Travel and food go hand-in-hand, and since you’ve landed here, I’m guessing you’re looking for somewhere great to eat in Big Sky? In this article, we cover 8 fantastic restaurants and eateries that’ll get fill that void in your stomach.
8 of The Best Restaurants in Big Sky
- Gallatin Riverhouse Grill
- Olive B’s Big Sky Bistro
- Horn & Cantle
- Buck’s T-4
- The Montana Dinner Yurt
- Lotus Pad
- Michaelangelo’s Big Sky
- Everett’s 8800
1. Gallatin Riverhouse Grill • $$-$$$
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Popular with locals and tourists alike, the Gallatin Riverhouse Grill serves up classic American BBQ in a gorgeous Big Sky setting. Sitting on the bank of the Gallatin River, you’ll be treated to picturesque views of the Spanish Peaks as you dine.
The views are spectacular, and so is the food. The Riverhouse started with two friends – one bringing their love of barbeque from Texas – that had the ambition to make a family-friendly restaurant serving the best barbeque in Montana.
They have perfected their technique over the years since and have now – arguably – achieved their initial goal. The meats, prepared in a Texan style and seasoned with a home blend of spices, are slow-smoked at a low temperature for 12 to 18 hours over hand-cut mesquite wood.
The result is authentic Southern-style meats that melt right off the bone. While the meat is the main event, the barbeque comes with all the usual suspects as sides – onion rings, sweet potato fries, sweetcorn nuggets, and more.
As for the venue itself, the grill is a relaxed space with outdoor and indoor seating options. You can enjoy live music all year round at the Riverhouse – and in the summer, it’s played 7 nights a week.
2. Olive B’s Big Sky Bistro • $$$
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Owners Warren “Bibber” and Jennie Bibbins grew up in New England and brought a healthy love of seafood with them when they made the switch to Montana. The menu has Maine lobster, calamari, and a whole host of other shellfish – if you love seafood, there’s nowhere better in Big Sky.
But the bistro doesn’t just offer seafood! The restaurant serves an eclectic mix of cuisines and culinary styles. The dishes have influences from all over the world, from Asia to the Mediterranean, but much of the menu is rooted in the local culture.
Rocky Mountain Elk and Wild Game Bolognese add a Montana flair to the selection – Olive B’s Big Sky Bistro is one of the most varied in Big Sky.
The bistro has a better selection of vegetarian dishes than many other Big Sky restaurants. Its varied menu, excellent bar, and easy-going atmosphere make it a great option for large groups.
3. Horn & Cantle • $$$$
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