Southwestern Utah Restaurants
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1. Hell's Backbone Grill
$$$ | |On the stunning grounds of the Boulder Mountain Lodge and a frequent James Beard Award semifinalist, this remote eatery—its creative, oft-changing menu is inspired by indigenous, Western range, Southwestern, and Mormon pioneer recipes—is worth the 40-mile drive from Torrey or 25-mile drive from Escalante along scenic Highway 12. The amiable chef-owners (and cookbook authors) source many ingredients they use—in dishes like braised beef with kale, tomatoes, and green-chile polenta; and pappardelle with smoked trout and farm veggies—come directly from their own organic farm or one of the area's sustainable purveyors.
20 N. Hwy. 12, Utah, 84716, USA435-335–7464Known For
- Some of the tastiest, freshest food in Utah
- Enchanting covered patio
- Innovative farm-to-bar cocktails
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Rate Includes: Closed late Nov.–mid-Mar. -
2. The Painted Pony
$$$$ | |A charming patio overlooking Ancestor Square with contemporary Southwestern art on the walls provides a romantic setting for enjoying contemporary American fare with an emphasis on seasonal ingredients, many from the owners' private organic garden. Consider sage-smoked quail with a tamarind glaze, followed by a juniper-brined bone-in pork chop with stuffed pears and smoked-tomato relish, and don't pass up the standout sides that include sweet cornbread pudding, truffle potato chips, and Stilton fritters. The white chocolate cheesecake tower is a standout among several excellent desserts.
2 W. St. George Blvd., Utah, 84770, USA435-634–1700Known For
- Knowledgeable servers
- One of the best wine lists in town
- Seasonally changing bread pudding
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Rate Includes: No lunch Sun. -
3. Xetava Gardens Cafe
$$ | |This beautifully designed adobe oasis in the Kayenta Art Village in Ivins, about 10 miles northwest of St. George, offers gracious indoor and outdoor seating, the latter overlooking fragrant high-desert gardens and the surrounding red-rock ramparts. Pronounced zay-tah-vah, the space began as a coffee bar and is still a source of lattes and mochas, but you'll also find an eclectic selection of globally inspired all-day fare, including blue-corn waffles, ham ciabattas, peach-glazed organic chicken, and wild mushroom burgers. Weekend brunch is extremely popular.
815 Coyote Gulch Ct., Utah, 84738, USA435-656–0165Known For
- Steps from several art galleries
- Well-curated beer, wine, and cocktail list
- Croissant bread pudding with caramel sauce
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues. and Wed. No dinner Mon. -
4. Burr Trail Grill
$$ | |Local cowboys still pony up to the back porch for meals at this laid-back restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating overlooking Boulder Mountain and the Aquarius Plateau. The grill serves eclectic contemporary fare like spicy fried chicken sandwiches with coconut-peanut sauce, and seared trout with lemon-herb butter and charred lemon. During the day across the courtyard, Burr Trail Outpost is a funky coffeehouse serving light snacks and showcasing local art, furniture, and crafts.
10 N. Hwy. 12, Utah, 84716, USA435-335–7511Known For
- Cute coffeehouse and art gallery across the courtyard
- Lamb and grass-fed beef burgers
- Chocolate-whiskey pie
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5. Cordwood
$$$ | |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, USA435-648–2555Known For
- Great wine list
- Beef and bison steaks and burgers
- Close to Zion
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6. Hunt & Gather
$$$$ | |Try to snag a table on the tree-shaded semicovered patio at this contemporary upscale bistro on the west edge of downtown—it's especially romantic for enjoying a margarita or a glass of cider from neighboring Etta Place Cider. Run by a husband-and-wife team with extensive experience at some of Salt Lake City's top restaurants, this locavore-minded eatery specializes in creatively prepared dishes focused on both "hunted" (elk filet, duck breast) and "gathered" (wild mushrooms, mountain trout) ingredients.
599 W. Main St., Utah, 84775, USA435-425–3070Known For
- Nightly-changing array of house-made desserts
- Superb charcuterie-and-cheese boards
- Red-rock views from the patio
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues. No lunch -
7. Morty's Cafe
$ | |At this funky, updated downtown take on a burger joint, the brick walls are hung with local art for sale. Creatively topped beef and veggie burgers are offered, plus breakfast burritos, several varieties of quinoa salad, and thick milkshakes. Choose from a long list of toppings and sides, like sauerkraut, sriracha mayo, pineapple relish, and kimchi for your meal.
702 E. St. George Blvd., Utah, 84770, USA435-359–4439Known For
- Breakfast sandwiches and burritos served all day
- Three-bean veggie burgers with chipotle mayo
- Cheesecake milkshakes
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Rate Includes: Closed Sun. -
8. Spotted Dog Café
$$ | |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, USA435-772–0700Known For
- Interesting but accessible wine list
- Lovely patio for alfresco dining
- Much of the produce is grown on site
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Rate Includes: No lunch -
9. Wild Thyme Cafe
$$$ | |Using herbs and produce from the on-site organic garden and sourcing meat and seafood from top-quality purveyors, the kitchen at this contemporary neighborhood bistro serves up delicious Southwestern fare. Fire-grilled Idaho trout and slow-braised, chargrilled cowboy pork ribs with barbecue sauce and an agave-mustard vinaigrette are a couple of house specialties, and there's also a nice selection of bowls featuring sesame tofu, falafel cakes, Jamaican-spiced pork, and other tasty proteins.
198 S. 100 E, Utah, 84741, USA435-644–2848Known For
- Pretty deck with red-rock views
- Outstanding list of creative cocktails
- Flourless dark chocolate cake
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10. Wood Ash Rye
$$$ | |With a white-tile open kitchen, marble tables, and a wood-beam ceiling, this scene-y farm-to-table restaurant and bar in the swanky Advenire Hotel is St. George's destination for people-watching and deftly crafted seasonal cuisine. The sharing-friendly menu changes regularly but always features a selection of cheeses and charcuterie, and typical offerings include grilled octopus with preserved lemon and bone-in prime rib-eye.
25 W. St. George Blvd., Utah, 84770, USA435-522–5020Known For
- Innovative cocktails and mocktails
- Urbane, stylish ambience
- Rotating selection of house-made ice creams and sorbets
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