Grinnell Tap & Grill

My wife and I visited Mercantile Steak for our 25th Anniversary and the entire experience was…read morewonderful! The food was prepared to perfection, the drinks were spot-on, the vibe of the restaurant was welcoming and warm, and Josephina, our server, was awesome! They even had a signed Happy Anniversary card on our table waiting for us! Highly recommend this place if you are in Kalispell or near Flathead Valley in MT!

I loved the ambiance here. It feels upscale and current and has a good energy. I sat at the bar…read moreboth times I visited, but ate a full meal. There's an interesting selection of wine (not large, but interesting), and the popover bread thing is to die for. Maybe not die...but I'd be sick for a day if I got to have it the next. Some of the items I ordered were just okay, and one of the two nights I was there the food took forever and a day to arrive. The calamari was nothing special, and the burrata was just okay, too. But the filet (oscar style) was tasty and I would get it again. If I go back to Kalispell I'll make another visit to Mercantile. It's a nice, fine-dining experience without dealing with traffic and waiting in lines to eat like you do at Whitefish.

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Freestone Restaurant

4.0(67 reviews)

4.2 mi

Just dined at Freestone. My second time with friends. The waitstaff was perfect! The food was…read moredelicious! The ambiance is so nice! I enjoy being able to converse with my friends while dining. Thank you Freestone for a much enjoyed evening!

Great service and amazing food. I'm so sad I live in Texas and won't get the opportunity to visit…read morethis place again. The steak was cooked to perfection and the shrimp that accompanied it was delicious. The trout was flaky and tender. Perfection on a plate.

View from the bar

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Hops Downtown Grill

4.3(420 reviews)

2.9 mi

Five star?! For the bison meatloaf which my husband devoured and for our incredible server, Amy,…read morewho was managing a solid 40% of the tables in this small and busy spot. One of us dropped a fork, Amy was there instantly with a new one. One at our table needed extra ice to cool the soup, Amy was there with a glass of ice. And she did all this without hovering. Amazing. When we arrived, it was quite dark inside. Then suddenly Amy was adjusting the blinds to let in the lovely early evening light.

In town for business & looked up this place on Yelp & I'm glad I did. It has limited hours from…read more4:30-8:30 but from the looks of things it does a GREAT business between those hours. It's a casual place but nice inside. I sat at the bar since the tables were full. It's a smaller place with a max capacity of 49. The service was really great & the food was terrific. I was hoping for the 3 sliders plate but it was discontinued so I got the Pub Burger with the 6oz ground steak patty with fries & it was outstanding. I tried a blow lemon beer for $3 & then a glass of Riesling & the lemon cake for dessert. I would definitely come back & try something else the next time I'm in town.

Yak burger with Tibetan BBQ sauce and the homemade chips.

Buffalo burger with mozzarella and fried sage. Those are home made chips

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Fried duck wing appetizer

The Desoto Grill

4.6(909 reviews)

2.9 mi

Definitely a place where you want to bring a few of your friends to get a variety of plates and…read moreshare! This restaurant was extremely popular and we had to wait 40 minutes for a table for 6 on a weeknight but my friends and I just put our names down and headed to a nearby brewery while we waited. Once our name was called, we were seated and served fairly quickly. We got a combo plate, the sausage appetizer, and nachos with brisket to share between 6 people. Of the combo plate, the pork belly was unanimously the best (extremely juicy and tender), followed by the ribs (tender, well made home style ribs), and finally the brisket (a bit dry). The sausage platter was okay but not as memorable as the other items we got. To note, even though the nachos are listed as an appetizer, they are HUGE and with the addition of brisket on top it was probably the equivalent to getting one of the main entrees for 2-3. We found that the brisket on the nachos were better as maybe it was fattier cut of the brisket or the cheesy helped. Additionally the cheese sauce was fantastic on the nachos and they were one of the highlights of the meal.

We just went by the reviews here while trying to find a restaurant on the way and kalispell was mid…read moreway to our destination. Boy the reviews don't lie! This was our best pick! It boasts of barbecue style sandwiches and menu and this place was packed on a Friday at 3pm! Hosts looked like are the owners of the place made every effort to go above and beyond to seat the guests and look after them. They have the bar seating facing the kitchen where we occupied the last 2 seats remaining in the restaurant getting the live action right in front of us. We ordered the PBJ (pork belly jelly bites) and brisket cheese steak sandwich with jalapeno mac n cheese on the side. Both the dishes were amazing and we will surely stop by here again when in the area. The whole sassy sandwiches section look like a must try. Only thing we will try to avoid here is the desserts that were not bad at all but because we saw them being made in front of us now we know it is just assembled we may not order more of that. We got the huckleberry peach cobbler and banana pudding. Both the dishes aren't really made from scratch and had we not seen how they're assembled we may not judge it too harshly.

Welcoming atmosphere as soon as you walk in! ENJOY!

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Spencer

3.9(79 reviews)

4.7 mi

We came here while in town for a wedding. The service was great. The place was packed on a Monday…read morenight. I had the sirloin with mushrooms. It was done perfectly. It came with a salad and Texas toast and a table shared plate of spaghetti. My husband's pork chop was tasty, too. They have a decent wine and beer list, too.

Worst filet mignon I have ever had…read more I don't say this lightly, but this was honestly one of the worst meals I have ever had at a steakhouse. I eat A LOT of filet mignon, so I know what I expect from this cut of beef, especially when I am paying $44 for an 8 oz filet. The filet came with garlic toast, a side salad, and a bowl of spaghetti for the table. I also added a side of mashed potatoes for another $5. I ordered my filet medium, just like I always do, and while it did come out medium, it was completely dry with absolutely no juice. Even after adding a liberal amount of salt and pepper, it was unbelievably bland. I have never had a filet mignon that I needed to put steak sauce on just to be able to chew and swallow it...EVER. At first I thought maybe I had just gotten a bad filet, but my husband's was the same way. For $5, I expected the mashed potatoes to at least be real potatoes and a decent-sized serving. Instead, they tasted like instant potatoes and the entire serving was about the size of one small ice cream scoop. Then I tried the spaghetti, hoping the sauce might be amazing. If that wasn't Ragu or something extremely similar, I would be shocked. There was nothing about it that tasted like the kind of homemade sauce I was expecting. The rest of the menu and experience were disappointing as well. There was no bread brought to the table, there were no appetizers on the menu, and we were told none of the desserts were made in-house. What was especially strange was that the lady at the table next to us ordered salmon. Salmon was nowhere on the menu we were given, nor was it ever mentioned or offered to us. Apparently there were options available that we had no way of knowing about. Even the presentation of the filet was disappointing. It came out on one of those old-style metal hot plates that reminded me of the plates Mexican restaurants used to serve enchiladas on. Our waitress also never asked us to cut into our steaks to make sure they were cooked correctly, which is something I normally expect when ordering steak at a steakhouse. The one genuinely good thing I can say about my meal was the house-made ranch dressing on the side salad. It was very good. The garlic toast was fine, but certainly not enough to make up for everything else. I was incredibly let down. I went in expecting an amazing filet mignon, especially with the advertised Montana beef, and this was absolutely not it. For the price of this meal, I expected a completely different level of quality. Overall, this was a one-star experience for me, and that one star belongs to the salad and the house-made ranch.

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Pork chop

The Montana Club Restaurant - Kalispell

3.5(339 reviews)

3.8 mi

Went back the next day and the same drinks were considerably more dilute. Was kinda surprised by…read morethe lack of consistency. Also the hosts up front weren't as welcoming as the first day. There were several open seats at the bar and in the bar area, but they seemed reluctant to seat us there, suggesting a table instead with a wait of 20 mins. Overall not anywhere as great an experience as the first day.

As local year round residents, the Montana Club was our go to restaurant at least once a week!…read more Sometimes for lunch but mostly for dinners. The prices went up, quality and service went down!! Not paying for junk food that is served COLD!!! Our last dinner had dry cold mashed potatoes....I asked for some gravy for the dry mashed potatoes...I was brought a very small cup of (more cold) gravy and was CHARGED $2.50 FOR THAT SMALL CUP OF CRAP!! NEVER GOING THERE EVER AGAIN...WE WILL NOT PUT UP WITH THIS CHINTZY GOUGING OF CUSTOMERS!!! Also, we used to have crab or lobster for our dinners-both not on the menu any longer....bye bye Montana club

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Tupelo Grille

4.3(642 reviews)

12.0 mi

Went with the 14oz strip. Cooked to perfection (medium) with all the fixings. The elk meatloaf…read morewas extremely tempting but went with the NY strip. Service was on point. Very attentive and never had to wait for anything except for the entree to be prepared. Sat at the bar. Quiet, dimly lit, very nice rustic ambiance you'd expect in NW Montana. Ordering the elk next time when we return in late June.

I came here for my first night in Whitefish, and the service was great, and the restaurant ambiance…read morewas very cozy and fitting - lots of wood, dim lighting, and a cool vibe for sure. We ordered the brussel sprouts, and the portion of that was huge for the 2 of us, but very delicious. The wedge salad with dressing on the side - so good and fresh, I'd get it again. We got the cod which was the special for the day, and I wasn't a big fan. It was a bit dry and bland for my liking - I probably would opt for the steak next time. Also, we were there to celebrate both of our birthdays, and they knew about it, but we were surprised there was no complimentary dessert or any mention of that sort. It's fine, we were full, but I think that part def made me think about that.

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Scallops, Caesar salad, and elk meatloaf

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Bar in lounge

Jagz Restaurant

3.6(186 reviews)

5.1 mi

They Closed. Looks like permanently. . Never liked location but steaks and prime rib were great.read more

Food was great it took awhile for our food. We were there on…read moreValentines Day..it was very busy. What I ordered was great...I always order the duck. My husband ordered the steak and lobster the special of the day was not has great! My friend ordered the same thing steak was not done right. Our waiter did not check on us as much, we had to ask another waitress to get some stuff. I understand it was bz that evening. Then we waited for awhile for our check.

Crab cakes...good but lacking lump crab meat.

Delicious steamer clams

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Prime rib

Whitefish Lake Restaurant

4.3(184 reviews)

12.1 mi

Dinner with friends during our annual trip to Whitefish, Montana…read more We shared an outstanding dinner in a special venue. The restaurant is constructed of logs harvested from trees on the site. For more on this story go to: info@whitefishlakerestaurant.com Jan and I selected the prime rib, served with horseradish potato cakes, carrots and shreaded squash. Our friends selected the small filet and airline chicken breast. We concluded our meal with a slice of mud pie. Good meal with special friends in a lovely venue make for great memories.

Amazing night. Great Prime Rib, baked potato, glazed carrots and spaghetti squash. Server was…read moreexcellent!

PRIME RIB, CARROTS, GREEN BEANS, SHREADED SQUASH, AND HORSERADISH POTATO CAKES

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Perfect Cuts

4.9(64 reviews)

11.6 mi

Great selection and super friendly staff! Beef and chicken breasts were fresh, but we picked up a…read morebunch of frozen marinated chicken, bacon, brats and lunch meat. Lots of options!

Oh man... incredibly good meats. We bought ground to make burgers for our adult kids who've been…read moreworking in Yellowstone the last 4 months. Their first home cooked meal and man were they good. Bought some elk beef sticks for the road- so good! Couldn't recommend highly enough- great service from the folks there.

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AJ D.

2 years ago

Grinnell has become a staple for my family. The menu has evolved as they work to incorporate customer feedback while striving to maintain fair prices. This is a challenge when using only high-quality ingredients that they do. Every dish has been refined and improved upon to make for reliably excellent food. It's much higher quality food than most places in town. The service is consistently excellent. Like any place it gets busy, yet staff are attentive and friendly every time. Management must treat them well since its mostly the same staff since opening. It's rare to see that in the restaurant business. I will support a business that supports its staff. I find the ambiance quit relaxing. The booths are comfortable, seating is well laid out, tables aren't crammed together, and the place is clean... very clean. Even the restrooms are kept well. It's nice to have a locally owned "go-to" for a reliable quality meal at a fair price. read more

Jessica K.

Elite 21

201

2 years ago

I recently visited Grinnell Tao and Grill and while I can see the potential in this restaurant, my experience was a bit underwhelming. The Alfredo noodles we ordered were overcooked and not something I would order again. The prime rib sandwich was tasty, but it was incredibly greasy, to the point where I couldn't finish the second half. The Caesar salad was good, but the side of steak that came with it was disappointingly small. Overall, my experience at Grinnell Tap and Grill wasn't bad, but it also wasn't the best. I think with some adjustments and improvements, this restaurant could really shine. Perhaps in another six months, they will have everything tightened up and be able to deliver a more consistently satisfying dining experience. read more

Robert B.

3 years ago

My wife and I visited this place today. I commented how calming the dark ambiance was upon first entering the establishment. Its decor gave us a feel of rustic Montana with a touch of pure elegance. We were served with the same sort of service: "down to earth attentive service with a hint of class! Thank you Jonas! My wife had a nice house Chardonnay and I tried a stout lager from Glacier brewing: both were quite satisfying . We ordered light and the food was very satisfying. My wife had a loaded baked potato and I had the chili. It was hard to leave having felt like a king and queen during our visit! We will be back! read more

katie m.

2 years ago

I have been going to this spot for the last several years, and this is by far the best remodel yet. It has a totally new vibe and feels very upscale. Great for a date night! I went in on Memorial Day, and the kitchen had just implemented a brand new menu. My server Bailey was very attentive and gave great recommendations. I started with the pork belly appetizer. Then I got the shrimp veggie bowl, and it was hands down the best food I've had in a long time! They also have a huge selection of wine and local beers. Sooo excited to see this new addition to my side of town. I will definitely be back soon read more

R G.

1 year ago

We just ate at Grinnell's on Sunday afternoon for the first time and it was a real treat! All 6 of us in our party were very happy with their food, even me and I'm very picky. The servers and manager though are the true treasures of the restaurant. Excellent service, professional but quite friendly! Puts a smile on my face thinking about the staff. The Grill itself is well stated and welcoming as well as relaxing. Overall, it truly was a 5 star experience for all of us, and that is hard to find in the Flathead Valley. read more

Tony P.

2 years ago

Had lunch with a client there today and will say they were awesome again. Client had fish that was perfectly cooked, well portioned and tasted excellent. I opted for a burger. It was cooked exactly as I asked and the sides were very good and served hot. The staff are attentive, friendly and have definitely worked out all the kinks of opening a new restaurant. The ambiance is very comforting and the place is CLEAN. Highly recommended. read more

Kaylee H.

1 month ago

I had such a good experience at Grinell! The food was really good, everything tasted fresh and was full of flavor. The portions were a good size, and everything came out looking really nice too. The service was friendly and welcoming, which made the whole experience even better. Overall, Grinell is definitely somewhere I'd recommend if you're looking for good food and a nice atmosphere. I'll definitely be coming back! read more

A J J.

2 years ago

The food at Grinnell is top notch. We had a party of 6 and every dish including the apps was delicious, well prepared, and served quite fast given the crowd that was there. The staff are friendly and were on top of things even with a full house. The ambiance was nice, the booths were comfortable. We couldn't have had a better meal for a great price. I highly recommend Grinnell's. read more

Charles H.

2 years ago

Had the Gyro special and I have to say that it was full of flavor!!! It was an amazing amount of food. The service was ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!! Food came out quickly and perfect temp. Aspen was very attentive and knowledgeable on the beer and wine selections as well as the food. The ambiance and atmosphere was authentic and Montana at its finest. Nice music and lighting. read more

Amy W.

28 days ago

I visited on a Monday and it was pretty slow. However, the service was fast and super friendly! I had the 10 oz sirloin with mashed potatoes and a Caesar salad. It was honestly one of the best steaks I've ever had! I also had a glass of their Sauvignon Blanc, which was also delicious! I highly recommend this place! read more

Joey O.

2 years ago

Previous reviews don't do this place justice. It was definitely dialed in tonight. Good service with a packed house. Food came quick and was really good. Prices were that of a higher end restaurant but the food and service did not disappoint so it was money well spent. I'd recommend this place to anyone! Cheers! read more

tessa h.

2 years ago

Our server Katie was immaculate!!! She was very knowledgeable about the entire Menu and gave the best recommendations on what to order. I will most definitely be returning and requesting her to be our server. I highly recommend the coconut shrimp!! The patio is a great area to sit on on a hot summer night. read more

Jessica D.

2 years ago

Wow! The remodel is gorgeous and the new vibe is great. Really good food! seasoned beautifully! The Au jus with the prime rib is so full of flavor!!! Sea Bass was amazing! we will definitely be back!!! Thank you for an awesome dining experience! read more

Scott L.

3 years ago

Food is excellent- tasty French onion soup Shrimp Alfred had an excellent light sauce and asparagus was cooked to perfection! Staff was friendly attentive and kind with good music- great ambiance... We will become regulars! read more

Barbara R.

3 years ago

Had a wonderful lunch today. The service was friendly and the food was amazing! We tried a sample of a steak from the supper menu. It was cooked well, flavorful and tender. I highly recommend this restaurant. read more

Carol S.

1 year ago

The food was fantastic. I had the filet mignon and the cut was so tender and cooked to perfection. The entire staff was welcoming and attentive to our needs. Love this restaurant. read more

Barbara C.

2 years ago

My daughter and I had lunch here last week and it was A+ from the food and service. It's so good to have dinner choices at lunch. We really needed this in Kalispell. read more

L W.

8 months ago

This place is amazing the new owners and renovations, classy. Why would i go next door, pay the same and not experience calories that are worth it?! Enough said. read more

Troy D.

3 years ago

Service was amazing, super friendly and inviting. Very clean, great atmosphere and the food was excellent. Steaks were cooked perfectly.

Tamara F.

3 months ago

The updated atmosphere and menu are fantastic but....the service was an absolute 10!! Ask for Tiffany, she is just OUTSTANDING!

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