***** (5 stars)
Delightful gourmet food in the center of Jackson Hole. Really nice wine list.
The place is popular and can get noisey, so I suggest sitting at the counter that looks into the open kitchen and the wood fired oven.
Excellent mussels were a great appetizer. Salmon and elk were both good entrees. Friendly and professional service.
Trio American Bistro
45 S Glenwood Dr
Jackson, WY
83001
(307) 734-8038
https://www.yelp.com/biz/trio-american-bistro-jackson
**** (4 stars)
Competently executed Mexican food in a pleasant environment. Where else can you have enchiladas while watching skiers (although we were there in July). Well-stuffed chalupa, very tasty Chile relleno, so-so cheese enchiladas. HUGE margaritas!
Good service and nice ambiance.
El Abuelito Family Mexican Restaurant
385 W Broadway
Jackson, WY
83001
(307) 733-1207
https://www.yelp.com/biz/el-abuelito-family-mexican-restaurant-jackson
***** (5 stars)
Cozy little coffee shop with fresh pastries, a full range of espresso based drinks, plus cold brew.
Cowboy Coffee
125 N Cache St
Jackson, WY
83001
(307) 733-7392
https://www.yelp.com/biz/cowboy-coffee-jackson-2
**** (4 stars)
More of a sports bar/fantastic restaurant than a pub, but they do have a great selection of beers on tap. BBQ chicken Hawaiian pizza was okay but the crust want great. The BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger was excellent. Friendly service and open late.
Slippery Otter Pub
139 N Canyon St
West Yellowstone, MT
59758
(406) 646-7050
https://www.yelp.com/biz/slippery-otter-pub-west-yellowstone
**** (4 stars)
Considering the sandwiches here are prepackaged, they are surprisingly good, well-being stuffed with fresh ingredients. There also an assortment of to-go snacks and ice cream to enjoy while you wait for the geyser.
Old Faithful Inn Bear Paw Deli
1001 Old Faithful Rd
Yellowstone National Park, WY
82190
https://www.yelp.com/biz/old-faithful-inn-bear-paw-deli-yellowstone-national-park
***** (5 stars)
Delightful independently run inn with charming touches. Convenient location and friendly staff.
Nice rooms and a great breakfast included. Pancake making machines! And a coffee machine that makes great decaf espresso. Highly recommended.
Bavarian Inn, Black Hills
855 N Fifth St
Custer, SD
57730
(605) 673-2802
https://www.yelp.com/biz/bavarian-inn-black-hills-custer
*** (3 stars)
Adequate BBQ. A bit of an odd concept where food is sold deli style by weight even if you’re doing in. There is no condiment bar for BBQ sauce.
Of the three types of ribs we liked the Carolina mustard the best.
Brisket was fairly tough and dry.
Lilly’s Cole Slaw is refreshingly light.
Killy’s Smokehouse Deli
1062 E Brundage LnWarehouse Market
Sheridan, WY
82801
(307) 674-2104
https://www.yelp.com/biz/killys-smokehouse-deli-sheridan
**** (4 stars)
I love the Village Inn, and this location is no exception. The menu is vast, and their skillets are my favorite version of this breakfast item anywhere. I also love that they leave a thermos of coffee on the table. Service is consistently good, and the dining room is bright and cheerful in a fun retro way.
Village Inn
8370 Sherman St
Thornton, CO
80221
(303) 427-7555
https://www.yelp.com/biz/village-inn-thornton-8
**** (4 stars)
While pancakes and steak might sound like an odd combo, this is indeed a good place for breakfast or dinner.
The dinner menu contains a few entrees, steaked and Italian dishes, and lots of sandwich and burger options. My buffalo chicken sandwich was one of the most succulent and tender pieces of chicken I’ve had, and was perfectly sauced.
Prices are very reasonable, and the service is friendly and enthusiastic. The restaurant is attached to a lounge, so cocktails are also available.
Helen’s Pancake & Steak House
950 W Highway 20
Chadron, NE
69337
(308) 432-9958
https://www.yelp.com/biz/helens-pancake-and-steak-house-chadron
**** (4 stars)
Very good donuts, particularly the old fashioned. Although they are a bit overly sweet, they have great crust and moist center. The lemon version has a nice tang. Their maple glazing is also particularly flavorful.
There’s a nice shady outside seating area that’s away from the street.
Daylight Donut Bakery
231 E 3rd St
Chadron, NE
69337
(308) 432-4678
https://www.yelp.com/biz/daylight-donut-bakery-chadron