St. George Area Dining

St. George Area restaurants: from classics to fine dining, only in Greater Zion

The St. George Area —  including the cities of St. George, Washington, Santa Clara, and Ivins — enjoys the most dining options near Zion National Park from big-name chains to only-in-Greater-Zion eats. Less than an hour from Zion’s Main Canyon entrance, St. George and its neighboring cities pair outdoor adventure and city exploration, where hungry visitors enjoy flavorful cuisine prepared and served by gracious Greater Zion locals.  

Dining in St. George, Washington, Santa Clara, and Ivins

Seeking a steakhouse or pub? Maybe Mexican, Italian, or classic American? The St. George Area restaurant scene offers various local eateries for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. 

Wake up with a hearty breakfast

From hearty basics to food with flair, breakfast in St. George, Washington, Santa Clara, and Ivins offer so many options to fuel up before hitting up Zion, the golf course, or the trails. 

Homestyle diner favorites at Bear Paw Cafe

Bear Paw Cafe (St. George) loyalists rave about the “famous” French toast filled with homemade spiced apples. Other diner staples — biscuits and gravy, eggs and bacon, crepes, coffee, and espresso — make this cafe an easy bet for breakfast. Hungry for lunch? Try the Rueben, Philly cheese steak, French dip, ground sirloin cheeseburger, or paninis.  

From-scratch seasonal specialties at First Watch

Open for breakfast, brunch, and lunch, First Watch (St. George) serves up a chef-driven menu of elevated classics — think avocado toast, smoked salmon eggs benedict, and lemon ricotta pancakes — and seasonal specialties. Try their seasonal honey caramel crunch iced coffee or freshly squeezed juices from the juice bar. 

Casual French cuisine at Tifiny’s Creperie

Craving a “Breakfast at Tifiny’s” experience? Minus the diamonds and dazzle of the famous Tiffany & Co, Tifiny’s Creperie (St. George) offers casual French cuisine — sweet and savory crêpes, salads, sandwiches, teas, and desserts — set inside a quaint, French-inspired cafe.

Griddled goodness at Bishop’s Grill

Bishop’s Grill (two St. George locations) is a simple, old-fashioned diner serving up reliable griddle combos with affordable prices and a wait staff that knows their regulars by name. Try the giant cinnamon roll or homemade jam on a biscuit or toast, or pop by for lunch.

Breakfast, brunch, and beyond at St. Helen’s Restaurant & Sports Bar

When searching for breakfast and brunch spots, a sports bar might not be the first option that comes to your mind. But St. Helen’s Restaurant & Sports Bar (Washington) has a robust breakfast and brunch menu. You can enjoy pancakes, omelets, benedicts, and more for brunch. on weekends and various other meals throughout the week. 

Family-friendly dining for lunch, dinner, and dessert 

Need a restaurant to appease a variety of taste buds? The St. George Area is loaded with family-friendly dining. 

Trusty tavern go-tos at George’s Corner Restaurant & Pub

George’s Corner Restaurant & Pub (St. George) dishes up pub favorites such as lamb burgers, calamari, black bean burgers, wings and chili. The charming corner pub opens for breakfast, lunch and dinner, plays live music every weekend, and displays historical St. George photos on the walls. 

Live-action fun at Sakura Japanese Steak House & Sushi

Sushi in a southwest desert? Oh, yes. Diners of all ages revel in the entertainment at Sakura Japanese Steak House & Sushi (St. George). Experience hibachi tables hosted by lively chefs, an interactive digital sealife floor, and a robot dessert server, alongside steak and sushi staples such as filet mignon, teriyaki salmon, and Rock & Roll and Mango Tango rolls. 

Brick-oven classics at Riggatti’s Wood Fired Pizza

Easy and extra cheesy, Riaggtti’s Wood Fired Pizza (Washington and St. George) is a casual, counter-service pizzeria offering hand-tossed, artisan, wood-fired pizza. Order a favorite combo or try a Riggatti’s specialty: Caprese, Islander (pineapple, ham, and barbecue drizzle), CBR (chicken, bacon and ranch), and the Riggatti (pesto, chicken, olives, and feta).

Baked goods at Dutchman’s Market

Dutchman’s Market (Santa Clara) is a family-friendly bakery known for their delicious homemade cookies. You can enjoy your sweet treats – for breakfast or dessert – as you browse through the adjoined boutique. The shelves are stocked with whimsical toys that kiddos love, and their upcoming expansion will soon bring their baking capabilities to new levels of yum. 

Fine dining in the St. George Area

Stop, relax, and enjoy steak, sushi, croque monsieur, and unstoppable red rock views. 

Art-infused ambiance at Xetava Garden Cafe and Rusted Cactus

Tucked into the Kayenta Art Village, Xetava (Ivins) and its sister restaurant Rusted Cactus, delight visitors with red-cliff views, patio breezes, and tastes of locally sourced, wild, and organic ingredients. Enjoy a wild-caught green curry Mahi with bok choy or salmon with lemon cream sauce, a goat-cheese-topped golden beet salad topped with candied walnuts, or the Xetava burger with matchstick fries. Save room for a frozen lemonade with coconut and mint, a chilled chili chocolate, or carrot cake. 

Rusted Cactus (Ivins) has both tapas fare and entree-sized menu options to accompany an always-developing craft cocktail menu.

Contemporary cuisine at Painted Pony Restaurant

Upscale. Impeccable. Beautiful. Those are some of the ways foodies describe Painted Pony Restaurant (St. George). Try the craft cocktails, bacon-wrapped dates stuffed with almonds and blue cheese, home-brewed iced teas, seasonal wine selections, Green Goddess salad with roasted poblano hummus, grass-fed charbroiled ribeye, brisket panini, and halibut. 

Unmatched views at Cliffside Restaurant 

An evening at Cliffside Restaurant (St. George) is a vacation tradition for many. Its impeccable service, sweeping red-rock views, and easy-breezy outdoor patio create a magical dining experience. Enjoy the four-cheese pear pasta, gazpacho, watermelon feta salad, trout, clam chowder, or steak. 

Artisanal shareables at Wood.Ash.Rye

Wood.Ash.Rye (St. George) packs a punch with its luxurious restaurant design inside The Advenire Hotel. Small, shareable plates and main entrees (also meant to be shared) are sourced from local and regional farmers and artisans. Start with the signature biscuits and homemade jam before moving on to favorites, such as the watermelon/pork belly appetizer, ribeye, charcuterie board, chicken thighs, and trout.

Farm-fresh delights at Rylu’s Bistro

Rylu’s Bistro (Santa Clara) delivers mighty flavors at the historic Roulett-Graf Home, a lovely, little 1875 cottage. Try seasonal selections created by French-trained chefs, such as the coconut labneh, Idaho trout with capellini, sweet corn gazpacho, Gochujang-glazed pork ribs, or a fennel, apricot and brie-stuffed chicken salad.

Where to find cocktails and bars in the St. George Area

Have no fear. There are bars and many restaurants in the St. George Area serving up craft cocktails, local brews, and fine wines. These Greater Zion cities offer several places to enjoy a drink and restaurants with fully-stocked bars, cocktail menus and wine selections.  The Rusted Cactus (Ivins), for example, features creative cocktails alongside delectable small plates. Spiritual Parlor (St. George) serves signature cocktails, spritzes, martinis, and old fashioneds. Try a blackberry mule or cucumber and basil collins at Hive 435 Taphouse, grab a Zion Pale Ale or Springdale Amber at Station 2 Bar by Zion Brewery (St. George) or Bloody Mary at St. Helen’s Restaurant and Sports Bar (Washington).