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Utah's Top Margarita Spots: Where to Sip and Celebrate

Classic margarita with a lime slice on the rim, set on a rustic bar counter.

Classic margarita with a lime twist. Cheers! 🍹

The margarita could be the perfect cocktail, not only because of its refreshing combo of ingredients, but because most margaritas are poured in the spirit of celebration. Whether it’s at an outdoor restaurant on a sunny Saturday afternoon or shared with your best friends during a night out, margaritas always bring good vibes. Here are the best places to get them in Utah.


The Red Iguana, Salt Lake City, UT

One of Utah’s most beloved restaurants, the Red Iguana has taken on mythic proportions over the years, and only continues to grow in popularity. If you want to experience some of the restaurant’s state-famous moles and margaritas, you’ll want to make a reservation at least a week in advance. Given the sheer scale of this restaurant, the size of its margarita menu is unsurprising. If you’re unsure what to order, Red Iguana’s bar menu has a list of “tried and true” margaritas, all of which are sure to please.

El Chihuahua, Salt Lake City, UT

Started by two Mexican immigrants, El Chihuahua is a landmark Salt Lake City restaurant with a massive following and an almost overwhelmingly large menu. That said, after trying one menu item, it is very likely you will return to try another. The same can be said for El Chihuahua’s drinks menu, which will be given to you upon request at the restaurant. El Chihuahua’s margaritas are refreshing, fun, and topped with a mini rubber ducky.

Chimayo, Park City, UT

Chimayo doesn’t claim to be a Mexican restaurant, but a Southwestern restaurant instead. What this means is that Chimayo can serve up delicious Mexican food without exclusively serving Mexican food, or without serving what would be considered completely “authentic” Mexican food. And as great as authentic Mexican food is, Chimayo is a testament to the fact that Mexican flavors can also inspire an amalgam of nuanced and innovative dishes. In addition to delicious food, Chimayo also creates tantalizing margaritas, which are considered by many to be the best margaritas in all of Park City.

Taqueria 27, Salt Lake City, UT

Another Salt Lake City establishment, Taqueria 27 is a “modern taqueria” with its own “interpretations of Latin American street food.” With three locations in the Salt Lake City environs, Taqueria 27 has taken Salt Lake Valley by storm, and for good reason: its tacos are one-of-a-kind and extremely addictive. The same could be said for Taqueria 27’s alcoholic beverages, of which the margarita is surely the most popular.

Don Pedro’s Family Mexican Restaurant, Multiple locations

With three locations in Southern Utah (Washington, St. George, and Springdale), Don Pedro’s Family Mexican Restaurant’s margaritas are some of the best. Especially after a long day in the desert heat, hiking around Utah’s national parks, a Don Pedro margarita will surely hit the spot.

La Cocina, Salt Lake City, UT

La Cocina is affordable Mexican food done right. One look at its monstrous portion sizes and you may want to consider sharing an entrée with your dinner partner.

Cafe Sabor, Multiple locations

Cafe Sabor is a fun-loving, family restaurant with locations in Idaho and Utah. While most Utah locations are in Northern Utah (e.g. Bear Lake, Logan, and Layton), Cafe Sabor also has a location in St. George. This place is great spot for a classic margarita. You’ll never be let down.

Key Insights at a Glance

  • The Red Iguana: A legendary Utah spot famous for its mole and margaritas, with a long menu of "tried and true" options you'll want to reserve ahead for.
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  • El Chihuahua: This beloved local landmark serves playful margaritas topped with a mini rubber ducky alongside a massive menu of Mexican favorites.
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  • Chimayo: Known for innovative Southwestern cuisine, Chimayo also crafts some of the best margaritas in Park City—perfect with their creative dishes.
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  • Taqueria 27: With three locations, this modern taqueria serves unique Latin-inspired eats and wildly popular margaritas that keep the crowds coming back.
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  • Don Pedro's Family Mexican Restaurant: After a day exploring southern Utah's parks, nothing hits the spot like a refreshing Don Pedro's margarita, served across Washington, St. George, and Springdale.
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  • La Cocina: Affordable, satisfying Mexican dishes and generously sized margaritas make La Cocina a go-to spot for casual dining and drinks.
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  • Cafe Sabor: This lively family restaurant in northern Utah and St. George promises dependable, classic margaritas perfect for any occasion.

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