ABOUT US
For over 75 years, we’ve sent people home with big smiles and full stomachs.
And while our look and our menu have changed over the years, we’ve stayed true to a few things along the way. Especially our goal of serving delicious food that makes people happy.
OUR ORIGINS
Arctic Circle got its start during Utah’s most celebrated holiday, Pioneer Day, held every July 24th. The Edwards family had a refreshment stand set up at Pioneer Day celebrations that was a great success. In 1950, the family opened its first Arctic Circle building. Arctic Circle has continued to evolve through the years with car hops, drive-up windows, inside restaurant seating, delivery and online ordering.
FRESH IDEAS, FRESH INGREDIENTS
Don was a great cook, but an even better inventor. He was always dreaming up wacky ideas in the kitchen—Arctic Circle’s first big hit was a chocolate-dipped ice cream cone called the Brown Topper. Not long after, the original Ranch Burger had people lining up around the block. But Don’s crowning culinary invention was definitely the Original Fry Sauce—truly a milestone moment in dipping history.
PRESENT DAY
Arctic Circle has seen tremendous growth throughout many western states since its first restaurant opened more than 75 years ago. There are currently locations spread across Utah, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Montana, Arizona, and Wyoming. Utah is still the headquarters location for Arctic Circle.
COMMITTED TO THE GOOD STUFF
Sure, we’ve got a long history of sourcing the highest-quality ingredients possible—like 100% Black Angus ground beef, real Alaskan Halibut, and the most flavorful potatoes we can get our peeler-wielding hands on. But for us, The Good Stuff means more than just great food. It’s about the experience you have in our stores, whether you’re a guest or an employee. We’re honored to have so many long-time guests, and proud to have given so many people their first job and a chance to learn skills that will serve them for life.
SERVING OUR NEIGHBORS
We serve our communities much more than just delicious food. Through our Arctic Cares non-profit, we’ve sponsored countless community events, made major donations to the Utah Food Bank and many other charities, and supported our employees through tragedies, loss, and medical issues. We’re proud to be a local company that stays involved in making a difference for our neighbors.
