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A colorful, delicious, family-owned Mexican restaurant serving Salt Lake City for 40 years. Unique, most award-winning, and venerable, located just west of downtown Salt Lake City and 15 minutes from the SLC airport on North Temple. The Cardenas family has proudly served authentic Mexican cuisine using traditional family recipes passed down through generations. Home to Utah’s most celebrated moles and signature dishes like Tacos Don Ramon, we’ve been voted Best Mexican Restaurant in Utah for 25+ consecutive years. Featured on Food Network’s Diners, Drive-ins and Dives with Guy Fieri. Experience the original OG location where it all began – worth the wait for killer Mexican food in a festive, casual atmosphere.
Bustling, family-run Mexican cafe serving signature mole plus traditional & gluten-free favorites.
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Address: 736 W North Temple St, Salt Lake City, UT 84116
Phone: (801) 322-1489
Website: https://www.rediguana.com/
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Carl Mazur
Absolutely the best enchiladas I’ve ever had! Yummm. The sauce was kinda sweet but had lots of flavor.
The rice and beans were so fresh and excellent!
I took my beans and rice and mixed them in with the sauce and oh boy it was fantastic!
I can’t wait to go back and try something new.
… moreThe rice and beans were so fresh and excellent!
I took my beans and rice and mixed them in with the sauce and oh boy it was fantastic!
I can’t wait to go back and try something new.
Aliza Brown
Looked up best restaurants in SLC and this was number one on a lot of websites. We went on a Saturday evening and there was a wait for a seat. It was short though, about 10 minutes. The host is outside the restaurant so you’ll check in with them and then wait outside to be called in. The food was amazing. The queso dip was some of the best. I had the king prawns and they were extremely filling! I couldn’t finish it all in a sitting. Their famous mole was also delicious. Our waiter was super fast and friendly. For such a busy restaurant the food came out in record time. Our appetizer came out in 10 minutes and the food about 3 minutes after that. The food was amazing. No wonder this place is crowded 24/7. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for Mexican food in SLC.
… moreSam
I recently discovered this wonderful Mexican restaurant in Utah, and I’m so glad I did! From the moment I walked in, I was greeted by incredibly nice and polite staff who made me feel right at home.
The food was absolutely delicious – authentic flavors that transport you straight to Mexico. But what really impressed me was the pricing – it’s incredibly reasonable for the quality and portion sizes you receive. In today’s economy, finding great food at awesome prices feels like striking gold!
The service was attentive without being overbearing, and the staff’s genuine warmth added so much to the dining experience. Whether you’re craving tacos, enchiladas, or any classic Mexican dish, this place delivers.
Highly recommend for anyone looking for delicious, authentic Mexican food with friendly service and wallet-friendly prices!
… moreThe food was absolutely delicious – authentic flavors that transport you straight to Mexico. But what really impressed me was the pricing – it’s incredibly reasonable for the quality and portion sizes you receive. In today’s economy, finding great food at awesome prices feels like striking gold!
The service was attentive without being overbearing, and the staff’s genuine warmth added so much to the dining experience. Whether you’re craving tacos, enchiladas, or any classic Mexican dish, this place delivers.
Highly recommend for anyone looking for delicious, authentic Mexican food with friendly service and wallet-friendly prices!
Minion Knight
I recently had the pleasure of dining at Red Iguana, and I can confidently say it was an exceptional experience from start to finish. The food was absolutely delicious, and every dish was cooked to perfection — flavorful, fresh, and satisfying. I was able to finish my entire plate, which is always a good sign of quality and portion size.
What truly set this visit apart, however, was the service. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive. Our waiter was patient, knowledgeable, and took the time to thoroughly explain the menu, ensuring we knew exactly what we were ordering. At no point was there a moment when our drinks or chips weren’t replenished — everything was consistently on point. Every time we needed anything, the staff responded promptly and courteously, making us feel valued and well taken care of throughout the meal.
The atmosphere of the restaurant was welcoming and comfortable, perfectly complementing the outstanding food and service. Every detail, from the presentation of the dishes to the attentiveness of the team, contributed to a seamless and enjoyable dining experience.
Overall, Red Iguana exceeded all expectations. For anyone looking for amazing Mexican cuisine paired with top-notch service, this is an absolute must-visit. Five stars without hesitation — a truly exceptional restaurant that I highly recommend.
… moreWhat truly set this visit apart, however, was the service. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive. Our waiter was patient, knowledgeable, and took the time to thoroughly explain the menu, ensuring we knew exactly what we were ordering. At no point was there a moment when our drinks or chips weren’t replenished — everything was consistently on point. Every time we needed anything, the staff responded promptly and courteously, making us feel valued and well taken care of throughout the meal.
The atmosphere of the restaurant was welcoming and comfortable, perfectly complementing the outstanding food and service. Every detail, from the presentation of the dishes to the attentiveness of the team, contributed to a seamless and enjoyable dining experience.
Overall, Red Iguana exceeded all expectations. For anyone looking for amazing Mexican cuisine paired with top-notch service, this is an absolute must-visit. Five stars without hesitation — a truly exceptional restaurant that I highly recommend.
Catherine Cole
The OMG we went here because this place was on diner’s driven’s and dives, and it did not disappoint. This was one of the best meals I’ve ever had and enjoyed thoroughly. Our waiter, Tony was extremely knowledgeable and patient. Because there’s so much on the menu that you can choose from. And would recommend this in heartbeat.
… moreJorge Garcia
, great food great atmosphere, Brenda our server was fantastic. We had a big group and we were taken care of right away. Brenda was so sweet and very good at her job. Just a wonderful place to eat.
… moreRachel Clement
This was an above average Mexican food place! The food wasn’t too filling, and the service was great. Even though I did like their food, it wasn’t anything special. Maybe I’ll go back one day and get something else though
… moreGitanshu Bhatia
Was visiting SLC with a few friends and got recommended this place. The food was so flavourful and filling. The salsa that came with the chips was tasty and spicy and the quesadillas were to die for. Lots of vegetarian option but actually tasty so I will definitely recommend it.
… moreNick V
Visited the Red Iguana on vacation this summer and had forgotten to leave a review!
If you’ve never been here, u need to go! The food is excellent and the staff was super friendly!
It was my 3rd time here and is a must-visit everytime I’m in SLC!
I dont think there’s a bad choice when it comes to the food. My party of 15 were all happy with their choices!
I live in Idaho and I cant wait to visit again!
… moreIf you’ve never been here, u need to go! The food is excellent and the staff was super friendly!
It was my 3rd time here and is a must-visit everytime I’m in SLC!
I dont think there’s a bad choice when it comes to the food. My party of 15 were all happy with their choices!
I live in Idaho and I cant wait to visit again!
Daniel Dahlhausen
Yeah this place is pretty excellent. You need to get the mole sampler or you are doing yourself a large disservice. They have so many great homemade recipe moles that just blow my mind… it was very hard to choose one.
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