From Draper, Logan, Park City and beyond, Utah has sent a steady stream of restaurants to Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives over the years. We gathered the spots Guy Fieri has featured across the state, kept the ones still open and still beloved, and ranked the top 17 by how much diners actually love them. Consider it your Utah road-trip eating list.

1. Red Iguana (Salt Lake City)

Mexican · $$ · 4.6★ (10,216 Google reviews)

Red Iguana earned its spot on the show for Mexican plates that regulars rave about, and the 4.6-star average from 10,216 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 4, Episode 7 — “A Taste of Everywhere” (September 15, 2008)
Address: 736 W North Temple St, Salt Lake City, UT 84116
Phone: +1 801-322-1489
Website: www.rediguana.com
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2. Burger Bar (Roy)

American, Burger · $ · 4.6★ (6,687 Google reviews)

Known for American classics, Burger Bar still draws a crowd — a 4.6-star rating from 6,687 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D (2 times):
• Season 3, Episode 12 — “In the Family” (June 30, 2008)
• Season 27, Episode 11 — “All in the Family” (October 27, 2017)
Address: 5291 S 1900 W, Roy, UT 84067
Phone: +1 801-825-8961
Website: www.burgerbarutah.com
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3. Ruth’s Diner (Salt Lake City)

American, Breakfast · $$ · 4.6★ (5,795 Google reviews)

The American classics at Ruth’s Diner clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.6-star rating across 5,795 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D (2 times):
• Season 5, Episode 4 — “Places You Sent Me” (December 1, 2008)
• Season 21, Episode 15 — “Best of Breakfast” (December 23, 2014)
Address: 4160 Emigration Canyon Rd, Emigration Canyon, UT 84108
Phone: +1 801-582-5807
Website: ruthsdiner.com
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4. Lone Star Taqueria (Salt Lake City)

Mexican · $ · 4.6★ (3,604 Google reviews)

Lone Star Taqueria is one of the area’s go-to spots for Mexican plates, with a strong 4.6 stars from 3,604 reviews.

Featured on Triple D (2 times):
• Season 4, Episode 13 — “Doin' Their Own Thing” (November 10, 2008)
• Season 27, Episode 5 — “Mex to the Max” (August 14, 2017)
Address: 2265 Fort Union Blvd, Cottonwood Heights, UT 84121
Phone: +1 801-944-2300
Website: www.lstaq.com
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5. Proper Burger Company (Salt Lake City)

Burger · $$ · 4.4★ (3,038 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for burgers, Proper Burger Company keeps a 4.4-star rating across 3,038 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 29, Episode 10 — “Handy Helpings” (January 25, 2019)
Address: 865 Main St, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Phone: +1 801-906-8604
Website: properbrewingco.com/locations/proper-burger-downtown
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6. Arempa’s (Salt Lake City)

American, Mexican, Sandwich, Mediterranean · $ · 4.5★ (2,643 Google reviews)

Arempa’s earned its spot on the show for American classics that regulars rave about, and the 4.5-star average from 2,643 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 34, Episode 14 — “Sandwiches and Spice” (October 22, 2021)
Address: 350 S State St, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Phone: +1 385-301-8905
Website: www.arempas.com
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7. Tandoori Oven (Logan)

Asian · $$ · 4.7★ (2,088 Google reviews)

Known for bold Asian flavors, Tandoori Oven still draws a crowd — a 4.7-star rating from 2,088 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 31, Episode 8 — “Mom and Dad” (March 6, 2020)
Address: 720 E 1000 N, Logan, UT 84321
Phone: +1 435-750-6836
Website: tandooriovenlogan.com
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8. Curry Pizza (West Valley City)

Chicken, Pizza, Asian, Mediterranean, Vegan/Vegetarian · $$ · 4.7★ (2,013 Google reviews)

The fried chicken at Curry Pizza clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.7-star rating across 2,013 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 29, Episode 9 — “Cultural Twist” (January 4, 2019)
Address: 2927 S 5600 W, West Valley City, UT 84120
Phone: +1 801-302-0777
Website: food.orders.co/currypizza1y_source1_MTA3Mzc0NjU2Ny03MTUtbG9jYXRpb24ud2Vic2l0ZQ3D3D
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9. Finn’s Cafe (Salt Lake City)

Breakfast, Mediterranean · $$ · 4.6★ (1,784 Google reviews)

Finn’s Cafe is one of the area’s go-to spots for a knockout breakfast, with a strong 4.6 stars from 1,784 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 29, Episode 9 — “Cultural Twist” (January 4, 2019)
Address: 1624 S 1100 E, Salt Lake City, UT 84105
Phone: +1 801-467-4000
Website: www.finnscafe.net
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10. Santo Taco (Salt Lake City)

Mexican · $ · 4.5★ (1,713 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for Mexican plates, Santo Taco keeps a 4.5-star rating across 1,713 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 34, Episode 16 — “Tacos, Tots and Chops” (November 19, 2021)
Address: 910 N 900 W Ste B, Salt Lake City, UT 84116
Phone: +1 801-893-4000
Website: santotacos.com
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11. Sauce Boss Southern Kitchen (Draper)

Southern · $$ · 4.8★ (1,596 Google reviews)

Sauce Boss Southern Kitchen earned its spot on the show for Southern home cooking that regulars rave about, and the 4.8-star average from 1,596 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 34, Episode 17 — “Classic and Comfort” (November 26, 2021)
Address: 877 E 12300 S #203, Draper, UT 84020
Phone: +1 385-434-2433
Website: saucebosssouthernkitchen.com
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12. Curry Fried Chicken (Salt Lake City)

Chicken, Asian · $ · 4.6★ (1,293 Google reviews)

Known for fried chicken, Curry Fried Chicken still draws a crowd — a 4.6-star rating from 1,293 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 35, Episode 1 — “Chicken 'Cross the Globe” (December 17, 2021)
Address: 660 S State St, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Phone: +1 801-924-9188
Website: curryfriedchickenutah.com
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13. Sammy’s Bistro (Park City)

American, Chicken · $$ · 4.5★ (1,272 Google reviews)

The American classics at Sammy’s Bistro clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.5-star rating across 1,272 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D (2 times):
• Season 19, Episode 8 — “Cross Country Comfort Food” (May 9, 2014)
• Season 26, Episode  — “All Stacked Up” (March 10, 2017)
Address: 1890 Bonanza Dr #100, Park City, UT 84060
Phone: +1 435-214-7570
Website: sammysbistro.com
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14. Sabores (Logan)

American, Mexican · $ · 4.6★ (1,181 Google reviews)

Sabores is one of the area’s go-to spots for American classics, with a strong 4.6 stars from 1,181 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 31, Episode 10 — “From Beef to Bao” (April 3, 2020)
Address: 185 E 1250 N Suit 120, Logan, UT 84321
Phone: +1 435-750-5555
Website: sabores.international
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15. Hruska’s Kolaches (Salt Lake City)

Breakfast · $ · 4.8★ (1,001 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for a knockout breakfast, Hruska’s Kolaches keeps a 4.8-star rating across 1,001 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D (2 times):
• Season 29, Episode 10 — “Handy Helpings” (January 25, 2019)
• Season 33, Episode 3 — “Takeout: Global Comes Local” (September 11, 2020)
Address: 1751 S 1100 E, Salt Lake City, UT 84105
Phone: +1 385-309-4379
Website: www.hruskaskolaches.com
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16. El Salvador Los Primas (Logan)

Mexican · $ · 4.5★ (980 Google reviews)

El Salvador Los Primas earned its spot on the show for Mexican plates that regulars rave about, and the 4.5-star average from 980 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 31, Episode 7 — “Lots of Latin” (February 21, 2020)
Address: 880 Main St Ste #160, Logan, UT 84321
Phone: +1 435-752-0676
Website: www.elsalvadorlosprimos.com
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17. Aristo’s (Salt Lake City)

Mediterranean · $$$ · 4.7★ (940 Google reviews)

Known for Mediterranean dishes, Aristo’s still draws a crowd — a 4.7-star rating from 940 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 24, Episode 2 — “Triple D "All Stars"” (January 3, 2016)
Address: 402 Harvey Milk Blvd #2, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Phone: +1 801-532-3760
Website: www.manolison9th.com
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