Had a wonderful and surprisingly quick dinner at the lodge. There weren't many people when we…read morevisited so the food was basically out when we had come back from the restroom after ordering. The views out the window are stunning and the lodge itself is beautiful. They have another highly rated restaurant on site (the Fireside room) but we were looking for the more upscale one and enjoyed our dinner here. We got the Waygu burger which was solid and the Bison Bolognaise was fantastic. We also got the classic old fashioned (their drink of the month was a variation but over $20 so we went for the original), which was delicious. With our limited budget/hunger this is all we could get but given the setting/quality of the food I would come back to try other items for a nice night out.

Great food with even better service. Our waitress Mandy was wonderful, attentive, friendly and…read moreknowledgeable about the menu. All of the staff including the manager we interacted with here were fantastic. The restaurant is really nicely decorated (modern and sleek but still feels like a barn/lodge) with indoor and outdoor seating. It is a large space with high ceilings, a bar and even has a coat room. The mountain views are beautiful and there was a private party that night outside. We had a lovely dining experience, just be prepared that is expensive. They bring out an onion focaccia (cut into 4 pieces) with herb butter to start which was delicious. It was so good, we asked for a second. For an appetizer we ordered the grilled halloumi which was divine and a good sized portion. For my entree I went with the trout (whole fish that they butterfly) which was cooked perfectly and came with a trout roe beurre blanc sauce and vegetables (potatoes, carrots, cauliflower and I think swiss chard or kohlrabi). I enjoyed the dish and it was a large serving, but think it would have been better without the roe. There was so much roe in the dish that it kind of overpowered the other flavors. I think just a simple/lighter beurre blanc would have been better. Someone else ordered the lamb chops which they said were very tasty but expensive (over $70 if I remember correctly). For dessert we got the chocolate cake and our waitress recommended we try the huckleberry ice cream. It is good ice cream, but very sweet as huckleberries taste like a sweeter blueberry to me. I think most people would love it though, I am just not into sweets.

Although we stayed in a cabin nearby, we had dinner in the Fireside Room. What an amazing view of…read moreParadise Valley . Great food & wine, perfect service. Would love to come back one day!

Had reservations, waited 10 minutes to be seated and we were the only ones waiting! We were told by…read morethree people that they would be right with us! The last person to tell cleared a table, than came over to us only to answer the phone and proceeded to tell the person on the other end all the items on the brunch menu! While we stood in front of him waiting to be seated!!! Finally he took us to our table and told us our server would be right with us for our drink order. I order a mimosa (assuming it would be free with the $95 a piece we were paying for the brunch). It was not and we waited another 10 min for the drink! Mind you there were plenty of servers on the floor! When we finally got to the brunch we were disappointed that everything served, although very tasty was cold. Even the coffee!!! I love Sage Lodge. Normally there is no wait, service is exceptional and the food is great. That was the reason I was okay with Easter Brunch and it being a little pricey. But this was a big disappointment. Will not be back for another brunch. Too bad, very sad.

Very cool. I stopped in on a Friday afternoon on my way to Bozeman from the park's north entrance…read more The place was busy but I was able to get a seat. The bartender, who was by herself other than kitchen staff, was fast and friendly. Prices were average for the area. I had a beer and the pulled pork queso, which was really good. The vibe here is relaxed and they've done a great job keeping the history. It'd be fun to see a show here. If ever back in the area, I'll be back.

We enjoyed our time checking out Emigrant, Montana, and while we were here, we had to check out the…read moreOld Saloon, the historic bar and music venue. They even had the old fashioned swinging doors, except they had one propped open so you couldn't really swing them open. The rustic decor is super cool! We made our way to a booth and were greeted with menus. We had just had brunch, so we weren't really hungry. We each had a root beer, which was really good! I went with a scoop of huckleberry ice cream, my oldest had a scoop of vanilla ice cream and my youngest had the biscuit strawberry shortcake. Everything was wonderful! They also have a concert venue and Willie Nelson's son is playing there tonight!

Delicious food & friendly staff! The owner made sure we had a great night. So glad we found this…read moregem.

Having been in the service industry most of my adult life, I can only describe this experience as…read morepainful. Very unhappy woman behind the bar. I heard the cooks say order up like three times while she just completely ignored him and then went outside. A young gal came from the back and I told her our order was up and she grabbed it for us. She was a sweetheart and I felt bad for her for having to deal with that miserable woman. Spending money to sit in an uncomfortable bar room isn't my idea of enjoying what was supposed to be a relaxing date night.

Kind bartender. Beautiful views! Great salmon and steak frites :) Nice wine selection, too.read more

Great service and food! Came for dinner, seems to be very popular with locals as well which is…read moreusually a good sign. They have indoor and outdoor seating and the view is beautiful, overlooking a pond and emigrant peak. We went with the cornbread, potato skins and bison bolognese bucatini as appetizers. The potato skins and bolognese were delicious (the bolognese had a touch too much cream, but honestly that is not even a complaint) and while the cornbread was tasty, it was a little dry. I ordered the duck for my entree and it was delicious. Cooked perfectly and served with a generous portion of mashed potatoes and vegetables (broccoli and carrots). I would definitely recommend it. The salmon here was also tasty just note it is cooked pretty rare here. Overall an enjoyable dinner with friendly and attentive staff.

The "Historic Dining Room" remains my favorite place in Montana. It's such a laid back yet very…read moreprofessional experience. Certainly some things have changed. The breadsticks--gone. Avocado--gone. But the Mud Pie and the freaking flaming Orange survive. Otherwise, there remains the excellent cocktails we always begin in the lounge at the back) and such a well curated wine list. The appetizers are creative and generous, lots to share. Recommend the beef tips ( actually now better than the prime rib IMHO). But the Chico salad made from their own garden is so great--fresh, goat cheese, nuts, light dressings so the greens just pop. Love it! Of the entrees the trout almondine is to die for, and don't skip the beef--the Filet Oscar and the Gorgonzola filet--are so tender and juicy. A real grill master at work. The duck breast is just phenomenal with explosive taste. What has dropped off, for reasons unclear, is the prime rib--overcooked, thin, almost tasteless. Perhaps it was just an off night for what for many years a signature dish. The mud pie has changed over the years--this year's recipe with moose tracks ice cream is both creamy and crunchy. And the Flaming Orange has never changed. God bless it. Yet the best part of Chico remains its commitment to service. Such a great staff. They deserve multiple hurrahs!

Drove out to Chico on a Monday afternoon in late August expecting hot springs. What's there is a…read morelarge open-air swimming pool fed by the springs -- not a natural rock pool, not a spa. About twenty people were in it. Not crowded, but not the quiet soak we had in mind either. The property is historic and shows its age. Some will find that charming; we found it dated. Once we decided against the pool, there wasn't much reason to stay. We had a dinner reservation that evening and cancelled it rather than kill three hours waiting around. Fine as a quick stop if you're already driving Paradise Valley. Not worth building a day around.

Great BBQ north of Yellowstone National Park!…read more We were driving north of Yellowstone National Park, on the main route between Garner and Bozeman. Out of nowhere, we saw signs for Follow Yer Nose BBQ in Emigrant MT. We were expecting "good enough". We found excellent"! The brisket was tender and juicy and very well flavored with a little bit of crust. Pulled pork was tender and flavorful. Smoked sausage was lightly charred and full of herbs and spices. Fries were hot and crispy. Sauces on-the-side ran the gamut from mild to fiery. The line was long, and it moved quickly. There's a lot of covered outdoor seating, in addition to indoor seating. Lots of fun stuff on the walls and corny jokes. Staff was friendly. This was a great discovery, 30 miles north of Gardiner. And they have a food-truck smack-dab in the middle of Gardiner, too. If you want a tip, look for a restaurant with a full parking lot for guaranteed good food. My my my.

During out nine day trip across four states, we were treated to several truly wonderful memorable…read moremeals. Outside of the $400 bespoke omakase sushi we had in SLC, the food here at Follow Yer Nose came in second...and only just barely! A friend of mine noticed on social media that we were staying in the (very) near vicinity (practically across the street), and insisted we give this place a shot. I haven't seen him in person for several years, but apparently, he is a VERY good friend, because...whoo-wee! Fantastic pulled pork, sausages, and sides, all liberally soaked in various flavors of in-house BBQ sauces that I desperately tried to find bottles of to purchase and take back home with me. Sadly, that wasn't an option at the time, which means that my wife and I will be regularly courting the idea of a 12-hour drive to return here. Get here early, queue up, order what you will from the (rapidly diminishing) board behind the counter, and you'll be served some of the best brisket you've ever had, practically before you've had a chance to snag a table and sit down! Prices are excellent for the portion size and quantity, although we ended up ordering a bit extra, to tide us over on the long drive home (spoiler alert: it didn't survive the journey; it was long gone before then!).

This resort is beautiful and so cool!…read more The accommodations are plentiful, we were in a pet friendly room that was roomy and cozy. The back door opened up to a pretty view of the mountains and resort. They have so many neat cabins and tents too. We spent some time at the mineral pools--what a unique and fun experience! The pool water was warm and the hot tub was hot but not scalding. It's super popular all throughout the day, even at night. The saloon is a great place for lunch and they have an outside area that is dog friendly. They were short staffed but our food came out quickly and it was delicious. Try their beers, burgers, and sandwiches. They also have a cafe with delicious and novel coffee drinks and pastries, which is inside their store that has so many great souvenirs. They also have plenty of walking trails and the area is huge, which was great for walking our dogs around. If you're driving to Yellowstone and looking for a special place to stay on your road trip, make sure to check out Chico Hot Springs!

Chico Hot Springs was a highlight of our nine-day, four-state road trip through Idaho, Utah,…read moreWyoming, and Montana...and there were a LOT of highlights. Originally booked as a single night, post-Yellowstone reprieve (I mean, looking at hot springs all day long makes you want to soak in one, right?!), we ended up extending our stay another day, because of how much we all (my wife and I, plus our two toddler tons) loved this place! The hot springs alone is worth the price of admission: two pools, one smaller and warmer, the other larger and cooler (but still warm enough that there is no temperature shock when shifting between them), with a poolside bar window where you can order cocktails from the attached saloon...that's pretty hard to beat! There's also an attached restaurant, but we didn't get a chance to check it out, as it was closed by the time we returned to the hotel both nights. There's also the aforementioned saloon, which is open until 11-ish every night (basically, until everyone staggers out), with a wonderful, conversational bartender, Kelby, who was warm, welcoming and engaging: a true gem in an already glittering establishment. He also pointed out their absolutely ABSURD wine selection, indicating the presence of a fabulously stocked wine vault somewhere on site, for those with expensive tastes (not me; I'll stick to my whiskey!). Rooms are rustic, but comfortable, including the beds. We stayed our first night in a private cabin up on the hill, with two small bedrooms (queen beds in each) and a bathroom. Our second night, all the cabins were filled, so we ended up in a room in the main lodge, on the second floor, which had its own aesthetic perks, as the whole building feels like an inn from a previous century (which, technically, I guess it is...but it feels even older than that, in all the good ways). It's probably also haunted. We hope it is, anyway! Beyond all these incredible features I've mentioned, there's actually many, many more: an on-site gift shop / café, open from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM every day; there's a day spa up on the hill; you can book horseback rides from the stable near the gift shop; there's a playground for the littles behind the private garden, which appears to be tended by the James Beard award-winning chefs that make the fantastic dining hall an excellent choice for either breakfast/brunch (a buffet at $22/person, and absolutely worth it), or a truly incredible fine dining service in the evening. All those things, and I'm sure I'm probably forgetting or overlooked something. In short, Chico Hot Springs has something for everyone, young or old, rustic or extravagant: our little sons LOVED the hot springs (as did we, of course), but there's so much more to love here, that it has made a lasting impression on us all. Montana has never had much of a draw for city-slickers like my wife and I, but after our stay here, our ignorance has been thoroughly rectified. VERY recommended.

Location: This is a really great cabin off the US89 between Livingston and Gardiner. We used it as…read morea base for our Yellowstone Park explorations. It is in Emigrant a small town that boasts a great bakery and great BBQ in the warm season. To get to and from the Cabin you drive through the Chico Hot Springs Resort. In addition to hot springs Chico has a riding stable and adventure company for white water, scenic floats and hiking. This is nice if you don't want to drive to Gardiner some days. There is also a nice hike to a falls just up the road from the cabin. The cabin itself was excellent. We were there on some hot days and the cabin stayed cool if you closed the blinds as instructed. There was a full kitchen and while fussy cook husband might have wanted sharper knives for prep work he managed to make some fine meals. He also used the charcoal grill but the black flies were thick in the heat. Better him than me! Happily the long porch facing the stream is fully screened. No biting things there. The porch had a casual dining table and glider bench. The cabin had two bedrooms and one and a half baths. The half bath was in a utility room which included a washer and dryer. Priceless! There was also a comfy living room with two sofas and a glider chair. We never used the TV but it was there too. The cabin had wifi thankfully because there wasn't much cell reception. Basically it was a great place to get away, listen to the creek at night and relax.

Wonderful get away. No people, no problem. Walk to have a cocktail and a fine dinner. All the…read morepeople we did encounter were lovely. Highly recommend this best kept secret in Montana!!

This place is amazing the food is amazing and service. We're are stayed night in the hotel and the…read morewaitress remembers us from the first night, It's very welcoming feeling,,

Very good casual food, seems like the fancy restaurant next door had some influence over the menu…read more The jerk chicken sandwich was amazing, juicy, a little kick, great flavor... not sure what the secret ingredient was in the cole slaw was but it works. The prickly pear pale ale in ice cold glasses really hit the spot. The music was great (a lot of oldies) and not too loud. Great atmosphere and really good service...