The Shell Bar is, in a word, Wyoming's "Cheers." if you remember that award-winning TV series or…read moreyou've caught it in re-runs, you know its appeal is much more than the setting; it was the characters who made the show a smash hit. In my opinion, the same applies to the Shell Bar. Now don't get me wrong, the setting in tiny rustic Shell Wyoming is awesomely scenic and refreshingly serene. And the completely rebuilt bar, designed as an homage to the structure that historically occupied the same footprint, is nothing short of spectacular. But just like "Cheers," it's the people who make the Shell Bar the kind of place "where everybody knows your name and they're always glad you came." The newly redesigned, completely rebuilt and recently (July 2024?) reopened Shell Bar was just getting going for limited hours a few nights a week when we visited in August, but it was bustling with locals and out-of-town visitors alike. The atmosphere is relaxed, welcoming, fun and inclusive; nobody is allowed to be a stranger for long! While Wyoming is famous for its cowboys/cowgirls (or is it "cowpersons?"), and there's no shortage of authentic Wyomingites at the Shell Bar, you'll find them friendly, easy-going and more than happy to tell you interesting stories of life in their rugged, landlocked state. Even if you're not a card-carrying member of a certain political party that dominates the state (guilty as charged), you'll be welcomed respectfully and as a friend. The Shell Bar does have a full kitchen and I believe the owners have plans to eventually offer food made on the premises, but for now they seem to be happy hosting a variety of rotating local food vendors who feature their delicious fare each night the Shell Bar is open. As for libations, this place has it all. From several beers on tap and an even more options in bottles/cans, to wine, cocktails, soft drinks and more, Shell Bar has what you want. Their liquor selection (including an impressive range of Scotch whiskeys), is top shelf and their prices are quite reasonable, particularly compared to what we are all paying in more urban drinking establishments. The bottom line is that if you find yourself anywhere near the feet of the gorgeous Big Horn mountains, stop by the Shell Bar for a memorable visit to a true local gem. "You wanna go where people know, people are all the same. You wanna go where everybody knows your name."

From the owner: New Bar - Gather, Drink, Playread more

Came for our anniversary. The service was amazing as was our meal. This is our new favorite…read morerestaurant in Red Lodge!

One Legged Magpie is truly a gem and an unexpected culinary delight in Red Lodge. I wasn't quite…read moresure what to expect as we walked in, but from the moment we entered, I knew we had stumbled onto something special. The interior was a little on the dark side, but the warm, inviting vibe pulled us in. We navigated our way to the main section, finding two wonderfully comfortable plush blue chairs next to the bar. The small details immediately caught my attention--each table adorned with fresh flowers in charming vases, adding a thoughtful and personal touch. Our server was genuinely sweet and attentive, setting the tone for a relaxed and enjoyable evening. I did notice they have an outdoor patio out back, but the atmosphere inside was too good to pass up. We began with the spring pea salad--an absolute standout--featuring creamy ricotta, crisp snap peas, fresh mint, and pistachios. It was fresh, crunchy, and beautifully balanced. We added a slice of toasted ciabatta bread, topping it with the salad to make our own bruschetta-style bites, which turned it into a perfect little dish. Next came the spice-roasted carrots, which were every bit as flavorful as they were beautiful, followed by the pork belly barbecue with a blueberry barbecue sauce. The sweetness of the sauce paired beautifully with the rich pork belly, creating a dish that was both comforting and elevated. For drinks, I had the Jayne Mansfield--a bright, refreshing, and totally unique cocktail--while my mom enjoyed the Lauren Bacall, which she loved. The restaurant's name comes from a fun and memorable story: the owners were discussing their plans to open the restaurant when they spotted a one-legged magpie. It stuck--and now it's part of the charm of the place. One Legged Magpie delivers on every level: warm atmosphere, thoughtful touches, incredible food, and a sense of place you won't soon forget. If you're in Red Lodge, this is a must-visit spot.

Stopped by on the way from The Black Hills to Yellowstone. Wanted a quick bite on the way. Stayed…read morefor 2 hours chatting with the owners. These guys are super cool, make hand crafted pizza, and have an absurd selection on beers. I wish they had opened back where I live. We chatted for a long time about pizza, ovens, beer, barley, brewing, the out doors, travel, life in general. I wish I was local so that I could come by often, as I would.

This is one of our favorite places to eat in Northern Wyoming. Worth a drive for great food and…read morewonderful people. 100% recommend!!

I love my fries they so good waiter nice the scenery was very nice I love looking at tablesread more

Came here for a quick bite- there is indoor and outdoor seating. I sat outdoors with the live…read moremusic. I ordered the 4 piece chicken tenders- they came out crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. The menu has typical bar food so you know what you're getting.

What more can you ask for?…read more Delicious food (I had the NY strip, well cooked and seasoned, sauce tasty and potatoes ALSO cooked well!), staff was very friendly, and interior had a wonderful vibe. My friends also really liked their food. The Bison skirt steak was amazing and the pizza was pretty good. And the local beer (pilsner) was very good! Strongly recommend.

Came here for dinner the first night and its a street over from the main street in downtown Cody…read more Similar to a few other reviews, we didn't have reservations for a 5:30 seating and nor were we greeted. It took a bit of time to be acknowledged and seated, but once that did take place, it was smooth from there. Ordered the special which was a flank steak with crispy polenta and arugula salad. The steak was amazing - seasoned well, perfectly medium and tender. The crispy polenta was delicious, keep that on the menu please. The arugula was a little rough and wilted. We also ordered the lamb gnocchi and everything on the plate worked - the pesto sauce, generous tender lamb meatballs, the dark cherry sauce, etc. A great place with good food!

You have to get the brussels sprouts! So good! I order the halibut and it was perfectly cooked…read more Very chill spot so no need to be dress up. The food was so good, I was so surprised since it's located in a small town

Stopped in here on a whim while walking the street with the whole family. It looked like they were…read morejust opening up when we walked in. Absolutely loved it here- great service, huge restaurant, delicious food & wonderful espresso tequila martini!

Although I didn't stay beyond several sound checks, the bands I heard weren't that good. Further,…read morethis place is packed with very young people who aren't even old enough to drink...even though they're sitting at the bar. There are also some CHILDREN here. Personally, I don't want to hang out in a BAR that caters to under age teenagers. Why this place has gotten so many good reviews, I'll never know.

It was a great venue and the band was amazing! Loved watching the country dancers…read more The drink prices were reasonable and the pizza connect to this venue was amazing! Fun night

What a great place in downtown Cody! Our server was so friendly, the food was just great and it…read morewas really low key and easy going. We were glad we found it!!

Not sure if we just ended up at the wrong table, but we were seated at a four-top right by the…read moredoor. After being brought water, we were completely ignored for about 20 minutes. We finally had to flag someone down to take our order. By that point, our son was starving, so we decided to order just one meal to see if the service would improve. He ordered the "Lobstah Roll" with a side of butter. What arrived was more like a cold seafood salad on a roll, along with a side of cold butter. Had he known that's what it was, he definitely wouldn't have ordered it. We weren't expecting an authentic Maine lobster roll, but if you're going to spell it "Lobstah," there are certain expectations--and this wasn't close. At some point, our original server seemed to realize she had forgotten about us, but the service never recovered. No one checked on us, offered refills, or asked if we wanted anything else. When we were ready to leave, we literally had to hold our credit card up to get someone's attention so we could pay and get out of there. Ironically, the moment we left, two employees immediately appeared to clear the table. The funny thing is that we saw other tables receiving great service throughout our visit. Maybe we were just unlucky, but based on our experience, I'd avoid sitting where we sat. Good luck to the next guests assigned that table.

Great food, full bar. Great ambiance m, but not pretentious. I had ridden motorcycle from…read moreLivingstone, MT to Sheridan, WY through a downpour. Got my hotel room and changed clothes, but was still looking a little ragged, almost didn't go because I wasn't sure I would be welcome in jeans, boots and t-shirt and a mop of wet hair. Couldn't have been more wrong. Great bartender, Bridget. I ordered a Scotch Ale. She asked if I would like a shot of Vanilla Vodka in it. Never heard of that before. It really perked up the ale. Ordered the In & Haute Burger it was great; Apple Bread Pudding with Caramel-Whiskey Sauce. It came in small cast iron skillet which kept it hot through the entire time I was eating it. It was cooked perfectly, almost burnt, but not quite, crispy char on outside warm moist and fluffy on inside. Customers at the bar and servers walking by were all friendly and welcoming.

We were traveling through and found this spot on Yelp. What a gem!…read more Alissa was our server and she was exceptional! She was attentive and charming. The restaurant is so charming. I loved the decor. Both our dishes were delicious. I had the salmon tacos and they were fresh and extremely tasteful. I really haven't had such delicious tacos in a very long time. My husband had the elk bolognese. The pasta was definitely made in house, just delightful. The sauce was rich and savory. Lastly we shared the bread pudding which we highly recommend. It was amazing! Wonderful experience!