A Guide To Dining In Big Sky

Big Sky Montana has a large variety of dining options ranging from quick meals to fine dining. Here is a guide to dining in Big Sky organized by location and quality.

We would recommend making reservations at any place in Big Sky.

Moonlight Basin: One&Only

• The Landing: Located at the One&Only Sky Lodge, this unique restaurant offers gourmet food and amazing views. Just take the goldola from the Madison Base Area straight to the lodge or drive in for dinner. Reservations are recommended for dinners.
• Akira Back: Features prime cuts of steak, wild game, and a Japanese-style grill ground the menu in its scenic setting.
• Wildwoor Restraunt: An authentic pasture-to-plate restaurant in Big Sky, Wildwood serves fresh, locally sourced dishes inspired by the raw beauty of Montana.

On Mountain

• Fast Food: Uncle Dan’s: Located at the bottom of the Madision 8 Lift, Uncle Dan’s Cookies sells homemade cookies, snacks, and paninis to skiers.
• Casual:
  • Headwaters Grille: The Headwaters Grill is located at the Madison Base Area of Big Sky. They offer great grilled options, along with salads, snacks, soups, and much more.
  • Shedhorn Grill: The Shedhorn Grill is an on-slope lunch yurt under the Shedhorn Chair on Lone Peak. They serve a variety of grilled options and feature 360-degree views of Lone Peak and the surrounding area. This is a local favorite for sunny spring days. 
• Upscale: Everette’s 8800: Enjoy a fireside cocktail that warms the soul after a long ski day or savor a perfect wine pairing with dinner. Whether you ski into Everett’s for lunch, catch the sunset as you ride up for dinner, or stargaze on the way down, the mountaintop magic awaits.

Base Area

• Fast Food: The Exchange (Vista Hall) (upstairs in the Big Sky Mountain Mall) is a great place to ski in for lunch. There is a variety of food and options including:
  • Burgers and fries
  • A deli with premade sandwiches, soups, and salads
  • Stone fired pizza
  • Sushi and poke bowls
  • Street tacos
  • A fully stocked bar
• Casual:
  • Montana Jack’s: For apres ski and nightlife (live music), Montana Jack’s has the perfect casual dining experience.
  • Chets Bar and Grill: Chets has a great rustic tavern feel. They serve Montana craft beers and a unique blend of foods.
  • Carabiner Lounge: Great for apres ski. Featuring live music, cocktails, and great views. Located in the Summit Hotel.
  • Westward Social: Located in the heart of the Base Area, this is another great spot for apres or lunch.
• Upscale:
  • The Cabin Bar and Grill: If you’re looking for a sit-down lunch or dinner at the Big Sky base The Cabin is a great option. Locally owned for 20 years, this restaurant has an amazing menu and wine selection.  
  • M by the Alinea Group: This is a new winter-only restaurant that serves European cuisine.
  • Peak’s Chophouse & Wine Lounge: Amazing wine selection with classic chophouse food. Reservations recommended for dinner.

Town Center

• Casual:
  • Blue Buddha: Blue Buddha Sushi is great for casual dining in Big Sky. They have a large sushi and drink menu. They also have a great happy hour from 5-6 every day. 
  • Ousel and Spur: Ousel and Spur serves authentic Italian pizza and pasta. They also have a great wine selection and can cater to dietary needs. 
  • Tres Toros Tacos and Tequila: Mexican cuisine with a twist. Come in to try some tacos and a margarita.
  • By Word Of Mouth: BYWOM is a Big Sky classic. They feature a broad menu ranging from burgers to poke bowls, and a full bar.
  • Albertos: Albertos serves authentic Mexican food
  • Blindside Burger: Casual and fast, burgers, fries, and shakes.
  • Tips Up: Tips Up features live sports, live music, games, and great bar food.
  • The Rocks: Serves locally sourced food and Montana-made liquors
  • The Waypoint: The Waypoint is one of the most interesting places on this list. It is a movie theatre/bar/restaurant. You can spend a whole night there and have a great time.
  • Cowboy Coffee: Serves delicious breakfast and lunch.
• Upscale:
  • Block 3 Steakhouse is new to the Big Sky Town Center. It features steaks of all cuts, including bison, elk, and venison!
• Bonus: Beehive Basin Brewery has great beer and is a great local hangout. If you are looking for a way to spend an hour or two in the Town Center, Beehive Basin Brewing is a great option. 

Meadow Village

• Upscale: Olive B’s has amazing upscale dining including wild game, steak, seafood, and normally some vegetarian offerings as well, always cooked to perfection. Noteworthy wine list and hand-crafted cocktails. Serving Lunch and Dinner.
• Upscale: Michaelangelo’s serves authentic Italian food in an upscale environment.

Canyon

• Casual: The Gallatin Riverhouse Grill on Hwy. 191 is a great locals hangout with live music and great BBQ. Everyone who visits Big Sky should check out the Riverhouse at least once.
• Casual: The Corral Bar and Steakhouse serves burgers and steak and features a low-key atmosphere.
• Upscale: The Rainbow Ranch serves authentic Montana ranch-to-table cuisine and has a memorable dining experience unique to Big Sky country.

Destination Dining

• Upscale: Horn and Cantle is one of Big Sky’s most popular restaurant experiences. It features one of the best dinner environments in Big Sky and provides an authentic Montana dining experience in an intimate atmosphere. Make sure to call in advance, reservations are usually needed to get a table. 

If you are planning on staying in and cooking most meals see our guide to grocery store options. 

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