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    The Continental Divide

    4.6 (92 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Classy
    Quiet
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Bavette steak

    I write a considerable amount of restaurant reviews that are to the point and unbiased. We wanted to try the Contential Divide as it is know as the only fine dining establishment for miles around Ennis Montana. The chef came to greet us at our table in the outdoor seating, (inside is also available.) Great conversation with the Chef; rare in the arena of other fine dining restaurants. The good: The French onion soup was the best I have ever had. A sherry based onion soup with just the right touch of cheese and bread, delicious! The wedge salad was also a hit with homemade dressing and the correct amount of bacon, onion, etc. Wonderful. The Asparagus was just the correct crispness without being over-sauced as it typically is elsewhere. The Bison Albondigashaf a rich broth with a hint of Serrano, quite good. The average: The truffle mash potatoes could use more truffles, (minor point.) The "Lavender" butter was bit strange. My wife had the duck and although it was not prepared in the traditional way for the common pallets, it was good with a good sauce. Not a dish that will knock your socks off though. The not so-good. My10 0z Montana Wagyu Bavette steak was disappointing. First there was only a dime size dollop of sauce and void of any seasoning, (read basic salt & pepper.) It was lacking in flavor and mouthfeel. Although it was explained by the Chef that is is similar to a skirt steak or flank, it was neither. A lackluster cut of beef altogether. *Note: I almost ordered the ribs and they were touted to be very good. I did an see at another table the ribs and regretted my choice of entree. The service. We had a 6 pm reservation and when we arrived they were a number of open tables. We were seated inside and the AC was full blast cold so we opted to dine outside with the persistent flies. Our waitress started out ok but left us abandoned after our entrees were served. *I really wanted some side sauce, more bread & butter, water but was denied to to lack of table service. When she did appear after I requested her from another waiter, she said "There was a snafu in the kitchen" and that was the excuse for us being ghosted. Shame on Contenential Divide for not have the wait-staff available for a full house., Not what you expect from fine dining. Summary: If you get reservation early enough. (read: 5PM) then possibly you won't be abandoned at your table. Avoid the Bavette steak and opt for the ribs. Dine inside where the ever-present fly is not also feasting on your entree. I am sure these somewhat seemingly miss-steps may have been random but the other patrons were not getting the table service that you would expect in fine dining. I wish the Continental Divide well in their endeavor to bring fine dining to the hideaway place of Ennis Montana but they need a little housekeeping first before we return to dine there.

    Apricot-Mango Glazed Duck

    Made it back to TCD for the summer menu. The place is a lot more busier, and they also have a nice shaded patio area. I sat outside. Service was excellent. I started with Walleye Bites...hand breaded with panko & macadamia sweet chili chipotle-lime dipping sauce. I liked the concept, and how it looked, but the fish had no flavor, and the panko batter was so thick it was overpowering the walleye, I think. Big portion. I could only eat a third of it. A larger amount of dip would be nice. Then, I ordered Poached Pear Salad...wine poached pears, pomegranate pearls, candied pecans, crumbled feta, Bermuda onion, mandarin-champagne vinaigrette. It was pretty tasty, but too sweet for me to finish it all. For the entree, I ordered Pan Seared Halibut...southwest spiced and with green chili-asiago risotto, roasted corn calabacitas and cilantro chimichurri. Super complex and tasty. Lots of flavors. Finally, for dessert, I got the Lemon Cake. Excellent! Citrusy and summer-like. The following night, I actually went back with a friend. This time, I ordered very little food cause I was so stuffed from the first night. My friend and I split Apricot-Mango Glazed Duck...pan seared moulard duck breast, truffle smashed potatoes and apricot-mango glaze. It was excellent, also! Look forward to the Fall/Winter menu! Thx, Chef John!

    Apricot Mango Duck

    Our first time at this little hidden gem!! We had Lettuce Wraps, Chicken Tortilla Soup and Apricot Mango Duck with asparagus, spaghetti squash, mashed potatoes! Chef John was incredible! Super friendly, gave us a history of the restaurant. Allison, our waitress was great! We will definitely be back....there's so much more to try on the menu! We left so full and satiated!

    10 oz Montana "Wagyu" Bavette
    Kevin P.

    I read great reviews, and was ready for a short beautiful road trip to Ennis, MT. The Continental Divide is a hidden gem of fine dining in the Northern Rocky Mts. I love Ennis, too. Small dining room...maybe 25 seats. I was solo but lots of other diners. Several birthdays. I finally declared it was my birthday, too! Great menu. Chef John may change it often but I'm not sure. I started with Cumin Scented Scallops. Perfectly cooked. Delicious. Then I got the 10 oz Montana "Wagyu" Bavette. Amazing. Came with mashed potatoes and baby broccoli and spaghetti squash. The steak was sliced, and had a delicious sauce and butter. I got dessert to go...the Flourless Chocolate Torte. My only disappointment of the night. It was great...super fudgy...with a raspberry coulee drizzle and whipped cream, but I was expecting the torte to be more cake like. Great service! End of the night, Chef John made the rounds. Super cool. Will definitely be back. Thx.

    Elena C.

    This place is a gem! It's adjacent to an RV park, but don't let it fool you. The food and service are amazing. We will definitely be going back

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    Great food and service. We look forward to eating here many times each summer.

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    Ask the Community - The Continental Divide

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    Is this place still in business?

    The Continental Divide is in business but it closes during the harsh Montana months. Thus it is closed from mid October until springtime.

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    Feast Raw Bar & Bistro

    Feast Raw Bar & Bistro

    4.5(229 reviews)
    39.0 mi
    $$$

    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.

    This was my second time at Feast, and it somehow was just as good (if not better) than the first. I…read morewent for Valentine's Day and it was the perfect spot--super cozy and romantic without feeling over the top. I started with a huckleberry mojito, which was so refreshing and not too sweet, and the truffle + Parmesan fries... obsessed. They were crispy, flavorful, and honestly hard to stop eating. For my entrée, I got the Cajun scallops and WOW--they were cooked perfectly with just the right amount of spice. Definitely one of my favorite dishes I've had in Bozeman. I couldn't skip dessert, so I took home the masala chai panna cotta and the spiced chocolate torte, and both were amazing. The panna cotta was light with the best warm spice flavor, and the chocolate torte was rich in the best way. Service was super friendly and attentive, and overall it just felt like such a special night. As someone local, Feast is 100% a go-to and I'll definitely keep coming back!

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    Hooked Sushi - Different nigiri

    Hooked Sushi

    4.4(145 reviews)
    39.9 mi
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    Every time I'm in town visiting my boyfriend we come eat here. I have taken friends who have…read morevisited as well and they are always so impressed! I love the ocean trout!! We always try to sit at the bar and order Omakase. Truly never disappointed and the staff is always so friendly. They just updated their happy hour for the new year as well.

    I want to say before anything my review is going to be negative as I chose to leave the restaurant…read morewithout eating anything. I loved the ambience and the atmosphere my family even decided to get a reservation. When i pronounced I had a shellfish allergy I was told that everything had been cross contaminated and I couldn't eat there. I almost had to leave my family and uber home since the majority of my family can eat shellfish. I am a cook but I am no sushi chef I have done sushi while private cheffing. I do believe that there are certain steps you can take to prevent cross contamination and being able to store things properly in order to prevent contamination. I understand that when at sushi restaurants there's no helping fryers which is completely understandable. There is also a point I'd like to make how there should be some kind of sign outside or when making a reservation to pronounce on their end that they can't accommodate. At the end of the day I'm disappointed, I almost chose to leave my family, and we all ended up walking out without ordering since they can't accommodate to my allergy. I hope they take steps in the future to prevent cross contamination or pronounce they cannot accommodate to certain allergies before making a reservation.

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    Montana Ale Works - Bison "pot stickers" (fried dumplings)

    Montana Ale Works

    4.4(1.6k reviews)
    40.2 mi
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    Our party of 4 ate here for our first meal in Montana. The place is much bigger inside than how it…read morelooked outside. When we came in at around 4pm, there seemed to be plenty of tables available but after an hour, the place quickly filled up. Vibes/Service: Parking lot in the back and it seemed there was some street parking available as well. Many, many tables available with bar seating as well. It can certainly fit a larger group. Great service from our server. Checked on us often and filled up our waters. Food: Because it was our first meal here, we wanted to try out their staple dishes. -Bison Potstickers ($16): 5 pieces topped with mango and garlic chili sauce and served with some coleslaw. Rich and filling, paired well with the sauce. Would order this again! -Bison Patty Melt ($22): it was my first time eating Bison, the waiter suggested medium rare. It looked more red than I usually like but it actually was juicy and tasty-- I guess this is the difference between a regular beef patty. I'd also order this again. -Served with pepper parmesan fries which was so uniquely food. Fries were fresh. -Huckleberry Cream Ale ($8/pint) paired well with my meal.

    Good meal and good experience. This was between 4 and 5 stars. I sat at the bar and the service…read morewas great at the start. Super quick to get the first drink and food order. My server knew the special menu, regular menu and drinks very well. I ordered the bison patty melt and tots for the meal and the Bridger Hazy IPA for the drink. The bartender recommended the IPA and it was excellent. The homemade tots were great. A shredded potato in the middle, nice and creamy and crunchy exterior. Feedback was there were only 5 on the plate. Definitely could use more. The bison patty met was perfectly cooked. A lot of folks overcook and dry out the bison. It was perfectly medium and juicy. Feedback would be a little char on the patty would be great. The service really tailed off in the end, it was not super busy and they had about 5 servers behind the bar. I sat there for at least 15 min until another bar tender asked if I wanted another brew and my server came about 5 to 10 later to attend to things.

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    Montana Ale Works - Interior

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    Bunless GF patty melt

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