Palate serves creative seasonal cuisine made with "seasonal, sustainable & local ingredients" in an upscale setting at the National Museum of Wildlife Art, overlooking the Elk Refuge. The signature Idaho Trout Fish & Chips features beer-battered rainbow trout with malted onions, tartar sauce, and crispy skin. The menu spans bison (Gyro, $25), elk (Meatloaf Wrap, $21), trout Po Boy ($25), vegetarian bowls, and kids' fare ($4-7), with marked dietary options throughout. Drinks pair local craft beers, wines, and Snake River Roasting Co. coffee. Lunch only, 11 AM-2:30 PM daily.

Quick facts

Cuisine Type: Contemporary American / Regional Game
Meals Served: Lunch

What to order

Cuisine Type: Contemporary American / Regional Game
Meals Served: Lunch

Prices & reservations

Reservations Policy: Reservations available via OpenTable; groups of 6+ must contact restaurant directly; groups of 11+ use group inquiry form

Hours & seating

Operating Hours: Daily: 11 AM - 2:30 PM

Visit strategy

Best For: Long lunches paired with art browsing
Game and trout enthusiasts
Seasonal local-ingredient sourcing
Social gatherings 6+ (group reservations available)
Summer music event attendees

More details

Eat Here If Skip If: EAT HERE IF: You value creative seasonal cuisine, regional game (bison, elk, trout), museum-setting dining, and lingering over meals with art. SKIP IF: You need breakfast, dinner, quick service, or budget-level pricing.
Distance From Park: 1.2 miles north of town