Visitors usually ask, "What are the best places for dining in Jackson Hole?" Foodies or the just plain hungry can find an unexpected diversity of gastronomic options at the ski areas, in and on the outskirts of town, and in Grand Teton National Park.
Below is but a guide to the various eateries here in the Tetons.
ON AND AROUND TOWN SQUARE
The iconic Jackson Hole Town Square is filled with variety. From burgers to burritos, locally sourced menu items to lamb chops, this area of town has just the place to satisfy your taste buds.
Considerations for breakfast, lunch and/or dinner include: Roadhouse Pub and Eatery, the historic Jackson Drug Original Soda Fountain, The Bunnery, Pearl Street Market (pictured above), Roosevelts, The Kitchen, Code Red, Glorietta’s, Cafe Genevieve, Snake River Roasting, Orsetto, Persephone, Silver Dollar Bar and Grill, Pinky G’s, Snake River Brewing, Bin22, and the Blue Lion.
AT OR NEAR THE BASE OF SKI AREAS
The new kids on the block at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort and Teton Village are Trappers at Solitude Station, accessible via the Sweetwater Gondola, Tram Dock, which is nestled at the base of the aerial tram, Bear Flats (conveniently located at the base of Sublette), Yardsale in the Snake River Lodge and Spa, and Wild Pine at Gravity Haus.
“Oldies, but goodies” include the iconic Mangy Moose (pictured above), the Alpenhof, Il Villaggio Osteria, the Handle Bar and West Bank Grill at the Four Seasons, Southcable at Caldera House, Teton Thai, Piste at the summit of the Bridger Gondola, and Corbet's Cabin (amazing gourmet waffles!) at the top of the Aerial Tram.
At Snow King Mountain, you can grab a bite or two to eat at the King's Grill at the bottom of the Rafferty lift — serving up local beer, burgers, salads and sandwiches, and delicious milkshakes — and/or try the Panorama House at the summit (reachable via the gondola). Haydens Post is located in the Snow King Resort Hotel at the base of the mountain and StillWest Brewery and Grill sits across the street from the ski area and includes bang-on views of where you’ve just skied.
BEEF UP YOUR DINING EXPERIENCE
In the “when in Rome” department: No visit to Jackson Hole would be complete without sitting down to a meal featuring meat as the star attraction. Your choices include the Gun Barrell Steak and Game House, Million Dollar Bar Cowboy Steakhouse (pictured above), the Mangy Moose, White Buffalo Club, Roadhouse Pub and Eatery, Billy’s Burgers at the Virginian, and the Whistling Grizzly inside the Wyoming Inn.
WHERE TO GO WITH KIDS IN TOW
When you're traveling with the whole family, you'll probably want to eat in a restaurant that might have a special kids' menu and a family-friendly atmosphere. Luckily, there are many restaurants where everyone can enjoy a meal out. Some of those places are Calico, Jackson Drug, Miazga’s, Roosevelts, The Bunnery, Snake River Brewing, Pinky G’s (pictured), and Bubba’s Bar-B-Que.
THE WESTBANK AND WILSON
Explore the Westbank area of town (located on the way to Teton Village) and the small town of Wilson, just a blink of an eye drive past the Village Road, on Rte. 22.
In Westbank, you'll find the North Grille at Jackson Hole Golf and Tennis in Teton Pines, Persephone Westbank, Sidewinders, and Calico.
Wilson is home to the legendary Nora’s Fish Creek Inn (pictured above)— featuring an amazing breakfast, lunch and dinner, 7 days a week — and Streetfood at the equally legendary Stagecoach bar.
PRIVATE DINING
These options offer a more intimate dining experience while you're visiting the Teton area. Venues like Dusk at Ringholz Studio (pictured above), The Bistro, Palate, The Kitchen, Gather, Million Dollar Cowboy Bar Steakhouse, Roosevelts, and Glorietta's offer you and your guests your own private dining room which is a wonderful option that allows you to gather and reconnect over a great meal and elegant ambiance; it's deliciously nurturing for our collective soul. At some restaurants an entire floor is yours, not to mention your own private bar (complete with bartender, of course), entrance, server, and restroom.
ENJOY A FEAST PARKSIDE
Dining in Grand Teton National Park is a special treat indeed. At Jackson Lake Lodge, the Mural Room (pictured above) is a traditional, semi-upscale treat as is the Jenny Lake Lodge Restaurant. Also within Jackson Lake Lodge is the 1950s-style diner Pioneer Grill. The Trapper Grill at Signal Mountain Lodge is famous for its "Signal Mountain of Nachos." Leek's Pizzeria at Leek's Marina and the Ranch House in Colter Bay are a couple of other eateries within the park. And Dornans — situated at the entrance to park in Moose — is a must-eat-at destination, whether you're headed into the park or not. During the summer, the iconic Hootenanny takes place on Monday nights so you can eat and be entertained!
CHUCK WAGON DINNER EXPERIENCES
The historic Bar-T 5 Covered Wagon and Dinner, founded in 1974, has delighted visitors and locals for 50 years. Horse-drawn covered wagons take you to the dinner location which includes entertainment with Western music from the Bar-T 5 band.
Since 1948, Dornans' Chuckwagon has been a landmark for travelers looking for a hot meal on their way to Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, the views of the Tetons from there are hands-down spectacular.
Spring Creek Ranch’s Castagno Outfitters atop the ridge at Spring Creek offers a one-hour horseback ride followed by a hearty three-course chuckwagon barbecue cookout. You can even cook your own s’mores over the campfire with a custom s’mores bar. Yum-a-licious!
TRY DINNER VIA A WOODEN BOAT
Vintage Adventures' Wooden Boat Tour and Dinner is a peaceful luxury scenic float trip with the river all to yourselves during the late afternoon. When you arrive at Tipi Camp you will enjoy appetizers at the fire pit with spectacular views of the Tetons. Dinner is served in an open-air dining area where guests are treated to the "finest and freshest creations" from the chef: a premium cut of fish, beef or wild game served alongside an assortment of grilled veggies. Dinner is followed by dessert in the candle-lit tipi.
THE LAST WORD
As you can see, your meal choices are myriad. Dining in Jackson Hole is a feast for the eyes and the palate whether you're strolling Town Square, out in Grand Teton National Park on a sightseeing adventure, or exploring what's up at the ski resorts and surrounding areas. Grab your appetite and satiate it!
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