Pioneer Saloon
American restaurant · Ketchum ·
Prime rib, huge potatoes, Western decor, and cocktails
Prime rib, huge potatoes, Western decor, and cocktails
"A classic Ketchum hangout where a simple, satisfying steak-and-potatoes meal comes with a side of history—Ernest Hemingway’s gun hangs on the wall nearby." - Elise Taylor, Chadner Navarro
"Previously announced as a 2025 James Beard Award recipient." - Erin DeJesus
"Shaped by the spirit of the American West, this energetic restaurant-saloon—affectionately known as the “Pio”—was originally constructed as a gambling casino in the 1950s and leads with “rustic charm.” It’s known for hearty plates like the Jim Spud (a baked potato piled high with teriyaki beef, cheese, and various toppings) and smoked Idaho trout, and the cocktail menu includes the “Hemingway’s Margarita,” a nod to decor that features memorabilia from Ernest Hemingway’s time in Idaho’s Sun Valley." - Kayla Stewart
"A historic saloon and restaurant in Ketchum offering a classic Western vibe and hearty American dishes." - Brenna Houck
"A restaurant recognized in the America’s Classics category by the James Beard Foundation." - Missy Frederick
