150 North Main · Ephraim, Utah
Come in. Sit down.
Stay a while.
Seventy-five years on the same corner, with the same sign in the window. Open Monday through Saturday, 11 to 8. Takeout and dine-in only — no delivery, no exceptions.
The basics
You'll find us right on Main Street in Ephraim — the small red-and-cream building with the Coca-Cola sign out front, a block north of the Snow College campus and a short drive from Manti. If you've driven through Sanpete County before, you've almost certainly passed us.
Address: 150 N Main St, Ephraim, UT 84627
Phone: (435) 283-4101
Email: [email protected]
Hours of operation
| Monday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
All times are Mountain Time. The kitchen stops taking new orders at 7:45 PM sharp — come by 7:30 to be safe, especially on weekends.
Getting here
Ephraim sits right on US-89, about twenty minutes north of Manti and forty-five minutes south of Provo via I-15 and SR-132. If you're heading south on US-89, we're on the left just after the Snow College campus; if you're heading north, we're on the right, a block past the Ephraim Co-op.
From Salt Lake City: I-15 South to Nephi (exit 225), then SR-132 East to US-89 South. About two hours.
From Provo: I-15 South to Spanish Fork, US-6 East to SR-132, then south on US-89. About ninety minutes.
From Manti: North on US-89, straight into town. Fifteen minutes.
If you're using a rideshare app, the address resolves cleanly to 150 N Main St. Some older GPS units show "Malt Shop Drive" — ignore it, that's not a real street.
Parking & access
- Street parking along both sides of North Main. Angled spots in front of the shop most days, parallel spots just past it.
- Small lot in back with room for about eight cars. Access from 100 North, then a short walk around to the front door.
- Wheelchair accessible entrance at the front, with a ramp on the north side of the door. Interior seating includes two accessible tables at the front window.
- No public transit in Ephraim. If you're staying on the Snow College campus, it's a seven-minute walk — head south on Main.
Inside the shop
The front door opens onto the counter. There are twelve stools along the bar, six booths against the wall, and a few tables by the windows. It's not a big space — on a Friday night you'll want to come early or plan for a short wait. We don't take table reservations; first come, first seated.
The counter is where most regulars choose to sit. The line to order runs from the door to the register, but if you're dining in, grab any open table and someone will come take your order. The Coca-Cola collection lines the top of the back wall — a couple hundred bottles and signs that have accumulated since 1950.
Kids are welcome, and welcome to be loud. There's a small stack of high chairs by the coat rack, and the grilled cheese / hot dog / kid's shake combo is always a hit with the under-ten crowd.
Good to know
Payment
Cash or card
Visa, Mastercard, Discover. No AmEx, no checks.Takeout
Call or online
Pickup at the counter. No delivery.Wifi
Free
Network: MaltShopGuest. Ask for the password.Restrooms
Two, back of house
One is accessible. Ask at the counter.Accessibility & dietary needs
Entrance
Step-free ramp
Located on the north side of the front door. Please ask if the ramp is blocked.Seating
Two accessible tables
Front window, room for a wheelchair on either side.Allergies
Please tell us
Nut, dairy, and soy options available. Let the counter know before ordering.If something here doesn't match what you find when you arrive, or if you need an accommodation we haven't listed, call us at (435) 283-4101 before you come. We'd rather know ahead of time than have you turn around at the door.
While you're in town
Ephraim isn't just us.
A few things worth your time before or after you eat.
Snow College
A five-minute walk south on Main. Founded in 1888, the campus has a small museum, a performing arts center, and one of the prettiest quads in central Utah. Worth a stroll if you're here in the fall.
Manti Utah Temple
Twenty minutes south on US-89. The 1888 temple sits on a hill above Manti and is a genuine architectural landmark — visible for miles. The annual Mormon Miracle Pageant draws visitors from across the country each June.
Palisade State Park
Fifteen minutes north, just outside Sterling. A small reservoir with good fishing, a nine-hole golf course, and a nice spot for a picnic. Popular with families in summer.
Visitor questions
Before you come.
Do you take reservations?
No table reservations — first come, first seated. Large groups should call ahead at (435) 283-4101 and we'll do our best to have space ready.
How long is the wait on a weekend?
Friday and Saturday evenings, expect 15–30 minutes for a table between 6 and 7:30 PM. The counter usually moves faster. Weekday lunches are almost always walk-in friendly.
Are you open on holidays?
We close on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and Easter Sunday. We're open on most other holidays, including the Fourth of July and Pioneer Day — call ahead to confirm.
Can I bring my dog?
Service animals are always welcome. Otherwise, pets stay outside — there's a water bowl on the sidewalk by the front door.
Is there outside seating?
A small sidewalk bench out front and a couple of picnic tables in back during warm months. Most people sit inside — that's where the counter and the malts are.
Do you cater?
Yes, for local events and small groups. Head to our birthday parties page for what we offer, or call the shop to talk through your event.
See you on Main.
Come in off the highway, grab a stool at the counter, and let us know what you're in the mood for. If you're ordering ahead, we'll have it ready by the time you get here.