What should I order at Rustler's Restaurant?
Rustler's Restaurant
Rainbow Trout
Mentioned multiple times as fresh, lightly seasoned to let natural flavors shine, and considered the best trout by one reviewer. A must-try dish.
Seasoned Fries
Frequently praised as the best part of meals by several reviewers, including as a side to various dishes and specifically noted as housemade and cooked just right.
Pork Ribs
Described as delicious with large portion sizes, recommended for dinner and praised by multiple diners.
Chipotle Pasta
Called amazing by a reviewer and highlighted along with other dinner items as very tasty with great vegetable sides.
Breakfast Omelets
Highly recommended for breakfast for being fresh, flavorful, perfectly cooked, and a great way to start the day.
Pancakes
Recommended as delicious breakfast fare and part of a highly praised breakfast experience.
Philly Cheese Steak
Described as amazing by a reviewer, paired with seasoned fries, and enjoyed as a hearty meal for hungry hikers.
Biscuits and Gravy
Mentioned as so-so by one reviewer but also described as homemade and tasty by another, indicating it is a notable breakfast option.
Blueberry Pie
Recommended as a dessert to complete meals, described as delicious by diners.
Apple Caramel Nut Pie
Described as amazing and a standout dessert option.
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM to 9 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7 AM to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM to 9 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM to 9 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM to 9 PM |
About Rustler's Restaurant
Rustler's Restaurant is a restaurant in Tropic, Utah, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert with comfort food, coffee, beer, wine, and vegetarian options. Reviewers consistently praise the quick service, fresh food, and large portions, especially for travelers visiting Bryce Canyon National Park. It is described as a practical stop on the main road with free parking and a family-friendly setup. The dining room is indoor seating with table service, and some reviewers note it is more comfort dining than fine dining.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Crowd
- Family-friendly
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Checks
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked questions
What is Rustler's Restaurant known for?
Rustler's Restaurant is especially known for hearty comfort food like rainbow trout, Dutch oven chicken, and the Cowboy Dinner with dutch oven potatoes. Reviewers also call out the quick service and generous portions, which make it a popular stop near Bryce Canyon in Tropic.
What dishes are most recommended at Rustler's Restaurant?
Reviewers most often recommend the rainbow trout, pork ribs, chipotle pasta, fried shrimp with sweet potato fries, and the Dutch oven chicken dinner. Breakfast items like omelets, waffles with fresh fruit, biscuits and gravy, and the croissant breakfast sandwich also come up, though opinions on the breakfast value are mixed.
What is the atmosphere like at Rustler's Restaurant?
The atmosphere is described as casual, spacious, and more like comfort dining than fine dining, with indoor seating and table service. It works well for families and groups, and several reviews mention friendly staff and a quick, welcoming experience after a day at Bryce Canyon.
Is Rustler's Restaurant good value, and what is the price range?
The listed price range is $20 to $30, and several reviewers say the food is reasonably priced and good value, especially given the large portions and the lack of many nearby options in Tropic. A few breakfast diners felt the cost was high for the quality, so value seems stronger on the dinner menu than on some breakfast orders.
When is the best time to visit Rustler's Restaurant?
One useful tip is to go early if you want breakfast, because a reviewer missed the breakfast cutoff by just a few minutes and had to switch to lunch. Another reviewer noted that arriving around 4:15 p.m. allowed them to order from either the lunch or dinner menu, which can be helpful if you want more choices.
Is parking available at Rustler's Restaurant?
Yes. Free parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Rustler's Restaurant have vegetarian options?
Yes, Rustler's Restaurant offers vegetarian options.
Is Rustler's Restaurant kid-friendly?
Yes, Rustler's Restaurant is good for kids.
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