Diners' Choice: Best Food restaurants in Southwest Utah

OpenTable

Updated May 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall cuisine in Southwest Utah? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Pig’s Ear American Bistro

4.8

4.8 (396)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Hurricane

About the restaurant

Pig's Ear American Bistro in a modern casual dining restaurant catering to the most demanding appetites in Hurricane, Utah. Come for the great food, drinks and desserts, and stay for the warm, inviting 'second home' atmosphere you'll love from the start.

Top review

LauraVIP

Dined 6 days ago

We love coming here as much as possible. Not many good restaurants in the area. We always recommend Shelby as he is our favorite server and very attentive and quite frequently remembers how we like our food. I can say not many servers are like him at any restaurant. Thank you Shelby for always being the best.

Painted Pony

4.8

4.8 (3223)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

St. George

About the restaurant

A culinary island in Southern Utah, the Painted Pony brings a touch of class--and intriguing flavors--to St. George. The restaurant, tucked away in Ancestor Square, is exceptionally clean and cozy, with contemporary art, fresh flowers, and -- in the evening -- a top notch romantic atmosphere with subdued lighting and patio dining.

If your surroundings don't clue you in, your first glance at the menu will. Painted Pony is not your standard fare. Contemporary American cuisine evidently doesn't mean just another good steakhouse, and the simply written food descriptions promise something new and intriguing for your palate.

The Painted Pony has perfected the fine art of using fresh ingredients and delicate flavoring. An exceptional wine list, generous portions, attentive service, and reasonable prices will convince you to return to "the Pony" anytime you're in St. George.

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KatyVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Although their inside seating is very nice and has great ambiance, their outdoor patio is perfect for outdoor lunch dining. The patio is up high, so you feel as if you are in a tree house. It is a magical setting with a wonderful outdoor ambiance. Painted Pony's lunch is the best deal in town. It is not inexpensive, but it is a good value for the excellent service, food quality, and selection. BTW, I am sure their patio also offers a lovely outdoor dinner experience. We happened to enjoy sitting out and enjoying the afternoon.

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4.8

4.8 (68)

$31 to $50

American

Ivins

About the restaurant

Desert Charm, Inspired Cuisine

The menu at The Rusted Cactus provides unique dishes that capture the flavor of the season. Within the walls, the Lewis and MacKay families hope to create a dining experience with shared plates that will cultivate a love of food, friendship and new flavors.

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JulieVIP

Dined 4 days ago

You know my review!~ WE LOVE The Rusted Cactus, our locals favorite and love all the new food items additions that you all are adding. Great staff, great food and always a great time!

Nonna Ina Italian Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (343)

$31 to $50

Italian

St. George

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

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LuAnn

Dined 6 days ago

First time in, and I’d absolutely go back. The service was friendly and the food was top notch. We had the burrata for a starter, and it was the best I’ve had. Presentation and taste were wonderful. The house special, spaghetti carbonara, was finished at the table, and also incredibly good.

Wood Ash Rye

4.6

4.6 (948)

$31 to $50

American

St. George

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of downtown St. George at the beautiful Advenire, Autograph Collection, wood • ash • rye is a chef driven, award winning restaurant utilizing regionally sourced, fresh ingredients that rotate with the seasons.

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danielVIP

Dined on May 4, 2025

Dine here several times a year Very good food and service

Xetava

4.7

4.7 (74)

$30 and under

American

Ivins

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of Kayenta
Pronounced - Zay-tah-vah

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Jason

Dined 2 days ago

Table was ready on arrival. Patio seeting was beautiful and quiet. Perfect for our Mothers Day brunch.

Black Sage

4.5

4.5 (180)

$50 and over

American

Virgin

About the restaurant

Welcome to Black Sage at Open Sky Resort, an extraordinary dining oasis near Zion National Park. Helmed by the renowned Chef Charles Parcell, we offer an exceptional culinary adventure. Here, delicious cuisine, captivating Zion views, and serene ambiance converge.

Savor dishes crafted from the freshest local ingredients in our tranquil setting. The indoor dining area radiates sophistication with stylish gray tables, elegant black chairs, and deep red accents, complemented by expansive windows showcasing Zion's beauty.

From May 1 to November 1, our outdoor experience awaits. Dine under a canopy with misters for comfort, and as night falls, heaters add a cozy touch for dining under the stars.

Please note, Black Sage is closed for the winter. We eagerly await your visit when we reopen on February 14, 2024. Join us then for a unique blend of refined dining and nature's allure at Black Sage.

Reservations are required and we recommend arriving 20 minutes early for seating.

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Marti

Dined 3 days ago

Beautiful scenery, delicious food.. a very unique experience

Basalt

4.5

4.5 (92)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Ivins

About the restaurant

Welcome to Basalt, an elevated steakhouse experience set high above the volcanic rock and golf course greens of Black Desert Resort. Blending sophistication with a warm, approachable atmosphere, Basalt redefines fine dining in southern Utah. Sourcing premium meats from renowned purveyors like UT 47, Heritage Wagyu, and Creekstone Farms, Basalt’s signature offerings include Mesquite Wood-Grilled steaks, a 42-Ounce Tomahawk, and the indulgent tableside Beef Tartare. Each dish is carefully crafted, from Beef Tallow Fries to Milk Bread with Garlic and Herbs, ensuring a memorable culinary adventure.

Complementing the exquisite cuisine is a curated wine selection featuring bold reds, a Coravin by-the-glass program, and craft cocktails designed to enhance the dining experience. With its focus on quality ingredients and luxurious service, Basalt is not just a meal—it’s a story unfolding with every bite.

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Kelly

Dined 4 days ago

Basalt is a cut above. Ambience and views are stunning. Food is flavourful and imaginative. But the highlight was our server, Tee. She was so caring, knowledgeable, and incredibly funny. For the full, second-to-none experience at Basalt, be sure to request Tee as your expert server.

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Switchback Grille

4.5

4.5 (1241)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Springdale (Zion National Park)

About the restaurant

Nestled at the foot of the Watchman rock formation in Zion Canyon, Switchback Grille Steak & Fish House features hand-selected USDA Prime beef, Certified Angus Beef and a daily fresh fish menu that follows the seasons. Artfully prepared dishes, warm superior service, stunning views of the West Temple and a sophisticated southwest dining room come together for a truly unique dining experience. Additionally, Switchback offers full bar service with the area’s most extensive wine list. Banquet and catering services are available year round as well as a cozy sports grill with all of your pub favorites. No online reservations for party s of over 10 people. ( 24 hours notice required)

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Ellen

Dined 6 days ago

Isaiah was a wonderful waiter, and the food was yummy!!

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4.4

4.4 (19)

$31 to $50

American

Ivins

About the restaurant

Nestled within the luxurious Black Desert Resort, Latitude offers a dynamic and diverse dining experience that caters to every meal period with global influences. From sunrise to sunset, guests are treated to a culinary journey blending the flavors of local ingredients with inspirations from world cuisines. Each meal period showcases unique menus: from hearty breakfasts and fresh organic options to elegant evening entrees, all paired with thoughtfully curated signature cocktails and non-alcoholic Zero Proof beverages.

With an ambiance that transitions seamlessly throughout the day, Latitude provides a welcoming space perfect for any occasion. Enjoy a light-filled morning meal, a casual yet sophisticated lunch, or a refined dinner in a setting that evolves to complement the mood.

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Monica

Dined 3 days ago

My good friends from LA, Reno and Sarasota all met me at Latitude for weekend brunch. The service was fantastic and food was also very tasty. We ordered the avo toast, club salad, chia pudding, short rib sandwich, steak and eggs, hamburger and deviled eggs. The iced is fresh and tasty. They were very impressed with the views and especially loved seeing the golfers try the bonus 19th hole that you can see from the lobby and restaurant.

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