If you're not a guest at the Wilderness Lodge, a meal here is worth it just to see the giant totem poles and huge rock fireplace in the lobby. The specialty is cedar-plank salmon and roasted potatoes with smoked pork belly and truffle butter (worth its $34 price tag). Another good option: braised buffalo short ribs with parsnip potato gratin, caramelized leeks, and red wine jus. For dessert, do not fail to order the seasonal berry cobbler with house-made blackberry ice cream. There's a good northwestern U.S. wine list, and wine pairings for the meal cost $28 per person.
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