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    Tamarisk Restaurant

    4.3 (1k reviews)
    ModerateDiners, New American
    Open 7:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Hannah N.

    The Tamarisk is a must try if you're ever in Green River. My husband's family likes to go on long desert rides to the San Rafael Swell, so they have been here a lot and highly recommend it! I've tried it a few times and love the vibes! For starters, the views are amazing. You can see the river from most tables. It's especially great if you get a table right by the window. This visit we were lucky enough to see a great blue heron in the water. Totally gorg!! For food, it is classic southwestern diner food. We started with the Navajo fry bread. It is on the denser side but still really good! I had the turkey bacon avocado sandwich and it was good. It could've used a sauce on it. I'm sure they'd provide one if requested. The sweet potato fries are amazing. 5/5 love love love! Everyone enjoyed their food. They were a little busy this time and the service wasn't as quick as usual, but we were all having fun hanging out. Overall, it was a great experience, and I would highly recommend!!

    Brian D.

    The fried cod is perfectly cooked in clean oil you can tell... I took photos everything including the abeyance and service is the bomb. Was recommended and now I pass that on to you!!!

    Navajo Fry Bread with chicken, corn, beans, cheese, avocado, plus red and green sauce

    Really happy we stopped in here on a cross country roadtrip. Food was delicious, server Anna was delightful, and clean restrooms. We love local places with authentic hospitality, and we'd recommend anyone stop here. Even bought a sticker and a geode from the small assortment of gifts and t-shirts near the register.

    Diem N.

    I love the whole vibe of this restaurant. Everyone so friendly. The service was quick and great. The food was hot and delicious. If you are in the area you need to stop by .

    Ruthy V.

    Great spot to stop by to eat on a roadtrip ! My French dip was shockingly tender. I would recommend getting their desserts too

    Nicho S.

    A T-bone steak with fire roasted corn and mashed potatoes was my order. Overall excellent food. Hardy and homemade accompanied by friendly customer service provided by a super hot waitress, I forgot her name, but it started with an A, lol, great location by the river and friendly small town vibe!

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    Paul L.

    The Tamarisk Restaurant overlooks the Green River and, inside, is a very large lighted sign hanging from a wall that says RURAL & PROUD. There is, indeed, a sense of pride in this restaurant that has a long and varied menu. There are little design touches that make this an inviting place. It seems to be a beacon because the parking lot is often filled with the cars and big trucks of locals who are probably regulars. Portions here are large. My tasty gringo version of huevos rancheros for breakfast could have served two or three people. As I sat in the predawn looking out the floor to ceiling windows at the river while sipping my black coffee, this was the best seat in town. There are few restaurant choices but Tamarisk seems to do a good job of serving the community and the many travelers who stop in Green River on their way to more iconic places east and west of Interstate 70.

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    Kim T.

    We really enjoyed our lunch at the Tamarisk restaurant yesterday. It has a great view of the green river and a friendly atmosphere. We were greeted warmly and seated and then our server Anna introduced herself and we asked her about any favorite menu items of her. She suggested that we try one of the fry bread tacos. How often are you going to have authentic Navajo fry bread topped with delicious taco toppings. There is a beef option in a chicken option. We got the chicken open face taco with guacamole, cheese, black beans, and roasted corn. It was incredible and definitely the right choice. You're not gonna find this anywhere else probably. It was plenty for us to share the single dish and we actually had a bit of leftovers to take home. Highly recommend stopping here. It's very scenic and the food is terrific as well as the service.

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    Benjamin C.

    Strolled into green river and was looking for a nice spot for dinner. Tamarisk delivers with great food, superb service and just a nice relaxed ambiance. Solid choice.

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    Marie D.

    Staying overnight in Green River and Tamarisk is really the only option in town for non-fast food. Fortunately it turned out to be a great option! We timed our visit for sunset and got seated immediately in a nice window booth facing west with a view of the river. The menu is extensive and has lots of options. We enjoyed a beer while looking the menu over. Tom ordered chicken fajitas which he liked - generous portion and the server added guac for no add'l charge. Served with the usual accompaniments plus cilantro rice and black beans. I ordered the 12 oz sirloin, med rare, plus mashed potatoes and gravy and steamed broccoli. The steak was cooked perfectly and the broccoli was nice and crisp. Mashed potatoes tasted homemade with, at my request, brown gravy. All good! Our server, a young man not yet old enough to serve alcohol, was really nice and attentive. Total tab before tip was $59. Would definitely return to this great local restaurant next time passing through.

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    Wendy F.

    Beautiful location with a view! Food was delicious we had the chicken salad, country fried steak, soup of the day and the peanut butter mocha! I recommend all the dishes! Staff was attentive and friendly! Definitely sit by the window if you can to see the River.

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    Susan S.

    Welcome to a true oasis in Utah! You go here for comfort food and end up happy - definitely the best food and service option in Green River and for at least an hour's drive either direction. Dinner was even better than breakfast at the Tamarisk Restaurant! We especially enjoyed the "chicken fried" steak and chicken with fresh veggie options on the side. They make cocktails (super sweet!) and offer a nice little selection of wines. For breakfast I got an omelette that was overcooked with a very dense biscuit. Really wish I'd gone with the pancakes and sausage I saw other people happily devouring. The regular coffee here is great - and they have all the latte options as well. Beautiful view of the Green River from this charming restaurant - cozy, positive vibes inside. Note: We stayed overnight in one of the rooms downstairs and LOVED it - and your breakfast is included with the room price.

    Joshua L.

    Seated quickly and listened to the waitress chat it up for 8 mins as we patiently waited to be served. Had to get up and ask if there was a waitress. She(Barb) finally stated what can I get for you. Put our orders in and Barb went to another table and started chatting with another couple. She just continued to yap and yap about personal stuff. Finally got our Navajo bread. Very tasty. Chicken fajitas had plenty of veggies but bland. Beans and rice needed salt. Wife enjoyed the chicken fried steak.

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    2 months ago

    Everything was wonderful!! Views of River!! Food choices. Serve great!! A bar while waiting would be nice.

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    Great food, restrooms, lending library, coffee bar and pastries, and gift items. Staff were friendly! Clean and inviting!

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    7 months ago

    Food was dynamite. Fun place to have dinner when you're driving from Denver, CO and your destination is Cedar City, Utah.

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    It was just OK...food, service and very noisy. Not many other sit-down restaurant choices in Green River!

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    Is takeout an option?

    Yes, there were people waiting for takeout when I was there

    Is the restroom clean?

    From my recollection it was.. had a 7 year old with me and we were on a long road trip, so we absolutely used it and I do not recall anything being off

    Do they deliver?

    Delivery is not available.

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    Cactus Jacks Moab

    4.5
    (306 reviews)
    43.2 mi
    $$

    We came here for breakfast towards the end of our trip, and the menu, first off, had something for…read moreeveryone with a Mexican influence. We sat at this huge table in the middle, with cactus and succulents and southwest decor about the walls. Not overdone, very desert themed (of course). My wife ordered an omelette and my daughter some pancakes. I went with a biscuit that was huge - friend chicken, bacon, over easy egg, gravy, grilled jalapeños. Hit the spot, it was incredible and everything my breakfast had been missing the previous 43 years of life. Our server was Alyssa, or Alissa - the name was the same both days but spelled differently and 2 different people. Yes, it was so good and fresh and service amazing we went back a second time! I tried a different biscuit, and then and there decided I did not want to ever visit Moab and not eat here. We waited the second time to get a seat, didn't even care. Both servers were amazing, unfortunately I did NOT write their names down and I'm writing a review from a year ago, but the truly had the same name, just different spelling. In fact, our server from our first visit was there with her family as a customer when we were there the second time! As someone who spent my careers in restaurants, that is not only a testament to the quality of the food but also the culture of the establishment: you can't put a price on that. I can't wait to go back!

    There was a line when we got here at 9:30 on a Sunday morning, but it went fast. Clearly, a popular…read morespot for breakfast. The menu is fantastic-so many options. We got the AM Tacos (with bacon) and the Southwest Bowl (with fried chicken) and an order of Mini-Jacks. The tacos were so good! I asked for a side of green chile sauce and that made them next level. We don't recommend getting fried chicken on the SW Bowl. The bowl was great, but the chicken was only okay. A little tough and chewy and probably not the best choice for that meal. The mini jacks were the star of the show! Fluffy, light, with a hint of sweetness and served with a huge dollop of soft butter. The restaurant was busy, but our service was great and it was a relaxed vibe. Lots of folks looked like they were heading out or getting back from outdoor activities.

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    Veggie omelette with a chicken fried steak on the side
    Veggie omelette with a chicken fried steak on the side
    Biscuits and gravy - very good

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    Milt's Stop & Eat

    Milt's Stop & Eat

    4.0
    (860 reviews)
    43.7 mi
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    If you're looking for one of those burgers that's so good and so greasy you end up using a stack of…read morenapkins, this is the place. My partner and I both ordered the Cowboy Jalapeño Cheeseburger. He had the tater tots and a large soda, and I went with the french fries and a large chocolate shake. The burger absolutely blew me away. I love a good burger, and this one shot straight to the top of my list. It was juicy, flavorful, perfectly messy, and worth every napkin. And the fries... don't even get me started. I honestly don't think I've ever had fries quite like these. Crispy on the outside, fluffy inside, and incredibly addictive. This place just screams local in all the best ways. There's no indoor seating but there are plenty of shaded picnic tables outside that make for a great place to enjoy your meal. Summer hours are 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. If you're anywhere near Moab, do yourself a favor and stop here. This is the kind of burger you'll be thinking about long after you've left town.

    Famous burger joint in Moab. Lots of outdoor seating in the shade and under trees…read more - Burger was good but was slapped together and all the ingredients fell off as well as the bun falling apart. It was a mess on both of our burgers. -Tater Tots were cooked perfectly and were delicious. Next time I'll try chili fries instead. Shakes are killer!

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    My ground beef tacos!
    My ground beef tacos!
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    Jailhouse Cafe

    Jailhouse Cafe

    4.2
    (675 reviews)
    43.0 mi
    $$

    my experience was great. We got seated very quickly by this one guy. I don't know his name but he…read morehad earrings and a tattoo and he was very quick and very observant. And I would like to go there again! And FYI went there Sunday, June 14

    This restaurant is known for their Eggs Benedict, Swedish Pancakes and their thick bacon. We…read moreordered 2 of these items and agreed with the recommendations. The Eggs Benedict are really so delicious. They use a non-traditional hollandaise sauce which, amazingly amped up the flavor of the eggs! And the eggs were perfectly made so that the whites were thoroughly cooked and the yolk was runny. Odd, but this is a difficult thing to get in a restaurant. The meal was served with delicious home fries where the potatoes were moist and flavored. We also ordered a side of their thick bacon, which had a bit of a different flavor - very nice. The bacon was perfectly cooked. We took a chance on the egg scramble, which had lots of promise with the many ingredients listed, but the eggs were overcooked and dry, so the other ingredients couldn't compensate. They served the eggs with a very nice bread for their toast. We almost didn't come here as we only saw the side of the building, which was a very small house looking structure. But as you continue down the street, you can see that they have expanded their restaurant to include the dining area: an "inside" area and a patio area. All of this new structure is glass or plastic windows, they have heating and cooling to accommodate for the time of day and they did a great job of making a pleasant eatery. Everyone we met at the restaurant was pleasant and kind. It was such an enjoyable time. We have a few more days in Moab, so we will be back.

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