Book Now

The 6 Best Places to Eat in Moab — Our Favorite Places

downtown moab with mountains in the background

Discover the top places to eat with our five-star Moab dining guide. From the best places to eat in Moab to hidden gems, explore a variety of culinary delights. Whether you’re after local favorites or international cuisine, our guide ensures you find the best spots for a memorable dining experience in the area. Let’s dive into the ultimate foodie escapade – because good times in Moab start with great bites!

The BEST Places to Eat in Moab

  1. Milt’s
  2. Moab Brewery
  3. The Blu Pig
  4. The Broken Oar
  5. Miguels Baja Grill
  6. Thai Bella

Milts

This is our favorite spot in Moab! Milt’s is the quintessential Moab dining experience, Milt’s Stop & Eat is an absolute must-visit. Established in 1954, this classic American diner serves up some of the best burgers, fries, and milkshakes in town. The retro vibe and friendly service make Milt’s a beloved local institution. Be sure to try their grass-fed beef burgers, perfectly crispy fries, and one of their legendary milkshakes. With outdoor seating available, you can enjoy your meal while soaking up the beautiful Moab scenery. It’s the perfect spot to refuel after a day of exploring the red rocks and canyons. RRA’s tip – order online or phone in your order.

Moab Brewery

The Moab Brewery is the place for a bit of adventure in craft beer sampling after a long haul on the trail or river. The brewery offers a wide selection (around 14) of delicious home brews. The establishment’s award-winning beer is not the only reason to sink into a chair and settle in at the brewery for the evening. Their delectable dishes are imaginative and delicious complements to the beer. Try the grilled artichokes, and anything that includes the applewood smoked bacon. It’s on everything, and that makes sense because it’s that good. It’s no wonder the Moab Brewery has become the most popular spot in town for the trail-weary set. Cooking from scratch, cold home brews in abundance. What else is there to want?

The Blu Pig

When you need to make up for lost calories, there’s The Blu Pig. It’s fair to say the ribs stand up to anything else claimed as the best barbeque in Utah. The Pig’s proprietors take great pride in their specialty rubs and brines and multiple scrumptious sauces. And, they just know-how. The years of experience show up in their slow smoking process and selection of local fruitwoods that take the flavor infusion to another level of barbecue. The tender meat is ideally moist and smoky. Their side dishes are mostly home recipes, all good. Come for the barbeque, stay for the only live music in Moab that’s available 7 nights a week. Make a night of it! The bar’s right there, and the whiskey selection is extensive.

The Broken Oar

The Broken Oar is authentic Moab; rustic, homey vibe, and superior service. The Broken Oar is the right place to satisfy a well-earned appetite with luscious, savory meats, barbeque favorites, and world-class burgers. Be sure to include the Oar’s signature Sweet Potato Fries. Gaze at the monumental menu of sandwiches, including that one with applewood smoked bacon piled on brisket piled on pulled pork. Yeah, that’s not for dieters. Give the Oar’s high-end versions of classic Tacos or Quesadillas a chance. You won’t regret it. The steaks are tender and overall pretty magical. But, many of us could just live happily on the cornbread with honey butter. Say hello to one of the best places to eat in Moab.

Miguels Baja Grill

Here’s where all the great seafood is hiding in Moab. And, wait for it — it’s also where some of the finest traditional Mexican food in the United States is made to order from scratch! Pick any beer brand from south of the border; they’ve got it. Or, relax with one of Miguel’s various specialty margarita selections. Miguel’s Baja Grill is known for using only the freshest ingredients and for providing an exceptional dining experience with a quaint Baja ambiance. So, just enjoy life while your favorite genuine Mexican cuisine is prepared for you from traditional recipes using timeless methods. ¡Que Comida!

Thai Bella

The chef at Thai Bella knows people need great Thai food gorgeously presented. Head straight for the lovely, relaxing outdoor dining patio. Go for the Khao-Soi, an adaptation of popular Thailand street foods. It’s egg noodles, in yellow curry sauce, and it’s topped with those crispy noodles, onion, cilantro, and your favorite meat option. Or, have the Roasted Duck. Oh, man! It’s half of a duck utterly perfectly cooked. You can have it topped with cashew nut sauce, or red curry, or Thai basil sauce, per your mood at the moment. Also, check out the Choo Chee curry sauce over chicken or shrimp, with its scrumptious side dishes. Or, just try anything featuring one of Bella’s array of different curry sauce recipes.

Red River Adventures – We Love Moab!

The adventure doesn’t end here. If you’re craving more excitement beyond the best places to eat in Moab, consider exploring Moab’s breathtaking landscapes with Red River Adventures. We provide Moab Utah’s most fun and exciting guided adventures. Red River is proud to guide hiking, Moab rafting, Moab rock climbing, Moab canyoneering, and other outdoor sports. For fun excursions or multiple days of exploring wilderness wonders, we know where Moab’s best experiences are to be had! Our guides are the best in Moab. Come see why we have over 1400 5-star reviews!

Red River Adventures has been repeatedly selected for the TripAdvisor Hall of Fame.

For information on guided adventure trips in amazing Moab, Utah, give us a call at 435-259-4046, or contact us online anytime.

The River People
Post Author
We strive to ensure that time spent with us is time that you will always look back on fondly. We want to leave you with a memories that bring a smile to your face no matter where you are, no matter what you are doing, and no matter how much time has passed. In addition to a deep reservoir of personal experience, our rafting guides are licensed by the state of Utah, have Wilderness First Responder and/or First Aid/CPR certifications, and are insured. Many guides also have swiftwater rescue training. Our climbing and canyoneering guides are AMGA-certified for the terrain in which they operate. Our skiing guides are certified for the terrain, and some are world-renowned for their experience. All of our guides are intimately acquainted with not only the river, rock and snow, but also with the incredible surroundings of the areas we guide.

River Rafting Reviews and Red River Adventure Testimonials!

Jacque Lake
google
Jacque Lake
June 26, 2025

Red river company was wonderful! Zero complaints and the guides were great but the actual route only hit level two and the rapids are far apart. Nothing the company could do to change that and all the team was excellent and respectful, kind, genuine and will make you laugh.

Maureen Rosner
google
Maureen Rosner
June 26, 2025

Beautiful rafting trip! Guides were wonderful 😁

Delice Bolotin
google
Delice Bolotin
June 24, 2025

Guides were very good about explaining everything and making sure people were safe. Had a great time. Savannah was terrific.

Phoebe Schroeder
google
Phoebe Schroeder
June 24, 2025

This was my girls’ (10 & 7) first rafting experience and they’re ready for more! Due to high winds it was the most I’ve ever had to paddle, but that’s obviously no fault of anyone. We did the fisher’s towers half day trip that was recommended on their website for ages 5+. It was very tame and if your kids are adventurous I would consider looking at some other sections. That being said, our guide Jonathon did a wonderful job keeping the kids entertained as he challenged them to a couple of games. They enjoyed sitting on the front of the raft and how much fun they were having was apparent in their similes. Thank you!

Juan Carlos Millon
google
Juan Carlos Millon
June 24, 2025

This was our first time canyoneering and Nate made my daughters and I feel very safe during the entire process. We had some much fun, got over some fears and loved every second. Highlight our our trip to Moab. Thank you Red river adventures.

Brian Kohnlein
google
Brian Kohnlein
June 23, 2025

The half day tour was so much fun! The guides were great.

Jessica Mancill
google
Jessica Mancill
June 23, 2025

Our guide Savannah was fun and engaging. She was confident in leading us through the rapids. We had a great time!

Allie McIntire
google
Allie McIntire
June 23, 2025

I have done the half day rafting trip twice, and have had a great experience both times! The guides know what they are doing and make it super fun!

Carla Richey
google
Carla Richey
June 23, 2025

We had a great half day trip rafting! Our guide Anna was friendly and the whole staff was fun and knowledgeable. The half day trip was the right amount for our kids aged 7-15 who had never rafted before.

E J
google
E J
June 23, 2025

Had an amazing trip up to the Longbow Arch with Mary as our guide. She was incredibly knowledgeable about rope systems, climbing, and the area’s history. She was very encouraging and helped one of our team fight through her fears and repel 140ft on her first time. Our whole group rated the trip as. 10-10.

Carissa S
google
Carissa S
June 23, 2025

Amazing canyoneering trip with our 3 kids! Chase was so helpful & informative, and made our trip a blast.

Amy Norris
google
Amy Norris
June 22, 2025

Great day and amazing staff! Was a very fun experience

Colleen Ranieri
google
Colleen Ranieri
June 22, 2025

Chase guided my fiancé and I through the Rock of Ages Canyoneering hike and he was a wonderful guide! We were new to rapelling, but we felt safe with him the entire time. He was also very upbeat, polite, and provided us with great recommendations for the area for our visit. Would book again with Chase!

Robert James
google
Robert James
June 22, 2025

Chase was a wonderful and informative guide. We had a phenomenal time with the difficult hike, which was a blast. We got excellent coaching throughout the process. A great time, beautiful views, but maybe not so much for the faint of heart!!

Nick Boyce
google
Nick Boyce
June 22, 2025

Great family friendly trip, did the 1/2 day morning trip. All the guides were super friendly and helpful.

Bill G
google
Bill G
June 21, 2025

Adam was an amazing guide funny, patient, with teaching new repellers and amazing with kids

Sheila Frost
google
Sheila Frost
June 21, 2025

Great intro to white water rafting. Our 9 year old had a blast. Staff were friendly and genuine. I highly recommend!

im_maya
google
im_maya
June 20, 2025

We had so much fun and our guides were super chill!

MEgan Z
google
MEgan Z
June 20, 2025

We had John as our tour guide, he was great! Great attention to details, he made sure we were safe and taken care of! He had a great time talking with him down the river. 10/10 recommend especially for families

Kristy Jones (Smiley)
google
Kristy Jones (Smiley)
June 20, 2025

Sebastian was a great guide. We had a blast! It was a perfect first rafting trip for our family.

Stephanie Younger
google
Stephanie Younger
June 19, 2025

Nate was our guide was he was amazing! He made us feel safe, comfortable and showed us a great time. He was so patient and kind and we left with having a great experience. Would recommend 100%!

Jeff Routsong
google
Jeff Routsong
June 19, 2025

Red River is a smooth professional operation! Their guides are friendly and very knowledgeable. They are well trained and make the trip fun. We did a half day there were 10 souls on the raft and we all survived. The organization. Was good and the put in and take out were efficient. They are a well oiled machine.

Alan Frost
google
Alan Frost
June 19, 2025

Savannah was amazing leading our boat of four bonafide nerds and two kids!!!

Jason Wauson
google
Jason Wauson
June 19, 2025

Tour was great. Very safe but also some adventure on the Colorado River. Our guide Emily was fantastic. Highly Recommend.

Brian Harper
google
Brian Harper
June 17, 2025

Full day white water rafting trip minus the white water, lol, which was not their fault. The guide was friendly, lunch was odd, scenery awesome. We just didn’t have any rapids which meant a fair amount of paddling.

Bruce Marion
google
Bruce Marion
June 17, 2025

Great people working here- very nice easy ride down the Colorado river. I would try to figure out a rope ladder or something to make it easy to get folks back into the raft after a swim though.

Rachel Sachs
google
Rachel Sachs
June 17, 2025

Our family had a blast rafting down the Colorado. The guides kept us entertained with funny stories and were great with the whole family.

Jennifer Brey
google
Jennifer Brey
June 16, 2025

Our guide Sam was great!! She made the trip so interesting and fun for the kids!

Barry Lunt
google
Barry Lunt
June 16, 2025

Great personal attention and care; also very friendly.

Laurent
google
Laurent
June 16, 2025

Très bonne expérience, bien organisée et avec des professionnels sympathiques, pour une demi-journée fun et en toute sécurité sur le Colorado.

Samantha Reese
google
Samantha Reese
June 16, 2025

It was absolutely amazing! They let us swim a bunch, the rapids were amazing, we found cool rocks and saw a bunch of animals. And our guides were so funny! 10/10 recommend!

Jared Southard
google
Jared Southard
June 15, 2025

In two consecutive days we went on the Fisher Towers river rafting tour (John was our guide and he was amazing) and the bow and arrow Canyon rappelling tour (Nathan was our guide and he was perfect for helping a couple of us with our fear of heights). needless to say, we are coming back and plan on asking to work directly with both of them again.

Whitney Palmer
google
Whitney Palmer
June 15, 2025

had so much fun!!!!

Sam Pfennigs
google
Sam Pfennigs
June 15, 2025

Tom was awesome! Highly recommend this trip!!

Nicole
google
Nicole
June 14, 2025

Nate was sweet and thorough.

Geoffrey Martin
google
Geoffrey Martin
June 14, 2025

John did a fine job for his first season

Adam Hochstedler
google
Adam Hochstedler
June 13, 2025

We did a 1/2 day rafting trip. Savanah was our raft guide and did an amazing job. All the staff was very friendly and informative. Our kids thoroughly enjoyed the trip and taking a swim in the river along the way. Thank you Rex River staff!

Natalie R
google
Natalie R
June 13, 2025

Erin was absolutely amazing, such a fun person to chat with and made the ride very enjoyable. The half day float was nice, with 4 fun rapids. If you’re expecting an intense or adrenaline filled float then this is not the one. We expected a little bit more but we still had a great time!!

David Holliday
google
David Holliday
June 13, 2025

Overall a fun excursion but would classify it as more of a float than white water rapid rafting. There were only 3-4 actual segments of rapids in the River, the rest was more leisurely floating while the guide pointed out scenic parts of the landscape. More ideal for families, even those with smaller children than for the more seasoned thrill seekers out there who probably would not find it as exciting.

Glenn Lazof
google
Glenn Lazof
June 12, 2025

Very fun Goid group. Great Guide. She made class 1 and 2 fun.

Darrell B
google
Darrell B
June 12, 2025

Had a great 1/2 day tour. Guide was great and very informative.

Chad Harris
google
Chad Harris
June 11, 2025

Karl and Mary delivered for our group of 37!! They divided us up into three groups and each group had such a great experience with their respective guides. They were very patient and professional. The day was amazing!! Thanks Red River canyonering!!

steve bayles
google
steve bayles
June 10, 2025

Great rafting day trip. Our guide Ann made sure the trip was fun experience for all.

Donna J
google
Donna J
June 10, 2025

Fantastic time. From start to finish. Fun. Everyone at Red River gave 110%. Lots of fun for myself and my 2 adult sons. Beautiful views. Good conversation. And a few rapids to keep it interesting.

Andy H
google
Andy H
June 10, 2025

Sophia was great. Very informative. Took good care of us.

Geoffrey Strong
google
Geoffrey Strong
June 10, 2025

it was our 1st time on a raft trip and our guide sophia made it fun and informative

Lynda Russo
google
Lynda Russo
June 9, 2025

This was an excellent experience and the only reason I gave them a 4 vs a 5 was because they forgot the gluten free wraps that were promised. (But anyone can make a mistake and we did still have something to eat). The guides were fun and informative and the views were nothing short of spectacular. I would highly recommend rafting down the river while visiting Moab. Be sure to wear/bring plenty of sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat and even a long sleeved water shirt as that sun is HOT!

Jill Landry
google
Jill Landry
June 9, 2025

Out guide, Jonathon, was great! We had such a fun time

Garetc Huffer
google
Garetc Huffer
June 9, 2025

We had a blast on our trip today! Our guide, Jenna, quickly became part of our group. She was very insightful and kept everyone informed and entertained. The actual half day on the water is about 1 and 1/2 hours but it was a very fun time.

Bethany Mozley
google
Bethany Mozley
June 9, 2025

We had such a fun time! Booked this trip for our family of four with a 14- and a 12- year old (first time rafting for the kids). The river was a little slower than expected at first, but when we hit the rapids and the kids got to "ride the bull," we had absolutely no regrets in booking this trip. Jenna was literally the best, and her wit, conversation, and awesome jokes had us rolling. Adam was everything we could have hoped for in a bus driver. We're so glad we took this opportunity. Thanks, Red River!!