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    Montana Ale Works

    4.4 (1.6k reviews)
    Open 4:00 pm - 9:30 PM

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    Happy hour specials

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    Ronit C.

    I cannot stress enough, how amazing this place was. My family and I sat outside and were right away given menus and food choices. Our server was Maddie and she was intuitive to any allergies or food preferences that our family might have had. Then the manager even came by to let me know that, although I ordered the poke ( which was amazing by the way), that came with wontons, the wontons were fried in the same oil as the pork food..( I told Maddie that I don't eat pork products). That not only did the manager give me alternatives and options instead of the wontons, but he also made sure that I had any other additional allergies. The beer my husband had was spot on and he said it was one of the best beers he has ever had. Definitely worth the drive and the wait to sit outside if necessary. But as a tip... Go sit outside and ask for Maddie. She was awesome. The ambiance was spectacular

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    Becca D.

    Only came here for drinks so I can speak on the food. However I did get an amber ale that was really great! And the service was really friendly. The patio dining is so cute with lights and just a fun place to go.

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    Gabrielle B.

    I've been to Montana ale works several times and it's quickly become one of my favorite places for dinner in Bozeman. It has it all: a vast, delicious menu, excellent service and fantastic ambiance! I love the salads and the fact that they offer tofu as a protein, which makes it accessible for every dietary preference. The Asian ramen salad is my absolute favorite. It has such a distinct umami flavor that I love! I most recently had the house made veggie burger and it really hit the spot. It was so tender, flavorful and nutritious. The fries were also amazing with a perfect texture and so flavorful. I love that it used to be a train station and that it still has a historic feel despite also feeling upscale. I'd highly recommend this restaurant for any occasion.

    My "im not really hungry" plate lolol
    Bella V.

    If I could give it 10 stars I would. When it comes to the food. Josh and I have yet to go to a restaurant where we both agree the food is absolutely excellent and beyond expectations!! Our waitress gave is great recommendations. Service was great. Food was even better. Ambiance Is perfect for all occasion.

    Our server, Dillon, was the best. We had just finished a week long motorcycle tour from San Diego to Bozeman and really wanted to try some local meat. Dillon was very helpful in describing menu items and directing us to the elk burgers. Her service was friendly and attentive.

    Huckleberry cream ale
    David T.

    Great place! Entrees are a bit expensive, but sandwiches are delicious and reasonable. A hack is that any patty can be swapped into any sandwich. I got the elk burger as described on the menu and it was great! The fries are some of the best I've ever had. There is also a nice selection of beers. I recommend the huckleberry cream ale. Service was fast and friendly. The building looks like an old train depot, and the whole place has an old west, train vibe, but it looks clean and modern at the same time.

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    Andrew R.

    We stopped by for some snacks and drinks. Our server, Thomas, was very helpful identifying beers I would enjoy and very detailed with the specials for the night. The Asian sesame wings were tasty, but the wings were a bit small. The queso was delish and the red pepper jalapeño soup was fabulous! This spot was very busy, but the service was pretty solid. It is a great spot for a large party too.

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    Lisa S.

    We were looking for a place on New Year's Eve. We wanted to end 2025 on a good foot. It was perfect. Seated right away (of course we went at 5pm). Everyone who served us was happy and helpful, no rush just fun. With the place all decorated and very clean it was easy to relax and people watch. The most important, the food!!!! Outstanding , with the most tasty, unique meal combinations! We will most definitely be back! You should absolutely put this on your list of must do's for your next visit to Bozeman!

    Robert M.

    Last chance exactly as imagined. I used to come here for special occasions but the value just got strangely out of whack for me. This opinion is based on 10+ visits over time at a variety of times. Always less than 4 people in the group. After this last visit I'm just not going back. My steak frites was 3 sliced pieces of some rump round or something. Tough as hell and literally 3 bites on top of washed out fries. I was so frustrated I just went to eat and it was so tough I actually thought I was going to choke and die on site. Service was really weird. Literally a different person for each stage (including water service) which can be a bit confusing for the diner if random people just keep approaching. Honestly I just won't be back. Food sucked, portions were beyond tiny and the service made me feel awkward while randomly approaching. Very unusual but I'm never going back. Good luck it's a mess and costs a fortune.

    Diala A.

    My husband and I came here for dinner after a day spent at Yellowstone! It was a chill vibe and very big inside, so plenty of seating. Our server was friendly and helpful as well. Our food was pretty standard brewery food - not too fancy and not too casual in quality. Overall, a nice spot with lots of options!

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    Nice ambiance. Food and beer choices were plentiful and very good. Service was very attentive and nice. Great bison burgers

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    Ask the Community - Montana Ale Works

    Are dogs allowed anywhere?

    After a few issues with dogs on their Patio. Montana Ale Works no longer allows dogs.

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