Need Help - hotels and restaurants in Bozeman

Ponycat · Post by **Ponycat** » Thu Sep 15, 2005 10:00 am

barechestcat wrote:Belgradebobcat,
You are probably as aware as I am about the problems centered around the city commission and construction in Bozeman. Heck, we can't even get approval of projects that meet zoning requirements much less change them to accommodate a hotel in that area of town. My lord what would the neighbors up there think of all of that extra traffic that would be generated?

If they cried about a grocery store up there I can only immagine what would happen if they proposed a hotel.

BobcatLionFan · Post by **BobcatLionFan** » Thu Sep 15, 2005 11:59 am

profisme wrote:Honestly, when it comes to Mexican food, the best place to sit down is Azteca Cantina. Santa Fe Red's is ok, the atmosphere is better, but the food isn't quite as good, in my opinion.

Mexican food in Montana??

Best to eat Mexican food only below the Arizona/New Mexico border extended East to Western Texas and West to Southern California

There is only Taco Bell and wanta be Mexicana food outside this area.

Stick with other types of food in Montana

profisme · Post by **profisme** » Thu Sep 15, 2005 12:05 pm

Sometimes you have a hankerin' for enchiladas or a burrito. Santa Fe Red's also has one heck of a margerita as well.

Platinumcat · Post by **Platinumcat** » Thu Sep 15, 2005 12:05 pm

bobcatlion fan,
So, is that to say that nowhere in the US can you find quality Chinese/Asian food?
The truth is we have at least one family in Bozeman with direct ties to Central America and produce great Mexican food (Guadalajara Restaurant).
Also, the Bamboo Garden in Bozeman is owned by a family who migrated here from China. The husband comes from a family of famous chefs in China and their food is fantastic!

BobcatLionFan · Post by **BobcatLionFan** » Thu Sep 15, 2005 12:06 pm

coachouert wrote:
You've got me curious about the Livingston Chop House, though. I'll try to make it over there the next time I'm in Montana.
When going to the Rib and Chop house, I always tell myself that I'm going to order something different but at the last second I balk and order a half rack of ribs.....honestly the best ribs I have ever had! I have also heard that Willow Creek has fantastic ribs too, it's about a 45 minute drive, but definiately worth it in the end!

Try the special Rib Eye or Filet and you will never have the ribs again (even though they are great).

BobcatLionFan · Post by **BobcatLionFan** » Thu Sep 15, 2005 12:14 pm

barechestcat wrote:bobcatlion fan,
So, is that to say that nowhere in the US can you find quality Chinese/Asian food?
The truth is we have at least one family in Bozeman with direct ties to Central America and produce great Mexican food (Guadalajara Restaurant).
Also, the Bamboo Garden in Bozeman is owned by a family who migrated here from China. The husband comes from a family of famous chefs in China and their food is fantastic!

Sorry, I haven't tried the Mexican Resturant indicated so I could be very wrong. It's just from multiple past experiences that with so many other good resturants for that area, I don't want to take the chance of finding a pearl amoung so many bad mexican resturants. I previous years, I've tried Mexican resturants from Tokyo to London and most places inbetween. Reason why I've narrowed my boundries on that type of resturants. You have a great chance of finding good mexican at most of the resturants in the TEXMEX area.

As for the Chinese food, didn't make a comment about that and will not. The Bamboo Garden is very good (been there multiple times) and should have made my list.

But if I was coming to Bozeman for just one weekend, I would go to the others first (Bar 3 for ribs Friday night on entering town, Pickel Barrel for a Brunch sub (Cheese Steak) prior to the game, Livingston for Dinner Sat night after the game (Rib Eye), Perkins for breakfast the next morning before leaving). Just call me stuck in a rut type guy I guess.

Ponycat · Post by **Ponycat** » Thu Sep 15, 2005 12:15 pm

profisme wrote:Sometimes you have a hankerin' for enchiladas or a burrito. Santa Fe Red's also has one heck of a margerita as well.

THis burrito is delicious but man it is filling.

Platinumcat · Post by **Platinumcat** » Thu Sep 15, 2005 12:19 pm

Bobcatlion fan,
Now that I agree with you on! Beef is a no brainer choice if it's an occasional trip to the area.

Speaking of which, I'm thinking about doing some bbq'in at the next home game. Stop by and we'll share a rib and a beer.

Platinumcat · Post by **Platinumcat** » Thu Sep 15, 2005 12:29 pm

While we're on the topic of food and if you get into the mood for pizza, my favorite place to go is Colombo's Pizza on the corner of 10th ave and college ave.
Mackenzie River Pizza is another great place. But, second in my books.

Post by **kmax** » Thu Sep 15, 2005 12:32 pm

barechestcat wrote:While we're on the topic of food and if you get into the mood for pizza, my favorite place to go is Colombo's Pizza on the corner of 10th ave and college ave.
Mackenzie River Pizza is another great place. But, second in my books.

Mmmmm. I agree. I haven't had a Colombo's Pizza in years, but it was always excellent.

Platinumcat · Post by **Platinumcat** » Thu Sep 15, 2005 12:44 pm

Going there for supper tomorrow night. Then, it's onto the Hawk homecoming game. Let's hope they finally notch one in the "w" column this weekend!

Post by **rtb** » Thu Sep 15, 2005 12:56 pm

I have to put in more opinion. Columbos is excellent!! That is a college pizza place if there ever was one!

Back to the best steak in Montana. I usually get the New York or Filet at Rib and Chop. I have been to many steak houses across the country(kind of a thing I have to try the "best" in each town) and I must say they Rib and Chop is one of the best steaks in the country. If you have any chance to go there, do it!!

With all the publicity they are getting here, they should become a sponsor!

grizzh8r · Post by **grizzh8r** » Thu Sep 15, 2005 12:58 pm

coachouert wrote:
You've got me curious about the Livingston Chop House, though. I'll try to make it over there the next time I'm in Montana.
When going to the Rib and Chop house, I always tell myself that I'm going to order something different but at the last second I balk and order a half rack of ribs.....honestly the best ribs I have ever had! I have also heard that Willow Creek has fantastic ribs too, it's about a 45 minute drive, but definiately worth it in the end!

I keep wondering why people keep saying that it is a 45 minute drive - It is only 21 miles from main street exit 309 in boz. to exit 330 in livingston, which at the speed limit is less than 20 minutes. From there it is only another 5 minutes (maybe) to the Rib and Chop House, Uncle Looie's, the Sport, Chathams Bar and Grill, etc.

I usually don't drive the speed limit (probably average 80 on the interstate), but I can get from my place (just off 19th & durston) to my parents place (12 miles south of livingston in paradise valley) in 40 minutes. Of course I take shortcuts to get around the construction on the interstate (frontage road).

I am saying this so that people who might want to go there for dinner won't decide not to because it might take too long/ too much gas. Round trip from bozeman to Livingston should take a MAXIMUM of 1 hour, and that is if you drive 65-70 the whole way.... I will reiterate - it is worth the drip for Dining in Ltown. Chathams is very good too (reservations needed) Just my $0.02.

EDIT:

The best cut of meat is by far the Rib Steak. Most marbling, most meat, and most tender. Plus the marrow in the bone flavors the rest of the meat, making it the most flavorful steak. Try a taste test w/ it and a T-bone (filet mingon) - absolutely no comparison IMHO.

"Oh Deuce, did you say steak? You got me all hot and isht." <--- one of the best quotes ever!

coachouert · Post by **coachouert** » Thu Sep 15, 2005 1:02 pm

grizzh8r wrote:
coachouert wrote:
You've got me curious about the Livingston Chop House, though. I'll try to make it over there the next time I'm in Montana.
When going to the Rib and Chop house, I always tell myself that I'm going to order something different but at the last second I balk and order a half rack of ribs.....honestly the best ribs I have ever had! I have also heard that Willow Creek has fantastic ribs too, it's about a 45 minute drive, but definiately worth it in the end!
I keep wondering why people keep saying that it is a 45 minute drive - It is only 21 miles from main street exit 309 in boz. to exit 330 in livingston, which at the speed limit is less than 20 minutes. From there it is only another 5 minutes (maybe) to the Rib and Chop House, Uncle Looie's, the Sport, Chathams Bar and Grill, etc.

I usually don't drive the speed limit (probably average 80 on the interstate), but I can get from my place (just off 19th & durston) to my parents place (12 miles south of livingston in paradise valley) in 40 minutes. Of course I take shortcuts to get around the construction on the interstate (frontage road).

I am saying this so that people who might want to go there for dinner won't decide not to because it might take too long/ too much gas. Round trip from bozeman to Livingston should take a MAXIMUM of 1 hour, and that is if you drive 65-70 the whole way.... I will reiterate - it is worth the drip for Dining in Ltown. Chathams is very good too (reservations needed) Just my $0.02.

I was talking about the drive to Willow Creek, that's about 45 minutes....the drive to livingston shouldn't take you 45 minutes...unless you are a fat lady on a mopehead.

grizzh8r · Post by **grizzh8r** » Thu Sep 15, 2005 1:06 pm

coachouert wrote:I was talking about the drive to Willow Creek, that's about 45 minutes....the drive to livingston shouldn't take you 45 minutes...unless you are a fat lady on a mopehead.

My Bad. However other posters have exaggerated the distance to Livingston, thought I would clarify.

Post by **SonomaCat** » Thu Sep 15, 2005 1:08 pm

It's a really, really bad idea to read this thread after missing breakfast and having a late lunch scheduled. Really bad....

coachouert · Post by **coachouert** » Thu Sep 15, 2005 1:10 pm

My Bad. However other posters have exaggerated the distance to Livingston, thought I would clarify.

No worries, I didn't clarify in the first place, so just as much my bad. I'll say one thing, I just got back from lunch at Columbo's and it was delish. Still second to Mac Riv, but hit the spot today. I was starving reading everyone's posts leading up to lunch too!!!

CelticCat · Post by **CelticCat** » Thu Sep 15, 2005 1:34 pm

Ponycat wrote:
profisme wrote:Sometimes you have a hankerin' for enchiladas or a burrito. Santa Fe Red's also has one heck of a margerita as well.
THis burrito is delicious but man it is filling.

*tosses burrito at Jack Black*

I rarely eat steak, but good lordy I want some steak right now!

Columbos - my favorite pizza bar none. Mack River in a distant second.

I've always felt Mexican was done pretty well up in Montana, for whatever reasons. We like our Mexican food and there are numerous resteraunts. I live in Phoenix so there is my basis for comparison.

Also, Daves Sushi is outstanding if I haven't mentioned it already.

Hell's Bells · Post by **Hell's Bells** » Thu Sep 15, 2005 1:52 pm

Bay Area Cat wrote:It's a really, really bad idea to read this thread after missing breakfast and having a late lunch scheduled. Really bad....

ditto..........only thing i have had to consume is coffee...a little jittery right now

BobcatLionFan · Post by **BobcatLionFan** » Thu Sep 15, 2005 4:41 pm

BobcatLionFan wrote: But if I was coming to Bozeman for just one weekend, I would go to the others first (Bar 3 for ribs Friday night on entering town, Pickel Barrel for a Brunch sub (Cheese Steak) prior to the game, Livingston for Dinner Sat night after the game (Rib Eye), Perkins for breakfast the next morning before leaving). Just call me stuck in a rut type guy I guess.

Oh, I left out that I would stay at the Wingate and have their FREE breakfast Saturday morning. Hotel quality is great, the food quality might not be as good, but the food price is reasonable.