Must-see restaurants in The Southwest

  • Frontier

    Albuquerque

    This giant cantina that sprawls across several rooms has to be seen to be believed: get in line for enormous buttery cinnamon rolls, smothered enchiladas…

  • NoMad Restaurant

    Las Vegas

    It's as much about the room here as it is about the food – both are thoughtful, rich and ultimately excellent odes to classic American fine dining. The…

  • Ancient Way Café

    New Mexico

    The cozy Ancient Way Café makes for an excellent pit stop along Hwy 53, serving tasty home-cooked American, New Mexican and veggie specialties in simple…

  • La Nueva Casita

    New Mexico

    Bordering the historic El Camino Real de Tierra Adentro in the Mesquite Historic District, this cozy and beloved Mexican restaurant serves made-from…

  • River City Grill

    Arizona

    Chic, funky and gourmet, with a shaded outdoor patio in back, the River City Grill does a good take on bouillabaisse, and scores points with vegetarians…

  • Gold 'n Silver Inn

    Reno

    A Reno institution for more than 50 years, this slightly divey but super-friendly 24-hour diner has a huge menu of home-style American favorites such as…

  • Searsucker Las Vegas

    Las Vegas

    Searsucker is a heavy hitter serving punchy small plates and killer cocktails in casual digs with a cowboy twang on Caesars' gaming floor. There's a daily…

  • Slate at the Museum

    Albuquerque

    Looking for a quick bite in the Old Town? Stop by the Albuquerque Museum for salads, sandwiches, wraps, soups and cupcakes from the much-loved downtown…

  • Grappa

    Park City

    The rambling old home at the top of the historic downtown hill is perfect for a romantic northern-Italian meal. Dine under the soft patio lights in summer…

  • Los Dos Molinos

    Phoenix

    Near the foot of South Mountain in a Spanish Mission–style house is this far-flung outpost of New Mexican cuisine. The menu sticks to the basics – tacos,…

  • Il Piatto

    Santa Fe

    This classy but welcoming Italian place, on one of the sleepier blocks north of the Plaza, is a good spot for a romantic dinner. The light, zestful…

  • Rivea

    Las Vegas

    Atop Delano, Rivea's upscale French-Italian dining from celebrity chef Alain Ducasse, stands on its own, but the real pull here is the classy but casual…

  • Communal

    Wasatch Mountains

    Hipster central, the Saturday brunch at Communal really packs 'em in and you'll soon find out why. Usual suspects on the changing lunch and dinner menu…

  • Chunga's

    Salt Lake City

    In Salt Lake's Latino neighborhood, Chunga's slices authentic Mexico City–style tacos al pastor (spit-cooked marinated pork tacos topped with chopped…

  • Pink House

    Nevada

    You can't miss this pink heritage-listed home, restored in 2015 and furnished in the style of the 1850s. Inside you'll find a cheese shop and charcuterie,…

  • Stripburger

    Las Vegas

    This shiny silver, open-air diner in the round serves up all-natural (hormone free etc) beef, chicken, tuna and veggie burgers, atomic cheese fries, thick…

  • Guava Tree Cafe

    Albuquerque

    Salsa music and Celia Cruz posters give this outpost of Colombian cuisine a healthy shot of pastel-colored soul. Feast on arepas (stuffed corn pockets…

  • Joseph's Bar & Grill

    New Mexico

    Route 66 nostalgia lines the walls of this popular place, family-run since 1956. The bountiful Mexican and American menu ranges from Santa Fe enchiladas…

  • Farm Provisions

    Arizona

    Charred cauliflower with red-pepper hummus, smoked chili tacos drizzled with cilantro aioli, and grilled portobello and asparagus are just some of the…

  • Da Boyz Italian Cuisine

    Arizona

    This popular downtown Italian eatery with big burgundy booths works well for a variety of travelers: solos, couples and girlfriends on getaways. It's also…

  • IDK BBQ

    Southwestern Utah

    It began as a food truck and has morphed into a roadside eatery specializing in beef brisket, pulled pork and rib tips. The barbecue here won't knock your…

  • Mazza

    Salt Lake City

    In an inviting space with warm tones and copper highlights, this local favorite consistently delivers well-known fare like kebabs, shawarma and hummus…

  • Seasons Rotisserie & Grill

    Albuquerque

    With bright-yellow walls, high ceilings, fresh flowers and a creative menu, this contemporary restaurant provides welcome relief from the usual Old Town…

  • NM Café

    Las Vegas

    At this contemporary cafe with outdoor terrace tables hanging above the Strip, the menu of lighter fare is designed for department-store shoppers, with…

  • Geronimo

    Santa Fe

    Housed in a 1756 adobe, Geronimo is among the finest and most romantic restaurants in town. Highlights on the short but diverse menu include honey-grilled…

  • Orlando's

    Taos

    Renowned for serving what’s hands-down the best New Mexican food in Taos – be sure to try the blue-corn chicken enchiladas – this inconspicuous little…

  • Grand Lux Café

    Las Vegas

    The crowd-pleasing Grand Lux features ornate Italianate decor and decent renditions of American comfort food plus dishes from around the globe. Family…

  • Slacker's Burger Joint

    Southwestern Utah

    Order an old-fashioned burger (beef, chicken, pastrami or veggie), hand-cut fries (the sweet-potato version is delish) and thick milkshake (in a rainbow…

  • Good Karma

    Park City

    Whenever possible, local and organic ingredients are used in the Indo-Persian meals at Good Karma. Start the day with Punjabi eggs and dine on curries and…

  • Flower Child

    Phoenix

    It may be a chain, but it’s healthy, inexpensive and so, so good – veg out on salads, ancient grain bowls, pho and delectable small plates, plus kombucha…

  • From Scratch

    Salt Lake City

    A casual eatery focusing on fresh and fast, with bubbly-crust wood-fired pizzas taking center stage. The scratch burger with shoestring onions served on a…

  • Virgil's Real BBQ

    Las Vegas

    If you've never tried real-deal Southern cooking, and you're not shy of chunks of mouthwatering smoky meats, baby back ribs, cheesy grits and sugary…

  • Michael Mina

    Las Vegas

    An adventurous menu of ocean catch such as phyllo-crusted sole and Maine lobster pot pie with truffle cream. The overall experience often measures up to…

  • Genaro's Cafe

    New Mexico

    Smart New Mexican restaurant, three blocks from Route 66, serving a good range of dishes alongside bowls of posole and chile. If you like it hot, you'll…

  • Il Vicino Pizzeria

    Albuquerque

    Line up at the counter to order simple Italian meals such as wood-fired pizza, salads and pasta, but don’t forget the real star attraction – spectacular,…

  • Spirit Winds Coffee Bar

    New Mexico

    Join the university crowd for excellent cappuccinos and gourmet tea, plus good sandwiches, salads, soups and pastries. A gift and card shop and occasional…

  • Molly Green's

    Wasatch Mountains

    For après-ski drinks and pub grub, you gotta go to the A-frame right on the hill. Molly Green’s has a roaring fire, a gregarious old-school vibe and great…

  • LVB Burgers & Bar

    Las Vegas

    Mirage's burger joint offers modern twists on humble hamburgers and classic comfort food, including a duck burger stuffed with Muenster cheese with…

  • Rooftop Pizzeria

    Santa Fe

    Up on the 3rd floor of the Santa Fe Arcade, the namesake terrace isn't the only attraction at this gourmet pizzeria – think blue-corn crusts that are thin…

  • Essence

    Phoenix

    Look for French toast and egg dishes at breakfast, and salads, gourmet sandwiches and a few Mediterranean specialties at lunch. The eco-minded cafe…

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