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Where Locals Eat in Jackson Hole

The restaurants Jackson Hole locals actually go to. Skip the tourist traps and eat like a resident.

8 restaurants in this guide

Locals in Jackson Holeโ€”the people who live here year-round and work in the service industry, ski patrol, or outdoor guidingโ€”don't eat at the same places tourists do. They know where the value is, where the food is consistent, and where they can get a meal without running into a crowd of visitors.

Nora's Fish Creek Inn in Wilson tops many locals' lists. Yes, tourists have discovered it, but this James Beard-recognized breakfast spot maintains its local soul. The Wilson location means fewer casual visitors, and the food delivers. Under new ownership, they've added dinner service that's worth trying.

Rendezvous Bistro, south of downtown, is a longtime locals' favorite that flies under the tourist radar. The seafood-focused American bistro fare is consistently excellent, and the regulars at the bar have been coming for years.

For a quick bite, locals hit D.O.G. and Creekside Market for breakfast burritosโ€”efficient, delicious, and priced for people who live here. The Virginian Saloon is the dive bar where locals drinkโ€”pool tables, cheap drinks, and no pretense.

Bin22 has cultivated a devoted local following for its wine bar atmosphere and small plates. It feels like a secret, even though it's not.

Local Tips

  • Locals avoid the Town Square during peak tourist seasonโ€”follow their lead.
  • Wilson and south Jackson have more local-oriented spots with easier parking.
  • Ask your server or bartender where they eatโ€”hospitality workers know the real scene.
  • Shoulder seasons (April-May, October-November) are when locals reclaim the restaurants.

Aurora

$$$$ American, Fine Dining Snow King

Elevated American cuisine at 7,808 feet with stunning Teton views. Executive Chef Brandon Hicks brings Michelin-starred experience to this gondola-accessed mountaintop restaurant. Open Thursday-Monday starting at 4:30 PM.

View Reservations Required Full Bar Gondola Access