Cordwood

Do not skip this place! If you’re checking out there area, you 100% must go. We took a jeep tour at a nearby property and the driver told us about this little place down the road that does proper farm to table meals that people seem to love. He said he’d never been, but hopes to take his fiancé there someday (hint hint Cordwood, give Mormon from east Zion adventures a free meal!). We are so glad we listened to him. The food is positively stellar, the service top notch, and the experience unforgettable. The bison in the fields as the sun sets over the rolling hills out the window set the most perfect scene for a positively 10/10 meal. Everything we tried was out of this world; Brussels explosively flavorful, a simple Caesar that’ll knock your socks off, and there’s nothing on the mains that you should say no to. AND YOU MUST leave room for dessert. My wife and I have already said we’d fly from the east coast to drive hours thru Zion just to have more of that incredible blackberry cobbler. If you can’t squeeze in another bite, just the smell of the fresh cobbler on the table will change your mind. You need to get it. You need to go. Stop reading this review and book it right now.

Excellent food, table shared had the Rabbit and Rattlesnake Sausage & Brussels and Blue. I had the roasted tomatoes soup, more a vegetable soup taste but good. The only weak part was the craft soda’s, flavor was weak. Location, decor and service were all excellent. They need more signage.

I had the bison burger here, and honestly — I have never had a better one in my life. I’m someone who truly loves meat and knows how to prepare it well, and this burger absolutely blew me away. The portion is huge, so no matter how hungry you are, one bison burger will fill you up completely. The ambiance is stunning — beautiful views, a gorgeous interior, and fresh flowers on every table. The staff is warm and welcoming, making the whole experience even better. Highly, highly recommended!

Wow! We stayed at Zion Mountain Ranch - Bison 🦬 Reserve Oct 2025. After a full day hiking Zion, we were tired and hungry. We had made a 7:PM reservation with seating over looking the grasslands of the ranch. We were promptly seated and Kellie was our server. She was polite, friendly, and shared a beautiful smile as she brought us ice cooled H2O. We asked questions about the menu, farm to table focused, so selection change with availability. We ordered a charcuterie board as our appetizer, Bison 🦬 Bolognese for my wife, and a medium rare Bison Ribeye for myself. I choose a dark heavy beer 🍺 to accompany my meal. In minutes we had beer, meats, cheeses 🧀 😋, pickled vegetables, and crackers. We loved the Elk offering best, firm yet soft, flavorful, pleasing. The bison salami was good, along with others meats. The cheeses were nice, smoked gouda, lavender 💜 gouda, fresh mozzarella, soft and delicious 😋. We past on salads 🥗 as our minds knew the dinner portions were larger than required to feel full. Seconds after finishing our appetizer our main courses were served with a big smile. The Bison Ribeye was perfect, exactly as I asked, tender, juicy, red Center, and tasty, so tasty I took pictures after a few bites, it was so good. Wife said hers was flavorful and filling, no disappointment here. Mine came with real mashed red potatoes flavored with soft fresh garlic cloves, mild yet perfect for the side. A second side was delicious 😋 Squash, softly prepared to melt in my mouth as flavors and textures made me think sweet potatoes or yams 🍠. The meals were excellent, service fantastic, "Thank You Kellie", and atmosphere exactly as we had hoped. Out our window, with the Sunset 🌅, kids playing outside with a gentle Great Pyrenees, a group of explores in the distance, returning on horseback. Earlier we saw Bison 🦬 feeding on the ranch. Our best meal in a longtime, checking all the boxes for enjoyment and lifelong memories. Highly recommended the Cordwood experience as described 👍!

Staff is very friendly. Food is very good but very pricey. I had the burrata salad and added chicken. Somehow, the chicken outshined the burrata! Perhaps because it was perfectly seasoned and cooked instead of dry at most restaurants. I wish there was some Ciabatta or something served with the burrata in order to better enjoy the sauce that was plated.

Excellent everything. Sodas on tap, buffalo burgers in the super friendly hospitable staff. When you go into the property there are a lot of animals outside before you walk to the restaurant, dogs, roosters, chickens, puppies miniature horses and heard a buffalo. We were looking around at the animals outside as they encourage you to do so. Possibly one of the best buffalo burgers I've ever had. The potatoes seem to hand cut and everything tasted excellent. This restaurant is located as part of a cabin resort. The staff encourage us to look around even though we were not staying at the resort. Nice place to just enjoy almost like a small petting zoo. We came from an early dinner and we were the only people in the restaurant. The restaurant itself is quaint and rustic. And staff is there for your every need. Not sure when I'll be back in the area but I would go again! I wish I could remember the waiter's name but he did a great job!

This restaurant is fantastic! Everything we have ordered has been incredible. The view is amazing and the kids can run and play while they wait for their food. The staff is super accommodating and the atmosphere is so nice. We’ve eaten here before, but stayed in the nearby cabins and had 2 dinners and a breakfast. Everything was so delicious every time!! The best was the Wagyu steak special my husband enjoyed. Best steak he’s ever had. It is a little pricey but worth it.

I had an absolutely fantastic dining experience at Cordwood. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm and inviting—rustic yet refined, with a cozy ambiance that made the evening feel special. I ordered the bison ribeye, and it was perfection—juicy, tender, and full of rich, smoky flavor. Cooked to absolute perfection, every bite was a testament to the quality of ingredients and the chef’s expertise. Speaking of which, we had the pleasure of meeting the chef, who was incredibly passionate about the food and took the time to check in with us. It was clear that the team takes immense pride in what they do. Our server, Tony, was phenomenal—attentive, knowledgeable, and incredibly friendly. He made the experience even more enjoyable, offering great recommendations and keeping the energy light and fun. We were there with kids, and they loved the homemade craft sodas—each one uniquely flavored and a great alternative to standard soft drinks. The wine selection was also top-notch, with a thoughtfully curated list that perfectly complemented the meal. Overall, Cordwood exceeded all expectations. If you're looking for an exceptional dining experience with outstanding food, warm hospitality, and a great atmosphere, this is the place. A solid 5-star recommendation, and I can't wait to return!

Are dinner at this rustic, cozy restaurant with my wife. Great choice. Horses, some friendly pups, and chickens greater us, as did Victoria at the front desk, who directed us to the restaurant. Warmly greeted and seated by Carmella (see photo), who was delightfully friendly, made excellent recommendations, and was a definite add to a great meal. The venison and elk chili was a must try, and I really enjoyed the bison ribeye, served with veggies and mashed potatoes. My wife loved the Caesar salad, topped with a bunch of anchovies. Yummy chocolate brownies with a cream and heath bar topping, This was a great meal in an inviting setting. Thanks Carmella and three cheers to the talented chef!

I definitely think this restaurant is a hidden gem! First off, we had the sweetest server. She was very kind and attentive. The restaurant was cozy and clean. We started off with their elk chili as an appetizer and it was delicious! Following that we had their pasta and to finish up we ordered a slice of their strawberry pie and cheesecake. Mixing the two together made for an unforgettable combo!

We stumbled across this charming, rustic farm/ranch restaurant on our way back to our RV resort. It had been snowing a bit so we lucked out on the views this farm had to offer! Pros: -Decor is on point! Fireplace kept the restaurant feeling warm and toasty! Absolutely divine. -Beef stew. Tomato broth and spice made it incredibly tasty and flavorful. Beef itself was soft and tender. -Apple Salad. Simple and delicious. -Menu. Everything looked tasty! Con: -Service. Very slow. Perhaps something typical given that other reviews said the same thing. It took a bit longer than expected to get our menus and drinks. Other than that, our meals arrived in a timely fashion consistent with a farm to table restaurant . I would definitely come back, but I would call in my order 20 minutes ahead of time if I were hungry and did not want to wait too long. Otherwise, if you're not in a rush and do not mind taking it slow and lingering a while, then this should not be an issue.

Pros: Wonderful property with farm animals and gardens - pigs, ponies, chickens Loved the diverse menu and drink options Servers are friendly and helpful The salads are their stars - great dressings and wonderful veggies; mixed berry and burrata were my favorites Cons: They ran out of some of their entrees; to be expected I guess since they have only so much product per night. Did not love the Pasta Bolognese entree as the sauce lacked any real flavor and there wasn't enough cheese to make up the sifference Pro tip: Stay for s'mores at the bonfire and pet the cute white pups who protect the farm animals at night

The first time I went there 2 years ago, I was wowed by the bison ribeye and the service. When we were booking a trip to Zion this year, we specifically chose to stay at Zion Mountain Ranch (despite the slight drive back into the park) because of the dining experience we had at Cordwood. This time, however, the restaurant was a bit of a letdown. First night, they didn't tell us they were out of the bison ribeye until I went to order it, so I was a bit bummed and instead did their chicken entree which was bland and the chicken was dry. The portion sizes appeared to be all over the place - some entrees were small, and the venison bolognese was seemingly an entire box of pasta ordered by our youngest child, so we would have appreciated if the wait staff could have let us know and either we could have split the meal and shared amongst us, or chose a different order as she was unable to eat even half of the dish. The next night, we went for dessert one night and the girls got brownie sundaes and I shared a slice of apple pie, everyone agreed that it was pretty good, though the sundaes did not come out with the full fixings as listed on the menu. Ours were missing the whipped cream and caramel/fudge topping. Breakfast on our final morning there was uninspiring. The eggs were not seasoned at all and there was no salt and pepper on the tables, as well as they were out of the house made hot sauce shown on the menu, so it was pretty bland to me. The coffee pot and hot water were on the fritz, so instead of telling us, our waitress brought us lukewarm microwaved water (which she never told us, but we heard her tell another table). I'd rather have had juice than water barely warm enough to steep tea. The breakfast potatoes they do are pretty terrific, they're really crispy and good. The toast and jams were of good quality. Portions for breakfast were much more reasonable. Each of the three experiences was marked by a noticeable need for more staff. Each dining experience took much longer than it should have because the hostess was also the server and also seemed to be bussing tables after. There was another gentleman who we thought worked there, but didn't do a thing besides chat with some of the tables and play his drum. The first night, it took an hour and a half to complete our dinner service. We didn't return for dinner service the next night because we simply couldn't risk it taking so long and missing out on the horse ride we scheduled that evening. The setting is very cool, we love the rustic feel and that they seem to make everything from scratch. Their greenhouse with aquaponics is very cool, and we loved seeing the pigs, chickens, dogs, horses, etc all outside. Last time we were there, they also had rabbits, so it is nice to see that they rotate their livestock. Their four Great Pyrenees guard dogs are super friendly and welcome any scritches, and patrol the grounds even up near the cabins we stayed in. Overall, it was ok. A bit of a letdown for me compared to a couple years ago when we stumbled upon it randomly and had a great experience with better service.

We dined here a couple times during our visit. I was a bit hesitant based on the negative reviews around service and I'm so glad we ignored them. The service and food were both amazing. A super unique experience with the freshest ingredients. I highly recommend the bison burger and any dessert. From the cheesecake to the ice cream, you can't go wrong. Every single employee was super friendly and helpful. We also had an amazing time at the bonfire with Lakota. Will definitely return!

We stayed at the ranch over the weekend and had a chance to enjoy breakfast at Cordwood! The restaurant itself is so cozy, and the customer service couldn't have been nicer! The food was delicious (big shout out to Ryan)! We both had scrambled and they came with these roasted potatoes that were out of this world. Would highly recommend stopping in if you're nearby or staying at the ranch! :)

My husband and I ate here the first night of our stay at the ranch. Needless to say we didn't eat there again during our three-day stay. My husband got the bison burger. "It's okay" is all he could say, which is not impressive considering it was around $30. I got a salad with grilled chicken that was promised on their menu to be "tender." It was extremely dry. Too expensive for the quality. Drive into Springdale where you have options.

Death would come sooner...than acknowledgement, than water, than anyone taking our order, than getting our food, our bill, our credit card back. So yes-the service is horrible. It just doesn't exist. From the time we arrived (6:50pm), there was no one at the hostess booth. We waited awhile to be acknowledged...and we had a reservation. We were sat and water didn't arrive for 20 min. The orders were taken and then the wait began. 30 minutes went by. No acknowledgment. Patrons that had arrived after us were served before us. We continued to wait. 20 more minutes. We had asked the waitress for a beer and she never returned with it and the desire for it did too. My husband started eating the menu. He was terribly hungry. I started daydreaming that this was a game show of patience using food as the torture device. Dinner finally arrived at 1 hr 10 min. I ordered the Chicken Confit breast ($29) with "silky pan gravy", rice pilaf and fresh veggies. What arrived was a double chicken breast, dry and no gravy, white rice and 8 pieces of dime sized veggie. I was starving and mowed it down but it was not as described and worth half the price. My husband ordered the Bison Burger ($28) with fries and 2 sauces. No sauce came with it, and the fries tasted like fish sticks. Again, not worth the money or time waiting. The next chase to get the waitress was for the bill. I was able to get her attention after she dropped the check off to the adjacent table, but getting my credit card back and the bill to sign was impossible. The big standout of the night was the lack of care for any of the customers that waited hours for their food. All in all, we calculated that we were there for just a little over 1 hr 30 min. Had they simply acknowledged the fact that the kitchen was short staffed or even had the foresight to bring out crackers in little bowls for the hungry patrons...but they didn't. The lack of courtesy just hung in the air, as did the lack of their tip, which is a first for us, and also a last for us, as we will not be back.

First timer here. After a hike at Mt. Zion we drove up the road and found this restaurant. We didn't know we needed a reservation to dine there but thankfully they were able to accommodate a party of 4. We did wait for about 15 minutes or so and there was only two servers at the time. So service was a little slow but we were thankful they allowed us without a reservation on Christmas Day 2021! By the way, the land on which this restaurant is at is beautiful. Farmland for sure. Lets get into the food review. Prime Rib Steak 16oz is enough for two people and is cooked to perfection! From the seasoning of the meat to the seasoning and taste of the mashed potatoes. The chicken soup tasted like Campbell's soup but it hit the spot. Especially, when it was cold. Also, the coffee is really good. Thank you once again for making space for us. The staff is very friendly and welcoming.

Food was good, rustic environment. Servers were super friendly, but not the quickest service.

Good food. Incredible setting. Limited menu. Great service. Ask about the business. It's a good story!

Very short staffed, waitress was working as hostess, bus person and chef. Was very kind but did not make up for the hour and a half wait and not getting any food. Very disappointing.

We we're staying on the property decided to come down. The place cute very rustic, food is ok. I had the Trout which was very dry and bland but I enjoyed the sides of vegetables. We also ordered the Bison Burger which very good and we reason enjoyed that. But over all the view of the property was great. I would recommend coming here for an appetizer and a bottle of wine for sure.

Food was amazing, service was very personable and the ambiance was delightful. Our entire party of 7 ordered the bison burgers and we all really enjoyed every bite. We also tried the cheesecake. Definitely the best cheesecake I've ever had!

Let me first say that I never leave reviews, but this restaurant misrepresented their menu and quality so much, that I have to warn people to not fall into the same trap I did. Hard to do, given it's the only restaurant on the property and there is not much close by. I ordered the $55 bison ribeye. It was only about 8 oz and really thin. I ordered it medium rare, came out like a hockey puck. Was supposed to come with vegetables, no veggies. I asked for the veggies and they still never came. My wife ordered chicken and gravy that came with literally no gravy. Not even a drop. The chicken was a tiny chicken breast that they cut in 1/2 long ways and served only half of the chicken breast, overcooked to rubber consistency, and again, no gravy at all. We sent that back as it was inedible. The menu is written like a 5 star restaurant and prices are also similar to a high end steakhouse. The reality is that you can get much better food at a fast food Mediterranean joint for 80% less in cost. Bottom line, if you stay at the Zion Mountain Ranch, just grab food somewhere on your way back to the property after you outdoor adventures.

We enjoyed several dinners and a breakfast at Cordwood. Despite all the reviews warning about very slow service, we had excellent service. We dined at 6pm both evenings (so perhaps a little early for some), and we had great servers each evening: Paul and Erika. The food was also excellent, from the Bison Burger to the farm fresh salad and trout to the home made apple pie. All good. Now, breakfast service was very slow. It was clear the waitstaff that morning was new, so they struggled a bit and it took too long to get our food. That said, we recommend this place, especially if you can be a little patient and/or dine during less busy times. Also, very cool ambiance.

Covid what? Its August 15th but you wouldn't know we were still in the midst of a pandemic walking into this place. People looked at me for wearing a mask. Servers are also maskless and so are the majority of patrons. Be prepared. That aside...the food is good, especially the cobbler. We ate here four times (five actually if you count the sack lunches) in three days and it was the same menu for lunch and dinner. The grilled salmon, grilled cheese (adult, not kids), and the cobblers (peach and mixed berry) a la mode were the favs. You can pass on the grilled chicken (too sweet). The bison burger was hit or miss depending on which one you ordered. Bison is lean and may seem less tasty so get the special if you get the burger. It's topped with grilled onions and a light bbq sauce. The amber and lager beers were the best of the bears on tap. Great with our dinner and late lunches. They do serve a traditional breakfast too but sadly, we never made it in before 11am. Great place to lunch or dinner with plenty of indoor seating. There's no patio or outdoor dining though. Friendly service and a good place to stop if you are in the area.

Such a fun unique place to sit down and have a delicious meal and glass of wine. We were here for Ragnar and the restaurant was busy with multiple big parties. They were kind (even when dealing with multiple rude customers) and had great communication with us. I will definitely come here again! Food was so good I forgot to take pictures. I got the pasta bolognese and my husband got the bison ribeye both were amazing. The wine was delicious and made for a very relaxing evening. The rest of our party loved their food too.

Great food. Cute place ! Friendly staff, just remember where you are and relax! I love the animals. Rex is always are favorite.

Surprisingly good farm to table place, rustic and clean. I got a rucola goat salad and fries, both good.

In all honesty, this review is a solid 4 star review. The food is good and truly admirable that a lot is farm to table but given your options in the area I can see why many people would rate this 5 stars. As many other reviews stated, it is a limited menu and a heavy focus on bison....but to state the obvious...the ZMR is a Buffalo preserve so it makes perfect sense that they would highlight that protein. My family and I were staying on property for a few nights over thanksgiving and we ate here three times over our stay. First reservation was for thanksgiving dinner (making the reservation was a headache but they did call me back a week before our trip to actually take my reservation and confirm for thanksgiving dinner so I really appreciate that) they gave us a 7:30 reservation cause they said they had a couple large (20-30) parties that evening and felt things would be calmer at that time. We arrive for our reservation and it took a solid 10mins for someone to greet us although servers were whizzing by. It was a full house so we know how it can be, no Biggy. We were finally greeted, gave my name and our reservation wasn't found. The gentleman helping us looked a little flustered but found us a table was back in the darkest corner by an exit door that was heavily used and left open... Our server was very friendly, we could tell he was super busy but he did his best to be attentive. We ordered the spinach salad, two turkey dinners and my husband ordered the elk lollipops and we had a few glasses of cab and a couple soft drinks for our 12 and 4 year old. The turkey dinner was really good. It fed myself and our daughters with food to spare. My husband was only able to finish one of his chops and he and I split the salad. If I had to dig for a comment about the dinner it would be that the salad was overdressed for my liking but delish none the less. Next visit was for breakfast the following day. My husband went to pick up breakfast and bring back to our room. He said service was extremely slow and a few items were out for quite a while while he was there waiting. I only requested bacon and eggs for our girls and toast so I could make a turkey sandwich from leftovers. Although simple, it was satisfying. Our last dining experience was another dinner. This time we ordered two chicken dinners and the bison pasta...and a bottle of wine. This was probably my most disappointing meal of the whole experience. The chicken was just ok, the rice really lacked flavor and they could have provided a little more that a few pieces of squash. A decent meal, don't get me wrong, but not worth the price tag. The bison pasta was better, pasta was cooked great and the ragu had good flavor. Maybe throw in a slice of garlic toast to take it up a notch. Always order the wine...can't go wrong ;) The ambience was what I would expect from being part of an establishment like ZMR, fits right in. If staying on property, I would suggest being prepared for a limited menu especially if you have picky eaters.

The food is great and the service is even better. I ate there for breakfast and dinner for 2 days and was never disappointed.

Great food, awesome environment with awesome service. What more could you ask for. Don't forget desert, they are all fantastic and the portions very generous.

This was an unexpected find. Who knew we would find gourmet food in a quaint valley outside Zion National Park. The restaurant is attached to a lodge, is cozy with a somewhat rustic setting- overlooking a petting animal pen, with chickens and rabbits running around. The menu is a bit limited - understandable considering their location, and that things are locally sourced. The prices are definitely higher than other restaurants within driving distance, but definitely worth it. My husband had the Bison ribeye, and I had the Bison filet. Both beautifully cooked, and served with veggies and fingerling potatoes. My husband was not a big fan of the seasoning - he likes to see what the meat tastes like on its own, so he was mildly disappointed, but enjoyed the rest of the meal. We shared a salad, a local beer and the fruit cobbler. The bill was $175. It was delightful, but definitely for special occasions. They do offer small plates and less-expensive entrees- we would recommend those as well.

We passed this place on our way to Zion National Park many times. It is in the Zion Mountain Ranch. Last summer we decided to stop and check it out. The place is very nice! A rustic beauty. The food is ... delicious, fresh, tasty. Even the water tastes good here. They are very nice and friendly. Well worth waiting for a table. This is our third time here and we will be coming back tomorrow.

We stayed at the ranch in The Meadow cabin across the street from the restaurant. We dined at the Cordwood twice. Once for dinner and once for breakfast. Everything we ate was delicious and thoughtfully prepared. The wait staff was friendly and helpful. The restaurant is simple and elegant inside and out. I am giving three stars because the service was some of the worst I've had, at no fault of the wait staff. For dinner, our waiter, Dave, had tables all over the restaurant instead of having his own assigned section of customers. After about 15 minutes of waiting for him to acknowledge that we had finished our meals and were ready for the check, we finally stood up and walked towards the entrance to get someone's attention. This is unacceptable for a meal that cost $100 for two people. Dave was apologetic, however, I truly don't believe it was his fault. I observed him running back and forth between the kitchen and several other tables throughout the evening. He was clearly doing his best and staying busy. I think a better system of sectioning off tables for each waiter/waitress would help as well as adding additional staff. For breakfast, it was a buffet style which was nice and everything tasted great. Our waitress was attentive, however, she and the chef were the only two people working. She was waiting on 5-6 tables while we were there and doing the dishes, bussing and cleaning tables, seating customers and cashing customers out. She was clearly frazzled and at one point I actually saw her cry out of frustration. How can any respectable business owner treat their employees in this manner? It was sad to see. This was on Memorial Day weekend. A minimum of two wait staff, a bus boy and the chef were needed to keep business flowing steadily. To whomever manages the restaurant, DO BETTER. You have great employees who are doing their best. Treat them better by hiring additional help and not leaving them to do so much work on their own. It's incredibly disrespectful to the staff and the customer.

Staying here on the property, which is beautiful, the ambience of the horses, the pasture, the chickens, super excited to eat at the restaurants on the property that advertises to be farmed to Table. Super excited about the bison and other entrées which were described to be delectable. My husband asked for a medium rare bison, which came out looking like charcoal. I asked for the chicken with gravy, which was described as delightful. Came out completely dry, cut in half horizontally, as if it was cooked in an air fryer, no gravy, tasted like toast. Could not recover asked if we could get that taken off our bill. I had the soup for dinner, which was edible, but I could've eaten that out of a can. not the waitresses fault felt bad for her as she felt bad for us. But the kitchen simply did not care as we sent back both of our entrées and we're never checked on. She did not charge us for the chicken and gave us a complementary wine. you're better off eating at a restaurant in the village before you get here or bringing your own food. Very disappointing.

A lot of reviews here mention the lack of COVID-19 safety measures. I absolutely agree that no one here is following any of the standard guidelines, but to be fair to them, they are doing what they can to satisfy and support anyone who does wish to practice social distancing. My husband and I arrived in masks which quickly flagged to the staff that we were interested in preserving our health and the health of those around us, so they asked if we would like take out or a table. We asked if it were possible to sit outside. The guy seemed a little confused for a moment but then shifted gears pretty quickly and said "yeah, sure". He proceeded to walk us to the most beautiful little dining area in a greenhouse out back. When the sun set, he brought his personal cell phone and placed it under a jug of water to give us light. He couldn't have known that we are on our honeymoon, but his willingness to help us navigate a safer way to dine and his additional thoughtful touches will make it a night to remember for the rest of our lives. The food is also really fresh and delicious.

PHENOMENAL!!!!! This eatery went far and above most meals we had in Utah, AZ, and even nyc. We're from NYC, and wish this place would open up another location there haha We went for dinner, breakfast, and then drove back the following night after getting engaged to have another fabulous dinner! Also the owner and staff are so warm and welcoming! I would honestly contemplate having a wedding at this charming farm with their amazing, fresh food! Cannot express how good our experience was all 3 times. They also had 11 puppies on the farm.... so that was magical

Had a nice lunch. Food was delicious and The waiter was so friendly. We loved walking around the property - puppies, ponies, horses, bunnies and chickens. The bison burger and fries was yummy

Stumbled upon this place, while taking in views of this amazing farm I saw a sign for "grill" and walked in. The cashier at the gift shop was raving about the bison ribeye so I had to have it. It was perfect paired with a cab and I finished off the experience with the most amazing carrot cake. I had such a wonderful day finished with a perfect dinner. Thank you.

Wife and I were on a road trip and on the way to Zion decided to stop in and check it out. The scenery and location are beautiful. Bison can be seen at time, as well as rabbits and ponies. The food was very good, but it is expensive. Our meal was $85 after a tip for a shared appetizer and dessert and separate entrees.my wife had the salmon and loved it, I had the buffalo burger, I would not recommend it. Go with something else, it's a good burger don't get me wrong, but those can be had anywhere. If I were to do it again, I'd get the beet salad and 2 grilled cheese, the grilled cheese with pear compote was AMAZING, as was the cobbler. Again, the place is expensive, but you are paying for the location and quality as well. Stop by and give this place a chance!

THIS REVIEW IS FOR THE VIEW, WINE, AND LOCATION ONLY. As you will see, I did not like the food. First things first. The view. Wow. This view is phenomenal, and reminds you that you are staying at a ranch in the middle of nowhere. The sunset is absolutely breathtaking, and made me so happy. Second, you can purchase a bottle of wine, and as long as you drink some of it at the table, you can take it to go. The Pinot noir was delightful. Third, this is right next to the check-in office for the ranch, so it's walking distance from all of the cabins. Unfortunately, the food was jus OK. Being from California, I am used (spoiled) to good food, with lots of flavor and spices. The food was bland, and could have used a lot more flavor. This, this review is primarily for the view, wine, and location.

We ate at a couple of places in the Zion area and this was by far the best. We came back 3 times during our trip. I had probably the biggest pork chop that the Earth has ever seen, and it was delicious. Amazing, locally sourced food, fantastic service, and unbeatable views. Nice cold beer in a chilled glass And you can hang out with their farm dogs and chickens who were just running around right outside!

I've been to cordwood 3 times. I love the friendly staff and the food is great! It's consistently good. I suggest to make reservations in advance as it can get really busy. But it's worth the wait!

Place is okay, service was okay. The food was good, some bison option to choose from. No reservations needed for less than six people.

We stayed at the hotel for the weekend and went to Cordwood three times! Twice for dinner and once for breakfast. We got the rabbit which is a must have if it's on the menu! Everything was very farm to table fresh and would definitely come back.

Five of us ages 10 to 77, agree, five stars. Atmosphere:rustic on a working farm. Watch the roosters and hens, horses, and much more from your indoor table. Service: Knowledgeable and so welcoming. Attentive and fun, they wear masks, and heed covid protocols. Food: Breakfast might be homemade sausage, their own eggs, (remember, working farm) porridge, french toast, pancakes. And more. All fresh farm to table, (did I mention working farm?) good coffee, and the coldest water I ever had. Dinner: The menu is narrow. Focus is on bison. Steaks, burgers,..Also chicken, fish, pasta, and a vegan entree. They are all well prepared. Two of us had salmon with braised cabbage and a ham broth. Oh My! One had bison burger, another had chicken. And the youngest had pasta her way. Could not nit pick if I wanted to. Desserts are as good as the main meal. We had a nice cabernet for $60., we thought it well priced and enjoyable. Value: This is a gem, and the prices are fairly high. $25. per for breakfast, $60. per for dinner. You could lessen the price and still have a great experience. Oh, and they have carrots for the kids to feed the horses.

Delicious food for a special occasion! The place is dimly lit but rustic enough to be casual. We had the farm to table bison short ribs over squash risotto, amazing! And the Cornish game hen with a delicious veggie medley over arugula - the bomb! The special was $42, my chicken was $24. We each had a glass of wine at $12 each. The experience was nice and the food was excellent. I would highly recommend going at sunset because I'm sure the view is ridiculous!

Overall great experience. Only take reservations for 6. Lovely view of pasture with ponies etc. very nice servers. Food very slow one evening but we didn't have much to do so not a big deal. Salad with apples delicious, grilled cheese big and old school and kids loved it. Bison too gamey which seems funny to say. Fish delicious. Chili okay. Tartine okay. Chili basic but good. Mac and cheese too rich for my kids. Cheesecake the best.... tastes like ice cream. Prices about $130 for our family of 5.

Food was good, the restaurant was perfect setting. It was a good find and a great place on a cold night. Super cozy and great atmosphere.

Cordwood is awesome. Quaint farm to table restaurant sitting on Zion Mountain Ranch. Overlooks the bison in the field and sometimes you are lucky enough to see them up close! Gorgeous setting. Staff and service is super friendly. They did run out of bottled wine quickly and didn't have a large selection - perhaps due to the remoteness of their location. Very pleased with the service though. Bison burger is kind of a must simply because it is a bison ranch. It was very good but not out of this world. I got the chicken another night and it was delicious! Highly recommend. The berry cobbler is scrumptious and I would recommend that as well. There is a wood burning fireplace inside they light at night for the ultimate ambience. They are open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It is a small menu but i like that. During covid everyone is is courteous about keeping distance, but masks aren't worn as much - if this bothers you, keep this in mind. I really enjoyed this place overall and it is a great place to eat if you are at Zion mountain ranch.

Very good food. The chef there knows their stuff. The restaurant is quaint and very welcoming. Loved the bison ribeye.

Wow! This meal was heavenly from the wine to each dish. We had the trout, aged beef, and cauliflower steak, and cheesecake for dessert. Everything was fantastic! We loved our waiter and the farm. This farm to table restaurant to worth coming from miles away.

An amazing place with an outstanding kitchen and ambience. The staff is very friendly and makes you feel at ease and welcome. We've had the bison' fillet and steak served on a delicious mash. For desert we enjoyed the best German chocolate cake and coffee with milk ( a country latte).

What can we say we were traveling between Zion and Bryce Canyon and found this gem. Food was very good their bread and fries with the grilled cheese sandwich were amazing. Their in house ranch dressing is awesome. Berries cobble with ice cream was great. Bison burgers and bison roast were good too.

This is the only nice restaurant within many many miles of Zion. And it's not decorated with tacky "spaghetti western" paraphernalia, but still is true to its south-western roots. They use sustainable ingredients and seasonal menus. The menu is small and focused. The staff is professional AND friendly. All good things! My parents were celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary while we were on vacation at Zion Ponderosa. Us kids wanted to do something special for them, but didn't want to drive 150 miles to do it. So when I found Cordwood just minutes away, it was a slam dunk. And I loved that they had a semi private room waiting for us when we arrived! It was the perfect ambiance for a family celebration. My husband and i ordered a buffalo burger and hush puppies. My brother who ordered the buffalo steak said it was the best buffalo steak he's ever had. Tender and flavorful. The burger was good. I wished there was a bit of a kick to it, but I think I just need to bring my own hot sauce everywhere I go. Everything tasted fresh. The blackened fish was so-so as the punch of flavor wasn't there for me! I wanted more Cajun heat. Not spicy at all. hush puppies were a little heavy on the oil, my mom (a hush puppy connoisseur) said the oil may not have been hot enough. Kids ordered chicken strips and Mac and cheese. The Mac was actually good. With real cheddar flavor in it. Chicken strips also were good. I appreciated that they didn't phone in the quality on the kids food just because of their younger palettes.

Amazing! Nice, clean little place. I first tasted my wife's bison burger and fries. The fries were gigantic and cooked to perfection. The burger was incredibly tasty. Now on to my bison tender loin...it put the "tender" in tender loin. They gave me a knife but I could have cut it with a spoon. And the seasoning was delicious. We followed our meal with a caramel apple dessert and a lemon bundt cake. The family couldn't agree but the caramel apple crumb was my pick. Both desserts were fantastic. The four of us got our fill for about 150 bucks so it's not outrageously priced but they don't give it away. The quality of food was worth the price so we will definitely eat there again.