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Diners' Choice: Contemporary American restaurants in Utah

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Updated May 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Contemporary American cuisine in Utah? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

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Pig’s Ear American Bistro

4.8

4.8 (396)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Hurricane

About the restaurant

Pig's Ear American Bistro in a modern casual dining restaurant catering to the most demanding appetites in Hurricane, Utah. Come for the great food, drinks and desserts, and stay for the warm, inviting 'second home' atmosphere you'll love from the start.

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LauraVIP

Dined 6 days ago

We love coming here as much as possible. Not many good restaurants in the area. We always recommend Shelby as he is our favorite server and very attentive and quite frequently remembers how we like our food. I can say not many servers are like him at any restaurant. Thank you Shelby for always being the best.

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Tiburon Fine Dining

4.8

4.8 (2916)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Holladay / Midvale / Sandy / Union

About the restaurant

Tiburon Fine Dining has quietly become one of Utah's premier restaurants. Tiburon is located in the south end of the Salt Lake valley in an unassuming building that formerly housed a fruit stand. But don't be fooled, Tiburon serves award-winning contemporary American cuisine ranging from pan-seared Beef Tenderloin with Foie Gras and Madiera syrup to Black Sesame-Crusted Ahi Tuna with Honey and Soy Marinated Carrots. The Crab Cakes consistently win best in the state and the salads are raved about by the locals. But it does not end with the food, service is always top-notch. Led by a staff that has been with owners since its opening in 1999, guests always feel welcomed in the warm and friendly atmosphere. And in the Summer with it's patio dining. Tiburon is the place to dine in the South Valley.

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Jeff

Dined 4 days ago

A true hidden gem. Anybody looking for a great meal, amazing ambience, and unprecedented service, this will never disappoint. You will want to bring your credit card though. :-)

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4.9

4.9 (1889)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

South Jordan

About the restaurant

Established in 2010, The Wild Rose is a fine dining restaurant in the heart of South Jordan, located in The District Shopping Center. We serve Contemporary American Cuisine focused on choice cuts of meat and fresh fish accompanied by classically inspired sauces with a unique flare. We offer a full bar with craft beer and specialty cocktails as well as an extensive wine list. The Wild Rose has multiple private dining options for private or special events and offers patio seating.

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Steven

Dined 6 days ago

We love this restaurant! Rack of lamb was cooked perfectly.

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Tenderloin of Beef

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4.8

4.8 (4245)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Holladay / Midvale / Sandy / Union

About the restaurant

Log Haven, long synonymous with wildflowers, waterfalls and fine canyon dining, is located in a historic log mansion in the Wasatch National Forest, minutes from downtown Salt Lake City. Named "Top 10 Romantic Restaurants in the U.S." by USA Today and America's Most Scenic Restaurants (as featured in Forbes)! Consistently honored with the most national and local awards in the industry: Best Utah Restaurant, Best Salt Lake Restaurant, Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, and the coveted Hall of Fame Award. “This is the highest honor we can give a restaurant in Utah. It means that besides having great food, terrific ambiance and passionate people, something magical has happened to make this restaurant so consistently excellent on all fronts that it thrives as an inspiration to everyone in the business.” -Salt Lake Magazine

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Bob

Dined 3 days ago

Our second time at LH. Absolutely perfect…again. Thank you.

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Warm French Chocolate Cake

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Korean Fried Cauliflower

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Seared Beef Tenderloin

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4.8

4.8 (3223)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

St. George

About the restaurant

A culinary island in Southern Utah, the Painted Pony brings a touch of class--and intriguing flavors--to St. George. The restaurant, tucked away in Ancestor Square, is exceptionally clean and cozy, with contemporary art, fresh flowers, and -- in the evening -- a top notch romantic atmosphere with subdued lighting and patio dining.

If your surroundings don't clue you in, your first glance at the menu will. Painted Pony is not your standard fare. Contemporary American cuisine evidently doesn't mean just another good steakhouse, and the simply written food descriptions promise something new and intriguing for your palate.

The Painted Pony has perfected the fine art of using fresh ingredients and delicate flavoring. An exceptional wine list, generous portions, attentive service, and reasonable prices will convince you to return to "the Pony" anytime you're in St. George.

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KatyVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Although their inside seating is very nice and has great ambiance, their outdoor patio is perfect for outdoor lunch dining. The patio is up high, so you feel as if you are in a tree house. It is a magical setting with a wonderful outdoor ambiance. Painted Pony's lunch is the best deal in town. It is not inexpensive, but it is a good value for the excellent service, food quality, and selection. BTW, I am sure their patio also offers a lovely outdoor dinner experience. We happened to enjoy sitting out and enjoying the afternoon.

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Cultivate Craft Kitchen

4.8

4.8 (834)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Draper

About the restaurant

Refined Casual.

Cultivate Craft Kitchen’s menu provides modern dishes that capture the flavor of the season, while paying tribute to the rich farming history of Draper City. Within our walls, we create a dining experience with shared plates that will cultivate a love of food, friendships and new flavors.

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ryan

Dined today

Cultivate always delivers with the amazing food and great hospitality.

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Gorgonzola Gnocchi

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4.8

4.8 (421)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Wanship

About the restaurant

Yuta was the name the Ute Indians called the area and themselves, meaning "mountain top" or "people who live high is the mountains." Legend has it, when Spanish explorers arrived and asked the natives what this area was called, they were told "YUTA." Its mountains have seen many cultures pass through or inhabit, starting with the Uto-Aztecan Native Americans; then, the Utes. As US western expansion continued, more cultures moved through the area – from as far away as Eastern Europe and China. Drawing on all of these cultures, we are defining a regional cuisine true to Utah, featuring a wood-burning hearth, and with Lynsey Gammon, our Blue Sky farmer who uses the ultimate in organic farming practices.

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JenniferVIP

Dined 3 days ago

If you are looking for an exceptional dining experience experience, Yuta is it. The plates are works of art and the flavors come together like a symphony in perfect balance and harmony. And the service? Impeccable. Elizabeth is the best. Treat yourself. You deserve it.

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4.7

4.7 (2053)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Park City

About the restaurant

At Twisted Fern, we honor the roots of our ingredients and infuse a twist of creativity in a New American atmosphere. We do this out of respect for you and respect for the process.

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Mustafa

Dined 3 days ago

Overall amazing experience. Definitely will go there back.

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4.7

4.7 (210)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Alta

About the restaurant

A full-service restaurant located at the Snowpine Lodge in Alta, UT. Swen’s sophisticated menu features globally-inspired cuisine, with fresh, regionally-sourced ingredients, and an extensive wine and beer list. The atmosphere is cozy and friendly yet refined, with a bustling open-display kitchen and family and communal tables surrounded by elegant floor-to-ceiling windows. The stunning views and the sumptuous food and drink make dining at Swen’s an unforgettable experience.

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Alex

Dined on Apr 7, 2025

All around great experience for breakfast and dinner, menu was creative and delicious. Flawlessly executed steak and interesting appetizers. Really a fine dining experience at Alta, wow.

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4.6

4.6 (1936)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Park City

About the restaurant

350 Main is located on historic Main Street right in the heart of Park City. Delivering a menu focused on contemporary comfort food, craft cocktails and an award-winning wine list. Please join us for a lively, upscale dining experience in our beautiful historic building.

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Aubrey

Dined 2 days ago

Delicious. The elk steak with fig was amazing and the flower girl mocktail was so refreshing

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Crispy Cauliflower

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