Red Iguana
Salt Lake City, UT 84116
Phone: (801) 322-1489
Fax: (801) 322-4834
- Price:
- $$
- Cross Street:
- Best of Citysearch:
- Mexican Food 2006
- Hours:
- Mon-Thu 11am-10pm, Fri-Sat 11am-11pm, Sun 12pm-9pm
Message from Red Iguana
Specializing in Spanish, Mexican and pre-Hispanic cuisine.
- Daily Specials
- To Go Menu
- Catering
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Editorial Review for Red Iguana – by Bob King
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 with intricate flavors--is typical of the Oaxaca region of Mexico, served over turkey or chicken. Killer Nachos live up to their name, and the chili verde and chili Colorado are superior, but the moles and other Oaxacan specialties are the stars of the menu.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoWith no lobby, it gets a bit jammed on busy nights. Call ahead and get takeout: Food is prepared quickly.
What to DrinkCool your palate with a Tecate, Corona, Carta Blanca or an ice-cold margarita.
User Reviews for Red Iguana
12/01/2007 Posted by marichey
I intentionally wait to eat mexican cuisine until I can go here. This seating is a little tight, but I could care less. It's the best in Utah. Try it, try everything it's all wonderful. I go here at least twice a month and I am never disappointed.
11/14/2007 Posted by gotbeautyqueen
Mole! Mole! Mole! enough said. Well, ok....not enough said.....for a reason I cannot explain, RI has THE best chips and salsa in the whole wide world!
Pros: chips and mole
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful
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