You’re visiting Bryce Canyon and you need a place to eat! We’ve got you covered.
Bryce Canyon and the surrounding area generally have MEDIOCRE food, so you can’t just go anywhere. That’s why we’ve gathered for you the best spots that you’ll want to consider on your vacation.
Keep on reading for all of your options!
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There are four places to eat inside the park.
The Lodge at Bryce Canyon is a nice spot to eat breakfast right after watching a sunrise!
They also serve lunch and dinner, with options like the bourbon burger, elk chili, grilled ribeye, salmon, and vegetarian options.
Based on reviews, this is probably your best bet for a good meal in or around Bryce Canyon.
You can also stay at The Lodge at Bryce Canyon, the only lodging in the park.
This is the newest restaurant in the park and a great stop after you hike that Queens Garden/Navajo Loop Trail! As the name implies, they offer pizza, pastries, and coffee. They are open from 7:00 am to 10:00 pm.
Located near the lodge and Valhalla, stop at the Bryce Canyon General Store if you just need to pick up a snack or drink. They offer pizza slices, sandwiches, ice cream, and drinks.
The Gift Shop is nearby and sells Native American art.
This food truck can be found in different areas of the park. Usually at one of the shuttle stops. It serves hot dogs and other snacks. They also serve areas in St. George and Kanab so check their Facebook page before you go if you’re dying to have a Dawg.
This is a good stop if you need something to eat while doing the 2-3 hour scenic drive.
DON’T MISS: Are There Shuttles at Bryce Canyon? How to Get Around Bryce Canyon.
Bryce Canyon City is right next to the park entrance. It’s where most people stay when visiting Bryce.
The reviews aren’t anything to brag about here, but here are some local favorites:
Easily the best-rated option in Bryce Canyon City, Bryce Canyon Pines serves comfort food like meat and potatoes, with a pie to top it off.
Located on Highway 12, it’s not “off the beaten path,” but it isn’t right in Bryce Canyon City, either. Locals like this place and it’s a better bet than the more touristy places near the entrance to the park.
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Some people love it, some people…not so much. Probably the best buffet option around, however.
The Canyon Diner is located right next to the buffet, the reviews here are worse than the buffet. But it’s not as expensive, either. It’s a quick and affordable place to get a bite.
Note that this is dinner AND a show, so this is an entire evening experience. The reviews for both the dinner and the show are very good. This is a chuck wagon dinner with all the fixins, steak, salmon, BBQ, chicken, potato, roll, salad, and dessert. We are visiting this year and will write more on this later.
If you want a sneak peek of the music, the Bryce Canyon Wranglers have put some songs on YouTube for you.
Again, mixed reviews. Some people complain about the fish.
Remember: not only is Bryce located far away from the ocean, but it’s also located far away from any major cities. We’re in steak and bison country here. LOL.
Tropic is a town about 15 minutes away from Bryce Canyon City, and the food options here receive better reviews. There are many places to eat here but we’ll give you two.
i.d.k. Barbeque is comparable to Bryce Canyon Pines in its positive reviews. Since we’re dealing with BBQ and not fish, we trust this place!
This hidden gem is located away from the main road, so you’ll get a little more seclusion here. It’s slightly more fine dining than i.d.k. Barbeque.
If you’re visiting Bryce Canyon for the first time, you want to get to the best spots at the right times. That’s why we created a step-by-step itinerary for you.
The added benefit? We tell you about the park in our audio guide. Listen to it while you’re cruising along the 18-mile Bryce Scenic Drive to learn all about the park!
BRYCE CANYON TRIP PLANNER: To read or watch all of our content about Bryce Canyon National Park, check out our Bryce Canyon Homepage
THINGS TO DO: There is so much to do including, watching a sunrise, horseback riding, biking and riding trails on ATVs. Follow our Bryce itinerary or our 3-day Bryce and Zion itinerary for an epic road trip.
WHERE TO EAT: Check out the best places to eat in and around the area of Bryce Canyon
GREAT CITIES TO STAY OR CHECK OUT:Learn all about the best places to stay at Bryce Canyon and don’t miss other great cities nearby including Cedar City.
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO: Find out if you need a reservation and how to use the shuttle system plus tips on driving in Bryce and when you should visit.
WATCH: Enjoy videos of gorgeous Bryce Canyon National Park while learning our best tips for visiting by watching our Bryce Canyon YouTube Playlist
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