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The Buffalo Bar

4.1 (1.1k reviews)
Open • 9:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)
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Casual
Moderate noise
Juke Box
Outdoor seating

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Hog Trough Nacho
Stephanie M.

Excellent service! Fun bar atmosphere! Reasonable prices for the area. The beer and burgers are fantastic. The pork nachos are HUGE, enough for a meal for 2 people! I'd come back!

PerfectLy cooked medium-rare ribeye
Rich S.

Delicious & messy food, craft beer, cocktails. Live music. Patio & indoor seating. All 14 of us gathered here on a weekday evening! One of few venues that would take reservations of this size group. They have a good amount of indoor seating. We sat on the umbrellaed patio, near the musician, just around the corner of the bar from games like cornhole. They were busy, but service was attentive. Many of us had craft beers and cocktails. Everyone was pleased, but i could not list all the beverages for you. We had at least one yummy fresh arugula salad with sirloin cooked-to-order and a lot of flavorful bacon, blue cheese crumbles, green onion, tomatoes, balsamic glaze, and thick "Texas" toast. We shared a number of the many appetizers: Crispy-coated sweet-chili Thai Shrimp were rather small but quite tasty. The tray of nachos was a glorious mess of beans, sauces and crema, mixed melty cheeses, olives, and meat ... i think we got the rich ground "buffalo". The "buffalo balls" were even messier: meatballs in deep gravy over mashed potatoes smothered in sautéed onions and mushrooms. We had "chicken "bites" with two of their yummy flavorings. The soft pretzels and cheese were long thick almost-loaves. And i completely lost track of the mains: several of their loaded burgers and overloaded tacos. The star was the 12oz medium-rare ribeye, topped with herb butter & demi glacé, loaded garlic redskin mashed potatoes, & thick garlic toast. This was a great immersion in great food, drink, ant atmosphere. The $44 ribeye was one of the top-two steaks we had during our trip. (July 2026). Pro tip: every steak is town was good, even the bargains you can find with a little hunting. But be sure to pay a little more once or twice to get the best.

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Leila D.

Buffalo Bar is a fantastic local spot! I ordered the Buffalo cowboy burger with fries, and it was absolutely delicious. The huckleberry margarita was equally refreshing and complemented my meal perfectly. The atmosphere was lively, with both locals and tourists enjoying themselves. Thank you, Buffalo Bar, for providing such a great dining experience!

Karsyn R.

I love stopping at the Buffalo Bar after a long day in Yellowstone. They have a large menu and several different drinks. You can find a Buffalo burger here as well. The Buffalo queso was delicious. The bartender was so nice and friendly! Come check out the bucking Buffalo taxidermy and western vibe. Cool spot!

Cowboy Burger with fries - delicious; but couldn't finish it!
Steve H.

Popped in to enjoy the local culture (we live in West for the Summers). First time I tried their Bison Balls - they were excellent! The mushrooms gravy was perfectly seasoned. I found the bison balls over salted (I rarely use it); but my wife disagreed. Regardless, highly recommend. We have yet to get a bad meal or service whenever we stop in.

Hog Trough Nachos
Wendy S.

Out riding our bikes and stopped on a whim and was glad they have a patio bar so we could keep our dog at our feet. We had the Pork Carnita Nachos and it was more than enough for the two of us for dinner. Beer on tap has good selections. There was live music and our waitress was top notch friendly and on top of things.

Buffalo Balls
Van D.

Loved this lively establishment in West Yellowstone. The service was quick and fabulous. The atmosphere is all things bison. The beer was cold and the food hot. Thoroughly enjoyed sharing the buffalo balls appetizer. It was a large dish with two large meatballs on top of mashed potatoes. They have some games including electronic darts. There is also outdoor dining. It was fun atmosphere with good eats. A nice place to unwind after a long day in YNP.

Newton D.

There is barely any restaurant in this small town that offers Bison meat entrees. As it is known to be different in the area compared to major cities selection of meat. The Buffalo Bar happens to be highly ranked as it will constantly be crowded during peak tourist season. Upon entering will be walked into a group of customers waiting for their table and name to be called. There are a good amount of table inside and have lots of tv for a good entertainment and enjoyment. Average wait time is typically 30 minutes plus during peak dining time. The servers are nice, provided the food and other necessities quickly. Attentive with water refills. The foods were presented well and they gave a good amount of food for the price. Worth eating here once.

We found a great place to enjoy a great meal one late afternoon in October. Surprisingly, the Buffalo Bar was busy and the staff was friendly. We were greeted and seated quickly. The menu was extensive but with its own unique dishes. All three of our choices were well prepared and tasty. Be sure to try this place out for good food and a nice variety of local taps.

Giant buffalo!
Lyndsay S.

Great spot that even locals seem to love! Bit pricey, but the food and drinks were made so well you don't feel ripped off. Service was great too! Love the rustic decor!

Burger
Christopher B.

The Buffalo Bar is a solid choice if you're looking for classic bar fare. I had a burger, and it was good--exactly what I was expecting. The atmosphere has a rustic, classic mountain-town feel that fits West Yellowstone well and adds to the experience. The service was okay, but the meal took about an hour and a half from start to finish, which felt a bit long for lunch. Overall, it's a decent place to grab a casual meal, especially if you're not in a hurry.

Buffalo at the bar
Peter R.

This place was suggested by my brother, when he heard we were eating in west Yellowstone. Ordered the buffalo burger and wings, both were great. The wings had a very flavorful Huckleberry bbq sauce. Was great. My wife ordered the quesadillas, very filling, but good.

Fish & Chips
Bnjsn J.

This place is hoppin' yet service was timely and friendly. So much going on. From sports tv to casino machines, bar, and patio. Decor is rustic with taxidermic mounts of the local wildlife, buffalo in particular. The food was served hot and delicious! We ordered the cowboy bison burger and the fish and chips. I highly recommend the cowboy burger! Not too dry and bursting with flavor.

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Can they accommodate for a gluten allergy?

Yes they can and have items on the menu that are gluten free friendly

Do you have to be over 21 or is it family friendly?

You don't have to be over 21 but I don't see this place as a kid friendly restaurant. I wouldn't recommend ordering from the kids menu. It's not kid friendly.

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Madison Crossing Lounge - Elk Ossobuco. Fall off the bone. Be sure get the marrow from the bone and put it on the elk. Paired wine went well with it. 5/5.

Madison Crossing Lounge

4.1(782 reviews)
0.3 mi
•$$

Excellent food and service! We came here for our "nice" dinner during our Yellowstone trip. Their…read moremenu looked very inviting! They don't take reservations and their is a long wait for dinner (great place, busy place!). I woukd suggest getting on the waitlist and then go shopping. They have an excellent waitlist system that you can see where you are and how long you have waited. Our wait was about 90 minutes as we were told. We came back when we were close to.the top. They share the building with other businesses and a nice lobby area to wait in. For cocktails, both husband and son ordered Old Fashions 1910! Made perfectly! They really enjoyed their drinks! I ordered the Flat Iron Steak and a House Salad. The steak.came with a chimichurri sauce, asparagus, and potatoes au-gratin. The steak was a pergect size, 8 oz. The star was the potatoes au-gratin! My husband ordered the Bison Meatloaf. Something you can't get just anywhere. Came with asparagus abashed potatoes. Generous size and he ate every bite! Excellent choice! My son ordered the Chicken Prosciutto Pasta. Perfect portion! Prosciutto was fried up crispy! He enjoyed his selection. We were too full dessert but could not pass on their Blueberry Bread Pudding. We took it to go along with Huckleberry ice cream and enjoyed the next day! Our server was Haeley and she was excellent. Although we had a carafe of water on our table, ahe made sure to refill.our waters. She checked on us often. In addition, the woman. Working reception was amazing. Juggling all the people on the waitlist. So many cing in.and hearing the long wait. She was patient and very friendly.

This was the best meal we had on our entire west trip. The elk rack was amazing, I can't remember a…read moresteak that good in years. My Fiance got the trout but subbed mashed potatoes for the rice, and blew her away also. For dessert, the blueberry bread pudding with huckleberry ice cream is an amazing combo. We tried to go here 2 days in a row around 8:30pm, they close at 9. One night was too busy so we went elsewhere but we got lucky the 2nd night and found seats at the bar. The bartender was super nice and helpful with picking out the best stuff. Our drinks were also great. Huge selection of whiskeys and looks like every liquor. The building the place is in is pretty cool too, check out the brewery that's nearby. And also pickup bear spray for rent near the front door.

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Madison Crossing Lounge - Trout cakes. Excellent. Lots of Trout and less filler. Lots of flavor. Not greasy or oily either. 5/5.

Trout cakes. Excellent. Lots of Trout and less filler. Lots of flavor. Not greasy or oily either. 5/5.

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3.4(39 reviews)
19.2 mi
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Krystian was our waiter, what a gracious man. Food was good but the delay was comical. I think it…read moreis a management issue, it seems like they are under staff. Not so many options around .

We were a group of four senior citizens, and I regularly bring guests to Yellowstone from all over…read morethe country. Because of that, I want the people I bring to have a positive experience and leave with a good impression of the park and its dining establishments. Unfortunately, our experience at the end of our day at your restaurant was disappointing. The server, Marileigh (is the name on the receipt, but she did not introduce herself to us), was impatient, rude, and made us feel unwelcome, which was particularly unpleasant after spending time enjoying the park. Our drink order was two beers, a coffee, and a Sprite. When she returned without the Sprite and my guest asked about it, Marileigh replied that her tray only held so many drinks. When she later delivered the Sprite, she asked my guest if she wanted a straw and then threw it onto the table without a word. Very unprofessional and unkind. She was impatient with our questions about the limited menu (we were there at 4:30pm). It did not seem busy when we were there, yet she gave us the impression she was too busy for us. In addition, the food was not good. We ordered three bison burgers, which were very dry, and the buns were hard and did not seem fresh. We had to cut the buns with a knife, they were so hard and dry. The greens were wilted. It seemed the burgers had perhaps been sitting in an oven for a long while. Mid-meal, we told Marileigh the burgers were not fresh, and as we were leaving, we told her we should have sent them back as soon as we realized they were not fresh. She said she was sorry. The quality of the meal did not meet the standard we expected, especially considering the setting and the reputation of Yellowstone National Park. I understand that restaurants can have an occasional difficult day, but both the poor service and the quality of the food made this visit memorable for the wrong reasons. I hope you will take the time to address these concerns with your staff and kitchen team so that other visitors do not have a similar experience. Msg sent to Matt Lovett/Mgr

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Holiday Inn West Yellowstone - Mini Suite- 2 rooms (2 queens, 1 king) with 2 bathrooms

Holiday Inn West Yellowstone

3.6(83 reviews)
0.3 mi
•$$

We had an amazing stay at this hotel! From the moment we arrived, the staff recognized my Platinum…read moreElite status and went above and beyond to make us feel valued. They checked in with us daily to see if we needed anything, which was a thoughtful touch and greatly appreciated. One of my favorite amenities was the tea and coffee station in the lobby--perfect for starting the morning. There was also a freezer stocked with ice cream sandwiches and popsicles, which was a fun and unexpected treat. The room was comfortable and exactly what we needed. We spent most of our time exploring the area and were mainly there to sleep, but it was a great place to come back to each night. The location is excellent, just minutes from Yellowstone's west entrance, making it very convenient for visiting the park. If you're planning to run the Yellowstone Half Marathon hosted by Vacation Races, this hotel is an especially great choice since it's within walking distance of the start line. I would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting Yellowstone.

Pros: - Very convenient location, located next to…read morerestaurants, grocery store, urgent care. - Very close to west entrance of Yellowstone - Free parking - Complimentary coffee and tea, cookies, popsicles, ice cream sandwiches - Water filling station and hot water - When our shower clogged, they sent someone immediately ~9pm to fix it - Recycling is available - 10% off the downstairs restaurant which has breakfast and dinner. - Nice service, let us have 12pm checkout - Pool and hot tub are nice - Gym is bare bones but present (dumbbells, elliptical, treadmill, bike machine) - Small convenience store is very convenient - Has a business center with printers. Has conference rooms that aren't used so you can use them if you need to hold a meeting Cons: - Price. Although it's comparable to all the other hotels in the area - Decor is ugly and outdated - Downstairs restaurant is very mid

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Holiday Inn West Yellowstone - Mini Suite- 2 rooms (2 queens, 1 king) with 2 bathrooms

Mini Suite- 2 rooms (2 queens, 1 king) with 2 bathrooms

Holiday Inn West Yellowstone
Holiday Inn West Yellowstone - Mini Suite- 2 rooms (2 queens, 1 king) with 2 bathrooms

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