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Family-owned and serving authentic Italian cuisine Open daily 5 p.m. to close | 804 Main St. 435.649.1336 | buonavitaparkcity.com

This traditional family-owned and -operated Italian restaurant serves authentic favorites in a cozy, intimate atmosphere. Run by Paola Bello and chef Nicholas Smurthwaite, Buona Vita brings a tradition of fresh Italian cuisine to the heart of Park City. Loyal patrons come for signature dishes, such as the caprese with fresh buffalo mozzarella and the Alla Nona — spicy sausage ravioli reminiscent of a recipe from an Italian grandmother. Of course, the standout of the menu is some of the finest and heartiest pasta dishes in town, with scratch-made sauces. The extensive menu offers something for everyone, from pizzas to gluten-free options. A broad wine list accompanies this homestyle cuisine, and with friendly service, you will leave feeling like part of the family.

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MUSSELS VAPORETTO: MUSSELS IN A WHITE WINE CREAM SAUCE WITH GARLIC, TOMATOES, PARSLEY, CAPERS, GRILLED BREAD GNOCCHI AL PESTO: POTATO DUMPLINGS IN BASIL, WALNUT, GARLIC, CREAM AND PARMESAN SAUCE ALLA CARBONARA: SPAGHETTI, BACON, PEAS, MUSHROOMS, SHALLOTS, PARMESAN CHEESE IN A WHITE WINE CREAM SAUCE DEL’ORTISS PIZZA: TOMATO SAUCE, MOZZARELLA, ITALIAN SAUSAGE, RED BELL PEPPERS, ONIONS CHICKEN PRIMAVERA: SAUTÉED CHICKEN OVER SPAGHETTI WITH FRESH VEGETABLES AND GARLIC TOSSED IN FRESH TOMATO SAUCE

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Steaks, chops, seafood and a late-night menu Open daily, see website for seasonal hours | 751 Main St. 435.647.0040 | butcherschophouse.com

With quality steaks and great ambience, Butcher’s Chop House has something for everyone in its warm, classic steakhouse setting. In addition to steaks, the family-friendly restaurant features chops, seafood, salads, pasta and a kids’ menu. All items on the Butcher’s block include a choice of two sides. Try the prime rib, a locals’ favorite. The beautifully finished cherry wood bar boasts one of the finest wine lists and liquor displays in Utah. Also, watch all of your favorite sporting events on the TVs available in the bar. Or, if you prefer, be sure to dine outside and enjoy Butcher’s patio seating located next to the Town Lift, with great views of the mountain. Visit the website or call for information on groups and private parties.

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SLOW-BRAISED BEEF SHORT RIB: GUINNESS BRAISED, SWEET ONION COMPOTE, MASHED POTATOES, NATURAL AU JUS LOBSTER NACHOS: PEPPER JACK CHEESE SAUCE, LUMP LOBSTER MEAT, FRESH CILANTRO AND JALAPEÑO WITH COTIJA CHEESE CHOP CHOP SALAD: GRILLED CHICKEN, MIXED GREENS, AVOCADO, BLUE CHEESE, GRAPE TOMATOES, HARD-BOILED EGGS, BACON AND HERB BUTTERMILK DRESSING

STEAKS AND CHOPS: PRIME RIB, FILET MIGNON, PORK CHOP, NEW YORK STRIP, LAMB CHOPS AND MORE CHICKEN-FRIED CHICKEN: CHICKEN BREAST PAILLARD, DOUBLE-DIPPED AND FRIED CRISP, MASHED POTATOES, COUNTRY GRAVY, BROCCOLI

Retro hunting cabin-inspired bar and entertainment venue Breakfast, lunch, dinner daily, brunch Sat. and Sun. | 427 Main St. 435.565.2337 | thecabinparkcity.com

Settle in for great food, good beer and even better vibes at The Cabin: a cozy, welcoming dining and drinking establishment adorned with lodge-style décor, live music and a prickly mascot named Al the Elkupine. Home of the famous Elkupies (aka pizzas), The Cabin makes its pizza crusts from a 110-year-old Italian recipe, resulting in a perfectly chewy sourdough. The lunch and dinner menu is rounded out with shareable small plates and elevated bar food, like spicy (chicken or tofu) lettuce wraps, pesto chicken grande and their Impossible™ local burger. Breakfast is served anytime and includes some of the best items on the menu, like the vegan breakfast sandwich, or the not-so-basic brunch with your choice of two eggs your way, breakfast potatoes and toast. Vegan and vegetarian options are available. The Cabin opens on Saturday and Sunday at 10 a.m. for brunch.

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PESTO CHICKEN GRANDE: GRILLED CHICKEN, CRISPY PROSCIUTTO AND FRIED MOZZARELLA WITH LETTUCE, TOMATO, PICKLED RED ONION, BALSAMIC DRIZZLE AND PESTO ON A BRIOCHE BUN

THE ORIGINAL ELKUPIE: GROUND ELK, ROASTED TOMATOES, MOZZARELLA, PARMESAN AND FETA CHEESE TOPPED WITH FRESH BASIL SPICY LETTUCE WRAPS: CRISPY TOFU OR CHICKEN, WATER CHESTNUTS, CELERY, PEPPERS AND ONION IN SWEET CHILE SAUCE, SERVED WITH LETTUCE RED CURRY: FRESH VEGETABLES AND BASIL IN A CREAMY COCONUT PANANG-STYLE SAUCE, SERVED OVER WHITE RICE CHOCOLATE CARROT CAKE: CHOCOLATE, CARROT, FUDGE, CREAM, LAYERED CAKE

The flavors of France, the charm of Main Street Open to the public Wed.–Sun. 5 to 9 p.m. | 201 Heber Ave. 435.572.4398 | courchevelbistro.com

Named after Park City’s sister city in the French Alps and housed in a historical building on Main Street, Courchevel serves artful French-European cuisine crafted with inventive flair and only the freshest seasonal ingredients from local purveyors. Executive Chef Clement Gelas has brought the flavors of his home country of France to the heart of Park City. You might imagine that you’re in the northern French Alps rather than the mountains of Utah as you dine on risotto de crozete or braised chicken coq au vin. Diners are raving, and so is CNN Travel, which named Courchevel one of the 20 “world’s best new restaurants for 2020.” Courchevel is open to the public but also features a members-only lounge and patio downstairs reserved for Talisker Club members. Stop in to savor Park City life at Courchevel Bistro.

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ONION TART: ROCKHILL GRUYÈRE CHEESE, APPLE SALAD BAKED BRIE: PARK CITY CREAMERY BRIE, STONE FRUIT MARMALADE, CROSTINI, APPLE TROUT BOUILLABAISSE: SAFFRON BROTH, PEI MUSSELS, CRAWFISH EMULSION, TRADITIONAL VEGETABLES STEAK FRITES: BISON RIB-EYE, DUCK FAT FRIES, SIMPLE GREEN SALAD, BEARNAISE SAUCE FROMAGE BLANC CAPRESE: HEIRLOOM TOMATOES, BALSAMIC PEARLS, MICROGREENS, OLIVE OIL GRILLED PORK CHOP: HARICOT VERT FAGOT, POTATO BEIGNET, JUNIPER JUS

Unique Mexican fare and fresh, house-made margaritas Open for lunch and dinner daily at 12 p.m. | 412 Main St. 435.602.1179 | crystalparkcantinaparkcity.com

A Main Street hot spot, Crystal Park Cantina is serving up refreshing, unique twists on Mexican fare. The light, comfortable bar space serves margaritas that showcase its signature, all-natural margarita mix with gently pasteurized lemon, lime and orange juices. Also made in-house are its simple syrups, utilizing organic cane sugars. Taste the difference in the jalapeño cilantro margarita with fresh muddled cilantro and jalapeños, or the sangria margarita: a fusion of traditional Spanish and Mexican cocktails. Similarly, the food flavors draw inspiration from multiple countries. But everything is house-made, from the saffron-infused rice served with all entrées to the authentic mole sauce. And if it’s just a big plate of nachos you’re looking for to wash down with that margarita, you won’t be disappointed at Crystal Park Cantina.

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JALAPEÑO CILANTRO MARGARITA: HORNITOS PLATA, FRESH MUDDLED JALAPEÑOS AND CILANTRO, SIGNATURE MIX, LIME JUICE SWEET POTATO NACHOS: SWEET POTATO FRIES, ORGANIC CHORIZO, CHEESE BLEND, CARAMELIZED ONIONS, PICO, RED PEPPER SAUCE TOSTADA CHOPPED SALAD: MIXED GREENS, RADISHES, TOMATOES, CUCUMBER, CORN, BLACK OLIVES, ONION, PUMPKIN SEEDS AND TORTILLA STRIPS WITH CHOICE OF CILANTRO VINAIGRETTE, CHIPOTLE MAYO OR LEMON GINGER SESAME DRESSING BAJA FISH TACOS: TEMPURA-BATTERED FISH, CORN TORTILLAS, CABBAGE, PICO, MANGO PINEAPPLE SALSA, SAFFRON RICE, PINTO BEANS CANTINA BURGER: ORGANIC PATTY, JALAPEÑO CILANTRO CHEESE, CARAMELIZED ONIONS, SANTE FE CORN BUN, CHIPOTLE MAYO, CABBAGE

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Irish pub and restaurant Open seven days a week, dine in, online ordering and takeout | 438 Main St. 435.649.8600 | flanagansonmain.com

This classic Irish pub is rich with history adorning its decorated walls and used in its old-school Irish recipes. You will find all the favorites, like bangers and mash, corned beef and cabbage, fish and chips, Irish beef stew and, of course, boxty (filled with either whiskey chicken or corned beef). There are also plenty of gluten-free options available. The historical building houses this perfect feel-good spot on Main Street, designed to please the entire family as well as late-night partygoers in the downstairs pub. Seasonal cocktails complement the Guinness and local beer on draft, but don’t miss the whiskey list if you are a fan. Grab an Irish coffee if you want to keep the party going into the evening for an array of activities that include trivia, karaoke, DJs, live music and more.

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FLANAGAN’S CHINESE CHICKEN SALAD: ANGEL HAIR PASTA TOSSED WITH GRILLED CHICKEN, RED AND GREEN PEPPERS, RED ONIONS, SHREDDED CARROTS, TOSSED WITH FLAVORFUL TOASTED SESAME DRESSING FISH & CHIPS: BLACK AND TAN BEER-BATTERED ATLANTIC COD FILLETS SERVED WITH CRISPY PUB FRIES AND HOUSE-MADE TARTAR SAUCE

BANGERS & MASH: GRILLED BANGERS SAUSAGE SERVED OVER MASHERS WITH IRISH BROWN GRAVY, GREEN ONIONS AND STEAMED VEGGIES BLACKENED AHI CROSTINI: FOUR SEARED AND BLACKENED AHI TUNA SLIDERS WITH CILANTRO PEPITA, PICO DE GALLO, AVOCADO AND SRIRACHA, SERVED ON SLICED CIABATTA

Community-minded cafe serving Australian-style breakfast and brunch Open daily 8 a.m.–3 p.m. | 820 Park Ave., Ste. 101 435.604.0463 | harvestparkcity.com

At Harvest, they love three things — food, coffee and people. They celebrate that food can be many different things to many different people. It can be fuel for a big day playing in our beautiful mountain town or the perfect reason to catch up with a good friend. It can be nourishing and indulgent all at once, and as simple as a good cup of coffee to start your day. The folks at Harvest believe that no matter the reason, it should always be fresh, as local and seasonal as possible, full of flavor and definitely house-made. Which is why they support the local growers, makers and bakers that our community is so lucky to have in our backyard. These purveyors live by the same philosophies as the team at Harvest, which is what makes them such good friends. Experience the culture for yourself whether dining in the cafe or getting takeout using Harvest’s new online ordering app.

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BUDDHA BOWL OF GOODNESS: BROWN RICE, BUTTERNUT PUMPKIN PUREE, OVEN-ROASTED TOMATOES, FERMENTED CABBAGE, PICKLED ONIONS, HARD-BOILED EGG, HERB RICOTTA, AVOCADO, HERB SALAD, SEEDS AND MISO GINGER DRESSING NOURISH TOAST: TOASTED SOURDOUGH, ROASTED BEETROOT AND TOMATO, SALSA VERDE, PICKLED ONION, HERB SALAD, AVOCADO, TOPPED WITH SOFT-POACHED EGG AND SMOKED SALMON

AÇAI BOWL: FRESH FRUIT, HOUSE-MADE MUESLI, COCONUT AND HONEY TOASTED PALEO BANANA BREAD: WITH CARAMELIZED BANANA AND HONEYED RICOTTA

Elevated dining in a beautifully renovated historical cottage Open for prix fixe dinners Friday–Sunday evenings | 651 Park Ave. 435.649.8300 | highwest.com

Tucked away two doors up from High West Saloon, The Nelson Cottage is located in a warmly renovated miners’ cabin. The Nelson Cottage is home to High West Distillery’s unique prix fixe whiskey-paired dinners — a culinary and educational experience that is curated weekly based on seasonally available items as well as special distillery releases that you surely won’t want to miss! The atmosphere is decorated by warm tones, weathered woods and rustic charm, the perfect setting to sip whiskey and connect with old friends. Make a reservation today at OpenTable.com.

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ROASTED HEIRLOOM TOMATO FOCACCIA: BALSAMIC AIOLI

SEA SCALLOPS OVER BINCHOATAN COALS, AGUACHILE, NEWSOME’S COUNTRY HAM GRILLED QUAIL: SUMMER SQUASHES, CIPPOLINI “AGRODOLCE” ARTICHOKE RISOTTO: PRESERVED LEMON

BISTECCA PIZZAIOLA: CHARRED PRIME RIB-EYE, GENOVESE BASIL, YOUNG GARLIC, CRUSHED SAN MARZANO TOMATOES BROWN SUGAR BISCUITS: WHISKEY STRAWBERRIES, GOAT CHEESE GELATO

Famous Main Street bar known for buffalo burgers Lunch, dinner and a late-night menu | 447 Main St. 435.649.6667 | nonamesaloon.com

No Name Saloon is home of the world-famous buffalo burger. Locally voted Best Bar for 10 years in a row, it is the pulse of the Old Town bar scene. This Park City institution is centrally located on historical Main Street, where you can enjoy five dining areas, including the main bar, mezzanine, loft and both a year-round heated patio and balcony. With 17 TVs for all your favorite sports and endless vintage décor that all has a story, there’s plenty to keep you busy until your turn comes up on the regulation shuffleboard table. After adventuring in the surrounding mountains, belly on up for some wings, cold beers and the best dang buffalo burger around. Stop in for lunch, dinner and a lively late-night scene. Eating and drinking every day, must be 21+. For family-friendly dining on Main Street, check out the Annex Burger listing. Visit the website or call for information on private parties.

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SALOON BURGER: A “BURGERLICIOUS, NINE-NAPKIN,” HALF-POUND MONSTER SERVED WITH GRILLED ONIONS, CHEESE, TOMATOES, SHREDDED LETTUCE AND MAYO NO NAME BURGER: HALF-POUND PATTY TOPPED WITH A HEAP OF CREAM CHEESE AND FRESH JALAPEÑOS, LAYERED WITH LETTUCE AND TOMATOES AND TOPPED WITH CHIPOTLE AIOLI LOADED TATER TOTS: TATER TOTS TOPPED WITH BACON BITS, MELTED CHEDDAR, SOUR CREAM, JALAPEÑOS AND CHOPPED PARSLEY SALMON SALAD: MIXED GREENS, TOMATOES, ORANGES, FETA, RASPBERRY VINAIGRETTE

Freestyle Asian cuisine Dinner nightly beginning at 5 | 442 Main St. Reservations call 435.645.7253 | Full menu at shabuparkcity.com

Trained by Japanese master Nobu Matsuhisa, Shabu’s chef/co-owner Bob Valaika brings Asian fusion cuisine to Main Street. Every dish is crafted with incredible skill and precision, and each bite is bursting with flavor. Start your Shabu experience with a curated sake from the most extensive list in Utah. The Blistered Green Beans and Firecracker Shrimp are two signature dishes that cannot be missed. Shabu’s sushi is outstanding and artfully created, and there are also many options if you are craving something warm and hearty. Try the miso-glazed cod, a gorgeous, flaky fish with a delicious miso sauce served with wok-seared vegetables. Shabu opened in 2004 and is owned by brothers Bob and Kevin Valaika, who love playing in Park City’s mountains almost as much as they love wowing their guests. For reservations and curbside pickup, call 435.645.7253. For delivery, call Mountain Express Delivery at 435.649.6368.

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BLISTERED GREEN BEANS: IN A SWEET-AND-SPICY MISO SAUCE WITH CHOPPED PEANUTS

MISO-GLAZED COD: SWEET MISO, EGG FOO YUNG AND WOK-SEARED VEGETABLES FIRECRACKER SHRIMP: TEMPURA, SPICY AIOLI, TOBIKO, GREEN ONION STEAMED BAO BUNS: CHAR SIU BARBECUE PORK BELLY, SWEET CHILE, ASIAN COLESLAW SAMURAI SCALLOPS: CRISPY WONTON, SPICY TUNA, SWEET-AND-SPICY MISO BUTTER, AVOCADO, TOBIKO

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Upscale pub food and live music in a comfortable setting Open 11–1 a.m. daily | 352 Main St. 435.615.1618 | thespurbarandgrill.com

For 20 years, The Spur Bar & Grill has been the go-to spot for nightly live music. With its popular Main Street location, The Spur boasts an upscale rustic modern theme with three bars and an amazing open deck overlooking Old Town, where you can sit and enjoy the view year-round. And in the back? It’s still your favorite watering hole, with live music every night. Whether you’re looking for a midday bloody mary and burger or to meet friends for drinks and dinner, Spur has you covered from lunch through late-night hours. Wine and beer on tap plus creative signature cocktails made with locally distilled spirits, including Spur Whiskey, provide endless options to quench your thirst. Check the website for the music calendar, specials and updated food and drink menus (they change often).

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ROASTED BEET SALAD: SPINACH, BLUEBERRIES, DATES, GOAT CHEESE, TOASTED PUMPKIN SEEDS, POMEGRANATE VINAIGRETTE POKE TOSTADAS: AHI TUNA, WONTON CHIPS, GUACAMOLE, JALAPEÑO, TOBIKO WINGS: MAPLE JALAPEÑO, BUFFALO, BBQ, NASHVILLE HOT OR GHOST PEPPER CURRY THE TRIP PIZZA: GARLIC ROASTED MUSHROOMS, BRIE, ALFREDO SAUCE, TRUFFLE OIL, LAVENDER HONEY, ARUGULA SPUR BURGER: GRILLED 8-OUNCE WAGYU BEEF PATTY, BACON, AMERICAN CHEESE, LETTUCE, TOMATO, ONION DRUNKEN CHICKEN: TEQUILA LIME CHICKEN, MANGO GUACAMOLE, BACON, CHEDDAR, SRIRACHA MAYO, LETTUCE, TOMATO, ONION, CIABATTA ROLL

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