Diners' Choice: Lively restaurants in Montana

OpenTable

Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants that have the most vibrant bar scenes in Montana? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Saketome Sushi-Missoula

4.9

4.9 (301)

$31 to $50

Sushi

Missoula

About the restaurant

Sustainability and creativity have always been at the top of SakeTome’s priorities, and in the seafood business, a reverence for the ocean is of utmost importance. We are trying to be as sustainable as possible, so we search out products from all over the world that share that same mindset. Japan, New Zealand, Iceland, Alaska, Maine, Scandinavia, and more. In line with sustainability, we try to use as much local produce as possible. Our micro-greens are grown specifically for us, right here in Missoula.

Top review

Shannon

Dined on Oct 26, 2024

Delicious as always! The rolls are all beautiful and creative. We sat in the back room, which I didn’t even know existed, and it was great. Beautiful wall of lanterns, big windows and another cherry tree.

Jake's Downtown

4.8

4.8 (446)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Billings

About the restaurant

Jake's Downtown is and has been located in the heart of downtown Billings in the historic Grand Building since 1979, making it one of the longest standing restaurants in Billings. Jake's Downtown has been recognized for years by the community as an award winning, casual fine dining establishment that is woman owned and managed. Jake's is known for our mouthwatering steaks, especially our Prime rib (get it while it lasts) beautiful seasonal salads, and a wide selection of casual fare that will not leave you disappointed. Everything is prepared and made fresh in house. You will find a fantastic selection of wine, local craft beers as well as creative, trending seasonal cocktails. Let us host your next dinner and give you an experience to remember!

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Kahley

Dined on Dec 10, 2024

Overall it was a great meal in a great atmosphere. Food took slightly longer than would have liked but was great food so worth the wait.

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Popular dish

Filet Mignon

Gallatin River Lodge Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (213)

$50 and over

French American

Bozeman

About the restaurant

The Gallatin River Lodge is the most unique and special place to dine.

With breath taking views, thoughtfully curated cuisine and a full bar, the lodge offers a Montana fine dining experience in a casual atmosphere that you will never want to forget.

The bar at Gallatin River Lodge offers local microbrews, premium liquors and wines to complement your meal. Enjoy your entrée while looking out over the trout pond and wildlife coming in and out of the surrounding riverbed & pastures. Drinks and dessert are even more enjoyable by the fire or down by the edge of the pond.

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Betsy

Dined on Nov 28, 2024

Such a fun atmosphere, always enjoy a special dinner here!

The Windmill and Bar51

4.8

4.8 (160)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Billings

About the restaurant

Located on the west side of Billings, the Windmill/Bar 51 is a fantastic place to wind down from a hectic day. Casual fine dining, happy hour, full bar & best patio in town! We leave the patio to first come, first served. We do not reserve the patio.

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Desiree

Dined on Dec 8, 2024

Many delicious dishes however the soup (many different changing options) is always my favorite!

Mercantile Steak & KM Bar

4.7

4.7 (913)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Kalispell

About the restaurant

Mercantile Steak is now taking reservations online at our website "mercantilesteak.com"; we look forward to you dining with us as your first time experience or repeat guests all the same! For large parties please reach out to us at (406) 609-0821 and we will do our best to accommodate your group.

From the moment you step into Mercantile Steak, the experience is one of comfortable elegance meets timeless aptitude. Within historic Kalispell Mercantile the exposed brick and Art Deco chandeliers provide a warm, stately setting for our hand selected steaks, fresh seafood, and carefully chosen wine list. With our personalized service as lively as it is professional, we look forward to treating you for a memorable experience.

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Tawnya

Dined 3 days ago

This was likely the best steak over ever had (the filet) cooked to perfection. The service was impeccable, the sides were excellent as were the drinks and dessert. We will be back!

Herb & Omni

4.7

4.7 (315)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Whitefish

About the restaurant

CURRENTLY CLOSE NOV 3rd - 21st. We look forward to serving you Nov 22nd with our NEW menu. Thank you, see you soon. -H&O Team

Our purpose is to nourish herbivores and omnivores with real food sourced as close to home as possible from purveyors who hold their offerings in the highest regard.

Welcome to Herb and Omni inside 101 Central, a historic gathering space creating memorable experiences on every level for those who appreciate a balance of luxury and comfort.

Herb & Omni's founding team is made of seasoned entrepreneurs with experience creating award-winning restaurant concepts. Our thoughtfully crafted menu offers both plant-based and omnivorous options curated by Earl James Reynolds, a Whitefish native and James Beard nominated chef.

Our dedicated service team is filled with familiar faces that boast strong Montana roots. In short, at Herb and Omni inside 101 Central, you’ll enjoy a warm atmosphere, playfully elegant cuisine, and top-notch entertainment.

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Bill

Dined 2 days ago

The food was great! Our Waiter Dennis was personable, professional, knowledgeable and just a very pleasant person! We look forward to coming back for a special occasion.

FINN - Doubletree Missoula

4.6

4.6 (359)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Missoula

About the restaurant

We give American cuisine a contemporary twist as we provide our guests with an authentic Missoula experience. We create simple food, done thoughtfully using Pacific Northwest ranches and fisheries. Choose from the freshest steaks, seafood and hand tossed pizza. Our award-winning bar features an impressive list of diverse craft cocktails, select wines and 16 delicious draft beers on tap highlighting Montana micro-brews. You'll appreciate the ambiance with some of the best views in the city; and, a location next to the Clark Fork River, University of Montana and downtown Missoula. Our outdoor deck sits off the river, near surrounding mountains, and is one of the city's favorite outdoor dining spots. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, bar snacks, small plates and craft cocktails – you'll find it all our restaurant and bar, FINN.

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susanVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Great drinks, great food, great service and a great evening overall!

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Popular dish

Oysters

Copper Whiskey Bar and Grill - Bozeman

4.5

4.5 (604)

$30 and under

American

Bozeman

About the restaurant

Copper is an Okay, Cool Group restaurant.
Every small town has a bar and if that bar’s worth a nickel, it’s got good whiskey. At Copper, we’ve got whiskey for every occasion and no shortage of the town’s best eats. Get to know the bartender, and all the regulars too, cause the bar stories are good. Supper is always your favorite, cause we know you that well. We accept online reservations of up to 13 guests. For groups larger than 13, please reach out to events@theokaycoolgroup.com to book your event!

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Chuck

Dined 3 days ago

We have a good meal thought service was a little slow

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Popular dish

Bison Ragu

FreeStone

4.4

4.4 (125)

$31 to $50

American

Kalispell

About the restaurant

Fine Dining Montana Style. We look forward to hosting your next dining experience!

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Mike

Dined on Dec 4, 2024

Well, I just found my new favorite restaurant in the Kalispell area. Food was excellently prepared and presented, service was great, and the restaurant itself is very cool with log home paneling, big, natural timbers and all-Montana style stonework. The Pork Belly bao was spectacular as was the pasta arrabiata was spicy (as any arrabiata should be) but not overly. The mix had pork sausage, shrimp and andouille sausage and, I think, a nice chunk of beef chuck. Very tasty. Can't wait to go back and try something else. Highly recommend.

Brigade

4.3

4.3 (732)

$30 and under

American

Bozeman

About the restaurant

• Modern American & Montana Farm To Table Cuisine •
Brigade serves inspired, ingredient-driven and adventurous cuisine utilizing the best of Montana’s bountiful offerings while creating memorable and craveable dining experiences. Our welcoming space boasts a thoughtfully crafted cocktail and wine bar experience where we invite our guests to enjoy Bozeman’s Favorite Happy Hour in an open air lounge overlooking Downtown Bozeman's historic Main Street.
• 2022 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence WINNER •
• 2023 Bozeman Magazine Bozeman's Choice Happy Hour Spot WINNER •
• 2023 Bozeman Magazine Bozeman's Choice Inspired/Interesting Restaurant Atmosphere Spot Top Vote Getter •

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Jill

Dined on Dec 8, 2024

Our server, Alex was amazing! Claire, Kyle, and Truman all helped to make the evening lovely - What a great team. All of the food was incredible, but the quinoa porridge really stood out even to the non-vegetarians that ordered it. We look forward to going to brigade again soon!

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$3 Mimosas 🥂 during Brunch!

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