The 7 Best Restaurants in Park City, Utah
Updated December 2023
In addition to the acres of outdoor playgrounds in the surrounding mountains, Park City, Utah, offers a vibrant and world-renowned dining scene. Whether you are looking for a quiet gourmet dinner or a lively place to refuel, Park City has the perfect restaurant for every taste.
As you plan your visit, take a look at our picks for the seven best restaurants in Park City!
Local’s Guide to the Best Places to Eat in Park City
With so many exceptional food options in Park City, having some expert advice on must-visits is essential. From Main Street high-end eateries to low-key bistros, here are restaurants that should make it on your vacation itinerary!
Note: Don’t miss out on world-class dining! Given that the operating hours of many restaurants are subject to change, it's always a wise decision to check in and make a reservation in advance to ensure you secure a table.
1) Riverhorse on Main
One of North America’s top culinary destinations and a 16-year recipient of the Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star Award.
540 Main St.
Dinner Nightly | Open at 5pm
Rated as one of the best restaurants in Park City, Riverhorse on Main offers an unforgettable menu featuring exquisite ingredients. Enjoy favorites like foie gras terrine, a trio of wild game, and their classic macadamia nut-crusted Alaskan halibut. Looking for some top-notch wine to pair with your Park City vacation? Their wine cellar is well-curated and award-winning. Located on Main Street in the center of downtown Park City, Riverhorse on Main is the perfect spot for a romantic evening.
Don’t forget to check out their sister eatery Saltbox, for grab-and-go breakfast and lunch items.
2) Twisted Fern
Creative, conscientious New American cuisine featuring seasonal, locally-produced ingredients.
1300 Snow Creek Dr.
Dinner Nightly | Open from 5pm–9pm
Featuring whole, minimally processed foods infused with a twist of creativity in a New American atmosphere, Twisted Fern honors the roots of their ingredients with great care and intention. Chef and owner Adam Ross’ menus offer seasonally inspired ingredients sourced from local purveyors or produced in-house.
While their menus change with the seasons, you can expect fresh salads bursting with beautiful vegetables, delectable trout entrees, and their grass-fed gourmet burger. And, a plus for parents: Twisted Fern has a delightful kid’s menu.
3) Blind Dog Restaurant & Raw Bar
Fresh sushi, seafood, raw bar, and premium steaks in the Kimball Art Center area.
1251 Kearns Blvd.
Dinner Tuesday–Saturday | Open at 5pm
A Park City institution, Blind Dog Restaurant & Raw Bar offers the freshest seafood in Utah, creatively crafted and presented, and loved by all. Check out their seafood and steak menu, boasting delectable fish, oysters, lobster, and organic steaks. Don’t forget to peruse their famous sushi and raw bar.
Add into the mix one of Utah's most extensive wine lists and cocktail menus, and Blind Dog is a not-to-be-missed dining experience in Park City. You’ll find a bit of the East Coast restaurant style nestled in the Wasatch Mountains.
4) Sammy’s Bistro
Casual bistro with high-quality food, as featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.
1890 Bonanza Dr. #100
Lunch and Dinner Daily | Open from 11am–9pm
Sammy’s Bistro is a local secret that offers some of the best food in Park City at a bargain price! Relax in its casual environment with a cold draft beer and enjoy a signature dish, like their mahi mahi tacos or a spicy veggie burger. The outdoor patio is the perfect place to soak up the sunshine after a bluebird day on the slopes. Sammy’s Bistro is proof that you don’t need a big budget to enjoy a fantastic meal during your vacation.
5) Cafe Terigo
Old World-style Italian menu with a Park City Twist.
424 Main St.
Lunch and Dinner | Monday–Saturday | Open from 11:30am–2:30pm and 5:30pm–9pm
Café Terigo has been a family-owned and operated favorite among locals for over 30 years. Dinner on the Main Street patio under the sparkling lights or inside the quaint dining room is always a memorable experience. Diners will enjoy lunch and dinner menus crafted by father-daughter team Ed and Carly Axtell, featuring dishes that will make you feel right at home. Signature dishes include herb-crusted trout, traditional Bolognese on house-made pappardelle pasta, and pan-seared scallops atop spring pea risotto.
6) Chimayo
Distinctive Southwestern cuisine spanning culinary favorites from Southern Mexico to Southern Utah.
368 Main St.
Dinner Sunday-Thursday 5-9pm | Fri & Sat 5pm-10pm
Serving eclectic Spanish food surrounded by rustic décor reminiscent of Old World New Mexico, Chimayo is a must on any visitor’s list. Take your time enjoying dinner in the stunning dining room before diving into the crown roast barbecued spareribs or honey-roasted duck enchiladas. Also not to be missed is their selection of beverages, including house sangria, creative margaritas, and an impressive list of wines.
7) The Mustang
Award-winning fine dining with ingredients that are fresh, organic, and sustainably sourced.
890 Main Street
Visit the website to make a reservation or call 435-658-3975 for more information.
The Mustang offers the largest private patio on Main Street! What’s more, you can get your favorite libation from their full bar and snack on seasonal appetizers like jumbo lump crab cakes and the unforgettable duck chile relleno egg rolls. Try one of their fresh salads or dive into their French onion chicken served with gnocchi in a sage-infused cream sauce.
Get restaurant tips and reservation help when you book your vacation rental with Park City Lodging. Our complimentary concierge team is here to help plan your food itinerary!
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Published on Thursday, September 25, 2014