Look, I love wine, but I'm no sommelier. I usually just point and say, "That one looks French!" But…read morewalking into The Hawthorn Bottle Shop and Tasting Room in Helena changed the game. This isn't one of those stuffy, velvet-rope wine bars; it's genuinely "New York chic meets Montana," which is the only atmosphere I ever want to be in. The main reason this place is magic? The staff. We had a server who was less of a server and more of a wine wizard. I told them I liked things that were "a little sassy, maybe a bit moody," and they didn't even blink. Instead, they completely crafted the perfect flight of wine flights for us to sample. It was like a personalized, four-course journey for my tastebuds. Every single pour was a winner, and the knowledge they dropped on us was actually interesting and not at all intimidating. I learned more in 30 minutes than I did in a decade of frantically googling "what is terroir?" If you're looking for an amazing wine bar where you can relax, learn something new, and taste truly incredible stuff without feeling like you need a wine degree, this is it. Go for the ambiance, stay for the wine, and definitely let their knowledgeable service steer the ship. They won't steer you wrong. Highly Recommend: Just tell your server to surprise you. It's the best way to do it.

First, the place has amazing service…read more We had an amazing Italian wine on tap, the charcuterie, and cheese board. The environment was a perfect place for three old friends to reunite and hear each other speak. I highly recommend this place for the food, drink, and a place where your friends can have a conversation.

First time here and my dinner was amazing. I had the special which I've included a picture. Cindy,…read moreour server was excellent.

Very charming, cozy atmosphere. Staff was very knowledgeable and friendly. Ingredients for…read moreeverything sounded incredible, but the food was okay. Generous portions. Risotto was was runny from spinach. Duck skin wasn't crisped. Gnocchi and carrots were both really good. Steak was average. Really expected to love this place but was a little underwhelmed. Would give it another chance though.

Awesome lunch. Great menu and portions. Exceptional service. Fun place to watch sports. Best prime…read morerib dip we have ever had

I had been here once before for lunch and found the food acceptable so decided to try it again for…read moredinner. Our server was nice and friendly enough but the food was very subpar. The burgers were described as 1/2 lbs which was probably correct but they were like a premade slider that was grossly overcooked. Even with the copious amounts of teriyaki sauce it was still hard to swallow. Same with the shriveled up slice of ham and dry, cold day old tasting bun. There was really no flavor at all. Our dining companions experienced the same and their steak salad was more like a gristle salad. The space is cool with old business signs hanging around and a neat vibe, but food is meh. It's like they aren't even trying. Need to up their game for sure.

Evan made our birthday dinner at Silver Star truly exceptional. From the start, he was welcoming,…read moreattentive, and incredibly knowledgeable about the menu. He helped guide our choices without being pushy, and his recommendations were spot-on. For his birthday meal, my husband ordered a steak and I had the salmon--both were cooked perfectly and absolutely delicious. Evan checked in at all the right times, making sure everything was just right without ever interrupting the flow of our evening. What really set Evan apart was how he elevated the celebration. He acknowledged my husband's birthday in a genuine, thoughtful way that made the night feel special without being overdone. His attention to detail and friendly, professional demeanor made us feel taken care of from beginning to end. If you're dining at The Silver Star Steak Company, ask for Evan--you won't be disappointed!

I bet this place would be great if you walk in with a Brione suit on and a hot chick on your arm…read more Unfortunately, I only had my adidas black sweat top and tennis shoes one and was not treated well. Other customers that perhaps were perceived as bigger paychecks were consistently served before me. At first I sat at the bar to make it easy for the servers. Unfortunately it was only me and I was abandoned after My drink came and no dinner menus came despite being asked and responding that yes, I need them. So, I took my drink and asked to be seated at a table. the table next to me had about 8 people seated after me, and again they were able to order drinks before my waitress came to me. So, looks matter in this restaurant - a lot! That is never a good sign. My waitress is probably in the wrong career as she was brusque and seemed put off at having to serve 1 person. Maybe she was cursed with being German as I am. The wedge salad I ordered was two small wedge pieces instead of the normal 1 large piece and was ok, but underwhelming in both the size and the amount of blue cheese which was a bit sparse. The 6 oz fillet seemed more like 4 and was ok - the baked potato noticeably smaller than most but loaded at least. The restaurant scene is Helena is pitiful, to be honest. Billings is the place in Montana to be for restaurants. Maybe Bozeman or Missoula but unfortunately, the capital is lacking. The martinis were decent but not as good as the windmill in billings.

Great place. But I could not find the bottle I was looking for. I looked very hard, but no. Just…read morecould not see it. Maybe they had it, but I couldn't find it. However, after a lot of help from the staff, I found it right in front of me. very helpful but a little pricey. But as they say everything cost a little more in Montana because its worth it.

Great addition of the wine and beer flights, special events and small food plates! See you again…read moreSOON!

Perfect for date nightIt's always cooked perfectly done. I took my husband here for the first time…read moreand he loved it as well, we will definitely be coming back.

Quality food, service, and portions! Very reasonable prices for a good steak, sides, salad and even…read morea scoop of ice cream to finish it off. Loved it all!

I am an avid Yelp user and I walked by this place and it wasn't on here! It is a beautiful new…read morewine bar (1 yr old I think) with incredible high end cheese boards and meat boards. The wine selection is unique and delicious. We tried orange wine for the first time and ate the cheese board and the meat board for dinner. I am pretty picky and was really impressed. I would highly recommend Porter's Corner for date night, girl's night, or a moment of peace with your wine to contemplate where to hike next.

The food at Broad Water Restaurant was genuinely impressive -- nicely prepared, full of flavor, and…read morebeautifully presented. The kitchen clearly takes pride in what they send out, and it shows. That's why it's such a shame the service side didn't live up to the same standard. Service was noticeably lacking from start to finish. Our table wasn't given cutlery, and no one came back to offer water or drink refills. We had to keep looking around for help, but staff were largely gathered together talking instead of checking on guests. The seating area was uncomfortably cold due to an overhead door being left open. When we politely asked if it could be closed, we were told others wanted it open -- even though there were only two other people nearby. It felt more like a staff preference than a guest-comfort decision. What stood out most was that we felt like an inconvenience rather than welcomed customers. It's nice to hear staff enjoying their day, but when five or six employees are standing around chatting while tables go unattended, it sends the wrong message. With service that matched the quality of the food, this restaurant could be a real standout. I hope management tightens up the floor service -- the kitchen deserves that support.

Terrible service...dirty pool. Bartender was totally inappropriate with a comment to us. Accused…read moreus of inappropriate behavior by holding hands and kissing like most couples do. Sorry my girlfriend was dancing in front me. Nothing was inappropriate. But ok....As Ridiculously expensive for what you would expect. Save your money and your time! Pools are dirty and way over priced. Lots of amazing places in MT!

Great time with friends and family all visiting Helena for a wedding. The service is 10 stars and…read moreI'm bummed I did not get our sever's name. She was awesome and so much fun. Once I saw it on the menu I had to get the GIGANTIC PRETZEL (GP). It was gigantic and it was a pretzel. Great crispy outside and soft warm perfectly cooked inside. Get it, you won't regret it. We all loved it and the queso and hot mustard were a great match. I had the wings, buffalo sauce, and it came with fries. Both were really good. So much food I only ate 4 wings and 1/2 the fries. GP still weighing heavy in my gullet! The Wife had the Classic Mac and Cheese - nice taste but Luke warm instead of hot. Should have sent back to warm up. Her choice. The Kid had the brisket sandwich and garlic parm fries. The sandwich was so big., she ate 1/2 and hardly touched her fries. The fries were delish, as I had to sample a couple for review purposes. The Friend had a Buffalo chicken salad and The Other Friend had enchiladas. Both enjoyed their meals and had leftovers as the servings are generous. Great Time. Great Food. Great Service. Go! Eat Very Well!! HAVE FUN!!!

The food here is really tasty and why they got 3 stars, but if it's busy, be prepared for a very…read morelong wait both to have your order taken and to receive your food. I'm hoping Brooklynn is new to the service profession. She seemed very distracted, forgetting to bring coffee after three requests and never returning with a soda refill. Singing "Na Na Hey Hey" as customers were trying to leave also felt unprofessional and out of place. Great food, but the service definitely needs improvement. Do better

Great drinks and great bartenders! They often have live music too. Beautiful space! You won't be…read moredisappointed visiting this bar.

Fabulous drinks wonderful atmosphere and great owners!!!! Awesome place to get out of the…read moreelements!!!!