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Top Cool Treats for the Summer in Greater Zion

Cool Summer Treats in Greater Zion

Local foodie, Michele, from @stg_eats, which is Greater Zion’s go-to for restaurant happenings, news, and reviews, presents the Top Cool Treats for the Summer just in time for the warm, warm temps! Try one or try them all! Then make sure to check out stg-eats.com to be in-the-know and for recommendations on eating your way through Greater Zion, and give a follow to @stg_eats on Facebook and Instagram.

Ice Cream Taco at Sweet Rolled Tacos

It’s fun to watch and even more fun to eat! Each taco is frozen and rolled right in front of you then carefully placed in a waffle-cone shell and topped with even more sweetness! 

Ice Cream Taco at Sweet Rolled Tacos
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Concrete at Nielsen’s Frozen Custard

This award-winning custard is smooth, rich, and creamy! A Concrete is crafted with their freshly made custard and many mix-in choices. Pro tip: try Raspberry Oreo!

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Shave Ice from Famous Yeti Shave Ice

This is the only type of snow we truly enjoy in Greater Zion. It’s extra soft and there are plenty of flavors, toppings, and sizes to customize yours. Dare you to try the huge Famous Yeti.

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Pie Shake from Lava Grill at Veyo Pool

This cool treat is made from a slice of pie from the popular Veyo Pies blended with ice cream. Not only is the shake fantastic, but so is the scenery. You’ll be eating this shake next to a beautiful pool located in an amazing canyon!

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Lemonade Mint Supreme (Royden’s Lemonade) from Xetava

Pretty much the best drink of my life. This refreshing lemonade is blended with ice, vanilla, coconut, and fresh mint. When I say fresh I truly mean it; they pick the mint right there onsite while prepping it!

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Gelata from Zeppe’s

What’s a Gelata you might ask? Custard + Italian Ice all in one! You get the best of both worlds with this frozen treat!

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Fresh Fruit Smoothie at The Orange Peel

Wanting a healthier cool treat? Look no farther than the Orange Peel! This Best of State winner has so many good options, but the Big Red is my personal favorite!

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Known for their soft cookies, but make it even better with a large scoop of ice cream sandwiched between two of them! 

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Hand-Scooped Ice Cream from Rowley’s Red Barn Dixie

This fun barn is a unique place to get ice cream as well as gifts and fresh produce. They have lots of homemade ice cream choices! Another great cool treat is their Apple Cider Slush!

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Crazy Shake from Snelgrove Ice Cream

These delicious ice cream shakes are no ordinary shakes. They are made crazy by topping them with cookies, slices of cake, candy, whipped cream, and more. They often feature different flavors depending on the time of year. 

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Visit Greater Zion’s Dining page to find more tasty delights and other cool treats for the summer!

@stg_eats on Facebook and Instagram is Greater Zion’s go-to for restaurant happenings, news, and reviews. To be in-the-know and for recommendations on eating your way through Greater Zion, check out stg-eats.com, and give a follow to @stg_eats on Facebook and Instagram.

When you’re embarking on adventures in Greater Zion, you need your morning fuel. Our local foodie @stg_eats, Greater Zion’s go-to for restaurant happenings, news, and reviews, has just the list – the best breakfast spots across the land. Some even serve breakfast all day, so maybe it’s a refuel situation. No matter what you’re doing while visiting Greater Zion, check into these first-meal-of-the-day gems! Make sure to follow @stg_eats on Facebook and Instagram and check out stg-eats.com to be in-the-know and for recommendations on eating your way through Greater Zion.

Morty’s

Mortys

This popular burger restaurant now has a full breakfast menu. You can choose from pancakes and waffles, omelets, breakfast sandwiches, or their popular breakfast burritos. We love the burritos, but the pancakes were really great too! You’re able to customize your pancakes and waffles with a wide variety of toppings. It’s a great, casual spot for all ages. 


Bear Paw Café

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The Bear Paw has been in St. George for over 25 years and is a favorite of both locals and tourists. Located in the beautiful downtown, they serve breakfast and lunch 365 days a year. We’ve liked everything we’ve tried on the menu!


Tifiny’s Creperie

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Delicious sweet and savory crepes are what you will find at Tifiny’s. We’ve also heard amazing things about the Creme Brulee French Toast. They make for a great brunch, lunch or dinner. We also love that they have outdoor patio seating. 


Bishop’s Grill

Bishops

If you want to eat like a local, try Bishop’s. This long-running diner has a small-town feel and is loved by locals. They feature a large menu with all of your breakfast favorites at an affordable price. I personally love their house-made burrito sauce which you can get on top of a breakfast burrito or an omelet. They also have a house-made raspberry jam that is delicious. Looking for something sweet? Try their cinnamon rolls, which are as big as a dinner plate! 


Main Street Cafe

This quaint cafe, found in the heart of Hurricane, is a great stop for breakfast. Serving a variety of flavorful dishes, we are partial to the omelets and the waffles. We also love the back patio that overlooks a lovely, green yard. If you happen to be there in the evening, we also recommend them for dinner. Their burgers are cooked on the grill on the back patio, it almost feels more like a BBQ at a friend’s home than eating out. 


Rooster Run Café

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Located in Hurricane, we’ve found this diner to be worth the drive from St. George. They serve breakfast all day long with plenty of other diner favorites too. We have found the food to be excellent and the service top notch!


Wood.Ash.Rye

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This beautiful restaurant serves up some of our favorite cuisine in all of Greater Zion. They source their ingredients regionally so everything is very fresh. They have an in-house bakery where they make all of their own breads and biscuits. (You must try the biscuits with the homemade jam!) Everything is delectable, but the Croque Madame should not be missed!


Kneaders

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You haven’t lived until you’ve tried Kneaders chunky cinnamon French toast! The thickest, softest French toast you will ever find. Topped with their homemade caramel syrup, strawberries and whipped cream. Did we mention it’s all you can eat? They also have some lighter choices on their breakfast menu, but we can never pass up the French toast!


Tias – Artisan Bakery & Restaurant

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Tias is the newest restaurant and bakery on this list. They feature some unique, fresh choices and serve breakfast all day long! We love their avocado toast, but the Nutella waffles, Nutella French toast, and their omelets also look amazing.


Oscar’s Café

Imagine enjoying breakfast out on the patio with views of Zion National Park. That’s what you’ll find at Oscar’s! Known as one of the best restaurants in Springdale, they serve up some mouth-watering breakfasts that you are sure to love. Try a large breakfast burrito or, if you want something sweeter, maybe the Frosted French Toast will satisfy your sweet tooth – it’s dipped in Frosted Flakes!


Visit Greater Zion’s Dining page to find more on restaurants and food across the area!

Travel often comes with quick, unhealthy eating choices as you’re on the road or need a quick bite. But local foodie @stg_eats, Greater Zion’s go-to for restaurant happenings, news and reviews, points us to some top healthy food destinations across Greater Zion. Check out these establishments – you’re sure to find something for the whole family. And to be in-the-know and for recommendations on eating your way through Greater Zion, check out stg-eats.com, give a follow to @stg_eats on Facebook and Instagram.

Gaia’s Garden

What once was a popular food truck has now become a popular plant-based restaurant in St. George! We love the acai bowls, the avocado toast and the vegan nachos! 

Twisted Noodle Cafe

This family-friendly restaurant is sure to have something for everyone. From salads to power bowls to burgers to pasta – all with a healthy twist – you’ll be sure to find something to accommodate your diet! 

Mixed Greens

This family-owned business is popular with locals looking for a healthier meal. They serve up delicious salads and warm bowls that will leave you satisfied and wanting to come back for more! 

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Ahi’s Taste of Asia

This yummy Asian restaurant has many different choices including quite a few healthy options. Their menu features many Asian-inspired salads, rice bowls, plenty of veggie dishes and they are very accommodating when it comes to customers’ dieting needs. 

Viva Chicken

This Peruvian rotisserie chicken restaurant has many fresh and tasty choices. We absolutely love the quinoa-stuffed avocado and the Tacu Bowl! Their unique sauces are also a must try! 

Viva Chicken
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Hawaiian Poke Bowl

This restaurant is a hidden gem in Greater Zion. The owner is a native Hawaiian and makes excellent poke bowls, in fact many people will tell you it tastes just like the poke you find in Hawaii. These rice bowls are fresh, healthy and delicious! 

Hawaiian Poke Bowl
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FeelLove Coffee

You won’t find just coffee at this unique shop, you’ll also find some really good food! They feature mouth-watering breakfasts, flavorful lunches and delightful pastries, including many vegan, gluten-free and keto options. They have locations in both St. George and Springdale. 

FeelLove Coffee
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This cozy cafe in downtown Hurricane is a great spot to grab breakfast, lunch or dinner. They feature plenty of healthy dishes including gluten-free and vegetarian options. We also love that they have a quaint, outdoor dining area.

Pig’s Ear American Bistro

This restaurant is fantastic! Every dish is beautiful and delicious. Their menu features a wide variety of choices including many for the health-conscious individual and the not-so-health-conscious individual. It’s also worth noting that they have beautiful mountain views! 

Pigs Ear American Bistro
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Cafe Soleil

This Springdale cafe uses healthy, organic and local ingredients whenever possible. They serve breakfast, lunch and dinner with plenty of vegan and vegetarian choices. It’s also just steps away from Zion National Park! 


Visit Greater Zion’s Dining page to find more on restaurants and food across the area!

After Exploring Zion National Park, Here’s Where You Can Refuel

Boasting over four million visitors a year, Zion National Park itself has world-famous hiking, rock climbing, and adventure. At the gateway to this gem, and nestled within the canyon walls, lies the quaint and cozy town of Springdale.

Acting as the perfect host city to one of the country’s best National Parks, with boutique-style shopping, a shuttle system to get you around, and delicious, non-chain restaurants, Springdale has the ability to make you feel like a foodie expert.

After a full day of exploring Zions vast canyon walls, check out some of Springdale’s top-rated restaurants, according to Tripadvisor and people who have had the pleasure of eating in beautiful Springdale Utah restaurants.

Whiptail Grill

With views that are just as amazing as their Mexican cuisine, Whiptail Grill is a great place to relax and take in even more of what the Springdale area has to offer. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, their extensive menu offers something for everyone.

Plate with green sauce and cucumber salsa.

Café Soleil

Featuring a fresh, flavorful and healthy menu, Cafe Soleil is a great place to grab a quick bite before a full day of hiking or to replenish afterwards.

Roasted coffee beans on burlap.

Oscar’s Café

With a family friendly and vibrant atmosphere, this place gives you an inside look into what the Springdale area truly has to offer.

Fish taco with mango salsa

MeMe’s Café

Well-known for their delicious crepes and specialty coffee, MeMe’s Cafe is just one of Springdale’s gems that are as unforgettable as the views in Zion.

Crepe with strawberries and whipped cream.

Looking for additional dining options in Greater Zion and Springdale Utah restaurants, visit the Cuisine Page to explore your many options.