There’s something timeless about cheese. It’s nostalgic and comforting, but also endlessly adaptable—especially in Jackson Hole, where chefs turn molten, melty goodness into dishes that feel right at home in mountain winter.
From bubbling alpine fondues to decadent mac and cheese and cheese-laden pizzas, Jackson Hole delivers no shortage of ways to indulge. Here’s a curated taste of the cheesiest dishes worth seeking out right now.
Oozy & Cheesy Dips
When the craving is pure melt-factor, these dishes deliver.
Classic alpine fondue reigns supreme at The Bistro at the Alpenhof, where emmentaler and gruyère melt together with white wine and an array of dippers that turn dinner into an experience. Aurora offers a similarly indulgent fondue—this one paired with sweeping views from Snow King Mountain.
For a more casual approach, The Handle Bar serves a giant soft pretzel with house-made beer cheese that’s practically made for après-ski. Downtown, Trio elevates bar food with waffle fries draped in blue cheese fondue, while Roosevelt’s brings the heat with its bubbling jalapeño cheese dip.
Looking for comfort with a twist? Glorietta’s raclette—melted over focaccia with pancetta and caramelized leeks—hits all the savory notes.
Shareable Starters & Apps
Cheese-forward starters shine across the valley.
Fresh house-made mozzarella stars at Bin22, while Gather offers both a wild mushroom toast layered with blue cheese and a crowd-pleasing burrata served with fig jam and warm naan. At FIGS, tangy shankleesh brings Lebanese flair, while Sidewinders’ fried mozzarella squares deliver pure nostalgia.
Other standouts include Spur’s bubbling baked mozzarella skillet, Dornan’s baked brie with huckleberry-jalapeño compote, The Mangy Moose’s fried cheddar curds, and playful mac and cheese bites at Local.
Charcuterie & Cheese Boards
For those who prefer to savor slowly, Jackson Hole’s cheese boards don’t disappoint.
Gather, Local, and The Bistro at the Cloudveil all offer thoughtfully curated boards with rotating selections of cheeses and meats. Bin22 lets you build your own board and pair it with a bottle from their wine shop, while Osteria and Glorietta lean into European classics.
For alpine ambiance, Piste tops it all—literally—with charcuterie served high above the valley.
Mac & Cheese To Die For
Mac and cheese gets the glow-up it deserves in Jackson.
Sidewinders’ Cowboy Mac piles BBQ pulled pork onto creamy penne, while The White Buffalo Club goes all in with smoked lobster mac and cheese topped with a golden crust. For something classic and comforting, Big Hole BBQ’s mac and cheese delivers every time.
Cheese-Lover Pizza
Pizza purists and cheese maximalists alike have options.
Dornan’s Mount Owen layers four cheeses over sundried tomato pesto, while Pinky G’s is beloved for its gooey, foldable slices. Calico balances earthy mushrooms with goat cheese, and Osteria’s Margherita proves simplicity still wins. Craving deep dish? Wilson’s Pizza has you covered.
Want More?
This is just a taste. If you’re ready to dig deeper into the cheesiest dishes Jackson Hole has to offer—including even more insider picks—be sure to grab a copy of the Winter Edition of Dishing for the full, cheese-forward deep dive.
Because winter—like life itself—is short. Eat the cheese.
