Western steakhouse wines that pull their weight
Jackson · Jackson · American · Visit Website ↗
Reviewed by the RagingWine Tasting Desk · May 4, 2026
RagingWine reviewed The Silver Dollar Grill’s wine list and gave it The Reliable — RagingWine’s Vibe-Check rating. How RagingWine reviews wine lists →
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Walk into the Silver Dollar Grill and the vibe is immediately clear — this is a place that takes its beef seriously, and the wine list is built to match. It's California-heavy and crowd-forward, which makes sense given the Jackson Hole tourist pull, but there's enough depth here to reward someone who looks past the first page.
The list runs 150-250 bottles with a predictable but well-executed lean toward California Cabernet and Chardonnay, backed by some French selections that give it a touch of legitimacy — Louis Jadot holding down Burgundy, Chateau Ste. Michelle representing the Pacific Northwest. Stag's Leap and Duckhorn show up as the kinds of names that read well on a menu in ski country, and Far Niente Chardonnay adds a prestige anchor at the top end. What you won't find is much in the way of surprises — no natural wine detours, no deep Rhône rabbit holes — but the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence it's held since 2014 tells you the fundamentals are consistently handled right.
Twelve to twenty pours by the glass is a respectable count for a steakhouse of this size, ranging from $10 to $18. The range should cover you whether you're splitting an appetizer or nursing a glass through the whole bison dinner — just don't expect the pour list to rotate aggressively or chase anything seasonal.
Chateau Ste. Michelle Riesling — $40
At the bottom of the price range, this Washington Riesling is the sleeper pick on a list that otherwise skews toward big reds. It's a genuinely versatile wine that cuts through rich dishes and doesn't ask much of your wallet.
Louis Jadot Burgundy
Most tables here are ordering Caymus without a second thought, which means the Jadot often gets overlooked. For anyone who wants something with a little more finesse and Old World structure alongside the rack of lamb, this is the quiet move.
Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon
Look, it's not a bad wine — but in a tourist-facing steakhouse in Wyoming, Caymus is going to carry a markup that rewards the restaurant far more than it rewards you. The name recognition gets priced in hard here.
Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon + Wyoming beef tenderloin
Jordan has the structure to stand up to a serious cut of beef without the heavy oak sledgehammer of some California Cabs. It's a classic combination that earns its reputation — the wine's dark fruit and restrained tannins let the tenderloin do its job.
✔️ The Bottom Line
The Silver Dollar Grill isn't going to blow any wine nerds away, but it's a dependable, well-maintained list that respects its audience and earns its Award of Excellence. If you're in Jackson and ordering a serious piece of Wyoming beef, you'll drink well here — just come in with a budget and skip the Caymus.
Jackson · Jackson · Canadian, French
Wild Sage is a genuinely surprising wine destination for Jackson — a lodge-dining room that earns its Wine Spectator badge with France and California depth that few mountain-town restaurants bother to build. Prices trend high, but if you're already eating here, lean into the Burgundy section and let the fireplace do the rest.
Solid Range
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Proper
Jackson · Jackson · Italian
Glorietta is doing something genuinely uncommon for a mountain resort town: running a focused, Italy-first wine program that actually earns its Wine Spectator credential. Prices run steep — this is Jackson Hole, after all — but if you're after serious Italian wine with your house-made pasta, this is your spot.
Old World Focus
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
Town Square · Jackson · Steak House
The Million Dollar Cowboy Steakhouse has a sommelier, a Wine Spectator credential, and a list that knows its audience — which is Jackson tourists who want great steak and great Napa Cab, full stop. Send a friend here if they want a proper California red with a serious piece of beef; just warn them to skip Opus One and let Jordan do the work.
Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Knowledgeable & Friendly
Set & Forget
Proper
Eagle Ranch · Vail · American
The Wild Sage is your dependable neighborhood spot in Eagle Ranch — the wine list won't blow your mind, but it won't embarrass you at dinner either. Watch the markups on the top-shelf Napa bottles and stick to the mid-range, and you'll be fine.
Crowd Pleasers
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
Downtown Waterfront · Traverse City · American
Warehouse Kitchen + Cork won't win any awards for depth or ambition, but it plays its hand honestly — fair prices, solid local representation, and a full by-the-glass program that respects your wallet. If you're in Traverse City and want a glass of something local with a water view, this works.
Crowd Pleasers
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
West Truckee · Truckee · American
Sunnyside is a casual lodge restaurant wearing a serious wine list under its flannel — the markup is steep and it won't win any awards for staff expertise, but the producer lineup is legitimately impressive for where you're sitting. If you're already at the lake, this is absolutely worth ordering a real bottle.
Solid Range
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Occasional
Acceptable
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