RESTAURANT JOURNEYS:
MAGLEBY’S By Markee Heckenliable
I love food, but I’m the type of person who’s reluctant to try to new restaurants. I usually stick to my salads from Durangos or a simple sandwich from Einstein Bros. Bagels. But after trying Magleby’s in St. George, Utah, I am reluctant no more. I was immediately amazed by the stunning setting of the restaurant and Braxton, our kind waiter, who greeted us with smiles and great customer service. My experience at Magleby’s got even better when our waiter brought out our appetizers: Baked brie and spinach & artichoke dip. The baked brie, accompanied by an assortment of fruit, nuts, roasted garlic, sourdough crostini and a fig jam, was almost too pretty to eat. This was my first time trying baked brie—and I’m hooked. The spinach artichoke dip, set with homemade tortilla chips and sourdough baguettes, was
also mouthwatering; I had to stop myself from eating all of it. Even though the appetizers alone were enough to fill someone of my size, my taste buds and stomach didn’t attest to me trying a few main courses. If you’re going to spend money on good steak, Magleby’s is the place to go. I ordered the Filet Oscar, an 8-ounce filet mignon topped with Hollandaise sauce and lump crab. It was quite the fancy treat. I also tried a filet medallion. Both the filet mignon and filet medallion were like butter: easy to cut, and melt-in-your-mouth good. The next dish I tried was the Rustic Penne Pasta, filled with penne and Magleby’s own salsa rosa sauce. Even though it’s not listed on the menu, this delicious pasta dish is filled with five cheeses: gorgonzola, asiago, parmesan, blue cheese and mozzarella. It’s a cheese lover’s dream come true.
The last entree I tried was more simple, yet still yummy: the Pulled Turkey and Avocado sandwich. This sandwich is something I would grab for lunch when out with friends, even though it’s thick enough to last through dinner too. I was full and satisfied, but nothing was going to stop me from trying the Magleby’s famous chocolate cake our waiter set on our table. Anyone who knows me knows that I have a sweet tooth bigger than this chocolate cake. The cake was four layers tall and perfect, with vanilla ice cream and a sweet raspberry sauce. I found my next birthday cake. It’s a done deal. Even though I was full of carbs, lots of cheese, and sweets, I was happy to learn of all the healthy options Magleby’s provides. Besides the baked brie and pulled turkey sandwich, Magleby’s has an array of salads and sides, like steamed vegetables and fruit. Whether it’s breakfast, lunch, or dinner, Magleby’s is a surprising, tasty adventure for anyone seeking a new a place to eat.
1450 Hilton Dr, St George, UT 84770 Hours of Operation: Monday thru Saturday: 7am to 11 breakfast, 11 to 4 pm lunch, 4 to 9pm dinner Sunday: 7am to 2 pm breakfast only. (435) 652-9600 St. George Health & Wellness Magazine | September/October 2017 25