The ambiance was quiet and romantic! Excellent clam chowder. The evenings special of 24 oz bone in…read moreribeye, aged 22 days from local ranch with pork soy based Demi glaze was outstanding as were the sides of Brussel sprouts and whipped potatoes. The butterscotch budino was creamy, smooth, and so decadent! Very attentive and friendly staff!

My wife and I have now dined at J.W. Heist twice, most recently last night to celebrate our 21st…read morewedding anniversary. Both visits have been positive overall, with excellent steaks, very good service, and several memorable dishes. That said, our most recent experience fell a little short of what I would expect from one of Bozeman's premier upscale steakhouses in terms of atmosphere. We had a 5:45pm reservation and were seated in a comfortable booth near the front of the restaurant, adjacent to the bar. We started with the fried calamari, which we had also ordered on our previous visit. Unfortunately, this time it was disappointing. There was far too much batter and very little actual calamari. Given how much we enjoyed it previously, perhaps this was simply an off night. The steaks, however, were excellent. My wife ordered the 8-ounce filet and I had the 16-ounce prime strip, both medium rare. Both arrived properly prepared and were flavorful, tender, and delicious. We shared the loaded baked potato and fried Brussels sprouts. The portions were generous and both sides were excellent, particularly the Brussels sprouts with caramelized bacon and small pieces of Granny Smith apple. Service was another highlight. Our waiter, Jordan, was attentive, prompt, and thorough throughout the evening. The additional wait staff were equally conscientious and friendly. My primary reservation concerns the atmosphere. Being seated next to the bar naturally meant more noise, and two nearby tables became particularly loud as the evening progressed. Obviously, a restaurant has limited control over the volume of individual guests, and I also take responsibility for not mentioning when making the reservation that we were celebrating our anniversary. Next time, I'll request a quieter table toward the rear of the dining room. I was also somewhat surprised by how casual the dress standards are. One of the things I appreciate about living in Montana is its relaxed, unpretentious character, and I certainly don't expect formal attire everywhere. My wife and I enjoy getting dressed up when indulging in fine dining, and while we don't expect everyone to arrive in suits and ties or dresses, we do anticipate a level of dress and decorum somewhat above everyday casual. J.W. Heist presents itself as an upscale steakhouse, and an evening for two can easily exceed $200. Seeing shorts and several baseball caps in the dining room--including backwards caps--detracts somewhat from the elevated atmosphere I would expect at that price point. Casual attire in the bar area makes perfect sense, but I think a modest dress standard in the main dining room would help distinguish the experience and make special occasions feel a little more special. Overall, we've enjoyed both of our visits. The quality of the steaks and sides has been excellent, the service has been consistently very good, and we would recommend J.W. Heist to others. We will likely return as well. I simply think a few refinements to the dining-room atmosphere would bring the overall experience more in line with the quality of the food, service, and price point.

Amazing. Tonight we rediscovered a gem out in the distant…read moreworld of Montana. No frills just good food. BABY BACK RIBS that are off the charts. Perfectly grilled with bountiful meat. Delicious flavor. So very filling. Add to this gem the onion rings, clam chowder, mac and cheese, salad the total package. All this in a casual understated atmosphere. Great place !!!!!!! Make the effort and make the trek to Three Forks area to Willow Creek. You will not be disappointed.

The food could compete very will with many high end restaurants in California. The service is…read moregreat, food fantastic. Don't let the exterior fool you, great food inside awaits you.

After settling in our VRBO home, we drive to Stacey's, as it's considered a "must" when in town. We…read morehad built an appetite after traveling nearly 12 hours. We waited about 30 minutes for a table and it was worth it! Cozy ambiance and welcoming environment. I had the Flat Iron, with a side salad and button mushrooms. Hubs ordered Ribeye with broccoli and fries. Yum!

What's great about Stacey, is both her Mom (Fountains of Wayne), and the fact that you'll pass the…read moreRanche that grow the beef they sell here on your way driving here. At a near century old establishment serving steaks the whole time is a hard thing to do. There are lots of restaurants that pivot and change and use burgers to get by, but steaks the whole time is a work that needs to be celebrated. Sure Texas is known for their cattle production and Nebraska for their grain grown to feed cattle, but the beef here, is grass grown, local that could have walked here and there is something to be said about that. That's more than dance with who brung you, but rather eat em where they lay. Apparently this used to be a Butcher Shop / Bank, interesting combo before 1937. Family owned and operated for generations. I came here 3 times while I was passing thru they do alot of things well. The BYO burger upgraded to Bison is a rarity and a must. The Fried Chicken sandwich is hearty and balanced with the horseradish, tomato, pickles. It doesn't even need cheese. Rocky Mountain oysters and tender with just enough chew. The breaded cheese curds hold up well to dipping sauces which most normal curds dont. Rocker sauce is good, but never figured out what was in it. Tangy, sweet. Loved the Wedge salad, the ranch was outstanding. Prime rib after 5pm, upgrade your sides to loaded baked potato and a wedge side salad, it's worth it. The 10 oz is more like 12 and the 16 oz is more like 18. Great crust and seasoning, zesty horseradish. Wall to wall pink, tender, juicy. No sauces here like au poive or a bernaise. Save room for dessert their carrot cake is moist, soft and sweet. the peanut butter pie is a downhome classic and the oreos, my god. Service is great, prices are good for the area. Ambiance is excellent. It's a great representation of what an area can do without trying to be like someone else. I actually had their shrimp which is odd being so far from water here, they obliged me to get them all 3 ways if I ordered 2 orders.

On a roadtrip with my girlfriend and this was one of the spots we chose on the way to Bozeman…read more We loved the area, the location, the parking made it feel super Montana and it's reminiscent of the area I'm from. We sat outside cause it's summer and it was a perfect temperate in the early evening. There are games outside that we enjoyed playing (connect 4 and frisbee golf). I taught my gf to throw the frisbee The server was extremely nice and welcomed us. We asked her questions about the town and even how the police react to speeding The burger I got with jalapeños was delicious!! Cooked medium rare and it was perfect. The fries were delicious My girlfriends wedge salad was extremely salty. I tried it and had to spit it out. She's didn't want to make a big deal out of it even though she was still hungry. We hadn't told the server b/c I didn't know at first, I mentioned it to her later and she said we'd get a comp or something but only took $2 off. Overall would come back again it was just an interesting situation but we wanted to have a good vacation!

I'm updating my review as of 2026. The food here has changed and it's delicious. The service is…read moreawesome. Nothing like it was three years ago. I gotta give it five stars.

Had our 10 year wedding anniversary dinner here. It was lovely. Our server was very attentive. I…read morehad the flank steak with mushroom masala. Delicious! My husband had the filet mignon and mashed potatoes. He said they were almost as good as mine. That chocolate bomb was the perfect end to the meal.

Great food, great service, friendly atmosphere. I highly recommend both the restaurant and pub.read more

If I could give Feast Bistro 6 stars, I would!…read more We started with the Curried Halibut Cake appetizer, which had the perfect amount of kick without overpowering the fresh flavor of the fish. The Roasted Beet Salad was cool, refreshing, and a perfect complement to the appetizer. For my main course, I had the Catch of the Day--Sea Bass--prepared with Thai-inspired flavors. It was outstanding. I never would have believed jasmine rice could be prepared in such a savory and flavorful way. Every bite was exceptional. My date ordered the Lobster and Grits and absolutely loved it. Our servers were attentive, knowledgeable, and offered robust wine pairing recommendations that complemented each course perfectly. We finished the evening with a delicious selection of desserts, which was the perfect ending to an incredible meal. We dined on the patio, and the atmosphere was absolutely delightful. From start to finish, every aspect of the experience exceeded our expectations. Without question, this was one of the best dining experiences I've had in Bozeman, and I can't wait to come back.

We had an absolutely five-star experience at Feast. From start to finish, everything we ordered was…read moreexcellent and the service was fantastic. To start, we had the daily ceviche, which was a salmon ceviche with a bright citrus marinade, garnished with oranges and served alongside crispy wonton crackers. It was fresh, light, and a perfect way to kick off the meal. Next, we shared the hot crab dip, which was rich, warm, and packed with flavor. Served with grilled bread, it was the kind of dish you keep dipping back into because it's just that good. For our main dish, we shared the Brown Butter Scallops -- prosecco salt dusted scallops served with arugula pesto, herb mushrooms, and bacon & butternut squash arancini. The scallops themselves were perfectly cooked, tender, and flavorful, but the real standout on the plate was the arancini. Crispy on the outside with a rich, savory filling of bacon and butternut squash, it paired beautifully with the rest of the dish and completely stole the show. The entire meal was beautifully plated and thoughtfully prepared. The only small note is that the restaurant can get a bit loud when it's full, which can make conversation with your dinner companion slightly harder. That said, the lively atmosphere shouldn't stop you from enjoying a meal here. Overall, it was an exceptional dining experience. If you go, do not skip the bacon and butternut squash arancini--it was the absolute star of the dish and truly sensational.

Food was great and tasty. Service was excellent…read more Great customer service and support. Ambiance was very good.

Chicken wings are excellent. Pair them with their own Bar 3 sauce !!!!…read moreAtmosphere as expected. Staff as expected. I know I know I am not a beer drinker but it looked like folks were enjoying a brew. Check it out.

I had the birdseye salad. The salad was good but I decided to try the lemon vinaigrette. The…read moredressing was bitter and did not add anything to the salad. I think they should take the dressing off the menu. It is a small place up about six steps. We had to wait for 10 minutes with no place to sit.

Solid. Bacon was really good except one of the three pieces…read morewas so overdone it crumbled. Some people prefer that though. I didn't need a third piece anyway. Biscuit was soft on the inside, dense but not heavy and not dry. Potatoes have a fair amount of minced garlic. I am a fan (some people aren't). Potatoes were DRY. But. Ate them all so I'm not actually complaining too loudly here Husband had the tomcat. He finished it. So that's the extend of that review Staff is nice.