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    Switchback Grille

    3.4 (529 reviews)
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    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Dressy
    Outdoor seating

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    Salmon
    Wendy L.

    We got takeout from here. It was faster than waiting for a table during dinner time- about 20 minutes from ordering to pickup. We got the salmon and trout and both fish were cooked well. I found the couscous and Brussel sprouts to be too oily, but otherwise well seasoned.

    Rebecca B.

    Switchback Grille has such a beautiful ambiance--warm, upscale, and a perfect way to wind down after a day in Zion. The food was excellent. We started with an apps that were recommended by our server~ flavorful. For mains, the steak was cooked perfectly, and the seafood dish was just as impressive--both plated beautifully and full of flavor. Portions were generous without being overwhelming. Yes, it's on the spendy side, but the quality was absolutely worth it. Our server was not only attentive and friendly but also shared advice on local attractions, which added a thoughtful touch we really appreciated. Cocktails were average--not bad, but nothing memorable compared to the food. Still, overall, it was a wonderful evening with excellent service and a classy dining experience in Zion. Highly recommend if you're looking for a special dinner in the area.

    Steak
    Anna S.

    The entrance is shared so it's not too clear where to go at first. Once inside, upscale atmosphere, good space. We were sited right away, it was a weekday, and our server was very helpful and attentive. Drinks and food were good, but scallops appetizer that was too salty. Prices, portions and plating match the upscale restaurant vibe they go for. Manager is quick to address and solve issues. Overall it was a pleasant experience.

    A bit of calamari start our dinner
    Tom W.

    Nice atmosphere, friendly service and nice view of the red rocks. Our calamari was quite tasty with the peppers mixed in Next up was the crusted ahi tuna and bacon wrapped buffalo meatloaf with mashed potatoes and gravy. Both entrees were very tasty and large. I only wished the tomato on the meatloaf was grilled with some good char marks. Couldn't finish the whole thing - really I tried. Quiet night there as out of season but as the night went on folks started coming in.

    Kids fruit mocktail with vodka
    Jessica M.

    The food was so great! I liked the table we got and the view. It was a fancier restaurant than I had anticipated. My drink was so good but they did charge a $11 for a shot of Smirnoff for my drink. Which maybe I'm not used too but thought that was a little pricey. Also I wish the focaccia was more crispy but the balsamic was good!

    Coconut halibut
    Amy S.

    Another amazing meal. Nichole was a great server. The buratta cheese was delicious with pine nuts and pesto. The coconut halibut was so flavorful and cream corn so delicate and tasty. Our steak was supposed to be medium but came out very rare so had to send it back but otherwise it was a great meal. Nichole made recommendations that were spot on and was so helpful with a food allergy issue.

    Jonathan P.

    We visited Zion from Orange County CA. We came in for dinner and it was AMAZING!! JT was our server and everything was literally perfect. He was very polite and had a great sense of humor. He really went the extra mile for us. All of our dishes were delicious and I really enjoyed my girly drink I had also!

    Sandra M.

    We had an incredible experience at Switchback. The restaurant is unassuming on the outside and when you walk in, is joint with a gift shop. The dining area is grand, complete with high ceilings and a fireplace. We started with the calamari, which was flavourful, and fried perfectly. We also had the bison and ahi tuna. The bison was cooked perfectly, and was juicy and tender. The mashed potatoes were like whipped cream - just so smooth and buttery. The ahi tuna had a perfect crust to it, and was meaty and tender. Service was also top notch. Switchback is on the pricier side, but you are getting true quality. Would definitely recommend.

    Pan-seared Scottish salmon
    Sarah R.

    This place looked so unassuming and with a name like switchback grille, we had no idea how fancy it would be. We were also quite surprised at the menu prices but it ended up being totally worth it. This may sound crazy, but the roasted butternut squash that came with my pan-seated Scottish Salmon was the amazing butternut squash I've had in my whole life. The roasted carrots were a little firm for my taste but were still decent. The fish was so deliciously fatty and perfectly cooked. Andy's steelhead trout was also amazing. A seasonal delicacy, Seasoned to perfection. He also enjoyed his roasted brussel sprouts. For an aperitif we got the ancho old fashioned wish was absolutely divine. Despite being comfortably full, andy got the crème brûlée and I tried the raspberry sorbet after being told they're both made in house. The crispy golden-sugar topping was just the right thickness. Unfortunately the underneath was a little too soupy but still tasted good. My sorbet was just right in that the texture was smooth, not sticky, and not too sweet; just the right tartness. The portion was huge though, 3 giant scoops, so was terribly stuffed by the time we finished. Next time we'll know better and stop with the mains.

    Receipt

    Ok... I understand "Steakhouse" pricing can be extreme but... Steakhouses are a creature unto themselves. I found it odd, if not petty and greedy, to make every little thing a la carte. You want bread? There's a fee. You want salad or soup? Nope. Extra I got an 8oz tenderloin for $59. If I'd ordered it on its own it would have appeared as a small piece of meat, a charred red jalapeño and sprig of thyme for decoration in the middle of a plate as big as an LP. Sides- $12-14 more. But... a vodka cocktail with 2 mixers ITEMIZED?!? $12 for vodka, PLUS $2.50 for soda, and PLUS $2.50 for juice. SERIOUSLY??? They had a lil touchscreen cocktailmenu with several specialty cocktails averaging $14, so what the hell? If it just said $17 I would've rolled my eyes and thought, "Eh, steakhouse prices." Maybe don't itemize the mixers for a cocktail? Steakhouse dining is something to be done rarely, and maybe for a special occasion only. Charging for mixers should be done NEVER!

    Salmon  Daily Fish & Shellfish
    Denise M.

    Absolutely love this place! Came for dinner after hiking in Zion. The view is beautiful. The service was just as amazing as the food.

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    Best steakhouse in Zion. A welcome refuge from all of the mediocre tourist restaurants. Classic steakhouse atmosphere, friendly service.

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    Cowboys & Angels - Best bartender ever!

    Cowboys & Angels

    4.6(115 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    This place is a hidden gem. Gabriel was the best. Hooked us up and made us feel important. Well…read moreworth the stop.

    The hubs found this place while searching for things to try while we were in Zion. He said I'd love…read moreit because of their cocktails -- and I gotta say, I was impressed. We ended up going twice during our vacation. The first time was Sunday night around 8 PM. It was busy, but Tristin helped us pretty quickly. They also had a Sunday special on Old Fashioneds for $9. My husband said they were delicious and the price was a bonus . I ordered one of their signature cocktails -- the Cactus Fruit Margarita -- and it was the perfect balance of tart and sweet. We went back again on Wednesday night after our Narrows hike as a little treat before heading home Thursday. It was even busier that night, but the power team of Gabriel, Ethan, and Tristin was on deck. Gabriel and Ethan's hustling orders left and right. Tristin was cleaning, preparing and helping the guys out as much as possible when needed. This trip made everyone feel welcomed while serving drinks to perfection. This night I had -The Lasso and Pornstar Martini. These were my favorite ! Husband had the same -House Old Fashioned. We had a great time both visits and definitely recommend this place as a perfect nightcap spot. One thing I'll say -- if you go and see it's busy, be patient with these guys. They work really hard to make sure your drinks come out delicious and made right.

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    Cactus Fruit Margarita House Old Fashioned

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    Bar where they make all handmade speciality cocktails

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    Bit & Spur Restaurant & Saloon - Chocolate bundt cake with peppermint ice cream

    Bit & Spur Restaurant & Saloon

    4.2(1.3k reviews)
    0.0 mi
    $$

    Saw some of the photos on the Yelp and Instagram, and honestly was not impressed... but wow…read more The food was fantastic. Very flavorful, proteins were moist and tender, salsas and sides were fresh. The service was great. Side note - Try the hot sauce! VERY flavorful with a little kick. I typically only like hot sauces that have flavor and aren't just spicy. Drinks are dumb cheap. In all, would definitely return and would definitely recommend!

    We stopped at Bit & Spur during our trip to Springdale and unfortunately it was a miss for us. The…read morerestaurant has an older bar-style ambiance, which may appeal to some, but the food did not live up to the reviews we had seen. We started with the chips, salsa, and queso. One thing to note is that the chips and salsa are ordered separately, and the queso is an added extra charge on top of that. For our meals, we ordered the special swordfish taco and the carne asada tacos. Both proteins lacked flavor and were heavily covered with pineapple salsa, which overpowered everything else. The tacos themselves were very bland and desperately needed salt. Once we added salt, they became much more enjoyable. The same went for the rice and beans -- both were pretty flavorless until seasoned. The highlight of our experience was Jimenez (Hopefully I'm spelling his name correctly) who did a great job handling a very busy bar section. Service was attentive despite how packed it was, and we appreciated that. Overall, the food just did not meet expectations, especially for the price point. Sadly, Bit & Spur would be a hard pass for us if we return to Springdale.

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    Pool table

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    Red Rock Grill - Huckleberry ice cream

    Red Rock Grill

    3.2(212 reviews)
    5.3 mi
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    04/16/26 The food…read moreand service were exceptional. We ordered and shared the bison burger and the elk chop. Both were delicious and cooked perfectly. We were on a trip celebrating our anniversary and we were offered complimentary dessert to help us celebrate after dinner. Even though we were stuffed, we took our waiter up on his offer. I enjoy trying small batch local ice cream and our server took the time to go find out where the ice cream was made. He let us know that the ice cream was from Salt Lake City and I settled on getting the Huckleberry ice cream - it did not disappoint. The limoncello ricatta cheesecake was equally delicious. We had a reservation for 7pm and ended up being ready for dinner much earlier. I didn't see a way to change our reservation so I just made a new one for 5:15pm with no problem. It was just after 5 and I had no issues making a new reservation online. We did see several people come in and get turned away since they did not have a reservation. They were told the next reservation was not until 8pm. The restaurant was pretty much empty and there were quite a few tables still open when we were leaving. We enjoyed our meal and had no issues, but it does seem like you need to make a reservation and the best way is online and not through the hostess.

    We recently dined at the Red Rock Grill at Zion Lodge and had mixed feelings about the experience…read more We ordered the elk chop, bison burger, and bean burger. The burgers themselves were actually good -- the bison burger was flavorful and thankfully not dry, which can sometimes happen with bison. The fries, however, tasted like they had been sitting out for a while. I ordered the elk chop because I had never tried elk before and was excited for the experience. Since I was unfamiliar with how elk is typically prepared, I trusted our server to guide us if needed. Unfortunately, our server -- an older gentleman with glasses and thinning hair -- seemed rushed from the start. He avoided eye contact, took our order hastily, and never once asked how I wanted the elk cooked. When the food arrived, the outside of the elk looked fine, but the center was extremely raw. At first I assumed maybe that was simply how elk is prepared. It wasn't until I overheard the table behind us ordering the same dish and being asked how they wanted it cooked that I realized we had never been given that option. I looked up elk preparation on my phone and learned it is commonly served medium rare because it's such a lean meat. I called the waiter over and explained that my chop was raw in the center. He looked at it and said, "Yup, that's raw." I mentioned that he never asked how I wanted it cooked, and he offered no response or apology. He simply asked, "Anything else?" took the plate, and walked away. As he was leaving, he turned around and casually asked if I wanted another chop. At that point, the poor attitude and lack of service had already ruined the experience. My mother even commented that she felt we were treated differently. To make matters worse, when he returned with our expensive bill, he never checked on us again or even offered dessert. The food itself had potential, but the service completely overshadowed the meal. We left disappointed and wishing we had spoken to a manager before leaving. But wilL never visit this establishment again. There's other option. It was convenience since we were staying inside Zion lodge. We dined with them on May 23 at 745 pm reservation we eat inside since they were closing the outside at 8 pm.

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    Red Rock Grill - Bison burger

    Bison burger

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    King's Landing Bistro - Steak special with root veg mash

    King's Landing Bistro

    4.5(784 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$$

    This was such a great find on our recent trip…read more We got a fantastic table on their charming patio later in the afternoon and it was just perfect. The views, the general ambiance about the grounds and restaurant... just awesome. We, of course, overate because everything sounded so good. And every dish delivered, with a nice presentation and great flavors. Service was outstanding. Drinks and wine were great. Nice wine list. Would return in a heartbeat and can't recommend more highly!

    5 plus! We were here mid April on a beautiful evening,…read morewith the sun hitting the Watchmen and other ridges in that range and it was superb! But that's just where the experience starts, and continues whilst your selection of food and beverages are served with little tips, anecdotes and expertise without anything feeling like it's a spiel. Now the food - tremendous! I'm actually forlorn we love so far away this isn't our local! As a couple, we always share. Our choice over two evenings (one being takeout as we weren't staying at the connected hotel were: Steak tartare (I don't enjoy eggs and they accommodated this by putting them in the side) Spanish octopus Golden beets carpaccio Bolognese with the golden trio of meat blend Duck confit cassoulet Pork chop Honestly, I would order any single one of these again without hesitation. Everything component belonged on each dish, and pleasant to eat separately or piled on the fork as one mouthful. (Also appreciated when getting our takeout order that chef referred to cutlery as cutlery - rare in the US - specially when plastic takeout) Don't miss this on your Zion trip, and definitely worth going out of the way for!

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    King's Landing Bistro - Wagyu steak special with brocollini

    Wagyu steak special with brocollini

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    Stage Coach Grille - Cowboy Ribeye Steak 14oz - yum!

    Stage Coach Grille

    4.2(1.1k reviews)
    14.9 mi
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    Such a lovely evening, I walked to stage coach under a beautiful desert sunset and had a delicious…read moremeal. The salmon was flakey, with a little crunch on the exterior and incredible flavor. I chatted with the staff about our concerns for the world but more so the hope we still share for our future. The world is heavy right now, good company and good food make it better though. Not to mention a Moscow Mule: their ginger beer was so smooth with just the right amount of snap to it, and I swear it almost had some kind of sage ending to it. Divine. Thank you all for the meal, so happy I wasn't too tired to make the trek. Legend has it that Zion is the Holy City... Perhaps these are the mountains Jesus will return to us in with the sound of horns to save us from this uncertain future. I'm willing to believe it. Keep the hope alive.

    It's obvious that this is the community hangout-lots of folks here on a Friday night enjoying a…read morenice dinner. Even though there were lots of people there, we were seated right away. The menu has plenty of options, including burgers, steaks and even some seafood dishes. I opted for the clam chowder and a dinner salad while my dinner partner enjoyed the pork chop. The clam chowder was just ok-nothing to write home about. But the bite I had of pork chop from across the table was pretty good. Seems right-this is more of a meat and potatoes place. The service was a little off-putting. When we arrived, there were three girls gathered around the host table chatting. They weren't too eager to pause their conversation to greet us. throughout the night, we observed them behaving silly-much like I'd expect to see at the high school cafeteria. And our server did his job, but couldn't be bothered with friendly chit chat or a smile. I get the sense that tourists might be more of a burden than a support and if we were locals we might have been treated differently. If you can fit in with the local crowd (i.e. denim jeans and boots) you might be just fine. And order the steak-it looks good.

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    Patio

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    Side salad (part of the steak entree)

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