Asian & Pacific Rim

Asian Buffet -- 101 N. West State Rd., American Fork. This buffet serves up sushi and grill, walnut shrimp and many choice Chinese dishes. 756-7693.

Bamboo Hut -- 2304 N. University Pkwy, Provo. Authentic Hawaiian Grill serving tempura chicken, teriyaki steak, kalua pork and hula noodle salad. 655-1911.

Bangkok Grill -- 338 E. 800 South, Orem, 434-8424. An authentic take on Thai cuisine in a restaurant styled to look like Thailand. Patrons can even sit on the "floor" while enjoying pad thai. 434-8424.

Bangkok Tokyo -- 3368 N. University Ave., Provo. Mostly Thai dishes here, with a few Japanese offerings and several shrimp dishes thrown in for good measure. 370-0707.

Bombay House -- 463 N. University Ave., Provo. One of Provo's trendiest and most unique dining experiences. The flavorful curry and varieties of fresh chutney are not to be missed. 373-6677.

Chen's Noodle House -- 435 E. 1150 South, Orem. Pho Noodle Soup, Stir Fried Beef Flate Rice Noodle and Pan Fried Noodle dishes are specialties with pork, beef, vegetable, tofu, shrimp and chicken varieties. 225-8883.

China Bowl Restaurant -- 75 S. State St., Orem. Inexpensive prices -- especially the lunch specials -- make China Bowl a quick stop-over for a Chinese food fix. 224-9488.

China Garden Restaurant -- 1425 S. State St., Provo. This Mandarin and Szechwan restaurant offers specialties such as Cashew Chicken, Orange Peel Chicken, Mongolian Beef and Szechwan shrimp, pork, chicken or beef. 373-7203.

The China Café -- 160 S. Main St., Springville. Enjoy traditional Chinese staples like chow mein at this sit-down restaurant. 489-7585.

China Isle Restaurant -- 323 S. 500 East, American Fork. 756-9118

China Light Café -- 648 E. State Road, American Fork. Variety is the main menu at this restaurant. Options run from sweet-and-sour chicken and egg rolls to mom's Southern country fried steak. 756-6560.

China Lily Restaurant -- 133 S. State St., Lindon. Popular Chinese restaurant with a homey, local feel serves all the staples from General Tso's Chicken to the more exotic Peking Duck. 796-9666.

China Wok -- 5435 W. 11000 North, Highland. Specialties include General Txo Chicken (with broccoli, spicy sauce); Shrimp with Mixed Vegetables and Pineapple Chicken. 492-8006.

Chinatown Restaurant -- Corner of 300 South and 700 East, Provo. Takeout and delivery (within a three-mile radius) are available for those who crave the chef's specials: hot beef, shrimp and popular orange chicken. 373-7699.

Chinese Gourmet -- 1428 N. State St., Orem. This huge Chinese buffet has all the usual fare, plus salad bar, pudding and desserts. 426-9665.

Demae Japanese Restaurant -- 82 W. Center St., Provo. In downtown Provo, Demae is one of the few places in the valley to enjoy Japanese cuisine. 374-0306.

Eastern Buffet -- 175 N. Freedom Blvd., Provo. This all-you-can-eat Chinese buffet serves fried rice, egg rolls, sweet and sour chicken, sushi, Mongolian barbecue and soups. Cake, cookies, soda and juice are also available for those with a sweet tooth. 356-8866

First Wok -- 1425 S. State St., Provo. The popular egg-flour soup is just the start of a variety of menu selections. Open for lunch and dinner. 373-7203.

Flaming Wok -- 575 E. University Pkwy., Orem. Located in the University Mall, this restaurant offers a predictable selection of fast-food Chinese dishes. 224-8890.

Fortune Chinese Restaurant -- 366 N. University Ave., Provo. Good fortune becomes "all you can eat" with a variety of meat, fish and vegetarian items served up daily. Food for the whole family. 377-6868.

Great China Restaurant -- 380 E. University Pkwy., Orem. This functional buffet is always busy at lunchtime. The prices are low, and the soft drinks are included. 224-2238.

Happy Sumo Sushi Bar & Restaurant -- 4801 N. University Ave. Shops at Riverwoods, Provo. Trendy restaurant features substantial selection of sashimi, nigiri and maki rolls, as well as an extensive menu of cooked Japanese selections. 225-9100.

Hibachi San -- 575 E. University Pkwy., Orem. Japanese fast food chain restaurant serves tasty entrees with rice or noodles. Located in the University Mall. 221-1288.

Hunan City -- 852 Expressway Lane, Spanish Fork. Boilerplate Chinese offerings like chow mein and lo mein, as well as several seafood dishes. 798-6571.

India Palace -- 98 W. Center St., Provo. Authentic Indian food with a nice atmosphere. Serves chicken, lamb and beef dishes with rice and some amazing mango ice cream. 373-7200.

L&L Hawaiian Barbecue -- 158 W. 1230 North, Provo. This island-themed, fast-food restaurant is the first one in the state; others are in Las Vegas and Hawaii. 818-2888

Lee's Restaurant -- 426 E. State Road, Pleasant Grove. You want lo mein, he wants top sirloin. Get 'em both at Lee's, a Chinese restaurant that also serves steaks, halibut, veal and the like. 785-2777.

Lotus Garden Restaurant -- 56 W. Center St., Provo. Buffet dining for lunch and dinner serves up favorites and proves there is something for everyone. Drinks included. 374-0753.

LQ Chinese Gourmet -- 1428 N. State Street, Orem. 426-9665

Matiki Island BBQ -- 48 W. 300 North, Orem. This Polynesian restaurant offers barbecued short ribs, beef, chicken and kalua pork. There's also a Polynesian special every Friday. 225-1663.

Mongolian Grill -- 484 S. 1750 West, Springville, 491-8088. Build your own Asian dish and have it cooked before your eyes. Also choose from many traditional Chinese entrees.

Nutrition Plus Gourmet Chinese -- 163 W. 400 North, Orem. Traditional Chinese food with no sugar or preservastives and loaded with fresh, steamed or stir-fried vegetables. Offers lunch and early dinner until about 7 p.m. Catering and delivery are available for groups of 10 or more.

Osaka Japanese Restaurant -- 46 W. Center St., Provo. All the components of great Japanese cuisine: miso soup, tempura, sushi and a variety of delightful entrees. Great lunch prices. 373-1060.

P.F. Chang's China Bistro -- 575 E. University Pkwy., Orem (University Mall). This sleek, trendy chain restaurant has long lines on the weekends, with diners waiting to enjoy the restaurant's tasty house sauce, lettuce wraps and Chinese staples. Vegetarians will love the ample selection of tofu dishes. 426-0900.

Rice King -- 278 W. Center St., Provo. How spicy do you want it? This quick, fresh and inexpensive restaurant will cater your dish to your tastebuds. Tofu is also an option. 818-2278.

Rice King Express -- 127 E. Main, Lehi. 766-5988.

Rumbi Island Grill -- 299 E. University Pkwy., Orem. Utah restaurant pays homage to surf culture with light, sweet tropical fare. Choose from among salads, sandwiches and rice dishes -- or order a pina colada. 655-1164.

Saigon Cafe -- 440 W. 300 South, Provo. Chinese and Vietnamese dishes combine to make for a very affordable meal. Don't forget to check out the buffet and specials. 812-1173.

Saisavanh Authentic Thai Cuisine -- 86 S. Main St., Payson. A wide range of Thai dishes from fish cakes to the ever ubiquitous pad thai. Try the Thai iced tea, the Thai coffee or the coconut juice. 465-8485.

Sakura Japanese Steak House -- 171 W. University Parkway, Orem. Your meal is prepared before your eyes on a large grill. Your table's chef throws in a little entertainment with your meal. 426-5588.

Sam Hawk Korean Restaurant -- 660 N. 200 West, Provo. The ginger chicken trademarks the assortment of purely Korean cuisine and entrees. Don't forget to check out the lunch specials. 377-7766.

Shoots -- 4801 N. University Ave., Suite 820, Provo. This hip restaurant in the Shops at Riverwoods serves traditional Chinese cuisine as well as several chef specialties, like lettuce wraps and Honey Roasted Walnut Chicken. 225-0445.

Sweet's Luau Restaurant -- 711 W. Columbia Lane, Provo. Start your day with a Hawaiian-style breakfast, or cap it off with mouth-watering Polynesian barbecued-chicken and rice. 374-0000.

Sushi Ya -- 1545 S. State St., Orem. More than 40 types of All-you-can-eat sushi rolls and nigiri, along with other japanese cuisine. 225-7760.

Swagat Indian Restaurant -- 664 N. Freedom Blvd., Provo. Homemade Indian food, including chicken, lamb and beef dishes and several breads. Also try the mango or rose-flavored yogurt drinks. 377-3776.

Tepanyaki Japanese Steakhouse -- 1240 N. State St., Provo. This restaurant offers a sort of dinner theater, where chefs prepare the main course on a flaming grill at patrons' tables. See if you can catch the shrimp in your mouth. 374-0633.

Tepanyaki Japanese Steakhouse -- 72 N. 850 East, Lehi. 653-2988.

Thai Chili Gardens -- 430 W. 800 N., Orem. Family-owned and operated restaurant features authentic Thai cuisine such as Pad Thai. Choose from among six curry dishes, egg rolls, Thai noodle soup and fried rice. 724-9894.

Thai Kitchen -- 283 E. 300 South, Provo. Thai restaurant features several different curries, as well as traditional Pad Thai and coconut curry soup. 370-9894.

Thai Ruby Restaurant -- 744 E. 820 North, Provo. While the menu offers between 30 and 40 items, most patrons favor the mouth-watering "house special" or the red curry, roasted chicken and pineapple dish gaeng ped gai yang. 375-6840.

Thai Village --¬ 208 W. Main St., American Fork. Specialties include Papaya Salad, Pad Thai and Tom Kha Gai Soup. 492-7677.

Touch of Seoul -- 43 N. University Ave., Provo. Quiet, peaceful restaurant with soothing jade-colored walls and hearty, spicy soup and noodle and rice dishes. Check out the full menu of traditional teas. 377-7330.

Whistle Wok -- 193 E. 30 North, American Fork. Start with noodles or rice and go from there! For a very inexpensive price, you choose from eight-item favorites such as kung pai chicken, Mongolian pork or broccoli-beef. Egg roll included. 763-5377.

Won Won Wok -- 149 E. State Road 73, Saratogoa Springs. Sushi and Chinese, East Coast style. Chef's choices include Triple Delight of jumbo shrimp, chicken, beef and vegetables. 766-8087. www,wonwonwok.com.

Yamato Japanese Restaurant -- 1074 S. State St., Orem. A friendly, authentic dining atmosphere coupled with a selection of dishes, enough to share, make for quality Japanese cuisine. Don't forget to try the sushi. 227-7100.

Yapona -- 466 N. 900 West #C, American Fork. Plenty of sushi here, including a deep fried variety, plus Japanese soups and entrees, including bento boxes. 763-1388.

Seafood

McGrath's Fish House -- 860 W. 1250 South, Orem. Calamari, oysters and crab cakes, oh my. This chain restaurant is for people who really, really like fish. 235-1579.

Red Lobster -- 1261 S. 800 East, Orem. Chain restaurant done up with a nautical theme. Red lobsters, yes, but also shrimp and a variety of other fish. 724-3500.

Steakhouses

Outback Steakhouse -- 372 E. University Pkwy, Orem. Australian take on hearty carnivore fare. Chain restaurant famous for its fried onions and laid-back atmosphere. 764-0552.

Porter's Place -- 24 W. Main St., Lehi. Steakhouse styled to look like an Old West saloon, a la Porter Rockwell. Steaks, yes, but also halibut, snow crab and sandwiches. 768-8348.

Ruby River Steakhouse -- 1454 S. University Ave., Provo. Linebacker-size portions of steak, ribs, chicken, pork chops. Well loved for its crispy, jacketed sweet potatoes and honkin' desserts. 371-0648.

Salt Creek Steak House -- 22 N. Sheep Lane Dr., Nephi (east off exit 225 on Interstate 15). They dub themselves Central Utah's premier steak house featuring steak and seafood. (435) 623-0959.

Sizzler Restaurant -- 1240 S. State St., Orem. Order at the counter at this chain restaurant, then scoot on down and enjoy a predictable, mass-market meal. Salad bar for those who like baby corn. 224-1615.

Sizzler Restaurant --1385 S. University Ave., Provo. 374-1516.

Steak-Out -- 4801 N. University Ave., Shops at Riverwoods, Provo. All food is grilled at this restaurant. Dishes include steaks, chicken, burgers, sandwiches, shrimp and salmon served with baked potatoes, various salads and a white sweet yeast roll baked fresh daily. Take-out and delivery. Also has a small dining area of 15 chairs. 226-8666.

Buffets

Chuck-A-Rama Buffet -- 1408 S. State St., Orem. Ubiquitous all-you-can eat buffet features hearty American food and everything else. 225-9300.

Chuck-A-Rama Buffet --1081 S. University Ave., Provo, 375-0600.

Country Market Restaurant & Buffet --1460 N 1750 WEST, Springville, Off I-15 exit 265. Breakfast buffet; fish/prime rib buffet on Friday and Saturday. 489-0808.

Doc's Pizza Buffet -- 2250 N. University Pkwy., Provo. Inexpensively priced all-you-can-eat pizza and a few sides. Has long tables reminiscent of high school cafeteria, as well as arcade games and, occasionally, karaoke. 852-3303.

Golden Corral Restaurant -- 225 W. University Pkwy., Orem. The huge buffet is the draw at this family chain, with a variety of meats, sides, salads and desserts. A bell rings when fresh rolls come out of the oven; beware of the stampede. 225-6299.

Village Pizza -- 3545 E. Ranches Pkwy., Eagle Mountain. Offers gourmet pizzas such as Philly steak, club, pulled pork barbecue, garden and chicken alfredo, as well as toasted sandwiches, shakes, cones, floats. 789-8455.