KITA

In Japanese, "Kita" means "north." In Park City, KITA translates into fine dining north of town.

KITA is a five-star Japanese-inspired steakhouse in Pendry Park City. The restaurant has an upscale modern decor, with al fresco and sushi bar seating. While it is more well-known for its dinner menu, it also serves breakfast from 7:00 to 11:00 AM.

As the saying goes, "If you have to ask how much it costs, you can't afford it." This adage is true of KITA. While the prices are transparent, they reflect a high-end eatery in a luxurious resort.

The restaurant's location outside Park City makes it close to regional landmarks worth exploring. If traveling from Park City, you will pass the iconic McPolin Barn, which offers historical buildings and a family-friendly nature trail. The Utah Olympic Park is north of KITA and rich in sports history and summer and winter activities.

One feature that makes KITA a premiere dining destination is the steaks. American Wagyu from Idaho's Snake River Farms and Japanese Wagyu ensure you will be dining on top-quality cuts of beef. The Japanese A5 Wagyu is otherworldly and highly recommended.

KITA is the perfect pick when seeking an over-the-top dining experience or celebrating anniversaries and milestones.

Vibe

The decor at KITA is the trademark artful yet understated Pendry ambiance with classic, clean lines. Luxuriant touches and finishes in muted tones enhance the atmosphere. While the design is modern, it is inviting, warm, and not pretentious.

The main dining area showcases wood flooring and accents with off-white walls leading to an expansive ceiling. Tables dot the floor, spaced apart for an intimate dining experience. Booths line the outer walls, offering coves of peace for those celebrating special occasions.

The sushi bar has limited seating but gives patrons a front-row seat, watching the chef use his sashimi knife like an artist with a brush. Fireplaces in the bar area offer warm and cozy accents, perfect after a day with Red Pine Adventures.

During warmer months, the patio is a coveted dining spot. The expansive area features long tables for groups and families and smaller tables for couples or solo diners.

KITA offers a regal, welcoming atmosphere that leads to a transcendent dining experience on your Park City vacation.

KITA: Menu & Drinks

One of the perks of dining at KITA that you won't find on the menu is the complimentary Japanese Milk Bread. Known in Japan as "shokupan," this fluffy white bread has a sweet flavor due to the use of cream, butter, and milk. The bread comes with whipped butter and Hawaiian black sea salt, which perfectly unifies the textures and flavors.

The wood-fired steaks range from a USDA Prime 8-oz filet mignon to the world-renowned Japanese A5 Wagyu. The latter comes by the ounce with a minimum of 3 oz. Moving down the main menu, you'll find Ora King Salmon, Miso-Chilean Sea Bass, and Karabuta Bone-in Pork Chop, to name a few.

To compliment your entree, consider any of the mouthwatering sides. Some options include mashed potatoes with black truffle butter, seasonal garden vegetables, and stir-fried rice.

KITA's sushi menu includes yellowtail tuna, cured fatty salmon, Pacific salmon, halibut, scallops, and white tuna. Maki rolls contain grilled eel, crab, salmon, shrimp, and wasabi. For the vegans in your group, there is a vegetable, Futo-Maki, made with asparagus, avocado, cucumber, pickled cucumber, and daikon.

Those with a sweet tooth will want to indulge in any desserts offered. A popular pick is the traditional Japanese Mochi, available in strawberry, mango, or Matcha green tea. Opt for pineapple upside-down cake, ice cream, or other irresistible delights.

The sake, wine, beer, and whiskey menu is rich in Japanese selections, while the craft cocktails are a wonder. One standout is the Rare Sightings Old Fashioned, which showcases High West spirits distilled near Park City.

When seeking the best cuisine on your visit to Park City, head north to KITA Japanese Steakhouse.