Local Taste: Ashley DiPrisco
Jackson Hole native Ashley DiPrisco can sell you a house and sell you on where to have dinner!
by Rayne Wikoff photos by Allison Arthur
Ashley D i P risco is a full - time
real estate agent based in Jackson, working at Sotheby’s International Realty alongside her father, Tom Evans. Having grown up in Jackson, DiPrisco returned to settle down after a decade of moving around as a military spouse. Now raising two children, she is deeply connected to the community.
DiPrisco is recognized not only for her expertise in real estate — she was named Jackson Hole Sotheby's International Realty "Agent of the Year" in 2019 — but also for her love of all things food. She’s always on the lookout for her next meal, so we wanted to get her input on restaurants and bars she likes to frequent.
Favorite splurge meal (and what you order)?
Snake River Grill, hands down. I think it’s everyone’s favorite for a splurge. I love their tartare pizza. If you go early and grab a seat at the bar, you’re bound to meet some interesting people.
What are your favorite restaurants on the Town Square?
Teton Tiger is one of my go-tos. The owner, Ryan, and I grew up together — we were in the same graduating class. The restaurant has such a fun vibe, an incredible menu and thoughtfully crafted cocktails.
What are your go-to orders?
At Pearl Street Bagels, I always get an everything-bagel sandwich with turkey, greens, capers and vinaigrette dressing. For NYC Sub Shop, it’s the Bronx, which I order cold with no onions or peppers — and, of course, a cookie!
What is your favorite dish in Jackson?
I love salmon for dinner. Both The Kitchen and the Gun Barrel serve amazing salmon dishes.
What are your dinner plans tonight?
My kids have swim practice until 7 p.m., so it’s a takeout night for us. I’m thinking we’ll go with Noodle Kitchen — my daughter loves their ramen, and my son and I will probably get sushi, edamame and a seaweed salad. Chinatown is also a go-to on the way home for later nights, especially their wor wonton soup, orange chicken and lo mein.
What restaurants do you miss from your childhood here?
Definitely The Lame Duck and Vista Grande. My in-laws owned and operated The Lame Duck until the early 2000s. It was a local favorite with fun food and amazing fish tanks, and it was the only place in town where you could get sushi at the time. Vista Grande was another local hangout with fantastic margaritas (though I sadly wasn’t old enough to enjoy those at the time).
Where do you go for a quick bite in Jackson? Pearl Street Bagels and NYC Sub Shop. Both are longtime favorites with consistently great food and service.
Best place to take someone visiting? I always take my “city” friends to the Gun Barrel. They love the taxidermy decor and the wild game on the menu — it’s a hit with visitors.
Go-to for a sweet treat or when you need a craveable snack?
Jackson Drug for an ice cream sundae. My kids ask weekly if we can go there.
Which bar serves your favorite drink right now?
Lately, I’ve been enjoying the bar at The Bistro. My favorite drink there is the Rosé French — a gin cocktail with sparkling rosé and elderflower. It’s really refreshing, and I love peoplewatching there.
Do you have any après-ski secrets for where to go and what to have?
If I told you, I’d have to kill you, haha! But seriously, the bar at the Solitude midstation at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort is usually quiet, and the bartender always remembers your name — kind of like in Cheers. If we’re skiing as a family, we head to the Mangy Moose. The kids get burgers, and Mike and I go for steak. For midweek skiing at Snow King, StillWest is our spot — the Brussels sprouts and flatbread are amazing.
What is one dish you crave all winter?
The tortilla soup with chicken from Hatch — it’s hearty and perfect for a cold day.
Is there a place you have frequented since childhood that you still love?
The Mangy Moose. It looks exactly the same as it did when I was a kid.
What changes in Jackson’s restaurant scene have impressed you the most over the years? The restaurants here have really evolved over
time. We now have incredible options, and I’d say we rival big cities — but with more intimate spaces and a better atmosphere.
Favorite foodie event of the year?
I love the annual Library Benefit at Four Seasons. They always have amazing food, with a raw bar and small bites that are top-notch. In the summer I love Hole Food Rescue’s Million Pound Party. It’s a fun event at the Center for the Arts and supports a great cause.