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Diners' Choice: Lively restaurants in Southwest Utah

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Updated February 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants that have the most vibrant bar scenes 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!


A photo of Rusted Cactus restaurant
4.9
4.9 (41)
$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.

Top review
Anita
Dined 1 day ago
Delicious. Loved the small plates! Great recommendations from the server.
A photo of Painted Pony restaurant
4.8
4.8 (3166)
$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.

Top review
Trevor
Dined 3 days ago
Perfect place for a business lunch. The staff (especially if you ask) will space you out if possible from other tables. And food and drinks are always on point.
A photo of Sego Restaurant restaurant
4.8
4.8 (981)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Kanab
About the restaurant
Sego Restaurant is a regional new American fusion restaurant in Kanab.
Top review
WilliamVIP
Dined 2 days ago
Sego never disappoints! Always excellent food and service! Try the AZ filet for sure!
A photo of Pig’s Ear American Bistro restaurant
4.6
4.6 (375)
$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
JennVIP
Dined 4 days ago
We've always had a great experience at Pig's Ear. They have excellent food!
A photo of Xetava restaurant
4.6
4.6 (33)
$30 and under
American
Ivins
About the restaurant
Located in the heart of Kayenta
Pronounced - Zay-tah-vah

Top review
David
Dined on Jan 29, 2025
New ownership has kept many of the most popular items and added new ones which have created a seamless transition and refreshed the already successful experience.
A photo of Canyon Breeze Restaurant restaurant
4.5
4.5 (157)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
St. George
About the restaurant
Canyon Breeze Restaurant at Red Mountain Resort offers spectacular red rock views and ample seasonal outdoor patio seating. The menu created by our Executive Chef Wenceslao Sandoval inspires our guests who appreciate thoughtful, made from scratch dishes using local and sustainably sourced ingredients. Canyon Breeze is in Ivins, minutes away from Tuacahn Amphitheater and Snow Canyon State Park. Open for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Beer, Wine and Cocktail Menu available.

Top review
Lynn
Dined on Jan 18, 2025
We love the food wnd the staff here! Excellent service every time. The food id exceptional
A photo of Dulivia Ristorante Italiano restaurant
4.5
4.5 (609)
$30 and under
Italian
Springdale (Zion National Park)
About the restaurant
Coming Soon!
Top review
Darcie
Dined on Jan 19, 2025
Wonderful service and the food was delicious. We will definitely return
A photo of Wood Ash Rye restaurant
4.5
4.5 (907)
$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.
Top review
VanessaVIP
Dined on Jan 30, 2025
The menu at Wood, Ash, Rye is excellent. The food is very flavorful and creative. Service is excellent. Noise level is a bit much.
A photo of Basalt restaurant
4.5
4.5 (37)
$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.

Top review
Brian
Dined 7 days ago
The best filet I’ve ever had. Star of the night for sure. A close second is the Mac & cheese. This is a dining experience usually found out of state. Enjoy!
A photo of Switchback Grille restaurant
4.4
4.4 (1216)
$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)
Top review
DerikVIP
Dined on Jan 19, 2025
Manhattan NY strip is fantastic and cooked to order.
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