Mexican

Bajio -- 4801 N. University Ave., Provo. Speedy burritos, enchiladas, salads and the like made-to-order at a walk-up counter. It's up to customers to design their perfect Mexican pizza or chimichanga. 224-6668.

Bajio -- 160 E. University Pkwy., Ste. A, Orem. 655-0067.

Bajio -- 881 W. State St., Pleasant Grove. 785-8180.

Bajio -- 992 S. University Ave., Provo. 655-1145.

Bajio -- 1090 N. Main St., Spanish Fork. 798-0402.

Beto's Mexican Food -- 230 N. State St., Provo, 374-0822. For dirt-cheap Mexican food in a hurry, Beto's has a drive-through or sit-down area. Most of the burritos, enchiladas and tacos are under $5. 226-2640.

Beto's Mexican Food -- 615 N. Main St., Springville, 489-9040.

The Cabo Mexican Grill -- 456 E. State, American Fork. Traditional Mexican food is tasty and comforting at this popular Mexican grill. Enjoy friendly service and original recipes. 772-0411.

Cafe El Lago -- 262 E. State Road #73, Saratoga Springs. New Mexican restaurant serves typical Mexican fare. Try the chile verde, famous carne asada, or fajitas. 766-9690.

Cafe Rio -- 2250 N. University Pkwy., No. 16, Provo. The emphasis is on fresh ingredients, deliciously seasoned and prepared to your order at this popular, see-and-be-seen cafe. 375-5133.

Cafe Rio -- 821 W. State Road, American Fork. 756-9088.

Cafe Rio -- 139 N. State St., Orem. 822-5700.

Cocolito's Mexican Restaurant -- 820 E. 800 North, Orem. This restaurant serves both traditional and original dishes. Enjoy food that is made fresh daily including chimichangas, fajitas, tacos, rice and beans. 225-1665.

Costa Vida at Fat Cats --1200 N. University Ave., Provo. This fresh-Mex restaurant specializes in salads, burritos and sweet marinated pork and is adjacent to a bowling alley. Order a burrito and salad, then bowl. 373-1863.

Costa Vida --1621 N. State Street, Orem. 226-8432.

Diego's Taco Shop -- 22 E. 200 North, Provo. Sit-down or take-away enchiladas, tortas, tacos, burritos, nachos, horchata -- you get the picture. Two people can eat for $10. 377-4710.

El Azteca Mexican Taco Shops -- 46 W. 1230 North, Provo. Going on 50, this area favorite serves no-frills, tasty, affordable Jalisco-style chimchangas, burritos, nachos and carnitas. 375-9690.

El Azteca Mexican Taco Shops -- 78 S. State St., Orem, 225-7773.

El Gallo Giro Mex-Grill -- 346 N. University Ave., Provo. Authentic Mexican food: a must is Molcajete (The Rock) with shrimp, chicken, sausage, cactus, green onions, chile, cheese, homemade green salsa -- served with rice and beans in a homemade tortilla. Salsas and fruit juices are prepared each day. 377-2571

Joe Vera's Mexican Fiestaurant -- 250 W. Center St., Provo. Sit-down restaurant has been serving the valley for decades. Chips and salsa made on site. Features staples as well as a range of salads and stuffed jalapenos. 375-6714.

Joe Bandido's -- 1435 N. Main St., Springville, 853-1500.

Las Tarascas -- 2255 N. University Pkwy., Ste. 39, Provo. Serves family recipes of chili rellenos, green enchiladas and tamales with a special salsa. 373-0273.

La Casita Mexican Restaurant -- 333 N. Main St., Springville, 489-9543.

La Hacienda -- 64 W. 100 North, Payson. Chicken fajitas and enchiladas are favorite fare at moderate prices. 465-0888.

La Taqueria -- 934 N State St. #109. Burritos, enchiladas, chimichangas and combination plates dominate the menu here. 426-5317.

Los Hermanos -- 16 W. Center St., Provo. Local restaurant has been in business for decades, features cheese-laden plates as well as a variety of fancy, non-alcoholic drinks. 375-5732.

Los Hermanos -- 395 N. State, Lindon. 785-1715.

Los Pericos -- 180 W. Center St., Orem. Both Mexican and Argentinian cuisine are served at this small establishment, including sandwiches and seafood. 724-9934.

Los 3 Amigos -- 150 S. University Ave., Provo. Basic, inexpensive menu with typical Mexican fare. 377-3800.

Los 4 Amigos -- 110 N. 800 East, Payson. Mexican specialties like smothered burritos, taco salads and chimichangas -- and yes, hamburgers and french fries. 465-4441.

Mama Chu's Mexican Food -- 1555 E. 800 North, Orem. The restaurant's specialties include carne asada, shrimp fajitas, chicken enchiladas, chile rellenos and chimichangas. 221-0429.

Maria Bonita Mexican Grill -- 171 W. 800 North, Orem. Indulge your taste for traditional Mexican fare with the usual beef, chicken, or pork options. 426-9328.

Mi Rancherito Mexican Restaurant -- 242 N. Main St., Spanish Fork. A local Spanish Fork watering hole for those who need a fix of carne asada, chimichangas and combination plates. 798-3313.

Mi Rancherito -- 85 E. Utah Ave., Payson, 465-0460.

Mi Rancherito Taco Shop -- 325 S. 200 West, Provo. A taqueria version of Mi Rancherito Mexican Restaurant. 375-3468.

Mi Ranchito Restaurant -- 1109 S. State St., Orem. Sit-down restaurant features authentic Mexican cuisine such as fajitas, carne asada tacos, enchiladas de camarones and enchilada rancheras. 225-9195.

Mi Ranchito -- 390 E. State Road, American Fork, 756-6138.

Puerto Escondido -- 670 W. State Road, Pleasant Grove, 785-2358. Mostly seafood here with a Mexican twist, plus the usual fajitas and burritos.

Ricardo's -- 582 N. State St., Orem. Sit-down restaurant features fajitas, chimichangas, enchiladas and -- yum, yum -- fried ice cream. 224-5999.

Taco Amigo -- 1395 N. State St., Orem. Fast-food restaurant with inexpensively priced burritos, salads and enchiladas, as well as hamburgers, french fries and shakes. 224-4122.

Taco Amigo -- 239 E. State Road, Pleasant Grove, 785-4718.

Villa Bakery and Restaurant -- 500 W. 1720 N., Provo. This establishment has a variety of authentic Mexican food, as well as baked goodies. A local favorite for empanadas. 373-0964.

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 Drive, 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.

International

Aloha Grill -- 374 E. University Pkwy., Orem, 224-0708. A mix of island and Asian cuisine, heavy on the Asian. Go for the Rock Chicken with Pineapple, Lemon, Teriyaki or Volcano Lava sauce.

Bona Brazil -- 1314 N. State St., Provo, 375-2517. Authentic Brazilian cuisine made with imported ingredients, including fruit juices and desserts.

El Salvador Restaurant -- 332 W. Center St., Provo. A restaurant dedicated to serving a variety of Salvadorian dishes, desserts and drinks. Try chicken, beef or stuffed tortillas serves with rice and beans. for dessert, sample fried bananas, horchata and other native drinks. 373-5377.

Eliane's French Bakery -- 1750 S. State St., Orem. There's nothing better than French desserts and fresh breads made from scratch daily. Sandwiches are available at lunchtime. Open 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. 764-9800.

Tony's Italian Deli -- 66 W. Main St., American Fork. Italian Bistro deli/bakery with European and Argentine pastries; half moon (sweet croissant) and soldier (raspberry and French cream) and Italian versions of BLTs, burgers and sausage sandwiches. 492-1512.

Fresh Food Junkies Cafe -- 500 S. State St., Orem. Healthy wraps and sandwiches, many featuring organic produce. Several selections for vegans and vegetarians. 221-7788.

La Carreta Peruvian Restaurant --340 E. 1200 South, Orem. Peruvian cuisine, such as grapefruit chicken, served in a comfortable, homey atmosphere. 229-2696.

Rumbi's Island Grill -- 299 E. University Pkwy., Orem. Tropical-themed restaurant features rice bowls, salads and sandwiches. 655-1164.

Se Llama Peru -- 368 W. Center St., Provo. Many dishes served on a bed of fries; beef, chicken and fish to please everyone. Potatoes are a Peruvian staple. Huge appetizers. 377-4792.

Tucanos Brazilian Grill -- 4801 N. University Ave., Suite 790, Provo. Start by quenching your thirst with a Brazilian lemonade. Then indulge with all-you-can-eat Brazilian meats and an endless salad bar. 224-4774.

Los Pericos -- 180 W. Center St., Orem. Argentinean cuisine including hot sandwiches, steaks and, of course, a variety of tasty empanadas. 724-9934.

Ultimate Broiler & Grill Greek Food -- 294 N. State, Orem. Greek fare includes chicken, beef, and lamb kabobs, chicken rotisserie, salads, rice and more. 221-2606.

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.

Burgers & shakes

Apollo Burgers -- 452 N. State St., Orem. Burgers, yes, but also a substantial range of salads, sandwiches and, yes, burritos. Garden burgers for herbivores. 226-4000.

Barry's Parkview Drive-In -- 115 S. Main St., Spanish Fork. Features a sit-down area and two drivethroughs; one is for shakes and call-in orders, one for food. Serves American food -- from hamburgers to halibut -- as well as dipped cones and shakes. 798-2257.

Burgers Supreme -- 1796 N. University Pkwy., Provo. Made-to-order burgers, chicken sandwiches and shakes are the fare at this very casual, very tasty diner. Order at the counter or hit the drive-through. 373-5713.

Daley Freez -- 50 E. 100 North, Payson. This fast-food restaurant has been family-owned for 36 years. Enjoy the burgers and fries, fish and chips, and other fast food must-haves.

Fuddruckers -- 210 W. University Pkwy., Orem. The most carefully pronounced restaurant in Utah Valley is a chain offering gourmet burgers in varying sizes, along with chicken sandwiches and desserts. You order at the counter, and a server delivers the food when it's ready. 235-9885.

Glade's Drive Inn -- 296 S. Main Street, Spanish Fork. A neighborhood tradition since 1954, this fast food drive-in is famous for its unique white fry sauce. 798-6761.

Iceberg Drive Inn -- 180 N. State St., Orem. You can go inside, too, and order at the counter. A Utah chain, Iceberg has long been famous for its gigantic shakes. 802-7430.

Iceberg Drive Inn -- 3295 N. Thanksgiving Way, Lehi. 768-8076.

The Malt Shoppe-- 1290 N. University Ave., Provo. Local students and families can enjoy classic malts and shakes and grab a full meal for around $5. Menu includes fish and chips, burgers and a variety of sandwiches. 373-5295.

Parker's Drive-Inn -- 496 E. State Road, Pleasant Grove. Have an old-fashioned meal in the driver's seat at Parker's -- well known by the locals for its burgers, fries and shakes. 756-2181.

Polar Queen Drive Inn -- 745 S. US Hwy 91(100 W), Payson. Known for its fish and chips, Polar Queen serves burgers, fries, and other fast food items as well. 465-2438.

Purple Turtle -- 85 E. State St., Pleasant Grove. Famous, quirky local burger joint with very, very good shakes. 785-2444.

Reed's Drive Inn -- 626 N. Main, Nephi. Serves everything from fish and chips to burgers and sandwiches. Dessert lovers can try more than 50 flavors of hard and soft ice cream. (435) 623-1107.

Rocky Mountain Drive Inn Restaurant -- 43 S. 500 West, Provo. Also known for its thick, frosty shakes. But you can get burgers, fries and sandwiches here, too. 373-2699.

Santaqueen Drive Inn -- 40 E. Main, Santaquin. Get a burger and fries at this local fast-food stop. 754-3051.

Shirley's Homemade Bakery -- 684 N. Freedom Blvd., Provo. Homey local bakery offers sweet rolls, dinner rolls, brownies, eclairs. 375-8020.

Stan's Drive-In -- 525 N. 900 East, Provo. The original Stan's Diner. 375-6082.

Tommy's Burgers -- 401 W. 100 North, Provo. Walk-up stand's lettering promises to be famous by tomorrow, with big, tasty offerings. Take-away only. 374-9733.

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.