Red Iguana

Mexican restaurant · Fair Park

Red Iguana

Mexican restaurant · Fair Park

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736 W North Temple St, Salt Lake City, UT 84116

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Red Iguana dishes up crowd-pleasing Mexican classics with a killer lineup of house-made moles, tortillas, and margaritas in a lively, family-run spot.  

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736 W North Temple St, Salt Lake City, UT 84116 Get directions

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Red Iguana - Review - Fairpark - Salt Lake City - The Infatuation

"Red Iguana has been making some of the city’s best Mexican food since opening in 1985. Both its downtown locations are right by the airport, so it makes for a great stop if you just touched down and sipping a margarita is more important than unpacking. They have six signature mole sauces—spice lovers will enjoy the habanero-spiked mole amarillo, while the mole negro and mole poblano lean sweeter. And if you’re actually headed to the airport, take one of the mole sauces to go, if you can be trusted to properly wrap a pint in your suitcase. Just know neither spot takes reservations, and you might have to wait an hour for a table. photo credit: Blake Peterson" - Jenny Willden

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"Started by Ramon and Maria Cardenas in 1985, Red Iguana features a wide variety of Mexican recipes, including many utilizing house-made corn tortillas and moles, at three downtown locations. They don’t take reservations so arrive early to ensure you snag a table, or be prepared to wait. Try the standout puntas de filete a la nortena: top sirloin tips sauteed with bacon, jalapeno strips, onions, and fresh tomatoes, served atop almond mole. Another favorite is a take on enchiladas suizas, which outperform your typical tomatillo-smothered enchiladas: Two corn tortillas are filled with avocado and chicken cooked in sour cream, topped with a complex mole poblano, and finished with melted jack cheese and an extra dollop of sour cream." - Sarah Entwistle

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"Red Iguana has been serving some of the best Mexican food in town since opening in 1985. It’s right by the airport, so it makes for a great stop if you just touched down and sipping a margarita is more important than unpacking. They have six signature mole sauces—spice lovers will enjoy the habanero-spiked mole amarillo, while the mole negro and mole poblano lean sweeter. And if you’re actually headed to the airport, take one of the mole sauces to go, if you can be trusted to properly wrap a pint in your suitcase. Just know the restaurant doesn't take reservations, and you might have to wait an hour for a table. " - jenny willden

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"There’s almost always a wait at this Mexican eatery, but it’s worth it. Located just off the northwest corner of downtown and within easy striking distance of a number of hotels, the flagship location serves around 700 hungry guests a day. When Ramon and Maria Cardenas opened the restaurant in 1985, it seated only 18 guests, but that location eventually burned down. After reopeningin its current location to great fanfare,they've since opened a second location, the Red Iguana 2, just a few blocks away. Most recently, they launched“Taste of Red Iguana” in the new City Creek Mall, serving their classic meals food-court style."

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Steven Warren

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I highly recommend you request a mole sampler! You can then find your favorite mole. The tacos as the main course were a favorite, our waiter also recommended them and thought they were a great choice. He was right. The dessert was fairly priced and definitely large enough to split. The decorations all matched the aesthetic they were going for. The restaurant is a little small and was already packed by 6pm for dinner on a Tuesday night. The area the restaurant is around I would describe as sketchy, and leaning towards future gentrification. I highly recommend coming here for food, you will love the flavors they provide and will leave with a fully belly.

Isaac Cruz

Google
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Red Iguana – Best Mexican Food in Salt Lake City Red Iguana is hands down the best Mexican restaurant in Salt Lake City. After moving from Southern California three years ago, we’ve been searching for authentic Mexican food — and this place absolutely delivered. I ordered the enchiladas, and my wife had the flautas along with a peach margarita. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. The sauces were incredible, especially the mole — you can tell they specialize in rich, traditional flavors. The peach margarita was one of the best we’ve ever had. The atmosphere is fun, lively, and full of character. Even though we had a 30-minute wait, it was well worth it. The staff was friendly and attentive, making the whole dining experience even better. If you’re looking for authentic Mexican food in Salt Lake City, don’t miss Red Iguana. Great food, great service, and a true local favorite. We can’t wait to go back and try more of the menu.

Jason Fair (Nomadic Nerd Project)

Google
The mole sampler was a must. All of them are delicous. We went with mole negro & mole amarillo. The food is outstanding, living up to all the hype we've seen. I could eat here daily. They have lots to choose from and the flavors are so incredible. Love this place. Service was great and food comes out fast.

Michelle Mitton

Google
Really the best Mexican food I've had. It's a shabby looking place, the neighborhood is meh, you'll wait in line to get in (20 min on a Thursday evening at 5pm). But it's good. The chips are light and the smooth, smoky and flavorful salsa is amazing. Don't fill up on them even though you want to. Then we had the Mango Enchiladas and the Traditional Enchiladas. You'll get two corn wrapped enchiladas with whatever meat you want and covered in truly great sauce. That's their real mastery, the moles and sauces. The mango was slightly sweet, smoky, and deep. The traditional was easily the best traditional enchilada I've had. Staff were really quick and friendly, they're used to moving people through smoothly. The food came quickly, nice and hot and fresh, and the prices were really reasonable. The beans and rice that they come with are fine, they're kind of a Mexican food staple, but the enchiladas are the stars. Focus on those.

Yese Nia

Google
Wow! I had dinner at Red Iguana with six friends. The vibe was popping! The service was outstanding! The attentiveness made us feel at home. There wasn’t one person in my group who didn’t think the food was outstanding. The margaritas were refreshing and just right!

Wa Qas

Google
Visited during a busy lunch hour and were pleasantly surprised to be seated right away—a plus. The restaurant itself is vibrant and lively, with a fun, colorful decor that sets the tone for what we hoped would be an authentic Mexican meal. Unfortunately, the food didn’t quite deliver on that promise. It leaned more toward Westernized interpretations rather than traditional flavors. The enchilada came smothered in what was supposed to be a pistachio sauce, but the taste just didn't land. The rice and beans were forgettable, lacking the richness and comfort you'd expect from staples. And the tres leches cake? Disappointing—dry and missing that signature milky soak entirely.

Waldo Seppi

Google
Food was so good I forgot to take a picture first. Highly recommend everything. Especially the mole sampler is nice in addition to the complimentary chips and salsa. An amazing staple of any visitors trip to salt lake.

James Jennings

Google
Just by chance, we choose to stop at the Red Iguana for Mexican food after landing at the airport. I made a reservation online because it was an option, and we were getting there within an hour of closing. I am so glad we did. They were people waiting on tables when we arrived at 8:30 on a Thursday. Their slogan is "Killer Mexican." This is a pretty high standard in my book. But I am glad to say they did not disappoint. We had Virginia for a server. The service was fast and delightful. The food was killer. I had the Mole Verdes, and it was awesome. My wife had a beef chimichanga and was sad she couldn't eat it all. I think we might just stop there for lunch before we fly out.
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Sneha S.

Yelp
Food, service, and ambiance were all on point. The staff takes pride in what they do, and it shows. Truly exceptional. There is also a decent variety of options for vegetarians. I will definitely be back.
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Brad H.

Yelp
This place lives up to the hype. Great menu. Great food. Fun Mexican vibe. Totally worth the visit. And a return visit. The mole, oh the molé. I didn't know which to choose. So the waitress brings out a plate with dabs of each mole to sample. Difficult to choose, they are all so wonderful! So, so good! Best molé I've ever had. I can't wait for my next visit. 5* = A top favorite. Mind-blowing good. I will definitely return and I will go out of my way to go here. Worth every dime of my money. 4* = Outstanding. Top-tier. Some elements not quite as good as it gets, but it still is worthy of my regular business. 3* = Good experience. I might do repeat business if it is convenient, the only option, the only one in its category, or on a whim, but would not be among the first thing to come to mind. Would definitely recommend you trying it to get your own take on it. 2* = Not so good. Would not recommend at all. Waste of money. 1* = How are they still in business? Stay away at all costs!
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M N.

Yelp
What. The. How the heck is this 5 stars? I am from Southern California and this is the worst Mexican food I've ever had. Customer service is great or I'd give a zero star if I could.
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Karen S.

Yelp
We waited and waited But it sure the heck was worth it. Awards and accolades since 1999 maybe even earlier than that They will giveyou a mole tasting, to make sure that you slather your food with the mole that you want The husband had the basic tacos, child one ate an amazing chimichanga child too, had the mixed platter which she was unhappy with the enchilada . I had the mole I can't remember which flavor, but it was the third to the last on the mole tasting plate delicious. Queso hit the mark as the chips and salsa Tiny little place with creepy hotel must see outside . The hotel motel is the thing scary movies are made of definitely to it while you are waiting. Margaritas were OK William C, business owner, I need this postcard!
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Danielle D.

Yelp
Excellent food, service, and margaritas!! I had almond mole it was amazing. Boyfriend had the carne asada burritos which were also good. I had a Cadillac margarita and Tamarindo Margarita so good! Worth the wait and worth stopping by.
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Brett N.

Yelp
Why 4 stars? Because there's a reason Red Iguana is such a beast on Yelp in SLC. --- --- --- I have known about Red Iguana for many years because I believe they were on Yelp's Top 100 restaurants list a long time ago. I knew that one day if I ever visited Utah, I would absolutely be going here. And so I did. We started off with queso, which was absolutely the best part of the meal. This was basically perfect queso. Take all 5 of my stars. My friend ordered fajitas, which is what I would usually order at a Mexican restaurant, but he said I could try some of his. These were good, not great fajitas, but what stood out to me was the price: $19.99. It is a massive challenge to find fajitas in Houston for that price that don't taste like they were made with 3-day old chuck meat. For the price, 5-stars. Overall, 4-stars. I went with the Puntas De Filete A La Nortena, because it was listed as the most popular item on Yelp, and our server backed that up. I would say that I very much appreciated the uniqueness of this dish, as it was sort of a mole type concoction, and I'd only had mole one other time. The best way I would describe this is that it was like a rich fajita dish with a hint of cinnamon mixed in. If I ever return to Red Iguana, I'd opt for something else, but I did enjoy it. 4-stars. Sopapillas: 4-stars. A light, but delicious dessert and a nice way to finish off our meal. Overall, this is probably the restaurant I'd most want to visit a second time, out of every place we tried during my 3 days in the SLC area. It makes sense that it was more than 2x the number of reviews of the 2nd most popular place on Yelp in the area!
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Lauren W.

Yelp
Red Iguana lives up to the hype & is so worth the wait. You must try one of their specialty moles. My personal favorite is the mole Amarillo- a sweet and spicy mole made from golden raisins and habanero. Wash that down with a delicious beer or margarita; my favorite is the tamarindo margarita.
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Xinyi W.

Yelp
We stopped at one of the most famous, if not the most famous restaurant in Salt Lake City. It was an excellent choice, food and service are amazing, facility are clean and unique.
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Cindy L.

Yelp
Had a fantastic dinner for a great price! Stopped in on a weekday around 4pm for an early dinner. There was no wait. Service was super kind and attentive. Started of with complimentary chips and salsa. I also got a complimentary mole platter which I recommend, as the mole i was leaning towards was not the one i ultimately ended up going with. I ended up getting the mole Amarillo which came with 3 tortillas and rice and beans. Everything was delicious and the chicken was so tender and well cooked. The menu is otherwise huge so I'd definitely love to come back next time I'm in town to try more items!
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Melody D.

Yelp
This restaurant is an SLC classic and it did not disappoint!! The portions of every dish are huge and the flavors of the moles are spectacular! You already know the food is going to be hit when you walk in and every table is filled with guests. All of the servers were super nice and attentive to you. Highly recommend!
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Anna J.

Yelp
I am so grateful one of the friends I was with in SLC decided to get a reservation here because we would have waited FOREVER for a table even on a Thursday. We got seated quickly with some chips and delicious salsas. Our waitress was quick to serve and super nice and gave some good recommendations as well. I opted for the enchiladas suizas and they were delicious. It was a massive portion and it came with rice and beans as well Everything was delicious and fresh and the vibes of the place were great. Definitely worth the wait!!
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Lorraine G.

Yelp
Love this place. Has to be the most authentic Mexican eatery by far. Super busy but it's worth the wait. Make sure to try their steak and cheese enchilada dinner with just the right amount of kick. It's not in the heart of downtown and not touristy.
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Tracy L.

Yelp
I'd heard many great things about Red Iguana so knew I had to put it on our itinerary! Also on the way there, our Uber driver told us it was in Yelp's Top Restaurants at one point, which made me excited. There's someone outside that checks you in and lets you know if there's a wait. My group waited about 30 minutes, which was the only downfall, since you had to wait outside in the cold. I ordered the Flautas (chicken) and Strawberry Daiquiri. The portion size for their food is huge, and what a steal because it was only $15! The food was delicious, and probably one of the best Mexican restaurants I've been to! The drink was also delicious; perfect mix of fruitiness and alcohol, and only $8! Definitely can't beat their prices! Highly recommend Red Iguana, and I'd definitely return if I'm back in the SLC area.
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Peter C.

Yelp
This is the best Mexican restaurant in Utah, and everyone that has been here will tell you the same. 2nd time here and will definitely be coming back every year when I snowboard in Utah. My cousin put me on this place as he's been coming here for years, and it does not disappoint! Night time reservations get booked out a couple days in advance bug highly recommend that over the 45-90 min standby wait. Last year, I had the mole Coloradito, and it was a dream come true. Hard to find good mole in California, and the mole here is top tier. Great depths of flavor and the carnitas was cooked perfectly. Had me thinking about this place all year! This time around I had their surf and turf chimichanga special. This was super delicious with generous portions of prawns and steak. The red sauce on top was really tasty, I didn't need any extra salsa. The house made guac and sour cream were a nice touch as well. I split dessert with my friends, and I highly recommend the fried ice cream! It's essential an ice cream burrito and the tortilla totally works. Almost acts like a crepe! It often sells out so order it if you can! Staff is always super friendly and attentive which is a huge plus to the overall experience. Looking forward to my next visit!
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Megha D.

Yelp
I was in SLC for a ski trip with some friends and one of our friends recommended we get a reservation for this place. Even on a Thursday, this place was BUSY so I was very glad that with our reservation, we were seated within 10 minutes. Our server brought over some chips and salsa to start. I also got a jalapeno margarita which was refreshing but also definitely packed a punch! For dinner, I had the enchiladas suizas which also came with rice and beans! The portion size was super generous and I LOVED their homemade mole sauce that was poured over top. Overall, really great spot and vibes and definitely worth a wait!
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Leeza D.

Yelp
With so many great Yelp reviews, we had to try this Salt Lake Mexican food institution. It did not disappoint. Great flavors. We love enchiladas and carnitas and both are well done here. Glad we made the trip and would come again. Parking was easy since we came early. Casual. Good service. Please come and create your own experience.
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Rachael J.

Yelp
We stumbled upon this place as it kept popping up for Mexican eats when looking for a lunch spot in SLC. It has a parking lot and was busy during lunch on a Sunday. You wait outside and someone comes to take your name and let you know if there is a wait. The windows are covered in stickers and the inside is painted bright with lots of pictures - many of Frida. The house marg was really good! The mix wasn't too sour like I've had at other places. You get free chips and salsa at the table too. Salsa was fresh! The queso was yellow and mild. I love a good white queso but this grew on me the more we snacked. Husband had a version of the mole, which had a cinnamon flavor but was very good. I tried the tacos de Ramon which were amazing. I believe they have a second location but I loved the vibe of this one. You should definitely stop in here even if it's pre or post heading to the airport!
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Kim B.

Yelp
While staying in a nearby hotel, I got takeout from Red Iguana. Don't confuse this with Blue Iguana as a friend did. They are not the same. The seafood fajitas were the special of the day and there was so much food that I was glad the room had a refrigerator. The restaurant is always busy so I felt fortunate to get to experience great food while in Salt Lake City.
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Chris H.

Yelp
Wow!! Must visit spot in SLC! Food here is amazing and the best that I've had in slc! Everything we got here was very good! Can't go wrong! Worth the wait! Super friendly, attentive service! Lovely vibes with good music!
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George M.

Yelp
Food was delicious service was Awesome highly recommend making a reservation place was packed at 830pm big portions A +++++

John S.

Yelp
Goes without saying, when you see the wait on week nights outside the Red Iguana you realize you're in for something special. Authentic Mexican doesn't get any better than this Salt Lake institution which has been serving up incomparable dishes for decades. This past Thursday we ran the gamut from a conventional chicken burrito to a traditional chicken enchilada, to the swordfish tacos. All were outstanding after several helping of chips and salsa and a mole sampler that was appreciated by everyone at the table. Our server was as pleasant as the day was long...even serving our birthday table mate, a complimentary tres leches birthday cake slice after learning of her special day. The evening was fun, carefree, genuine, authentic, rewarding, and something we'll all look forward to again next year.
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Clare C.

Yelp
Was very excited to try this restaurant after seeing Guy Fieri visited! It lived up to the hype! Parking lot was a little small but we were able to find a spot. We waited about 30 minutes for a table. Inside is cute and has lots of character. The menu has a wide variety of dishes and it was hard to choose. The chips and salsa were a good appetizer. I ordered the Tacos Don Ramon and they were delicious! The meat was so tender and flavors were great. My dad ordered the mole coloradito and it was so so good. Price was so good and portions were huge! Had some leftovers. We loved this place and would definitely come back! Yum!
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Dominic B.

Yelp
Had to stop by Red Iguana while visiting Salt Lake City. Very casual atmosphere with friendly service. Known for their mole. You can actually get a mole sampler on the house to try all the various moles and determine which are your favorite, helping you decide what dish to get. Opted for the signature puntas de filete a la norteña, a dish consisting of top sirloin tips sautéed with bacon, jalapeño strips, onions and fresh tomatoes, served on almond mole, refried beans, and tortillas. I really enjoyed the almond mole. It had a mild nuttiness to it without being overly intense. Sirloin was cooked well and all loved taking the tortillas to make load up all the ingredients into a single bite. My only note is that the dish was a bit too salty for me. I found myself drinking water after every dish just because the amount of sodium bothered my mouth.
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Boyo I.

Yelp
Yes, the MOLE is exceptional. If you like mole, they have 8 different varieties. Our server Marjorie was so welcoming and kind. She gave us a sample plate with a teaspoon of all 8 so we could taste the difference and decide which to order. That's great service! My favorite was the Coloradito. Puebla was second. Everyone we met in SLC refers to Red Iguana as "legendary" and "must-try." I agree; for the mole. The non-mole dishes were classic Mexican-American fare: chili rellenos, tostadas, taquitos, enchiladas, etc. They were all fine examples of this cuisine, (shredded lettuce, sour cream, etc) but nothing amazing. The horchata was better than you get at most places and really creamy and fresh and delicious. I'm not sure I'd wait an hour or more to eat here again, but I'd definitely go back if there wasnt a long line for their mole dishes.

Stephanie K.

Yelp
The food, the to go service, everything was amazing! Be careful of their to go tin containers because they will cut you!
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Denny T.

Yelp
With close to 6,000 reviews, I don't think I can really add anything that you probably don't already know about this place. They've been around for 30 years and I think it's a given you have to try it out if you're in Salt Lake City. My buddies have been here before and we stopped by around 7:30pm on a Wednesday night and the wait was around 10 minutes. It was pretty much packed inside and people were still coming in around 8:40 when we left. Pretty big menu with a lot of different items. I got the iguana plate, which contained a chicken or beef enchilada, chile rellano, and a taco, plus beans and rice. It was pretty good and all the items were very flavorful. Moles are their specialties, but I didn't get any. My buddy got the Coloradito and he said it was really good. Price is decent and the portion size is enough to fill you up. Maybe I'm spoiled because there are so many good, authentic Mexican restaurants in Southern California, so I did not think this place was extra spectacular. However, if you're craving some really good Mexican food in a cool little setting, you gotta check this place out.
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Naomi J.

Yelp
I wish I got the Mole Coloradito this time, which I have decided is their best dish (aside from the Killer Nachos). This time I got the mango mole (3.5/5 stars for me) and although it had been delicious on the smaller sampler plate, it was too sweet for me when I had an entire entree with it (paar for the course in Utah, which is famous for overly sweet food and drinks).
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Stacy A.

Yelp
What a fun hole in the wall restaurant! We stayed in downtown SLC and decided to walk to the Red Iguana. I will say, it's sort of in a dicey neighborhood, so maybe I would drive next time, but glad we went to try this place. Definitely was more of a local gem and not a touristy place, which made me love it more. I heard they had great nachos, and they really were great! Each chip had a yummy red pepper seasoning and the beans, cheese and sour cream provided a perfect softness with the spice and crunch of the chips. We also tried the shrimp dish with rice and beans; also great. The shrimp was served in a delightful garlic butter. We also had some drinks: mango margarita and a tequila sunrise and it made for a great meal!
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Kellie C.

Yelp
Cute little Mexican restaurant! I love how vibrant the exterior is. The verde mole seemed popular so i decided to try it. (+$1 to switch to carnitas) portions are pretty large and shareable. Solid place.
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William E.

Yelp
The best Mexican food we've had in a long time! The real deal with authentic choices and great drinks and service!
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Amberlee H.

Yelp
I came here on St Patrick's day with my friend and we both got the Chicken Suiza with refried beans and rice covered in green and red sauce. I got an Horchata with my meal. The service was amazing and very attentive. Ambiance was lively! We came at the perfect time ! Also, we left right as people started lining up! This was my second successful and very much loved meal here. Yes I recommend! Great spices and flavors wonderfully blended with love! I had to run across a train track to get there and it was well worth it!
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Rachel G.

Yelp
So dang delicious The food is authentic and so so good. If I lived in the area this would be the spot. Fast friendly service, the guacamole was excellent. The flavors on my entrees were a bomb. If you are in the area go now!
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Jack H.

Yelp
The famous Red Iguana! Came here on a Sunday afternoon, and it was lively. The food was great. We ordered a little too much for our appetite. Everything on the menu sounded amazing, but we went with the most ordered items. The Mole with Chicken was good. I don't know Mole too well, however this was in par with a Michelin Star restaurant Mole I had back in Southern California! The Puntas was INCREDIBLE. Spicy ! So a warning to you as the reader, but it tasted great. Paired with the tortillas on the side, it was a great dish. Guacamole and queso were ordered on the side. They both were good, but they were traps. We ate too much and couldn't finish our food. Highly recommend coming here!
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Dan S.

Yelp
Love the Red Iguana!!! Have been haunting this place since the late 80s in highschool and it's always been the best. Today I tried the special, Chile Relleno en nogada. The display was incredible, the palmagranet seeds were a fun add and the sauce was very good. The ground beef inside was good but couldn't really taste all the ingredients there. Would have liked a little cheese, but still very good and would recommend. I ordered a side of one their moles ($3) to dip chips in and added a couple bites to the chile relleno and it's always yummy. Hard to go wrong here. If a noob I'd suggest the mole sampler to try all the moles and then spend $3 on your favorite to add to any meal or just with chips. Service was great, with good suggestions and very attentive.

Tracy M.

Yelp
I was really judgey about getting Mexican food in SLC, I'm an Arizona girl so I was not ready to be thrilled. I was IMPRESSED!! The margarita was delicious and the tacos were phenomenal! Everyone at the table raved about their food. If you're staying downtown hop on the light rail by the temple and travel east for a few stops and you'll be there!
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Audrey P.

Yelp
Went to the Red Iguana while in Salt Lake based on coworkers suggesting. Was fairly easy to park. They had a big lot. We were served chips and salsa and ordered additional queso to the table. I saw a peach Margarita and had to have one. It was delicious! We were given a sampler of mole, and while enjoying it, the waitress walked by and just grabbed the plate and kept walking. We were in shock. The food came quickly and it was a lot. I was unable to eat all of my food. I enjoyed my plate. My favorite was the rolled taco... lots of guac.
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Jennifer H.

Yelp
Passing through town and needed to eat. Plucked this place from an Eater list of SLC. Little divey, big delicious. I had Coloradito mole 5/5 He had the tapatio plate with flautas, enchiladas, and chile relleno (he said best chile relleno he's ever had) Service was excellent Colorful decor
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Tera R.

Yelp
Love love Red Iguana best place to spend Cinco de Mayo. Met a friend for lunch today. Fish tacos and Chile verde chimichanga were do good! Got there for an early lunch. Staff was friendly and timely. Hongos Al Ajillo are so flavorful.
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Bradley J.

Yelp
Sat at the bar and service was great. I tried all the moles they had to offer and picked two of them for my meal. Honestly food and drink was just ok. I like blue iguana a bit better.
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Linda L.

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The service was prompt and friendly. The garlic shrimp plate was soooo good. Salsa was on point, not too hot but just enough.

Bella M.

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Tony was amazing and so was our food! Tacos don Ramon was amazing and so was the Puntas de falete! My boyfriend's Frozen marg was not so good but I loved my spicy marg.
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Lara C.

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The food was amazing! We arrived around 8pm and were welcomed by the staff. We started with chips and salsa, and they even let us sample the mole sauces. I have never tried mole before, but I loved the nutty flavor! For food, we ordered the Mole Coloradito, Tacos Don Ramon, Horchata, Piña Colada, and Xango Cheesecake. Everything tasted so good and was super filling. I would definitely come back again and try more of the mole dishes!
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Teri M.

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I love this place. Definitely a must when visiting Salt Lake City. The moles are on the sweet side but personally I prefer a bit sweet over bitter. There is always a line but it goes quick. My favorite is the Amarillo which has a bit of a spicy kick. Service is fast and friendly. Very happy I came back.
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Randy G.

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Careful with that Chili Colorado is a bit spicy, but good. Portions were large and the food was delicious. Service was fast and friendly. We would return.
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David W.

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Great food! Great drinks! Awesome service! Our group of 9 loved this place. The food was all delicious! The margaritas were top notch. The staff was so friendly and went above and beyond to make our evening great. The mole is quite legit as well.
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Isaac R.

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I came to try this place, but the wait was long. The food was actually really good, with great portions. I just didn't like the rice and the beans; they were ok. It has plenty of seating for big groups.

Julie V.

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Best restaurant in SLC hands down. Best food, still has reasonable prices, excellent service, but the food oh my! Never disappoints. I love the enchiladas verdes if you like green mole. Don't miss the cochinita pibil if you like shredded pork
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Nina W.

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Got the Red Iguana combo plate. Price: Excellent!!! It literally comes in a foil tray with chips/dip and rice/beans. It can easily feed 3 people. All this for $22. I'm from Los Angeles and you can't find prices like this over here. Flavor: Pretty good! Not super salty and heavy. I liked all the items. A bit heavy on the sour cream though. Service: Fast and efficient. We did take out.
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Tiara M.

Yelp
Absolutely incredible food. I ordered the Amarillo enchilada and the sauce was so flavorful and delicious. I tasted notes of sweet potato and along with the spices it was so unique and richly flavored. The mole was wonderful as well and even the salsa with the chips was unlike any I've had before. Service was great and was so fast and attentive. The restaurant interior is cute with lots of merchandise and fun stickers on the windows. This is my new favorite Mexican spot in the US and an amazing price for the food as well!