Diners' Choice: American restaurants in Utah

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Updated 05 November 2026

Looking for restaurants with the best overall American cuisine in Utah? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyses more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favourites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Xetava

4.8

4.8 (209)

$30 and under

American

Ivins

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of Kayenta
Pronounced - Zay-tah-vah

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Jim

Dined 3 days ago

Good service, good food and excellent outdoor seating

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Popular dish

Crab Cakes

Communal

4.7

4.7 (756)

$30 and under

American

Provo

About the restaurant

Located in historic downtown Provo, Communal is a celebrated farm-to-table American restaurant known for its seasonal menus, locally sourced ingredients, and thoughtfully crafted dining experiences. Guests enjoy award-winning brunch, chef-driven dinner offerings, handcrafted cocktails, local beer, and curated wines in a warm, community-focused setting. Perfect for date nights, weekend brunch, special occasions, and group dining, Communal is one of Provo's premier destinations for contemporary American cuisine.

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Danielle

Dined on 31 Oct 2026

It was wonderful. The staff, the setting, the food. Some of the best flavor combinations I have ever had. There were 7 of us for a bday dinner. Some vegetarians, a vegan and meat lovers and everyone was excited and satisfied about the food. Our server was engaging and so patient with us. Perfect experience. Would highly recommend for any adult occasion.

Rusted Cactus

4.8

4.8 (196)

$31 to $50

American

Ivins

About the restaurant

Desert Charm, Inspired Cuisine

The menu at The Rusted Cactus provides unique dishes that capture the flavor of the season. Within the walls, the Lewis and MacKay families hope to create a dining experience with shared plates that will cultivate a love of food, friendship and new flavors.

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Connie

Dined on 4 Oct 2026

This is one of our regular favorites. A 10 on all levels

Black Sage

4.6

4.6 (333)

$50 and over

American

Virgin

About the restaurant

Experience Black Sage, extraordinary dining near Zion National Park, located at Open Sky Resort. Led by acclaimed Chef Charles Parcell, Black Sage redefines farm-to-table dining, offering refined, off-the-grid cuisine inspired by the land’s vibrant flavors and breathtaking beauty.

Each plate celebrates locally sourced ingredients from regional farms and purveyors, artfully crafted into dishes that are sophisticated and connected to nature for a chef-driven experience that harmonizes bold, seasonal tastes with modern culinary artistry. One of Utah's most unique dining experiences.

Dine in our intimate indoor space, where windows frame stunning views. Or enjoy an outdoor experience on our covered patio; the views remain into the winter season with temporary enclosure of the patio space. Serene and comfortable, perfect for romantic evenings and special occasions.

Located up Dalton Wash Road, a county-maintained gravel road, Black Sage is open to the public. Reservations required.

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MarcGold

Dined 4 days ago

Hostess was very welcoming and Orien was an excellent server. Both were professional. Food and beverages were flavorful. Well thought out, locally themed menu. Will certainly return.

Cordwood

4.4

4.4 (26)

$31 to $50

American

Springdale (Zion National Park)

About the restaurant

Farm to table dining is our passion at Zion Mountain Ranch. Our on-site restaurant Cordwood takes full advantage of our multiple organic gardens and aquaponic greenhouses to create a healthy and unique dining experience for our guests.

Above all else we are a ranch. Careful management of the land and healthy sustainable food production is at the heart of our operation. What isn’t grown here, our kitchen carefully sources ingredient by ingredient. While it is rewarding in itself to work the earth and enjoy it’s fruits, true satisfaction comes in sharing it with our guests.

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Lisa

Dined on 22 Oct 2026

Cordwood’s ranch/farmhouse vibe with upscale flair is perfect for the area. The views are amazing. Server was friendly and attentive. Beer and wine options were great. Dishes came out at the right time. Food was well prepared and delicious. We were staying at the Zion Mtn Ranch for two days and the remoteness had us worried with this being our only nearby food option. But it we ended up being very happy eating here.

Wood Ash Rye

4.5

4.5 (1144)

$31 to $50

American

St. George

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of downtown St. George at the beautiful Advenire, Autograph Collection, wood • ash • rye is a chef driven, award winning restaurant utilizing regionally sourced, fresh ingredients that rotate with the seasons.

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Jan

Dined on 29 Oct 2026

Gourmet food served artfully to share!!! Great idea ! Loved it!

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Thanksgiving Pre-Fixe 2026

La Jolla Groves - Provo

4.3

4.3 (1128)

$30 and under

American

Provo

About the restaurant

Using healthy and fresh ingredients, La Jolla Groves in Provo creates an upscale menu of American cuisine for guests to enjoy. Each recipe at La Jolla Groves offers a vibrant blend of flavors for a healthy and revitalizing meal. On the menu, you'll find such items as roasted mushroom bisque, beef tenderloin salad, shrimp scampi, roasted chicken alfredo, sautéed shrimp, filet steak sandwich and more.

From appetizer to dessert, you can be sure that the fare at La Jolla Groves is hardy as well as energizing. Finish off a healthy meal with homemade chocolate Bundt cake or the La Jolla Groves Lemon Cake to share with friends.

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Shayla

Dined on 30 Oct 2026

Food is very fresh and flavorful! Such a beautiful restaurant, our new favorite place!

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Popular dish

French Onion

Popular dish

Tenderloin Medallions

Popular dish

Tenderloin Salad

Ember Restaurant & Lounge

4.3

4.3 (88)

$30 and under

American

Moab

About the restaurant

Welcome to Ember, a live-fire restaurant at Red Cliffs Lodge Moab, where bold flavor, desert spirit, and rustic elegance come together under the Utah sky.

Gather around the glow. Ember celebrates the ancient art of cooking over flame, crafting modern American dishes inspired by the rugged beauty of Moab. With sweeping river views, smoky cocktails, and a warm, communal atmosphere, every visit invites you to taste the story of this wild landscape.

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zach

Dined 1 day ago

Best place we ate in or around Moab. Did not feel like a hotel restaurant. Pleasantly surprised with the quality and taste of everything we ordered.

Harvest Restaurant

4.3

4.3 (1062)

$30 and under

American

Lehi

About the restaurant

Harvest is a simple yet elegant and charming restaurant, a comfortable, fine-dining destination located in Water Tower Plaza at Thanksgiving Point. Harvest serves contemporary adaptations of comforting classics, including grilled entrées, fresh salads, homemade soups and desserts at unpretentious prices in a beautiful and relaxing setting. While the menu is the main attraction at Harvest, the restaurant's grand entrance and three brilliantly restored hand-painted rooms, in traditional "trompe l'oeil" fashion, create an ideal atmosphere for either a business lunch or a romantic getaway.

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Michelle

Dined on 24 Oct 2026

The food is delicious, the service is the best. This is one of our favorite restaurants and we really enjoy having a wonderful evening there.

Scout Bar & Grill

3.5

3.5 (28)

$30 and under

American

Springdale (Zion National Park)

About the restaurant

In the heart of Zion National Park, nestled within the rugged landscapes of Red Cliffs Lodge, lies Scout Bar and Grill—an embodiment of adventure and culinary delight. Drawing on the iconic imagery of a crackling campfire, Scout Bar and Grill celebrates the spirit of scouting, camping, and exploration. Fire, our central element, symbolizes warmth, camaraderie, and storytelling—a gathering point for adventurers to share tales of their conquests amidst the wild.

Just like the flickering flames, we beckon travelers and thrill-seekers to partake in a culinary journey infused with the essence of American tradition.

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David

Dined on 21 Oct 2026

Had the BBQ brisket platter & 1/2 order Ceasar Salad. Nice dinner portions. Waitress is so friendly.

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