Guacamole & chips - perfect way to start the meal Pasta alla…read moreputtanesca with added shrimp - wasn't what I expected when I put the order in but it was delicious -it's up to you to decide if it's really worth the price, but at least everything was really tasty. ($1 per regular sized shrimp-- 5 total for the pasta) -dog friendly patio

Circle of Destination (Circle D) Restaurant is a HIDDEN TREASURE in the middle of the quiet town,…read moreEscalante. It is part of the Circle D Motel next door. My family stopped by here and our way to the National Parks and are so glad that we did. As my dad said, "this was the best meal of our trip so far", comparing it to fine dining in Seattle. Circle D is a relatively small establishment overall, and so we had to wait for a table for about 20 minutes or so. The owners and a young waitress whom they had hired a couple weeks before were the only front staff. All of them were very friendly. As far as the food, we ordered the smoked tuna Niçoise salad, the bone-in pork chop, and the lemon chicken. We also had the truffle fries for an appetizer. The TRUFFLE FRIES were super flavorful and packed with umami flavors. The cheese was perfectly melted on top giving it an extra rich and savory flavor. The SMOKED TUNA NICOISE SALAD was also excellent. The fish had a well-rounded smoky taste and the salad was HUGE. All of the vegetables were extremely fresh and crisp; they included tomato, avocado, red radish, green beans, and olives. While the smoked fish was the star of the dish, the baked potato was by far the BEST baked potato I've had in my life- crisp and browned on the outside and soft in the inside. The BONE-IN PORKCHOP was the highlight of the dishes. I don't normally like porkchop as I usually find it too dry but this one was super moist. The apple and parsnip compote was BOMB. This is the must-get dish if you come. The LEMON CHICKEN was wonderfully tender and came with the amazing potatoes as described above and fresh green beans. It had prominent olive and lemon flavors and reminded me of the chicken my mom bakes in the oven at home. The atmosphere is cozy; and homely. They have about 10 tables in total or so. It is clean and they have an open patio if you want to dine outside. Overall: 5/5 for food, 5/5 for service, 5/5 for atmosphere

A true hidden gem in Boulder, Utah!…read more Sweetwater Kitchen is one of those places that makes the journey part of the experience. Tucked away off Hell's Backbone Road, the setting is absolutely beautiful, and the combination of the rustic atmosphere, incredible views, thoughtful food and great cocktails makes this a place I would definitely return to. We had the Rainbow Trout Filet, which was pan-seared and served with celery root purée, celery, almond green beans, baby tendrils, sundried tomato, remoulade and lemon vinaigrette. It was beautifully prepared, fresh and full of flavor. The BBQ Rib Eye Pork Chop was incredible--so tender it practically melted in your mouth. It was pan-roasted with sage and a homemade BBQ glaze, accompanied by summer corn, pepper drops, caramelized onion and an apple chutney. The combination of sweet and savory flavors was fantastic. We also tried the corn chowder, which featured late-season corn, bacon and micro cilantro. It was a delicious way to start the meal, and the cocktails were definitely worth mentioning. The Mountain Spring cocktail was refreshing and perfectly suited to the beautiful mountain setting. The Sugar House Rum Prickly Pear cocktail was another favorite--such a fun, flavorful drink and a great complement to dinner. What really stood out was how much this restaurant feels like an experience rather than simply a place to eat. Sweetwater Kitchen embraces the area around it, with seasonal ingredients, locally sourced food and a relaxed ranch atmosphere. The restaurant describes its philosophy as seasonal cooking with ingredients at their peak, including ingredients grown or raised right on the ranch. (Sweetwater Kitchen) If you're exploring Boulder, Escalante, Capitol Reef or Scenic Byway 12, put Sweetwater Kitchen on your list. It's worth getting off the main road for! Beautiful setting. Excellent food. Creative cocktails. A memorable Utah dining experience.

Had two great meals here. We were lucky enough to be camping in their RV spot via Harvest Hosts…read more First dinner was a full blown taste test. We shared 2 appetizers, 2 salads, a steak and a dessert. Every dish was excellent. Second meal was to-go, burger, pork chop and another dessert. Fantastic. The burger was exceptional. Imagine a remote restaurant on a cattle ranch with a beautiful setting that just happens to serve amazing food. Not fancy but fancy food. Service was relaxed but not in a bad way. 1 person serving many tables in a relaxed and casual environment. It was perfect. Don't miss it!

We were in Escalante for the night and headed over to 4th West for dinner. It was a great place…read morewith great food! Their honey chipotle wings were tasty and I really like the turkey avocado panini. We loved just hanging out. The place was really cool.

The service by Hayden was very nice and he makes a great margarita. The margarita was simple and…read moreclean, very well made indeed. And my husband had the juicy IPA which he said was very good as well. We had the Chipotle burger and the pork tacos both of which were so good. This being our first time we recommend a stop if you're in the area.

Our first time here and we were wowed with everything. Thomas our server was very knowledgeable of…read morethe menu and so friendly. We started with the pork belly wraps and they were exceptional! We debated getting two of them so good. I had the roasted chicken that was the best. It's seasoned like nothing I've ever had. My husband had the bone in pork chop and he was shocked at how good it was. Seems like it was marinated and fresh herbs that just blended with wonderful flavors. Dessert we had to try the Kentucky butter cake and delicious. We met the chef and thanked him for an amazing dinner! Best meal we've had in several years. He wowed us!!

Absolutely breathtaking views and the food is phenomenal too. The service was perfect for an…read moreunforgettable evening. I tried the bacon wrapped meatloaf the first night, and the burger the second. The dessert is fabulous too! They take reservations.

Very friendly, great hot mocha, quaint little shop inside to order coffee and look around, and the…read morebus outside is where they cook the food. A great Highwayman Burrito. Really nice set up and outdoor area to sit, relax and meet new people like Sara and Sean (cyclists from KY). Thank you, I had a nice first

Came here early afternoon on our way to Torrey…read more I had the Loubird's vegan burrito with sweet potatoes, mushrooms, sautéed cabbage and pickled onions, and pinto beans. Very tasty. My BF had the Piccadillo burrito minus the cheese, with local spiced ground beef, pickled jalapeños & carrots, and he really enjoyed. We also got a side of fries which were very good, skin on. This is a charming place, you order from the cute cottage and collect your food from the turquoise blue chevy Bluebird bus. We sat outside on the patio with shade from a converted barn like shed. Service was great as well. Would highly recommend this place. There also a cute little gift shop with lovely local art and clothing on sale.

I liked this little place! Only qualm to say up front is they only have two bathrooms and there was…read morequite a line... but my drink was good, I had a chocolate mocha based drink (the liquid truffle); was $6 for the 12 oz (pretty standard coffee shop pricing imo). It definitely perked me up when I was feeling sleepy after a lot of hiking that morning! The vibe inside is nice, it gives "small hotel lobby." The staff were friendly and kind. Overall would stop here again on a road trip for sure!

My husband and I just had the best breakfast here. Highly recommend the B'tec and chia latte.read more

We ate at Sky Nova three times during our stay at Clear Sky Resorts, which probably says…read moreeverything. The menu is creative, thoughtful, and full of subtle Asian influences without feeling like it is trying too hard to fit into one category. We kept noticing little details like yuzu, black sesame, crispy shallots, and silken tofu, and eventually became so curious about the chef that we asked about her. Chef Tessa came out and sat with us, and we were so glad she did. She has only been there a short time, and she created the menu herself. Hearing about her background and how she developed the dishes made us appreciate the food even more. The tuna crudo with yuzu was beautiful. The vegan chocolate mousse was outstanding and made with silken tofu, which I never would have guessed. It was rich, smooth, and had this wonderful crunchy element with black sesame, sea salt, and a caramel-like sweetness. The fry bread was another favorite. I had never had fry bread before, so I had nothing to compare it to, but it had this delicate balance of savory and sweet that reminded me a little of funnel cake batter without all the powdered sugar. And then there is the Baked Utah. This dessert deserves its own paragraph. Yuzu sponge cake, raspberry, and marshmallow meringue piped into the shape of a little beehive. Utah is the Beehive State, so it is clever, adorable, completely appropriate to the setting, and it tastes amazing. It honestly feels like something that should become a signature Utah dessert. The service was just as memorable as the food. Everyone was warm, relaxed, and genuinely kind. Even the bartender made an impression. I ordered club soda with orange bitters, loved the bitters, and she was sweet enough to bring us the bottle. Sky Nova ended up being one of the highlights of our entire Bryce Canyon trip. Beautiful setting, excellent food, creative menu, and people who made us feel genuinely welcome. Chef Tessa, please keep the Baked Utah.

Sky Nova is an awesome restaurant that is on the same grounds as the Clear Sky Resort. I can't say…read moremuch for the food, but considering it's the only game in town, it's hard to complain because the building itself is awesome. If the food prices are too high for you, bring your own, but at least stop into Sky Nova and have a drink if you're in the area. One thing, be forewarned, they don't accept cash.

Very yummy baked goods! Friendly and quaint place. I would definitely eat here again.read more

While making our way to Bryce, we went on a quick hike maybe 20 minutes from the bakery with our…read moredog. As we made our way back to 12, we stopped in and were SO glad we did. Its a small little shop with some of the best baked goods I've ever had. I had a chocolate chip pumpkin loaf and a blueberry muffin. Both were so soft and loaded with flavor. Plus the blueberry muffin had a delicious crumble on top that was amazing. If I'm ever back this way, I'm definitely stopping by again!