Bitterroot Bistro

4.9 ( 123 reviews )
Checking... 2:00 AM - 10:00 PM See Hours
$50–100
19 S Willson Ave, Bozeman, MT 59715, United States
+1 406-624-6009

If you're searching for a hidden gem in Bozeman, Bitterroot Bistro is a must-visit. Nestled at 19 S Willson Ave, this cozy American eatery is making waves with its exceptional culinary offerings. Diners rave about the expertly prepared trout, praised for its perfect seasoning and delightful pairings, such as caramelized onions and pine nuts. The wagyu burger and melt-in-your-mouth bison dish have also received high accolades, showcasing the bistro’s commitment to quality.

The ambiance is equally commendable, featuring lovely artwork that complements the intimate setting. Service is consistently highlighted, with attentive and knowledgeable staff who enhance the dining experience through engaging conversations about topics like regenerative agriculture. Overall, Bitterroot Bistro not only serves incredible food, but it also creates memorable moments that make patrons eager to return. Whether it’s a special occasion or a casual outing, this bistro promises to deliver culinary excellence that leaves a lasting impression.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • Does not have assistive hearing loop
  • From the business
    • Identifies as women-owned
  • Service options
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
  • Highlights
    • Has great beer selection
    • Serves great dessert
    • Has great wine list
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves food
    • Serves healthy options
    • Serves vegan dishes
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
    • LGBTQ+ friendly
    • Popular with tourists
    • Transgender safe space
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • High chairs available
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Paid multi-storey car park

Reviews For Bitterroot Bistro

Sara Keough
Jun 25,2025
Absolutely FABULOUS meal!! I had the trout and my fiance had the wagyu burger, both were cooked to perfection! For dessert we had the olive oil cake and it was heavenly! Kylee was our waitress and she was so sweet and very attentive, and we had great conversation with her regenerative agriculture in farming :) The ambiance and artwork were also really lovely. We can't wait to come back!!
Danielle Miller
May 14,2025
We had a wonderful dinner about two weeks ago. I had the trout and my husband had the chicken dish. The trout came with caramelized onions and pine nuts which I thought was unusual as I have always had trout with almonds. Come to find out that is a perfect pair. Both dishes were well cooked and seasoned perfectly, not to salty just the right amount to highlight the dishes natural flavor. Our waitress was great, fun, knowledgeable and detailed which is hard to find these days. This will be a definite addition to the list of places we can enjoy in Bozeman!
Deborah Lee
May 12,2025
We were in Bozeman for one night during a road trip. So very glad we found this place! We shared the blood orange salad. It was delicious. We each had the bison dinner and it was melt in your mouth tender and cooked to perfection. Then we concluded by sharing the citrus cake (more yummy blood orange touches). The service was impeccable. This dinner made my birthday on the road very special.
Chris Knudson
Apr 26,2025
A quiet little bistro located right off main street. The trout with sweet potato mash and pine nuts was divine! My pork chop was perfectly brined and grilled. The veggies were very tasty. We were celebrating our 40th anniversary, and we were not disappointed. Keep up the good work!
AZ Quintero
Apr 20,2025
Food is amazing! We traveled to Montana for spring break and wanted to try local trout dishes. We found this restaurant on Google Maps. We had trout dips with bread as well as trout main dish. They told us the trout was from Idaho, close enough!
Kristine Concepcion
Apr 20,2025
My siblings and I spent 3 days in Montana, and this is the best restaurant we’ve tried! It was also the only restaurant where we didn’t have any leftovers because everything was so good - as in scrape-the-plate good! The service was also great, we were taken care of by the very pretty Ana. The only thing I suggest to improve is the restroom lighting to make it brighter. :)
Matthew Latham
Apr 4,2025
This restaurant is incredible. The food, atmosphere, and service are top-notch. We ate here twice in our 4-day stay in Bozeman because we couldn’t get enough. Each dish is carefully hand crafted and the service could not have been more friendly. Highly recommend making a reservation, as this restaurant is sure to become Bozeman’s best.
C H
Mar 25,2025
I decided to come here for dinner, over a few places in town, and I was not disappointed. I had an amazing server, Haley, and Braden (sorry if I got your name wrong), and Matthew. Everyone treated me amazingly. From when I walked in, to when I left. Amazing service. I mentioned I was here for the tartar. He rang it before I even got my glass of wine because he listened to me. AND the tartar was absolutely incredible and perfect. Everyone was amazing, everything was delicious. I was originally going to heist for tartar but I’m so stoked I came here instead. (No disrespect on heist). Thank you, Haley, Braden, and Matthew! I really appreciate your customer service and friendliness. I will be back!!

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