Thyme & Seasons Restaurant

Thyme and Seasons in Bountiful, UT is truly unlike any restaurant experience I’ve ever had. There’s no menu. What? There is no menu. You pick your seat, grab your own drinks, and then the magic begins. The owner, Hai Fitzgerald, personally comes over and talks with you about what kind of meat you’re in the mood for and from there, he cooks up a surprise for you. I chose Prime Rib and Hai cooked it perfectly and cooked up an incredible pasta dish that was full of flavor. My wife wanted chicken, and Hai surprised her with an amazing Pad Thai that she absolutely loved. Both meals were fresh, creative, and packed with flavor. Lots of flavor. Hai found out it was our wedding anniversary and made some homemade blueberry, raspberry chocolates, which were amazing. The entire experience is incredible and completely outside the box...in the best way possible. You can tell this is a passion-driven restaurant focused on great food and a one-of-a-kind dining experience. If you’re looking for something different with outstanding, creative, fresh food, this is a must-try. Highly recommend!

Unexpected, strange dining experience. I am new to the area and honestly thought this was a former florist or convenience store now covered in tarps and permanently closed. I was very wrong. I would definitely guess the owner is some kind of hoarder/collector/eccentric. Very messy and unkempt feeling although the bathroom was clean and maintained. As mentioned by others reviews, upon entering, we were told to get our own soda and then where to sit. No menu, no prices, no Pho, no idea what we were in for. The owner was very high energy and intriguing if a bit overwhelming. We chose fish/seafood as our ‘protein’ and settled on salmon & sea bass. Out came massive plates of rice & fish covered in some kind of gravy/sauce. No idea what it was. One plate did have some tasty stir fried asian veggies. No salad, no other choices. The food was mediocre at best, especially covered in the unknown substance. The owner sat a large plastic bottle of ‘something’ that would remove the hair from my face. I tried a drop and it was indeed, spicy beyond belief. Definitely a NO for me. The jaw dropping bill came, no choice but to pay, we just won’t return again. I think we must have covered his mortgage payment for the month. Overall, cluttered and confusing, tasteless food covered in an unknown substance, strange service, ambiance of a junky antique, once upon a time drugstore/cafe/homeless shelter type vibe. Weird and unsettling.

The location is strange. The tarps over the windows and the building still looking like a 7-11 throws me off. For people who have never been here you need to know that the prices are not listed for a reason. It is all market price of the day. If you get the steak or prime rib you are paying about $40-$50 a plate. Chicken and bass not sure. For 4 people (one prime rib, two steaks, and one ribs) our bill was about $150. Your meal does come with a drink, a salad, and side. However I am not a beets or yam fan, but the mashed potatoes were great. The owner was friendly, the jokes were a bit much, but I’m cool. Not sure how to put this without being rude, but it’s part of the business story and the owner and how he helps the community, several of the souse chefs working are from a program to help people with disabilities. They are great cooks and did a fantastic job. Aside from price and the inside/outside looking a bit odd, the food was great and so was the service. The fun part is they offer cooking classes that I wouldn’t mind trying out some time. When you first get there you will see the board, you will need to pick your protein, if you have ANY ALLERGIES, you need to tell the person assisting you. If you are there for only one specific item such as pho, you need to state as such or you get the full treatment. I do not believe alcohol is sold here. Will be back.

Super pleased with the food, it was absolutely delicious. Zero complaints I got the dry aged steak, and pasta that was so fresh and delicious. Skip STK and Ruth’s Chris and come here I promise you. I will absolutely be back many more times thank you chef

Loved this place! At first glance, it's nothing fancy. But the owner creates such an amazing experience and is so passionate about his food, and for good reason. The food was so fresh, flavorful and high quality. We got the seabass with butternut squash and salmon salad and they were both amazing. We'll be back!

Either we were taken advantage of or it was a huge misunderstanding. Food was good but...the experience was super bizarre. Let me explain. My wife, daughter and I were looking for Pho on a Google search. This restaurant popped up with good reviews. I called to make sure it was open and to make sure they had Pho. The owner said that It was open, and they do have Pho. We pulled up to a dimly lit restaurant that had tarps over the windows. The entrance and the interior felt a bit like a small hardware store with a restaurant set up in the middle. There are gardening tools propped up by the front door and random boxes and crates stacked around. In my mind I was thinking this might be a fun, "hole-in the wall" restaurant with amazing food (since the reviews are so high). The owner was layed back but charismatic, i thought he was very nice. He told us to grab drinks and take a seat. We told him that we came in to get Pho. There are no menus or prices listed anywhere. After some nice casual chit chat with him, he asked what protein we wanted. We asked for beef/steak (thinking it would be beef inside the Pho). We were given a good salad, then he came back several minutes later to serve us each a large plate with massive steaks, mashed potatoes and vegetables. We were completely caught off guard, since we were hoping for the Pho. We are very passive people and didnt want to send it back since it was a large meal and already prepared so, we decided to just accept the meal even though it wasn't what we had planned on. The steak tasted good but not good enough to justify the cost and the expectation of getting Pho. It ended up costing us $150 plus tip. As we were paying the exuberant bill he said, "come back on Monday for the Pho"...im pretty bummed by the overall experience. Hopefully it was just a big misunderstanding and he wasn't trying to take advantage of us. Additional thought. After getting home I looked at some recent reviews and there are a few other people that had similar experiences.

We stumbled upon this incredible spot after searching for food near our Airbnb — and what a find! The chef personally greeted us and, after we chose our drink orders, got right down to business asking what we wanted. Three out of four of us ordered steak, each with different sides, and everything was absolutely amazing. The vegetables tasted so fresh, and the steak was a generous cut cooked to perfection. Highly recommend!

This was an awesome experience. The food was great and best of all it does not cost an arm. The owner was super friendly and treated you like family. Don't miss out on this wonderful experience and great quality food. You won't regret it. I had the dry aged ribeye with a side of chicken curry. Also, the homemade hot sauce was delicious.

Incredible food and spice products. I love the premise of eating what is in season. We ate prime rib and a noodle dish and they were outstanding. I can't wait to go back and try pho. Do not hesitate to try anything at this business.

What an interesting place with a great owner. There's no menu, you just say the protein you want and he'll tell you what he can make. They have house made pasta, steaks, fish, no bread though! The food is pretty good but I love this place because of the owner.

Went to this very casual restaurant last night. The "menu" is a large blackboard with seasonal offerings with fresh protein choices with meat seafood and vegetarian. The outside entrance is very rustic, and inside is similar with very austere tables and chairs. Expect to be greeted by the owner and head chef Hai Le Fitzgerald who will also be the guide on your food selection. We had surf and turf with NY strip paired with sea bass, fresh Alaskan halibut and Asian chicken stir fry. Drinks were self-serve at the soda fountain. Don't let the appearances fool you. The portions were large and more important the fish, steak and stir fry were cooked and seasoned expertly. The place has been in business for 16 years and somehow went unnoticed by myself and others. Don't expect a detailed listing of dishes and pricing since everything is listed on the menu as "Market Price". When the bill came it was $175 then added tip, so expect to spend from $40-$50 per person. Might seem pricey, but the quality of the offerings justify the market prices. This is the kind of place we will visit again, but only on occasion since it is on the more eclectic side. I added a few photos to set the stage for you. They have a web site at thyme-seasons.com. Hope you enjoy as much as we did.

The best thing I have consumed since I have moved to Utah one year ago. The lamb is phenomenal!!

My buddy and I popped in here for dinner while driving thru SLC en route to Moab and had a true experience to remember. Hai, the owner, is an Anthony Bourdain style cooking show waiting to happen. A high voltage personality and a culinary artist. The food was delicious, creative, fresh, and diverse. Big portions. This was the most eclectic restaurant I may have ever visited - he's growing herbs and chili peppers in the front window, has a butcher shop with fresh meat right there in the restaurant, and Hai is blending his own spice mixes from around the world to sell. We had the steak salad (huge and incredible), the squash curry (he grows the squash at his own farm, was delicious) and the Pho (perfectly spiced, lots of thinly sliced prime rib beef). Any trip thru SLC from now on I will stop here.

We like to take friends and family here for their first time. It's an experience! The owner/chef is fun to chat with and he makes whatever you want to eat! No menus! "If you want a menu, go to McDonald's" We gave him a challenge when we took a friend who is gluten free, egg and milk free. Everything was delicious.

Fun and Funky. I read the reviews before I went and had an open mind. We asked the Chef what he recommended and had a delightful dinner. We will be back!

Awful Customer Service owner is one of the most unprofessional businesses owners i have ever spoken with all the way from cussing to no arguing

I went here with some girlfriends and there weren't any prices on the menu, but we ordered anyway and when we got the bill, we couldn't believe it. It was so overpriced. The food was good, though. If you got a lot of money, this is a nice place to go.

We went to this Restaurant with high hopes.. Wow.. did they deliver and more!!! The owner makes you feel like your being there just made his day.. and you are treated like family. You are served the most tasty green salad the moment you sit down. The homemade dressing is a recipe you will want! The meat and fish options are on the Board. However the owner comes to your table and asks if you prefer meat or fish and the Adventure begins! Thank you for our incredible evening, including the Beautiful Red Roses.

This is quite literally THEE best meal I've EVER had. You walk in and it looks like a market and "this is the closest thing to a menu" with food choices is written on the wall. The owner is the best!!!! Quite the character. He will ask you what you want and then go prepare magic. It felt like I'd discovered a hidden gem but maybe loads of people know about this place. It's my new favorite!

This was one of the most unique dining experiences I ever had. The owner/cook:waiter/everything has personality for days. There is not necessarily a menu. He just ask you what you like and then he creates a wonderful in-season dish. The best part about our experience was how he consistently referred to my mother-in-law as grandma. Even though she did not appreciate it, that alone will bring me back thyme and thyme again.

The food is great, so is the relaxed atmosphere. The decor is divey. It reminded me of a Chinese or Vietnamese market converted into a restaurant. Their selection of meat and fish is impressive. Chef Hai claims they carve all their meat and fish filets themselves. Obviously, this allows them to control the quality better. This is a family restaurant and they treat you like family. I was able to meet both the chef and his daughter in one evening. Chef Hai has been running the restaurant for 14 years, and grows many ingredients for three food in a garden behind the restaurant The food is "market priced." So, if you're concerned, ask before ordering. The sides are stir-fry: collard greens, cabbage, beets, carrots, butternut squash, potatoes, or pasta. The steak was amazing! The experience unique.

Looking from the outside of the building, it looks like a grocery store.Once you enter, it kind of looks like a warehouse converted to a restaurant.We had high expectations of the food based on all the good reviews, but we got mixed results. Pad Thai with Shrimp- 2 stars - used thin pho noodles instead of thick noodles, it did not taste like traditional Pad Thai, too much fish sauce and too watery. Butternut Squash Curry Chicken - 3 stars - the taste was not complex enough, not coconut based, not great. Scallop with rice and vegetable - 4 stars - too over cooked but still good because it was fresh. Sea Bass with rice and vegetable - 5 stars - homemade seasoning was perfect on the fish, nicely charred, super fresh.

chef is top tier, such a sweet guy. my family often orders soup for a cold and im telling you it insta gets rid of your sickness not to mention delicious. he has quite the menu and its all so flavorful. definitely a place of love.

The steak and vegetables are always prepared, seasoned and cooked to perfection. Chef Fitzgerald is amazing. Thyme & Seasons is the place if you want to surprise your friends and family to a special treat.

Amazing. Chef is brilliant! Favorite thing so far has been the prime rib. Every experience is unique.

A perfect example of disarray in a restaurant/market. We sat down and someone in the back said "go get your drinks up there" Next the the owner Chef Hai asked "do you want meat or seafood?" I said "king salmon" he responded "it isn't in season". I responded "why is it on the menu board?" *received a blank stare* He was trying to tell me what I should/shouldn't order but I carried on anyway. :-) 1. sea bass with sweet potato concoction, and mashed potatoes 2. Pho which came with cooked prime rib 3. Pad Thai w/chicken Sea bass with mango topping was absolutely perfect, the sweet potato/yam mixture was also excellent. The mashed potatoes meh The Pho was flavorless and was overpowered by star anise seed. From a guy born in South Vietnam I would have expected the Pho to knock my socks off. The pre-packaged dry Pho at Harmon's had more flavor. The last item was the Pad Thai, that was incredibly delicious with many interesting flavors and perfectly cooked chicken. Ended with complementary chocolate cheesecake cupcakes. Those were pretty good as well. The sad part about the meal was he was yelling at his employee for forgetting a salad and it was so loud all of the guests could hear it. He verbally attacked him a few other times. The power also went out twice while the businesses next to him didn't have an issue. Maybe he should hire a server or two? Maybe a host/hostess. Before we were leaving there were 4 different groups coming to dine in. One guest asked me "what are you supposed to do?" I said "it is a disorganized cluster and it took just over an hour for our food to come out". Next time I will try and do take away/to-go as I can't stand it when people are so rude and disrespectful to their employees.

Let's get something out of the way right up front - chef Hai is a total pain in the ass. A bit abrupt, maybe condensing, but it all about providing the best food to a clientele that he understands best. Lunch? Pho is the right answer. Dinner? Ask chef Hai for the days best beef and fish option...he will give you his best. Don't come here if you are expecting Fleming's. No white table cloths but the meal is better at a fraction of the cost. Final note - did I mention chef Hai is a pain in the ass?

This was a very, very interesting experience. If you want to know what it's like to go to an asian market, where the food is superbly fresh, but there is nothing pretty to look at, this is the place for you. The chef is extraordinarily extroverted, which was nice, though maybe a little too much a few times. I must say that he is very genuinely a good person and an excellent chef. He will serve you an incredible meal and educate you about it as well. Very interesting! Very stimulating! It's truly unique!

Unparalleled dining experience with unique flavors and incredibly attentive proprietor. Chef Hai whipped up outstanding appetizers in no time. We were blown away by the 65 day aged Prime Rib with fresh horseradish and Curry Prawns over vegetables, both so tender and flavorful we couldn't imagine the entree's living up to the high bar he set. We were more impressed with the chilean seabass with perfectly seared skin, heirloom butternut over mixed rice and perfectly prepared Ribeye paired with roasted beats and whipped potatoes. Can't wait for our next visit for both the food and the adventure!

We went to Thyme and Seasons in Bountiful. I had read that it was a unique dining experience, and it was! It stripped away our normal eating out thinking. I suggest going in with an open mind..kind of like the Vegas blindfolded dining experience, or your brother's neighbor's friend's house. Upon entering, I wasn't sure what we were getting into because the decor didn't project the ambiance we've come to expect when dining out. But the air was rich and heavy with fantastic aromas. There are no menus. Rather, a big wall with meats, fish, pasta or Asian. Pick you meat or fish, and Chef Hai did the rest. Again, different from expectations, but his explanation of why made me trust him to work his magic: He only sells what's in season. It's halibut prime season, so we went with that. While we waited for our food, we watched Chef engage with customers. We heard his stories of not scrimping on ingredients, and delivering on the integrity of serving food in season. We heard about his spice trade, his farms, and his customers from around the world. When it came out, it was beautiful. Bright red saffron risotto, a beet/squash medley, and potatoes flanked a lovely, warm, and tender halibut steak. He delivered the food with the preparation story-fresh fish, seared with his spice and layered with a French sauce and coconut mango sauce. It was truly the best halibut I've had. Flaky, tender, fresh. I don't think of halibut as a tender fish. But he was right: when you get the fish in season, and you know the fisherman, you get superior quality. An added benefit is the work program he has in place to train and put people with disabilities to work. He's a big supporter of that in Davis county. I highly suggest trying out this place. take away your preconceived notions of dining out. Instead, you are walking into an artists proverbial home and allowing him to preserve the integrity of his artistry. Don't be fooled by appearances. The food is the real deal. Chef Hai unapologetically delivers.

The prime rib was amazing and the fresh horseradish was incredible. The unique setting was intriguing as hell. I think this place would fit really well on an Anthony Bourdaine type of show or What Phil's Having or something... it's not some 5-star setting but the prime rib at least is 5-star. Hai just hangs around being amazing and interacting. Someone in my party said "that place is basically Hai's garage and he just hangs out there all day." I don't usually go out for prime rib because it's difficult to make. But you should get that here if you enjoy it!

(Long winded post...skim to ending to see final thoughts) I read a lot of mixed reviews on here so we decided to just check it out ourselves. We were looking for pho, in Bountiful, near where we live. Saw some posted pics of chopped Prime Rib Beef in Pho. I've only ever had thinly sliced brisket and the like. So, we ran up there an hour before closing. But not without calling to find out what is on the menu as there didn't seem to be one online. Chef Hai answered and here is how convo went... "Hi! Do you still carry the Prime Rib Pho?" -Chef-"You want it to go?" "No, I was just wondering if you still have it because I don't see a recent menu online?" -Chef-"You just tell me what you want." "Oh! I see. Well, I guess we will run up there to see what you have on your menu" -Chef-"We don't have a menu." "Ok! We are coming there right now. Bye." LOLOLOL. You guys don't even know...I had all kinds of flashbacks to my aunts, uncles, grandparents and all my Asian friends from where I grew up in the Northwest. This is how it is! Most people would find this offensive, but in our Asian culture, this blunt convo is "normal" and expected. I felt right at home...and off we went. There were no prices. No menu. Just like he said. We walked in and Chef pointed to where we could sit. Without any eye contact he said while multitasking, "You still want the Prime Rib pho?". I was surprised he knew who we were just from the call earlier. I ordered us each one and asked for purple rice. No rice available. He did belt out, "We are the ONLY place who serves Prime Rib in pho! We also the only place serves purple rice in a pho restaurant!" As we waited he brought out a binder full of different banknotes/tender from around the world. He brought out our pho and we dove in. We loved it. There wasn't too much broth. There was a good amount of veggies, greens, noodles. We were expecting those HUGE bowls but it was a normal sized bowl BUT jam packed with flavor and quality flavor and ingredients. When we slurped up the last of it, he snuck over a couple strawberries dipped in the most decadent Belgian Chocolate. I was in HEAVEN! That alone was worth the whole meal. We had no idea what the bill was. He simply slid over a POS machine showing a total of $32.54. We left a 20% tip of $6.51. Total for 2 bowls of Pho and one soda was $39.05 w/ tax and tip. I had to email myself a receipt to see if I could find the breakdown. No breakdown of what it all cost...just that flat amount. So, being the analytical type, I think I figured it out. This will help some of you who needed to know beforehand. $13.99 bowl of Prime Rib Pho $13.99 bowl of Prim Rib Pho $1.99 cup of soda ====== $29.97 Sub Total $ 2.57 Sales Tax ====== $32.54 Total + 20 percent tip $6.51 ====== $39.05 Grand Total ====== Is it worth it? Is it a bit expensive for the size...SURE.... but, depends how you gauge "worth". We felt it was priceless for the taste and quality. Priceless learning bits of cool info on fresh fish and what he carries. Priceless for the experience to have Chef Hai talk and tell stories to us. Priceless to see pictures of celebrities and big names from his personal cell. Priceless to read letters hanging around from people we know and love. Priceless to support a local business that has been around almost 15 years and made it through the hardest of times. Priceless to see the owner and Chef hang with the crowd and share decadent chocolate strawberries with us as we departed. We will be back to support this establishment. If you love surprises, trying something new and eclectic...this is your place!

This place is amazing. There is no menu, the wall will tell you what meat or seafood they have available. You will tell the chef what your choice is, and he makes you a meal that won't disappoint. Everything is farm fresh and absolutely delicious. When you walk in, they will tell you to get your drink and grab a seat. The chef will come and tell you stories and even sit with you for a bit. We had a variety between 4 of us. Prime rib, fresh halibut, prawns and lobster. Fresh beets and corn that was so sweet and delicious. We definitely will be going back to experience more of this chefs delicious food.

We had a family dinner here tonight. We were 6 people. We all drank water. The chef sent over soup (that no one liked) and salad (that no one ate - I tried to nibble, but it was bleh) and not a single one of us ordered any of it. TRULY. We ordered our mains and they took a long time to come out. The restaurant looked dirty and crowded - not with people, but with supplies / sundries / wares - very strange. No one ever checked in on us. It felt like we were in a glorified fast food restaurant. I didn't like my meal, at all. I think I took 3 bites? Some of our group seemed to like theirs; especially the two who had ordered the salmon. My husband was not happy with the meal; albeit he liked the portions. That being said, when the check came: HOLY F&&K!!!!!!! We live in LA and I know how expensive good food and good service is. It averaged about $60 p person with tax and tip (and the service was non-existent). I could go to Spago or Mastro's and spend the same amount (or less!!!) and have a nice meal and a glass of wine. NOPE!

Absolutely phenomenal food!!!! Came tonight for my husband's birthday dinner and we HIGHLY RECOMMEND coming here, you won't be disappointed!!

Some friends and I went recently and were shocked to get billed $100 per plate for dinner. I have traveled all over the world and although the food was delicious, it was not a $100 per plate meal. There is no menu and no prices. I get that it is a risk but we felt like we were taken advantage of. The protein was good but the sides were extremely basic and not at all unique. The owner was friendly but a bit of a chatterbox and talked all about himself and his accomplishments. If you plan to go to visit with friends or family you won't get a quiet meal to socialize. He interrupts a lot. The atmosphere is dumpy which would normally make for a yummy and reasonably priced meal. The atmosphere doesn't at all match what he charges for an evening out. Anyhow, BEWARE! If you don't have deep pockets definitely don't go here. I am not sure how he gets repeat customers but from the looks of the reviews it sounds like we were taken advantage of as it looks like meals are normally $30-$50 each. It's too bad as I would have like to gone again but not for what we were charged.

Best restaurant North of Takashi. And definitely the best bang for your buck in all of Utah I live an hour away, but I'm hear at least 2x a month. Everyhing is great, but my regulars- Seabass, rack of lamb, and smoked prime rib (Friday and Saturdays only)

This is one of the best kept secrets in bountiful! This guy has unbelievably fresh seafood vegetables .Funky little place don't be scared by the lack of Decour it is fantastic

Ate here last year with my family. We were driving around the neighborhood and like to support local businesses when possible and we love different ethnic cuisines. Saw the reviews and thought it was worth a shot. Upon walking in, the restaurant has more of a deli-market feel but we didn't think much of that. My wife ordered the Pho which they prominently advertise with a neon sign on the front of the restaurant (it is also one of our favorite soups). It was bland and we ended up adding some salt and pepper just to avoid sending it back. I asked the chef/owner for his recommendation and he quickly suggested the Chilean Sea Bass with beet risotto. The fish was overcooked and charred black on one side and slathered in some sort of mix of cream and spice sauce in a clear attempt to cover the lack of quality of the fish. The risotto was clearly reheated and days old. My daughter just wanted a simple Mac and cheese which he assured us was like no other that she had had and that was true. The sauce contained the same "proprietary" spice blend as the Sea Bass dish and needless to say my daughter took one bite of the undercooked "Mac & Cheese" just to be polite. At the end the chef/owner offered us some of his house baked chocolate muffins. Nice guy but we ended up with a $75 bill for one of the worst meals we've ever had. Maybe it was an off day?

Zero ambience unfortunately, so you're paying primarily for the food. Service was decent given it's a one man show. We got there right when it opened for lunch and were told to serve our own drinks and the owner/chef came to our table fairly soon to ask us what we wanted to order: meat or seafood. Then you go from there telling him what types of dishes you like and he then tells you what he can make for you based on the ingredients he has in stock. I had the Chilean sea bass with purple rice and tons of stir fried veggies. I loved the crispy charred skin and sauce and the fish tasted really fresh. The veggies seemed super fresh and I could have eaten them all day. My lunch companions didn't love their entrees as much as I did, however. One had the shrimp Pad Thai which was nothing like any Pad Thai he had tasted before. He wouldn't order it again but said it was good enough. The other had a fatty prime rib steak, mashed potatoes and beets. The steak had really good flavor, but he had a hard time cutting it because of the fat. The potatoes and beets were just okay. The total of all 3 meals was $108, which came as a complete surprise to us when we paid. So, fair warning. While we enjoyed our food, me especially, I don't think we will be back anytime soon, mainly because we can have incredible food in other places for much less with better atmosphere.

Chef Hai was definitely a character. Although we were a little puzzled as to whether we seat ourselves or not when initially walking in, he asked us to grab a drink and have a seat. We didn't really know where to get a drink so we sat down where he pointed us to. It's a little odd when you walk in & see him talking to everyone & having to seat yourself lol I think it's cool that he interacts with his customers but it can also hold the food up a little bit lol I came with my roommate & brothers girlfriend for dinner. Tasha had the lobster & prawn pasta, I had the salmon & pasta & Mel had the prime rib pho. All of us thoroughly enjoyed our food. My salmon was cooked to perfection & the Dijon sauce was amazing. The pasta in tomato sauce was very good. I don't have any gripes really except that maybe with a little more organization & help, this place could be so much more! It already is a gem..just something to take not of. The steak smelled delicious and I can't wait to try that out when I come back w/ my husband:)

I have read reviews of this place and always wanted to go, but despite being close to home had not been until recently. Shame on me! The food was so good, and fresh! The owner makes it a great experience and encourages you to try things outside of your comfort zone. I had the Wahoo, and my cousins Chilean Sea Bass with pasta was amazing! There is no menu as he only keeps what can be cooked within 3 days and flies the fish in fresh from places like Hawaii and the PNW. If you want good food in a casual atmosphere with a sense of Thai flavors, this is a must. You won't be disappointed!

Our small group of friends who are parents had a fun, social dinner at Thyme & Seasons. After walking in and choosing our table the chef greeted us. The chef will ask a series of questions to get you the food you need and want. He is transparency about what food is good and what is not in season is refreshing. I highly recommend any adult which enjoys good, fresh food to give it a try. The experience is one-of-a-kind and the food is memorable.

Taking my husband out for an early birthday dinner tonight (the birthday and celebration are tomorrow) and he wanted steak. Doing a key word search for steak led me to Thyme and Seasons. If not for this, I don't think we would have ever stumbled in here. You would drive right by assuming it's a market not a restaurant. When we walk in it's like an Asian marketplace or deli that just happens to have tables in it for dining. It reminds me of all the hole in the wall shops in chinatown in NYC where the meat and seafood are on display right in front and then you go sit and eat. But you'd be wrong with just that base assumption. It's so much more. We are greeted by the chef and owner Hai who points us to a table and tells us to help ourselves to drinks from the soda fountain. He then proceeds to go over the "menu"...no actual paper menu here. He asks you a series of questions and then your meal is created from there. The wall behind the "deli counter" has a list of options and items that are categorized by colored dots (red =folks love this, purple = weekends only, blue = when available). This is the closest you get to a menu;) After answering the questions my husband gets the slow roast prime rib (available only weekends So we lucked out coming tonight) which gets served with Brussels sprouts, yams, and mashed potatoes. He digs in right away as our meals come out at different times and says he doesn't know the last time he had one this tender. It's a huge slab that fits half the plate and it's like the most exquisite pot roast you've ever eaten only it's a steak. It's served with a homemade horseradish that was a tasty little topper and is just exactly what he hoped for in ordering steak tonight. The mashed potatoes were clearly made fresh the skins still in it (best way to have it) and loaded with butter. I picked chicken and wound up with a Thai Chicken stir fry that has a ton of veggies and is PACKED with flavor. I asked for it to be as mild as possible since we all know I can't handle spice and it came out just right. It came with a side of red rice that was also delicious and a great compliment to the dish. Huge portions for both our meals!! At the end he brought us a fresh strawberry dipped in chocolate to top off our incredible dining experience. Clearly everything is made with the highest quality fresh ingredients. I don't know how there could be any negative reviews but maybe it's just personal preference. I will choose a place like this where the chef clearly takes pride in the meals he creates for his guests over any cookie cutter restaurant. Love that his family works here with him and that they sell their own custom blend spice and rice all over. He will chat with you about all his creations and business and it's fascinating. We will absolutely be back. Great find close to home but would be worth the drive from anywhere!!!

Amazing food and service. The owner Hai is very personable and you can tell he loves what he does. Come for the food and leave with some amazing spices and rice to take home.

Very enjoyable. Delicious. Interesting selection. Chef Hai makes delicious food. Five stars.

We are foodies from ATL, and stumbled across this gem. As soon as we walked in, the aroma and ambiance of a "feel good place" took over our senses. Chef Hai provides an AMAZING, comfortable "feels like family" experience for all. WITH NO MSG! He goes by the philosophy of minimal, high quality, healthy ingredients to make incredible dishes. He uses what is best and most fresh for the day. And you really don't even need to make a decision on what to eat or try, he will make it for you! (My favorite!) He took the time to sit and chat with us to explain his methods, he sent us recipes, and even showed my fiancé how to make a sauce. WE LOVED IT. So much, in fact, we came back again. Of our 4 meals in SLC, two were here. GO HERE! Enjoy everything Hai has to offer!!! We love him and will be back!

We got the family style dinner. Chef Hai did not disappoint. Even my picky daughter ate everything that was placed in front of her. So, so good! We also bought some of Chef Hai's spices and rice to make at home. You would be missing out if you decided to go anywhere else.

Not much to say that can do Justice to the food served here. Dinner is a bit of an experience... Just go with the flow... trust me... there's nothing on this chef's menu that isn't outta this world amazing!

Not a good experience. Take out Pad Thai was unlike any I have ever had. Not in a good way Owner attentive and kind Not my cup of tea

Always great food, loved my fresh salmon salad. Hubby had prime rib pho. Brother Chilean sea bass and sister-in-law had salmon. Each of us loved our dishes and the seasoning. Chef Hai is always entertaining and to the point. Don't ask what he likes or recommends, he's not eating your meal. Love this place.

I had driven by this spot 1,000,000 times and decided to stop in the other and I am soo glad that I did! The owner was extremely outgoing and our Pho was great. I will be going back here for lunch guaranteed.

AMAZING Food and Chef!!! I've ever had better more fresh and authentic food. New favorite!!!

My friend and I stopped by the restaurant because i typed in "pho" (a traditional Vietnamese noodle soup) in yelp. Being in bountiful, you're more likely to find a mermaid in bountiful, so when i found a restaurant that served pho I was ecstatic. Upon entering the establishment, we were not greeted by any wait staff or host-- we just randomly picked a table and sat down, 5 minutes passed by and still no one has approached us, so I immediately stood up and asked for the menu. Big mistake. While searching for the menu, the "owner" he goes by the name of "HAI" of this establishment just laughed at me for asking for a menu, i was immediately confused about what was going on. With a serious look on his face he blatantly sparks out "there's no menu, I AM THE MENU" Very disoriented after the remark i sat down and regained my composure, i asked, what's good? I saw that you guys had pho here. HAI immediately responds with "we only serve prime rib pho here, you see-- I am a 4 star Michelin chef." At this point i am more ecstatic than a teenage school girl because i have just stumbled across a hidden gem. Ok I'll take one of those i said to mister 4 star Michelin.

The owner is pretty prideful. No menu at the restaurant. You tell him what you want, he fixes it just for you but he calls the price of the food. So you never know how much you are gonna end up paying. I haven't tried the food there because I don't like surprises. His pho is freaking $15. He says he is the only one makes pho with prime beef but I don't go to pho restaurants to eat fancy.

Ordered the Vietnamese dish here called bun. It wasn't the traditional way I normally have it, but it was one of the best tasting versions of it. Full on flavor train. The cupcakes are the perfect ending to any of the meals they serve. Loved meeting Hai (owner/chef). Nicest and straight to the point type of guy. He's also a photography guy and that's always a plus in my book. I asked him what his monthly waste tally meant on the wall. He mentioned food prep or particular ingredients are not kept for more than several days. It refelected in the meal I had, since everything was fresh.

It was a fun experience. We'll probably be back on a special night since it was a little pricey for us. The food was a little bland for my personal taste. But that didn't stop me from eating way past when I should of stopped. It was fresh and hot, just needed a little more salt and maybe some rosemary on the steak.