my husband and i loved this spot, we read reviews before we came in and the place absolutely met the hype. if i could give this place an extra star, i would! our server was a nice young man, he was such a pleasure read more

An absolutely fantastic brewery. We were directed here after a visit to the Yellowstone Beer Company West Yellowstone (a new favorite) as Karabatic brews some of the premium beers at their facility in Livingston. We were not disappointed! A cozy place in downtown Livingston with and great selection of fantastic Kraft beers and what looked like pretty standard bar menu, but we did not have an opportunity snacks! Friendly service and we were never at a loss for great conversation. Great place to have a cold one when in Livingston. read more

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We stopped in here for dinner while passing through on a long car trip. The servers were friendly and our food came quickly. I had the verde pork burrito and it was excellent and just the right portion. My husband also enjoyed the taco plate and a beer. I definitely recommend. read more

They sent me a replacement beanie and stickers when mine were lost!! Thank you SO MUCH you guys!! read more

Katabatic Brewing - Rad merch!! - Breweries Near Me - Livingston, Montana

Very good beers in an open and fun atmosphere. Chips and guac were also excellent. We sat at the bar and had good service. And I took away an APA in a buffalo-themed screw top crowler which was nice. read more

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We really enjoyed Katabatic brewing. Saddled up to the bar and grabbed a flight and a pint. Good beer!! The Mexican restaurant next door had food which was great - chips, salsa, guacamole plus queso hit the spot with cold beers. Cool ambiance and great service as well. Laid back spot right in town. read more

There's nothing quite as satisfying as a giant burrito and a couple of beers. Katabatic brings it to the people who want it!

A Perfect Pit Stop After Yellowstone: Katabatic Brewing Delivers! After the awe-inspiring grandeur of Yellowstone National Park, we made the easy hour-long drive north to Livingston, and it was here, tucked into a magnificent old brick building, that we found a true Montana gem: Katabatic Brewing Co. This microbrewery is more than just a place for a cold pint; it's a living piece of the town's rich past, offering a refreshing blend of history, hearty food, and superb craft beer. The first thing that grabs your attention is the building itself. Housed in what was clearly an important structure from the town's heyday, the high ceilings, exposed brick, and warmth of all the exposed wood, tell a silent story of Livingston's critical role in the Northern Pacific Railroad's expansion. The brewery has managed to preserve this historic feel beautifully, adding modern comfort without sacrificing any of the old-world charm. It's a wonderfully atmospheric spot--a tangible connection to the rugged era of steam engines and frontier commerce. For a small-town brewery, the beer list is impressively diverse and expertly crafted. I started with the "TIppy Truck Blonde Ale," a nod to the town's wind, which was bright, crisp, and perfectly balanced--a much-needed refreshment after a long day of hiking and driving. My partner tried the "Muzzleloader Chocolate Stout," a dark, smooth brew with notes of coffee and roasted barley that was complex and deeply satisfying. Every beer we sampled demonstrated a high level of skill; this is serious brewing that can compete with the best of the city scenes. The food menu (which comes from the neighboring Mexican Restaurant) is designed for post-adventure appetites. We opted for the "Fiesta Burrito" and "Montana Taco" and were thoroughly impressed. It was clearly made with fresh, quality ingredients, and was the ideal, warm, comforting fare you crave in a mountain setting. It was unpretentious yet delicious, and the portions were generous enough to refuel any park explorer. What truly sets Katabatic Brewing apart is the outstanding service. From the moment we walked in, the staff were friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely welcoming. Our server not only offered excellent recommendations for both beer and food but also took the time to share a few interesting facts about the building's history and other things to do in the area. It was genuine, relaxed, and attentive--the kind of laid-back, sincere hospitality that makes a visitor feel instantly like a local. Katabatic is an essential stop for anyone traveling through this part of Montana. Whether you're a history buff, a craft beer aficionado, or simply looking for a fantastic meal in a unique setting after a day at Yellowstone, this brewery delivers on all fronts. It's a flavorful toast to Montana's past and a delightful taste of its present. Highly Recommended! read more

Wide variety of local brews, ability to order Mexican 'carry out' from the restaurant next door. Service was attentive and had great recommendations. read more

I came here excited to support a local brewery, but the experience was nothing short of a disaster. From the moment we walked in, the staff seemed completely uninterested in acknowledging our presence. We stood at the bar for nearly 15 minutes while Kat, the bartender avoided us, deliberately avoiding eye contact. When we finally did get "help," it was delivered with an attitude that made it feel like we were inconveniencing her by ordering a beer in their brewery. Our food from next door came out quicker than the beer flights we ordered! The service was painfully slow, the manager Kat barely interacted and slow at best. She was nowhere to be found when glasses needed clearing, and asking for a simple water felt like we were asking for the moon. Breweries are supposed to be about community, good vibes, and a shared love of craft beer. Instead, this place runs on laziness, apathy, and excuses. Save yourself the time and money--there are plenty of other breweries that actually care about both their beer and their customers. read more

I came in last week during a weekday to a dead establishment. Waited forever for a beer with zero other patrons. This place is such a trainwreck that I half expected John Taffer from Bar Rescue to storm in and start screaming at the rude manager, Kat. Until that happens, consider this brewery more of a cautionary tale than a destination. Customer service is very much lacking. read more

Stopped in with a friend for a beer and some food, and unfortunately the service left a lot to be desired. It was around 2 pm on a Tuesday, and there were only two other customers in the entire place, so we expected quick and friendly service. Instead, it took about 10 minutes before anyone came over to take our order. We ordered beers first, then food. Oddly enough, our food came out before our beers ever arrived--which really shouldn't happen at a brewery. When the beers did show up, there was no acknowledgment of the delay or apology. The bartender, Kat, barely engaged with us and gave the impression that she didn't want to be there at all. There was no effort to create a welcoming atmosphere, and it honestly felt like we were inconveniencing her by simply being there. For a brewery that should pride itself on craft beer and hospitality, this was a disappointing experience. The food itself was fine, but the overall vibe and lack of basic service overshadowed everything. When a place is nearly empty and the staff still can't provide attentive service, that says a lot. Sadly, I wouldn't recommend this spot based on our visit. read more

Ok....4.8 stars. The beers were awesome but the service was ok. We sat down and I noticed right away that there was no place to hang your jacket because none of the table chairs have backs to them. They're all bar stools and the chairs at the bars have backs, wtf!!?? Our server came over right away after we sat down but we hadn't looked at the menu yet so we weren't ready. When we were ready, he never came back. We had to order at the bar. The food is actually made at the Mexican restaurant next door. It was pretty good but I had done a Yelp search on good burgers in my area when we were coming back from a hike and this place came up first, and they don't even cook their own food and they only have one burger and it was just good. I bought a small growler to go. Great beer place for sure. Cheers. read more

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Friendly people, Friendly atmosphere. Good beer! What else could you ask for? From hazy to stout to Mexican lager

Perfect place to unwind. Mexican food was delicious opus and beers were cold. What more can you ask for.

Good beer selection and a friendly crowd. Stop by and grab a pint or two. The place has cool artwork for sale as well.

This is my utopia. Fresh and delicious high quality beer with ability to have amazing Mexican food--ordered from and dropped at your table. (Some of the best Mexican food I've had in years!) Friendly and warm service. Cool vibe. Great with kids. (We stopped for lunch while passing thru town). Highly recommend and we will be back! read more

A great place to hang out. The service is awesome and the beer is great. They also serve a limited menu from the mexican place next door.

Wanted to try this place and glad we did. This place rocked! All the servers were amazing! We ordered 2 IPAs and wanted a little something to munch on. We ordered their chips, salsa with Guacamole. For a little something we were full. A generous portion. Normally I like chunky salsa but this was more liquid...it was so yummy and so was the guacamole! The IPAs we tried were amazing. So far on our road trip, they had the best IPAs we've tried. Bathrooms were clean. Self serve water offered. I definitely recommend with place! read more

Katabatic Brewing - Chips, guacamole and salsa. So good! Price was only $6.95! - Breweries Near Me - Livingston, Montana

Nice place to have a beer and a hard seltzer, we thoroughly enjoyed the chips, guac, salsa and queso. The taquitos were just ok, but the burritos were very tasty. read more

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Friendly staff, good beer. Food came from the restaurant next door. Again, friendly staff but the food was just ok. Go for the beer!! read more

Perfect place to get a pint. Dakota was fantastic, great service, contagious smile. Pretty cool 1/2 growlers to take home. I choose the trout. I will be back. read more

Katabatic Brewing - a pint of beer on a bar - Breweries Near Me - Livingston, Montana

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Just stopped to kill some time here while we waited for my in-laws to get in town. Had a couple beers, both great, wish I had a little more time to try some more. But all in all seems like a great place to stop. read more

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Delicious beers, good food, and great vibes. If you are passing through on I-90 this place is worth driving into town for. read more

Katabatic Brewing - Mountain Time Cream Ale - Breweries Near Me - Livingston, Montana

This brewery was really cool! We enjoy going to different breweries on our vacation and this is definitely one that should be passed up. Great spot to pop in and have a few! read more

My go to local brewery with great beer, great Mexican food next door that will serve you at the brewery without going next door read more

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I only had their IPA and it was delicious. The bartender serving me and made me feel welcome as I was the first person to occupy the bar that day. Opened at 12:00 when I was there. I bought a six pack of the IPA to go for my fly fishing adventure and it did seem to taste a bit different than from the tap but was still very enjoyable. read more

The beer is good! They had 9 on tap the day I went, and a good selection from light to dark. If I had to do it again I would pass on the Mexican food from next door- it's greasy American Mexican food in my opinion... read more

This spot is an awesome place to go for brews. They've got a solid line up to choose from. I got a couple of flights and ended up trying 7 total. I would drink every single one of them again and they were all different styles for the most part. They aren't a one trick pony that's for sure. They have some offerings for food that are from next door. The barbacoa nachos were outstanding and we crushed them. I had chicken enchiladas and my friend had a burrito. We enjoyed both! Added bonus that our server was awesome and even gave us some fishing tips for our trek into Yellowstone the next day. Great spot check it out!! read more

Decently sized place on a scenic street in downtown Livingston. Tough get a spot these days with COVID rules on seating, but their mask compliance was great and they made sure tables were clean and ready for new patrons as soon as someone left. Solid sud selection with varying styles, so no matter what you like you're gonna find something at least tangentially related to your favorite style. Good beer, good service, cool tap room on Main Street. It's a really chill spot and I'd love to go back if I ever make it back to Livingston. Seems like a great joint to relax in trying all the beers! Next time I'll try more than two... read more

A quick pitstop in Livingston for a beer, and a snack. It was two breweries on the list to try. and they opened at 12 noon -- actually let us sneak in early. They offer daily beer specials-- so of course we had to try the Tippy Truck Blonde (made from honey from Harlowtown, MT). It was good, definitely had a honey taste and was a light beer. We had the chips salsa and guacamole which was delicious, the guacamole was recommended by the bartender and it was chunky with tomato and onion, definitely worth trying when you stop in. Katabatic is named after a wind speed, so it was interesting to find how they came up with the name. read more

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Tasty beers and hearty Mexican food (loved the stuffed potato skins!) in a pleasant atmosphere read more

Katabatic Brewing - Tasting flight and Mexican stuffed potato skins - Breweries Near Me - Livingston, Montana

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Stopped in for lunch and a beer. Had Mexican food (served from restaurant next door). Beer, food and ambiance was great. Enjoyed talking with the bartender about the local area. read more

Great atmosphere and brewery selections. Such a great place to enjoy downtown Livingston.

Great vibe. Great beer. Great service. Sounds like a trifecta to me! Highly recommended. read more

Katabatic Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Livingston, Montana

I was there August 2nd a lady and a guy where the servers. Both where a little stand offish. Like I said before it's not the same place I enjoyed back when I was there building the Livingston hospital. read more

Super good food! Ordered the chicken taquitos starter and it was enough plus some for my lunch! read more

Katabatic Brewing - Chicken taquitos - Breweries Near Me - Livingston, Montana

Great place. Easy and nice atmosphere. The beer was good and you can get tastings to try a few

In downtown Livingston, Award winning microbrewery that serves "food" So seeing 4 1/2 stars on Yelp we wanted to try this microbrewery on our first night in Livingston. Located right off of the I 90 business bypass that goes right through town with plenty of street parking in the downtown area, but in the winter there might be snow piled up and less places to park. It is a big open space with a long bar and high bar tables. There is a sign to seat yourself and bus your own tables. You actually go to the corner of the bar to order where they will give you a number stand. In addition when you order beer they give you tickets as way to control how much beer you drink. The draft menu is clearly displayed above the bar. That night they had a Hefeweizen, scotch ale, pale ale, IPA, clean water pilsner, coffee porter, Irish Red, and a Belgian Ale. Food wise, they have a tex-mex themed menu with deep fried enchiladas, chimichangas, crispy shell or flour tortilla tacos, etc. I noticed no one was eating there but didn't figure that out as a bad sign, until one of the regulars told us that food is bad. Everyone in Katabatic was super friendly, talking, and having a good time. I ordered the clean water pilsner, which was very fresh clean palate with a slight hoppy after taste. More German than Czech. We ordered tacos and assumed that soft tacos mean corn tortillas. Also the fried enchilada appetizer. We got the shredded beef, why? Because we were in Montana. The beef was tasty, but the flour tortillas get soggy fast. The deep fried enchiladas were better after dipped in sour cream. Three entrees and two microbrews just over $30 what a deal. Beer was awesome, food OK, and great atmosphere. Will be coming back to drink beer. read more

Both bartenders were efficient and friendly. Food was yummy and beers cold & tasty on a hot summer day! Dad says, "Best beer in Montana!" Loved the story about its name too. read more