Silver Fork Lodge and Restaurant

We went on a day trip to the mountains and saw this place so decided to stop for food. There was a bit of a wait, but with such a gorgeous area that was okay! The staff are so nice, incredible people. The food was stellar, the best french toast I think I've had ever, specifically the Bananas Foster one. Perfect caramel flavor without being painfully sweet, absolutely incredible! Makes me so want to come here and stay in one of the rooms some time.

Review is for the restaurant. I can't speak on the food because we didn't get any. Firstly, if you hate your job, as the hostess/bartender obviously does, maybe find something else? We were there on a Monday afternoon. It was somewhat busy but not overly so. We waited 15 minutes for a seat... not too bad... After being seated we were completely ignored - I mean completely. No eye contact, nothing. Servers around and not really that busy. We sat for 15 minutes! I know, I could have flagged someone down, but it got to be a "let's see what happens" kind of game. We left. Went to the Porcupine, where we were greeted with smiles and happiness. Too bad. The Silver Fork is such a cool space, but a place's atmosphere depends on the staff - it can be magical or, like the song says, "Kind of a Drag."

This review is for the restaurant only. My husband brought his Grandparents here last fall and they had the bison burgers and raved about how good they were. My mom was in town visiting so I thought I would bring her here after a drive in the canyon. The vibe of the place is great. Rustic and spacious. Server was very sweet and friendly. The food may have been some of the nastiest I’ve had in a long time and I’m not hard to please. The pork nachos looked like they’d been out for a while and were just disgusting. 😅 The burger I ordered was totally uncooked on the inside. The server did offer to have another one cooked though. The flies were swarming our food even though we were sitting inside. I wouldn’t have minded much of this, but the food is pretty expensive for what it is, which made it worse. Honestly, I would probably drop into this place again for a drink and some fries after a hike or ski day just because it’s got some character. But I wouldn’t have anything else.

Husband and I traveling up the Big Cottonwood Canyon Road saw this quaint restaurant on side of road. Several appetizer, salads, sandwich’s which we ate a Bison burger very good along with artichoke dip. Then dessert they had to pick from cobblers we chose blackberry and scoop of ice cream.

I had a bad experience with the restaurant and service. I went in the afternoon for lunch, the restaurant had good number of tables available, but we were asked to wait more than 20-25 mins, we were just 2 people. We were hungry, the table was given us late. The food was not at all good, we ordered the bison burger and open turkey, bison burger was okay but the open turkey was not at all good. The place was full of flies, it was annoying to eat while fleeing away the flies. We also ordered bacon on the side and were very disappointed. We had good hopes and expectations looking at the reviews on the restaurant, but didn’t expect this. I am not sure if I would recommend to anyone.

Ate in the restaurant. A GREAT bison burger. Great service. I felt the iced tea was rather over priced. But I do understand I’m paying a bit more due to location. I notice my receipt says “magnetic card present:yes”. That implies my card was swiped rather than using a chip. Much less secure. Concerning.

Used to love this place. Quality is not what it was. Sent one dish back cause it was not fresh... not even close. The ribs were tough and not how theyve been previously. The atmosphere is great although we were somewhat accosted by bees since we were outside. I had about 6 flying around me hoping for a bit of my food.

This place is a hidden gem! Awesome! Skinny Eddie waited on us tonight. The food was excellent—creative and imaginative. Loved the outdoor seating with the hummingbirds and the view, LOVED the artichoke dip, the roasted balsamic tomatoes, the bison burger, the beet salad. The desserts were yum! Lava cake was a standout. The apple and blackberry cobblers were also really nice. Such a great evening. Loved it so much.

Cute little cabin with great views of mountains wherever you sit. Food was phenomenal! First time having a bison burger and I would 100 percent recommend this to anyone and would definitely get this again. It had an interesting sauce that was great and the meat was cooked perfectly. Beer was pretty good too. Nothing special but I definitely enjoyed the mo ab silver fork pilsner Great service as well. Very tentative server that was on top of it. Always looking to help us. Sat down quickly and got food decently quick.

Very warm and cozy. Staff was friendly the portions are big. He hot chocolate and the peppermint patty mocha hot drinks are amazing. We ordered a burrito that was almost as big as the plate that had more chicken than anything else. I had the Reuben and it was very good.

We had a great stay at Silver Fork. Awesome people, great food (breakfast was included and absolutely worth it!) and a nice atmosphere. Recommend!

cozy dining, friendly, servers, decent food and fair prices. A nice alternative to Solitude's village restaurants.

I cannot express how good this place is. It blew our minds! We did a last min booking to enjoy some of the ski resorts in the area and let me tell ya, this restaurant at this lodge is incredible! They offer free breakfast in the mornings as an overnight guest and the portions to the options are wonderful! We stayed in a two twin room and let me tell you, it's an old log cabin style. Nothing fancy but clean bathrooms, clean bedding and that is all we needed! The service is so friendly and warm, I'd hands down recommend staying here. I believe the overnight rates are extremely fair, we paid just under $200 a night. The UTA bus stops literally right in front of the lodge, takes about 5 min or less to get to Solitude without traffic! The bus gets to use a special drop off lane at the resort so it's VIP yo. I believe the bus came about every half hour or so! Super convenient, use it. The lodge bar has a fun $5 beer and shot deal, I mean it might not be top shelf but for $5....can't complain! I'm too old these days to take in this bargain. Lol. Enjoy my friends, hope you get to come and experience this lodge!!

Food was nothing special at all, the view was spectacular though! The service was okay. Food came out closer to cold than warm and it took a very long time to get the food despite there being a small amount of people in the restaurant. Overall, only go here for the view that's it.

Stopped by after a hike, definitely hit the spot. The spuds were cheese heavy, the strawberries really elevated the pancake, they cooked them in and put fresh ones on top. Our waiter was relaxed yet attentive and everyone on the outside patio seemed happy with the environment. It's a great spot.

Got the Club Classic and will say that it can be shared if you're not hungry. Each piece sliced up was enormous and came with a huge plate of fries. Their BBQ sauce is very thick and sweet, which I LOVED. They have heaters outside and even give you lap blankets so definitely enjoy the outside if possible as long as the heaters work! They also had a great selection of beers from out of state.

Food was below average and wait staff was downright poor. They were understaffed and overly casual regarding the poor service and extreme delays for taking our order and surfer our food. Years ago, the establishment was an outstanding experience, but now it's not worth the time or money- skip it!

The ambiance was cozy and it's a convenient spot to stop in Big Cottonwood. I love the log cabin vibes and their patio has some good views to soak in. Food, was fairly mediocre, I ordered the Pesto Pasta with Chicken. Although it was a generous portion, the flavor lacked and it was very oily. They're known for their burgers so that's where I could have gone wrong. I'll be back to try! Service was great, our waitress made sure we were well taken care of. She made an effort to make conversation and was very sweet.

What a great place. You're here for a reason. Service was fantastic and with the weather being almost 80 degrees! Yea. Sunny and warm. My kind of weather. But what a great find on side of road. I think this is Canyon road. We're from central Florida. So. Not sure. We're just wandering. The salad was huge. Fresh. Wonderful. I had meatloaf. Yummy. The back porch is beautiful. Not sure if it's snowing but, I'll bet the hot apple cider. Raven was a great host. I recommend stopping here.

If you are headed back to Sandy from the mountain, this is the perfect place to stop in for a cold beer and warm food. Everything tasted great and the service was wonderful. You cannot beat the rustic atmosphere of this mountain gem!

It's a beautiful lodge with a lovely fire place - just perfect for a cold winter day. The bar is rustic and old, feels just great. Our server was fantastic; so warm, charismatic and kind. The Turkey Chili hit the spot, together with the Cider.

Took a bestie for a lovely fall lunch on the patio after a nice hike. It was the perfect spot to replenish our appetites. We had a nice bottle of Austrian wine, shared the beet veggie soup, poutine and meatloaf. Not a typical poutine, it didn't have a gravy, the but fries were yummy. The meatloaf was like eating ground steak, it is done so well. Service was awesome as well.

The location is nice! The food is mediocre and overpriced, as you might guess. The servers were nice and friendly but our food took a while to come out. The Eggs Benedict in particular were super under done. Still edible, but quite runny.

The food was fantastic. We were there for breakfast- have to say it was the best restaurant breakfast we've had in quite awhile. I got the Denver omelet with hash browns and sour dough toast and the hot chocolate. The omelet was fluffy and tasty the hash browns were perfect. Crispy on the outside soft in the middle. The hot chocolate was just hot enough to enjoy but still warm you up. My husband got the American with sausage and eggs over easy (plus the same perfect hash browns) he enjoyed every thing. We split a short stack of buttermilk pancakes w/ the real maple syrup. Crispy around the edges and fluffy in the middle. I love buttermilk pancakes but don't eat them much aside from vacations don't get them very often. Our server was great. I apologize for not getting his name. The dining room was rustic with the lots of fun things to look at. We'll definitely be back when we're in the area.

I visited in April when there was a bunch of snowpack against the windows, which was fun! Overall a very rustic atmosphere, included an old-house smell. The food was pretty good. I had a sandwich and a cup of Manhattan-style chowder. Our waiter was attentive and asked me if I wanted my sandwich remade after the kitchen put it on the incorrect bread. I would probably reserve this place for bringing out-of-towners since it has a fun touristy vibe.

Had a great experience. Food and service was great. Enjoyed sitting on the back patio.

We stayed at the lodge and ate at the restaurant every night since the food was so delicious!! I had the canyon steak, honey lemon salmon special, and the haddock. I loved every meal. The service was great. My fiance loved the bison burger and nachos. Would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone passing through or staying at the lodge. We cannot wait to return. If you stay at the lodge overnight, breakfast is included as well. Unfortunately since we wanted to get to the slopes early we only got to enjoy it on our last day. We had the sourdough cakes and bananas foster french toast. Both meals were great. Perfect ambiance of a cozy mountain lodge.

Two stars because the ambiance is lovely. Being up the canyon gets you away from the pollution and heat of the valley. However, time and time again I've tried to love this place and the food and service is just horrible. Last time our food took 40 minutes to come out and when it did it was cold, my order was wrong and my boyfriends order (eggs) were cooked wrong. We ate what we were given because our waiter took forever to check on us and even if she did, we didn't want to wait another 40 minutes. Breakfast food is quick to cook so I'm not sure what the problem was, but it's not an isolated problem. It's been like this every single time I've gone. The server gave us a discount because she felt horrible about everything but I'll no longer stop by. I went on a day when it wasn't crowded but they are usually crowded so it ends up feeling like you're not even up in the mountains anyways Edit: actually I brought it down a star. I remembered that a simple breakfast cost us a fortune. We would have paid as much as a sushi dinner if we didn't get a discount

This place can get very busy during peak times so plan ahead. Our favorite is breakfast. We've had the Eggs Benedict, pancakes, omelets, okay everything pretty much on the menu. Nothing disappoints. Sit on the patio for a truly awesome experience. The staff is great, the food is even better. If you want the local mountain town feel, don't miss this place.

Came with a big party in the morning before a day of boarding, without reservation, and they had plenty of room. Service was a bit slow, but it was a powder day, so is to be expected. Once the food came out, it was amazing! The portions were ginormous so definitely come hungry. I had Dave's Power Spuds and they were so good! Never had hash browns with salsa before but it was an awesome amount of salsa. Friends also really enjoyed the sourdough pancake, Denver omelet, and Huevos Rancheros.

Arrived at the restaurant a little before noon. Was advised I couldn't order breakfast. The cheeseburger I ordered was mediocre, especially for $19.50. I asked for mustard, never got it. Server disappeared on us. Very disappointed.

The "Bbq-Poutine" was a good choice and the fries were crispy. My Cranberry-Orange Mimosa ended up being just a flat Cran Champagne rather than a Mimosa.. My date ordered the "Grilled Cheese" only to be served a grilled bread-four cheese sandwich. Which was mediocre Due to it being fall, I requested if my company and I could be moved to outside; away from everyone else and it took a little convincing.. but I guess you just have to ask the right person

Beautiful scenery but we won't be back!!! The service is "okay" but not that bad however the quality of food has become absolutely horrible from last year to this year... Even though the prices have increased due to covid, we were cool with it, as long as we had the same quality of food, but unfortunately, our food was awful and we would have been better off eating at Taco Bell... Our house salad was wilted, the lemon chicken noodle soup was luke warm, and our nachos were the biggest disappointment even though last year, they were the best nachos in town!!! We paid extra for avocados,bacon and chicken yet we had to use a magnifying glass to find them. I have compared the nachos from last year (2020) to this year (2021) so you can see I'm not exaggerating, not to mention this time it tasted like can beans with cheap cheese, and a couple small pieces of bacon & chicken!!! Bottom line, don't waste your money and drive a little further out, and you will thank me for it!!!!

We only come here on our way down from Solitude after a long snowboarding day. I can't rate all the food because the only thing I get here is the blueberry crumble. Seriously delicious and just the right thing to have on a cold snowy day, after riding the trails all day. It comes warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and it is so so good, not overly sweet or super filling. Just the right amount to share with a loved one or have all to yourself :) I would love to try the food sometimes but for now I will just continue to order this very delicious dessert :)

The staff and servers were great. However, I was served cold oatmeal. When I sent it back, they microwaved it with all the fruit I had added. Microwaved strawberries and bananas are not good. They came back later and offered to make me a new bowl but it was late, other diner had finished. They should have taken it off the bill but didn't.

This is a hidden gem as far as I'm concerned. We have eaten here numerous times; even spent the night as they have rooms available (with free breakfast!) Great food in one of the most beautiful areas in the US. I highly recommend this place. Come on a week night so it's not as crowded. You'll want to eat out on the patio and take in the stunning views. For cooler evenings, they supply the blankets. :)

I absolutely adore this patio! Located in the canyon, it's gorgeous and quiet, surrounded by the trees and the mountains. Breakfast selection is traditional, but prepared well. It gets VERY busy on the weekends so be prepared to wait for a while (45-60 minutes), especially if you want to sit outside (which I think is worth the wait).

We went up on a Monday night. We were the only ones in dining room until half way through our meal when a second couple came in. This worried me a bit. I've been here half a dozen times before with no complaint and it was always packed no matter time or day. It has been a few years though. Immediately I noticed the place was freezing. They have a fire place but it wasn't on. We ordered hot beverages which came lukewarm and kept our coats on. I had the pork chops and my date had the salmon. Both our sides were very pleasant. His fish was a bit dry and bland. My chops were wonderfully flavored and hard and on the dry side. Both were overcooked. The atmosphere is always cozy and the wait staff was very kind and attentive. This was the first time I've been disappointed in the food. Hoping it was a one time glitch however if the number of customers in the place is any indication I guess I should remain worried things have changed.

I visited this spot last month on one of the hottest days on record. We were able to sit outside and enjoy our meal in shade and comfort. We noticed there were gas heaters if needed on a cooler day. I had a wonderful, and different, Bananas Fosters French Toast - Yum! And the hand-crafted hot chocolate was a thing of beauty and delicious. I loved the door handles, the carved bears (and etc.), and the carved doors. Server was wonderful too. Highly recommend.

This used to be quite the gem but recently it was just a disappointment. The staff wasn't as friendly as they used to be and the food wasn't as good either. I got the pesto pasta which was pretty good, however my family was not very happy with their meals at all. The ribs were not as flavorful and were a bit dry. The meatloaf was just terrible, it was over cooked and tasted awful. The outside dining is a nice feature which why I'm giving it 3 stars instead of 2.

A MUST SEE!!! Breakfast was sooo good, the service was outstanding. The whole place is BEAUTIFUL. If you haven't stopped to eat here, DEFINITELY PUT IT ON YOUR MUST DO LIST!!

We stopped by for breakfast before hitting the slopes. I got the classic American breakfast w scrambled eggs hashbrowns and toast- hit the spot and great portion size! My husband got the trout and eggs with tomatoes and cottage cheese. Totally fueled us for the mountain! Nice servers with a nice Mountain View's! Def recommend

My meal was really good. I had Tara's Benedict Salad. I love the option of fresh greens for breakfast. With the eggs and hashbrowns is was still a hearty meal.

We ordered Thanksgiving "takeout" from here to try to stay close to home and safe for the holiday. Wow I was so impressed how Silver Fork Lodge handled it. Masks are required upon entry and tables are social distanced for dining. They required pre-ordering so they knew you were coming. The meal included roast turkey and ham plus side dishes of mashed potatoes, dressing, sweet potatoes, corn, heirloom carrots and green beans plus cranberries. And of course dessert was a choice of pecan or pumpkin pie. Upon arrival we parked in a designated takeout spot and advised them we were ready for pickup. In a few minutes they arrived at our vehicle with our meal. Everything was nicely packed in foil containers and hot and ready to eat. The portions were generous and everything was tasty. The only thing we missed was the beautiful mountain views from inside Silver Fork Lodge. Thank you for making our Thanksgiving holiday memorable and delicious.

Good food and rustic vibes. I like breakfast on the patio in the summer. Fresh mountain air and scenery. Also a great close place to go after skiing at Solitude or Brighton. We stop by for lunch on our was back down from the slopes. Recommend the Caesar Salad, good croutons and dressing.

Such a disappointment and HUGE waste of money. To start, our server was unfriendly and brusque, taking my menu from in front of me before I had even finished ordering. Then, I noticed another server use her BARE HANDS to put toast on a plate that was about to go out to a table (and afterward she sneezed). Then there was the food itself: not only were we charged bougie downtown SLC restaurant prices for food that was the same quality as Penny Anne's, but it was simply. not. good. The spinach on my Benedict was soggy and chewy, the sourdough cakes were inedible (it was like eating beer), and the coffee was worse than coffees I've gotten at Flying J's on a road trip. Between the bad (and unhygienic) service, diner-level food, and insanely inflated prices, this place is an absolute no-go.

Such a fun restaurant up a beautiful canyon. Our waitress was so kind and the food was great. I'm very happy with our experience and will make sure to come back more often.

David was our server, and he was excellent! Very kind and helpful with menu choices and suggestions. We've come multiple times, and everything is delicious! Portions are quite big, so most things can be shared, even if you have big appetites. Great dress-up or dress-down restaurant.

Showed up a little before lunch but was willing to wait. Lunch starts at 11:30 and I was sat at 11:25. I waited until 11:45 to order and the order still took a half hour to come out. $16 for a Reuben , which is okay if it's a Reuben. I was given a grilled cheese with sauerkraut. There was a sprinkling of corned beef on it. An amount that is literally insulting. The cooks here are obviously children who throw temper tantrums and rip people off if they feel slightly rushed. A nice building filled with trash staff, with the exception of one nice older gentleman who seemed to get it and the bus dude. If there were another restaurant within 15 miles of this one, it wouldn't exist. In their defense they did give me a refund, which was the most enjoyable part of the whole experience.

Fantastic food and patio! We got the nachos with chili verde to start- all of us loved this choice! Then we ordered the bison burger, with all the fixings and it was fantastic. Our server Sara was friendly and fast;) She recommended great places to visit after our meal. Not sure why people put less than five stars here, we loved it!

I've been coming here with friends and family since 2008, it's my favorite restaurant in Utah! I love the setting, views every area and the food is delicious! I've always received great service! My bridal shower was here and now I planned with the event manager my step daughters bridal shower! They have a full bar, the best Reuben with smoked corned beef and Burgers, Steaks, Salads, Seafood, homemade Soups and gluten free options! If you like and appreciate having a great experience eat here!

Staff was nice Food was amazing recommend. Green Verde pork omelette and the fruit and yogurt

Silver Fork is amongst my top five restaurants for visiting out of town friends, which include: Log Haven Red Iguana Silver Star Cafe in Park City The Owl Bar at Sundance While this list isn't a "best of Utah dining," it does encapsulate what I want friends to experience when in SLC for the first time. Fine restaurants are available anywhere, but these five joints have something special and unique. The Silver Fork Cafe is a charming and wonderful mountain destination, located on one of the most majestic drives in America. The Cottonwood Canyons never cease to create an appreciation for the utter beauty of the Wasatch. This awe inspiring drive, located 15 minutes from my house, may be the best thing about living here. Food at Silver Fork is hearty, providing alpine sustenance and satisfaction. Service is fun, kind,and accommodating. With a crackling fireplace warming the rustic interior, huge snowflakes falling from the sky, soaring peaks encapsulating your soul, Silver Fork is just absolutely magical.

The Silver Fork restaurant is at the best location about 8000 feet. If it has a patio with heaters to enjoy lunch or dinner. The menu has all the comfort foods including poutine. We had the bison burger, Pulled pork sandwich, Caesar salad with chicken and pulled pork poutine. All the menu items were delicious. They even have a fireplace to enjoy the atmosphere while you're dining!

This is such a fun place to visit. Love to sit outside and see the hummingbirds. Expect a wait but it's well worth it. They are so friendly for families.

One of the better restaurants we found open this time of the year. If your looking for that rustic diner by the fireplace in a log cabin setting. This is your place right down to the chairs that look like they were hand made from local trees to the fresh flowers on the table to the view out the window, I'm a fan. Great service we did not wait for anything and the place was filled with diners. After seeing the table next to us order a full tray of nachos that looked like enough food for 8 people we passed on appetizers as we wanted to try something from the smoker. The smoked ribs were very good. The mashed potatoes had chicken gravy not brown as was advertised and the coleslaw was warm making it not desirable. The short rib pasta dish was very good I cleaned the plate. I would make this a regular stop.

Nice spot in the mountains. Great for a group setting and after your hike! The menu didn't have a lot of entrees but everything we ordered was delicious! We started with the loaded nachos with chicken and that was quickly devoured! We ordered the lamb bolognese, the salmon and the skirt steak. Everything came out very tasty! We then ended with the lava cake and the blackberry crumble. Food was awesome and service was great. Atmosphere was also solid. Highly recommended