Must-see restaurants in The Southwest

  • Bavette's

    Las Vegas

    The Vegas version of a Chicago institution, Bavette's is a gorgeous, retro love letter to the classic steakhouse. Deep leather banquettes, art deco murals…

  • Green Jeans Farmery

    Albuquerque

    Built from converted shipping containers, this hip community hangout features a number of great casual eateries as well as a distillery and the jumpin'…

  • Local Juicery

    Sedona

    This contemporary spot in West Sedona offers salads, quinoa bowls and tantalizing cold-pressed juices to cure what ails you. Try the Super Human (with…

  • Sparky's Burgers

    New Mexico

    Drop by for what might be the best green chile cheeseburger in the state, served with casual pride. Lots of locals actually order the BBQ – after you…

  • Chope's Bar & Cafe

    New Mexico

    Worth every second of the 15-mile drive south of town, Chope's may not be much to look at, but the hot chile will turn you into an addict within minutes…

  • Blazin' M Ranch

    Arizona

    Near Dead Horse Ranch State Park, here you can yee-haw with the rest of them at chuckwagon suppers – in the dinner barn – paired with rootin' tootin'…

  • Wild River Grille

    Reno

    At the Wild River Grille you'll love the smart-casual dining and the varied menu of creative cuisine, from the Gruyère croquettes to the lobster ravioli,…

  • Magnolia's Street Food

    Southwestern Utah

    Magnolia's rolls filling farm-to-table burritos inside an old Blue Bird school bus. Among the more popular menu items are the vegetarian, breakfast and…

  • Capital Grille

    Las Vegas

    What sets this upscale chain steakhouse apart is hand-cut, dry-aged beef, carved chops and cracking seafood. For a power lunch, fork into a Maine lobster…

  • Coffeebar

    Reno

    Whichever wave of coffee we're on now, this place is it. Any kind of hot (or iced) beverage you can dream up is available here, as are huge croissants and…

  • Ping Pang Pong

    Las Vegas

    Asian package tourists and Chinatown locals vote with their feet, and it's always crowded here. Designed by chef Kevin Wu, a wok-tossed menu ranges across…

  • Reilly Craft Pizza & Drink

    Tucson

    This gourmet pizza and wine bar has big ideas and mostly manages to deliver on them. Housed in a former funeral parlour (note the chapel-like arches in…

  • Gutiz

    Taos

    This yummy New Mexican–French–Cajun hybrid makes most everything from scratch, using organic seasonal produce. Breakfast, served until closing, is the…

  • Il Fornaio Bakery & Cafe

    Las Vegas

    Take a bite of wood-fired pizza, pasta and salad at this classic Italian joint. House specialties include lasagna layered with porcini mushrooms;…

  • State Capital Kitchen

    Santa Fe

    Small plates and seasonal cuisine make this gourmet destination something of an anomaly in Santa Fe. You won't find much chile on the menu – instead…

  • Tableau

    Las Vegas

    Inside Wynn's all-suites tower, this sunny pool-view breakfast and lunch bistro is outfitted with fresh and funky floral prints and crisp white linens…

  • Duke's Slickrock Grill

    Southwestern Utah

    If you're entering Capitol Reef from the east, take a lunch break at the friendliest cowboy grill this side of the swell. Specializing in smoked meats,…

  • Purple Onion

    New Mexico

    One of the few inhabitants of the virtual ghost town of Mogollon, the Purple Onion claims to serve the best burger in New Mexico. We’re not sure if it’s…

  • River Grill

    Moab

    For romance, it's hard to beat the wraparound veranda overlooking red-rock canyons outside Moab. Dine on heirloom tomato soup, wedge salad and herb…

  • Chart House

    Las Vegas

    This high-end chain eatery is anchored by a stunning 75,000-gallon aquarium and serves a variety of aquatic delights from Alaskan halibut, king crab and…

  • Wildflower Bread Company

    Sedona

    The line seems to be perpetually out the door at this Arizona chain, easily Sedona's best choice for an inexpensive meal at any time of day. Buffalo…

  • Wonderful House

    New Mexico

    The dynamic young staff here, on the main highway next to the Step Back Inn, work hard to live up to its far-from-bashful name, serving quick-fire…

  • Kiva Koffeehouse

    Southwestern Utah

    Just past the Aquarius Plateau, you reach this singular coffeehouse whose round structure was built directly into the cliffside. Floor-to-ceiling glass…

  • Bright Angel Bicycles & Cafe at Mather Point

    Grand Canyon National Park South Rim

    Grab-and-go sandwiches, wraps, salads, snacks and coffee drinks from the bike-shop cafe – the best spot to pick up a last-minute lunch to throw in your…

  • Bobby's Burger Palace

    Las Vegas

    Hey, it's no palace, but it's Bobby Flay and meals are half the price of other star chefs' burger joints on the Strip. Get the Napa Valley Burger topped…

  • Eataly

    Las Vegas

    The last Vegas bastion of disgraced celebrity chef Mario Batali, Eataly earns its spot here, with some of the city's most authentic, affordable pasta,…

  • Shabu

    Park City

    Hip, inventive Asian small plates, including addictive firecracker shrimp, warming ramen and namesake shabu shabu (a hot pot of flavorful broth with meat…

  • Karma Sushi Bar

    Flagstaff

    A slick sushi bar with low lights and black lacquer, Karma is known for its tasty, reasonably priced rolls – try the Lucy, a signature concoction of…

  • Charlie's Southern BBQ

    Southwestern Utah

    Don't be fooled by the cookie-cutter shopping plaza setting. There's a huge meat smoker outside, rolls of paper towels on the tables and sticky barbecue…

  • Teresa's Tamales

    New Mexico

    A tiny cinder-block building with a wood stove and votive candles in the corner. Come to this community hub for some of the best tamales ($2 to $4) in the…

  • Forscher German Bakery

    Southwestern Utah

    Break your driving fast with fresh pastries, sandwiches on the bakery's signature sourdough, or you might try the grilled bratwurst. This modern German…

  • Red Rock Grill

    Zion National Park

    Settle into your replica log chair or relax on the big deck with magnificent canyon views. Though the dinner menu touts its sustainable-cuisine stance for…

  • Pie-O-Neer Café

    New Mexico

    Step up to the pie bar to peruse the many different slices on offer. Trust us, it will be very hard to make up your mind. If you're particular, call ahead…

  • Nana's Sandwich Shoppe

    Arizona

    Order at the counter of this busy sandwich shop in the heart of Wickenburg. The God-fearing folks here load ’em up right, from the Mustang (hot pastrami,…

  • Burger Stand at Taos Ale House

    Taos

    Much like the Santa Fe branch, this hip burger joint is a popular pick for an easy, decent meal – think burgers with applewood-smoked bacon, and Gouda,…

  • Red Onion

    Arizona

    This diner in Havasu's 'uptown district' is great for breakfast – omelets such as the Sonoran (chorizo, olives, red onion, mushrooms and cheddar) deliver…

  • Churchill

    Phoenix

    Repurposed shipping containers set the scene for this outdoor food hall and hangout space. Get in line at one of the food truck–style eateries …

  • Spice Market Buffet

    Las Vegas

    Middle Eastern, Asian, Italian and Mexican fare are thrown into the global mix at this jewel of a buffet, a throwback to the original Aladdin resort…

  • Del's Restaurant

    New Mexico

    Serves hearty American and Mexican dishes for lunch and dinner; a salad-bar trip is included with American entrees, and chips and salsa with the Mexican…

  • Passion Pie Cafe

    New Mexico

    Watch T or C get its morning groove on through the windows of this espresso cafe, and set yourself up with a breakfast waffle; the Elvis (with peanut…

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