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    Houston's Trails End Restaurant

    3.8 (308 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Chocolate cream pie!
    Tanya G.

    We only had pie and coffee. The pie was extraordinary, the coffee tasted burned, unfortunately. Wonderful friendly service, both the host and the server. They are closed between Thanksgiving and February. We will be back next year to try some entrees. It's a very cozy place, I love the booths.

    Suzanne B.

    A quick review. This place is super cute with the small town Western feel. The server was really nice. We had the nachos, chicken fried steak and chicken fried chicken breast. They give free warm rolls before the meal. Everything was really good!!

    Dinner salads with 1000 Island dressing yum!!
    Guy D.

    Smack dab in the middle of Kanab in a rustic building, lies this great find. We were HANGRY after hiking all day, this place and menu looked fitting. Come to find out upon entering and being greeted by the hostess....THEY HAD PRIME RIB ON SPECIAL! Yeehaw, that is my wife's favorite, so it was on. We were promptly greeted and given a run down about available drink options. Too bad the server did not mention they had alcohol, but she was obviously bee to the job and a Pepsi x3 did me just fine. I had honestly never tried a chicken fried steak, I know...pathetic. This place had it highlighted, so today was the day! We chose dinner salads with 1000 Island dressing and licked the bowls. My CFS came with a loaded baked potato and gravy on the side. It was as good as advertised and the prime rib special was a knockout, with mashed potatoes and gravy on the side. 5 stars for the food, 4 on the service, thanks for the hearty meal!

    Daily special prime rib sandwich with cheese, au jus, brown gravy and horseradish.

    Quick pit stop for lunch while driving between National Parks. Service was excellent (thanks Allie-Jo!), had our soda's before I could put my readers on LoL! Had the hot roast beef sandwich and the daily special prime rib sandwich. Both were served quick, hot and were very flavor. Came with gravy and au jus respectively, and AJ brought us both for each dish, along with a great homemade fresh horseradish. fries were crispy just the way my wife prefers. Value for money was 5/5. Would highly recommend.

    Chicken fried steak.
    Ron S.

    After searching yelp for a place that everyone said was good and didn't break the bank we decided to give this place a try. Man am I glad we did. I ordered the USDA hamburger steam with grilled onions. I left off the mushrooms because I don't eat fungus. The wife ordered the famous chicken fried steak. So I usually ask for ketchup and smother it because my mom's was not good and I found a love of ketchup. Anyway after the first bite I was amazed at the flavor of the gravy so ended not needing the ketchup. They also have these huge rolls that I used to sop up the gravy it was that good. The wife really liked the chicken fried steak but said the meat was a bit tough. The service was outstanding and just the right amount of attention. It has an old western theme which fit in with the food well. I would recommend this place for a good reasonable prices.

    Hamburger plate that comes with one side. Side is steamed veggies.
    Annie R.

    After a day of hiking we stopped here for dinner. As usual in every eatery we've been to on this trip, the servers are very professional and friendly. I would recommend this restaurant. The food is fresh and tasty. My side veggies were very good and was my husbands steak. The steak was tender and flavorful. My burger was just ok but all the extras; lettuce, tomatoes and pickles were what made it good. Server was nice and attentive.

    The number one seller
    Alex J.

    From its western theme and menu to its buzzing neon sign out front, Houston's Trail's End Restaurant is pure Americana. American as American can be. On the inside, you'll find more of the same. The restaurant is staffed by a crew of some of the most wholesome, and, I say so blushingly, pretty servers this side of the Mississippi. Smiling representatives who make the great state of Utah proud, and us hungry travelers, happy. I visited in the early evening for dinner. I immediately happened upon an item that was highlighted in a box at the top of the menu. The Chicken Fried Steak. It's their #1 seller, and for good reason. At least one in your party should try the Chicken Fried Steak. Maybe you who are reading this tripe? By the way, I don't know if they actually serve tripe, but if they do, it wouldn't be on my plate. I wouldn't be able to stomach it. The chicken fried steak is authenticly delicious. Perfect seasoning, perfectly breaded, and the gravy topper is the icing on the perfect portion. It's accompanied by two sides of your choice. I chose a baked potato and salad (get the honey mustard dressing, it's tangy good). You'll also get a dinner roll. Warm and fluffy. A complete meal. Just like you'd find on a chuck wagon, but without the dust and chaw splatter. If their #1 seller is this good, I'm sure #2 isn't far behind.....nope, I don't think that I'll joke in that direction. Where I will go, is back to Trail's End next time I'm in the great western town of Kanab. Quick Tip: For dessert, they have an assortment of pies. Save room for a slice. Of course, I didn't save room. I did, however, have room for a cookie. It was from a batch that my ex-wife sent me on the road with. We may not be married anymore, but we're cookie friends.....and that's a benefit!

    Nycole R.

    Everyone talked about the pie, and I foolishly did not save room after dinner, so I missed out on trying it. I'll have to come back another time and redeem myself there. What I did eat was the chicken fried steak and mashed potatoes. It was heavy, stick-to-your ribs country cooking and I left satisfied, even though the diet was out the door. Service was friendly and the ambience is very country. It's a fun place to grab a meal and I'm still kicking myself for skipping the pie.

    Lasso
    Christel A.

    Service was pleasant and friendly. Party of four. Three ordered the roast beef dip and I ordered a patty melt. Tasty and we were hungry. We were full but treated ourselves to some delicious chocolate cream pie with chocolate, whipped cream, topping and I had a RazzleBerry pie, both were exceptionally delicious.

    Ground Round
    Josh M.

    The food was great, the service was great, and it wasn't too loud or crowded! Photo is of ground round (no mushrooms).

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    Jerome C.

    This place is cozy and very welcoming and the service is superb. Country Fried Steak did not disappoint. The shrimp and roast beef items were excellent as well.

    Don Ann, our 5-star server

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    Great comfort food. I had SW chicken and really liked it. But I hear the chicken fried steak is even better.

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    Best chicken fried steak & coconut cream pie I have ever had, this place is truly a hidden gem

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    Our family enjoyed our lunch very much, everything was wonderful!!! Excellent service and the pie to die for!!

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    Pretty good food and atmosphere for this cute town .I ordered baby back ribs were excellent, also the pecan pie was really good.

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    What a cool restaurant, love the ambiance. Vanessa is super…read morenice, knowledgeable and understanding. Great Hippie Music being played, groovy baby! Unisex Rest Rooms are really clean and comfortable. Don't miss the opportunity.

    You remember those old Reese's Peanut Butter Cup commercials?…read more "Hey! You got your chocolate in my peanut butter!" "No, you got your peanut butter in my chocolate!" That's basically what happened here, except instead of chocolate and peanut butter, it was an art gallery and a gastropub. Somehow it works. The vibe here is funky in mostly the right ways. The decor has a yard sale chic aesthetic that's somehow carefully curated without looking like it tried too hard. The staff had just enough piercings and tattoos for me know they would love to talk to me about their record collections if I asked, and the whole place manages to feel both laid back and just upscale enough that you can justify ordering anything from a burger to what looked like a pretty respectable ribeye. I went with the Shroom, a portobello mushroom burger, and it was enjoyable. Tons of flavor, perfectly satisfying, and paired with one of the crispest side salads I've had in a while. Bonus points for the edamame. I will happily eat edamame in just about anything. Not with jello though. Everyone at our table enjoyed their meals, although we collectively demonstrated the adventurous spirit of a group that mostly ordered the Pub burger. So I can't claim we've fully explored the menu yet. This just gives me an excuse to come back. Service was friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. The only moment that caught me a little off guard was when the owner stopped by to let us know he had baseball cards for sale in one part of the restaurant, along with an upstairs gallery featuring local artwork. I felt like he might next open his coat to show me some watches. He's just down for the hustle I guess. The art ranged from "that's pretty nice" to "someone really, really loves painting Utah's red rocks." Most of it was priced well beyond what I was looking to take home, but honestly, I have to respect that they're giving local artists a place to showcase their work. So maybe I'm just being a little grumpy. Get off my lawn. By the way I'd be happy to eat here again

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    Wild Thyme Bistro

    4.4
    (904 reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    Ordered a salad and the wild thyme pasta. Got angel hair pasta, tomatoes, basil , garlic deglaze…read morewhite and butter topped with Parmesan cheese. Served with garlic bread. The salad was served with white balsamic dressing. It was so fresh and delicious. The pasta was so flavorful and delicious. Dessert was the carrot cake. Also delicious and made in house. Great service

    A delightful encounter in Kanab, the small town along the way on our road trip to Salt Lake City. A…read morewonderful meal. Pistachio Chicken: The chicken breast was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with a thin, crispy crust that was especially impressive. The sauce blended the mild aroma of Poblano chili, the creamy richness of butter, and the unique fragrance of herbs. Most precious was the pistachio aroma, both vibrant and subtle, without overpowering or masking the other flavors, creating a delicate balance. Even the saltiness was just right, subtle and delicate. The surface was garnished with pico de gallo, fresh, sweet, tangy, and spicy, balancing the potential heaviness of the sauce. The asparaguses were also very fresh, with a natural fragrance, but perhaps a little too mild with the sauce. Kanab Cowboy Ribs: The pork ribs were slow-cooked and roasted until they were so tender that they easily fell off the bone, offering no resistance when cutting into them. The homemade barbecue sauce coated it thickly, rich and sweet, with an authentic American barbecue flavor. It might be a bit too sweet for most Chinese palates, but I thought it was quite good. The agave mustard vinaigrette seemed more decorative; I nearly couldn't really taste it. Lemon Sorbet: Homemade sorbet, offering the most soulful finish. It was breathtakingly beautiful at first glance; the simple white porcelain plate and glass were limpid and elegant, perfectly matching the sorbet's style. Unlike typical sorbets that emphasize extreme acidity, this restaurant took a different approach, with a gentle, even subtle, acidity that brings out the natural, lively fragrance of lemon, like Lolita's touch through pale silk. The texture was also delicate and smooth, without any ice crystals. Everyone was captivated; some even ordered an extra to take away. The restaurant claims that ingredients come from its organic garden. This might be a pointless gimmick, but the cooking and presentation of the dishes conveyed a consistent level of refinement and care, making it all the more valuable.

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    View of the bar area.
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    Iron Horse Restaurant

    Iron Horse Restaurant

    3.5
    (323 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    We were in the area for the balloon festival they had, weather was unexpected! We stopped by Iron…read moreHorse for a late lunch, service was good. The food wasn't bad. The restaurant seemed clean. It was cute that they have like a little ghost town set up outside, they have a lot of seating inside and outside. The restrooms are outside...and heated! There is a door to go in to a gift shop in the same space as the entrance to the dining area. There was a group of us and our waitress was on top of it, had no problem splitting the checks and stayed organized so that she could easily do so! I'd love to give it 5 stars, but my brisket plate was just okay. Two small pieces, the mac and cheese was pretty simple, the toast was just not toasty...the slices of brisket I was given were good. And I did enjoy the sweet potato with cinnamon and brown sugar. My husband enjoyed his Frank Sinatra burger and fries. So we were not disappointed with Iron Horse at all, we just didn't walk away impressed either. Not much else in the area so with limited options they don't really need to go all out.

    This place was decent. I found a common theme in this city that the outside of the buildings look…read morereally cool and the interior is underwhelming. The food was all good. I enjoyed the smoked chicken, especially. The brisket was very tender. Service was kind and quick. No complaints. One odd thing is that me and another guest at the table both ordered an extra side of brisket to go along with our meals and they served it on the same platter. When it was about half gone and I had asked for my side, they said they put both portions on the same dish and that is just weird and made it awkward. However, they did bring me an extra little cup of brisket. Still odd that they would do that. The atmosphere was cool, but the live entertainment that night was singing very depressing songs which honestly just mismatched the vibe of the whole restaurant and ruined the mood. Happy I tried Iron Horse, but probably wouldn't come back between the odd service and the sad entertainment not matching with the expected vibe of the place. A lot of potential with this restaurant though.

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    Havana Cabana

    Havana Cabana

    4.5
    (232 reviews)
    0.4 mi
    $$

    This place is amazing! I've driven by it so many times and finally gave it a try- it did not…read moredisappoint! The guy at the register was helpful in a genuine way- poor dude is sporting a shoulder injury, but didn't slow him down. I got the Cuban steak plate with the grilled onions, which was amazing! Only complaint is the beans were more liquid than beans, but there are never enough beans for me and they were flavorful. I poured the sauce on my rice and ate every bite. The tres leches is beyond amazing though! It's soaked, but not soggy with cinnamon on top. I got it to go and gave my boyfriend exactly one bite then claimed it all for myself. They also have a pay it forward wall where you can give an amount of money for people experiencing a hard time. While I was there someone came in asking to wash dishes for some food and the register guy made sure he saw the cards and got fed. That is something special for this business to not only not look over those in need, but go out of their way to take care of them. It really says a lot about the kindness of owners and employees.

    While driving through Knaba, heading back to Texas, we stopped at the Havana Cuban restaurant…read more There were quite a few folks there so we were just excited to see it was a popular location. I didn't expect to see Cuban food in the middle of Utah, yet here we are. Grab a menu from the counter and have a seat or just order. Between the four of us we had: 1. Cuban Pork plate - tender pieces of roasted pork with rice and black beans. 2. The Smothered Burrito - a stuffed burrito covered with cheats sauce. My buddy had this and ate it heartily. The only comment I received from him was that it was very good. 3. Steak sandwiches- Slices of tender sirloin steak, wrapped in deliciousness. 4. I had the double western cheese burger. Two patties, cheese, bacon and an onion ring. It was very good but a little over cooked for me. All in all we enjoyed the location, the service was very helpful and attentive. Find yourself in Kanab, try them out. Michael C. - Georgetown, Tx.

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