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Second Set Bistro, Missoula, MT

Second Set Bistro

4.6
4.6
59 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary American
Second Set Bistro is located in the historic Florence building in downtown Missoula. This beautiful piece of history has been recently renovated, so you'll get to enjoy the restored lobby while you wait to be seated. When you visit our restaurant, you're not only getting a delicious, locally-sourced meal, but you're also helping to restore an important piece of local history.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 4 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (406) 830-3233

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Neighborhood

    Missoula

  • Cross street

    Higgins Ave and Front St

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Additional

    Beer, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 59 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on all time ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Missoula

    Most Booked

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall1food1service5ambience5
    The food was so salty it was hard to eat. The bread, the salads, the entrees, the DESSERT. We felt really bad but it was so hard to eat.
  2. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such a wonderful meal and attentive service, will definitely be back! Everything on the menu is a treat!!
  3. Gustavo

    Montana

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience1
    Couldn’t seat me in the restaurant when there were open tables, sat me in the hotel lobby. Dinner was really expensive, potentially not worth the price.
  4. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience2
    While the food was tasty, the service lacked; perhaps it was too close to closing? No table covering, runner, placemat, etc. so the utensils were placed directly on the table, a pet peeve of mine. Non-diners walked in - random photo shoot - large, egregiously loud scene - truly blew what little cozy vibe there was. So many choices in downtown Missoula, while Second Set was nice, probably will not go back.
  5. CSS007

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is such a great place to eat. The food is fresh and tasty. Service is great too. I would definitely give them a try if you have not.
  6. jocy

    Key West

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of my favorite places to eat in town! The service and food are always excellent.
  7. AndreaG

    Montana

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, ambiance, location and service. One of our favorites.
  8. Catherine

    Montana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 4, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food selections, especially the salads, were interesting and not what you would find at other restaurants, which made the meal feel special. Enjoyed having the owner come out to the table and talk to us. Fun night!
  9. Jocelyn

    Montana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    These guys are awesome! Great food and atmosphere!
  10. YevD

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2022

    overall3food4service3ambience3
    Food is good, but slightly overpriced.
  11. jocy

    Key West

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is one of the best places to eat in town. Food is stellar and so is the incredible staff.
  12. KatT

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a wonderful meal. The Steak Frites and Pork Chop were excellently prepared and the wine selection is fantastic. Wonderful dining experience.
  13. OpenTable Diner

    Portland

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 4, 2022

    overall3food5service4ambience2
    The ambiance was cold and not very comfortable. Service was really forthcoming and friendly. The choices on the menu are few. But what came out of the kitchen was excellent! Wine is much too pricy. Although there are a few choices like the Chakalaka from ZA which where delicious and quite fair in price.
  14. NancyT

    Los Angeles

    14 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on July 27, 2022

    overall1food1service4ambience2
    So disappointed. Food was beyond terrible. Not sure why they stay in business
  15. JennMcd

    Chicago

    38 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on July 6, 2022

    overall1food1service3ambience4
    Was really rooting for this place to be great, but sadly could not deliver. They are in a unique location and have an interesting view and decor which we appreciated. They serve beer and wine, no liquor. So my husband and I opted for a glass of the Obsidian Cab. We ordered the apple honeycomb salad to start that didn't arrive and instead we got our entrees and had to ask for the salad - and actually, that salad was the best part of the meal. For entrees, I had the Pork Milanese and my husband the Lamb Mafaldine. The Pork was hammered! Pounded too thin, thick breading and over-fried. I couldn't cut it with the serrated steak knife they provided - it was like eating jerky/I had to rip it apart with my hands. The Lamb dish was okay per my husband. We cut the night short and went to another restaurant to enjoy dessert and after-dinner drinks.
  16. jocy

    Key West

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on July 3, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of the best restaurants in Downtown Missoula. Every dish is mouth-watering, and the ribeye is transcendental. I love eating here!
  17. GeneP

    Seattle

    86 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    86 reviews

    Dined on July 1, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Very interesting place located off the lobby of the old Florence Hotel so you need to wander in a ways into the building to find it. Background music was out of sync with the are deco vibe of the building, nit pick. The price point for Second Set is moderate. The pork milanese was very reminiscent of wiener schnitzel with an interesting cream sauce with greens. The Caesar salad was classically prepared with nearly a full head of romaine trimmed down. The house made dressing was perfect except there was a bit too much of it. Beer and wine only at the bar.
  18. OpenTable Diner

    Des Moines

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Super menu. Vegetarian options. Get the dumplings! Great prices. Don’t skip dessert!
  19. Tia42

    Montana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 25, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Four of us went to Second Set Bistro to celebrate a birthday and were very impressed. Excellent cuisine, great atmosphere, top notch service.
  20. JoanPony

    Phoenix

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on June 4, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    OMG...we were absolutely blown away by the food ,the service and overall experience. I would go back just to have the Caesar salad,but also the chicken dish and lamb were delicious. How lucky we are to have such a find in Missoula. We will go back soon.
  21. ArnieC

    Montana

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Strong menu and strong execution. The menu has a nice selection, which will appeal to a wide audience. The back room is typically quieter than the front. Enjoy...
  22. Debs

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 17, 2022

    overall3food2service5ambience5
    The dining experience was excellent! It was sooo enjoyable to be in a conversation and actually hear what the other person at the table is saying without raising their voice. The food was excellent but I am allergic to Canola oil and the next day got a reaction from it. Sure wish you would switch to olive oil!
  23. Michael

    Montana

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    One of the worst meals which I have had in Missoula...or anywhere else. Steak was cold and tough as it had been reheated, but not fully. I returned meal for heating, and got another that was warm. Outcome: sick the next morning.
  24. Zany

    New England

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 30, 2022

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Staff was warm and friendly. The pasta dishes served were not very flavorful. The Calamari appetizer was outstanding. The Black Cherry Compote dessert was delicious. Sound is an issue as there was a table of three men who had louder voices which dominated the room until they left. And they were gracious about our inquiry of a corkage fee which was $25.
  25. AliciaL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best steak I have eaten in years. The roast cauliflower was outstanding as well.
  26. CindyA

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Josh was exceptional at getting us the table we requested. The service, wine and meal were amazing. We will be back and thank you so much for making this a wonderful moment in time.
  27. AlinSteve

    Charlotte

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on December 29, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My daughter was having her birthday. We had called several favorites and couldn’t get any assistance. I decided to try my OpenTable app and had this beautiful restaurant as a choice so after the ease of solidifying my reservation we went to the website. I have never been here before but we read the menu and couldn’t wait! We were not disappointed in any aspect. From the elegant entrance and enthralling stone fireplace to the inspiring and eye catching art work among the well placed lighting and quiet ambience, we were in a dream! We had Mozarella En Carrozza, Calamari, for apps and they were both delightful. Lightly breaded and perfectly fried calamari paired with a Sauvignon Blanc was a perfect start to my Shrimp Scampi. We had the crème brûlée for dessert and wishing my daughter a Happy 13th, the evening couldn’t have been more perfect! Shout out to the pleasant servers, knowledgeable with their wines, ours gave the best recommendations AND without hesitation she saw us struggling to take a picture after dinner and offered to help! Many grateful thanks <3
  28. Timothy

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 30, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I really appreciate the care they showed my family to help celebrate my mother's birthday. The food was also just plain delicious. Thank you!
  29. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    47 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2021

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Not a great meal this last time which is usually not the case. The food was lukewarm and it took forever. The owner wasn’t there so maybe they were understaffed but we usually have a great meal here. Hopefully next time it will be back to normal.
  30. JacquelineM

    Houston

    62 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    62 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always spot on. Ladies Night special menu was a great change of pace. Hope they add some of it to their regular menu (breaded mozzarella with anchovy butter!!!).
  31. Grant

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 16, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was fantastic, the food was amazing, and we all had a great time.
  32. LesS

    Las Vegas

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on October 9, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great in every way! Again!
  33. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on September 12, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really enjoyed dinner with friends from Colorado. The burrata / tomato special was outstanding and wedge salad is beautiful and easily split by two people. The desserts are a must.
  34. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on September 12, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Hidden gem tucked away inside a tastefully repurposed historic hotel building. Attentive staff and delicious food.
  35. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 5, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service, scrumptious food, and a delightful setting.
  36. ALocalGal

    Montana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 4, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved it. It was quite expensive, but great for a very special occasion or once in awhile wonderful treat.
  37. JacquelineM

    Houston

    62 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    62 reviews

    Dined on August 21, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a pleasure!!!
  38. Rickie

    Atlanta Metro

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on August 14, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Our first visit to Second Set Bistro but won’t be our last. The food was excellent. Well prepared and presented. The service was great too!
  39. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on August 13, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Reserve NOW! The trout was excellent! Great food and service. So glad we found this jewel. And to our surprise, they had Sticky Toffee Pudding. OMG! Nothing better on the planet. Met the owner/chef and the bakery chef to thank them for their extreme talents.
  40. OpenTable Diner

    Montana

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 31, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and great service. Super accommodating to food sensitivities.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Second Set Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (406) 830-3233.

Second Set Bistro is rated 4.6 stars by 59 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Second Set Bistro

111 N Higgins Ave, Missoula, MT 59802

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Higgins Ave and Front St

  • Neighborhood

    Missoula

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Beer, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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