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Dining Area - Bitterroot Bistro, Bozeman, MT

Bitterroot Bistro

4.8 (90)
$31 to $50
American
19 S Willson Ave, Bozeman, MT 59715-4664

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
We’re excited to introduce Bitterroot Bistro a collaboration between chef Gabriel Lopez and our owners, local Bozeman Restaurateurs & Chefs alike. Located in downtown Bozeman, Bitterroot Bistro is based on Montana values, using Montana ingredients, focusing on Montana food. We hope Bitterroot Bistro will become your neighborhood restaurant where one can partake in delicious home cooking, full of robust, earthy dishes that stick to your ribs. Pure Montana style!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Bistro, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 2:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Gabriel Lopez
  • Neighborhood
    Bozeman
  • Cross street
    Located just south of Willson and Main street in downtown Bozeman
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Beer, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 90 people are saying

Bitterroot Bistro reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Montana

    Best Overall

  • Montana

    Best Food

  • Montana

    Best Service

  • Montana

    Best Ambiance

  • Montana

    Best Value

  • Montana

    Innovative

  • Montana

    Neighborhood gem

  • Montana

    American

  • Bozeman

    Best Overall

  • Bozeman

    Best Food

  • Bozeman

    Best Service

  • Bozeman

    Best Ambiance

  • Bozeman

    Best Value

  • Bozeman

    Healthy

  • Bozeman

    Neighborhood gem

  • Bozeman

    Great for fine wines

  • Bozeman

    Romantic

  • Bozeman

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bitterroot Bistro charms with its "phenomenal food" and "excellent service," creating a memorable dining experience. Guests rave about the "amazing" trout and bison dishes. The intimate setting and attentive staff make it a standout spot in Bozeman. Despite minor service timing issues, the "delicious" food and cozy atmosphere win hearts.
90 Reviews
  1. Kris

    Montana1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great restaurant experience at Bitteroot Bistro - food was absolutely on point, the wine selection was superb - the Sangiovese was perfect accompaniment to the coulotte steak was phenomenal and the trout dip and entree were both spot on. Wait staff was attentive but not overbearing, we will be back, highly recommend!

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  2. Kathy VIP

    Portland / Oregon3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We dined at the Bitterroot Bistro with our friends during our recent stay in Bozeman and it was such a gem -- delicious salad, mouth-watering appetizers, delicious and perfectly cooked meals, and beautiful wines. In the midst of our week of hiking, filled with PBJ lunches and granola, and evenings of grilling at our rented cabin, this was the *perfect* spot for a nice meal out one evening. Highly recommend, and will be thinking about our delicious steaks (2 beef coulotte, 1 bison) and roasted chicken meals for awhile. Oh, and that meatball appetizer. Oh, and that delicious blood orange salad... That scrumptious warm olive oil cake for dessert... My mouth is watering just thinking about it all! Service was excellent, professional, and friendly. Lovely decor.

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  3. Jonathan

    Philadelphia County1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    They made our honeymoon special. The food was amazing!

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  4. Sharon

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was fabulous, the staff was attentive, and the ambiance was hip! We really enjoyed our time at the Bitterroot Bistro and highly recommend you check it out!

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  5. CJ

    Nashville4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best meal I’ve ever had. Going back again. Pricey but it is so good

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  6. Cristy VIP

    Denver / Colorado29 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on July 1, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was so great!!! But timing on the service was really poor. We were there on Monday so not a crazy busy Saturday. It’s a very small dining room, but it took over an hour for entrees to come out. For an 8pm reso that was a 9:15 dinner time. I’d def go back, maybe this was a fluke, but it def hurts the dining experience to be starving when your food gets to you.

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  7. Susan VIP

    Las Vegas3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We ordered the trout and it was delicious. The wait staff was very friendly and helpful. The restaurant is very small and cozy.

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  8. Angie VIP

    New York City19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Phenomenal food. The best in Bozeman and really nice staff. Not a fancy place which is great but the food is 5 star. Among the best coulotte and trout we’ve ever had. And wine very well priced and excellent. a gem.

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  9. jacqueline

    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 24, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Matt was all over it with service. He even packaged up our leftovers, which doesn’t happen much these days. It was our anniversary and it would have been even nicer if something small was done to make it special. I’ve been spoiled before with restaurants writing something on the dish or giving a small sweet. I did appreciate that our anniversary was noted by our server. The salad was yummy but a little less dressing would have made it even better. If I visited again, I’d just ask for it in the side. The beef pastries and burger were tasty. The decor was lovely. Our little booth was charming. Overall a nice time as we passed through town.

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  10. Barb VIP

    New York City26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food- best fries ever! Great service too- loved everything

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today
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19 S Willson Ave, Bozeman, MT 59715-4664

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Located just south of Willson and Main street in downtown Bozeman
  • Neighborhood
    Bozeman
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 2:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Bistro, Steak
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Gabriel Lopez
  • Additional
    Beer, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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