Wyoming has loads of restaurants serving up all types of cuisine to satisfy your appetite no matter what you’re craving. However, if you’re in the mood for a side of authentic western atmosphere to go along with your meal, you’ll want to dine at the most iconic restaurant in the state.
Located inside a historic hotel in a tiny little town that happens to be pretty iconic itself, this eating establishment specializes in traditional Western dining. The menu is filled with meat – steaks, game, fish, and even the signature Hunter’s Salad is topped with blackened beef tips. It’s a carnivore’s dream and just the place to go to immerse yourself in the Wyoming vibe. You can make reservations if you want to, but they’re not necessary at the Virginian.
The Virginian Restaurant is part of the Historic Occidental Hotel, located at 10 North Main Street in Buffalo.
Wister was taken with the hotel and the little town in general. Historians say that he wrote some chapters for the book in his room at the Occidental and that details from significant parts of the story bear more than a coincidental resemblance to the hotel and the street just outside of it.
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The dining room in the Virginian has been remodeled a few times over the years, but always while taking care to preserve the atmosphere.
The choices don't get any easier when it's time for dessert. You can take your pick of Wyoming Whiskey cake, chocolate cake with cream, crème brulee, or whatever lip-smacking, sweet concoction the chef has a mind to make.
