Craggy Range Bar & Grill | Glacier Dining

Liquor bottles line glass shelves inside a Glacier National Park restaurant bar, warmly lit and inviting.

Relaxed pub with a patio serving gastropub eats, specialty cocktails & craft beers.

Quick facts

Establishment Type: restaurant
Cuisine Type: mexican
sandwiches
Meals Served: Lunch
Dinner
Signature Dishes: Big Sky Nachos; Legendary burgers; Steelhead trout sandwich

What to order

Establishment Type: restaurant
Cuisine Type: mexican
sandwiches
Meals Served: Lunch
Dinner
Signature Dishes: Big Sky Nachos; Legendary burgers; Steelhead trout sandwich
Local Specialties: Montana goat cheese; Wheat Montana bread; huckleberry BBQ sauce; bison burger
Popular Items: Legendary burgers; Big Sky Nachos; Steelhead trout sandwich
Menu Recommendations: Big Sky Nachos and Steelhead trout sandwich; North Fork Wrap for vegetarians
Dietary Options: Vegetarian
Gluten-free

Prices & reservations

Price Range Symbols: $$
Price Specifics: Burgers $12-$15.50; Sandwiches $10-$14; Beef tenderloin meatloaf $20; Smoke Stack burger on gluten-free bun $24; Cocktails $8-$11.
Reservations Policy: Reserve Now is available on the website; walk-ins are common due to casual vibe.
Typical Wait Times: Walk-ins common; no published wait times.
Payment Methods: Credit Card
Cash

Hours & seating

Operating Hours: Monday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Happy Hour Times: Weekdays 3:30 pm–6:00 pm
Outdoor Seating: Yes
Parking Details: Downtown Whitefish parking includes free 2-hour on-street spots and 3-hour lots; downtown employee permits exist.
Accessibility: General accessibility exists; detailed specs not listed; family-friendly; full-service patio.

Visit strategy

Best For: Sports fans
Families with kids
Casual group dinners
Not Ideal For: Seekers of quiet, intimate dining
Service Type: Full table service
Service Speed: Casual pace; busier during sports events
Vibe: Energetic
Casual
Sports bar
Community gathering
Noise Level: Energetic atmosphere with 25 flat screens; lively during sporting events
Busiest Times: Sporting events and weekends
Best Visit Times: Weekdays 3:30-6 pm for happy hour; lighter crowds
Tips Advice: Weekday happy hour (3:30–6 pm) offers half-price drinks and apps.
Sit on the full-service patio to catch live music on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Takeout is available if you want to grab and go to the park.

More details

Takeout Available: 1
Delivery Available: 1
Delivery Details: Takeout and delivery available.
Dress Code: Casual (come as you are)
Beverage Program: Full bar with 16 craft beer taps, 31 wines, 16 bourbons, and legendary hand-crafted cocktails
Local Beers: 16 craft beer taps
House Made: House-made guacamole for Big Sky Nachos
Signature Cocktails: Legendary hand-crafted cocktails
Parking Available: 1
Family Friendly: 1
Family Friendly Notes: Kid-friendly with a dedicated KIDS menu; family casual dining
Age Restriction: All ages welcome.
Bar Seating: 1
Seasonal Rushes: Year-round busy; weekends and game days
Live Music: 1
Special Events: Live music on the patio, especially Mondays and Tuesdays.
Unique Attractions: Outdoor patio with a live music venue
Unique Factor: Patio stage with live music and Montana gastropub fare using local ingredients
Nearby Facilities: Downtown Whitefish amenities: free 2-hour on-street parking, 3-hour lots; nearby shops
Recent Updates: Renovation and menu update in June 2016 introducing gastropub fare
Best Time To Visit: Weekdays 3:30 pm–6 pm for happy hour; lighter crowds before/after peak sports events.
The Order Strategy: Skip the generic burger, get the Steelhead trout sandwich. For beer, order from the 16 craft taps.
The Vibe Check: It is loud.
The Crowd Factor: Arrive before 3:30 PM on weekdays to catch happy hour with lighter crowds. If you're chasing the patio, go early for a seat.
Eat Here If Skip If: EAT HERE IF: Sports fans and families seeking casual fare. SKIP IF: You want a quiet, upscale dinner.
Distance From Park: approximately 31 miles from park entrance
Review Summary: Craggy Range Bar & Grill is a popular, energetic community hub in downtown Whitefish. Dishes like Big Sky Nachos and the Steelhead trout sandwich stand out, paired with a robust gastropub menu and a patio that hosts live music. Expect a lively, sports-bar atmosphere with plenty of options to pair with beer or cocktails.