Desert Star Restaurant

10/06/02

What a night!

by sawzage at Citysearch

This truly should be #1. An outing to this theatre can be the funnest night of your life! You'll laugh till you fall to the floor. It's fun for everyone, and you can eat at the same time you watch a show. The casts are wonderful and very talented!

• Pros: Atmosphere, Talent, Humor
• Cons: Tables are crowded

08/14/03

Hearty cowboy fare in a setting reminiscent of a 4th of July picnic.

by Contributor at Citysearch

The Scene
Decorating the barn-like dining room are old-time Western photos, patriotic bunting and a mural featuring a covered wagon. Meals are served at picnic tables covered with red-and-white checkered tablecloths, while country-western music plays in the background. It's the kind of place where servers call you "hon" and conversation may be interrupted by raucous birthday celebrations.

The Food
From a 6-oz tenderloin to a 2-lb porterhouse, grilled steaks dominate the menu. Fork-tender barbecue--chicken, pork ribs, smoked sausage--comes with extra sauce for dipping and a warm washcloth to wipe your sticky fingers. Fresh sourdough bread, a cup of chunky homemade soup or a mixed green salad (try the surprisingly spicy chipotle ranch dressing), and cumin-accented ranch beans accompany each entree. Baked potatoes are extra and fries are not available. Dessert choices are limited to apple and razzleberry cobblers or a brownie sundae, served warm with vanilla bean ice cream.

05/08/03

Best Steak for the Money

by SkyMtn at Citysearch

Not a lot of variety on the menu, but the steaks have always been excellent and the price absolutely can't be beat. Their steaks do seem to cook slightly to the 'well' side. Even my wife, who likes her steaks medium-well and can't stand pink meat thought she would get medium next time.

Seating is in the open, like at a 'Western Style' Cafe. Tables are actually picnic benches covered by red and white checkered table cloths. Benches are without back support.

The wait can be very long on weekends. I recommend reservations if you have a large group. Your family will be happy here. I often take 8 or 10 people at a time to this place.

While you are there, make plans to go see their Playhouse 'farce' that they run next door, especially on weekends. Buy tickets well in advance if you want good seats.

• Pros: Good Food, Fun atmosphere, Very Cheap for Steak
• Cons: Not a lot of variety, 'Western' seating, Often crowded

02/03/03

Great Family Fun!!!!!!

by Kent_Snyder at Citysearch

Finally, great comedy where you don't have to cover the kid's ears.

Every time I go, I come away with a side ache from laughing so hard.

• Pros: Family oriented, Funny, Affordable

01/30/03

Good stuff!

by stewdogg42 at Citysearch

This is a great place for steak!

I had the 12 oz. ribeye and my date had the half-rack of BBQ ribs. My ribeye was tender and cooked to perfection and had a good char-broiled flavor.

The ribs were tender and had generous amounts of meat on them. Both entrees were served with baked beans and veggies that were cooked just right. They weren't too crisp and weren't too soggy.

Our server was knowledgable, cheerful and prompt.

The best part was the prices. A similar steak at other steak places would have cost $14-$16 but at Desert Start it was only $11.99. I highly recommed this place to all! Enjoy!

Oh, you sit at picnic tables with a red checkered tablecloth so be prepared for that.

• Pros: excellent prices, hearty portions, great tasting food
• Cons: none

01/08/03

awesome fun

by qo2215a at Citysearch

I thought that the plays are fun and very silly. The servers were awesome and were very upbeat. It's got a wonderful family atmosphere and I love the audience interaction. I can't wait for the new show to start!

• Pros: silly, delicious food, people were great
• Cons: not enough space, the tables were small

12/13/02

Wowzers

by morgus_sporgus at Citysearch

This is such a cute place - perfect for dates. The shows are funny, it is interactive, the music is live, and great for all ages. Also, you can order and eat food as you watch the show. It was surprisingly really fun.

• Pros: Great date place, clean humor, food.....mmmm

12/12/02

B.E.S. - Your Best Bet

by elmerjayfudd at Citysearch

Best entertainment in the state! Fun and enjoyable for the entire family. A rustic type setting with all the features of the old west.

• Pros: Clean Humor, Audience participatio, Audience interaction
• Cons: Hard Seats

12/04/02

Surprisingly good!

by algernon99 at Citysearch

We didn't expect much from this homey-looking little place, but the food was amazingly good. The steaks were as good as any we've had at the higher-toned eateries around town--or better. And the prices are great.

• Pros: Excellent steaks, Fun atmosphere, Great prices

11/30/02

WISH I COULD RATE IT AS A 15

by cuda69luvr at Citysearch

THIS PLACE IS GREAT!! FOOD GREAT!!!! SERVICE GREAT!!!!!!!GREAT PRICE TOO!!!!!!

11/19/02

Hilarious!!!

by jenellen99 at Citysearch

Although the playhouse is LDS owned, it is great for anyone and everyone! I've been going to shows here for years and they only get better. It's a great time for families and freinds and I highly recommend it!

• Pros: great menu, clean fun, interactive
• Cons: don't serve alcohol