Oh my gosh, Giff's Barbecue came recommended from a good mutual friend (Tod Clift) of Giff's and…read moremine to pay a visit. Their brisket and chicken and barbecue sauces are off the charts delicious. You gotta stop by this place. The beer is nice and cold as well.

Stopped in after leaving Zion on way to Arizona and I must say WOW!! Bbq brisket was amazing…read more Service was outstanding and a very nice clean place. Worth the stop for sure.

A great family-friendly stop with delicious, filling food and plenty to keep kids entertained…read more This restaurant is an excellent choice for families. It has a spacious outdoor play area with games, fun photo props, and an old Western wagon that kids can climb on and explore. After a long day in the car during our road trip, my kids had an amazing time playing while we waited for our meal. There is also indoor seating available. The food was delicious, and the portions were large and very filling. Meals were around $20 each , which felt like a fair value for the quality and portion size. If you're traveling with kids or looking for a family-friendly restaurant with great food and entertainment, this is definitely worth a stop.

We visited Iron Horse Restaurant during our Labor Day weekend stay in Kanab and made a reservation…read morein advance for a party of six, including our friends and their two young daughters. I really wanted to love this restaurant because the Western atmosphere is fantastic and certainly draws you in. Unfortunately, our overall dining experience fell considerably short. I want to begin with the positive. Nancy, who I believe is either the owner or manager, was remarkable--friendly, approachable, easy to communicate with, and genuinely willing to acknowledge areas where the restaurant could improve. I have tremendous respect for that kind of humility in management. She was also gracious enough to waive the corkage fee for the bottle of wine we brought. Our biggest problem was the steaks. Our server, Dwayne, explained that the steaks are cut in-house. The quality of the beef itself seemed perfectly decent, but unfortunately the cutting and preparation were not. My wife and one of our friends ordered ribeyes, while I ordered the baseball-cut top sirloin. The steaks were extremely chewy and difficult to eat. If a restaurant is going to butcher steaks in-house, proper cutting technique and trimming are critical. Based on what we received, I strongly believe additional training and oversight are needed in this area. Dwayne initially offered to replace the steaks or provide a discount. We hate wasting food, so rather than sending several steaks back and having them thrown away, we tried our best to eat what we could. When the bill arrived, however, only approximately 10% had been discounted. Considering that replacement steaks had been offered because of the problem, I found that resolution disappointing. There were also service inconsistencies. At one point, Dwayne returned roughly 10 minutes after taking our order and asked how our food was, even though we were still waiting for our salads and hadn't received our entrées. We were also charged for chips and dip that we had never ordered. Nancy had brought them to the table, and we specifically mentioned that we hadn't ordered them, yet the charge nevertheless appeared on our bill. To be fair, not everything was disappointing. The Caesar salad was actually one of the highlights of the evening and was very good. My friend's Frank Sinatra Burger was also good, and he enjoyed it. So there are clearly things coming out of this kitchen that work. Our total was close to $200 including gratuity, and unfortunately several members of our party left feeling that the meal simply didn't justify the expense. I had told Nancy that I would leave a good review, and I sincerely intended to do so. But I also believe reviews have to honestly reflect the experience, both good and bad. Nancy herself impressed me tremendously; the Western atmosphere is fun; and there are some good items on the menu. The restaurant's shortcomings, however, particularly with steak preparation, service follow-through, and billing accuracy, need attention. Unfortunately, we're leaving Kanab and won't have an opportunity to give Iron Horse another try on this trip. I sincerely wish Nancy and her team the very best. She clearly cares about the business, and I hope she takes this feedback in the constructive spirit in which it is intended. With better training, stronger quality control, and more consistent service, this restaurant has the potential to deliver an experience that matches its wonderful atmosphere.

I'm a fairly meat-forward eater so the vegetarian only aspect of this restaurant wasn't exactly a…read moreselling point but oh man it was good! There was nothing lacking and the service was fantastic. One of our party can't eat dairy and was super happy to find non-dairy Mac and cheese. I was skeptical to say the least but it was AMAZING. No joke. Better and creamier than any other restaurant mac and cheese I've had. Wish we had been in town longer for a repeat. Not a huge spot (indoor + tented outdoor area with heat that was pleasant) so I could see there being a wait at busy times but it would be worth it!

Needs to advertise more clearly that it is a vegan restaurant. We decided to try it anyway and…read morestarted off fine with the young lady who seated us. Then the waitress with long brown braids came over. She could not have been more rude! She took our order like we were asking to steal her wallet. We almost left before our food came out. The garlic rolls were burned and our food did not arrive as ordered. Never again.

What a cool restaurant, love the ambiance. Vanessa is super…read morenice, knowledgeable and understanding. Great Hippie Music being played, groovy baby! Unisex Rest Rooms are really clean and comfortable. Don't miss the opportunity.

You remember those old Reese's Peanut Butter Cup commercials?…read more "Hey! You got your chocolate in my peanut butter!" "No, you got your peanut butter in my chocolate!" That's basically what happened here, except instead of chocolate and peanut butter, it was an art gallery and a gastropub. Somehow it works. The vibe here is funky in mostly the right ways. The decor has a yard sale chic aesthetic that's somehow carefully curated without looking like it tried too hard. The staff had just enough piercings and tattoos for me know they would love to talk to me about their record collections if I asked, and the whole place manages to feel both laid back and just upscale enough that you can justify ordering anything from a burger to what looked like a pretty respectable ribeye. I went with the Shroom, a portobello mushroom burger, and it was enjoyable. Tons of flavor, perfectly satisfying, and paired with one of the crispest side salads I've had in a while. Bonus points for the edamame. I will happily eat edamame in just about anything. Not with jello though. Everyone at our table enjoyed their meals, although we collectively demonstrated the adventurous spirit of a group that mostly ordered the Pub burger. So I can't claim we've fully explored the menu yet. This just gives me an excuse to come back. Service was friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. The only moment that caught me a little off guard was when the owner stopped by to let us know he had baseball cards for sale in one part of the restaurant, along with an upstairs gallery featuring local artwork. I felt like he might next open his coat to show me some watches. He's just down for the hustle I guess. The art ranged from "that's pretty nice" to "someone really, really loves painting Utah's red rocks." Most of it was priced well beyond what I was looking to take home, but honestly, I have to respect that they're giving local artists a place to showcase their work. So maybe I'm just being a little grumpy. Get off my lawn. By the way I'd be happy to eat here again

2026 Sep 9: 1) Duck lo mein again 2) char xiu 3) sweet and spicy ribs 4) street food XDI…read more 2026 Sep 8: 1) Duck lo mein 2) fried rice 3) rendang ayam. Chef is a local. Very unexpected to get food with wok hei in such a remote part of Utah !

Update next morning…read more We came back for breakfast. It was included but everyone gets the same. Coddled egg in a cup, yogurt and a tiny muffin. Definitely good enough.

Ordered a salad and the wild thyme pasta. Got angel hair pasta, tomatoes, basil , garlic deglaze…read morewhite and butter topped with Parmesan cheese. Served with garlic bread. The salad was served with white balsamic dressing. It was so fresh and delicious. The pasta was so flavorful and delicious. Dessert was the carrot cake. Also delicious and made in house. Great service

A delightful encounter in Kanab, the small town along the way on our road trip to Salt Lake City. A…read morewonderful meal. Pistachio Chicken: The chicken breast was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with a thin, crispy crust that was especially impressive. The sauce blended the mild aroma of Poblano chili, the creamy richness of butter, and the unique fragrance of herbs. Most precious was the pistachio aroma, both vibrant and subtle, without overpowering or masking the other flavors, creating a delicate balance. Even the saltiness was just right, subtle and delicate. The surface was garnished with pico de gallo, fresh, sweet, tangy, and spicy, balancing the potential heaviness of the sauce. The asparaguses were also very fresh, with a natural fragrance, but perhaps a little too mild with the sauce. Kanab Cowboy Ribs: The pork ribs were slow-cooked and roasted until they were so tender that they easily fell off the bone, offering no resistance when cutting into them. The homemade barbecue sauce coated it thickly, rich and sweet, with an authentic American barbecue flavor. It might be a bit too sweet for most Chinese palates, but I thought it was quite good. The agave mustard vinaigrette seemed more decorative; I nearly couldn't really taste it. Lemon Sorbet: Homemade sorbet, offering the most soulful finish. It was breathtakingly beautiful at first glance; the simple white porcelain plate and glass were limpid and elegant, perfectly matching the sorbet's style. Unlike typical sorbets that emphasize extreme acidity, this restaurant took a different approach, with a gentle, even subtle, acidity that brings out the natural, lively fragrance of lemon, like Lolita's touch through pale silk. The texture was also delicate and smooth, without any ice crystals. Everyone was captivated; some even ordered an extra to take away. The restaurant claims that ingredients come from its organic garden. This might be a pointless gimmick, but the cooking and presentation of the dishes conveyed a consistent level of refinement and care, making it all the more valuable.

The ambience and rustic look of this place is puts you back in time. Our entrees were very fresh,…read moreflavorful, and hot. The service was top notch. Ordered pie afterwards - banana cream, and pecan pie. Banana cream was stellar, but the pecan pie seemed a little salty. All in all, this place deserves a visit.

The only star they earned was for the dinner roll. I should have just eaten my roll and skipped…read moreeverything else. Hubby wanted a hot roast beef or hot turkey sandwich. Was told by our server both the beef & turkey gravy were pre-made and had lots of black pepper. She brought us a little sample cup. It was loaded with cracked black pepper. Hubby ordered a hamburger, as was only thing not pre-cooked with inappropriate amounts of black pepper. I ordered the chicken fried steak as I had read it was what they are famous for. After 2 bites I realized my chicken fried steak was so over cooked and difficult to chew. I thought I could get past the black pepper in the beef gravy. But it was too much, even for me. We both ended up having hamburgers and fries. Had I known we were just going to have hamburgers, we would have found a local burger joint and saved lots of time & money. Unless you're a fan of lots of black pepper and overcooked food, skip this place.

Service was great. 1st time to try. Pizza isnt greasy, gracious with the topping. Salad bar was…read morefresh. Dont mind coming back for more

$34 for 2 spaghetti with meat sauce and 2 single trip salads. That would be fine if it was good but…read morethis food isn't good. I watched the cashier take the pasta noodles (which were in plastic take out containers) out of the fridge and put them into the microwave. At some point sauce was added and it was nuked again. Really? The salad bar is nice but the lettuce was so wet the whole thing tasted drowned. The bread stick tasted funky, like too yeasty. I've been there before, had the same thing and really enjoyed- not sure what went wrong on Saturday. Also it's a little disturbing to see plastic being nuked in the microwave, especially in a restaurant.

I had the Thai Coconut Shrimp Curry and it was delicious!! This place is a must!! I'm from…read moreCalifornia and every time I come to Utah this place is a must!! 10/10

11/10 food, from california and would make a trip to utah just for this place…read morefood is flavorful, very fresh, big portions

I put in a Door Dash order. It was taking so long that I was going to cancel it and they said l…read morewould only get 5.73 back if I did so. My order was for 22.73. After waiting about another 15 minutes the Dasher finally brought my order. I ordered a Philly steak and cheese. It was ice cold. I put that in the MW to heat it up. The other thing that was annoying was that if you order a combo meal they charge you and extra 59 cents if you want Pop. I just ordered a Poppi because that didn't have an extra charge. It's been a long time since I've been to a Subway, probably 3 or 4 years. The food was so bland and tasteless. I will not go back to Subway unless there is absolutely no other option.

Nasty Service. I should've known when the place was empty. I asked if I could use the restroom…read morebefore I ordered something and she slammed something down on the calendar and made a rude comment. Refuse to let me use the restroom. It is what it is, but this is a travel through town and to be nasty to people is really ridiculous.