistake for a classic diner with its black-and-white-checkered floor and green-vinyl seats is actually one of the few restaurants in the state specializing in boldly flavored cuisine of the Andes. At this friendly café across from the downtown Hurricane's civic park, enjoy classics like grilled rotisserie chicken with Peruvian spices and chilies, Venezuelan arepas stuffed with shredded beef, and fried rice with seasoned ham, eggs, and vegetables. Alcohol isn't served, but there is a selection of seasonal fruit juices.
68 W. State St., Utah, 84737, USA
Known For
- Cheerful setting and staff
- Arroz con leche
- Shrimp-and-fish ceviche
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
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As the name suggests, this airy contemporary restaurant is a meat-lover's paradise. Starting with tri-tip eggs Benedict and chicken and waffles at breakfast, pulled-pork sandwiches, carne asada nachos, and bacon-mushroom-cheddar burgers follow. You'll find a few shrimp options, including a po'boy sandwich, and some veggie dishes like spicy cauliflower tacos. No alcohol is served. There's a branch in St. George, too.
565 S. Main St., Utah, 84720, USA
Known For
- Mammoth portions of meat-centric fare
- Smoked baby back ribs on weekends
- The chicken bomb (a jalapeño stuffed with cream cheese and sausage and wrapped in chicken and bacon)
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon.
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At this upscale, light-filled restaurant with an eclectic menu that's rich on fresh pastas and creative meat and seafood dishes, the staff makes you feel right at home even if you saunter in wearing hiking shoes. The exposed wood beams and large windows that frame the surrounding trees and rock cliffs set a Western mood, with tablecloths and original artwork supplying a dash of refinement. Note that October through May, the restaurant isn't usually open for breakfast—check first.
428 Zion Park Blvd., Springdale, Utah, 84767, USA
Known For
- Interesting but accessible wine list
- Lovely patio for alfresco dining
- Much of the produce is grown on site
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch
