In the beginning, Park City was a rough and tumble silver mining boom town. The mines came and went but a raucous bunch of folks stayed on to ski and carouse. From those rowdy beginnings sprang bodacious boutiques and artsy stuff. Seriously good restaurants and a string of spirited watering holes. Come to think of it, Historic Park City today is still a lot like it was back in the 1890’s – only now with cushier lodgings and much better coffee.

Oct. 2010: Historic Park City Un-chained

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You can find just about anything in Historic Park City, except for a chain restaurant.   Sorry, if your delicate palate only excepts  McDonalds, PF Chang’s or Denny’s, you’d better stop in Nuevo Park City—also known as Kimball Junction—on your way into town.   Already here, don’t despair.  It’s time to treat your stomach to some local fare.   Here’s  a chart to make it easy:

McDonalds try The Eating Establishment, Davanzas, Doolan’s Sports Bar, or The Wasatch Brew Pub.

Pizza Hut try Main Street Pizza and Noodle, Red Banjo, or Fat Kid Pizza.

TGI Fridays try Bistro 412, Flanagan’s, or High West Distillery.

Red Lobster try Riverhorse, 350 Main, or Jean Louis.

Olive garden try Callaway’s, Cisero’s, Café Terigo or Grappa

Denny’s try the Morning Ray, Main Street Deli, or Bridge Cafe.

Starbucks try Java Cow, Atticus, or Alpine Internet Café.          

Sizzler try Butcher’s  Chophouse or Prime Steakhouse.

Taco Bell try Zona Rosa, Reyes Adobe, or Chimayo.

Panda Express try Bangkok Thai, Shabu, Flying Sumo, or Wahso.

 Not enough choices check out our dining selector here.   Bon appetit!