8 ‘Hole In The Wall’ Restaurants In Utah That Will Blow Your Taste Buds Away
When it comes to restaurants, it’s really what’s on the inside that counts. In fact, some of the most unassuming little restaurants have the most incredible food! That’s certainly the case with the following roundup of the best hole-in-the-wall restaurants in Utah. They may not look like much on the outside, but inside — get ready for some seriously crave-worthy fare!
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This diner looks like it hasn’t been updated for quite awhile, but it’s clean and friendly and it offers some of the best breakfast you’ll ever eat - at a great price! Try the scones.
You will not find better Mexican food anywhere in Utah - period. Don’t be too quick to judge this restaurant from its exterior -- we know, it looks like a tire discount store -- but inside, the food is to die for! It’s hard to recommend just one thing (everything is amazing!), but the nachos al pastor might just be a favorite. Definitely check out this hidden gem!
As is true of so many unassuming little gems, the outside of El Mexicano is nothing fancy, but you certainly won’t care once they put that plate of enchiladas in front of you! The next time you find yourself in Salina, check out this amazing restaurant.
Nemo's Drive Thru is everything you could ever hope for in a small-town drive-thru -- and more! Think delicious burgers, crispy-fresh fries, and cold, creamy shakes. The Adventure Burger is the specialty; it’s a half-pound bacon burger, topped with an onion ring. Definitely check this one out!
This little hole-in-the-wall serves up some delicious pizza and wings. The cheesy breadsticks from Pizza Plus are legendary, and you'll want to enjoy them out out of the oven, with lots of their sweet marinara dipping sauce.
Ray's Tavern bills itself as, “The Place for Everyone,” and that’s certainly true. It kind of feels like a hole-in-the-wall version of Cheers (you know, where everyone knows your name!), but it’s really a restaurant that’s open to kids, too. You could certainly get one of their crazy-good burgers... but why would you do that when the steak is so utterly divine? (And we're in Utah, where steak reigns supreme... but truly, Ray's grills up some of the very best steak in the state!)
You know that most small town Dairy Freeze-type places have great burgers, fries, and shakes -- but how about pie? Rodger’s Dairy Freeze in Mount Pleasant has some of the best homemade pie around, and some seriously crave-worthy ice cream sundaes. They take the whole dairy whip game to another level.
Don’t pass up this little gem of a diner just because its exterior is a bit plain; Top Hat serves up some of the best chili verde you'll ever have! And if you're into breakfast, Top Hat Diner delivers with both the sweet and the savory: their pancakes are incredible, and the omelettes here will convert anyone into a morning person. Top Hat Diner truly is one of the very best hole-in-the-wall restaurants in Utah!
Do you agree that some of the very best food comes from the least suspecting places? What are your picks for best hole-in-the-wall restaurants in Utah? Do you have any we missed that you’d like to see in the future? Be sure to nominate them for a chance to be featured!
And for more amazing little unassuming restaurants in The Beehive State, definitely check out Joe’s Cafe in Orem. This itty bitty cafe is so small, that if you blink you could miss it. But you don’t want to miss it. Joe’s Cafe dishes up *the best* biscuits and gravy in Utah, and once you give it a try, you will be a lifelong customer!
Address: 217 E 3300 S, South Salt Lake, UT 84115, USA
Address: 180 S 900 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84104, USA
Address: 1535 S State St, Salina, UT 84654, USA
Address: 40 E Main St, Escalante, UT 84726, USA
Address: 55 S 100 E, Tremonton, UT 84337, USA
Address: 25 S Broadway, Green River, UT 84525, USA
Address: 1 State St, Mt Pleasant, UT 84647, USA
Address: 1147 N Main St, Sunset, UT 84015, USA
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Best Hole-In-The-Wall Restaurants In Utah
May 05, 2021
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What are some scenic restaurants in Utah?
You could argue that the most important thing about your restaurant visit is delicious food — but a close second might be the atmosphere. And in Utah, we sure do deliver on both! These 13 restaurants with a view in Utah offer the total package and are sure to turn your dinner into a memorable experience. Our advice? Start with a showstopper — the eponymous Zion National Park Lodge. Order a prickly pear margarita and soak up the scenic views. What more could you possibly want?
Does Utah have many remote restaurants?
Utah is a state with endless miles of scenic expanse — and there are some true treasures tucked away in these remote areas! One of our favorite remote restaurants in Utah is Hell’s Backbone Grill. Contrary to its moniker, the food (and the view) are heavenly here. One of the most scenic restaurants with a view in Utah, Hell’s Backbone Grill offers fresh, farm-to-table fare in the beautiful, remote little town of Boulder, Utah.
Where are the best places to eat in Utah?
Utah has some truly bucket-list-level restaurants; one of our favorites being the Tree Room at Sundance Resort. This restaurant continually wins awards for both its food and its ambiance. It’s like dining in a comfortable home – plenty of comfortable furniture, warm rugs, and even bookshelves. In fact, much of the art in this restaurant comes from Robert Redford’s private collection. (And yes — you will immediately see where the restaurant got its name – there’s a tree right in the dining room!) And the views? Incredible! Look out the large picture windows to see mountain views and pine trees. It’s a totally relaxing, only-in-Utah kind of dining experience. Learn more about our favorite Utah restaurants in this roundup.
Address: 217 E 3300 S, South Salt Lake, UT 84115, USA
Address: 180 S 900 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84104, USA
Address: 1535 S State St, Salina, UT 84654, USA
Address: 40 E Main St, Escalante, UT 84726, USA
Address: 55 S 100 E, Tremonton, UT 84337, USA
Address: 25 S Broadway, Green River, UT 84525, USA
Address: 1 State St, Mt Pleasant, UT 84647, USA
Address: 1147 N Main St, Sunset, UT 84015, USA
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Writer, editor and researcher with a passion for exploring new places. Catherine loves local bookstores, independent films, and spending time with her family, including Gus the golden retriever, who is a very good boy.
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