We just stopped in for a drink at happy hour. The drinks were tasty and the pours were generous. The wait staff was excellent and the ambiance for a bar was nice. We had already eaten so no food was ordered. read more

I've always picked Bar IX over any other bar in town. I enjoy all the event nights they have and the staff and environment are great. I would highly recommend spending a thursday night out, getting a bucket with some friends and enjoying the music at Bar IX. read more

Rolled in here hungover af with 13 dudes after a bachelor party as we awaited our flights on Sunday morning at 11am to catch the first NFL Sunday of 2024. I'm normally more of a college football guy, but being a USC alum I need a USC QB to do well in the NFL. We watched the Caleb Williams domination show on one of the like 14 TVs in here, each one playing a different game. I couldn't imagine a better place for an NFL Sunday. Some of our group ordered drinks, as the only way out is back in, but the last thing I could think about was more alcohol. I thought about running the pool table in the back, but I was too busy fighting for my life in one of the high bar stools. I'm still in the twilight zone tbh. Hangovers hit different at 28. Going 14-29 with 93 yards, 0 interceptions, and a W, the Caleb Williams era has begun. 1-0 baby. IG @jnov_ Tiktok @jnov_reviews read more

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We went at around 5 on a Thursday. It was quiet and pretty empty at this time. Which was perfect for us! There was a draft special. We both got smash burgers which were perfect! The patties were nice and crispy! And the cowboy queso was huge, enough for a whole family. I would try if you enjoy smash burgers. read more

Damn, y'all, this place is a fucking vibe!!! We came here on a Thursday! I can't imagine how fun it is on a Friday/Saturday!!! Service is incredible and the workers I so funny and nice! read more

Super fun night. The bartenders were fast and friendly. The music was fun and danceable! The staff moved tables to make more room for dancing and there's a cool platform where you can dance with a ballet type pole to hold on to so you don't fall. And they have a cool patio with a creek running under the bar! We enjoyed this so much that we came back a second night!! read more

Cool place, good drinks, great service, and dope ambiance with the Irish vibes for Saint Patrick's day. I recommend if you're in Bozeman. read more

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I've been coming to Bar IX for years for a number of reasons. It's located right in the heart of downtown. The bartenders are, all of them, delightful but of late Tony is my fave. The manager is a vet and a terrific guy. It's a comfy Cheers sort of place and it's fun to see the college kids have fun (and embarrass themselves). I heartedly recommend Tony and the bar for fun. read more

This is my go-to place for dancing and drinks! They move all the tables around 10 for a open space dance floor, and the DJ always has the best mixes. The bartenders are friendly and speedy regardless the traffic of people! The pool tables are always a hit, and they have a casino game machine. Highly recommend:) read more

Bar 9 is my go-to spot for a fun night out! I always take my friends from out of town to Bucket Night, and we have an incredible time every visit! read more

This is a good spot for drinks I suppose. Feels like a normal mountain town bar. Good vibes. However, what deserves the 5 stars is the patio over the exceptional babbling brook in the back of the bar. For this, I'd give it a 10 out of 5 stars. read more

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Open and serve great food late and service was friendly! Below street level but cool place!

It was my friends birthday and she didn't receive a hat on her birthday and we asked the bartender Emma for one and she would not provide it. Although to save the bar another bartender Matt was able to get her a hat on her birthday which is supposed to be given with-in a persons birthday. It was super pore customer service on Emma's part extremely rude and off putting compared to Matt's who was receiving, unfortunate to see such inconsistency in a bar. read more

Service was outstanding, all of the employees are so kind and helpful. The food was very decent as well, I personally loved the cowboy queso. read more

Great place to have a few drinks and eat some food with your friends. Patio open in the summer along and they have $12 bucket nights. Love the atmosphere! read more

Absolute joke of an establishment. Had a friend argue with the bartender, bouncers break it up and everything calms down while I was in the corner. Once it calms I tell my buddies we should get him home before anything else stupid happens. I walk up to my buddy and tap his shoulder. All of a sudden 4 bouncers jump me, rip my Carhartt sweatshirt off of me, proceeds to throw me out of the front door and I land on my head. I try to tell them to at least give me my wallet, they refused and claimed they don't have to since it's their property. I flip them off as a cop walks up so I get cuffed for flipping off a cop. I explain it to him and he uncuffs me and demands the bar give my wallet back. The bouncers tell the cop it's private property and he's like really guys..... unprofessional and dog shit humans In the entire establishment. read more

Purse was taken off of bar - cash was stolen and debit card was taken too. So sad... :(

Rude staff and bouncers don't check ID's!!!! Also they let way too many people in at night...you can barely stand

if you're looking for a fun Thursday through Saturday night, you can't go wrong with Bar IX. It's the main hub for Bozeman nightlife, has a good dance floor, and bucket night is a must on Thursdays. read more

Bucket night and Karaoke nights are probably my favorite. Also the best patio in Montana with country music, amazing bartenders, and a beautiful creek right next to the patio. 11/10 would recommend. read more

This place is awesome. Enjoyed local brews & great service with my dog at the outdoor bar located at the rear of the building. Staff was super friendly - place seems to be jumping with business. Can't believe they don't have better reviews but then again lots of people write bad reviews not many write good ones. This place is 4 stars+ all day. read more

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The patio is my favorite place to grab a drink with friends downtown! Very friendly and attentive service, great drinks, pro bartenders, good vibes and always a party! We never miss Bucket Night or Country Night! If you're passing through Bozeman with limited time and wondering "where are all the cute girls/guys tonight?," they're likely at Bar IX ;) read more

The interior itself is cool -- very Industrial Loft look. I made the mistake of coming here at night, though -- my bad. I'm not much (if any) of a drinker, to start, so going to a bar of any kind is a rarity for me. I guess it's a great place to go if you like the very loud, college age crowd, but I'm fifty and (again) not exactly a drinker. I'm not a sports fan, either, but a friend had suggested that I stop in here during my last trip to Montana. The food was decent -- basic bar fare. (You know, sports bar grill stuff. Don't go expecting health food.) :) Service was passable -- friendly but harried. (Good, but not exceptional. Our waitress appeared to have too many tables to work.) Probably a great place for a college kid who wants to party. read more

First time every being here. The first bucket drink we ordered from s female bartender wssweek almost no alcohol inside this vodka cran. After my friend spoke about it to another bartender about it was when we got a new drink Great first impression read more

By far this has been the best place in downtown to hangout with friends and spend a really great memorable weekend. Bar IX will always throw the best parties and still be the safest bar. read more

Was disrespected n singled out but the bar staff after I went to the bar n was asked for ID I told her I didn't have it on me but u can clearly see that I'm an adult anyway i asked if it was a new policy as I had never been asked anyway I said it was find n went over to my friends the bartender came over to me n told me I had to leave because I don't have ID i said so many ppl are here with out ID y r u coming at me she said she would call the cops if I don't leave I said for what because I'm black I've been going there for a while n was never asked for ID to enter the building I'm 34 years old I do not in noway look like a child I left and it seems like ever other black person that came in she singled out and put them out the bar I'm not a local but bar 9 would always be the place my friends n I go to because the karaoke Dj is a nice guy n we had never been asked for ID to come in n sit before but after the way the bar staff treated us we will never spend our money there again or support this place n we will make sure to let others know read more

I haven't always had the best experience at Bar Nine. Since Noah has worked there the vibe has been so much better. I love him & his service to everyone. Bar Nine has a better atmosphere & become the spot since Noah has joined the team. He makes my time so much better, cheers to a great bartender. Thanks Noah!! read more

It was fun until closing time. We were trying to find a ride home and they didn't care to help us find one or give any suggestions. And the fact that it was raining didn't matter to them. They just said get out and figure it out. So we are waiting in the rain, now with a homeless person, hopefully to get an Uber. Thanks Bar IX! read more

Super fun bar to party at! However, watch your drink-- multiple women, including some of my friends, have been roofied and/or harassed by men. The male bartender did not seem to care whatsoever, his words were actually: "I can't do anything about it, you'll have to take it up with the police". read more

Most awful smelling place in town. Their bartenders are relatively quick, but they are limited at what drinks they can make and they are priced as high as the rest who are living off the college kids. Just a gross place in my opinion. Pretty creepy and unwelcoming for women. read more

If I could give this place 0 stars, I would. I have never been so creeped out. Me and a few gIrl friends went here last weekend to dance because we heard there was a DJ. My friends were from out of town and I had never been there so we thought it'd be fun to try something new. It wasn't. A weird group of 4 guys were basically stalking us around the dance floor, taking turns coming up behind us and trying to grind on us, without our permission or even asking. We kept moving away and telling them to leave us alone, and they wouldn't. We eventually left bc the bouncers were just watching us try to move away from these creeps, without doing anything to help, and the bartenders were too busy to even notice or care. The drinks were overpriced and over poured, too. We all left a little more buzzed than we wanted to be (it was only 10), after just one drink each. Won't ever be back, even if it's the last bar on earth read more

How to: Bar IX. The best time to go for most humans is 2-7pm, or on a Sunday. Why? 2 for 1 cocktails, wine (the tiny selection) and draughts (many local) at all those times. The 2-7 daily happy hour also has some app specials for $5 that are not the worst ever. But it's a preeminent party bar in a college town, so the night times Thursday through Saturday are when it gets weird. DJs, dancing, and often barely room to walk through the crowd of fraternity brothers, sorority girls, and Middle Eastern exchange students. But if the bar upstairs is open, it's the spot to get quick service and look down to watch the world burn fueled by student loans and Mom in Vermont's money. Keep in mind that if you order a cocktail, it will be double and tall (the way God intended) unless you specify otherwise. Your mileage may vary on the daily specials, but Mancave Monday (free games) is all right. Update: There is no more Sunday Funday 2-for-1s, but now there's a comedy open mic on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Wednesdays of the month that takes the cake for best night if bucket night isn't your jam. read more

Bucket night at Bar IX was one of the things I looked forward to most when I turned 21 next to the free birthday hat, and even now when friends of mine turn 21 they are just as excited for their first bucket night! read more

Stopped in to get my growler filled. Ok price at $10 but when I got home and opened the growler it was only half full. Would not recommend if their bartenders are either incompetent or trying to rip you off. read more

A short visit this time, but a great time as always. Breena rocks it! :) Thanks...

I had so much fun at bar IX last night! It was country night and even though covid restricts us from dancing,i still has an amazing time! The staff was nice and friendly and the drinks were poured great and mixed well! The back porch is a little secret Ossis and you gotta go check it out for yourself! read more

Great place for drinks but the food menu has dramatically changed, and is not a spot for food

Bar IX has a beautiful patio seating area to relax. Listen to water run. Have a couple laughs and make new friends with the super friendly and helpful staff. read more

Drink specials on Happy Hour are OK, but the food and the service are terrible.Cameron was our bar tender but couldn't be bothered to check on our table to see if we wanted food or drinks. One friend I was with ordered super hot wings, we were served teriyaki, we complained he said these were the hot wing, but finality admitted they where out of hot wings. I ordered Que so dip, it was the worst Iv'e ever had, no flavor no heat just cheese wiz in a bowl. I had to go to the bar to get my bill, and when I final got it, I was over charged. There was no way of getting Cameron's attention a second time to correct the bill, so i payed it, no tip. Much better Happy Hour at Old Chicago. read more

The intriguing design of the bar makes for a great place to hangout and dance with your friends. The bar itself is made of gorgeous wood and the bar stools are made from old kegs...how cool! A dance floor opens up during the night where a lots of people get downnnn. Awesome DJ's as well! The bartenders are always working at a speedy pace and are so friendly and funny. Great employees, great drinks, great environment. read more