Must Eat in Jackson Hole

Jackson Hole is a kind of place where you would like to stay back forever. The laid-back vibe and picturesque parks are sure to lure you every year.  Plan a trip to this fabulous place that seems to be straight out of a Western movie. Choose from one of those cabins in Jackson Hole to stay at and get into any kind of action you are looking for. There are miles and miles of beautiful terrain to explore as well as a bustling culinary scene to keep your gastronomical journey appeased. There are plenty of top spots to eat, drink and double-down in Jackson Hole. Enjoy exploring some of the finest bars and great dining options. There’s a wider selection here in Jackson Hole and menus that list out everything from the basic Western fare to Mexican to Thai and more. No matter wherever you dine, you will always get to pick from an impressive wine list, craft cocktails, and local brews.

For Mexican cuisine 

Warm up the chilly days in Jackson Hole with some spicy Mexican food. Merry Piglets and Pica's Taqueria are popular spots for those looking for Mexican fare. Merry Piglets offers more-than-generous portions while Pica's Taqueria is a favorite and serves authentic Mexican dishes at very affordable prices. Enjoy huge wet burritos, fish tacos and delectable chopped salads in their bright and colorful surrounding. The food is fresh while the margaritas are strong. At Merry Piglets, one can savor Mexican cuisine with a range of homemade sauces. Shrimp mango wraps, fajitas, carne asada and Tex-Mex–style seafood chimichanga are a favorite. Enjoy Tortilla Soup, Carnitas Burrito, Chipotle Carnitas Burrito and Shrimp Fajitas. Oscar Ortega’s CocoLove serves Mexican hot chocolate which is a blend of cocoa and spices.

For Italian cuisine 

Head towards Villaggio Osteria and Nani's Ristorante and Bar for some great Italian food with fresh, inventive touches. Sit on an open-air patio under the rustic barn wood timbers and columns at Villaggio Osteria and enjoy the bone-marrow bruschetta or the mozzarella figs stuffed with blue cheese. Do try out the generous slice of gooey lasagna. Nani's Ristorante and Bar is a great favorite with the locals and the tourists. Enjoy several Italian specialties such as braised veal shanks with saffron risotto as well as vegan and gluten-free plates. There is a fine selection of Italian and non-Italian wines. Depending on the locale, the menus focus on a different Italian region each month. Orsetto is a newly opened eatery, which is Italian-inspired and serves Negroni Bianco plus fried olives and gorgonzola cheese. You will love their chicken liver bruschetta and house-made pasta which are simply divine. Genevieve is an Italian-inspired eatery, and one can enjoy chicken liver bruschetta and house-made pasta here. End your meal with a cannoli and glass of Italian white.

Bar-B-Que Restaurants

Bar-B-Que food is an all-time favorite, and it is hard to resist those mouthwatering spareribs. Try out the busy barbecue joint at Jackson Hole, the Bubba's Bar-B-Que Restaurant offers the complete ranch-style meal. You certainly get the best value here in the joint that evokes the Old West ambiance. Enjoy succulent baby back ribs while sitting on the wooden booths and surrounded by antique signs and western paintings. They serve homemade pies and fudge-pecan in the desserts. There can be huge lines during the summer or winter.

For some great Thai food

If you love Thai food, then head straight for Teton Thai, located at the base of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. It is owned by people of Thai heritage, and the authentic taste reflects in their cuisine. Enjoy the classic Thai fare of noodle, rice and curry dishes that are offered in several vegan and vegetarian options. There are beer and wine served with the food.

For Chinese cuisine 

China Gourmet serves full-fare, Cantonese-style Chinese food. Enjoy the bowl of egg-drop soup as you watch big games on TV. There are more than a hundred things on the menu, and one can savor pork chops, hamburgers, shrimp and fried chicken, mushrooms and barbecue sauce and even spaghetti. The décor is Asian, and there is a Budweiser sign over the door.

For steak dishes at Steakhouse

Jackson's legendary steak dishes and carnivorous delights are slow-cooked. Browse the menus at quintessential steakhouses in Jackson Hole such as White Buffalo Club, Million Dollar Cowboy Steakhouse, and Westbank Grill. The dining atmosphere is rustic, and the service is fast and friendly. There is a wide variety of unique dishes such as velvet elk. Rustic Pine Steakhouse is one of Wyoming's more memorable spots while Svilars' Bar & Dining Room is a small family-owned restaurant that serves the best steaks. The Gun Barrel Steak & Game House and Burke's Chop House offer great dining options in casual elegance. Enjoy those tender medallions cooked in wine and served in sun-dried-tomato, and pepper sauce. Wash down the meat with scotches, bourbons, and wines. Snake River Grill offers innovative mountain cuisine, and its steak tartare pizza with house-made garlic aioli makes for one of the most memorable eating experiences. Other favorites are wild game chorizo–stuffed dates and jalapeño beer-battered onion rings.

For Coffee and Bakery delights

One of the most popular French-style bakery and coffee shop in Jackson Hole is the Persephone Bakery that servers dreamy toast combinations along with pastries and coffee. Pork and egg toast in maple cream and the Kentucky Breakfast are hugely popular. Pearl Street Bagels serves bagels that are so fresh and warm that there is no need to toast them. You can serve them with spicy house-made Mexican cream cheese and tomato herb.