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Wild Thyme Bistro

Casual American eatery serving chops, steaks & seafood in contemporary digs with outdoor tables.

(2,905)
$$$$Kanab, UT

About

Wild Thyme Bistro is a contemporary American spot in downtown Kanab serving chops, steaks, and seafood alongside a cafe menu of burgers and sandwiches, with outdoor deck seating for when the desert evening cools off. Kanab sits roughly 80 miles from the Grand Canyon North Rim, and this is exactly the kind of stop that makes the drive down or up Highway 89 worth breaking up — it also pulls travelers coming from Zion and heading toward Page or Lake Powell, which keeps the dining room busy most nights.

What to order

  • Elk burger with smoked Gouda and sage butter smashed potatoes — repeatedly singled out by reviewers as a standout
  • Pistachio chicken, server-recommended and a house favorite
  • Classic burgers, consistently called some of the best in the area

With a 4.5-star rating across nearly 2,900 reviews, Wild Thyme has built a real local following, though a busy kitchen means service and consistency can vary on a packed night. It's open daily from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., no reservation drama, just walk in. Good call for a sit-down dinner after a day of canyon views, or a late lunch before continuing on toward the North Rim.

Reviews (2,905)

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4.5

2,905 reviews

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Kirsten F
Kirsten F

in the last week

We went here for our anniversary and thoroughly enjoyed everything we ordered We both ordered the Little Hollywood mocktail and it is the best mocktail I have had. It's not too sweet and has actual fruit puree in it. Then we got the Wild Sliders and could not believe the flavor balanced in the sliders and in the burger patties. Phenomenal. For my main I got the Green Chili Penne and added the pistachio chicken to it. Again, the balance of flavors was spot on and the pistachio chicken is definitely worth the hype here. My husband ordered the bacon wrapped meatloaf and we were both surprised at how well the mole and pico played with the perfect meatloaf (and the veggies were cooked flawlessly-most restaurants overcook asparagus and serve the woody bits, but you could tell the veggies were grown locally because they were picked at peak ripeness). For desserts I could not pick so we ordered the carrot cake to eat at the restaurant and the key lime pie to go. The carrot cake again is balanced so well. The cake is spiced strongly, but the super tangy cream cheese frosting make the spice just right. I haven't tried the key lime pie yet, but I could smell the lime through the to go container so I know it is going to be delicious. The restaurant is truly something special and if you are in the area and only have one meal I highly suggest you eat that meal here! It far exceeded my expectations and if I find myself in the area again this will be my first stop.

Tiffani Martin
Tiffani Martin

in the last week

Great food and service! I would recommend if I'm kanab.

Carrie Sharp
Carrie Sharp

in the last week

Some wild flavors. Not for the faint of heart.

Jeremy Richard
Jeremy Richard

in the last week

Awesome experience. We made a reservation, and showed up 10 minutes early. Got seated immediately. Our server, Tavez, was awesome. He was very helpful with our questions, and he had an awesome sense of humor. Throughout our time there, Tavez was very attentive and checked on us regularly. Service & meal were both phenomenal. We’ve traveled Utah for the past 5 days, and this is the best meal and service that we’ve had. I had the trout, so I recommend that. Daughter and wife had salmon and chicken, respectively. All three were excellent. Ask for Tavez if you visit this restaurant.

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