The Cody Cattle Company | Yellowstone Dining

Live country band performs on stage at a Yellowstone National Park restaurant venue.

The Chuckwagon buffet bites back with texture: pulled pork stays tender, chicken remains juicy, brisket has solid chew. Sides crackle and glow: potatoes seasoned to the edge, beans cling to the spoon, mac and cheese stays gooey, cornbread crust hums with butter, salad stays crisp. Brownies arrive huge, loyalty to dessert is real, often with vanilla ice cream puddling beside it. The stage-show energy locks you in—this is wild Western dinner theater with value for families.

Quick facts

Meals Served: Dinner
Signature Dishes: All-you-can-eat Chuckwagon Dinner, steak add-on
Local Specialties: Western traditions with potential bison options; steak special order noted
Popular Items: Pulled pork, chicken, beef brisket, seasoned potatoes, brownies

What to order

Meals Served: Dinner
Signature Dishes: All-you-can-eat Chuckwagon Dinner, steak add-on
Local Specialties: Western traditions with potential bison options; steak special order noted
Popular Items: Pulled pork, chicken, beef brisket, seasoned potatoes, brownies
Menu Recommendations: Skip filler rounds; go for pulled pork and chicken; steak add-on if available; locals swear by the all-you-can-eat format
Dietary Options: Vegetarian options available (salad, cornbread, macaroni & cheese)

Prices & reservations

Price Specifics: Trifecta Ticket: Adults $60, Children $30; Daily Double Ticket: Adults $38, Children $19; Steak add-on: $12-$16
Reservations Policy: Reservations recommended; online or phone booking available
Typical Wait Times: Walk-ins possible but peak-season waits occur; online reservations reduce wait time
Payment Methods: Cash
Credit Card
Cash Only: 0

Hours & seating

Operating Hours: Doors 4:50–5:00 PM; Dinner 5:30–7:00 PM or 8:00 PM; Show 6:30–7:30 PM
Seasonal Hours: Open nightly late May to late September; 2025 closures: July 4, August 4, September 1, 8, 15, 22
Closed Days: None listed; operation is seasonal during the summer months
Happy Hour Times: Not listed
Outdoor Seating: Yes
Parking Details: On-site parking including spaces for large buses and RVs
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible seating available; routes to seating and restrooms are accessible; level entrances and wide aisles

Visit strategy

Best For: Families
Groups
Show-goers
Travelers
Not Ideal For: Quiet, intimate dinners; solo diners seeking a calm meal
Service Type: Buffet with table service for drinks and check-ins
Service Speed: Pace varies; buffet lines can lengthen during peak times; drinks served at tables
Vibe: Rustic Western
Family-friendly
Entertainment-driven
Lively
Noise Level: Moderate to loud during live show
View Type: Interior rustic Western design with wood walls and cowhide decorations
Busiest Times: Peak season nightly; groups frequent; reservations recommended
Best Visit Times: Late May–late September; book ahead for groups
Tips Advice: Book the Trifecta Ticket for best value.
Reserve online or by phone to secure seats.
Arrive early to get family-style seating with good stage visibility.

More details

Park Area: Yellowstone National Park (Cody, Wyoming vicinity)
Takeout Available: 0
Delivery Available: 0
Dress Code: Casual
Beverage Program: Cash bar with beer, wine, and cocktails; regional craft beers on tap; Buffalo Bill Bloody Mary
Local Beers: Regional craft beers on tap including IPAs and Amber ales
House Made: Buffalo Bill Bloody Mary made with local pickle vodka
Signature Cocktails: Buffalo Bill Bloody Mary
Tasting Flights: 0
Tours Available: 0
Bottle Sales: 0
Parking Available: 1
Dog Friendly Patio: 0
Wi-Fi Available: 0
Family Friendly: 1
Family Friendly Notes: Kid-friendly with a lively atmosphere; suitable for families, ear protection advised for very young children
Age Restriction: All ages
Bar Seating: 1
Seasonal Rushes: Peak season late May–late September; weekends busier
Live Music: Award-winning Ryan Martin and the Triple C Cowboys Band nightly
Special Events: Rodeo-style entertainment included with certain ticket packages
Has Gift Shop: 0
Unique Attractions: All-you-can-eat chuckwagon dinner with nightly cowboy show and rodeo elements
Unique Factor: Only spot in the Yellowstone/Cody area offering this all-you-can-eat chuckwagon + rodeo show combo
Nearby Facilities: On-site parking; Cody, WY vicinity; near Yellowstone park entrances
Recent Updates: Seasonal schedule; 2025 closing dates noted (Jul 4, Aug 4, Sep 1, 8, 15, 22)
Best Time To Visit: Open nightly late May through late September. Doors open around 4:50–5:00 PM; dinner runs 5:30–7:00 PM or 8:00 PM; show from 6:30–7:30 PM. Book in advance for groups.
The Order Strategy: Skip the buffet rounds, get All-you-can-eat Chuckwagon Dinner. For cocktails, order Buffalo Bill Bloody Mary.
The Vibe Check: Post-hike energy meets family-friendly arena; lively and loud with stage entertainment; not a laptop zone but great for groups
The Crowd Factor: Lines form near doors by 4:50–5:00 PM; arrive early for group seating; online reservation reduces risk of missing out
Eat Here If Skip If: EAT HERE IF: Families or groups wanting dinner+show+rodeo combo; SKIP IF: You want a quiet, intimate dining scene
Distance From Park: approximately 71 miles from park entrance
Review Summary: Texture notes: pulled pork tender, chicken juicy, potatoes seasoned well, brownies huge. No major complaints; overall vibe blends food, show, and value into a memorable, family-friendly experience.