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Fresco Cafe

4.0 (170 reviews)
Closed 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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Moderate noise
Good for kids

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Ravioli & special
Ashlie B.

We had an amazing experience here last night while visiting Bozeman. Our waitress was incredibly knowledgeable and did such a great job describing both the wine and food specials, which made choosing easy and exciting. The restaurant is cozy and intimate--perfect for a relaxing evening. The food was incredible and absolutely lived up to our expectations, and the wine special was just as impressive. We highly recommend stopping by if you're in Bozeman!

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Justin P.

If you're looking for a hidden little gem of Italian greatness with the ambience and the people to make you a happy camper while walking out on the street afterwards, plum folds of food this is your place to stop

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Emily K.

This is literally the cutest date spot! We went on a Tuesday night and were able to snag one of the creekside tables. It's the tiniest balcony table but was absolutely adorable and had a lovely view of the creek and trees surrounding! Make sure you keep an eye on all your silverware and other belongings! Our server was great and super helpful. We started with the herbed ricotta dip which was very good! It was hot and melty and paired really nicely with the green apple which I was surprised by. The focaccia-pita bread was also delish. We split the Caesar which was solid, nothing super special although I do love the addition of tomatoes! I had the carbonara for my entree and my friend got the chicken parm. We both really enjoyed our pasta! The chicken parm portion was huge and my friend took half home but I was able to polish off my meal. The side of focaccia was a little odd - it wasn't super traditional, spongy bread like focaccia normally is, but it was more crumbly and light. Not my fave side but as a whole it was a really delicious and filling meal!

We got family style take out for our after wedding dinner. It was terrific! We enjoyed the chicken parmigiana, spaghetti and meatballs, and chicken cavatappi. All were great. The spaghetti and meatballs were a big hit! I definitely recommend stopping and picking up a pan of deliciousness for your Airbnb near Yellowstone. Your family will enjoy it!!

Goddess Chop Salad
Lisa W.

We went there for my wife's birthday on a recommendation from a good friend. She picked the perfect place!!! The service was great. I really liked the fact that there was an actual menu and not some QR code that you have to take a picture of to bring up the menu. They even have linen napkins!!! We ordered the Mediterranean flatbread to start. It was delicious. I ordered the chicken Parmesan with a side salad. Everything tasted great except for the chicken parm could have used a little more salt. My wife had the spicy pesto pasta which she throughly enjoyed. Nikki had the salmon and gobbled that up in no time. We split the cheesecake dessert and they even put a candle in it and didn't charge us either!!! I would definitely recommend this place. Don't forget to make a reservation.

Shrimp Fettuccine
Alisha J.

The service was great there was a small wait but we got a table at the bar quite fast. Very nice ambiance with both and indoor and outdoor seating option. The waiters we great and checked on us frequently. The food was good loved the herbed baguette the sauce that complimented was great. The shrimp pasta was great too the shrimp was cooked well. The chicken parm was pretty good but it was a little lacking im the flavour and consistency of the sauce.

a view of the bar from the kitchen
Alison Y.

I totally forgot to take pictures! The food here is always phenomenal! Service is great too! They always have a special, and it's always amazing. This time is was a lemon scallop over gnocchi. It was fabulous! I always get the mussels, but everything on the menu looks great. They also have the most amazing little breads... highly recommend!

Gorgonzola Chicken

I had the meatballs for an appetizer & the gorganzola chicken as my main meal. Both were Amazing!! The meatballs were delicious and the gorganzola chicken was beyond my expectations. The chicken was tender yet crispy and the gorganzola sauce was loaded with flavor!! I would definitely return on my next trip to Bozeman.

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Great food and excellent service. Overall a great place to eat . Authentic Italian ambiance

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The husband and I spent a lovely evening here and enjoyed our meal on the tiny balcony overlooking the stream covered in pretty tree boughs.

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Terrific place food very good gets a little noisy but most places do. Service is great have some long tempers that know what they are doing!

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I love Fresco Cafe! It is so amazing. Always the best food and service. Each server I have had is amazing. I cannot say enough!

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It was my first time in Bozeman, arriving after a two-hour flight delay. I stopped in for a quick…read morehappy-hour bite and a customized Old Fashioned made with mezcal. Both were delicious. The bartenders were incredibly friendly, and I loved their confidence with custom cocktails. When bartenders are comfortable making whatever a guest is in the mood for, I know I've found the right place. The ambiance is spot-on too--traditional décor with a modern edge. They also carry all my favorite mezcals and whiskies behind the bar. Thanks, Plonk!

So I read a lot of reviews and blogs and other posts about how good the coconut lime rickey is here…read moreat Plonk. I love a good cocktail and the restaurant we had eaten at before coming here had none so we knew we had to have "dessert" here. We came in to a sign that said seat yourself. We did, at a cozy little spot near the front door. The table has real candlelight, all of the tables do, so there's this beautiful ambiance of dancing light that envelopes this larger than it looks from the outside wine bar. Just a few seconds after sitting, someone was at our table with waters and the menu. Talk about fast and efficient service. When our actual server arrived, she was super friendly and hospitable. She made it feel like we were regulars and I loved that. And the cocktails? Superb. Absolutely incredible, every single one of them. And that coconut lime rickey? I understand why people rave about it. Perfectly balanced and absolutely delicious. I also want to point out how quick the cocktails came out to us. I was so surprised we didn't have to wait long at all, even though this place was pretty full and they were pretty busy at the bar.

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I recently stopped by Blackbird Kitchen in California City and had a great meal that really…read moreexceeded my expectations. The food felt homemade and fresh-everything from the sandwiches to the sides tasted like they were prepared with care. I especially enjoyed how generous the portions were and how flavorful each dish was without being too heavy. The staff was friendly and welcoming, which made the whole experience even better. It had that cozy, local-favorite vibe that makes you want to come back again. Solid choice if you're in the area and want a satisfying, no-fuss meal with good service. I'd definitely return next time I'm nearby!

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