Dornan's Chuckwagon

The best thing about this place is that you have a wonderful view of the Tetons while you are eating. It seems to stay fairly busy during the daylight hours as it is the only substantial place to get food within 10 miles either way of Moose Jct and there are many tourists driving US 89 to get a good look at the Tetons while They offer a limited variety of sandwiches, soups (including green chili) and salads for which you stand in line to order and pay and then have the food delivered to your table when ready. The beer selection is limited but offers good local beers along with the bland American regulars. The prices are what you would expect for a tourist place, moderately higher than at your home restaurants, but not outrageous. The parking can be tough as there are a lot of people stopping to shop at the adjacent general store, the pizza joint, and the bar.

The name says it all—this spot captures the rustic charm of a classic chuckwagon experience. The outdoor seating is cozy, with picnic tables, a covered wagon, and even a teepee tent adding to the atmosphere. Cooking is done right in the pavilion, which makes the experience feel authentic and inviting. We had breakfast, and it was spot on. The eggs were cooked perfectly, the bacon was crisp, and both the French toast and pancakes were absolutely delicious. It’s not gourmet dining, but that’s not the point—the setting, simplicity, and quality make it a delightful stop. A perfect way to start the day in the Tetons!

We ordered chicken burgers and they were good! They have tons of outdoor (with sun protection) and indoor seating. Service took a bit of time (15-20 mins), probably since it was peak hours. They also had a play area for kids!

If you want low-end industrial quality food, (school food from the 70s) this may be the place for you! We had breakfast there. They don't serve eggs with cheese since they don't serve cheese during breakfast. There is a break between 11-12 to switch over to lunch. They don't tell you to get your own coffee or silverware. The pancakes were ok with enough syrup and honey on them. Even that didn't help the sausage. Oh, don't arrive close to 11 or they'll be out of several things ... except beer. Seems they offer that all day! The eggs were tolerable. Overall, I wouldn't bother coming here again. I'd rather just buy a snack from the store. My wife and I feel the same way, and we're not picky eaters. Save the $30 for 2 breakfasts here and go to Signal Mt Lodge for good food, service, and views. Oh, and you're in the airports flight path.

I had very low expectations but this place still managed to disappoint me. From the very first moment we were (not) greeted by a rude cashier who seemed annoyed by having to take our orders. There were employees carrying on with each other with little regard for customers. Cashier didnt ask what kinda cheese we want on our burgers so I assumed there was no options. The default is NO cheese? The saddest $20 burger I ever ate. Asking what kind of cheese I want would have made the bill (and their tip) bigger. A friendly hello may also have helped. You would think these adult children (employees) would be at least smart enough to act in their own self interest. Again I expected very little from this place but it could be so much better with so little change. The manager needs to find a better cashier at least she was miserable. We ate here 5pm on 9/3/2025.

Sourdough pancakes are really delicious and the setting cannot be beat! Dinner is fine but breakfast is highly, highly recommended.

Delicious lunch with unbeatable views of the park. We had the huckleberry turkey sandwich (which I would order again), beef tip sandwich, buffalo burger and pork sandwich. Quick service, nice outdoor seating options in sun or shade or in the teepee! Yellow jackets were pesky but are just part of being able to see the mountains.

Great place to eat good food and spectacular views. Outside eating, with some covering from the sun if you want that. BBQ, Breakfast & 🍔 Burgers in a seasonal resort setting. Fast service, live 🎶 music.

I'm surprised so many people had negative experiences here. My friends and I came for dinner on a Saturday around 6 pm since we needed to kill some time before sunset, and this happened to be nearby. For dinner they were offering a $27-29 buffet with your choice of meat (choice of chicken, beef short ribs, Idaho red trout, or baby back ribs) and unlimited sides which included mashed potatoes, corn on the cob, beans, vegetable stew, and cornbread. I opted for the bbq beef short ribs, and while they weren't exactly bbq (it was more like a stew), the meat was incredibly tender and flavorful. Some of my friends ordered the baby back ribs and we all agreed that the bbq beef ribs were our favorites. All the sides were great as well, but sadly I had limited stomach space since I wasn't prepared for the buffet and didn't eat much of them. They have a couple of seating areas, included a large tent with shade, but we opted to sit in the giant teepee for the cooler experience.

This was an awesome place to stop and have breakfast or lunch at while taking in the sights and views of the Grand Tetons and enjoying a good meal! Highly recommend this restaurant and will definitely be back again next time I'm in town!

Despite being pretty bumpin already, ice cream hasn't opened yet for the season. No problem, we came back for breakfast. Not sure why we bothered. This place is especially bad, which is kind of confusing because the pizza place on the same property is lovely. The food here was awful; the sourdough pancakes were too chewy to cut with a fork and tasted like yeast. I don't know what I was expecting. They don't have sides that aren't meat, so if you're vegetarian it's not a great deal. My companion described his French toast as "aggressively mediocre" but then tried a bite of my discarded breakfast and said it was truly terrible. The coffee is self-serve in tiny plastic mugs. At the risk of coming across extra crunchy, hot beverages out of plastic just feels wrong. The cute ambiance is literally the only reason for the second star. Bummer of a breakfast spot.

Loved lunch here after Delta Hike. Got fries, grilled cheese and chili. Fantastic energy and staff!

Sure, the ambiance is great. You can see the mountain just fine, but the food isn't good. Dry turkey clod on stale bread and a side of cold fries. You're better off just going back into town for lunch.

Cool place near Grand Teton National Park. In fact, we came here twice. First time outside at the grill, second time in the restaurant. Food was delicious, staff was very friendly, and the entire vibe was good with all the people - it was very busy.

Paid $30 for a pancake plate and a French toast plate. Took 30 minutes to get and it was all cold. Scrambled eggs looked like the scrapings you scrape out of the pan after you cook them. Sausage was nasty. Pancakes should not be made of sourdough

Food was cold. Bacon and sausage half raw. Took about one hour to get food. Worst breakfast every.

We've been a couple of times and enjoyed the experience. The brisket sandwich and the pulled pork sandwich are exceptional. So are the fries! The burgers are okay but not awesome. Fun venue. Nice to sit outdoors. Staff don't appear very happy to be there but they get the job done. We asked one server for forks (there were none) and she just looked at us and walked away without a word. Given that staff experience, don't bother tipping. I won't do so here again.

Sit for the view. The food sucks and the service is bad too. They are also the only option around. The pancake is not edible

Went to Moose, WY and stopped in for some lunch. I tried to check in when we got there but the cell service for AT&T stinks and there wasn't any WiFi. But on to lunch. This is an open air kitchen under a pavilion along with an open air pavilion with pick nick tables. The food we ordered took a very long time. From order time and getting #72 until the food got to our table was about 40 minuets. Too long Guys!!! The food was good and it was hot. My burger was great and the cup of chili was very good. Sara had a pulled pork sandwich and coleslaw and she said it was also very good. Points get deducted because the food took soooooo long and the people responsible for bussing the tables were not doing their job.

This place was recommended to me by my tour guide the previous day as well as by someone at the hotel. The view is incredible of the Tetons. Ordering and seating is all outside, they did have a tent set up to help block the wind. I got the chuck wagon breakfast with pancakes, eggs and bacon. It was pretty good-- bacon was definitely the best part. I also got a hot chocolate, probably made with water. The staff was all nice to me, brought my meal out and then brought out silverware and syrup for me so I didn't have to go back it into the wind. Restrooms were clean too.

Great service and great food! We got the Pulled Pork Sandwich with fries and the Teton Lemonade Sloshie. Great food with such a beautiful view!

Drove over to try this place after hiking Bradley-Taggart Lake Loop. Yummy burger and fries and the Jenny Lake Lager was a perfect beverage to go with. Staff were friendly, service quick, and the views are worth the stop.

Just FYI to whoever I spoke to today who told me that the staff are simply following health department procedures when I noticed a staff member preparing ready to eat food (bun and chips to go with a bait get) with bare hands. This is from the Teton County Rules for Food Safety guide and here is the recommendation.

Don't do it. Just keep going to Jackson or wherever your final destination is located to find food. If you are like us and were surprised to discover the Jackson Hole airport has no food, then you might have ventured out here to find some grub. The teepee is cute. It looks like a little town and they have a couple of food options. The chuckwagon cast irons look picturesque, and they even offer alcoholic slushies. The Tetons in the background make great photo opps. But then you order. You watch them take the meat entrée out of a warming bin. You start to wonder how long it has been there. They douse the meat in oil and bbq sauce and warm it back up or lightly char it. Then you go to the cast iron vats and the food suddenly doesn't look as appealing. Really now, how long has this food been out? In the end, it didn't taste bad and no one got sick, but I would only return in an emergency or to use the atm.

Food was okay but did not live up to description on the website. Service was good and food arrived quickly. Unfortunately that is about all that was positive. View clearly cannot be beat!!

We shared a great tasting pulled pork sandwich and fries. The food was timely and delivered to our table. Good eating, but have one comment about the facility. A suggestion for continuing a good food experience - upgrade the pathway to the bathrooms and the bathrooms themselves. My wife nearly twisted her ankle by stepping in a hole while headed over there. The bathrooms are outdated, not real clean, and need regular attention to ensure they are picked-up and supplied.

Had mixed experience here. This is rustic outdoor dinning. Known for their slow cooked pulled pork sandwiches. The kitchen staff is slow to fill orders but the pulled pork itself was good. The sandwich had no juice on it and was a bit dry, at least until I put some of the good BBQ sauce on it. The fry's were McDonald's style and taste(less). Was expecting a very different experience but not so. Needs someone to come in and up their game a few notches to be a must stop for lunch. Okay, but won't be back due to price, slow food delivery, and less than expected experience.

Save your time and money. The chili seemed to the from a can. The $18 burger was a frozen patty. The only thing here is location but the food is a rip off and just not good at all. Go to the pizza place instead.

Decided to eat here while in town with our family. This place was recommended for its chuckwagon buffet style dinner & the amazing views. Upon looking at the menu they give you a choice of 3 proteins along with several side dishes and the salad bar. The prices were quite high, but we were willing to give it a try. First thing they did was hand us a pile of dirty plates, which made us leery of what was to come. The salad bar was a disaster area & unattended. Empty bottles of dressing & they ran out of corn bread. We moved on and saw 4 large sloppy kettles filled with side dishes which were not marked and you grabbed the large spoons to serve yourself. No one there to help, answer questions, or keep it tidy. The options were smashed potatoes, some sort of beans, corn on the cob & beef stew. The beans & potatoes we're flavorless, corn was mushy & beef stew was just mediocre. We felt like the side items offered were cheap, but would have been acceptable if they tasted better. When we got to the end of the line to get our main dish we were greeted by a young man who was extremely flustered & could not keep up with the flow of guests coming up to get their food. He kept apologizing, and we felt bad that there was no one there to help him. So all of us just stood there and waited while our side dishes went cold. There was a tiny piece of chicken offered, ribs that were cold & trout cooked in a butter bath. Out of the 3, choices the trout was over cooked, but at least had some flavor. Overall after paying their over inflated prices we felt a bit ripped off and would not recommend this place to anyone. Seems like the place was being run by a bunch of teens & the only adult we saw was running the bar area. It was disorganized and desperately needed some proper "adult" management. It was a real shame because this place could really be something special if they just step up the menu & properly manage the cleanliness & service. Only giving 1 star for the amazing location & views. Plus they did have some live entertainers the day we were there, which was nice and the patrons all seemed to be enjoying.

Had a blast. Only problem I had was with Honest R. and Rob S. they are just awful they made staff members cry and were disrespectful to the end but the staff was sweet and respectful 10/10 would go there again as along as Honest R. and Rob S. are not lol

What a disappointing experience. We are locals and came to enjoy the Monday night Hootenanny at dornan's. The chuckwagon only served sandwiches and were out of half their menu (brisket, pulled pork, bacon, and avocados. There was no soap in the ladies restroom. There were numerous dogs there even though it's in the national park and dogs are not allowed further than the parking lot. When I spoke to an employee who was petting her friend's loose German shepherd who peed next to the ordering line, I was told that she works there and had spoken to her boss about having a loose dog running around the chuckwagon, and that she said it was ok (which I doubt because again, we are in Grand Teton National Park). That dog was not leashed, wandered and begged food from people for two hours. Why are the rules posted on both entrances of the chuckwagon not enforced? Such a shame that a business in the park would let their employees blatantly break the rules.

This is the squarest 4 I've ever given. Never a 5, as long as they serve the three-star food I had experienced at such premium prices. Quite the anomaly: this enterprising monopoly of commerce staked firmly within the boundaries of a national park. You'd think the Dornan's would capitalize upon the location cheat codes they have so cunningly activated, and thusly deliver a spectacular product as a fitting homage to the location gods. You'd be wrong. What is found within is sadly pure capitalization, being nearly all stick and no carrot. You can nearly smell the money being counted. The food at the Chuckwagon is sub-par in the kindest of light - teetering onto abysmal. I ordered the $15 Bison burger - with it's superlatively "generous" handful of Ruffles Potato Chips to accompany. I also bargained to try a bowl of their chili - I've won contests in chili, so I had to try it. Of the most remarkably delicious and charismatic Bison burgers throughout Colorado that I've had, I can attest that this did not join those ranks. This burger has more in common with a Sam's Club frozen patty than any of the great - cheaper, mind you - Bison I've had. It's a real shame they're using Bison, because it tasted like cheap, unseasoned beef. Near flavorless, I was taken aback by the way it looked versus how it tasted. Dry and lifeless - instead of rich and flavorful. Here's a hint: don't cook it so long, put a pad of butter on it when done, and grill some yellow tomatoes to top it with. Trust me. The Chili was quite literally abysmal. I could not finish the small cup-sized bowl. At a $2 substitution charge levied to option for something other than the greasy handful of bagged ruffles they generously provide, I assure you, the reader, that the lion's share of your $2 goes directly towards replenishing their chili powder reserves. Of substance in that bowl, I can further attest that 2/3 of what was in my bowl was purely chili powder and water; the rest was pinto beans, and an indistinguishable meat product. It was bitter, sour, and spicy to a fault. I added a packet of sugar to assist with consumption, and it did nothing. Quite possibly the most seasoning-dense and terrible bowl of chili I have ever had. Let me do you a favor, Dornan's: quit making this item. Buy Hormel's Chili, and add two kinds of canned beans to make it more original. The money is what you're about, and this should maximize it further. The final star is gleaned from the timeless backdrop, and is the only reason I spent $18 on a bland burger and a bowl of wetted chili powder. Their dining tables sit just underneath the Grand Teton mountain, which makes for a wonderful lunch no matter the substance. How tragic, that with more than half the battle won, Dornan's shirks the constant flow of free foot traffic, and participates in the money grab like all the other vagabonds outlying the great American road trip. What a wonderful letdown to behold - the "city of Dornan". So much potential. Their Ice Cream cart across the way - assuredly stocked by blue bunny or something - was surprisingly excellent. It's a good value, and the most refreshing of items. I got a two-scoop Huckleberry and Mint in a cone, and we're still talking about it. Maybe it was just the scenery, but what an ice cream - and at under $4 as well. I'm sure it will be going up however. C'est La Vie!

I wasted an hour of my time and $7 worth of gas going to this place from Jackson, only to be told they wouldn't serve me because I had my dog with me. The signs very clearly said no dogs allowed so this would be understandable if I hadn't CALLED AHEAD to ask if I could eat with my dog. I was told 'it wouldn't be a problem.' There was no sympathy from the staff when I explained it. I asked if I could eat at the outside picnic table in the corner of the yard away from everyone and they re-explained that the signs very clearly say 'no pets'. I responded the sign was hard to read 15 miles away in Jackson Wyoming. I'm eating at MacPhails in Jackson, because they will allow me to eat outside with my dog.

Order at the counter, food brought to your table. For a quicky lunch not bad. Outside seating and under roof (when cold they enclose the seating area with clear plastic). BLTA sandwich with side of coleslaw was pretty good $9.50 Beef Brisket sandwich was ok however I wasn't that impressed. Bread seemed not to be that fresh and the quality of meat just average $11.50 Large can of Montucky beer was only $2.50

Amazing food, drinks, and fast service! I highly recommend the Teton lemonade, chili, and the sour burger. Everything was delicious and reasonably priced. Also, INCREDIBLE view of the Tetons. Very happy we found this place.

At 2:00 in the afternoon, they were out of a lot of the food. All the staff was rude and unconcerned about customers or customer service. This is nothing more than a overpriced tourist trap. There were flies all over the food and soda machines. I ended up asking for a refund and left.

Absolutely the worst breakfast I've ever had. Eggs were fake, sausage was a nasty patty that almost broke the fork. I feel scammed of my money and will neverrrrr come back.

Terrible food and nasty staff when pointing out a raw burger that was served with completely cold food. Fries were cold and old tasting. Cute atmosphere but that's the only plus to the establishment.

This restaurant has a very unique environment. The mountainous view is amazing. The seating and service is all outdoors. The staff was not friendly, but rather professional and cordial. You have your order taken at the register and then find a seat with your order number table tent. Drinks are self serve, as well as utensils and condiments. We ate during breakfast. Most impressively, they were very accomodating to special dietary needs. I had the kids Little Buckaroo plate, my friend, the Wagon Wheel plate. The food was delicious. I had chosen sausage and received bacon with my order, but once brought to their attention the staff was quick to correct the minor issue. Restrooms were moderately clean.

I am a local who has been going to Dornans for 30 years. The chuckwagon has gone horribly downhill with seasonal employees who do not care and managers who will not enforce their own rules. I understand the challenges of staffing in JH, but me and my wife's experience was a new low. They are allowing dogs to run unleashed begging food from strangers. Witnessed a server petting a dog and then going right back to serving without washing hands. Signs say no dogs at the entrances. Manager Gracie allowed the employees and their friends to intimidate my wife when she confronted Gracie about this. Dog poop on the back lawn. We saw a dog peeing on the posts right next to the kitchen. Used condom was hanging from the rafters for over a month before I removed it. This place has gone to the dogs. And I'm a dog lover with rescues of my own. Zero stars. Will NEVER patronize any establishment with the Dornan's name.

Wile this place could be great given its location with awesome views of the mountains it just fell short in many ways. The dinner buffet style chuckwagon left a ton to be desired.For one it was maned by a bunch of inexperienced kids that can't seem to keep up with the flow. Also I felt there food handling an storage methods need a visit from the health inspector. The ribs wile they looked and tasted like ribs were cold leading to my concern of possible getting sick. The chicken was dry and the fish being the best buy was over cooked but at least it was cooked to order.Salad bar was ok and the sides just seemed to disintegrating in large witches cauldrons. Buyer beware but enjoy the views while you pray not to get sick.

If I Could give it zero stars...I would have...the attitude of the young lady in the ordering station was horrible...the burgers (@ $16 a pop) were probably some of the worst pieces of rubber I had in a long time... the only decent thing was the chili....

My family and I ate here after it was recommended to us. Our food was fresh, the employees seemed to do well following Covid precautions, and we were advised how long it would take to receive our food. We would definitely come back!

One of my favorite places to eat on earth. The view really can't get better than this, and the food is excellent as well!

Customer service is horrible especially the cashier, she is sarcastic, loud, childish and has absolutely nothing about serving customer properly! It's almost like dealing with a child We made a special visit, after our hotel concierge had recommended for lunch, it was a mistake, should have eaten in town. Rest of the staff were very pleasant and accommodating. All we heard during our meal was her screening and annoying voice! Food was nothing to write home about, but acceptable. I'm truly sorry I spent my money and time here, sure to give my feedback to hotel concierge.

Fun for breakfast or lunch in a teepee with a beautiful view of the Tetons. Food is great. Kids love it!

Not what it used to be. Been going there for breakfast the past 10 years. Service this last time was pretty bad.

Best food in town, Chuck Wagon in the summer and dining room all year. Excellent selection of beverages in the Wine Shop, and the General Store has what you forgot.

Granted we got to this place at 2:55 when lunch was ending at 3:00pm, but they took our order so they should give a reasonable product. The protocol is to order from the counter, pay (including tip), get a number, and sit at a table for the food to be delivered. We ordered a chicken sandwich and a hamburger with two drinks. After I paid the guy taking the order said they were backed up and it would be 20-30 minutes. OK; we weren't in a hurry. But for $40 (after tip, which I should never have given) we waited ONE HOUR for our food. The chicken sandwich was ok, according to my husband, by my hamburger was still frozen in the middle and was ~1/8 inch thin. The chips were stale. The server was apologetic and offered us a free beer but we thanked him and told him that wasn't going to make anything up to us. What a mess. The place needs better management, that's for sure. But when you are the only food for miles I guess you don't have to care.