Utah’s best brunch spot isn’t where you’d expect
Yelp Elite named this Utah restaurant the best brunch in the state.
Most people assume Salt Lake City holds all of Utah’s top dining destinations. They’re wrong.
According to Yelp’s latest ranking of America’s best brunch spots, Bonrue Bakery in St. George takes the crown as Utah’s premier brunch destination. The European-style bakery earned this distinction with a stellar 4.7-star rating from nearly 600 reviews.
What makes Bonrue Bakery in Utah special
Bonrue Bakery stands out for its authentic European approach to baking. The bakery crafts everything fresh daily with what they call “passion and precision.” Their most popular items include:
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Almond Croissant
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Kouign Amann (a buttery French pastry)
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Chocolate Croissant
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Various European-style baked goods
The bakery was founded about a decade ago by Chris Herrin, Li Hsun Sun, and Chris Connors. Their commitment to traditional European techniques sets them apart from typical American brunch spots.
Why Yelp chose Bonrue Bakery
Yelp’s methodology focused specifically on reviews from Elite Squad members – their most trusted reviewers. Over 80 of Bonrue Bakery’s 590 reviews (nearly 14%) came from Elite members, with most giving four or five stars.
These Elite reviewers weren’t just locals either. While many were Utah-based, others traveled from California, Arizona, Nevada, and even the East Coast to experience Bonrue’s offerings.
Sara Bunge, Yelp’s North Jersey Senior Community Director, explained: “We identified businesses in the breakfast and brunch categories, then ranked those spots based on the volume and ratings of reviews given by Yelp Elite Squad members.”
3 locations to visit
Bonrue Bakery operates three locations across southern Utah:
St. George (main location)
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Address: 18 S 200 W
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Closed Tuesdays
Springdale
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Address: 948 Zion Park Blvd
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Open seven days a week
Hurricane
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Address: 11 S Main St
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Closed Wednesdays
Utah’s brunch scene recognized
This recognition puts Utah on the national brunch map alongside destinations like Snow City Cafe in Anchorage and The Collins Quarter in Savannah. It also highlights how southern Utah’s food scene continues to grow, especially in areas popular with tourists visiting Zion National Park.
For visitors planning Zion trips, Bonrue Bakery offers a perfect stop for authentic European pastries and coffee. The Springdale location’s proximity to the national park makes it particularly popular with travelers.
The full list of America’s best brunch spots by state is available on Yelp’s website, showcasing 51 restaurants that represent the best for weekend dining across the country.
