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    Porter's

    3.8 (473 reviews)
    ModerateSalad, Burgers, Pizza
    Open 6:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Touristy
    Good for groups

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    American breakfast sandwich
    Tracy N.

    Great place for breakfast, but don't play it safe have the pancakes and the steal cut oatmeal with fresh fruit. Miley was an amazing server always around when we needed her and our food came out in no time. I have the American breakfast sandwich and I wouldn't recommend it, but the oatmeal with fruit was delicious as was the granola pancakes.

    Amazing Trout !!!
    Brenda O.

    The breakfast was amazing !!! The staff were really great . The owner & his wife were so nice !!! Dinner was delish !!! I had a wonderful salad with chicken . My cousin had a beautifully prepared trout !!

    Blue bacon burger
    Debbie C.

    If you're in the mood for a burger, this is a great option. We ordered the blue bacon and the steakhouse with fries. I like that they give you an option to order half French fries and half sweet potato fries. The burgers were really good and the fries were hot and crispy. The service was fine and the ambiance has more of a diner feel to it. The server said they are most known for the burgers so we stuck with that recommendation. Good choice!

    Alex E.

    This place rocks! Delicious spicy chicken sandwich. Country fried steak was amazing and veggies were cooked perfectly. Beautiful outdoor seating area overlooking the canyons and service was fast and fantastic!

    Mushroom Swiss burger
    Siv Z.

    Did several day hikes our first day at Zion hiking 17k steps. Was super hungry and ready for dinner. Ordered a basket of onion rings as an appetizer. Yum! Best I've had in years. Garlicky and extra crunchy. Also ordered 2 burgers. Both were satisfying and the fries were delicious and crispy as well! Service was great! You had a choice to eat inside or outside.

    Savannah R.

    My wife and I stumbled into this little gem on a quiet Thursday morning and was immediately charmed by its small, vibrant, and colorful atmosphere. While the menu is curated and tiny, the portions and flavors are anything but. My wife and I ordered the biscuits and gravy, and they were absolutely BOMB--huge portions and easily some of the best we've had. I also tried the hot chocolate, which had a lovely, subtle hint of vanilla that made it feel extra special. The staff was amazing, and the owners were even sitting nearby and proved to be super friendly as well. To top it all off, the shop offers a stunning view of Springdale, making it the perfect peaceful spot to start the day.

    Entry to Porters
    Inverleith F.

    My friend was excited to have breakfast at the restaurant but when we pulled it, she said it was gone. Upon further investigation, she said that it was in the back. Well, the restaurant must had had a change in ownership because it is half the size from before and the food was okay. I had a veggie omelette that came with premade seasoned potatoes. My mind was on the ice cream shop just at the entrance of the restaurant but I resisted. The staff is very nice and the space is clean and filled with light. As you approach the entrance to Zion, this is a nice place to stop and shop as well.

    Shrimp pesto pasta
    Patricia G.

    Came to Porters after a long day of hiking at Zion after reading reviews online. Sat outside because the weather was so nice (which I dont get to do a lot in Florida, where I'm from). And the views were so incredible. Cindy was our server and she was so funny, sweet and attentive. She made the whole meal even more special! We ordered 2 diet cokes, potato skins, shrimp pesto pasta and the bleu bacon burger with sweet potato fries. The potato skins were crispy, cheesy and fresh tasting. We did, however, order a side of sour cream to go with them. Would recommend. The Bleu bacon burger was cooked to perfection. The fries were also nice and crispy. The shrimp pesto pasta was probably one of the best meals I've ever had. Pasta cooked perfectly, tons of big shrimp, pesto was bursting with flavor. And came with two pieces of crispy garlic bread to help soak up all the sauce. Couldn't have been happier with this meal. Overall, it was only $57.36 and considering how great this meal was, seems more than worth it. I'm sad I live in a different state, but if I ever make it back to Utah, I'd definitely stop here again.

    Half rack of ribs (comes with onion rings and fries)
    Samantha L.

    They deserve more stars than what they currently have because their food and service were excellent. We felt like we were part of their family with the chef even personally serving us. Dishes: 1) half rack of bbq ribs 2) Cesar salad 3) beef brisket Logistics: -Private parking lot -accepts cc -indoor and outdoor seating -also has ice cream parlor, live music, and theater attached to it.

    Jessica C.

    I really am impressed by how good the food is here in Springdale, Zion! This restaurant is located right next to Bumbleberry's and you enter in through Bumbleberry's door. It's another great breakfast place with lots of great options for a hearty or light breakfast to start your day off well!! We also got a free breakfast voucher here for staying at The Novel House. Sucha good deal because you get a free drink and breakfast item! All we had to pay was tip! I ordered oatmeal because I wanted to be healthy and it was good and came with strawberries, blueberries, and blackberries. They also give you a choice of toast (wheat or sourdough) and they have lots of good jam flavors. They also provide raisins in a small cup and milk (lots of options of milk) in a small cup for your oatmeal. And a cup of brown sugar! My husband got the eggs and potatoes with sausage. It all was delicious!! The potatoes especially were seasoned soo well and cut in a perfect bite size :0) It was busy busy so food took a little while but service is good!

    Eggplant pasta
    Binita R.

    I had a wonderful experience with a beautiful view and some delicious food. They even have an ice cream stand nearby, which adds a lovely touch--you can enjoy a sweet treat after your meal or while shopping for some bumblebee berries. I ordered the eggplant pasta, which was truly delightful. I did request it to be made without garlic, but I have a feeling they might not have accommodated that. I was quite hungry at the time and didn't want to make a fuss. For anyone who has allergies to onion or garlic, I would suggest being cautious when dining there. Overall, though, the food was good, and the atmosphere was inviting. The service was outstanding as well; the staff was friendly and attentive, making the experience even better. It's clear that the servers take pride in their work!

    Cheeseburger
    Alexis M.

    This place hit the spot after a long day of hiking. They had a beautiful patio and view of Zion. You know it's a great spot when the fries look like this! The garlic parm sandwich with chicken was tasty! Service was slightly slow but she appeared to be new, we'd love to come back for more

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    Highly recommend food was amazing and our server Cecilia gave us perfect service 10/10.

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    Great food! Ate here a few times during our visits to Zion NP. Excellent service. Highly recommend.

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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.

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    We came for the big breakfast and left happy…read more Our server was excellent and super friendly, food delicious, nice seating area that's dog friendly.

    We visited Oscar's Cafe for lunch after being promised some of the best food in Springdale. We were…read morepretty surprised when we arrived at 11:25 AM and they were still serving breakfast! The waitress explained that their menu switches over to lunch at 11:30. That's certainly one of the latest I've ever seen! At any rate, we were happy to wait the extra 10-15 minute wait for the kitchen switchover. At this point the place wasn't too crowded at all all, and just as promised, we were able to place our order at 11:40. Garlic Burger ($18) - This is a huge plate of food with a mound of fries and one gigantic burger. The burger starts with a soft bun, lightly toasted on both sides, which is then piled up with onion and plenty of piquant pickles, making the burger extra tangy. There's a weak creamy mayo/mustard mixture that soaks the veggies, followed by a giant half pound burger patty on top. It's slightly pink in the center, but is somehow dry. It doesn't have much of a grilled/char flavor, nor much of a beefy flavor either. The patty is large but disappointing in flavor and execution. There's a pitiful spoonful of garlic on top of the patty. It such a small amount it's almost indistinguishable in flavor and texture - in fact, I didn't even know there was any garlic until I deconstructed the burger. That's a very poor showing for a burger with "garlic" in the name. On top of the garlic is a thick slice of melted cheese, more mayo/mustard, a small bed of shredded lettuce (complete with shreds falling out all over even before being brought to our table), and a couple of tomato slices. There's plenty of mayo/mustard sauce for the sandwich, enough to overcome how dry the meat is. The sandwich comes with a choice of regular or sweet potato fries, of which we went with the former. They are standard food service battered fries, not fried long enough to give any coloring to the exterior, making them extra pale and soft. We asked for a side of fry sauce which we found to be thin, watery, and drippy. (2/5) Pork Tamales ($22) - This dish comes with a side salad, which came immediately to the table. It's a pretty large portion for a side salad and includes plenty of romaine, full cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, charred corn, olives, and a pile of shredded carrot in an extremely tangy and slightly sweet dressing. The dressing is both way too acidic and way too watery for my tastes. It's so overdressed that a large puddle of dressing remained after finishing the salad. The tamales aren't very good either. They are doused in a green chile sauce that's only added after being blasted in whatever cooking appliance they use. The masa feels woefully under-steamed. It's quite coarse in texture and is hard, dry, and crumbly. It's so hard it's almost crunchy. The tamales seem to be pan fried on both sides, or perhaps broiled in a salamander for far too long. The green chile inside isn't even that flavorful, making the tamales a bland disappointment. There's a bed of shredded pork underneath the two tamales. The pork is not as far gone as the tamales. It's a little stringy and dry, but still retains at least a minimum amount of moisture. The pork has a pleasing pink/red tinge, but isn't smoky whatsoever. The overall profile doesn't display much in terms of spices, and the flavor of the pork itself isn't my favorite. I have a feeling that this is microwaved food service pork rather than being made in house. On top of everything is a chile verde sauce. It's again not that flavorful, with more acidity than anything else. There's absolutely zero heat - it's one of the most mild green chile sauces I've had. I feel like the dish could be improved a little if they simmered the pork in the green chile to help layer the flavors more. Unfortunately they are clearly cooked and assembled in a modular manner to save on ingredient cost. On the side is brown rice, actually cooked with green chile, and tender black beans that are appropriately salted. (2/5) Tip: If most people are sitting on the patio, I recommend not asking for an indoor seat. We were basically ignored by the waitress after we got our food since we were the only customers sitting inside. Also, get here earlier for fastest seating. By the time we left half past noon, the place was bustling with the entire patio being full of patrons. Oscar's Cafe serves huge portions with mediocre to bad quality. It's definitely a quantity over quality type of place and seems to be catered towards people who are scared of flavor and spices. I certainly would not return. Bathrooms - Single unisex room in the restaurant itself, but there are more in the mercantile area.

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    Rounded up to four stars... If you are having more than two lunches or dinners in town then I would…read morerecommend this place. If not, I go with Oscar's Cafe and Switchback Grille which were other places I visited. The hamburgers here were nothing spectacular and particularly dry. The service was average at best. Everyone here love to say, "will let your server know." My mentor, Andrew Cherng of Panda, famously pointed out that is one way to push away responsibilities and make the customers wait even longer. Funny thing is that it's such a small request that can easily be taken care of immediately. Okay the highlight was the wild game meatloaf which was also the saving grace because I normally don't like meatloaf and this one was really well done. It made up for the dry burger and the average service as well as the so so ambiance, considering everything is quite expensive for a casual dining place.

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