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    Whiptail Grill

    4.1 (1.3k reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated a few days ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
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    Outdoor seating

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    Bbq bacon burger. Carne asada taco. Fries.
    Eric J.

    I drove all the way from Los Angeles because of the great Yelp reviews, expecting an amazing meal. That turned out to be my biggest mistake. I ordered the BBQ Bacon Burger and the Carne Asada Taco Plate. The burger was clearly made long before it was served and had been sitting under a warmer for far too long. The bun and patty were dry, and the sauce was so ordinary that I honestly would have preferred a burger from McDonald's. The carne asada tacos were even worse. The meat wasn't seasoned at all, and there were far too many large chunks of fat, making it unpleasant to chew. It tasted like it was made by someone who doesn't even know the basics of making tacos. I asked for some hot sauce, and later noticed they had charged me an extra $2 for it. When I asked why, the employee (or maybe the owner) simply said, "If you don't want it, I'll take it off." That wasn't the point. I could have paid the $2 without any problem, but the attitude was rude and unprofessional, and honestly disgusting. If you're going to serve tacos, at least learn the basics. I'd suggest taking a trip to Los Angeles and learning how real tacos are made. While you're there, maybe stop by McDonald's and see how they make a better burger, too. The food was a huge disappointment and completely failed to live up to the Yelp ratings. My trip to Zion National Park didn't start well because of this meal, but thankfully the sunset was beautiful enough to make me forget about this terrible dining experience.

    Burrito
    Bill B.

    Dropped in when we first arrived to town for lunch. Good outdoor ambience and great service. Food good and generous portions.

    Stuffed pepper with chicken
    Tracy N.

    We were looking for a restaurant open late, and we stumbled on a total gem. The whiptail grill was perfect. The hostess greeted us with a warm smile and Jesus was ready for our drink order as soon as we sat in the beautiful courtyard looking out at Zion National Park. We had the stuffed peppers, we ordered it with chicken which we were surprised was not in the pepper, but not to worry it was amazing. We also had the chicken tostada,I could had drank the sauce it was that good.

    Swan L.

    We came here in our most recent Zion National Park visit and it was definitely 3 stars for service, maybe 3.5 stars for food. It was so hard to get the servers' attention and they hardly came around to the patio tables. We got the kids a quesadilla with rice and refried beans and I got the skirt steak taco dish with black beans. The way the kids plate was plated was not at all kid friendly, smearing the refried beans artistically on a flat plate made it impossible for the toddlers to try to scoop up to eat. The quesadilla and my tacos were quite delicious but my black beans were also a bit undercooked.

    Chips, salsa and a manhattan
    Janna C.

    Our server, Caesar, was really great and genuinely enhanced our experience. While the food itself was just okay, the warm hospitality from all the staff was refreshing compared to other local spots we've tried, and that alone made a difference. I have a pretty high standard for Mexican food, so I wasn't blown away -- but I also wasn't disappointed. Portions were very generous, especially the chips and salsa. Drink-wise, the Manhattan was nice and strong, and the fresh raspberry lemonade was amazing. For food, the carne asada tacos were my favorite -- well seasoned and not your usual asada, but very tasty. I'd definitely recommend the carne over the chicken tacos. The chicken tacos were fajita-style, but I think the chicken could've used a little more seasoning. The black beans were fine, but I preferred the refried beans (also great for dipping!). The rice was a bit bland in my opinion. I'm used to LA tacos with bold flavors, so the seasoning here felt more mild -- which makes sense given the diverse crowd of tourists visiting Zion from all over the world. Overall, I would totally come back. The service was excellent, the food was decent, prices were fair, and portions were very generous.

    Salmon fish tacos
    Claire B.

    Really good, fresh Mexican food - I had the Avocado and corn salad with grilled shrimp - the lettuce and vegetable were nice, fresh, and crisp. Husband had Salmon (fish of the day) fish taco which were delicious. Margaritas. Fredy, the waiter - was friendly, funny. We sat outside at the picnic tables - what a view looking up and seeing the mountains.

    Casey S.

    Whiptail Grill -- stopped here for dinner to enjoy some Mexican food after a long day exploring. Food: I ordered the Whiptail Burrito, which was flavorful and satisfying, and I really appreciated the classic rice and refried beans, something a lot of places back home don't do anymore. ‍ Service: Our waiter, Cesar, was attentive and helpful throughout the meal. Aesthetic: The outdoor seating provided a relaxed, scenic atmosphere that made for a perfect evening dining experience.

    Shrimp tacos were perfect! Everything was fresh and perfect!
    Megan M.

    If you enjoy a margarita/ with chips and dip, while watching a beautiful sunset on the Zion Mountain, this is it. The food was fresh- with homemade tortillas, excellent portion sizes, authentic music, a little privacy, and a lot of wait staff attention, this is it!

    BBQ burger and fries
    Katie S.

    We really enjoyed our experience here. The service was so fast and friendly. The food was great except for the fries, which had a moderately strange texture. It is a nice space to enjoy and they have a huge patio! Mu husband got the BBQ burger and fries and enjoyed it. My shrimp tacos were excellent and I would love to try some of their other menu items.

    Chile Relleno and wings
    Haley H.

    I was talking to a local and asked for a recommendation for wings. She recommended Whiptail Grill. When we got to Whiptail, I realized it was a Mexican restaurant. I was a little apprehensive because I know authentic Mexican food. I did not expect to find authentic Mexican food in Utah. With that expectation set, I was still a little let down. The Chile Relleno was great. I chose to add a protein (steak). I was disappointed to see the Chile Relleno come out with the steak on the side. The rice was very bland, could have been seasoned more. The salsa is a very basic tomato salsa. Which is great for the average public. Our server, Cesar did bring out a spicer salsa. It definitely exceeded my expectations and glad they do have a spicer option. The wings were wings. Nothing to write home about. Frank's red hot, normal wings. But I did not expect much from a Mexican restaurant. The margaritas were just ok. I've definitely had better. Prices are slight high side. Expect to spend $100 for two people.

    Chile Relleno
    Janet K.

    Whiptail Grill has officially stolen the title of my favorite restaurant in Springdale. If you're craving bold flavors with a creative twist, this casual Mexican fusion gem is a must-visit. I had their famous chile relleno, and wow now I understand what all the buzz is about. It was beautifully presented, packed with flavor. The outdoor seating is the cherry on top. With the red rock cliffs of Zion towering around you, the views are just breathtaking. It's peaceful, scenic, and the perfect setting to unwind after a day of exploring. The service was warm, welcoming, and incredibly attentive without being overbearing. Every staff member we encountered made us feel like we were right at home. And as a bonus--we were treated to nature's own dinner show. A baby hummingbird and its mother perched right above the patio, flitting in and out of their nest and keeping us completely enchanted throughout our meal. Just magical.

    Spaghetti squash enchiladas
    Joan R.

    Went here with friends for dinner on a Friday night. It was pretty packed but our group of 6 was seated right away. Looks like an old gas station converted to a restaurant which was fun. I liked that there were a couple of options that I could have made vegan, but would be nice to have a vegan entree. I was able to order the spaghetti squash enchiladas without cheese, and it was delicious, served with black beans and rice. My daughter ordered the veggie tacos and we split those, which were quite good. Guacamole and salsa was also good. A bit pricey like everything in Springdale

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    Lisa N.

    Okay- I think it's worth noting PARTIES OF 5 or more will be charged 18% gratuity... but where they get you... is when they bring you the bill they neglect to tell you this and they don't give you a tangible receipt, instead you have to scroll through a kiosk that has a screen about 1/2 the size of an iPhone screen. So I didn't see the 18%, I would've tipped 20%, because service was great. Instead I tipped 18% then another 20%. When I asked why the bill was so high our waiter said he would print out a receipt. Then I saw the almost $70 tip total!?!? The waiter rectified the situation but if I hadn't of asked, I feel like I would've been swindled. Food had mixed reviews- I had the Goat Cheese Chile Relleno which was Outstanding! Others in my party had the burger (it was Ho-hum... but what do you expect from a Mexican restaurant?) Another had the dinner salad. It was pretty traditional. Last one in my group had the Sweet Pork Tacos. There were ALOT of onions on this one and 2 tacos were fully loaded. I'm amazed that along with the rice and beans the plate was cleared. It was a lot of food. Taste was good. For apps- we got the trio. Which was a good deal of dips but certainly not enough chips for the dips. So we ended up ordering extra chips. You'd think you'd get enough chips to equal out the amount of dips. When we walked up at 5:00 with a party of 5, they did not have a table large enough inside to accommodate our group so we had to eat outside. It was so windy, the chips in the basket were flying out of the basket. The menu went flying all over the table and we couldn't keep our napkins on our laps. Overall we had some hurdles but the food was quality. Moral of my story- sit inside, if you're a party of 5 ask for a printed receipt and maybe skip the trio unless you're ready to order more chips.

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    The food, service, and setting, are all spectacular by far the best place to eat in the Zion National Park area.

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    Camp Outpost - Camp Burger with a gluten free burger and gluten free French Fries

    Camp Outpost

    4.3(651 reviews)
    0.3 mi
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    Staying at a VRBO while visiting Zion National park and this popped up on my Yelp for eateries…read morenearby. Heck, it was right across the street! There is indoor and outdoor seating but definitely try to eat outside. The view is so beautiful. The menu was pretty varied from tacos, sandwiches, burgers and meats. The drink menu was good too with lots of different draft beers and cocktails. We had the crispy Brussel sprouts -so good! The beer battered shrimp tacos on corn tortilla was really good and came with chips. Do try the "dirty soda"--vanilla root beer, coconut cream and lime. Loved it. The staff was super nice and even accommodated my request for no added salt. Definitely recommending this place!

    I recently visited Camp Outpost and had a mixed experience. On the positive side, my burger was…read moreabsolutely delicious, and the fries were perfect--crisp on the outside and fluffy on the inside. The fried pickles were also fantastic, especially with the great ranch dip. However, the Mission Salad was just ok. We actually had to reorder it because they initially forgot to add the roasted corn and black beans. If a server had been available, this could have been addressed immediately. Instead, I had to go up to the counter, wait for someone, and then let them know about the order issue. Even after it was remade, there was simply too much lettuce, and for the price, it really isn't worth it. Service-wise, I was frustrated by having to tip before even being served. Additionally, the staff never checked on us during our meal to see if everything was good or to refill our water. I'm torn between a 3-star and a 4-star review because service means everything, especially in this day and age where everything is outrageously expensive.

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    MeMe's Cafe - Sweet Potato chips

    MeMe's Cafe

    4.5(2.8k reviews)
    0.6 mi
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    MeMe's has a charm and down-home atmosphere you can't fake. MeMe herself is all over the…read morerestaurant, taking orders, greeting guests, and sharing fun facts about her menu. Homemade BBQ sauce! The slow-cooked pork is cooked for 14 hours! This is a woman who takes pride in her food and enjoys her job! Very nice servers too. Food is delicious! I ordered the BBQ salad with aforementioned shredded pork. What a masterpiece of a salad. Plenty of juicy shredded pork, lots of real bacon pieces, mixed greens, cheddar cheese, cabbage, tomatoes and onions in perfect harmony! Pour that BBQ sauce and ranch all over, and you have yourself just the ticket after hiking 7 miles! My hubby snagged the pork verde crepes which he loved too. Check out the pics! MeMe went out of her way to find me a size small t-shirt that is beautifully screenprinted with a design that celebrates both Zion Canyon and MeMe's! Check them out! Unfortunately, it was a tad too big for me but they probably have your size. The meal was very reasonable for Zion/Springdale. We ate at the Red Rock Grill at the Lodge the night before. This meal was superior and half the price. The menu here is creative and unique. I loved this lil café with a lot of clocks, a bit of funk, and a thoroughly engaging owner in MeMe herself!! Go here for a yummy dining adventure when you are sick of the same ole overpriced steak and fish.

    Mid-day stop, it was super hot and there was no where to park for the Zion brewery. We were hangry…read moreas heck, so yelp led us here. Split two burgers. The one I had we ordered medium rare, and this thing came out pretty rare.....but refer back to hangry as heck, so we ate it......and our tummies paid the price later that day (both of us that had it). In hindsight we should have had it cook more. 1 Fresh and Juicy IPA 7.00 1 Mushroom Swiss Burger 18.00 ADD: Add Burger 3.50 SIDES: Sweet Potato Fries 2.00 1 Jalapeno Popper Burger 19.00 ADD: Add Burger 3.50 This came to about $65 for lunch w tip. Update: After this review the owner reached out to my to apologize and try to make it right. She takes pride in her biz and I love this and would absolutely go in next time we are there. Love to support biz like this .

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    Oscar's Cafe - Deliciousness!

    Oscar's Cafe

    4.4(3k reviews)
    0.6 mi
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    After a long day of walking around and hiking in Zion, Oscar's Cafe in Springdale was exactly the…read morekind of place I wanted for dinner! After seeing all of the amazing reviews on Yelp, I just had to stop by! I stopped by around 7 in the evening and sat outside, which ended up being such a good choice. The outdoor seating had a really fun, relaxed feel to it, and it was nice to just sit down, eat, and enjoy the Springdale atmosphere! We were at the Zion National Park all day. I ordered the Philly cheesesteak on sourdough with just the steak and cheese, and it was so yummy! The meat was juicy and tender. The sandwich itself was satisfying. The sourdough was a great addition too. I don't typically have sourdough bread with my philly cheesesteak. I also had the chips with guacamole and salsa, and those were so delicious! The guacamole and salsa tasted fresh and homemade! I ended up eating all of the guacamole with the chips! It was so yummy. The salsa was slightly spicy. I also tried a bite of the garlic cheeseburger, and the patty was juicy and flavorful. I only had a bite, but it was enough to know that would be a good choice too! Service was great, and everything about the meal felt easy and enjoyable. After a full day at Zion, this was such a fun dinner spot and definitely one of those places I'd recommend if you're staying in Springdale or visiting the park. Oscar's Café is a must visit in Springdale. Good food, good service, outdoor seating, and a really fun post hike vibe. I'd absolutely come back.

    Pretty good place with large portions. The menu is a fusion of American and Mexican. Being from…read moreCalifornia, I have a refined pallet for Mexican and this is definitely not authentic but still very delicious and filling. The veggie options are a nice fusion of healthy-Mexican- American and worth trying. I loved the vinaigrette given in the side salads! A dill/lime mix. I would eat here again after a long hike.

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    Wild Thyme Bistro At Trees Ranch - Wagyu burger

    Wild Thyme Bistro At Trees Ranch

    4.6(271 reviews)
    2.6 mi
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    Free parking
    Outdoor seating

    We came here after a long day of hiking and were pleasantly surprised to see an elk burger on the…read moremenu! Yes, elk! I'm not a picky eater and I'm always willing to try something new, but wow... this was SO good. Good enough that next time, I'm ordering a whole burger for myself! We also tried the Wagyu, which was really good, but honestly, the elk burger was the star of the show. The restaurant is small and cute, with outdoor seating as well. Parking is free for customers, and you may even get to see some wild turkeys while you're there! . Definitely recommend stopping by, especially if you're feeling adventurous and want to try something different.

    Our family of 6 had a wonderful lunch at Wild Thyme! The service was excellent especially from our…read moreserver Jaden, and the food was held to a very high standard--everything we tried was delicious. We started with the pretzel bites, which came with two tasty dipping sauces. The kids loved the handcrafted flavored lemonades, and I enjoyed the Lavender Haze, which was really good. We tried a variety of dishes, but the Pistachio Chicken was definitely the standout. I also really enjoyed my Turkey Bacon Cranberry Wrap. The views from Wild Thyme are stunning, making the dining experience even better. There's plenty of indoor seating, as well as a dog-friendly outdoor patio. A couple of things to note: there is no Wi-Fi, and a 3% fee is added to credit card transactions. Overall, we had a great experience and would definitely return!

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    Zion Pizza & Noodle - One of their pizza specials sans tomatoes

    Zion Pizza & Noodle

    4.1(1.3k reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$

    Great service. Food came out quick! The menu was all you needed. We ordered the cesar salad and it…read morewas the first thing that came out. Nice size for a table. The calzone was easily a portion enough for two people. Tons of mozzarella cheese, stuffed inside good amount of pepperoni and mushrooms as well. Marinara sauce was a bit salty, but overall great calzone.

    Our waiter saved this review from being lower. I wouldn't call this place a pizza place. It's…read morecrunchy flatbread shaped like pizza. Tastes fine but not traditional pizza. We asked for an inside table for A/C and waited an extra 15 mins to sit inside. Otherwise, a table was ready outside. After 15 mins, we were seated in the back patio, totally exposed to the outside elements. Not what we were expecting but we were hungry so we hunkered down on the patio, in the summer heat. The fly deterrent fan propellers were definitely needed and appreciated for the fly issue in the patio. Our waiter, Jaylin (sp?), was excellent. He brought us water right away. Took our drink and food order quickly and was very attentive throughout our meal. We ordered way too much food but it was fine for leftovers. The kids fettuccine with marinara sauce was good. Pepperoni and combo pizzas were ok. The crust was super crunchy. We parked in the back of the building. It could get packed during peak hours. Not sure if I would return. We are still looking for THE pizza spot in Zion.

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