I am embarrassed to be writing this review so long after my visit, because the service was world-class-but-down-home-friendly from the moment I called for a last minute reservation to the goodbye hugs we received on the way out after a very memorable meal and great conversations with the staff. I was in Provo on a business trip, and I needed to make a last-minute dinner reservation for a coworker and a business associate. The problem? It was Valentine's Day 2012, and ALL the best restaurants were fully booked, or so I thought. Suzanne (the Front of House Manager) heard the stress in my voice, and asked if I could hold on while she looked to see if she could shuffle things around. After several minutes, she came back, sincerely apologized for the long wait, and asked if we would be willing to sit at the bar overlooking the open kitchen (the dining room is built around the open kitchen). I said yes, and we couldn't have been happier. If you like food and talking with people, the bar is THE place to be!!! You get to watch the excellent kitchen team prepare all the meals, and better yet, you get to smell everything as it takes shape. The head chef and sous chef both explained what they were doing, talked to us about what we liked regarding food and other fine restaurants we'd been to, and made the meal seem more like dining at the home of good friends than eating out in a city far from home. The serving staff were all excellent and picked up the conversations where the kitchen staff left off. The menu was a prix fixe menu specially set for romance on Valentine's Day, but it just made the three of us fall in love with the cooking talents of Chefs Justin and James. Each course was better than the last. I'm sure their regular menu has to be equally impressive. The next time I go to Provo, I will definitely be calling Suzanne for reservations, possibly with a group large enough to use their private "banquet" room in the back...although that would mean passing on the opportunity to sit at the bar again!! If you like great food and great company, and you find watching real chefs at work more entertaining than watching the college basketball game on bar-side TV, do yourself a favor and go to Communal. The citizens of Provo have no idea how lucky they are to have this gem in their midst. read more

This place is one of the few fine dining establishments in the Provo area. It is on the hipster side of things, but is super delicious. It is a communal style seating so if you are not into that then 1) do go here or 2) get a party of at least six and make reservations for the private room. Their pork belly is one of my favorite things I have ever eaten in my entire life and I travel to eat good food for my hobby. Their menu is a tad pricey but you getting the highest-quality, natural, and well -cooked food. It is not one of those restaurants that is expensive for the sake of being expensive. I once took my friends out to dinner here and the bill came to $300 including tip. and it was worth every penny. read more

I've been dying to try this restaurant after reading about it for over a year. The fact that the kitchen buys local, and has its own garden intrigued me. The atmosphere was quaint-- I love that you can share a table with strangers, or not. Local artwork is displayed on the walls and the kitchen is part of the dining room. The vibe is relaxed and hip. I loved watching the chefs at work. The food was expertly prepared. We tried a pork belly appetizer which was amazing. Since it was our fist visit, we also received a cheese platter with local honey -- a very nice touch. For dinner we tried the short ribs, a pork dish, roasted root vegetables, and a roasted cauliflower in romesco sauce. The flavors were all amazing. The pork dish was a little over cooked, but the flavor was spot-on. For dessert we tried a volcano cake with homemade ice cream and salted Carmel sauce. Save room for this ... The Carmel sauce really made the dish. The prices for dinner are on the high end, but worth the experience. I wish I lived in Utah, I would be a frequent visitor here. Stopped for lunch a year later and tried the Kobe beef burger with Brie. So delicious. I'm amazed at the difference really good meat makes in a simple hamburger. read more

I like to take out-of-town guests here for dinner. Good atmosphere, great service, excellent food. Menu changes frequently because the owners/chefs want to continue to offer interesting food. Servers are attentive and knowledgable. I've never been disappointed. Very much part of the locally-source-ingredients movement, but if that's not your thing, don't be put off. read more

I enjoy their food. There were a few times when they ran out of the salad that I wanted or the meat that I wanted. Overall pretty good. A little pricey but i don't mine paying when it's good. Service has always been good. read more

Super sad I have to write this review. Communal is one of my favorite places to eat. I called a week in advance and tried to book their back room for 12 people, we were having a little work party. The man on the phone said that our reservation was down and that it was connected to my phone number and name. I thought I wouldn't have to worry about anything. Tonight, I decided to call to let them know we had a change in the number of seats we needed. They acted like they had never had our reservation. No one had my name down, they had booked the back room for another party, AND they didn't have another available reservation until 8pm. I had 8 people already there waiting for us to go in. They didn't offer to help in any way or move things around. They were so unkind. I wish they would have even changed their attitude to help accommodate us. Really, really bummed. read more

I want to start by saying the food was amazing and the servers are some of the best I've ever seen. We had the steak with a side of mashed potatoes and the sausage for an appetizer. Hands down, it was the best steak I've ever had. And the mashed potatoes melted in my mouth. The sausage was also very enjoyable. By the end of the meal, I felt comfortably full. Not like sick-to-my-stomach full, but still pleasantly full! I did have a few complaints which make it not a 5-star review. The water was DEFINITELY tap water, and since it wasn't served with ice, it was cool, but not cold, and it was lukewarm by the end of the meal. For how much I paid, it was a little overpriced for the portion sizes. I easily had more potatoes than steak. Overall: great place to try once, though I don't know if I would go back again considering the prices. read more

Maybe one of the best lunches I have ever had. Comfort food with just the right amount of artisanal. Fantastic service. Our girls had tomato soup and grilled cheese and loved it. The charcuterie board with apricot jam - wow. And then my husband and I shared the chicken sandwich and romaine salad. Both perfectly dressed and super tasty. And to finish a jar of butterscotch pudding arrived. A perfect ending shared by the four of us. As an aside, seating is comfortable. Lovely lighting with just the right amount of background music. Enjoy. read more

Here's the scoop... a big, ol' scoop of pear pandowdy that is. If this dessert is on the menu, get it! It may be seasonal, so unfortunately not always available. Communal is a fine establishment; a new breed of restaurants that Utah County and Utah in general have been lacking. It bridges the gap between ultra expensive once-a-year type places and cheaper fast-casual places. Everything at Communal is fresh and expertly prepared. You won't be disappointed. read more

I have eaten at some of the top restaurants in the country, including James Beard Award winners. Communal is one of the best restaurants in Utah Valley, however, it does have some occasional misses. I have had some stellar dishes here as well as some flops. On my most recent visit my hangar steak (usually a favorite) was incredibly over seasoned, rendering it near inedible. My waiter was quick to rectify the situation and knew that an offering of vinegar would cut through the salt. I was actually impressed by the waiter's culinary knowledge. I've also had a few other dishes that have missed the mark. Now, that I've complained about their misses, I do have to say they've had a lot more reason to impress me than to disappoint. I enjoy their use of fresh, local ingredients. I also enjoy their creativity in the menu and their embrace of food trends. Always nice to have a quality foodie restaurant in Utah Valley. The restaurant itself can feel a bit claustrophobic, especially when it is full. They aren't joking about the name Communal because you'll feel pretty cozy with your neighboring diners. Call ahead and get a reservation. read more

A bit of a miss! Previous visits have been excellent, but this visit came up wanting. Mashed potatoes tasted like instant mush, normally they're much better. Bone-in ribeye was "Sizzler quality," not what I have come to expect from Communal. Bordelaise sauce was a bit funky and took away from the quality of the meat. Wagyu skirt steak was above average and more inline with expectations. Nicely done! The fresh lime drink was a refreshing twist on an old favorite by adding a hint of mint. Worth the extra money. Remember to make reservations as the establishment is small and fills up quickly on the weekends. read more

I hate to leave bad reviews. I usually only leave a review if I can give 5 stars. If you are gluten free go elsewhere. My wife and I went to Communal to celebrate her birthday. We spent $77 and I left hungry. A few thoughts: 1) Server didn't know what gluten free meant. 2) Gluten laden soy sauce is in everything. They could use gluten free soy sauce, tamari, and make the menu available to more people. I tried to order the London Broil but it had gluten soy sauce. I tried to order the chicken but it had gluten soy sauce. 3) Sink didn't drain when I washed my hands. Hmmm. Seems fitting. Poor attention to detail in many areas. I hope it appeals to someone. I won't be back. I can get a filet mignon, salad, and baked potato for much less elsewhere, I'll feel like I actually ate dinner, and it will taste much, much better. I'm not hipster enough for this place. read more

I'm thinking utah thinks they know good food, and utah simply just does not know good food. Came here for brunch yesterday and with a reservation got seated right away. we ordered some tea which they have at all the sister locations which is always good. The brûléed grapefruit was great! Then came our Benedict's... the sauce was horrible and tasted like someone mixed up some salt water and lemon and poured it everywhere. The potato's could have been great but again.. WAY too much salt. The extra bacon I ordered. SALT. Super disappointing since I hear great things about this place.. I never seem to luck out. word of advice: COOL IT ON THE SALT also our waitress just wasn't attentive enough and brought the check before even checking if the food was okay. waiting on her got to be really uncomfortable because there was almost no one the in the restaurant and she was just standing there behind the counter. I would like to go back but for a $40 breakfast it needs to be awesome not too salty to eat. 3 stars for how esthetically pleasing it all was and for the grapefruit. read more

I live in Utah county and we traditionally have one of the poorest selection of good restaurants that o have seen for a town this size. Communal has been able to pull off great food and a great atmosphere. We had the pot roast, pork chops, arrugala salad and the squash. Everything was excellent, but don't expect chain restaurant portions. We left full but not stuffed. Definitely give them a try. read more

I ordered soup and the pork belly as my entree. Soup was served. A minute later, the pork belly. Amateur mistake. Must course at a pace that keeps the food hot. Soup was mediocre. Pork belly was excellent. The cabbage was interesting. The apple sauce, was not. Didn't even taste like apple sauce. read more

I came to Communal with a group of writers in town for a conference, and it was hands down the best food I've had in Provo (and I used to live here). It was a group of ten and we ordered pretty much one of everything, and it was all amazing! Even though we had a reservation, we waited a long time to be seated because their dining room is small, but it was worth the wait and in the meantime we joked around with the waitstaff, who were hilarious and helpful. Our server, Kirstie, was so charming and the sommelier, Devin, knew the wine right down to the backstory of the guy who made it. The food came quickly once we sat down, and I was impressed with the detail and freshness in every dish. I loved the "communal" feel where we could all share and have some of everything. They were great about splitting the checks and, even though individual plates seem expensive, once it was split up, I ended up paying less than I have for much less satisfying dinners. 5/5 for great service, great food, and great value! read more

Staff too aloof for Provo, but food was excellent. I had the tenderloin and Mac-N-Cheese. Too much to finish - took it back to my Hotel. If you're in Provo, searching for solid New American with a locavore flair, Communal is excellent, and pretty good value. Wine list leaves a bit to be desired. read more

High points: Grilled asparagus w/egg, parmesan and bread crumbs, complimentary roll and butter, and the peach/cherry cobbler w/brown butter and macadamia nut ice cream. We also ordered the blackened rib eye with gorgonzola and pickled onions, and a half order of scallops w/corn puree and succotash. Both dishes were well prepared, however, I thought the rib eye was overpowered by the gorgonzola, and the corn puree and succotash, that accompanied the scallops, were underwhelming. Also, after eating the ribeye, I thought it really didn't need to be blackened. In the end, it may have made the ribeye a bit less succulent than it could have been. Overall: Decent service, great starters, and a desire to go back and try more. read more

Seriously as good as food in Utah can get. We had a group of 7 and were seated in a great semi-private room that was great for talking and enjoying ourselves without having to shout to be heard. A rundown of the meal: onion tart, charcuterie board (pretty sure I spelled that wrong...), mashed butternut squash gratin (we had TWO of these!), brussels sprouts, and the hangar steak with bleu cheese butter. Finally, the dessert! I am ahuge fan of desserts and this one was a simple yet memorable, vanilla pot de creme. The waitress was friendly, funny, and knowledgeable about the cuts of meat. I can't wait to go back. read more

We had a big group, so we ordered lots of different dishes, and every single thing was amazing! The cinnamon and spices on the pears in the salad wasfantastic. Chicken was also outstanding, as well as the Farro Salad and Cauliflower Side Dish. We had 2 vegetarians and there was plenty to choose from, although their menu has quite a bit of meat, especially pork. Almost all sourced seriously locally. The only thing I didn't love was the doughnut dessert - it just tasted like sugar. And I wish they had mixed drinks. Bring your own wine - theirs is spendy. read more

Communal is as good as it gets: Fresh food with a menu that changes seasonally, a friendly staff, a kitchen you can see where everything happens, a communal table and seats at the bar where you can ask the chefs and cooks what they recommend. For lunch or dinner I highly recommend anything you can get there. They have limited beer and wine selection, but in Happy Valley, I will take anything I can get. read more

I was told this was the best burger on the planet, which set it up a little too high, but hey, home made ketchup, nice touch. Great, great, great food here. Excellent service as well. read more

this was a wonderful experience. We arrived into Provo on a business trip and while on the plane used YELP to search the perfect place. Communal came up - two blocks from the hotel. We made reservations and made our way over for dinner. Sat at the bar overlooking the kitchen, three best seats. Great to watch Vance prepare every meal - everything was spectacular, we had the deviled eggs, probably the best carpaccio ever, then onto the main course of sharing plates of the trout, lamb shank and pork loin. brussel sprouts for vegetable. Enough for everyone. Finished with the selection of desserts - had wanted some that were pictured previously on YELP, but the food is so fresh that the options change often I guess. Highly recommended - a wonderful experience....Sundance Tree House for lunch the next day - two winners. read more

Communal - New American Near Me - Provo, Utah

Great place to eat family style with a group. Fried cauliflower is amazing. Their menu changes and is somewhat restricted, but I have loved almost everything. Fun place to try different foods. Not a ton of seating. It's now my favorite place to eat in Provo. read more

Every time I go here I leave super full and happy. Not because the portions are huge, but because I order everything on the menu and then share with people. That way I am able to try all of the menu items. I recommend going with a big party and completely embracing the "communal" aspect of this place and order a bunch of different dishes and enjoy tasting them all. It really is the best way to eat here. I love that the menu is always changing based on what is in season and that they support local farmers. Also, if you ever stop by and notice that they have creamed corn on the menu, ORDER IT! It is one of my favorite things and you will not regret it! Unless you don't like corn. Or cream. Or food that tastes good. Then you might want to skip this one... read more

What a hidden gem. Well, not really hidden - it is in place sight, but my co-workers took me there for an early dinner and I was pleasantly surprised. Everything on the meny was delicious. Farm fresh ingredients, organic, etc Service was excellent. Will definitely go back for more :) read more

Overhyped and overrated. My first impression walking in on a hot July evening was it was warm inside. Uncomfortably warm like the AC couldn't keep up. There was an odd smell. Not necessary offensive but, not what you would expect given that there is an open grill. You would think you would smell delicious food cooking. We were seated quickly and the table was nicely prepared. Our waiter was quick to greet us and attentive but didn't take our drink order until he came back to take our food order. They did give us water served at room temperature. I guess that is okay if that is your thing but I prefer my water to be ice cold. Our waiter explained that their food was family style and that each portion was plenty for two. It was broken down into 4 categories, starters, proteins, starches and vegetables. He recommended we pick one item from each group and it would be plenty for us. My wife is not a fan of anything that comes from the ocean and the starter and protein choices were very limited. For a starter we settled for their "garden gurus shoots, snuck farm cress, heirloom tomatoes, watermelon, ricotta salata" for $15. First thing I noticed was this $15 salad had about $1.00 worth of food in it. It was spread out on a platter but if I were to put it into a standard salad bowl for one, I doubt it would have filled it up. My wife didn't care for the taste of it. I really didn't either but it wasn't terrible and I was very hungry, so I ate it along with the tough and chewy dinner rolls. We ordered the "succotash, edamame, local corn, asparagus, chive" for our vegetable. Again, my wife didn't care for it, but as far as the food goes, I thought it was good. Again the portion was small. A bit larger than I would have liked for one, but certainly not enough for two. The "communal mashed potatoes" were tasty but nothing special. This past week, my wife had served some "Idahoan Roasted Garlic" instant mashed potatoes she bought at the grocery store for a dollar that were just as good, if not better, and you got twice as much. Again the portion wasn't as large as it should have been. I mean, really how much do instant mashed potatoes cost. For $8 you should at least be able to fill up on the potatoes. Our protein was the biggest disappointment. The "niman ranch prime flat iron steak, roasted shishito peppers, avocado puree" had very little flavor. I am usually very disappointed in restaurant steaks and this was no exception. It was a very nice cut of meat that was poorly prepared. It was a 10 to 12 oz. cut of meat--not nearly enough for two. It was not seasoned at all. the avocado puree also didn't seem to have any seasonings in it and had very little flavor. The steak had been pan seared but not, in my opinion properly cooked. I like my steaks medium rare which means the internal temperature should be 135 degrees. Fine steak houses will sear a steak and then put it in the oven until the internal temp. is right. I do the same with my steaks at home in the reverse order, using a smoker at low heat to cook the steak to a proper temperature and then sear it at a very high temperature. This results in a evenly cooked steak with the perfect internal temperature and nice seared outside taste. The steak we were served as not 135 degrees in the middle. It was cooked rare. The outside was blackened, which normally gives a nice flavor, but you have to season a steak to get that nice flavor. Even the best cuts of meat need at least a little salt and pepper on the outside before you cook them. The result was a flavorless cut of meat that was a bit chewy. Our waiter was attentive but twice mixed up our drinks, giving my wife my diet pepsi and me her Dr. Pepper. Rather than ask, "how is everything?" he would say, "delicious, isn't it?" forcing us to disagree with him if we chose to complain. Their was no salt and pepper at the table and my wife got "the look" from the waiter when we she asked for some. We left $80 poorer, still hungry but wise enough to know we weren't coming back. read more

Came here while I was in town for business and was recommended by the front desk at the Provo Marriott. Walking in and looking around the restaurant, I had high hopes for the meal ahead. The waiter that tended to us was super friendly and knew when to strike up conversation and when to give us our space. We ended up being sat down at the large communal table since we had a group of 8 people. We didn't order any apps, and we went straight to the entrees. They have a select set of different proteins to choose from and then you can add some sides. I ordered the pork shoulder and the mashed taters. I thought the pork shoulder was a bit on the try side, and I really wished they had more of the sauce that they served it with, cause that was SUPER tasty. The mashed taters were easily forgettable, nothing special to remember them by. One of my coworkers ordered the fried chicken and when it arrived, it was still bloody after being bitten into. He sent it back to get re-cooked and it STILL came back red. The odd thing was that we had another person order the same fried chicken and her's came out just fine. I will say that their affogato was superb. I very much enjoyed the espresso and the perfect amount of gelato that was scooped into the espresso. read more

I would LOVE to give Communal five stars, and I hope that I can someday soon. It's just not quite there, leaving Utah County without a really superb farm-to-table style restaurant. We have now eaten here a few times, and we're always pleased with the experience. Most dishes are nicely cooked, particularly the side dishes: one of my favorite things is the vegetable gratins, and on our previous visit we had a roasted beet appetizer that we could have eaten three of. We also recently had excellent crab cakes and a side of perfect asparagus. I have enjoyed a fish and a meatball dish previously, and my husband (at work dinners) has loved the steak and chicken dishes. These are always nicely cooked, but I would say that Communal seems to excel at preparing vegetables, which is really interesting. The biggest miss at Communal was probably the pasta carbonara that we ordered recently. The dish turned out extremely soupy, and the pasta, which was pre-cooked and refrigerated, was not heated through when the dish was served. By the time we had taken one bite, the whole thing was cold. A big disappointment since this is one of my favorite dishes. I also find that the bread served at the beginning of meals here is underdone. Service from the actual waiters and waitresses is always prompt and polite. The host or hostess is usually a different story. Each time we have eaten here we have had a reservation, but we have always had to wait for a table anyway; they do not seem to have a legitimate reservation system worked out. We also had to ask the hostess specifically for a drink while we waited; none was offered. Desserts are too sweet, but this seems to be a Utah thing. I would love to see Communal make a little more effort with their food prep to avoid disasters like the pasta carbonara... and we would especially love to see a full bar with cocktails. A cocktail menu would bring Communal much closer to the level of the restaurants in cities like Austin that it's trying to imitate. An expanded snack/appetizer menu to go with a full bar could take Communal all the way. read more

Went to communal although the servers were nice and friendly. The food for the price is well below what it should be.

Tonight was our first time and so we were making our best guesses as to what we'd like and it's a brand new menu, they said. Our favorite was the mushroom toast starter, with four for the two of us. When the entrees came, we liked the roasted mashed potatoes--very filling. The pesto/pasta and the roasted asparagus we definitely wouldn't get again. So 50/50 on the items we ordered. We liked the atmosphere and the service, and were surprised how much we enjoyed the people next to us on the big communal table. I suppose that depends on the people, but it was fun. I'm sure we'll go again, and look on Yelp to see what people like best on the new menu. read more

Food is excellent but service has been slow and portions seem small. I found that most entree's were only large enough for one person, not to share. read more

In my original review, I said that I love this place. I practically cried when I found it because of despair over the food choices available in Utah county, where I recently moved. My top choice was the hangar steak. Recent Update: I had to downgrade this to 4 stars because our subsequent experiences haven't been as good. One example was the bone marrow -- one of the bones came out completely undercooked and when we asked if they could cook it again, they didn't seem apologetic or concerned and when they recooked it, most of the marrow evaporated. My wife actually got sick this second time. Also the portions are sometimes very small, sometimes to the point of being unsatisfying. read more

Communal is very unique to Utah County and I love that a normal non-chain restaurant has finally come here. There are few in Utah County and they don't usually stay because of the lack of support. Thank goodness Communal has stayed. The prices are very reasonable for the quality... as long as you don't fall into the typical American desire for ridiculously over sized portions. If you were to go to a similar restaurant in another state, the prices would surely be more for the same quality and portion size. Their breakfast is the best I had in Utah (along with Sundance Foundry Grill's brunch). The biscuits are to die for...they are served with their homemade butter and seasonal jam. I have also been there for a special New Year's Eve dinner. Everything was perfectly cooked and while the dinners are American home style meals they are still very unique. I love how everything is seasonal and every time I come in the menu has new dishes. Not to mention they promote local farms, artists, etc. I am never disappointed when I go there and every Saturday that's the first place I want to go if we ever go out to breakfast. read more

Main Course - chose the pan seared salmon, sea beans with wild mushrooms - it was wonderfully prepared with great presentation. The salmon was seared just right with a tasty crust, and the sea beans appeared to be baby asparagus, but yes, they were sea beans. Bread - the bread was served after we received our main course, no biggie, it was a Friday evening, and I had already changed our reservation thrice! Their bread was served cut into two pieces with a lightly herb flavored butter. The bread had a nice crust, was warm, soft, moist, and yet the crust was not so hard it cut the roof of my mouth. Sides - chose the grilled sweet corn, lime butter, Cotjiga, and cilantro - wow! I thought the salmon was amazing; however, seared fish is not my favorite. The corn, their grilled corn was my favorite part of the meal! It was so...so...so... delectable! Even though I was on a date at this upper scale restaurant in Provo, Utah, oh yes I did like my fingers. Desert - butterscotch pudding, cookie crumbles, fresh strawberries & whipped cream. My wife and I shared this one - it was creamy, cold, well mixed, beautifully presented, went down extremely well, and had a smooth texture as far as pudding goes. Drinks - went with the basel limeade... it quenched my thirst twice over! I really liked the dinning ware used, nice, clean plates, served with thick, heavy glass ware. read more

There is a fantastic restaurant in Provo, Utah. Right now, you are thinking, "there's no way that's true, you're a f****** liar, Marc. Provo is a wasteland of below-average sandwich shops, terrible Pho places and no bars." I know you are thinking that because that's what I thought for a number of months, until I was turned on to Communal. When you step inside, you're whisked away from Central Utah and could imagine yourself in any number of farm-to-table establishments in awesome cities like San Francisco, Portland or Seattle. I've now been a number of times. They handle meat very well (short rib, ribeye, pork chops, pork belly) and the desserts are so good, you'll want to steal your neighbor's dog, take her to the groomer, and return her all clean with a pretty bow in her hair. I've been in groups as few as two and as many as 11, and service is always consistently good. If you go with a large group, take them up on their offer to choose the menu items for you. If you're coming from out-of-town, make reservations here and impress your colleagues or paramours. read more

Very solid Very creative Eclectic menu Only had lunch there and would highly recommend it Fast and efficient service Knowledgable of the menu Good food presentation Nice quality Try it!!!!!!! read more

Great meal. Thanks Chef Celeste! Very accommodating for the solo business traveler! I enjoyed: the 1/2 portion - watermelon, burata, tomato salad with basil purée - incredible - so sad that the tomato season is over. and the 1/2 portion of the Waygu Skirt Steak w/ pickled veg, and a scoop of the mash potatoes. Perfectly cooked and balanced. read more

Food is generally good, rustic food, sometimes far too salty or disappointing, but most often it's pretty good. The service, however, is weird. It's a small place, so they rush you through in ways that are lousy and irritating. As soon as a plate (or side dish) is ready, they bring it to the table, rather than bringing everyone's food at once. Twice I've watched friends eat most of their meals before my food arrived. Most recently, when my food arrived, they whisked away my friend's plate, so we had to ask for a fork so she could try a bite of mine while watching me eat. When I was about a third of the way through, the server put the check and a box on our table, clearly trying to get us out the door. Then a little more than an hour after the time of our reservation (and note we arrived on time for our reservation and were promptly seated), the server came by and said she was giving us a 2-minute warning that we needed to leave because another reservation was booked for our table just 1 hour and 15 minutes after the start time for our reservation! So because of the lousy service and occasional bad food, I have a hard time recommending this place. I've too often had distinctly bad experiences here. read more

Probably the most unique & underrated place in Provo! The food is locally sourced, the environment is cozy, and the staff is so friendly. It's practically like having an in-house chef from the comfort of your own home. I love the brussel sprouts and ravioli! Amazing! read more