Wasatch Brew Pub - Park City, UT

The other Utah brewery we stopped at was Wasatch Brew Pub. The large restaurant (with outdoor patio) and bar is found on Main Street in Park City, UT. Wasatch, led by its founder Greg Schirf, was a pioneer amongst Utah breweries and brew pubs. After years of competition, Wasatch partnered with Squatters to increase their combined market share and to showcase Utah beers to the world.




Left to right (all are 4% ABV):
1. Summer: This was a bready, dry, and light session beer. It was not really bitter. It was supposed to be Kolsch style.
2. Full Suspension Pale Ale: This was the hoppiest of the Wasatch beers we tried. It had a pale orange color, more taste, but still a light finish.
3. Polygamy Porter: This was the best amongst the 3 beers we tasted. It was slightly thinner style not heavy, with a trace of smoke, and a burnt and bitter coffee flavor.

Squatters IPA ($4.95, 6% ABV): This was citrusy, light pine nose, subtle IPA hoppiness but not over the top. We really liked this one, because it was a full IPA but still almost session style.

Wasatch Brew Pub is located at 205 S Main Street.

Easy Street Bakery - Park City, UT

The great part about visiting Park City, UT in the summer is the lack of huge crowds. It's easy to get-around and check out a lot of the food places that would otherwise be packed during the ski season and Sundance film festival.

Lots of baked goods!

We got the Blueberry Muffin ($2.71) that was pretty good - loved the crumby bits!

Easy Street Bakery and Coffee Shop at the Sky Lodge is located at 201 Herber Ave in Park City, UT.

Squatters Pub and Brewery - Beer in Utah?

Because we live in NYC, it's not often that we can find a bar/restaurant that's brightly-lit, clean, and features a large menu that lists both burgers and tempeh!

Squatters Pub and Brewery in Park City, Utah features regular meat-loving entrees alongside vegan and vegetarian dishes and its full roster of beers. It is also environmentally friendly with biodegradable take-out and condiment containers, paper straws, and using wind power.

The concept seems to have worked well - the restaurant was fairly busy with a mixed clientele of various ages (families, couples, and groups of friends).

Utah beers (yes, Utah serves beer!) from Squatters and Wasatch Brewery.

6 Beer Sampling ($4.49): Overall the beers are light (4% ABV) and some are a little sweet like the wheat beer, but that's the style here.

Classic American Burger ($7.99): Made with Niman Ranch (renowned natural meats that are hormone & antibiotic free, humanely raised, and sustainable farming & ranching practices) 100% ground chuck, lettuce, onion, and tomato. It was juicy and perfectly cooked.

Black and Tan ($3.79 for a 1/3 liter): A mix of Squatter's Evolution Amber and Captain Bastard's Oatmeal Stout.

Captain Bastard's Oatmeal Stout ($4.79 for 1/2 liter): On it's own, it's a little light for a stout, but still drinkable at 4% ABV.

Stout BBQ Buffalo Burger ($11.99): a half pound free-range King Canyon buffalo burger, cheddar, Captain Bastard's Oatmeal Stout BBQ Sauce topped with crisp onion straws. Buffalo can be a tough meat, but this burger was nice and tender.

Chef's Veggie Burger ($8.99): A grilled patty made with roasted veggies, garbanzo beans, rice and oats, topped with avocado and hummus. It was hearty and fresh.

Garlic Fries: Crispy and full of garlic flavor without being too greasy.

Squatters Pub and Brewery is located at 1900 Park Ave in Park City, UT.

Chimayo - Elk in Park City, UT

While we were planning this vacation in Park City, UT, we asked around for dinner recommendations. We decided to check out Chimayo because of everyone's rave reviews about this Southwestern restaurant.

Even during the slower summer months, Chimayo was one of the more popular spots. The decor is rustic and the atmosphere was festive and casual.





We loved the dressing (like a very light, not spicy, mayonnaise made with cilantro, jalapeno, garlic, olive oil) with the bread.

Ceviche de la Casa ($16): shrimp, scallops and fish marinated in lemon and lime juice
tossed with fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, shallots, sweet onions, serrano chiles and seasoned with cilantro. It was a beautiful presentation (we like the cheesy crisp). It tasted like a strong Bloody Mary or Clamato with fresh seafood and a tangy bite (from the cilantro, garlic, and lime). The dish was good, but maybe on the pricey side.

London Broil of Elk ($40): Seasoned with toasted black peppercorns and sesame seeds. Accompanied with a potato and cheddar quesadilla (with fresh tomato salsa) and asparagus. The elk was finished with a green chili béarnaise. This was the highlight of our meal! The meat was tender and flavorful. The bearnaise sauce was good - not too heavy and a little sweet. The asparagus was crisp and perfectly cooked. We loved the tomato salsa because it added a freshness to the dish.

Grilled Buffalo Flank Steak ($40): Topped with wild mushrooms and served with corn-poblano potato gratin. The buffalo was finished with a red chili sauce. This was an earthy and hearty dish. The gratin was good (a little too cheesy). The (large) steak was perfectly prepared and the mushrooms were delicious!

Chimayo is located at 368 Main St in Park City, UT.

Cow's - Park City, Utah

We were surprised to find Cows ice-cream shop here in Park City, UT. We recognized this Prince Edward Island-based from our childhood trips to Niagara-on-the-Lake in Ontario. It's a fun store with all kinds of cow-themed merchandise available for sale.

Tons of ever-changing flavors.

House-made waffle cones that come with your ice-cream purchase.

We got the java chip and the Baileys Chip ($4.75). Both were creamy and crunchy (from the chocolate chips). We love the eggy and fresh taste of the cone.

Cows is located at 402 Main St. in Park City, Utah. It's a fun, kid-friendly, nostalgic spot. Connected to the ice-cream shop is Cows' coffee shop with adult food (e.g. sandwiches) and free WiFi.

Main Street Pizza & Noodle - Park City, Utah

After a 5-hour plane ride, and driving up from Salt Lake City into higher altitudes, we were tired and famished. We drove into Park City and headed straight to Main St - the "downtown" area with cute (albeit touristy) shops and restaurants.

Hot and Spicy Southwest Burrito Pizza ($21.99, 16" large):
This pizza is topped with jalapeno peppers, red onions, mozzarella and cheddar cheese, cilantro, and fire-roasted chilies. It comes with a side of salsa, sour cream, and guacamole.

The pizza was good, but pricey. It was spicy from the peppers and fresh from the onions and cilantro. The chicken was a little dry. It had all the components of a burrito, but was not as heavy.

Main Street Pizza & Noodle is located at 530 Main St in Park City, UT.