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The Alpenrose
Cozy mountain dining at a Teton classic
Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner | In the Alpenhof, Teton Village
307.733.3242 | Visit website
When you think of your classic mountain setting and cuisine, the Alpenrose is it. This Swiss-inspired Jackson classic will make any trip to the mountains complete. Think fondue, Raclette and Wiener schnitzel, among other classic favorites. With a menu like this, how could you ever go wrong? Plus, it is located at the base of the Jackson Hole Mountain Resort and offers an excellent view. Add the European elegance and Tyrolean charm, and you’ve picked the right spot to transform your meal into an alpine experience. Relax in the cozy dining room, or better yet, enjoy great views from the sunny deck. The Alpenrose is open for dinner daily while the Bistro is open for breakfast and lunch. Hours are seasonal, so please check for more specific times and days.
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Betty Rock Cafe
Casual downtown lunch and dinner spot
Open daily from 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m. | 325 Pearl Ave.
307.733.0747 | Visit website
This local favorite is a classic go-to spot for lunch and an easy dinner. Whether you want a well-prepared burger, a toasty panini or a lighter soup and salad, Betty Rock offers many great options. Everything in this busy restaurant is made in-house and fresh daily. People flock to this downtown locale because it offers something for everyone and a dish for every appetite. Classic menu items include the turkey-cran-pesto sandwich, Chinese chicken salad and daily selection of soups. Crispy fries and milkshakes will satisfy any indulgent craving. The burger selection includes beef, bison, veggie and salmon options. Can’t decide? You can never go wrong with one of the daily specials, or make your own meal with the sandwich and soup or salad combo. Betty Rock is also a great choice if you need something to go and stays open all day.
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The Blue Lion
Fine dining situated in a historic home in Jackson
Open nightly at 5:30 | 160 N. Millward
307.733.3912 | Visit website
Situated in a historic home downtown, The Blue Lion has been a popular locals’ favorite since 1978. Ask people their favorite meal in town, and you will often hear the roasted rack of lamb. This dish keeps patrons coming back: The New Zealand lamb is rubbed with Dijon mustard, seasoned with bread crumbs, baked and served sliced with a peppercorn-rosemary cream sauce and jalapeno mint sauce. But you’re encouraged to sample from the array of other items, including fresh fish and game. And do save room for one of The Blue Lion’s long-standing regular desserts, either mud pie, tiramisu or Russian cream. If you dine before 6 p.m., enjoy 20 percent off when you mention you read it in Dishing. Reservations are recommended, and try to get a seat on the shady deck and dine al fresco if you can.
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The Bunnery
Breakfast, lunch and bakery famous for O.S.M. bread
Open daily from 7 a.m.-3 p.m. | 130 N. Cache
307.733.5474 | Visit Website
Every town has a classic breakfast spot. Most just aren’t as good as The Bunnery. Everything here is made from scratch daily and cooked to order. Known for great coffee (Starbucks!) and even better homemade bread (O.S.M. is short for oat, sunflower and millet), The Bunnery will help you start your day off right. The food is so good you will want to come back for lunch. Homemade soups, salads and sandwiches will fill you up on cold days. Variations of grilled cheese and the classic club sandwich are favorites. On the way out, be sure to grab a bag of homemade granola, and pancake and waffle mix to-go. Want something sweet? Take home a piece or a whole pie you can enjoy with your dinner. The cakes and pies look great but taste even better. No trip to Jackson is complete without a stop here. Don’t let the line fool you. It moves fast!
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Cafe Genevieve
Breakfast, lunch and dinner in a historic log cabin
Open 9 a.m. daily; Dinner Mon-Sat at 5 p.m. | 135 E. Broadway
307.732.1910 | Visit Website
Pig Candy. This novelty menu item is more than a catchy name. It is the dish people will be talking about long after they snack on it, and the item people should always order, whether on top of a salad, the burger or as a starter. It’s that good. But don’t stop there. Inspired by the history of its location, Cafe Genevieve specializes in home cooking. This southern-inspired menu offers classics that can be hard to find out West, such as fried chicken and waffles, and crawfish etouffee. The restaurant is open all day, every day. Cafe Genevieve gives its customers what they like by serving breakfast every day until 3 p.m. and by offering the earliest Happy Hour in town from 3-5:30 p.m. Weekend brunch has become a local favorite. Cafe Genevieve lures with its cozy log cabin atmosphere, live local music and lively bar. Cafe Genevieve is rumored to have the best fries in town.
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Calico Bar & Restaurant
Popular family friendly Italian
Open nightly at 5 | 2560 Moose Wilson Rd.
307.733.2460 | Visit Website
A classic since it opened in 1965, this west bank restaurant has been a local’s favorite ever since. Calico’s longevity is proof that there is something for everyone at this institution. A cozy fireplace bar is a great spot to grab drinks and share bruschetta with friends. A large dining area and menu is bound to satisfy the whole family with everything from porcini mushroom ravioli to a kids menu for only $3.50 per child. A large wine selection offers discounted retail prices on to-go bottles, so grab one along with a gooey, uniquely topped pizza. But feel free to linger over a bowl of pasta or fresh halibut if you prefer. The portions are large, the food is fresh, and the value is hard to beat. For lighter options, Calico offers a great selection of salads and soups. And with a START bus stop out front, there’s no need to worry about a wintery drive.
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Cellar's Restaurant at The White Buffalo Club
Casual fine dining in an intimate setting
Open nightly at 5pm | 160 W. Gill Ave.
888.256.8182 | Visit Website
This dimly lit restaurant offers an atmosphere where you can huddle into a booth with a glass of wine, reminisce about your day and enjoy an amazing meal without feeling rushed. This 16-table steakhouse and dining bar has been a well-kept secret in Jackson, only open to club members until last summer, when the public was finally allowed to enjoy the sophisticated but simple steakhouse menu. The corkwood flooring, stone walls, wood wainscoting and luxurious leather upholstery will remind you of a classic New York City standard. Cellar’s features a selection of 1,100 bottles of vintage wines and USDA Prime steaks that are 28-day, dry- and wet-aged, and butchered in-house. Don’t miss the pear and brie salad or any of the side dishes, especially the mac and cheese, which is served bubbling out of a Crock-Pot.
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cocolove
A European-style chocolate, pastry, gelato and coffee bar
55 N. Glenwood | Wort Plaza
307.733.3253 | Visit Website
Walk one block west of the Town Square, and you’ll think you’ve crossed the Atlantic and landed in Paris. This sophisticated coffee and dessert bar by world-famous pastry chef Oscar Ortega is a retreat from the typical western vernacular of Jackson. With pastry-lined cases brimming with beautiful treats, fresh gelato and savory delights, you will be hard-pressed to order just one item. Not to worry, you can sip a perfectly made latte while you contemplate your choices. The cafe’s soothing atmosphere is the ideal setting for the beginning of your day, an afternoon break or your post-dinner indulgence. Master Chocolatier Oscar Ortega also runs Atelier Ortega at 150 Scott Lane. There you’ll find many of the same great offerings plus some world-class food items, including sweet and savory crepes, quiche and salads. And, who knows, you might even catch a glimpse of Chef Ortega in action!
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Couloir Restaurant
American cuisine with Rocky Mountain roots
Lunch daily; Dinner served Thursdays, Fridays and holidays
307.739.2675 | Visit Website
This could be the most unique table in Jackson – after all, you’ll be dining at 9,095 feet, 1/2 mile above the valley. Recognized with a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, dining at Couloir is incomparable. The evening starts on the Bridger Gondola, where you’ll wrap up in warmed blankets (provided) for the ride to the top. There, Executive Chef Wes Hamilton impresses with a four-course menu ($95 per person, $155 with wine pairing) offering such delicious options that each person should order something different (so you can sample it all, of course). Don’t miss the signature house-smoked buffalo tenderloin. Couloir, a member of 1% for the Planet, follows an eco-friendly mission: The majority of ingredients come from farmers and ranchers within a 250-mile radius, and menus are designed seasonally to reduce its carbon footprint.
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Dolce
Hand-roasted coffee, desserts, doughnuts, breakfast tacos and frozen yogurt
Open daily from 8 a.m.-10 p.m. | 160 N. Cache
307.200.6071 | Visit Website
Dolce is the perfect place to begin and end your day or to grab lunch in the middle of it. Start the morning with a cup of gourmet coffee — pick from 14 types of beans, and staff will roast it while you enjoy the handmade doughnuts, cooked to order and served with three dipping sauces. Breakfast is served all day, but if you’re there for lunch, choose one of nine gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches, like the Granny, with sharp cheddar, bacon, tomato and grilled onions. Just add an egg to any grilled cheese and turn it into a breakfast sandwich. With a variety of items to satisfy any sweet tooth, stop in after dinner for one of the exquisite gourmet desserts. For a healthy, sweet treat any time of day, opt for frozen yogurt, which contains health-supporting probiotics and uses only wholesome sweeteners.
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e.leaven
All-day breakfast, lunch & assorted breads and decadent pastries
Open daily from 7 a.m.-3 p.m. | 175 Center St., One block off Town Square
307.733.5600 | Visit website
Take advantage of the warm summer months to enjoy e.leaven’s enormous salads, filled with all kinds of goodies and topped with homemade croutons made from the restaurant’s own loaves and bagels. While the salads are hearty, the deli sandwiches are massive and stuffed with delicious fillings, like the BLT with goat cheese layered on sourdough or the chicken with roasted chiles and jack cheese. They are served with a choice of coleslaw or homemade potato chips. E.leaven is one of the few places where you can order breakfast ALL Day. The deli and bakery offers what’s arguably some of the best corned beef hash and eggs this side of New York City. On your way out, don’t forget to buy a fresh, house-made loaf. The breads make the best sandwiches for mid-hike snacks.
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Giovannis
Medi-Italian
Open nightly at 5 | 690 S. Highway 89
307.734.1970 | Visit Website
Want classic Italian? This is your place. Looking for upscale Mediterranean-influenced dishes? You are in the right spot for that, too! Giovanni’s offers it all: antipasti, classic dishes such as eggplant Parmigiana, Lava Lake lamb, sausage lasagna, meatballs, wild mushroom pizza, Verdura salad, house-made pasta, stone-cooked pizza and desserts. Giovanni’s meatballs are a local favorite. In the mood for lighter fare? Try one of Giovanni’s scrumptious salads. With a classic bar and dining room filled with cozy booths, you can find a spot for the whole family or an intimate date. Try one of Giovanni’s creative cocktails, such as the basil mojito, an Italian margarita, or enjoy a glass of wine from their wine list. Don’t miss happy-hour bargains, which include half-price drinks and pizza from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Monday through Friday ... Mangia!
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The Gun Barrel
Family-style steaks and game
Open nightly at 5:30 | 862 W. Broadway
307.733.3287 | Visit website
Almost everyone who visits Jackson Hole wants to try elk or buffalo at least once while here. And while other places offer it, no one does steak and game like the Gun Barrel or offers a larger variety. Jackson’s legendary dining establishment has the town’s largest selection of high-end beef and game – all slow-cooked over an open river-rock mesquite grill – at prices you can afford. The popular restaurant also offers a great selection of fish, chicken and rib dishes. Take in the Old West in the Gun Barrel’s rustic lodge atmosphere, and check out their extraordinary collection of mounts and western memorabilia. As one of Jackson’s largest restaurants, the Gun Barrel is the perfect place for large groups, rehearsal dinners and parties of all sorts. Save room for dessert so you can try the restaurant’s mud pie of the day!
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43 North
At the base of Snow King with expansive decks and rooftop trattoria
Open daily at 11:30 a.m. (seasonal hours may apply) | 645 S. Cache
307.733.0043 | Visit website
Reclaimed barnwood floors, a 100-year-old walnut bar, a rock fireplace and expansive decks showcase the cuisine at 43 North, located at the base of Snow King. Since changing hands two years ago, Chef Richie Billingham has been serving up an eclectic array of dishes to satisfy the foodie in you. Try a hot buttered lobster claw BLT, a crispy chicken black-and-blue wedge, or spicy black bean-wrapped shrimp tacos for lunch. For dinner, make it the French onion soup, veal medallions with candied-bacon pappardelle noodles, Dijon-crusted rack of lamb with apple fries or the fresh catch of the day. The Wine Spectator-awarded wine list has something for everyone. Offering 17 beers on tap and an extensive wine-by-the-glass program, 43’s Happy Hour on the deck is a local institution. A seasonal wood-fired oven on the roof serves up Neapolitan-style pizza and other Italian favorites.
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Ignight Grill
Ignight Grill
Sushi and an array of options
Open nightly at 5 p.m. | 945 W. Broadway
307.734.1997 | Visit Website
Walking into Ignight, you’ll think you’re at a New York City club where bottle service is a must. Don’t let the sleek look fool you. Blue Collar Restaurant Group makes good food accessible to everyone with Ignight. You’ll find specialty cocktails made with freshly squeezed juices, sushi and options such as sliders, pizzas and sandwiches. It’s great for a date night or a dinner with friends. Begin with the Elk Hunter, a cocktail of tequila, grapefruit and agave syrup served in a sea salt-lined glass. If you like sushi, you can’t go wrong with any one of the rolls that can be made with white or brown rice. Do yourself a favor, and order the Ignight Roll, which comes with sesame-seared albacore tuna, avocado and soft-shell crab. Dining with someone who doesn’t like sushi? Choose the chicken sliders with fries or one of our seven fresh fish options, steak, duck or chicken dishes.
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Il Villaggio Osteria
Il Villaggio Osteria
Rustic Italian bistro in Teton Village
Open at noon for lunch, apres and dinner daily | In Hotel Terra
307.739.4100 | Visit Website
Whether it’s for a warming lunch break, an end-of-the-day Barbera or a dinner that compels you to linger all night long, Il Villaggio Osteria is a must-stop for any trip to the valley. At Osteria, as locals call it, you’ll find arguably some of the best Italian around, which is not surprising since Chef Paul O’Connor is a James Beard Awards nominee. O’Connor strives to make as much as he can from scratch, from the ricotta to the gnocchi. The menu offers a great selection of starters, homemade pastas and seasonal salads. Sit at the wine bar and nosh on plates of house-made sausage, salami and imported cheese while you wait for the wood-stone oven to fire perfect pizzas. Whatever you order, accompany it with a side of Brussels sprouts, which are washed in a tangy pomegranate sauce. Don’t be afraid to ask for suggestions from the extensive wine list. You’re sure to be impressed.
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The Kitchen
The Kitchen
Modern American cuisine
Open nightly at 5:30 | 155 N. Glenwood
307.734.1633 | Visit Website
If there’s a dish that’s a must-try at The Kitchen, it’s Jarrett Schwartz’s specialty from the crudo bar: truffled tuna. This dish — featuring ahi sashimi rolled around tuna tartare and drizzled with an Asian truffle sauce — is a favorite of anyone who tries it. Diners have been known to order one. Then another. But don’t stop there! The cuisine at The Kitchen embraces various culinary techniques — from crudo to pasta — that come together in a seamless, refined way. The menu utilizes all-natural, small-farm meats, seasonal vegetables and sustainable, fresh fish, all of which are complemented with an interesting cocktail and wine list. Save room for dessert. The fresh-baked cast-iron cookie topped with vanilla ice cream is worth it. The food here is clean and natural, and so is the atmosphere. Think modern comfort, with bamboo, warm light and a natural color scheme. And it gets better in summer, with one of the best decks downtown.
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Local
Modern American steakhouse and bar on the historic Town Square
Lunch from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Dinner at 5:30 p.m. | 55 N. Cache
307.201.1717 | Visit Website
Local Restaurant and Bar is Jackson’s quintessential farm-to-table restaurant where it’s not uncommon to sit next to the man who raised the cow or the woman who grew the salad greens. Here you’ll find a seasonally inspired menu emblematic of the area. Much of the beef comes from the Lockhart Cattle Company, less than 10 miles away. These hormone-free cattle have been reared on the Tetons’ grasses and spring-fed creeks. Local’s chefs have also revived the craft of in-house butchery, focusing on dry-aged steaks and house-made sausages. The commitment doesn’t stop at the butcher block. Art on the walls, cutlery on the tables and beers on tap are regional, too. You’ll also find fresh seafood, an extensive wine list and a lively bar scene with happy-hour deals. Grab a burger for lunch, or drinks and dinner, with a front-row view to watch the action on the Town Square.
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Mangy Moose
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and apres-ski in Teton Village
Open daily from 7 a.m.-2 a.m. | 2295 Village Drive
307.733.4913 | Visit Website
Everyone knows that with its piled-high nachos and savory drinks, the Mangy Moose is the place to go for après-ski. But don’t just frequent the saloon. The restaurant is a great option for fine dining, and the RMO Cafe downstairs offers one of the best breakfast options around. In this classic Teton Village building, you will find everything you need to get you through the day. Homemade tamales for breakfast served alongside gourmet coffee drinks will start your day out right. Grab a slice of New York-style pizza for lunch. Better yet, a whole pizza and bottle of wine to-go. Feel more like fine dining? The Mangy Moose Restaurant offers fresh dishes using the best ingredients they can source, including fresh salmon and local beef. The food isn’t the only thing that is authentic. Take a minute to explore the eclectic art and antique collection around the building, too.
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Merry Piglets
Merry Piglets
Fresh Tex-Mex food
Open daily from 11:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. | 160 N. Cache
307.733.2966 | Visit Website
Warning: You may be tempted to eat too many of Merry Piglets’ fresh chips and homemade salsa. Add the creamy queso dip, and you’ve surely ruined your dinner. It’s happened to many. Save room. Inside the bright walls of this 42-year-old eatery, you’ll find standard, delicious Mexican fare at great prices. Once you sip a margarita, you’ll be glad you stopped. Everything on the menu is made in-house and fresh to order. The diverse menu offers enough options for the family. Meats are pasture-raised and hormone-free. Fish for the incredible fish tacos is line-caught. The chicken fajita salad is a good alternative to one of the combo meals, but all are good options depending on your appetite. For vegetarians, choose the spinach quesadillas, loaded with fresh spinach and jack cheese. The margarita options will keep you in your seat long enough to digest it all.
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Million Dollar Cowboy Steakhouse
Steak and game in a historic Town Square building
Open nightly at 5:30 p.m. | 84 E. Broadway
307.733.4790 | Visit Website
When you think of Jackson cuisine, steak and game certainly come to the top of your mind. There is no better place to kick up your boots and enjoy a casual but fine dining experience than at the famed Cowboy Steakhouse. Located downstairs from the Million Dollar Cowboy Bar, the restaurant’s cozy booths are covered in knotty pine wood, and the setting is as western as the movie “Shane.” There is an underground “burger special” locals won’t always tell you about, offering a special deal if you are seated before 6:30, but you may not want to pass up the signature 20-ounce, dry-aged cowboy rib-eye or the 16-ounce, dry-aged buffalo cowboy-cut rib-eye, which are worth every last bite. This Town Square classic can accommodate families and intimate parties as well. Don’t forget to finish the meal with a creme brulee or Grandma Duke’s seasonal crisp.
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Nani's Cucina Italiana
Homemade, regional Italian cuisine, cozy ambiance
Open nightly at 5:30 | 242 N. Glenwood
307.733.3888 | Visit website
Craving comfort food? Then find Nani’s Italian Kitchen, where they make the pasta fresh and the sauces so good you will be wiping the bowl with the house-made focaccia. The ambiance in this off-the-beaten-path restaurant is cozy and warm. With vegetarian, meat and steak, seafood and gluten-free options, Nani’s offers everyone a delicious meal. The menu features European-style, regional Italian cuisine and changes seasonally to offer the freshest ingredients. In addition to making their own breads, stocks, sauces and desserts, Nani’s prides itself on using all-natural meats and sustainable seafood. Save room for dessert, such as Teton Tiramisu and Wyoming Cheesecake. Happy hour is 5:30–7 p.m. in Nani’s full bar, the Enoteca Sicula, which in addition to pouring Italian and New World wines, also serves great cocktails.
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Nikai Asian Grill and Sushi Bar
Sushi served in a casual, contemporary atmosphere
Open nightly at 6 | 225 N. Cache
307.734.6490 | Visit website
For all those sushi snobs out there who think you can’t get good sushi in the mountains, here are two words that will prove you wrong: Nikai Sushi. This downtown hot spot is hard to get a table at for many good reasons, not the least of which is their exceptional sushi. The fish is flown in fresh daily from all over the world, and what they do with it will rival anything you’ve ever had. In addition to sushi, Nikai offers Asian-inspired cuisine such as Snake River Farms kurobuta pork belly and miso-glazed black cod. The contemporary yet casual atmosphere is also a perfect spot to enjoy one of their signature cocktails. Reserve a booth, or try to grab a spot at the sushi bar for a front-row seat, and watch them roll your specialties. An award-winning wine list and extensive sake list complement the menu. Kids and gluten-free menus are available.
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Pinky G's Pizzeria
Award-winning New York-style pizza under the Pink Garter Theatre
Open daily from 11 a.m.-2 a.m. | 50 W. Broadway
307.734.PINK | Visit Website
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Plenty of critics have moved to Jackson declaring that no pizza can compare to their hometown favorite. That’s until Pinky G’s opened underneath the Pink Garter Theatre in the summer of 2011. Already voted Gold for the best pizza in Jackson Hole, you can find this hidden gem for unique pies such as the Abe Froman, with spiced Italian sausage, buffalo mozzarella and fresh, chopped basil. You’ll leave claiming Jackson’s pizza can compare with any big-city pie. You’ll find more than just delicious slices in this charming downtown spot. Families and the lunch crowd will be satisfied with the diverse sandwich and salad options, too. Come in and try the lunch specials, such as the $5 slice and tall boy, or the $7 slice, salad and soda. This is also a late-night mecca; get here early before the bar crowd. Try take-out or free downtown delivery, too.
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The Roadhouse Restaurant & Brewery
Eclectic roadhouse fare and brewery
Open nightly at 5 | Happy Hour 5-6 and 8-9 at bar | 2550 Moose Wilson Rd.
307.739.0700 | Visit Website
It’s not hard to see why The Roadhouse Restaurant and Brewery was included in Zagat’s list of high-end barbecue joints in the U.S. — right next to Thomas Keller’s Ad Hoc. On the award-winning menu you’ll find an eclectic mix of down-home staples, roadhouse food and sophisticated cuisine. And this winter, The Roadhouse is brewing beer just steps from the dining room. Roadhouse Brewing Co. offers craft beer options created from the highest quality ingredients. Spent grains are provided to Mead Ranch in Kirby, Wyoming, to supplement the feed for their cattle, which in turn will yield the restaurant’s proprietary beef blend, a beer-to-table concept that allows you to enjoy a locally sourced burger next to the beer that nourished it. Of course, this place is still known for meat that’s smoked in-house using hybrid fuel and wood.
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Rendezvous Bistro
Classic bistro fare with a worldly twist
Open nightly at 5:30 p.m. | Happy Hour at the bar 5:30-6:30 | 380 S. Broadway
307.739.1100 | Visit Website
Since opening a decade ago, this West Jackson establishment is the place to see and be seen in the valley. Locals call it “The Bistro.” You may just find yourself a few booths away from part-time residents Sandra Bullock or Harrison Ford, but this upscale restaurant is so unpretentious, you probably won’t even notice them. More than just a celebrity hangout, The Bistro has made a name for itself with its appealing cuisine: a creative take on classic bistro fare. Favorites include elk tartare served with hand-cut potato chips and the croque madame. If you like fried chicken, go on a Wednesday, when the dish is the nightly special. Make sure to book a reservation, as this place draws standing-room-only crowds most nights. A new deck is one of the best spots in the house. And don’t miss The Bistro’s sister restaurants, Il Villaggio Osteria (pg. 50), The Kitchen (pg. 51) and Q Roadhouse (pg. 56).
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Sidewinders American Grill & Tavern
All-American sports bar
Open daily from 11:30 a.m. | Hillside Building on Broadway
307.734.5766 | Visit Website
With a game room for kids, 40 televisions for sports fans and 15 salad options for ladies, you can’t go wrong coming to “The Winder” — as it’s known among locals — for lunch, dinner or a snack. The extensive bar offers 30 beers on tap and many appetizers to munch on in front of big-screen sporting events. The comprehensive menu will give you so many choices you may not be able to narrow it down. So don’t. Share a few plates of appetizers such as barbecue nachos, hot wings and cheese fries. Or, opt to build your own whole or slices of pizza (the carne asada is to die for). The menu offers 13 burgers, which can be made in Angus, turkey or buffalo, in many unique combinations. Try The Avocado, two patties topped with cheddar and avocado. If you come on a Sunday during football season, prepare for a party, and pick your seats carefully based on your favorite team’s fans.
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Snake River Brewery
Classic neighborhood brew pub with award-winning beers
Open daily for lunch and dinner | 265 S. Millward
307.739.2337 | Visit Website
Just a few blocks off the Town Square, Snake River Brewing is a great place to go any time of the day or night. Twice recognized as the Small Brewery of the Year, this award-winning neighborhood hangout known as “The Brewpub” has an incredible blend of die-hard locals and tourists alike. Dine and drink either upstairs or on the main floor, inside or on the decks. Can’t decide on a brew? Order the sampler tray to get a taste of what’s on tap before diving into a wide range of handcrafted cuisine items. No place in town beats the $7 lunch deal, happy hours and all-day menu items, including giant soft pretzels & award-winning wings along with soups and salads. For the main meal, a bevy of wood-oven pizzas, pastas, burgers and pub favorites are bestowed upon you. Don’t miss the handmade s’more for dessert before asking your server for beer or retail items to go!
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Snake River Grill
Modern American grill
Open nightly at 5:30 | 84 E. Broadway
307.733.0557 | Visit Website
After nearly 20 years, the Snake River Grill is still the local’s favorite go-to place. Whether at the intimate bar, featuring 300 wines and a signature cocktail list, or in the rustic-elegant dining room, it is a “must” for visitors who want at least one amazing meal while in Jackson. Its James Beard-nominated chef keeps things fresh, simple and seasonal. The menu is varied and always offers something unique, even for a seasoned foodie (think exotic mushrooms, green chickpeas or artisanal American hams). While there are standard favorites (potato pancake with smoked salmon, steak tartare pizza), the Snake River Grill is constantly evolving, with frequent menu changes and nightly specials, preventing regular diners from ever getting bored. Just make sure to save room for their baked-to-order dark chocolate souffle.
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Sudachi
Sushi and Japanese-inspired cuisine in a chic, intimate setting
Open nightly at 6 | 3465 N. Pines Way (The Aspens)
307.734.7832 | Visit website
Tucked away in The Aspens, Sudachi is one of the best-kept secrets around. With exceptional chefs, amazing drinks and a menu that will inspire you to order more and more, it should be on everyone’s must-try list. Fish is flown in from all over the world daily, which means dishes rival any you’d find around the world. Don’t miss the Thai-Suda roll (tempura shrimp, cucumber, kaiware hamachi, avocado, Thai basil, green curry and chive oil) or the Cowboy Crudo (wagyu N.Y. strip, garlic-infused olive oil, shoga, fresh wasabi, black pepper and sea salt). Sit back and allow the knowledgeable waitstaff to guide you. The chef’s tasting menu is an amazing treat for any special occasion. Specialty cocktails complement everything on the menu.
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Sweetwater Restaurant
Cabin restaurant serving “cowboy comfort” food since 1976
Open daily for lunch and dinner | 85 King St.
307.733.3553 | Visit Website
Visitors always want to know where they can get a good salad or sandwich. And locals always give them the same response: Sweetwater Restaurant. This historic downtown lunch staple offers a number of hearty sandwiches and a dozen salads to select from. With shady, outdoor seating that offers views of Snow King Mountain, and a cozy interior, plan to linger over your lunch at this log cabin. Start by ordering The Sweetwater, a refreshing combination of sweet tea vodka, lemonade and 7UP. Make sure not to miss the gyro (the only spot in Jackson for a gyro). If ordering a salad, choose the feta, herb and garlic salad dressing, which is as old as the 36-year-old restaurant. But Sweetwater is about more than just lunch. The dinner menu offers an upscale twist on traditional comfort food, such as Louisiana Gulf Stew and Wild West Chili. And dessert is amazing, too.
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Thai Me Up Brewery
Jackson’s original Thai restaurant
Open daily from 5 p.m.-late | 75 Pearl St.
307.733.0005 | Visit Website
This downtown spot has the notoriety of being the first Thai restaurant in Wyoming. The menu highlights offerings from all regions of Thailand, where the owner learned to cook — sometimes on a train — hence his Train-Style Fried Rice. In addition to standard favorites, Thai Me Up offers a unique twist — an in-house, award-winning brewery. With a rotating selection of West Coast-style pales, IPAs and double IPAs, Belgiums, Porters, Stouts and just about anything else, you won’t find beer like this anywhere. The bar offers a great selection of appetizers, such as pot stickers, Thai wings, spring rolls and $6 curry specials. If you really want a special evening, start with the flaming 45-ounce Bamboozled. Since you might be here for a while, Thai Me Up serves dinner and snacks until about midnight.
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Trio American Bistro
Serving a variety of cuisines in a relaxed atmosphere
Open nightly at 5:30 p.m. | 45 S. Glenwood
307.734.8038 | Visit Website
Trio is a downtown favorite. The atmosphere is hip, lively and inviting, like dining in a corner bistro in any big city. And the food? Some of the best in Jackson. Start dinner with a specialty cocktail like the blood orange margarita. Then, wait to be impressed by chef/owners Will Bradof and Paul Wireman, who pack the restaurant nightly with crowds seeking innovative dishes like the prosciutto and watermelon salad. The well-edited wine selection shows that Bradof and Wireman are just as good with their pairings as they are with their food. Reservations are a must, but if you find yourself without one, try to score a seat at the bar, a favorite spot for splitting a pizza, arugula salad and a bottle of Spanish red wine. There, you’re close enough to watch the action.
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The Wild Sage at the Rusty Parrott
Intimate dining in a AAA Four Diamond Award winner
Breakfast, dinner nightly at 5 | 175 N. Jackson St.
307.733.2000 | Visit Website
This cozy, 32-seat restaurant was first known to be the best breakfast in town for its hotel guests. While it may still be hard to get a seat if you don’t have a room key, outside guests are now welcome — when space is available — to enjoy the home-baked treats and amazing daily specials. Dinner at The Wild Sage has become the newest, best-kept secret in town with an inventive menu that incorporates game, meat and seafood while sourcing organic, sustainable and regional ingredients as much as possible. The ever-changing options offer seasonal cuisine and suggested by-the-glass wine pairings with each course. Questions about the food? The chef is working within sight in the exhibition-style kitchen and is available to discuss dishes. Also enjoy the small, sophisticated bar and den area, where you can enjoy a drink, or reserve the space for private dining opportunities.
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Silver Dollar Grill at The Wort
Sophisticated mountain cuisine
Open daily, breakfast 7-11 a.m.;
lunch 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; dinner 5:30-10 p.m.
800.322.2727 | Visit Website
With an in-house sommelier, The Wort Hotel’s Silver Dollar Grill now has a renewed focus on wine. In its new wine cabinet, you’ll find a broad range of varietals from France to California. On the menu, you’ll find recommended pairings, so there’s no guessing which bottle will best accompany the sophisticated mountain cuisine. For lunch, try the Snake River Farms Kobe burger. For dinner, order up the Grill’s signature bone-in rib-eye. One item not to miss any time of day: award-winning smoked pheasant soup. Inside at the Silver Dollar Bar, you’ll find a more casual atmosphere at this famous watering hole. Order a bartender’s margarita and sit at the bar, where 2,032 uncirculated 1921 Morgan Silver Dollars are inlaid in its surface. You can select from the full Grill menu in the bar or the bar menu.
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