Great view, awesome lagers, quick service and enjoyed the food a lot can't wait to come back! read more

Flathead Lake Brewing Co. Pubhouse - Bar view (lightings better in real life phone cameramade it dark) - American Near Me - Bigfork, Montana

The bartender and one waiter were great. Everyone else just stood around. Food was good and patio was great. They just need some training.

Came here on a whim to grab a drink and some food with a group of friends. It was cool, nice location, plenty of seating inside as well as outside and the parking lot had a decent amount of space. When we arrived we were seated fairly quickly and attended too pretty frequently but not overly done. The beer variety was good, they had everything from pilsners, stouts, pale ales, etc. I grabbed a burger and my partner had fish and chips. Both tasty and good sized portions. I would recommend coming here if you happen to be in the area. read more

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Food was mediocre at best, service was not good. Once we sat down, we waited 20 minutes for a server and didn't get one until we asked. Nice views, good atmosphere, but ultimately not worth the hassle. read more

Flathead Lake Brewing is another Montana brewery I got to check off my list and I felt accomplished in doing that die to my last Montana trip was all about the breweries. For Flathead I had their Centennial IPA which I really liked a lot. I can get burned out on IPA'S pretty easily as they are everywhere but this summer (summer of 2025) I have had a hankering for IPA'S off and on. The Centennial proves to be a refreshing one for me the few times I have had it and firs the bill quite well for that occasional IPA hankering I've been having. Flavor highlights in this beer are hoppy, malty, floral and sweet (naturally sweet tasting). It's a very well balanced IPA with these features. The beer is also smooth in body. I look forward to returning as Steve and I are bound to pass through the area again but more for the purpose of sightseeing on that trip. read more

Flathead Lake Brewing Co. Pubhouse - The very refreshing Centennial IPA from Flathead Lake Brewing! - American Near Me - Bigfork, Montana

A regular stop of ours when going through to Glacier. The Good - As always, it's the view...but this time it was too cold to be outside, so t was hoppin' inside. The staff was on top of it and checked in with us regularly. The Meh - The Chicken Bacon Eggrolls are heavy. Whew. Probably wouldn't order these again. The Bad - Nothing to report here. read more

Flathead Lake Brewing Co. Pubhouse - A light flight - American Near Me - Bigfork, Montana

We were on vacation in Montana recently, a group of four of us, and our friends we were staying with vouched for this place. It was right up against the massive lake that we'd be driving around all day long, so we gave it a shot. We pulled up, waited like an hour for a table for six, but it was well worth it. Ambiance was lakeside dive-bar brewery. It was an interesting vibe mix of tourist bar and a place where you know it's frequented by locals. I liked it. It was very comforting. Apparently, my buddy does a weekly bingo night there, super fun. Service was excellent. Our server took very good care of our medium sized party. And she made really good recommendations on which items were the best ones to order. I forgot exactly what burgers we ordered, but they were excellent. Buns were toasted very nicely, the burger patties were of a good size and had plenty of good char on them, huge honking strips of bacon adoring them, and just a really good flavor overall. Big fan. If you're trying to decide chips vs fries, both were surprisingly equally good. I'm usually a chips guy, but these fries looked legitimately homemade. Crispy, not oily, delicious. So good. Overall, this was a five star experience and my first real dinner down in Bigfolk during our stay. Just a lovely time. read more

Flathead Lake Brewing Co. Pubhouse - American Near Me - Bigfork, Montana

The food here is DELICIOUS! I always got told that "Montana is not known for their food." but this is one of those spots that I'd suggest for someone that is out of state to try. The quality is top tier and they give very generous portions. Everything is very shareable, especially if you're somewhat peckish and want to try many things. The Bison burger was delicious. Whatever goatcheese that is used, is probably the best and creamiest cheese I've had. I strongly suggest this if you're into savory and sweet dinners. The fish and chips was an all star plate. The tarter sauce was delicious. I really enjoyed the hearty sized portion of fish I was served. It was perfectly fried. Everything that was served was of excellent quality and the service was great. Flathead Lake brewing sits on a hill along the river that gives you a gorgeous view of the lake. Seating outside has heaters and is on the second story so do not be discouraged to dine outside! Plenty of parking is available. I recommend it if you're in the area. read more

Pros: The location right on the lake was absolutely gorgeous. And the dining rooms inside were fun and easy to relax in. Definitely had a hometown bar kind of vibe. Service was excellent. We had a pretty big party, but he handled us with no issues or mistakes whatsoever. Food was so good. The burgers were cooked amazingly well, and the toppings were perfect, too. Cons: No cons. Tips: 1. Get a burger. 2. Arrive earlier than you want to. This place gets popping and there will be a wait. read more

Flathead Lake Brewing Co. Pubhouse - American Near Me - Bigfork, Montana

It's not too often I eat at a restaurant with less than four stars. But we were starving and views of the lake sounded like the perfect thing. I managed my expectations and thought oh well if it's just a mediocre meal. But I have to say, my House salad with grilled chicken added was much better than anticipated! Four stars. The chicken was cooked perfectly and I loved the combo of Montana goat cheese, huckleberry vinaigrette and bacon. That combo was just awesome. **Those with Celiac or gluten sensitivity....their menu states they're not a gluten free facility. As someone who is only sensitive to it, I decided to take my chances, hence why I ordered a salad. I figured that was my safest option. Unfortunately, the rest of the menu proved to be a bit difficult in that regard - either because I'd have to significantly modify a dish or its sides, or items were simply not going to be gluten free. The views of the lake were gorgeous. Because of the gluten thing I'm not sure we'd return but I'm so glad we stopped. I'm sure my husband would be back though - he loves his flight of 4 IPA's! read more

Service seemed very confused and frantic, we had a great view though. Food and beer were great!

The only thing really decent about this place is the lake view. And I don't think it has the best view at the lake. Food is just okay. Service is also just okay. Beer and cocktails not great. But if you want to enjoy the view of the lake on a nice day, this is a good spot. read more

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No Italian dressing for salads. Burnt, black, burger bun. Think that sums it up . This is one local place that is nothing but embarrassing for our quaint little town. Now the food has gone downhill. They'll rely on curious tourists. read more

This was a great experience! Best Brewery in the area. We sat at the bar and the bartender was great. I had a flight and the beer was amazing! No aftertaste or bitterness. The restaurant overlooks the lake which gave it a great ambiance for fun and a good date night. We ordered the mushroom Swiss burger which was a 10/10. It had the best homemade mustard and the meat was cooked perfectly. We also had the special which was the Elk Bison burger. It had a bacon jam and goat cheese on it. My husband loved it even tho the goat cheese to me was a little overpowering...all together it tasted awesome...11.5/10. Definitely recommend and will return!! read more

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Good food, good music, and fantastic views overlooking Flathead lake. Hubby loved his pizza. Great service, super friendly staff. Did I mention the view??? It was so quintessential Montana. I could sit out on the deck and stay there all day. But we've got some hiking to do... read more

Beautiful spot right on the lake for a beer or food! We arrived about 20 minutes before they opened and even though we were the first car in the parking lot, many more joined us before the doors opened. We beelined for the bar and ordered up a flight of beer.. we tried some different styles. The staff behind the bar was fantastic and the beers were good. There was a long wait for the patio and most people at the bar were having a beer while they waited for a table on the patio... and if you seen the view from the patio you would wait too. We definitely would return for a beer and the views. read more

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Flathead Lake is a beautiful lake, absolutely stunning. Flathead Lake Brewing Co tries to set expectations low because there is a large sign that says it is a small establishment and wait times will be long and orders may take longer than expected. Nevertheless we were seated almost immediately, not outside on the patio that faced out to the lake, but just indoors with a great view. Our drinks came out quickly. We absolutely loved the spinach and artichoke dip that came with lots of Parmesan chunks and warm toasted pita. This was the best spinach dip! My companion ordered a BLT and I ordered a Garden Portabella which was good but could have been better with cooked vegs rather than raw. Service was attentive and our food came out quickly. I saw some other tables get served burgers almost immediately (like really, really fast, almost suspiciously fast). You can't beat this location. I imagine it can get pretty crowded at times for outside tables. read more

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We had a very disappointing and disgusting dining experience here in July. We respectfully emailed the owner, we have waited for a reply for which we have not received. We decided to post our email to Mr Johnson for the public to read. Mr. Greg Johnston , We live in Ronan, and often stop at your restaurant when in Big Fork, or on the way home from Kalispell. We like the food, beer, the friendly staff, and sitting out on the deck. I'm writing to bring an incident to your attention, in case you don't learn of it otherwise. On 7/11/25, mid-afternoon, we dined on your patio. There were 9 of us including my parents who were visiting from Wisconsin, kids, son in law, sons girlfriend, of course my wife, and our 11 week pregnant daughter. Our pregnant daughter and her husband shared a Greek pizza, and after eating a few slices, a worm wiggled out from INSIDE the pizza, then across the pan. My daughter screamed, then ran to the bathroom to vomit. We brought it to the attention of our server, she apologized, and at first said it was because we were eating outside, but later said it must have been on the spinach. She took the pizza away and didn't mention the subject again. Most of the family stopped eating at this time, and either asked for a to- go box, or just left their uneaten food. The check came swiftly, and there was no mention of the preceding worm event. I paid the bill with a 20% tip and we left. On the way home we discussed what happened. We agreed that we were basically treated like tourists that you'd never have to see again. Instead, we were your Montana neighbors and repeat customers that you'll never GET to see again. We didn't have to pay for worm pizza. That's it. That and an apology. Looking back on it, it seems like there is a lot more your staff could have done. We're disappointed because we liked your restaurant a lot. read more

It's been a couple years since we've dined here and unfortunately we were left less than impressed. First things first our waitress was unenthusiastic and that's ok. We get it. Perhaps she was having an off day it wasn't anything alarming but she took our drink order and I asked for a 0% beer and even was sure to include "NA" in my request as I don't drink alcohol due to health reasons. She came back with a drink and I took a sip and could immediately tell there was alcohol. I asked her to confirm if it was indeed an NA and she said she thought I asked for something else and seems annoyed I wanted to send it back. No apology or anything. This was a bit alarming because this could have happened to someone who this small error could have ruined sobriety. At this point still a non issue and we ordered. Nothing crazy just a couple of burgers. They came out and I asked for a side of ranch as well as silverware. She never came back. We waited willing to flag anyone down and nobody passed by. One of the two burgers buns were so soggy it was as if it had been sitting out or something. Hence the silverware request. We finally got our silverware during the last couple bites of the meal. I politely put my wallet out with my card on top signally we were ready to pay and when she saw that she made a rather large gesture about we must be ready to pay. We did and I noticed she charged for the ranch we never got. The food was terrible. Soggy bun, overcooked patty plus we got just a few fries each. A strangely small portion size. Sorry but we won't be returning for another couple years. read more

I am new to Montana and I absolutely love eating here. Great burgers, great friends, and the view is amazing! I eat here several times a month and will continue to do so! read more

We had an elk braut sandwich, piadina flatbread sandwich and a pizza. The elk was fried not boiled as said on the menu and very dry. The pizza was cold and the piadina bread wasn't cooked which made it real chewy. Our service was good when we could get her attention. It sits on the lake and has a beautiful view. Just not many tables to see it from. read more

This was our first stop in Montana after flying into Kalispell and we had a great time. It was busy so we had a drink at the bar before getting to our table overlooking Flathead Lake. My wife really liked her huckleberry mule and I enjoyed their beer. My wife had a mushroom burger and I had a grilled chicken sandwich and they were both very tasty as well! The atmosphere is relaxing, service was good, and it's just a nice restaurant overall. We would definitely come back. read more

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We're visiting from Florida and spending time with our family here in Bigfork. I tried the bison & elk burger with the huckleberry jam, goat cheese, and caramelized onions and it was great! My wife is gluten free and we went for the GF tuxedo cake and it was so good! And the skies clear while we ate and the sun came out over the lake which is stunning. Oh, and the service was excellent! We'll be back! read more

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Server was excellent and food was delicious. Will absolutely order the skillet cookie again

Food was not terrible, but wasn't great either. Had the fish and chips. One piece of cod and some fries for $17. Others had pulled pork sandwich (beware: they slap the coleslaw on top of the meat‍), Cajun chicken tenders (very spicy), and pepperoni pizza (a little greasy). The spicy chicken egg roll appetizers were good and the Cajun shrimp appetizer was excellent. Also, know that they do not give free refills on sodas or lemonade, a fact which was unknown until the bill came. Would have ordered water had I known that. Rechecked the menu and nowhere does it say anything about that. Guess you can't expect too much on the food side of a brewpub. On the bright side, our server Wyatt was a nice guy. This was our first time in the area for a family vacation to Glacier NP, so I doubt I will be back anytime soon, but probably won't repeat this place if so. read more

We were looking for somewhere new, and both felt like burgers. But, we don't eat meat, so we needed to find a place that has veggie burgers. We did some online searching and determined Flathead Lake Brewing Co has veggie burgers! So, we headed over. We'd always driven by this place and thought we should try it, but not being big beer drinkers, it never was top of the list. First, location is great and since I broke my ankle and am on a scooter, I will note the handicapped access ramp is great, and the bathrooms are large and very accessible as well. Second, the atmosphere was nice - you had a big bar with tables along the wall, windows overlooking Flathead Lake and a nice fireplace area with more tables. It was clean and inviting. We both had the veggie burger with fries, and were both pleasantly surprised! The bun was outstanding and the burgers were good - they were not those messy, mushy ones, they were firm and tasty with fresh toppings. Fries were fine - they were thicker than a shoestring, so not my personal favorite type of fry, but they were good. Service was very nice and pleasant, and I appreciated that when asked, the server knew what kind of veggie burger they served so I could make an informed decision. We will definitely be back, especially when we have summer visitors! read more

Great food, great times Service is top notch! They have live music on Friday and Saturday nights

Love everything about this place! Food is really good! Beer is delightful and the view is fabulous! read more

We came because of location--right on the lake. The food was good--nothing too special. The salad is advertised as grilled chicken on a bed of lettuce and is Just That. Lots of lettuce, three grape tomatoes and some candied nuts. Mostly just a sea of green. Burgers were as expected. Service was good. I wasn't impressed but wasn't disappointed, either. read more

We decided to try this place during our vacation to Flathead Lake, and we are happy that we did. The view from here is phenomenal, and they have several tasty beers. Of the breweries that we tried in the area, this one has the better beers. I have to say the Citrus Smash is their best one. They also have a full bar and wine list. Our friends voted the Roan Mule with huckleberry vodka as the best cocktail. The dinner menu seemed small, but everyone in our group was very happy with their entrees. The pretzels and cheese sauce are delicious! We ordered the Pulled Pork Sandwich, Bacon Pubhouse Burger, and Cajun Chicken Basket, and they were all great. The kids enjoyed their Chicken Strips and Mini Cheeseburgers, and they were happy to find out that dessert was included with the kids' meals. The restaurant seems to be understaffed at this time, so wait times for tables may be long; however, that seems to be the case everywhere nowadays. Definitely worth a try! read more

Flathead Lake Brewing Co. Pubhouse - Citrus Smash - American Near Me - Bigfork, Montana

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If you're in Big Fork, this is a great choice for lunch or dinner. The view of the Flathead Lake is absolutely stunning and the service is beyond accommodating and friendly, not to mention they have a great selection of beer, ciders, and cocktails! The guest wifi here is very reliable too. I started with a flight with the centennial, flathead lager, espresso stout, and the cider. My favorite was the cider. We also tried the non alcoholic beer which was refreshing too. The food selection is a mix of burgers, salads/soups, and other sandwiches for the most part. We got the salmon burger and the jalapeño bacon burger with regular fries and sweet potato fries. The salmon was juicy and cooked perfectly, the bread was soft and it was paired with pickled onions. The bacon jalapeño burger was equally delicious. The patties is cooked medium well (also stated on the menu) and still had a good amount of juiciness to it. The bacon was thick and crispy which is a huge win and then it's topped with jalapeno cream cheese to make it extra decadent. We also like both set of fries, each had a good crisp level and it was paired with ranch, chipotle ranch, mayo, and maple syrup (for the sweet potato fries). We were stuffed but still found room to get dessert. We ordered the cheesecake and the flourless gluten free chocolate cake. Both pretty standard, so if you need something sweet to end the meal, I say go for it. If you're in Big Fork, I would bookmark this place! read more

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Beautiful view of Flathead lake from some of the seats. I think the servers should dress better for this to be a nice restaurant. I am not a fan of paying higher prices and having a server in a t-shirt and jeans. The Italian sandwich was very large and easy to split. We also got the SPICY CAJUN SHRIMP which was NOT my favorite. I have never had Cajun pasta with big fat macaroni noodles. I would like to never have them again. The sauce was good but was all at the bottom of the bowl, when I could get it with a noodle or a shrimp it was nice, and noted it was a buttery sauce. The shrimp were big and delicious. I would possibly go back but I would not order the spicy Cajun shrimp pasta again. read more

Flathead Lake Brewing Co. Pubhouse - spicy cajun shrimp pasta - American Near Me - Bigfork, Montana

Perfect stop after a day at the lake. Quality of food and drink matches the great views. Caesar was fresh and the fish and chips were akin to the fried version of what I imagine the followers of Jesus received upon the miracle of loaves and fishes. Their Amber was solid and the huckleberry ale was a nice finish while watching the sun set. Would definitely come back! read more

Great friendly service from Erin! She's also really helpful w local information. I enjoyed tje elk brat and wife loved the glten free pizze. Great IPA's and huckleberry vocktails read more

Flathead Lake Brewing Co. Pubhouse - Elk brat & gluten free pizza - American Near Me - Bigfork, Montana

YES. You should go here. 1000%! There was quite the wait whenever I was leaving. I got there right at 4 to beat the crowd. I got a burger and fries and it was top notch! Amazing! The side salad was amazing! My husband got the southwest wrap and said it was really spicy!!!! We got a flight of beer to share and most of them were pretty good! We also tried their huckleberry beer which is common in Montana. My husband liked it so much that he got a growler to go! All in all, I spent over $100 here and that's with the take home beer and a few items in their nice gift shop. Worth every penny. The food was moderately priced as well. This is sitting right on flathead lake and if you decide to eat on the outdoor patio, it overlooks the lake! You can't beat that view. Wasps are bad in Montana so we opted to eat inside for that reason. read more

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The food is great but the service is what makes this place one of my favorites in Bigfork. Lizz the server/bartender is the best! She always waits on us and gives the most incredible service, even when it's slammed. She pays attention to detail, works hard and always remembers our drinks. Highly recommend! read more

Kid friendly. Me and my daughter split this really good burger with jalapeño cream cheese and bacon. My son got The cajun chicken basket is also very delicious; it came with what tastes like Old Bay dipping sauce that was FIRE! So good. The service was spot on. We received our drinks quickly and brews even quicker. It definitely hit the spot after visiting the new Flathead Alpine Coaster. We were seated as soon as we walked into the building which was great considering we came in at lunchtime. HIGHLY RECOMMEND! read more

Flathead Lake Brewing Co. Pubhouse - Popper Burger - American Near Me - Bigfork, Montana

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Had a very bad meal. Extremely over salted fries and mushy veggie burger with bitter off taste, to top it off very rude hostess. I usually don't write bad reviews but this was an awful experience. read more

A friend forced us to revisit ! I'm so glad he did. After a few times of not great they are back to being great. We have been here twice in a month and both times the service and the food were excellent. Today I had the French dip and hubby had the burger with pastrami on it! We both loved our meals and the bartender was fantastic! Excited to put this place back in our rotation. read more

Flathead Lake Brewing Co. Pubhouse - Can't beat the view! - American Near Me - Bigfork, Montana

(This review is ONLY for the upstairs) I still cannot believe how rude everyone is that works here. Out of the kindness of my heart, I keep coming back with a positive attitude and to support my local breweries, to only be disappointed over and over. There's barely any staff, which I understand we are struggling in the valley for workers at every establishment, however, that doesn't mean they should be rude. We ended up leaving before even getting a beer due to lack of service and mean comments (not even under their breath), just loud and clear. I won't ever try to dine/drink upstairs. I cannot wait for the basement to reopen, that's is where it's at. read more