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(801) 322-1489
736 W North Temple
(Around Town)
Salt Lake City,
UT
84116
40.771527
-111.91229
Neighborhood: Fairpark
Years in business
Established in 2002
Hours:
Mon-Thu 11am-10pm
Fri-Sat 11am-11pm
Sun 12pm-9pm
Price:
$$
Last updated 8.23.11
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What People Are Saying About Red Iguana
Featured Review
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The Scene – Waiters weave between the tables, while the buzz of happy diners and rock music adds to the clatter from the kitchen. Folks come here to feast rather than to seal a business deal. It's also a favorite of grad students. – – The Food – The menu features regional Mexican fare with complex flavors. Seven moles are among the entrees that extend the menu back to the Aztec roots of Mexican cuisine. The enchiladas poblanas are savory and delicious--two cheese enchiladas smothered in a rich red sauce and topped with avocado slices. Mole negro--a deep-colored sauce…
Editor's Tips
- Know Before You Go:
- With no lobby, it gets a bit jammed on busy nights. Call ahead and get takeout: Food is prepared quickly.
- What to Drink:
- Cool your palate with a Tecate, Corona, Carta Blanca or an ice-cold margarita.
10/01/11
Only Mexican Food
by Brian Microbman at Citysearch
This is the only Mexican restaurant we need here. Coming from Arizona, I am pretty darn picky and this restaurant never ceases to deliver. Their moles are amazing and the staff is so friendly!
07/11/11
Arguably the best Mexican food in Utah
by withinmyskin at Citysearch
This restaurant can get quite busy, but it's worth the wait. The first time you go you should definitely ask to sample the mole sauces and they'll bring you a plate with small samples of 5 or 6 of the 8 or so moles they serve.
I'm vegetarian and would suggest either the enchiladas which come with a lovely mole on top, or the vegi fajitas which come out on a sizzling platter along with fresh flour tortillas, guacamole, pico de gallo, and sour cream. I suggest ordering a side of rice and beans with this and sharing it with someone.
My mom and dad have tried many of the non-vegetarian items on the menu and say they loved everything they have tried
06/04/11
Just OK
by parkcitycritique at Citysearch
I don't see what all the fuss is about. It was ok I guess. Definitely not worth waiting for an hour to eat
12/08/10
Excellent Food, and Reasonable Prices!
by AllOverAgain at Citysearch
This is a great restaurant! It's a diner, and the food has a great flavor. Prices are a little higher than your typical "Mexican" restaurant but the wait staff, and food was very tasty. I'm typically not a fan of Mexican food, but I have to put this on my list as one place I will return to. We had a great lunch and recommend going not during lunch rush so you can be seated faster.
08/19/10
AMAZING!!!!!!!!!
by Loves2Dance at Citysearch
I am originally from California and part hispanic...so needless to say I have high standards when it comes to Mexican food... This place was AMAZING. There were a ton of people waiting for a table but it only took about 10mins to get seated. Our waitress was great, always there when you needed her but never when you didnt. I ordered a margarita which was STRONG, i enjoyed that lol. They did mess up the order a bit but as soon as i mentioned it our waitress got it fixed. After that a manager stopped by to check on us and I was justvery impressed. And for those of you who dont know The Red Iguana was on an episode of DIners, Drives and Dives on the Food Network. Even the prices here are great. I will go back there any day
