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Dining & Culture Hubs
Northern Utah
Logan, Ogden, Salt Lake City, Park City and Provo are all urban hubs of great dining, cultural events and live music on the edge of mountain adventures in the northern part of the state.
Southern Utah
Away from the urban centers, in more remote parts of Utah, is where a lot of pleasant surprises happen in Utah's dining scene. Moab, Kanab, Bluff, St. George and Cedar City cater to adventure's sophisticated side with dining and cultural hotspots. Aside from these popular foodie basecamps, all Utah towns have their own flavors to try, but be mindful to check closing times and for Sunday dining availability.
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Dining in Utah
Want the inside scoop on the best Utah restaurants? This dining guide covers the state’s top culinary scenes–check it out and get hungry!
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Distilleries
On Utah’s whiskey distillery tours visitors have the option to sniff, sample and buy. Find out what other spirits are distilled (or blended) in Utah!
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Utah Craft Brewing
From award-winning pioneers like Squatter's and Epic Brewing to beloved favorites like Rooster's and Proper, Utah's top breweries pair well with its diverse landscape.
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5 Road Trip-Worthy Restaurants in Kanab, Utah
Written By Andrew Dash Gillman
4 minute read
Hungry for a culinary renaissance? Or a small-town staple? Whatever you’re craving, fuel your outdoor adventures at these favorite Kanab restaurants.
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7 Utah Artisan Cheeses to Try Now
Written By Darby Doyle
7 minute read
Taste delicious hand-crafted cheese from Utah dairies at farmers markets, restaurants and specialty shops. Visit Utah and find your favorite artisanal cheese.
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Cozy Salt Lake Dining Spots
Written By Paula Colman
4 minute read
Find you perfect après-ski spots to fill up.
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Craft Chocolate Capital of America: Utah's Culture of Cacao
Written By Darby Doyle
8 minute read
The craft chocolate scene in Utah is a wonder within itself. Join one of Matt Caputo’s chocolate classes to increase your appreciation and chocolate knowledge.
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Discover the Breweries of the Wasatch Front
Written By Matcha
5 minute read
Over the past two decades, Salt Lake’s breweries have grown into a culture all their own. Here’s what you need to start planning a pub crawl with this collection of Salt Lake’s most popular breweries.
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Downtown Farmers Market
Written By Austen Diamond
2 minute read
The Salt Lake City farmers market is a Saturday tradition, bringing thousands of people together for local food and art.
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Eating Up Mount Timpanogos
Written By David Vogel
3 minute read
Learn about the Utah farms near Mt. Timpanogos that produce luscious lettuce and artisan cheese. Make your own plans to “eat up” Mt. Timpanogos!
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Green River Scene: Tamarisk Restaurant, Green River Coffee Company
Tamarisk Restaurant in Green River near Moab offers river-side views and great food.
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Heber Eats
Written By Paula Colman
4 minute read
Heber Valley is a basecamp for adventure with none of the crowds! With restaurants, bakeries, yurt dining and more there is never a shortage of places to eat.
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Hell's Backbone Grill
Written By Matcha
Boulder, Utah sits at the edge of wilderness, but Hell's Backbone Grill culinary ethics and farm-to-table cuisine puts most city dining to shame.
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Hike + Dine: Logan
Written By Arianna Rees
4 minute read
A college town nestled at the mouth of one of Utah’s stunning canyons, Logan is a feast of beautiful mountain landscapes with a side of surprising eats.
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Kiva Koffeehouse
Kiva Koffeehouse is a welcome stop for fresh food and espresso tucked on a hillside down a dirt driveway near milepost 73 on the scenic byway.
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Mesa Farm Market
Best local shops and healthy eats near Moab and Capitol Reef. Try the goat cheese!
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Mountain Chocolate Calling
Written By Austen Diamond
4 minute read
Make your chocolate fantasy into reality by including on your itinerary a visit to the Ritual Chocolate Factory, one of Utah’s premier chocolate makers.
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Navajo: Fry Bread, Tacos, Pizza
Despite its troubling origins, Navajo fry bread is an inspired food of the nation’s people, and it can be found in many forms with various names around the southwest.
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Painted Pony Restaurant
Located in Ancestor Square in the heart of St. George, Utah, the Painted Pony, affectionately known as “The Pony,” gets rave reviews by all, as evidenced by its 4.5-star Trip Advisor rating.
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Ray's Tavern
Written By Austen Diamond
Ray’s is the way to hamburger bliss after a weekend of concurring and communing with Mother Nature at her most brazen — namely, Moab and the surrounding Southern Utah recreational areas.
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Red Rock Dreaming
Written By Kristen Pope
8 minute read
Opportunities for wellness and adventure abound in Southwestern Utah's Red Rock Country. Gaze at the night sky instead of a screen, hike trails, watch wildlife, embrace nature, and explore within yourself.
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Rediscovering A. Fisher Brewing Company
Written By Lindy Blanchette
8 minute read
One brewery where you can find both a rich history and a fresh perspective is the newly reopened A. Fisher Brewing Company (also referred to simply as Fisher Brewing). After more than fifty years this Utah classic is back to stay, providing a wide variety brews to enjoy.
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St. George Scene: Cliffside and The Bear Paw
Explore the best restaurants in St. George including Cliffside and The Bear Paw.
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Swingin' Steak
Outdoorsy types who find themselves in the breathtaking landscapes of southeastern Utah will find a satisfying meal in the down-home and delightfully quirky Swingin’ Steak restaurant, part of the equally unique Mexican Hat Lodge.
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Utah: Home of the ‘Dirty Soda’
Written By Jessica Chindgren
3 minute read
Five spots where you can experience Utah’s soda craze.
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Utah’s Fruit Way: Harvest Time Along Old Highway 89
Written By Darby Doyle
6 minute read
Headed to Bear Lake, Golden Spike National Historical Park or the Bear Lake Migratory Bird Refuge? Stock up with fresh road-trip snacks and dinner provisions direct from family-run farm stands, all within a stone’s throw of the region’s many historic farms and orchards.
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Utah’s Women Make History
Written By Darby Doyle
5 minute read
Walk in the footsteps of Utah’s earliest women’s suffrage leaders at sites throughout downtown Salt Lake City. Along the way, view public art installations commemorating voting rights and stop at trail-adjacent local women-owned businesses.
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Where to Eat and Drink in St. George
Written By Elainna Ciaramella
6 minute read
As you explore St. George and Greater Zion seeking excellent food, coffee and drinks, you’ll want to add these top restaurants to your list.
Short List: Local Salt Lake City Nightlife Picks
Make the most of winter's shortened daylight by extending your Utah ski trip into the night. Sure, some resorts offer incredible night skiing — so, okay, after that — but then the night really gets going in downtown Ski City.
Discover Utah's Food Culture
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A Table for All: Feeding Utah's Culture
Written By Karen Bayard
2 minute read
Utah — a naturally beautiful nook — is known for its glorious landscape. But it also supports a surprisingly vibrant food culture, beautifully infused by immigrants and recent transplants.
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Good Roots: The Faces of Utah’s Food Culture
Written By Austen Diamond
5 minute read
Meet some of the agricultural entrepreneurs that are elevating the tastes of Utahns and visitors through heritage and best practices, new and old.
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Utah Food Trails - Honey, Fruit, Burgers & More
Written By Matcha
5 minute read
Discover Utah's food trails — gastronomic adventures highlighting the best of Utah's home-grown culinary goodness.
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Join "The Riot" for Major League Soccer
Watch a Major League Soccer match in Salt Lake City, Utah, at America First Field. Start planning your trip today to cheer on the Real Salt Lake!
Arts, Events, Scenic Drives/Road Trips, Urban Experiences
Highlights
- Salt Lake Pub Crawl
- America First Field
- Utah Olympic Park
- Real Salt Lake
- Salt Lake City's Food Scene
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Traveling Fandom
It's no secret Salt Lake City is a basketball town, but the game is just the beginning. Ski like a local at renowned ski areas Alta, Snowbird, Brighton and Solitude by day, and make the easy game night run back down the mountain for award-winning dining, gold medal breweries and world-class arts, culture and nightlife.
Arts, History and Heritage, Ski and Snowboard, Urban Experiences
Highlights
- Game Day in Ski City
- Fine Dining at 11,000 Feet
- Après-ski at Utah's Vintage Bars
- Musical Tour of SLC
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#Utahisrad: The Cool Kids’ Guide to Salt Lake City
Meet the locals, see the weird stuff, try the local beer, see the bands and discover why #utahisrad.
Adventure, Arts, Community, Events, Hiking, Support local, Urban Experiences
Highlights
- Farmers Market and GREENbike Tour
- Local Brews and a Show
- Natural History
- Otherworldly Utah
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Foodie Journey
In a place that’s known for its red rock landscape, it’s incredible that local chefs can coax such a feast of fresh food from the desert.
Community, Food and Drink, Hiking, Scenic Drives/Road Trips, Support local, Urban Experiences, Wellness
Highlights
- Mesa Farm Market
- Hell's Backbone Grill
- Farm-Fresh Dining