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The best restaurants to try in Bear Lake

Jul 11, 2024, 2:48 PM | Updated: Jul 12, 2024, 9:47 am

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This article about restaurants in Bear Lake is sponsored by the Bear Lake Convention & Visitors Bureau


Introduction

It’s nice to budget for dining out while you travel to experience the local culture of the place you’re visiting. Bear Lake’s food scene is diverse and growing, offering cuisine options throughout the region that will please the whole family. 

This list is by no means exhaustive, but here are a few highlights of some of the best restaurants to try the next time you visit Bear Lake, Utah. 

Best places to go for coffee

Crepes and Coffee

Crepe fans, rejoice! This European-style cafe with outdoor seating offers a variety of sweet and savory crepes. It’s also a great spot to grab a coffee, iced drinks, or smoothies. 

Details:

  • 235 North Bear Lake Blvd Garden City, UT 84028
  • Monday-Thursday 7 am-8 pm, Friday-Saturday 7 am-9 pm, Sunday 7 am-1 pm
  • Website

Moose Buns

Grab coffee, smoothies, and flavored cinnamon rolls to start your day right! This mom-and-pop coffee shop is open year-round and also has a mini golf course on the lot. 

Details:

  • 220 W 10 S Garden City, Utah 84028
  • Coffee shop open daily from 7 am-2 pm except Saturdays
  • Website

Best places to go for lunch

Summit Pizza

This local pizza shop offers not only tasty pizza but also a taste of history. Purchased in 1989, the shop got its name from the historic building, the Summit Hotel. You’ll have to taste it to see for yourself why it’s won so many “best of” awards year after year.  

Details:

  • 70 W. Logan Rd. Garden City, UT
  • Monday-Thursday 11 am-9 pm, Friday-Saturday 11 am-10 pm, closed Sundays.
  • Website

Ruca’s

This cafe in Bear Lake just might be your next true love. It serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with gourmet sandwiches and salads featuring fresh ingredients. Enjoy your meal in the outdoor seating area while you enjoy the scenery.  

Details:

  • 284 S Bear Lake Blvd Garden City, Utah 84028
  • Sunday-Thursday 8 am-3 pm, Friday-Saturday 8 am-4 pm
  • Website

Cody’s Gastro Garage 

Rev up your engines and get ready to launch! This restaurant is a local favorite, serving up classic American grub for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. 

Details:

  • 88 South Bear Lake Blvd Garden City, UT 84028
  • Monday-Friday 11 am-9 pm, Saturday 8 am-10 pm, Sunday 8 am-9 pm
  • Website

Best places to go for dinner

Campfire Grill

For an elevated dining experience fit for special occasions, Campfire Grill is a must-visit restaurant in Bear Lake. Serving breakfast and dinner, look forward to their menu of wood-fired pizzas, wagyu burgers, and other New American delights. 

Details:

  • 427 N. Paradise Parkway Garden City, UT 84028
  • Monday-Thursday 7:30-10:30 am, 5-9pm; Friday-Saturday 7:30-10:30 am, 5-10 pm; Sunday 7:30-10 am, 10:30 am-1 pm, 5-9 pm
  • Website

Cafe Sabor

Satisfy your urge for Mexican food with a menu serving fajitas, tacos, tamales, and more. 

Details:

  • 82 N. Bear Lake Blvd Garden City, UT 84028
  • Sunday-Wednesday 11 am-9 pm, Thursday-Saturday 11 am-10 pm
  • Website

Best places to go for raspberry shakes

Shawka’s Shake and Sodas

Shawka’s Shakes are some of the best in town. They serve the classic Bear Lake raspberry shake alongside specialty dirty sodas. 

Details:

  • 70 West Logan Road, Suite A Garden City, UT 84028
  • Monday-Thursday 12-9 pm, Friday-Saturday 11 am-10 pm, closed Sundays. 
  • Website

LaBeau’s

One of the most famous spots in Bear Lake to grab a raspberry shake, LaBeau’s has been serving the Bear Lake region with its summer treats for over 40 years. 

Details:

  • 69 N. Bear Lake Blvd Garden City, UT 84028
  • Monday-Thursday 11 am-10:30 pm, Friday 11 am-11 pm, Saturday 10:30 am-11 pm, closed Sundays.
  • Website

Conclusion

By dining out, you not only save time spent grocery shopping and preparing meals, but you also support the local economy in Bear Lake. We hope this dining guide to Bear Lake helps you plan your next trip and elevate your experience with your family.

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The best restaurants to try in Bear Lake