Must-see restaurants in The Southwest

  • Roosters 25th Street Brewing Co

    Wasatch Mountains

    Once a house of ill repute, this great old-town building is now an upscale gastro brewpub serving Irreverent IPA as a house draft. There are also gluten…

  • Maxwell's

    Park City

    Eat with the locals at the pizza, pasta and beer joint tucked in a back corner of the stylish outdoor Redstone Mall, north of town. Huge, crispy-crusted …

  • Noble Pie

    Reno

    When hipsters do pizza, this is what it looks like, from the tattooed pizza chefs to the occasional dog-friendly trivia nights. There's a funky vibe, and…

  • Delgadillo's Snow Cap Drive-In

    Arizona

    The Snow Cap is a Route 66 institution. The crazy decor is only the beginning. Wait until you see the menu featuring cheeseburgers with ‘dead chicken.’…

  • Diablo Burger

    Tucson

    This satellite of Flagstaff's popular burger joint does a mean patty of open-range, locally sourced beef. Try the Big Daddy Kane, with sharp cheddar,…

  • Hillsboro General Store Café

    New Mexico

    Housed in Hillsboro's historic general store, this place is a surprise of the best kind. The New Mexican plates feature local chile, free-range locally…

  • Darbi's Cafe

    Arizona

    This might be the most popular restaurant along the Mogollon Rim. It's hard to tell what locals love more: the yummy, stylized American food, or owner…

  • Los Potrillos

    Santa Fe

    This upbeat Mexican restaurant with a hefty menu is another local favorite – choose between shrimp fajitas, chiles en nogada (stuffed with beef, pecans…

  • Grove Cafe & Market

    Albuquerque

    Much more cafe than market, this light, bright EDo (east downtown) bistro is renowned for healthy, all-day organic breakfasts, and does a brisk trade in…

  • Burger Stand at Burro Alley

    Santa Fe

    This hip burger joint and brewery is good for an easy meal in the Old Town – think cheeseburgers with habanero jam, fish and chips with Hatch green chile…

  • 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…

  • Pane Bianco

    Phoenix

    Part of the Pizzeria Bianco empire, Pane is a top spot for an artisan sandwich. Enjoy salads and sandwiches (the housemade mozzarella with wood-roasted…

  • Quesadilla Mobilla

    Moab

    For a quick bite, hit this yellow food truck parked alongside the busy main drag. Many like the simplicity of the 'dirtbag' (a large bean and cheese…

  • Vertical Diner

    Salt Lake City

    If you are not vegan, you might prefer seeking out authentic international eats as opposed to these watered-down versions, but that's not to say Vertical…

  • Loyola's Family Restaurant

    Albuquerque

    Pure Route 66 style, baby. Set a quarter-mile east of Nob Hill, Loyola’s has been serving no-frills New Mexican staples, including some of the best chile…

  • Over the Counter Cafe

    Salt Lake City

    Hugely popular greasy spoon with booth seating and a convivial counter around an open grill. Regulars love the ancient-grains pancakes, blueberry-lemon…

  • 710 Bodega

    Park City

    Don't underestimate the seduction of a deep pour of tempranillo paired with crab-stuffed peppers and lamb lollipops. Small bites are the thing in this new…

  • Milad Persian Bistro

    Santa Fe

    The delicately seasoned kabobs and bountiful salads are made for lingering at this pleasant bistro on Canyon Rd. The cozy patio is particularly well…

  • Bruno's Pizza & Wings

    New Mexico

    This friendly spot across from the train station is one of the only eateries of note in Raton. Pizzas run from standard margheritas to more local options,…

  • 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…

  • El Bruno's

    New Mexico

    The best place to eat for many miles, this riverside restaurant, close to the bridge, serves high-class Mexican specialties from carne asada to steak, and…

  • Bagel Project

    Salt Lake City

    Top-notch bagels are made with old-world care by the owners straight outta Jersey. Chewy, simple, satisfying. It also sells bialys (Polish rolls with…

  • 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,…

  • Beer Belly's

    New Mexico

    This roadside shack just west of town has plenty of chile-smothered everything: smothered burgers, smothered fries, smothered potato skins and delish BBQ…

  • Antiquity

    Albuquerque

    With just 14 tables in an atmosphere of rustic elegance, Antiquity specializes in steak, seafood and fine wine. The desserts list isn't long, but it doesn…

  • Peach City

    Utah

    Brigham City certainly has no shortage of drive-ins and this old-timer gets much-deserved love for its homemade ice cream and shakes made with flavors…

  • Moab Garage Co

    Moab

    Get your 'cryocream' on, ice cream made with liquid nitrogen and tasty flavors such as s'more and salted caramel crunch. This hip cafe also does strong…

  • Windy Ridge Cafe

    Park City

    Escape the Main St mayhem at this out-of-the-way American cafe. There's a long list of salads to choose from, also available as sides, and comfort food…

  • India Spice N Bar

    Arizona

    No trip to London Bridge would be complete without some curry – come to India Spice to catch up on all those Bollywood videos you’ve been missing, paired…

  • Pho Tay Ho

    Salt Lake City

    For steaming bowls of pho garnished with basil, mint and bean sprouts, along with a salty limeade, it's hard to beat this no-frills, bargain restaurant…

  • Blue Buddha Sushi Lounge

    Grand Canyon Region

    Not the best sushi or maki rolls you'll ever have, but this blue-hued, ultra-cool hideaway will hit the spot after a hot and dusty day of exploring…

  • Squatters Pub Brewery

    Salt Lake City

    Come for an Emigration Amber Ale, stay for the blackened catfish salad. In addition to great microbrews, Squatters does a wide range of American casual…

  • Tapas Tree Grill

    New Mexico

    Effortlessly mixing banh mi sandwiches and Thai noodle bowls with crêpes, sweet potato empanadas and, of course, burgers, this lunch spot embodies Silver…

  • Quarry

    Utah

    Vernal's latest brewpub has an extensive menu offering bar munchies such as beer-battered fish and chips, loaded potato skins and Angus steaks. Drinks…

  • Cameron Trading Post Dining Room

    Arizona

    A good place to try the Navajo taco (frybread topped with whole beans, ground beef, green chili and cheese), the Cameron Trading Post Dining Room also…

  • EklectiCafé

    Moab

    Soy-ginger-seaweed scrambled eggs anyone? This wonderfully quirky cafe lives up to its eclectic name with its food choice and decor. Come for organic…

  • Cowboy Grill

    Moab

    Incredible sunset Colorado River views are to be had from the patio or from behind the huge picture windows here. Oh, and the hearty, all-American meat…

  • Enchanted Grounds

    New Mexico

    Downtown Raton is noticeably short on eating options, but you can pick up good sandwiches and coffee at this small cafe, a lively morning meeting place…

  • 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…

  • Shallow Shaft Restaurant

    Wasatch Mountains

    Chef Curtis Kraus uses locally produced ingredients whenever possible on his seasonally changing menu. You might find elk rib-eye, wild sockeye salmon or…

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