Spotted Dog

We had such a lovely dinner at Spotted Dog Restaurant in Zion! The service was friendly and our food came out surprisingly quick, which was a nice treat after a long day exploring the park. I ordered the lamb shank, which was tender and full of flavor, and my partner had the purses pasta with chicken — both dishes were delicious and well-prepared. We also enjoyed a simple side of bread, which was fresh and the perfect complement to our meal. Overall, the atmosphere was cozy, the staff welcoming, and the food absolutely worth it. A wonderful spot to relax and enjoy a good meal while in Zion!

Such a lovely spot just a couple of minutes from Zion National Park! The atmosphere is great and the staff is amazing — when we first arrived, there were no tables available outside, and it was freezing inside because of the AC. The staff noticed us bundling up in our sweaters and managed to find us a table outdoors, which we really appreciated. Dinner for four came to about $172 (without alcohol). Everything we ordered was delicious, though I have to say the bison ground meat is definitely more of an acquired taste. Overall, I’d definitely recommend this place if you’re in the area!

Yes, the prices are a bit on the higher side, and sure — I wouldn’t have minded a slightly broader menu. But overall, this place truly delivers. The service was outstanding from the moment we walked in. Our host was incredibly welcoming, and the entire staff carried themselves with professionalism and warmth. What really stood out: we were already seated inside and had our starters served, but when we asked to move to an outdoor table, they accommodated us immediately — no questions asked, no attitude. Just smooth, effortless hospitality. Our server struck the perfect balance — attentive when needed, and respectful of our space when we were engaged in conversation. This kind of experience isn’t easy to come by. Absolutely five stars, well earned.

Went with my husband for out anniversary. It was fantastic! Delicious, high quality food. A fancy restaurant atmosphere without being snooty. Our server Anna was superb! She was friendly and kept our drinks filled, but wasn't overbearing. All in all, probably the best restaurant experience I've ever had. I wish I could give them more stars!

The Spotted Dog is amazing! The food was incredibly fresh and delicious. Our bartender, Laura, was fantastic, and the restaurant manager, James, was an absolute hoot! What a wonderful place with a great atmosphere and even better people. We can’t wait to go back!

This was a very special restaurant with an outstanding view of Zion. The starters were particularly delicious. We shared the Brie and the garlic mushrooms. The service was also great and our waitress (forgotten name ☹️) was very friendly.

Great experience in a amazing location. To start, the staff was outstanding, attentive, and truly helpful when it came to a restricted diet. Manager spent real time at the table listening. Trout dip with fresh veggies was on point. Veggie Burger was outstanding. Forage Bowl was a great find - fresh and light!. Setting was amazing, convenient to Zion. Grateful for this team of professionals who made dining an experience on par with visiting a national park!!

What to say about a little eatery that’s been tucked into the hillside at the entrance to Zion National Park for 41 years? The Spotted Dog, at Flanigan’s Inn Resort & Spa, is farm to fork perfection. Unfussy yet sophisticated in its flavorful presentation, we went back the very next night so we could try more menu options and were again delighted from start to finish. An appetizer of locally caught and smoked trout paired with an arugula mix and freshly pickled onions started us off. Loved the gently smoky flavor. My husband’s ribeye was cooked to perfection and my pesto pasta with meatballs was the best I’ve ever had. Stop to highlight the MEATBALLS because as good as the pesto pasta was it was the meatballs that stole the show. It’s their own in-house juicy mixture of Wagyu, wild venison, boar and other red meats that they use for the meatballs, their meatloaf (amazing!) and their burger patties (again, amazing!) and it’s simply, flavorfully awesome! Do not miss this item! It’s a standout and uniquely theirs. The serving sizes are generous and the plentiful staff is excellent, communicative, knowledgeable and honest in their advice regarding dishes and ingredients. We loved the dessert offerings so much we requested and received a specially prepared tasting platter of all the desserts on our second night there and started our meal with dessert first! The lemon cake, cheesecake, gluten free chocolate cake all to die for and NOT overly sweet. Again, flavorful and light. Besides being one of the National Park service’s stars, Zion, for us, is home to Flanigan’s and The Spotted Dog. THAT combo is why we are planning a return trip soon.