McAllister Inn, Steakhouse, Bar & BBQ - McAllister, Montana

Kayla M.

Was very excited to try out this place as it has been a very long time since I have been over to McAllister. The wine selection is hand picked by the owner- and he did a great job selecting them! We tried a few different things off the menu but will say my favorite was the Meatloaf!!!! I normally don’t like meatloaf (unless it’s my husbands!) but this meatloaf is a MUST HAVE… It is not your typical meatloaf! So many wonderful flavors and the texture is incredible. My other favorite was the fried green beans- so good! We also had a tenderloin cooked medium and it definitely did not even need a steak knife. So tender and juicy! Well worth the drive and will be back again to try the burnt ends!!! Thanks to all the staff who made it such a wonderful evening.

Zach P.

Stopped in on a whim. Thankfully they had seating for us. Service was a bit slow but seemed like they might have had newer staff.

Cost is definitely on the higher side. It was well worth it for the steak which was absolutely delicious. We got an array of different items so I’m rating them based on what we experienced. The five stars is primarily for the ribs and steak

Good: ribs, steak, onion rings, fries
Ok: fried okra, brisket
Not bad but not great: loaded Mac and cheese and the pulled pork. Pulled pork was a bit dry and the sausage on the Mac and cheese was a bit tough

For the price of the three meat sampler I’m still very satisfied with the overall quality of all the foods.

Jacob C.

We were the only people in line, & we were a few minutes early for our reservation. We waited 20' before we even saw a host--and then only after we walked through the restaurant and bar trying to find someone to help. After our server took our order, we waited 45' until my wife's salad was brought, and 60' until our meals were brought.

The restaurant was mostly empty (only a couple of other filled tables), and the kitchen appeared to be very well staffed. The food was decent (although the brisket texture was off); but the service was non-existent. Our server was friendly and kind, if inattentive. We'll definitely skip the restaurant when in town.

Lauri L.

We were here with family (8 of us). Luckily we went on a Friday so they had burnt ends…which they brought samples of to our table. Everyone loved the food—from meatloaf, to burnt ends, to their salads … everything was really delicious. Service was good and very friendly. Would highly recommend this place.

Taylor H.

Oh boy. This pains me. This restaurant used to be one of my absolute favorites. I would go once a year with family when we were visiting our cabin nearby. It was such an unexpected gem in a tiny MT town. Last Friday, my family and I were once again excited to eat here, only to leave a bit bewildered about how different it is.

We arrived as a party of six at 6:30, fully expecting to have to wait for a table. When we walked in, no one was even in sight, to the point where we wondered if they were actually closed. My husband ended up having to walk through the restaurant to the casino to ask to be seated. It was pretty much all downhill from there. I ordered a dirty martini, but it came out without olives(?) and just straight vodka-I had to ask for olives and some olive juice. Not a big deal though and easily remedied, except it just got worse.

The entire menu has changed under new ownership. They have a giant smoker out front and are really leaning into the BBQ. For that reason, four of us ordered the burnt ends, since they only serve them on Fridays and we figured that must mean they are good. Some of them were good-two out of four plates of burnt ends had a beautiful smoke ring, were tender, and had good flavor. The other two plates had meat that was so incredibly well done that it took me a solid 2-3 minutes to chew. We couldn’t pierce those pieces with a fork. The cornbread on two of our plates was literally black from being overcooked on the edges and they still sent them out. It took 45+ minutes for the side salads to come out. The potatoes Au gratin had a random slice of partially melted provolone cheese on top with no creaminess or cheese in the potatoes. The sweet potato fries were so greasy and unseasoned they could not be held without flopping over. Our meal took 2 hours, even though there was only one other table during our entire time, although a two top came in and walked out after not being served for several minutes. It’s such a bummer this place has turned into this.

Sal V.

Owner started fire or contracted arson?

Some fun facts: Temporary closed sign since Labor Day weekend, so many bad reviews since new owner purchase, then a suspicious fire that started in the attic.

I’m guessing arson by owner to try and collect that insurance money.

It’s all I hear around town including Bozeman too.

Also because the owner is too lazy to update, this business is closed.

Anson K.

Awesome food! We had fall off the bone ribs which comes with 3 sauces, pulled pork, brisket and bison ribs all was absolutely delicious. For the sides, we had mac and cheese, mashed potatoes with gravy, collard greens, cornbread and side salads. I do not know what they do to the mashed potatoes but I could eat a gallon of them! The staff was extremely friendly and welcoming. I will definitely be back!

Dean R.

Though I have had better, the food was good, but the portions did not match the price levels. I do not know if they were short staffed, but the service was extremely slow. I think that the one "server" that we saw and was servicing us was also lacking in efficiency and her ability to prioritize the order in which to do things. My drink was allowed to go empty and was only water.