My wife and I have now dined at J.W. Heist twice, most recently last night to celebrate our 21st…read morewedding anniversary. Both visits have been positive overall, with excellent steaks, very good service, and several memorable dishes. That said, our most recent experience fell a little short of what I would expect from one of Bozeman's premier upscale steakhouses in terms of atmosphere. We had a 5:45pm reservation and were seated in a comfortable booth near the front of the restaurant, adjacent to the bar. We started with the fried calamari, which we had also ordered on our previous visit. Unfortunately, this time it was disappointing. There was far too much batter and very little actual calamari. Given how much we enjoyed it previously, perhaps this was simply an off night. The steaks, however, were excellent. My wife ordered the 8-ounce filet and I had the 16-ounce prime strip, both medium rare. Both arrived properly prepared and were flavorful, tender, and delicious. We shared the loaded baked potato and fried Brussels sprouts. The portions were generous and both sides were excellent, particularly the Brussels sprouts with caramelized bacon and small pieces of Granny Smith apple. Service was another highlight. Our waiter, Jordan, was attentive, prompt, and thorough throughout the evening. The additional wait staff were equally conscientious and friendly. My primary reservation concerns the atmosphere. Being seated next to the bar naturally meant more noise, and two nearby tables became particularly loud as the evening progressed. Obviously, a restaurant has limited control over the volume of individual guests, and I also take responsibility for not mentioning when making the reservation that we were celebrating our anniversary. Next time, I'll request a quieter table toward the rear of the dining room. I was also somewhat surprised by how casual the dress standards are. One of the things I appreciate about living in Montana is its relaxed, unpretentious character, and I certainly don't expect formal attire everywhere. My wife and I enjoy getting dressed up when indulging in fine dining, and while we don't expect everyone to arrive in suits and ties or dresses, we do anticipate a level of dress and decorum somewhat above everyday casual. J.W. Heist presents itself as an upscale steakhouse, and an evening for two can easily exceed $200. Seeing shorts and several baseball caps in the dining room--including backwards caps--detracts somewhat from the elevated atmosphere I would expect at that price point. Casual attire in the bar area makes perfect sense, but I think a modest dress standard in the main dining room would help distinguish the experience and make special occasions feel a little more special. Overall, we've enjoyed both of our visits. The quality of the steaks and sides has been excellent, the service has been consistently very good, and we would recommend J.W. Heist to others. We will likely return as well. I simply think a few refinements to the dining-room atmosphere would bring the overall experience more in line with the quality of the food, service, and price point.

Came for dinner on a Monday night, made a reservation a few days before. Place was fairly busy…read more They definitely good service a priority and constantly check in on you. Our drinks were strong, the Larkspur was much better than their Old Fashioned (in our opinion). Our meal started with free bread. Flatiron steak was phenomenal! We felt like the prime rib was well cooked but felt overly heavy with au jus and mushrooms addition. The mashed potatoes and broccolini were good but nothing mind blowing. Dessert (not pictured) was good, we got the cheesecake. Would definitely recommend for a nice dinner in Bozeman and you can't miss with the 'Hearth' menu.

Great lunch spot. Really solid fish tacos. Good fry and coleslaw with honey chipotle gave a great…read moresweet and heat with acid. Good service and food.

The place seemed solid. Some TVs, that they never really changed to updated live events. Lots of…read morereplays so that's not useful. Bartenders were nice when they were around, it was busy at first around 7. But wasn't busy 30 mins later yet still barely saw them. Food was just bad. Patty melt was dry and the meat was cooked from all varieties of rare to well done. Fries were fine. Caesar salad was actually pretty good. Beer prices were great. No real vibe but the place is local so that's a perk. Overall, idk if the service gets better or if the food does either.

Grace is lovely! I tried the revolving Benedict, it was good and different. My husband tried the…read moreegg sandwich. He liked it as well. Grace made our experience more homey! Thanks Grace! When we come back, we will ask for your section!

I usually save my reviews for everything really great or really bad. Unfortunately, this was the…read morereally bad side of things. Took an hour and a half to get avocado toast, which mind you was $18..extortion .. but it's Bozeman so what did I expect. The toast was fine once I received it but nothing to write home about. We made a reservation for a larger party in anticipation that would get us our own waitress like many other restaurants plan on, but no. We barely saw our waitress and most of the time it took over an hour to get things or she forgot completely. To top it off they ran out of Bloody Mary mix two hours into Sunday brunch and chicken and waffles?? How does that happen. You are open for like four hours for brunch! Plan ahead. Likely won't make it back in, many other good brunch spots I can visit.

Amazing. Tonight we rediscovered a gem out in the distant…read moreworld of Montana. No frills just good food. BABY BACK RIBS that are off the charts. Perfectly grilled with bountiful meat. Delicious flavor. So very filling. Add to this gem the onion rings, clam chowder, mac and cheese, salad the total package. All this in a casual understated atmosphere. Great place !!!!!!! Make the effort and make the trek to Three Forks area to Willow Creek. You will not be disappointed.

We have ate here several times, love the new menu. Service excellent & food even better. The…read morecrusted Walleye is amazing! There were 7 of us & not one complaint about the food, one had ribs & steak plus Cajun shrimp. I would love to have their breakfast some time soon

If I could give Feast Bistro 6 stars, I would!…read more We started with the Curried Halibut Cake appetizer, which had the perfect amount of kick without overpowering the fresh flavor of the fish. The Roasted Beet Salad was cool, refreshing, and a perfect complement to the appetizer. For my main course, I had the Catch of the Day--Sea Bass--prepared with Thai-inspired flavors. It was outstanding. I never would have believed jasmine rice could be prepared in such a savory and flavorful way. Every bite was exceptional. My date ordered the Lobster and Grits and absolutely loved it. Our servers were attentive, knowledgeable, and offered robust wine pairing recommendations that complemented each course perfectly. We finished the evening with a delicious selection of desserts, which was the perfect ending to an incredible meal. We dined on the patio, and the atmosphere was absolutely delightful. From start to finish, every aspect of the experience exceeded our expectations. Without question, this was one of the best dining experiences I've had in Bozeman, and I can't wait to come back.

We had an absolutely five-star experience at Feast. From start to finish, everything we ordered was…read moreexcellent and the service was fantastic. To start, we had the daily ceviche, which was a salmon ceviche with a bright citrus marinade, garnished with oranges and served alongside crispy wonton crackers. It was fresh, light, and a perfect way to kick off the meal. Next, we shared the hot crab dip, which was rich, warm, and packed with flavor. Served with grilled bread, it was the kind of dish you keep dipping back into because it's just that good. For our main dish, we shared the Brown Butter Scallops -- prosecco salt dusted scallops served with arugula pesto, herb mushrooms, and bacon & butternut squash arancini. The scallops themselves were perfectly cooked, tender, and flavorful, but the real standout on the plate was the arancini. Crispy on the outside with a rich, savory filling of bacon and butternut squash, it paired beautifully with the rest of the dish and completely stole the show. The entire meal was beautifully plated and thoughtfully prepared. The only small note is that the restaurant can get a bit loud when it's full, which can make conversation with your dinner companion slightly harder. That said, the lively atmosphere shouldn't stop you from enjoying a meal here. Overall, it was an exceptional dining experience. If you go, do not skip the bacon and butternut squash arancini--it was the absolute star of the dish and truly sensational.

Food was great and tasty. Service was excellent…read more Great customer service and support. Ambiance was very good.

Chicken wings are excellent. Pair them with their own Bar 3 sauce !!!!…read moreAtmosphere as expected. Staff as expected. I know I know I am not a beer drinker but it looked like folks were enjoying a brew. Check it out.

This precious place found me on my last day of a business trip 2hours before I had to leave to the…read moreairport. What caught me was the local charm, the attention to each detail - from the name, to the art, the glass, the kitchen, the blend with its surroundings and unique style. What also caught me was that it was a little spot kinda of hidden and truly only locals recommended, it wasn't in the hotel post card recommendations it was in the confidence of a restaurant server. And just like that I felt transported to this moment in time all mine; it brought me to my childhood as I see Felix the cat on the walls, it brought me to the comfort of homemade, the menu is fun and one of a kind - it has its own set of rules. The options are also fun whimsical not boring but fun and tasty combinations. Great chef's, staff price, management and ownership. The prices as unbeatable, the breakfast sandwich options are delicious mine was a delicacy of flavors. You can also have all the traditional breakfasts if that is your thing and I bet they will do a great job. Service is relax and attentive, they welcome you in a way that not many other places do. Maybe it's the Montana way but gosh what a shame it was to leave. When I return to Bozeman I will visit again without a doubt. In a world where everything is the same places like this must be cherished. It's not a hidden jam but a keepsake.

It has been a while since we were there. As I recall the food is excellent and portions large…read more As I have somehow gotten older the steps make it difficult to go. I will try to go soon to see. I recommend going.

Great food, great service, friendly atmosphere. I highly recommend both the restaurant and pub.read more

My husband and I had our anniversary dinner and for the first time ever I sent my meal back. My…read morehusband finished his meal before mine arrived and it was disappointing. What happened to this once exceptional place?