JACKSON HOLE, WYOMING
2015 MEDIA KIT
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Email: kendra@jhfinedining.com
Office: 307.733.5010 x 3
Cell: 832.465.1950
Fine Dining Restaurant Group Jackson Hole, Wyoming www.jhfinedining.com “... the seared sea scallops at Rendezvous Bistro in Jackson Hole, WY
are some of the best I’ve ever had.”
Bin22: A Guide to the Best New Wine Shops
America’s New Foodie Cities – Jackson Hole.
“The Kitchen introduces a crudo bar and Asian flair,
while Il Villaggio Osteria has the state’s best Italian fare, with wines to match.”
Q Roadhouse: 10 High-End BBQ Spots Around the U.S.
“Guests dined on a feast by Bistro Catering”
“[Gavin Fine’s] newest addition, Bodega in Teton Village, opened in December and offers an
elevated approach to the corner store with gourmet groceries, a selection of wines typically
impossible to get in this part of the world…”
Q Roadhouse & Brewing Co.: 6 Ski Towns with the Best Craft Beer
Fine Dining Restaurant Group Jackson Hole, Wyoming www.jhfinedining.com Gavin Fine
A leading entrepreneur and restaurateur in Jackson
Hole, Wyoming, Gavin Fine developed a passion for
the culinary world at a young age while working for
Lettuce Entertain You in Chicago. After graduating
from Cornell University's Hotel and Restaurant
Management School, Gavin began his journey into a
successful restaurant career with a move to the aweinspiring Tetons. Starting his career working in the
kitchen of the Snake River Grill with Roger Freedman,
Gavin and Roger quickly became friends and decided
to open a restaurant together – Rendezvous Bistro –
in 2001. After a number of years running The Bistro
together, Gavin and Roger opened their second
business together in 2003 (Bistro Catering). Many
years later and several businesses added to what is now
Fine Dining Restaurant Group, Gavin is considered a
premier restaurateur of the Rocky Mountain region.
Outside of his successful restaurants, Gavin is a
cornerstone of the Jackson Hole community. He
serves as a mentor and teacher to his employees.
Gavin, along with his wife, Lea, are loving parents of
two boys.
Roger Freedman
A graduate of the California Culinary Academy in San Francisco, Roger’s culinary pursuits originally led him
to Los Angeles where he became Chef de Cuisine at Maple Drive in Beverly Hills. After years working at
Maple Drive, Roger moved to Jackson Hole where he became a culinary pioneer in the area as founding
Executive Chef at the Snake River Grill that opened in 1993. Roger led the kitchen at Snake River Grill for
seven years before leaving to open Rendezvous Bistro with friend and business partner Gavin Fine. Roger
has been in the restaurant business for over 30 years, has worked alongside chefs like Daniel Boulud and
brings his experience, expertise and remarkable culinary talent to each of the Fine Dining Restaurant Group
kitchens, including Rendezvous Bistro, Bin22, The Kitchen, Q Roadhouse & Brewing Co. and Il Villaggio
Osteria.
Fine Dining Restaurant Group Jackson Hole, Wyoming www.jhfinedining.com History
Gavin Fine and Roger Freedman have been instrumental in putting Jackson Hole on the map as not just an
extreme ski spot but as a culinary destination as well. Along with good friend and chef, Roger, Gavin opened
the Rendezvous Bistro in 2001 to great success with both the local community and visitors, staking new
territory in his service standards, thoughtful food delivery, and dynamic spaces. Building on the instant
success of “The Bistro”, Gavin and Roger went on to create the Fine Dining Restaurant Group, including
Bistro Catering (2003), Q Roadhouse & Brewing Co. (2006), Il Villaggio Osteria (2008), The Kitchen (2011),
Bin22 (2012), Roadhouse Brewing Co. (2012) and most recently Bodega (Dec. 2014).
Since the founding of Rendezvous Bistro in 2001, Fine Dining Restaurant Group’s establishments have
become synonymous with quality, value, comfort, and innovation. Our carefully crafted menus emphasize
simplicity and the utilization of seasonal flavors and ingredients.
Culture and Philosophies
The underlying philosophy that fuels the staff and operations behind Fine Dining Restaurant Group is that of
providing Enlightened Hospitality. The team at Fine Dining Restaurant Group constantly strives to carry
out the five tenets of Enlightened Hospitality: Caring for each other, our guests, our community, our
suppliers, and our profitability. These tenets are manifested through the below culture and philosophies:
Price/Value Ratio: Providing generous, hearty, and simple dishes at fair prices that our guests can enjoy
multiple times a week
Quality of Food and Ingredients: Using local, seasonal, and organic ingredients whenever possible and
always getting the best product available.
Comfortable and Welcoming Environment: From the décor, to the staff, to the food, we provide a home
away from home with straightforward and unpretentious sophistication.
Offering Something for Everyone: Our goal is to provide dining establishments that are accommodating to
all - whether for a special occasion or for a simple dinner out. From peanuts on the floor at Q Roadhouse &
Brewing Co., to the crayons on the table at Rendezvous Bistro, to an extensive wine list at Osteria, we offer
something for everyone.
A Commitment to Total Guest Satisfaction: Our friendly, intelligent, hardworking, and skilled staff
genuinely enjoy using their skills and personalities to make a memorable evening for our guests. Our staff is
empowered to take whatever measures necessary to meet and exceed the high expectations that our guests
bring to our restaurants.
Fine Dining Restaurant Group Jackson Hole, Wyoming www.jhfinedining.com Type of Cuisine: French-American Bistro
Location: 380 South Highway 89, Jackson, WY
Hours: Dinner nightly at 5:30; Happy Hour at the bar 5:30-6:30
Seating Capacity: 140, 165 with summer deck
Price: Entrees $10-$30
Executive Chef: Joel Tate
Contact Information: 307.739.1100 – www.rendezvousbitro.net - @jhbistro
Private Dining: 32 person private room; buyouts available
Since opening in 2001, “The Bistro” has become a favorite dining spot for both locals and returning visitors.
This sophisticated yet casual neighborhood restaurant features an extensive wine list, a raw bar offering fresh
and varied oysters daily, and a menu manifesting the creative talents behind Executive Chef Joel Tate. A
summer deck boasts an additional 25 seats and a 14-seat Community Table complete with an inset fireplace –
perfect for a small group gathering, or simply to exchange fishing and climbing tales with fellow diners. For
those with larger groups, our indoor private dining room accommodates up to 32 for celebrations of any kind.
The Bistro’s delectable cuisine features everything from fried chicken as Wednesday’s Daily Plate and
Wyoming beef tartare served with housemade potato chips, to moules frites and traditional veal marsala.
Paper and crayons adorn the white linen table clothes, showing this local favorite’s ability to appeal to patrons
of all ages (and artistic abilities). With a knowledgeable and friendly staff who are dedicated to making one’s
experience unforgettable, The Bistro has stood the test of time by continuing to innovate by adding creative
touches to traditional French bistro fare, while still providing a unique and familiar dining experience for all.
Fine Dining Restaurant Group Jackson Hole, Wyoming www.jhfinedining.com Type of Cuisine: Eclectic Roadhouse Fare and in-house craft brewery
Location: 2550 Moose-Wilson Road, Wilson, WY
Hours: Dinner nightly at 5pm; Happy Hour at the bar 5-6pm
Seating Capacity: 175, 220 with summer deck
Price: Entrees $11-25
Chef de Cuisine: Matty Melehes – as seen on Food Network’s Chopped Grill Masters
Contact Information: 307.739.0700 – www.qjacksonhole.com - @jhQRoadhouse
Private Dining: Two 32-person private rooms; buyouts and daytime luncheons available
Q Roadhouse & Brewing Co. – written up in the list of ten high-end BBQ joints around the country by Zagat,
right next to Thomas Keller's Ad Hoc – is a bustling dining destination with something for everyone. A large
deck with Teton Views and a summer lawn are a perfect way to entertain those big or little kids, while
frequent live music plays to entertain the whole family during dinner. In the winter, cozy up at Q for après
drinks after a day of skiing just five miles down the road from Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. With peanut
shells dusting the floor of this 175-person eclectic eatery, patrons immediately experience good southern
comfort in the heart of Wyoming. For appetizers, enjoy fun shared plates such as fried dill pickles or peel and
eat shrimp, or satisfy a larger appetite with entrées consisting of fresh fish, vegetarian dishes, ribs and other
BBQ fare that’s smoked in house over apple-hickory wood.
Opened in 2012, the delectable menu is now complemented with craft beer brewed in house by Roadhouse
Brewing Co. Roadhouse Brewing Co. offers craft beer options concocted from the highest quality ingredients
available and brewed with unparalleled passion from our very own brewer, Adam Chenault. The beers are
chock full of flavor and served on tap right next to other artisan brews from neighboring breweries.
Roadhouse beers, built on the spirit of exploration that already exudes from Jackson Hole, WY, help cultivate
and strengthen the local craft beer adventure.
Fine Dining Restaurant Group Jackson Hole, Wyoming www.jhfinedining.com Type of Cuisine: Rustic Italian with Salumi Bar
Location: 3335 West Village Drive – Teton Village, WY; Inside Hotel Terra
Hours: Dinner nightly at 5:30pm; Breakfast daily at 7am and lunch daily at 11:30am (both in Winter only)
Seating Capacity: 75, 110 with summer patio
Price: Entrees $15-$40
Executive Chef: Eric Greenwood
Contact Information: 307.739.4100 – www.jhosteria.com - @jhosteria
Private Dining: 35 person private room; buyouts and daytime luncheons available
Nestled hillside at the base of one of America’s best ski hills, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, and in close
proximity to one of our nation’s most impressive parks, Yellowstone National Park, lays the intimate and
rustic Osteria. This Italian eatery boasts a salumi bar, a wood stone oven to create unique pizza combinations
(think lobster and citrus bone marrow), and an outdoor fireplace to keep patrons warm during Wyoming’s
sometimes chilly summer nights. Executive Chef Eric Greenwood has created a menu perfect for multicourse
dining, composed of homemade pasta, seasonal salads, and imported meats and cheeses from the world’s
finest purveyors. Hand-sliced to order, this is the real authentic Italian treat. Your meal cannot be complete
without one of their mouthwatering desserts. Serving lunch in the winter, Osteria offers the perfect place for
both nourishment to get back to the slopes as well as an end-destination to grab a glass of wine and a plate of
sausage stuffed olives to unwind after an extreme day on the mountain. At the end of your meal, the food and
overall experience will make you feel like you've traveled to one of Italy’s hidden gems, but without the jetlag.
Fine Dining Restaurant Group Jackson Hole, Wyoming www.jhfinedining.com Type of Cuisine: Modern American
Location: 155 North Glenwood - Downtown Jackson, WY
Hours: Dinner nightly at 5:30pm
Seating Capacity: 50, 75 with summer deck
Price: Entrees $19-$34
Executive Chef: Roger Freedman
Chef de Cuisine: Santiago Kano
Contact Information: 307.734.1633 – www.thekitchenjacksonhole.com - @jhkitchen
Private Dining: Buyouts and daytime luncheons available
The Kitchen’s seasonal and natural cuisine pairs perfectly with this clean and fresh decor, sitting right in the
heart of downtown Jackson Hole. Serving Modern American food with comforting notes, The Kitchen’s
food is clean and natural, as is the atmosphere. With one of the best decks in town, a summertime evening
dining outdoors is the ideal way to round out a day of hiking or fishing. For those cold winter days, sit inside
up at the bamboo bar or at a cozy table near the beautiful fireplace in a dining room with seating for a quaint
fifty patrons. Enjoy some of the freshest fish in town served from the crudo bar, an acclaimed burger, a
luxury shrimp plate perfect for sharing, or seasonal vegetables – all which round out The Kitchen’s dynamic
menu. Be sure to save room for dessert – Executive Pastry Chef Chad Horton has created a dessert menu full
of must-haves. The pan skillet cookie with Horton’s homemade ice cream, or a slice of potato chip pie are
just a sampling of the scrumptious desserts available to wrap up a charming dinner at The Kitchen.
Fine Dining Restaurant Group Jackson Hole, Wyoming www.jhfinedining.com Type of Cuisine: Italian and Spanish small plates, wine bar, small grocer and bottle shop
Location: 200 West Broadway – Downtown Jackson, WY
Hours: Bottle Shop open daily 10:00am – 10:00pm, Restaurant open Mon-Sat at 11:30am, Sun at 3pm
Seating Capacity: 50
Price: Plates $7-$28
Executive Chef: Evan Hurrle
Contact Information: 307.739.9463 – www.bin22jacksonhole.com - @bin22jh
Private Dining: Private wine tastings
More than just a wine shop, Bin22 offers a unique wine shopping and dining experience in downtown
Jackson Hole. Bin22’s shelves hold a diverse and well-researched wine selection right next to artisan cheeses
and charcuteries. The wine experience is multi-faceted - you can buy a single bottle, enjoy a private tasting, or
schedule a one-on-one consultation with our in-house sommeliers to stock your personal wine cellar. Looking
to stay a while? Post up with friends in the adjacent wine bar and order a small plate from the interactive
mozzarella bar or enjoy Spanish and Italian style tapas with options ranging from marinated octopus to
homemade chorizo with pickled peppers. In addition to the wonderful world of wine, Bin22 serves as one of
the main downtown Jackson locations for the new small batch Wyoming Whiskey, Wyoming's first legal
distillery. Looking for something a little different? Sip one of several seasonal brews available on tap from our
very own Roadhouse Brewing Co.
Fine Dining Restaurant Group Jackson Hole, Wyoming www.jhfinedining.com Type of Cuisine: Intimate wine and beer bar; small grocer and bottle shop
Location: 3200 West McCollister – Teton Village, WY
Hours: Open daily at 7am
Contact Information: 307.200.4666 – www.bodegajacksonhole.com - @jhbodega
Beer. Wine. Spirits. Grab and go eats. Gourmet groceries. Gas. You want it, chances are Bodega has it.
Located at the base of Teton Village, Bodega is a one-stop shop offering a vast assortment of craft beer,
carefully selected wines from around the world and a complete collection of spirits. The bottle shop
experience is complemented by an intimate bar pouring Roadhouse beer, wine by the glass and adult slushies.
Next to the bottle selection, shop from an array of gourmet groceries, including take-and-bake Osteria pizzas,
imported meats and cheeses, housemade sausages, Cream and Sugar ice cream and daily provisions. In the
morning, Bodega offers Persephone Bakery pastries, Osteria breakfast burritos and freshly-brewed Snake
River Roasting coffee. For lunch, guests can choose from a selection of housemade grab-and-go items,
including authentic tortas, rotating daily soups, Italian-style sandwiches and more. Inspired by the European
and New York style corner markets, Bodega presents a fun, energetic food and beverage experience.
Fine Dining Restaurant Group Jackson Hole, Wyoming www.jhfinedining.com Type of Cuisine: Customized Menus
Location: Private Dining Areas at all restaurants as well as off-site catering
Time: Year-round
Price: Varies by event – sample menus available upon request
Executive Chef: Matt Oda
Contact Information: 307.733.5010 x 2 (Erin Oda) – www.bistrocatering.net - @jhbistrocater
Bistro Catering originated out of the overwhelming demand for Jackson Hole weddings and events from
culinary pros Gavin Fine and Roger Freedman. The reputation for quality and reliability remain consistent,
providing clients and guests with superior cuisine, an impeccable attention to detail and unmatched service.
Every occasion is a unique opportunity to create life-long memories and Bistro Catering’s specialty is a
combined commitment to culinary artistry and abundant hospitality. Whether the event is an intimate
gathering, professional function, continuing tradition or once-in-a-lifetime celebration, Bistro Catering
focuses on crafting an extraordinary experience. Available year round for events of any size they offer private
chef services and have extensive experience with weddings, rehearsal dinners, gala events, fundraisers, office
meetings, company parties, holiday parties, BBQs, small dinner parties and large corporate events.
Fine Dining Restaurant Group Jackson Hole, Wyoming www.jhfinedining.com