What an incredible experience. We were a group of 6 with no reservations, who had just hiked most of the day at Many Glacier. We were accommodated after a short wait. Our waiter who is from Ecuador could not have been more hospitable. We had the flatbread, quail and spinach artichoke dip for starters. Incredible! We then had the ribeye with mashed potatoes and veggies. Another incredible choice. Steaks were cooked to perfection, and you could taste the fresh sourced taste in the beef. We give this hidden gem 10 stars! If we are ever back to Montana, we will be back with reservations! Thank you for accommodating us! The "Pin Pals" Maurepas, Louisiana read more

Stopped there for dinner on September 6 as we were driving back to Columbia Falls, a big mistake!! The service was very slow although the place was not that full. The guy actually asked us if we had a reservation when the place was not that full. I ordered a New York Strip and it was the worst one I have ever had, Over half of it was fat and was so hard to cut probably would have been better off using a chainsaw. Ordered medium well and it was way undercooked Then the desert, we ordered a Huckleberry Cheesecake and the slice was the width of 2 cookies put together Only good part of the meal was the potatoes. Told and showed the waiter all of the steak fat and he said he would tell the cook. WOW read more

The view is great and you may even see a train pass through. The food options were good. Glad we caught this spot on the last night for the season. read more

Was in Glacier National Park after 9/10/23 when most places close up for the season so it was a godsend Summit House Steakhouse was still open and what a gem! We didn't have a reservation for our party of 7 but the owner/manager was very kind and was able to get us in within the hour. The wait went by fast because the restaurant is situated high up in the mountains with a view of the meadows often visited by wildlife and we were so lucky to see a big moose strolling by! The food was delicious too! Great ambience and service! Yelp says they are open til 8pm but restaurant sign says 9pm and owner/managed stayed open well past 9pm to accommodate people like us - tired hungry hikers after a long day in the beautiful Glacier National Park! read more

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We came here for our 9th wedding anniversary and it was absolutely wonderful. Our server Calli was so nice and courteous. We both ordered the rib eye (med rare and rare) and they were perfect. Just all together great!! read more

Beautiful restaurant with great food and views!! Perfect for a date night. Definitely worth the drive

Excellent food, beautiful setting, and wonderful service. This facility is located at the top of the Continental Divide with great vistas of the Rocky mountains. It is amazing that you can find this level of service and food quality in such a remote location. read more

Food was amazing and service was great. If you want to support a family owned business, this place is a great choice. The owner is such an awesome guy! read more

Definitely one of the best meals we've had in a long time. And one of the top steaks of my life! Wow! We really enjoyed our meal and also chatting with the waitress and with the family at the next table. If you're in or near Glacier National Park, you really owe it to yourself to try this hidden gem. Amazing food, great location, wonderful people, what more can you ask for? Just go eat! read more

Stayed at the Lodge and ate here both nights. As evidenced by pics (no pics night 2), the first night was better but we enjoyed our experiences both nights. Overall, it was a treat having the statehouse at the resort. Definitely the nicest option for miles. Both nights it was very busy so seems people who weren't staying at property came just for the food. The restaurant is small with only a handful of tables inside and a handful outside, but a nice setting. Incredibly friendly staff! They allowed me to change my meal a bit which was so nice. My aunt loved her pork tenderloin and the off menu ice cream with huckleberry sauce she was given both nights. I highly recommended the huckleberry cheesecake! The second night we both got the salmon and it was just OK. Wine selection was good, although I wished there were local wines. Pricing was reasonable. Each night I spent $60 for my meal which included a main dish, dessert, wine, tea, and a 20%+ tip. Added bonus were the views. Even though we sat inside, the large windows allowed us to catch beautiful sunsets over the water that runs through the property. read more

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It is hard to believe that the last review for Summit was 1-year ago. We were staying in the cabins adjacent to the steakhouse. It was an easy choice as there was nothing else nearby. We were glad that we chose to eat here. We split a rib-eye dinner (BTW they charged $7 which was a bit high to split the meal...) and we had the huckleberry cheesecake. Both were well prepared and very good. We sat on the patio which was also pleasant. If you are in the area, looking for a good meal, I would recommend stopping by - even if you need to dive in from East Glacier. read more

There are very few choices in terms of dining near the Two Medicine lake area. The restaurant is nice in a ranch setting. My husband & I both ordered the ribeye. I like my steak on the rarer side. Mine came out more like a medium, the main reason is how thin the steak is. Being a ranch in Montana, I thought this would be prime meat region, maybe my expectation is unrealistic. The steak was juicy fortunately. read more

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The food was delicious. Surprisingly, the pork loin was more tender than the beef tenderloin. They did run out of iced tea which both of us had. read more

Summit Mountain Steakhouse - Pork tenderloin in front, beef tenderloin in rear. - American Near Me - Essex, Montana

This is the best restaurant between Minneapolis and Spokane. The food is delicious, the service is impeccable and the view is Devine. Don't believe me, go give it a try. read more

Definitely our favorite restaurant in Montana. Not far from Glacier National Park (southeast). We had a wonderful dinner at the steakhouse. Went here with my family and it was wonderful. We made a reservation earlier in the day- but I'm not sure that's necessary during the week. We asked to be seated by a window, but honestly all views in the restaurant are terrific. Unfortunately the night we went it was only open until 9pm and the sunset isn't until around 10:30 which was a bummer because the other pictures posted on yelp of the sunset look amazing. We had a variety of things on the menu (we each have our own taste buds) and everyone loved what they got. I had the wild prawns picatta which was AMAZING. Great flavor and portion size. During our meal, the server came by to let us know that there was a moose in the lake outside! Overall, great food and ambience- which is something I didn't think I'd find in the middle of Montana. Highly recommended! read more

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The best food in the area, hands down. We ate here multiple times because it was so good and got different things each time including the salmon, multiple steaks, and a seared duck. The chef is very creative with his meals with great complimentary flavors. The service was also great each time. All had a smile on their face, were very friendly and were there whenever you needed them. Overall great experience! read more

After a long weekend in Glacier NP we were tired of eating out of to go bags that the parks only offered during covid period. We wanted to sit down to a nice romantic dinner with a view and this place didn't disappoint not to mention how close it is to Glacier national park. The building has an amazing history and the small business owners are even expanding with a event area and cabins. The view was beautiful and we were able to watch trains go by. Customer service is excellent. read more

Found this by chance leaving East Glacier! We were starved and wanted a good meal. This place is awesome! If you want a gourmet meal that is filling as well as delicious, you've found the right place! The atmosphere and service was superb! Indoor or outdoor dining! read more

Summit Mountain Steakhouse - Angry Bear Steak: New Your Strip with Demi glaze, garlic potatoes and steamed vegetables. - American Near Me - Essex, Montana

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Dinner tonight was amazing! The beef tenderloin cooked just as my husband loves it Rare & the gorgonzola sauce was to die for. I had the pork tenderloin with huckleberry sauce also so flavorful. Service was spot on view was great next time we want to stay in one of the cabins. I wish we lived closer to enjoy it more often. read more

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My girlfriend and I stayed at Summit Mountain Lodge for our final night within the Glacier area, and we were both excited to try the steakhouse. We were not disappointed! The restaurant and menu are both fairly small, but I think it adds to the elite and specialized service they offer. They seem to have daily specials too that are not on the regular menu. My girlfriend had the fresh salmon that was one of the specials, and I had the flatiron steak, also a special menu item. Both were fantastic, savory, and well-crafted with fresh vegetables. The wait staff was incredible, everyone pitched in to ensure our dining experience was the best it could be, and the owner stopped by more than once to check on us, our food, and our service. The atmosphere is hard to beat, right on the southeastern perimeter of Glacier National Park with granite peaks towering near the lodge/restaurant and a beautiful creek and pond between. They have a deck for outdoor seating where we watched the ducks in the pond and kept an eye out for other wildlife on the slopes in the distance. We then had a perfect view of a brilliant and vivid sunset afterwards. There aren't a whole lot of options for restaurants on this stretch of Highway 2, but this gem is a must! read more

Summit Mountain Steakhouse - The view at sunset from the deck of Summit Mountain Lodge and Steakhouse. - American Near Me - Essex, Montana

Good food, great views. The restaurant was kinda busy but the server held it down on her own. I would recommend getting an extra set of hands to help decrease the stress but other than that it was great! read more

What a great find in this neck of the woods! We were referred by the friendly concierge, Julie, at East Glacier Lodge. The setting is delightful & homey- over looking a moose pond. Other than the mosquitoes at dusk, it was perfect sitting out on the garden deck; enjoying the dancing flycatchers & the sun washing the mountains with a blush of pink. The staff were engaging & neighborly. Our table ordered the hanger steak, coffee rubbed rib eyes & the shrimp pasta. The beef was incredibly flavorful & tender. Wow! It might just be one of the best steaks we've ever had. For dessert we had the chocolate cake & huckleberry cheesecake- both delectable. We'll definitely be back! read more

Summit Mountain Steakhouse - American Near Me - Essex, Montana

Pleasantly surprised to find food that was enjoyable (3-stars is defined as 'A-OK' by Yelp) at a "fine dining" establishment. I'm one of those picky a-hole foodies who eats fresh fruits and vegetables year-round from my backyard in southern California. Even the weeds like purslane are edible. When coming to rural areas, it's a challenge to get my customary fresh food. I typically give up and eat low-brow food because I hate overpaying for showier food that ends up being no better than a cheap pizza. On a five-day trip, this was my one attempt to break this trend and Summit succeeded. The house smoked trout was more like a salad because the very thin trout was placed on a bed of greens. As a BBQ smoke hound, I would have liked a strong smoke flavor instead of most of the flavor coming from the mustard sauce and pickled red onions. The roasted pork loin was soft like it was partially braised. The technique produced homey results that were further enhanced by the huckleberry sauce. The server asked for doneness and suggested medium-well which I agreed to. The meat wasn't even close to being slightly pink and I doubt the cooking method would allow anything but well done. The pretentious act of offering medium-well for pork should be dropped. Served with chunky mashed potatoes, unevenly cooked starches are generally unappealing and a pet peeve. I don't like chunky rice, pasta, or bread and similarly don't like chunky mashed potatoes. I also have a peeve about overcooked vegetables, but the side of sautéed squash and carrots weren't cooked to mush and enjoyable to eat. The prawn piccata fantastically balanced the rich cream with acidity from the lemon, sun-dried tomatoes, and white wine, but could have used more capers. Tossed in linguine, this type of pasta perfectly picked up the right amount of sauce. This dish was an ideal way to get energizing carbs for a full day of hiking. The dining room, patio, and young garden had a pretty mountain view. Although a fancier setting, diners were still wearing shorts and sneakers. The small dining room likely caused the short 5-minute wait to be seated. Only 15 minutes away from East Glacier Park Village along US 2, a "teaser" sign warning that Summit is coming up does not exist on the highway. Turn at the one large sign on the north side of the road. read more

Local couple with friends stopped in for dinner. Waited for a long time for service. Finally got drinks and ordered. Ordered surf and turf. Food arrived cold. Took forever to get it back. Was okay at best. Never saw a waitress after that. When we finished our meal the "owner" approached our table and asked about the meal and we were frank and expressed our disappointment. This guy went ballistic and ranted about COVID and lack of help, and every other excuse he could come up with except that they had failed to provide a basic service. Told us we brought a toxic atmosphere to the restaurant. All because they failed to provide a basic service. Never had an apology for the poor service, the cold food, or his attitude. Several potential customers who witnessed his behavior expressed their dismay and left immediately. As we spoke to the other customers in the parking lot, he ran outside and yelled at us to leave his property. We were never rude, never loud, never disrespectful. Stay away $200.00 for cold food and poor service. Very sad. Was hoping for more. read more

I cannot say enough good things about this restaurant. Driving back from glacier in the evenings offers a traveler few opportunities to find a good restaurant that remains open past 8. Luckily for us, the summit in was open until 9. The view of the mountains from the back deck was breathtaking and they had a good selection of wine and beers to enjoy while relaxing on the deck. For the food, everything was top notch, we had a perfectly prepared steak and chicken marsala. Portions were right sized and the food was very fresh. We will definitely make this a staple of future visits. read more

The food was fantastic, the building charming, the scenery serene. So why only three stars? The service was a complete zero. Had to wait and wait and wait for everything. We had to ask for our set-ups after the appetizers were delivered, had to wait approximately 30 minutes for our salads, another thirty minutes for our entrees and then sat for about 45 minutes before having to ask for our check. I get that there were only two wait people there but how difficult is it to just touch base with us every 15 minutes or so. Our waitress was sweet but the manager became angry at me when I complained about the poor service. This is a fairly expensive place so I get that the pace is relaxed but we weren't the only ones besides ourselves with the really bad service. When your paying over $50 per person, you shouldn't have to hunt down your own salt and pepper mills. Great place if you want to spend three hours for your dining experience read more

Excellent food, drinks and service. Beautiful property with gardens worth arriving early to view. Highly recommend.

Mediocre service, had the ribeye, over cooked and the sauce that it was smothered in tasted like a salty Brown gravy. Would have been excellent on a hamburger steak, but not on an overly priced rib eye. read more

We ate there this evening. The food was outstanding. It's difficult to find a good restaurant in the area. Summit is the bright spot for our food search around East Glacier. We had pork tenderloin in a smoked huckleberry glacé that was so delicious. Finished with huckleberry cheese cake. It is expensive, but worth the price. Service was friendly and responsive. Too bad it's our last night here. Highly recommend this restaurant! read more

Best food of our stay in East Glacier. Our group of four had chicken, steak, salmon and halibut. Each dish was cooked to perfection and the accompanying side dishes complimented other flavors well. If you are having appetizers two must tries are the smoked trout dip, creamy and flavorful, and the bacon wrapped quail, it has bacon need I say more? Deserts were also very good, cheesecake and bananas foster. The live music made the evening, we enjoyed listening and interacting with him. Upon departure, the owner checked to make sure we enjoyed the evening and chatted for several minutes. Overall, you will enjoy the food, atmosphere and service! read more

We had the pleasure of spending the blast days of our Glacier Vacation in one of their cabins and the delight of two fantastic meals in the steakhouse. Definitely by far the best meals we have had in this side of the park. Second year in a row and planning to return next year. Well worth the drive. read more

Wow! We stopped only by chance. We took a group of hikers that had an injured party member there for help. It smelled so great out side we decided to stay and eat. First, the service was by far the best i have ever had. Second, the dinner i had was the rib-eye steak! It was prepaired exactly how i asked, and was better than any i have ever had. Im from Central Oregon (La Pine) and we have nothing this good anywhere close to home. We will eat here again. read more

We were headed back to our cabin and getting hungry after a day of hiking around Glacier National Park. We drove by Summit Steakhouse then, thankfully, we turned around and pulled in. Food was delicious, especially the chicken marsala, hangar steak and the salmon on special. Garlic mashed potatoes are AMAZING! Their huckleberry cheesecake is homemade and pretty good. The bananas foster is even better. I highly recommend this place. read more