From Deseret News archives:
Utah restaurants are garnished with top Dining Awards
There were cheers, tears, a few standing ovations and even a Cuba Gooding Jr.-type acceptance speech by Ponpawit Numnuan of Pawit's Royale Thai Cuisine. The exuberant restaurateur was determined to get in the last word, despite the the orchestra playing and the audience applauding to signal that his five ... 10 ... or was it 15? minutes were up.
There were a few new categories this year, including a Hall-of-Fame designation for restaurants that consistently win year after year. Mazza and Red Iguana were inducted. The top restaurant in Salt Lake City also won for best Italian: Cucina Toscana.
The magazine also invited readers to cast their vote for a favorite restaurant, and Bombay House was the top choice.
The March issue of the magazine will feature all the winners, for those who want to know more about why they were chosen. Here's the list. How many have you visited?
Best Ambience: Log Haven
Best American Fine Dining: Glitretind at Stein Eriksen Lodge in Park City
Best Bakery: Crumb Brothers Bakery in Logan
Best Breakfast: Ruth's Diner in Emigration Canyon
Best Brewpub: Red Rock Brewing Company
Best Brunch in Salt Lake City: Garden Cafe at the Grand America
Best Comfort Food: Gateway Grille in Kamas
Best Undiscovered, Canyons: Spin City in Heber City
Best Chinese: Szechuan Garden
Best Fusion: Shabu in Park City
Best Indian: Himalayan Kitchen
Best Italian: Cucina Toscana
Best Restaurant in Salt Lake City: Cucina Toscana
Best Japanese: Takashi
Best Lunch in Park City: Cafe Terigo
Best Lunch in Salt Lake City: Cafe Trio Downtown
Best Mexican: Tarahumara in Midway
Best Middle Eastern: Reef's Kitchen in Park City
Best Quick Eats: Greek Souvlaki No. 1
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