Located at the National Museum of Wildlife Art in Jackson, Wyoming, Palate has emerged as a must-visit lunch destination. This hidden gem combines an upscale yet relaxed atmosphere, drawing in both locals and visitors alike. Reviewers rave about the attentive service and fresh, flavorful dishes that emphasize healthy, locally-sourced ingredients.
Stephan P. describes the café's vibe as upscale yet easy-going, while Todd Christenson enjoyed the unparalleled outdoor seating with stunning views after a morning hike. The menu showcases highlights like the Casper Power Bowl and the Palate Burger, both of which have received enthusiastic praise for their quality and prompt service, even during busy hours.
V-Man lauded the unique setting with vistas overlooking the Elk Refuge, enhancing the dining experience. He particularly enjoyed the Trout Fish & Chips and creative appetizer of roasted peaches and tomatoes. The dessert, a delightful Lemon Posset, left a lasting impression as well.
Overall, Palate stands out not only for its delicious fare but also for its picturesque location, making it a top recommendation for anyone exploring Jackson Hole.
Amenities and More
Service options
Outdoor seating
Takeaway
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Great cocktails
Popular for
Lunch
Solo dining
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Alcohol
Beer
Cocktails
Coffee
Comfort food
Healthy options
Organic dishes
Vegetarian options
Wine
Dining options
Lunch
Dinner
Catering
Dessert
Seating
Table service
Amenities
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Family friendly
Groups
Tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs
Kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Parking
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Reviews For Palate
Stephan P
Jun 22,2025
A nice restaurant cafe with an upscale but also easy going vibe. Service is attentive. Food is fresh and tasty with a focus on healthy and local. You don't need a museum ticket to dine here. It's one of the hidden gems in the Teton National Park for best eating spots!
Todd Christenson
Jun 2,2025
Stopped in for lunch after a morning of hiking in Teton. Chose to wait for outdoor table and glad we did, the view is amazing! My wife and I shared the Casper Power Bowl and the Palate Burger with the subbed grilled chicken breast and the subbed cup of Game Stew. The food was out quickly despite being busy and was excellent! The service was also top notch. Already trying to figure out how to make it back during the remainder of our trip.
Mark Shearon
May 14,2025
Great lunch in a wonderful spot inside the National Museum of Wildlife Art. The wild game stew was very flavorful without being spicy and the chicken salad sandwich was perfect "light bite" for lunch.
V-Man
Apr 22,2025
This is probably the coolest, most unique spot I've ever had lunch at. I'm not even sure what to compare it to because it's literally perfect. It's max 10 minutes outside of Jackson Hole, but it's totally worth the drive. The restaurant is located at the National Museum of Wildlife Art, which is a great experience itself that you can check out after lunch or while you wait for your table. You can either choose to sit inside or outside, and of course we sat outside. The patio view had me at a loss for words. It overlooks the Elk Refugee and mountains in a distance. The view itself is worth coming here. The menu is close second. I started off with their Bloody Mary which had a pretty spicy kick, but that's the way I like it. It was served really tall glass, so I enjoyed it for the whole meal. For appetizer we had the peaches & tomato plate. It was definitely creative and enjoyable, and I'm glad it wasn't filling because the main course portions definitely will fill you up. My girlfriend ordered the Casper Power Bowl which looked absolutely amazing, and we even paid extra 8 extra to have bison meat. I couldn't decide between their Palate Burger or the Trout Fish & Chips. Our great waitress recommended I try the Trout Fish & Chips since that's her favorite, and she didn't steer me wrong. For dessert, we shared a small Lemon Posset, which is a vanilla bean cream with fresh berries served in a really small cup. This place was perfect, and I will forever recommend it to people if I hear they're visiting Jackson Hole. Love love love!
Taylor Enabnit
Apr 7,2025
Super unique location and view. A total gym of a find and the food was incredible. Maybe our favorite meal in JH. The dumplings (not pictured) were possibly the best I’ve ever had and better than the super expensive ones at Kampai in downtown.
Amy Moore
Apr 7,2025
The views were spectacular. The food was so delicious. I had the French Onion Grilled Cheese, get it, you won’t be disappointed. And, our server Doug has the best personality and did a superb job. It’s a must if you are visiting Jackson Hole. 10/10
Alice Feeney
Apr 6,2025
We ate outside, lovely porch area overlooking the Elk Refuge. Sunny day, windy but still nice outside in August. This place is popular, get there early, we did. Food was good, I got game stew and grill cheese. Definitely tasty. My Husband got Chicken salad sandwich with a beet salad. Not a lot of beets, mostly lettuce. He said chicken Salad could use more chicken, less decorations. Waiters were great. Really nice laid back comfortable place.
K. Prkr
Mar 23,2025
Inside the museum, you find this little treasure by the gift shop. We stopped in at lunchtime in the middle of January. I got the grilled cheese with French onions, and my husband got the elk meat wrap. For the appetizer, we got the pot stickers, which were cooked to perfection. All the food was wonderful, the staff very friendly, with a great location north of Jackson across from the elk refuge. Will go back when we visit the area again.
Reviews For Palate