Montana
Sample Flathead Lake Brewing's legendary beer – including their unique sour-series inoculated with yogurt cultures (it works, mostly) – at their sharp…
Must-see nightlife in Montana
Montana
Where Missoula goes to get its groove on. This dark venue features live music most weekends in a space large enough to cut a rug, but small enough to feel…
Montana
You'll have to weave through all sorts of Montana eclectica for sale – hummingbird feeders, postcards and homemade jam – to get what is widely regarded as…
Montana
From the makers of the regional-favorite Bent Nail IPA come many other well-crafted brews and ciders served in the roomy, family-friendly warehouse of Sam…
Montana
Considering how much Missoula loves its beverages, it's no surprise Liquid Planet was born here. Opened by a university professor in 2003, it's a…
Montana
The most polished of Billings' half-dozen downtown brewpubs also happens to create award-winning beers that are a noticeable step above the rest. The food…
Bozeman & Gallatin Valley
Bozeman’s former Northern Pacific freight warehouse brings industrial chic to this ever-reliable bar-restaurant, with excellent food (mains $11 to $26),…
Bozeman & Gallatin Valley
Bozeman's best and coolest coffee cafe, Rockford's is where local artists and creative types hang out. The coffee is outstanding, and the high ceilings…
Montana
Award-winning spirits (vodka, gin, and agave) are paired with secret blends of herbs and spices to create unique, award-winning cocktails you won't find…
Montana
Suitably named in incessantly windy Livingston, this dog- and family-friendly brewpub has stylishly exposed brick walls and live music on Saturday and…
Montana
This husband-and-wife-owned place just north of the center of town has a homey and welcoming vibe and is especially popular with locals and their dogs…
Montana
Whitefish’s homegrown microroaster runs this always-busy cafe and gift shop in the old Skyles building in the center of town. The organic, fair-trade…
Glacier National Park
The West Glacier nighttime hangout spot for rafting guides and park employees (the pickings are decidedly slim) is this basic bar attached to the West…
Bozeman & Gallatin Valley
This well-run, friendly brewpub with central horseshoe bar draws a loyal combination of beer hounds and local MSU students. The Lee Metcalfe Pale Ale is a…
Montana
The interior here isn't much to look at (is that a cougar skin on the wall?!), but the real draw is the great sundeck overlooking the Yellowstone River…
Montana
Each of Casey's three floors has a different identity. The first is a restaurant with an upscale menu; the second is a large performance space with live…
Montana
Try the excellent beer at this local brewery which serves as the de facto gathering place for locals to share post-hike or ride kudos and gossip. There's…
Montana
The hipsters have taken over the biker bar! Not to be confused with the brewery of the same name down the street, this classic saloon sees a generally…
Bozeman Taproom & Fill Station
Bozeman & Gallatin Valley
One of Bozeman's coolest places to grab a pint and fill a growler has an open-air rooftop beer garden. Its 44 draft brews served from 75 taps can be…
Montana
This long, narrow, pretty martini bar was opened by a lawyer who won a (hard-to-get) liquor license in a state lottery and named the place after his dad,…
West Yellowstone
Beer snobs will want to head here for the region's widest range of craft beers on tap (over 20). Settle in with a selection of five 6oz tasters. It's not…
Montana
This cool brewery in a rehabbed industrial-chic building serves great pints with saucy names (try a 'That's What She Said' cream ale) and free pretzel…
Bozeman & Gallatin Valley
Everything a coffeehouse should be: pressed-tin ceilings and comfy sofas in a century-old building, live music on the weekends, pizza by the slice and a…
Montana
For $3 a pint you can enjoy an Anger Management Belgian Wheat, Street Fight Imperial Red or Head Trauma IPA on the patio. It's worth trying the brown ale…
Montana
Rather swanky for a brewpub, the Iron Horse includes a plush upstairs bar complete with a saltwater aquarium. It's popular with students for its…
Montana
This lively brewpub in the heart of town produces more than two dozens beers. It's full most nights and is one of downtown Helena's real night-time hubs…
West Yellowstone
Live honky-tonk rock packs this divey but fun place on summer weekends, plus you can order in the best pies in town ($15) from the attached pizzeria.
Yellowstone Valley Brewing Company
Montana
Referred to locally as the Garage, this place has a range of beers named after fishing flies. You'll often find good live music here.
Montana
Stop at this high-ceilinged brewpub and tasting room for a pint or sampler anytime, or join a tour to up your beer-nerd game.
Montana
Lose yourself in the comfy sofas for a light lunchtime panini and reviving espresso at this cool coffeehouse.
Bozeman & Gallatin Valley
This basement-level nightclub is the epicenter of the local live-music scene, strong on club and hip-hop.
Montana
Great beer on tap, friendly servers, decent pub food, and a sombrero-wearing moose – this fun American Legion Forgotten Warriors Post is open to all. It's…
Glacier National Park
One local summed up the experience at this classic Western roadside bar as 'it looks like crazy bikers are going to stab you, but they are in fact really…
Bozeman & Gallatin Valley
A kid-friendly brewpub equipped with a fine shuffleboard and light-food menu. The Lone Peak IPA and Nordic Blonde are the most popular, or try the Brewski…
Montana
Toast your visit to the Little Bighorn Battlefield with a pint of Custer's Last Stout at this restaurant-style brewery. The craft beers here have won…
Montana
Grab a pail of peanuts and choose from the many local microbrews on tap at this cool wooden bar. You can order in pizza from Red Lodge Pizza next door.
Bozeman & Gallatin Valley
A relaxed place in Bozeman with cool wooden bar benches, a hoppy Hop Punch IPA and darker English-style EKG bitter, plus house-distilled spirits.
Montana
A gritty option next to the railway tracks. Try a De-Railed IPA, or a four-taster flight decorated with a rail spike.
Bozeman & Gallatin Valley
Popular with MSU students, this noisy dive bar offers 20 beers on tap and eight pool tables for getting your game on.
Bozeman & Gallatin Valley
Drink Bozone brews at the source at this bustling taproom. The four-glass sampler is served on a downhill ski.
