Rock Stop

I don't normally leave reviews but I just had to for this place…read more Ice Cream was amazing! Got to taste test almost all of their House made Premium Gelatos, all I can say is daggum yes! Service was friendly and ambiance was perfect. Thank you for helping us finish off a perfect vacation. :)

After a delicious pizza and Zion Pizza & Noodles followed by wine tasting, what can be better than…read moreice cream? I got the Wild Huckleberry which was perfect. My husband got the house made Vanilla. The staff was very warm, welcoming and friendly.

Wild huckleberry & bananas foster (kids size).

Ice cream shake

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Brown Box

4.8(132 reviews)

16.8 mi

Such a cute lil place with killer food. I wish I could go all the time!…read more The staff is very young & I will admit - they somehow messed up every single one of our orders in at least one way. It was almost charming. They got away with it because they were kind & the food was that bomb. VEGAN & GLUTEN-FREE ALERT! I got the "popper" grilled cheese (jalapeño cream cheese, cheddar, red pepper flakes) on gluten-free bread with added bacon. I also got a tomato basil soup & a gluten-free s'mores cookie. Bomb, bomb, bomb, BOMB! So comforting & delicious, at a totally reasonable price point. I would go way out of my way to come back here again!

My sister and I were traveling for our birthday when we stopped by the Brown Box. Upon looking at…read morethe menu, we realized that they only serve grilled cheese. Which is delicious, but not what we were looking for at the time. We place our order at the register, and immediately the young woman ran to the back and started talking loudly about us with her coworker, saying "How stupid do you have to be to come here and not know we serve grilled cheese? It says it outside." I immediately looked around because it doesn't have any description of what they serve outside. I was truly appalled and upset by the customer service here. I've worked a job or two and I know how to complain about a customer, and you just don't do it when they're still within earshot. If their employees learn nothing else from this review, I hope that they learn how be rude and uncouth quietly. The lack of professionalism from these two young women will be the reason I do not return to this establishment. The disrespect was not worth my coins.

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The Soda Fountain

4.0(133 reviews)

16.7 mi

An ice cream store located inside of a drug store. Established in 1916. Many outdoor seating areas…read morewith board games. Portion of ice caren is bigger than expected. Staffs are responsive and knowledgeable about their items.

Only had the ice cream. But it was good enough we had to stop in on our way out of town to have it…read moreagain even if for breakfast. Staff was helpful and friendly. Allowed us to try before we decided. Main store has an old time pharmacy store feel and the food and ice cream section give the right feels as well.

Summit

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Street view

Ponderosa Eats

4.1(92 reviews)

12.5 mi

The coffee here is t better than Starbucks! Ariana and Kim are so sweet and make the best coffee!…read moreThank you ladies!

The staff is very nice in all of Zion Ponderosa. And Ponderosa Eats is a very convenient eatery for…read morethe resort, so I'm glad it's there. However, the food is probably a 3.5. Anything with brisket (pizza and burger) our family thought was good, and the pizzas in general were decent. However, I had the roasted chicken and although I appreciated that they had a healthy option, it wasn't that good, and the vegetables tasted like frozen veggies. To order, you go up to the ordering stand and place your order with the staff. They give you a number for your table and the food is brought out to you. they have a lot of larger tables for groups of 6 or so. Afterward you bus your own table by bringing your dishes and trash to a bin and trash area. It feels kind of cafeteria style but like I said it's very convenient. We only ate here once for dinner but we often dropped by to fill our water bottles and get ice.

Rock-hard, discolored burrito

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Bumbleberry Gift Shop

4.4(135 reviews)

20.2 mi

Each time we visit Zion National Park we go to Bumbleberry gift shop numerous times a week and/or…read morethe same day. They have a variety of souvenirs clothing etc. The staff is always friendly and helpful. While there, don't miss getting a piece of Bumbleberry next door.

Springdale has lots of souvenir places and this is a really good one for the varied selection of…read moreclothing, knick knacks, cups, and gifts. Prices aren't really cheap but souvenirs rarely are; there were some discounted items though. They have an attached ice cream and dessert place (cookies, brownies) with some seating; we had two warmed chocolate cookies (3.99 each) which hit the spot. They also have parking.

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Soup Town Cafe

4.5(32 reviews)

0.6 mi

Weekday lunch, nice sandwich shop with affordable options in Orderville…read more Menu consists of hot and cold sandwiches. All come with a side of your choice. Ordered the chicken pecan salad sandwich and a roast beef sandwich. At around 10 -12 bucks a piece it's a great deal in the outside of Zion. Side options range from chips, Cole slaw, potato salad, potato wedges or soup. The people are nice and a great place to stop by and support a local business. Would recommend for a nice option in the areas

Sweet servers, good food, and air conditioning! Cute tiny gift shop too. We got the homemade berry…read morepie, a chocolate milkshake, BLT and chicken pecan salad sandwich. They were all great! Flavorful fruit and terrific crust in the pie. Soft, fresh bread on the sandwiches with fresh ingredients. Nice clean single stall bathrooms - great for people of all genders. A curling iron in the bathroom for some reason? The staff checked on us periodically and didn't rush us at all. It was a nice stop to relax before we hit the road onto Zion National Park.

Dining area

Chicken pecan, Broccoli Cheddar, Grilled Pastrami.

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Bumbleberry Bakery

4.4(143 reviews)

20.1 mi

After spending time hiking around Zion, I stopped by Bumbleberry Bakery in Springdale! I wanted…read moresomething cold and sweet. Ice cream sounded perfect! I ended up getting two scoops with vanilla, caramel, and brownie bites! It really hit the spot! After being out on the Zion trails for the morning and early afternoon, that first bite of the ice cream was amazing! The brownie bite pieces made it feel a little more like a dessert, and the caramel added just the right amount of sweetness! I also tried a bite of the banana ice cream, and that one was good too. Banana can sometimes be too strong for me, depending on the ice cream flavor, but this one was enjoyable and easy to eat. The bakery/gift shop itself is also fun to walk around. It has that classic Springdale tourist stop feel, with souvenirs, sweets, shirts, and little Zion themed items to browse before or after heading into the park. It's the kind of place where you stop in for ice cream and somehow end up looking around at everything else too! Bumbleberry Bakery was a fun and easy stop after hiking Zion. The ice cream was good, the shop was cute, and it's definitely worth stopping by if you're in Springdale and want a cold treat after being out in the sun.

Was craving a sweet treat after hiking in Zion and saw that this place is super close! I was…read moreintrigued by the "bumbleberry", but ended up getting the early morning shuttle (or some variant of that name) -- which was coffee and a whole mix of other yummy things. The flavors altogether were delicious. I appreciated how creative they are with the flavor names. The waffle cone wasn't my favorite of waffle cones, but does the job in holding the ice cream without dripping. Service was pretty quick! They limit # of customers in front of the ice cream scooping area, so it doesn't get too crowded. If you're there to get non-ice cream things they can take your order before you get to the ice cream area. Didn't get a chance to sit because we were headed to dinner (got in my pre-dinner dessert hehe), but there's quite unique seating inside!

Bumbleberry Cobbler

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Rocking V Cafe

4.4(1.6k reviews)

16.8 mi

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

Featured drinks

Pub burger and a potato with cheese sauce

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Rosemary gin fizz

Cordwood

4.0(131 reviews)

8.6 mi

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Gorgeous location and delicious food. The brussel sprouts were my favorite as well as the bison…read moreribeye. My only complaint was the lack of Service- they must have been short staffed because even with a reservation, it took almost 20 minutes for a host to even come over so we could check in

We came here on Christmas Day. Our server, Carmella, was so kind and gracious. It was a godsend…read morethat this place was open on Christmas Day, but Carmella went out of her way to make us feel welcome. One note and this does not have to do with the restaurant but the resort - we have a pet Cavapoo and she was attacked by two dogs - apparently they are there to protect the horses in the adjacent ranch. So please be careful. Other than that, this is a beautiful place and the food is so fresh. And as I said, Carmella is a gem!

Pooch

Penne vegetarian (on request)

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Dining room

Thunderbird Restaurant

Family-owned & operated

This diner is the perfect stop before heading into Zion, easy, welcoming, and exactly what you want…read morebefore a day on the trails. The service is genuinely good, with staff who keep things moving and make you feel taken care of without any fuss. But the real standout is the pie. Truly some of the best anywhere; flaky crust, rich fillings, and the kind of "ho-made" taste that makes you consider ordering a second slice to go. A great starting point for your park day and absolutely worth a visit for the pie alone.

If you only get one thing when you stop by, get the pie! The apple pie was fantastic. 5 stars for…read morethe pie. Tried the country fried steak, salad bar, and the spicy chicken sandwich. Solid 3 stars for the entrees. Would be much better if the steamed veggies with the country fried steak were fresh. From the taste of it, it tasted like Costco Kirkland frozen veggies. Same goes for the sweet potato fries, they also tasted premade/pre-frozen. For the price point, I was expecting better quality food. Service was very lovely! The ladies here were very warm and welcoming. The decor is really interesting and fun to look at. They've got an eclectic mix of license plates, toy cars, and vintage cameras on display. All in all, it was a fun pit stop during a road trip --- the pie was great, but the entrees could you use improvements.

Fried stuff and veg

Apple pie

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Taco salad added jalapenos

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Nick Y.

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12 years ago

A group of us where on a motorcycle trip through the National Parks in the area. It was time for a break and "The Rock Stop" was randomly selected. Boy, did we luck out. Don and his wife were great hosts with fantastic information about the area and the gems in their store. They also had "Egg Creams". They are also called Italian Sodas and are a fountain drink. It was great to rest up and wet our whistle. The next trip to Southern Utah will also include a visit to "The Rock Stop". read more

Donella B.

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11 months ago

Stopped and got a breakfast burrito (huge) that was delicious. The mini donuts with a drizzle of maple frosting and lots of nuts called to me so we got them and some delicious coffee too. There were so many beautiful rocks, too. And I got to pet Callie the resident calico cat. Great stop! read more

Ryan V.

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3

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11 months ago

Super niche spot to grab all your needs on a road trip through the area. The staff are all superb and very friendly and they make breakfast sandwiches and burritos plus homemade doughnuts that were delicious. Also plenty of cool souvenirs to check out as well. Don't miss this one! read more

Bas G.

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12 years ago

Beautiful place to Stop by. Very Friendly people, and a very nice place! Everyone who has stopped here, has put a pin on the worldmap. Don't miss this nice place! read more

Cheryl D.

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3 months ago

Donuts a little too done, 5/30/26 Usually very good. Great, friendly staff. Good selection of food items and souvenirs. read more

Shannon H.

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9 years ago

This is one of the Best "Rock Stop"s along Route 89 and the ice cream is fantastic on a hot summer day in Utah.

Lilly A.

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3

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8 years ago

Amazing place, Don is the nicest barista and the coffee - Best we had in the USA!!! Outstanding place !

Corey C.

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4

5

9 years ago

Very friendly. They went out of their way to make sure I found what I was looking for!

Chris S.

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3

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8 years ago

Kind knowledgable owner. And they sell soft serve too.

Rock Stop - coffee - Updated August 2026

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