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Red Iguana

736 W North Temple
Salt Lake City, UT 84116
Phone: (801) 322-1489
Fax: (801) 322-4834
Red Iguana
Price:
$$
Cross Street:
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Mexican Food 2006
Hours:
Mon-Thu 11am-10pm, Fri-Sat 11am-11pm, Sun 12pm-9pm

Message from Red Iguana

Red Iguana

Specializing in Spanish, Mexican and pre-Hispanic cuisine.

  • Daily Specials
  • To Go Menu
  • Catering

The RED IGUANA specializes in traditional Spanish Mexican, and pre-Hispanic cuisine. We serve authentic mole sauces which were found on the table of ancient Aztec Emperors. Established since 1985, The Red Iguana is renowned locally and worldwide for its rich food and authentic atmosphere. Our menu offers pescado a la veracruzana (fresh fish of the day dusted with flour, paprika and sesame seeds, panfried and then simmered in a flavorful tomato sauce with jalapeno strips, garlic, onions, oregano, capers and green olives), mole amarillo (a spicy mole, chile guajillo, chile habanero, fresh vegetable and spices, sauteed and simmered served with chicken) and cochinta pibil (shredded roast pork loin basted with achiote lending a smoky delicious piquancy, served with black beans, rice and tortillas).

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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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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.

User Reviews for Red Iguana

Citysearch (50), Trip Advisor (1 ), All (51)

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

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.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

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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Editor's Review

Got mole on your mind? Broaden your horizons beyond the usual Tex-Mex.  See the full editorial review.

Insider 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.

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Restaurant Information

Parking

  • Lot

Hours

  • Mon-Thu 11am-10pm
  • Fri-Sat 11am-11pm
  • Sun 12pm-9pm

Payment Types

  • Discover
  • Visa
  • MasterCard
  • American Express

Cuisines

  • Mexican

Meal Price

  • $$

Recognition for Red Iguana

2006 Audience Winner - Mexican Food

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