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Our Favorite Restaurants the Area

Jackson, WY

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A wealth of dining options, many kid-friendly, on the Jackson food landscape.

We love food and feel so blessed that Jackson hosts incredible options.  In my opinion, they stand tall against what you may expect in a big city with a lot of variety and an incredibly talented group of chefs and artisans that make meals another special part of visiting Jackson Hole.  

The list below is a grouping of some of our favorites which cover your splurge dinners to your grab and go options both in town and in the village.  Enjoy!

Reservations are highly recommended almost everywhere in town, especially during the heart of the warmest and coldest times of the year.

For a Splurge Dinner:

Local

We love the sit-down options and burgers in the bar area are the best in town.  Solid kids menu too! 

Snake River Grill

We love all of the elk and steak options and they do some nice kid-friendly options too (simple pastas or smaller steaks), great desserts too! 

Cafe Genevieve

My favorite any time of day or night, wholesome home cooking, and...the Mac and cheese is delicious! 

Glorietta

Creative Italian tapas and great cocktails, simple kiddo options available too, awesome atmosphere.  If you love a family meal, sharing, and trying new things, this is a fun and super meal.

OYG

Awesome lasagna and gourmet pizza and salads too!

Low Key Dinner:

Teton Tiger   

Great kids noodles with veggies and chicken option 

Teton Thai in Teton Village

In Teton Village (can be challenging to find as it’s closer to the Ranch Lot and not in the village, great food and authentic experience

Pinky G's

Pizza, also available by the slice.

Snake River Brewing

Great pub-style food and kids menu.  Summertime offers an awesome lawn with yard games.     

Top Grab and Go Dinner:

Pica's

Simple and tasty Mexican with burritos, tacos, salads, and guacamole- the bean dip is also delicious.  Indoor and outdoor seating options, very family-friendly. Great for a grab and go or dine-in experience.  The best spicy margarita in town!

Handfire Pizza

New York-style pizza & good to-go options. 

Thai Plate

Definitely an underrated local favorite.  Hands down the best Thai food in Jackson Hole and great for takeout.

Lunch To Go:

Sandwich to-go options for a picnic or park excursion…

  • Persephone and Picnic - Check out the local's line app (it’s a game-changer!)

  • Creekside Market - Best option for sandwiches if you’re headed into GTNP or Yellowstone for the day.  

  • Lucky’s Market- Sandwiches from the Deli are on point and affordable.

  • Pearl Street Market - Delicious wraps and sandwiches right in Town Square.

  • Pearl Street Bagels - Bagel sandwiches outside of the town square.  

Favorite Brunch:

  • Cafe Genevieve  

  • Hatch 

  • Nora's   - Close to every local's heart, Noras offers a classic mom and pop American breakfast in beautiful Wilson, WY.

  • Persephone  - Wilson Location 

  • Bubba's - arrive before 11 AM for an awesome American breakfast.  

 

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