Rooted in Place
The Wild Sage Restaurant and Bar has long been a place people come not just for food, but for connection.
That philosophy starts in the kitchen. At the Wild Sage, the seasons shape the menu. Ingredients are chosen with intention, sourced from local producers and regional purveyors who understand this place as deeply as we do. The dishes come from Jackson Hole, and are as much a part of this valley as the land itself. There’s a sense of continuity between what’s on the plate and what’s outside the door.
This relationship with the land extends into a connection with the community. The Wild Sage and the encompassing Rusty Parrot Lodge have long been woven into the fabric of Jackson. Locals celebrate milestones here. Visitors return year after year, often marking important moments in their lives: weddings, anniversaries, reunions. Staff members know faces, remember preferences, and welcome guests back to their favorite tables.
An Intimate Setting
It’s within that layered sense of connection that something more personal takes shape. The bonds we share with our valley and community set the stage for you and your loved one to deepen a bond of your own. When you book a date night or a special occasion at the Wild Sage, you’re stepping into a space designed for an intimate shared experience. The light is soft, and the scale of the dining room encourages closeness. The sound of food cooking and the gentle buzz of conversation at other tables provide a pleasant backdrop for conversation of your own. The pace is unhurried. In the colder months, the fire draws people in, inviting them to linger over a cocktail or a book in the library.
Celebrating What Matters
For couples celebrating, that sense of attentiveness elevates their experience even further. Guests who note an anniversary, proposal, or special event are met with extra care, and the team pays attention to the small details that make your experience feel personal. If you wish to plan something specific, the Wild Sage team welcomes the opportunity to work with guests in advance, coordinating timing, menu choices, or surprises to help bring a meaningful moment to life in a way that feels natural and entirely your own.
Over the years, the Wild Sage has become a place where many connections have been formed and evolved into something more. First dates have become traditions. Engagement dinners have led to weddings. Some couples have had their wedding photos, and even been married, here at the Lodge.
Perhaps the most telling are the guests who return year after year to celebrate anniversaries and revisit the place where their connection began. The Wild Sage has become part of their story, where countless memories have been shared over a meal against the backdrop of the mountains.
Whether you’re beginning something new or celebrating something long-lived, the Wild Sage is a place where connection feels natural. Connection to the land through food that reflects the season. Connection to the community in an establishment that has been a part of Jackson’s story for decades. And, most importantly, connection to the person across the table.
Born and raised in Jackson Hole, Wilden McIntosh-Round brings a deep-rooted love for the area into his work as a writer. In his versatile career as a content creator and copywriter, he has worked with brands like Samsung and Rolling Stone, but the best part of his job is partnering with local businesses to share their unique stories.
