Diners' Choice: Neighborhood gem restaurants in Southwest Utah

OpenTable

Updated January 05, 2025

Looking for the best restaurants that are the best neighborhood gems 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!

Rusted Cactus

4.9

4.9 (31)

$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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Patti

Dined 5 days ago

The new owners have greatly improved this Kayenta tapas bar. They have regular hours and take reservations. The food is creative and delicious and the service is quick and friendly. The atmosphere is bright and happy, though we aren't crazy about all the highboy seating. The decor indoors is a bit cold, but the outside patio is delightful. Our only suggestion would be to provide better quality spirits and extended hours on nights when the Arts Center has a show.

Sego Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (979)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Kanab

About the restaurant

Sego Restaurant is a regional new American fusion restaurant in Kanab.

Top review

Brian

Dined 3 days ago

Our favorite restaurant in Kanab Utah. The interior is beautiful, the food is always inspired, and the service is excellent. I highly recommend to locals and visitors alike.

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4.7

4.7 (3159)

$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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CemberVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Delicious food, great ambience, amazing service. The beet salad was a work of art and so delicious, the sea bass was done perfectly. Loved the preparation. Will definitely be back when I am St. George.

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Nonna Ina Italian Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (305)

$31 to $50

Italian

St. George

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

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Paul

Dined on Jan 3, 2025

Food is always amazing here. Will definitely be back for more.

Xetava

4.6

4.6 (29)

$30 and under

American

Ivins

About the restaurant

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

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melodyVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Enjoyed lunch with a friend today. Perfect atmosphere to visit. Noise level was low however there weren’t many other diners. We were seated at a very small table when there were lots of other choices. Our server was very nice and attentive. The food options were good but the prices were a bit high for lunch. We split a French dip sandwich and each ordered a half beet salad. Both were very tasty. It’s a 45 minute drive for us but we enjoy the Kayenta area and beautiful views. The Village shops are fun to peruse as well. I definitely recommend Xetava for low key vibe and a nice change of scenery.

Dulivia Ristorante Italiano

4.5

4.5 (607)

$30 and under

Italian

Springdale (Zion National Park)

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

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JoyVIP

Dined 3 days ago

This is the second time we’ve eaten at Dulivia and thoroughly enjoyed the food and the relaxing atmosphere. The restaurant and patio have a beautiful view of the local mountain range. When it’s warmer outside, the patio is perfect!

Wood Ash Rye

4.5

4.5 (904)

$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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KathyVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Outstanding food, cocktails, and service! I highly recommend this restaurant for anyone looking for a great meal in St. George, Utah.

Switchback Grille

4.3

4.3 (1215)

$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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Andrea

Dined on Jan 3, 2025

Everything was excellent. Great ambience, steaks were delicious and perfectly cooked. Highly recommend!

Canyon Breeze Restaurant

4.1

4.1 (156)

$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.

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Sunny

Dined on Dec 25, 2024

The patio is beautiful with the surrounding red mountains and the fireplace and we timed it just right to see the sunset. The staff was so accommodating and happy. The food was very good, I had the grilled salmon w/sweet potato. I highly recommend Canyon Breeze and we will be back!

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