Highlander Bar & Grill

Name: Highlander Bar & Grill
Address: 8445 Canyon Ferry Rd, Helena, MT, United States, 59602
Telephone: (406) 475-3229
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.3

4.3

73 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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Highlander Bar & Grille is just 20 minutes from downtown Helena located just off the shores of Canyon Ferry Lake at Norwegian Wood Ranch where we raise and serve Scottish Highlander cattle. It is a unique dining experience with outdoor dining in the summer months, a full bar and live music on the weekends. If you’re lucky, you can see our 950 pound "Pork-chop the Pig". This is a truly Montanan dining experience with great local color.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 7, 2022

10:30 p.m.

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(406) 475-3229

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
American, Steak
Hours of Operation
Dinner Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(406) 475-3229
Website
http://norwegianwoodgolf.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Amber Cassady
Private party facilities
Please contact us for more information. We have several outdoor locations to choose from!

Location
8445 Canyon Ferry Rd, Helena, MT 59602
Neighbourhood
Helena
Parking Details
Private Lot
Entertainment
Great local artists every Friday and Saturday night! Check Facebook every week!
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Highlander Beef ChiliUS$7.00
Homegrown Scottish highlander beef, seasonings, black beans, topped with cheddar, onions and sour cream.
Grilled Shrimp CocktailUS$12.00
Classic homemade cocktail sauce.
Grilled Highlander QuesadillaUS$10.00
Seasoned highlander beef, black beans, mixed cheeses served with sour cream and housemade salsa.
Crab CakesUS$13.00
A huge hit served with a special mango-jalapeño sauce, made with real crab.
Caprese BruschettaUS$12.00
Homegrown tomatoes and garden basil salsa, fresh mozzarella and grilled garlic crostini.
Steamed MusselsUS$13.00
Mussels served in a garlic white wine broth, served with grilled bread.
Big Norwegian Wood NachosUS$13.00
Tortilla chips piled high with our signature chili, mixed cheeses, homemade salsa, served with sour cream.

Burgers, Clubs & Salads

Burgers and clubs include choice of organic chips, homemade soup or green salad.

Garden SaladUS$6.00
Mixed greens with your choice of dressing: ranch, berry vinaigrette, soy ginger, blue cheese.
Green Chile BurgerUS$11.00
Fresh fire roasted green chilies and jack cheese.
Black and BleuUS$11.00
Apple smoked bacon and bleu cheese.
Caesar SaladUS$10.00
Romaine hearts, parmesan cheese, garlic croutons and homemade Caesar dressing.
- Served with Grilled ChickenUS$12.00
- Served with Grilled SalmonUS$14.00
Joe Bonner BurgerUS$11.00
Caramelized red onions, sautéed mushrooms and bleu cheese.
Salmon ClubUS$14.00
Grilled wild Alaskan salmon, apple smoked bacon, capers and mustard mayonnaise.
Oriental Chicken SaladUS$14.00
Grilled chicken, mixed greens, mandarin oranges, slivered almonds, crunchy noodles, served with a Thai vinaigrette dressing.
Avalanche BurgerUS$15.00
Double patty highlander cheese burger with apple smoked bacon.
- With ChiliUS$17.00
BLTUS$10.00
Traditional bacon, lettuce and tomato done right.
Highlander Cheese BurgerUS$10.00
Homegrown Scottish highlander beef and cheese.
Walleye BurgerUS$13.00
Our famous wild caught walleye with apple smoked bacon and homemade tartar sauce.
Chicken ClubUS$12.00
Grilled chicken, apple smoked bacon, Swiss cheese and mustard mayonnaise.

Entrées

Entrees include garden salad and fresh bread.

Blackened WalleyeUS$29.00
12oz walleye fillet with our house blackening spice, over seasoned rice, served with seasonal Norwegian Wood vegetables and homemade tartar sauce.
Filet MignonUS$30.00
9oz tenderloin with homemade sherry mushroom sauce, served with chef's choice of potato and seasonal Norwegian Wood vegetables.
St. Louis Style Baby Back RibsUS$26.00
Seasoned slow-baked ribs with homemade sauce, chef's choice of potato, and served with seasonal Norwegian Wood vegetables.
Filet Mignon and Gulf ShrimpUS$34.00
9oz tenderloin with sautéed mushrooms, topped with Maitré de butter, three grilled shrimp with garlic butter, Norwegian Wood vegetables, and chef's choice of potato.
Cajun Chicken Fettuccini AlfredoUS$26.00
Cubed grilled chicken breast over pasta tossed with sundried tomatoes and homemade alfredo sauce. Served with seasonal Norwegian Wood vegetables.
12oz. Rib Eye SteakUS$28.00
Corn fed, hormone free, USDA choice ribeye, smothered in caramelized onions, mushrooms, bleu cheese, served with chef's choice of potato, and seasonal Norwegian Wood vegetables.
Grilled Skewered ShrimpUS$27.00
Served with scampi dipping sauce, over seasoned rice, served with seasonal Norwegian Wood vegetables.
Frenched Lamb ChopsUS$28.00
Finest New Zealand lam served with homemade plum sauce, served with chef's choice of potato, and seasonal Norwegian Wood vegetables.

For the Kids

Hot dogUS$4.00
Disney chicken nuggetsUS$4.00
QuesadillaUS$4.00
Ice cream barsUS$3.00
Buttered noodlesUS$4.00
Kid's burgerUS$7.00

What 73 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3

4.3 based on all time ratings

4.4Food
4.3Service
4.3Ambience
4.1Value

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WendyM
Boise
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 25, 2022
overall5food5service3ambience4
Nice outside seating, food was great. I would recommend this place, I know I will go back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Dallas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service and ambiance! Highly recommend!
KV
KimV
Washington DC
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 22, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great as usual!
P
Pharmboy
Greensboro
30 reviews
vip
4.0
30 reviews
Dined on June 27, 2021
overall4food4service4ambience5
This restaurant is a little out of the way in Canyon Ferry (30 miles from downtown Helena) but was definitely worth the drive. It’s a family run restaurant and the family members are all delightful. Live entertainment was interactive with the audience. The food was very good. Definitely something a little different from your standard sit down fair.
V
Voyager
Montana
10 reviews
vip
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2021
overall4food4service4ambience5
Very nice setting. Unique bar and restaurant with wildlife all around. Wonderful live music, which is difficult to find and highly appreciated. Food was great, especially the selection of appetizers.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2021
overall4food4service4ambience5
Very nice for winter time dining, in sure much more so in summer.
LC
LisaC
Montana
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 5, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything is always excellent.
CW
CindyW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 29, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
We ate at the Highlander for the first time last Friday and wish we had gone there more often this summer. The ambience is great. There was live music at the perfect volume, and the band, called Just in Case, was a lot of fun. The food was excellent and we couldn't have asked for better service from Gloria. She made our night. In fact, we made reservations for this week before we left!
BH
BillH
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on August 9, 2020
overall1food1service1ambience1
We love the fun atmosphere of this place. Service is great and food is also great. Can't beat the Friday or Saturday live music.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on August 2, 2020
overall1food1service1ambience1
Tried to send a message about the poor service and no response. Steak cut was not what was advertised and insanely overpriced.
BJ
BJdaDJ
Las Vegas
91 reviews
vip
5.0
91 reviews
Dined on September 27, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
1st timer at the Highlander Bar & Grill, so didn't know what to expect. But read sum good reviews, so thought I'd give the place uh try. And it did not disappoint. Great scenery, great staff & great food. Going back next time I'm in the Helena area!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 25, 2019
overall4food5service5ambience4
We enjoyed the music by Jeremy and Adell Duo . Very talented folks however it was too loud to visit or hear each other at our table of four.
j
jeng
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on August 1, 2019
overall1food2service1ambience3
Ribeye over priced & over cooked. 3/4 cup of garlic mashed potatoes & 2 overcooked limp asparagus served with meal was not nearly enough nor appetizing. Served incorrect mixed drinks which I thought were just made with poor quality alcohol One free dessert offered for overcooked steak & incorrect mixed drinks. Servers seemed unorganized & a little too lackadaisical considering prices.
r
robh
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 22, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time there from Chicago would never expect a great restaurant in the middle of nowhere keep up the great work
KT
KarylT
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 29, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best place at the lake. Top quality food, beautiful presentation, relaxed atmosphere.
R
Rennie
Denver
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 29, 2019
overall4food5service3ambience4
The food was very good. While the waitress was very nice she barely came around for more drinks or water we were having to flag her down. Then the check was given to us without even asking if we wanted dessert or coffee. But overall it was very good and we'd go back.
RA
RonAndWendi
Montana
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 22, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was a great dining experience at a fun location with a genuinely friendly staff.
LS
LarryS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 8, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was excellent as was the service and I love the environment
GS
GerardS
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 28, 2019
overall4food5service3ambience5
Excellent,cozy,and intimate. I would recommend this place to all, but if I do, it will be exposing a well kept secret,and I don't want to spoil it by overcrowding it.
CA
ConnieA
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 24, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience5
Our experience was great. Food was lukewarm, not hot. Tasted good just not hot enough. Great service!!
OQ
OneQuickChick
Montana
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 10, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful food, terrific wine list. Great service. Our new "go to" place. Maybe we'll even learn to play golf!
B
Becky215
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 30, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love the people ,we have always enjoyed the place.will go again
KG
KarenG
New England
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on October 21, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
I had no idea what to expect once I arrived...I felt I was at someone ‘s home and in the wrong place so I called to make sure! I was and I was warmly welcomed in like I was invited to a friends house for dinner. I would be remiss if I didn’t mention the awesome though winding road past Shannon Lake to get here. I would never have discovered this lake if I hadn’t come here to dinner...and going home with sunset and the full moon...! Ok... back to the deer at dusk who came to eat crabapples...oh, yeah...the amazingly awesome food too! I believe the chefs name is Amber...I never did get the hostess/waitress/bartender/perhaps owner or managers name...she wore many hats and was extremely pleasant and personable! Special appetizer was 3 giant meatballs with a cognac cream sauce...never had anything like this before and it was great, a yummy salad included with dinner as well as some nice crunchy bread drizzled with balsamic and delicious butter and the main course was one of the best chicken Alfredo dishes I have had in ages with sun dried tomatoes! Enough for 3-4 meals!!
BP
BrettP
San Francisco
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on October 7, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
A big thanks to Management for two items. 1. Reduced noise volume with window treatments 2. Turned up the lights so I can see the menu and my guests. I will be back!
BE
BEAR
Montana
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 8, 2017
overall4food5service4ambience3
The food was excellent. The seating is quite close. (Small dining room)
OT
OpenTable Diner
Seattle
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 27, 2017
overall4food4service4ambience4
A little bit out of the way but worth the drive. Food and service was great and will go back again.
S
Sassey
Seattle
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
A wonderful find that I look forward to returning to. The food was fabulous and the chief and bartender an absolute delight to converse with. My journey here at times had me questioning the GPS. If you find yourself doing the same please trust it and make your way to this great restaurant!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Montana
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on August 23, 2017
overall2food2service5ambience3
I threw the chicken alfredo leftovers away.....and the shrimp that John had - had no flavor. We will not go back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Montana
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 4, 2017
overall4food4service4ambience3
Prompt service and fun atmosphere with a live band on the deck that moved inside when the wind started blowing to hard. A little harder to have a conversation when that happened, but at that point the food arrived and we dug in. Great 9 oz. filet (perfectly done) and appetizers were tasty. No room for dessert. Overall a great date night.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Montana
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on July 8, 2017
overall3food2service3ambience2
Was disappointed!! web site said closed until 5:00, hamburgers on menu on web site, but was told when seated, reasonable price food (hamburgers) is only during lunch, which DOES NOT have those hours or info on web site! Air conditioner apparently didn't work! So we ended up spending WAY to much $ for over priced food we did not want while sweating! Perhaps think about including food/price that the average family can afford because the place is a sweet Sunday drive.
JH
JessicaH
St. Louis
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 10, 2017
overall3food4service3ambience2
This place is small and rustic. It is on a golf course but has the feel of being on a farm because there are pigs and cows there. The atmosphere was more casual than I expected. I think it would be a good place to meet up with friends for a special occasion. The drive there is beautiful. It's a little pricey but the food was really good. Definitely recommend the cheesecake!
DJ
DJB51
Montana
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on May 27, 2017
overall2food2service2ambience2
Very loud, crappy band playing inside a very small space so we chose to eat outside. Our wait staff person complained several times to us about the dishwasher not showing up for his shift. Lots of confusion about our orders, and then meals arrived cold. There's potential for this to be a nice spot to dine, but they need to decide what they want to be....a place to drink and listen to local (loud & untalented) music, or a quiet, intimate destination for summer dining.
KT
KTTown
Tulsa
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on March 1, 2017
overall5food4service5ambience4
A large group of coworkers and I were in town for my 50th birthday and the folks at the Highlander really took care of us. We had great food, and the staff was fun, friendly and helpful. The space isn't large so except for one brave couple that had dinner that night, our 25 person group filled the space but the setting was beautiful and rustic. Everything I hoped for with full bar and a good selection of locally brewed beer.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Montana
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 31, 2016
overall5food5service5ambience5
The staff are awesome. Friendly and fun! Will definitely go back!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Montana
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 21, 2016
overall5food5service5ambience5
Took the family for my daughter's birthday. Food and service were excellent. Nice atmosphere, had a 2-man band playing, not too loud but loud enough to add a little energy. Overall great experience.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Montana
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 19, 2016
overall4food4service4ambience4
It was out first visit to the Highlander and we really enjoyed it. Caught them on a quiet Wednesday night for a friends dinner. Very comfortable, friendly service, good food and nice atmosphere - plus an enjoyable scenic drive from Helena. We'll be back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Montana
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 15, 2016
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a great time, and both service and food was excellent! All the staff was very friendly. A great place for any occasion.
RJ
RandJ
Montana
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 10, 2016
overall5food5service5ambience4
Went to listen to music and had heard the food was excellent. Very true! Music was very good and went for a walk by the creek and golf course. A lot of fun was had by all.
E
Eatoutalot
Montana
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2016
overall4food3service3ambience5
Our steak was over done but had good flavor. Our waitress was slow but she had Multiple large tables.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 5, 2016
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was fun and waiters and owner mingled with the diners.

FAQs

Highlander Bar & Grill offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (406) 475-3229.

Highlander Bar & Grill is rated 4.3 stars by 73 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 7, 2022

10:30 p.m.

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(406) 475-3229

8445 Canyon Ferry Rd, Helena, MT 59602

Additional information

Neighbourhood
Helena
Hours of Operation
Dinner Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
American, Steak
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Parking Details
Private Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive Chef
Amber Cassady
Entertainment
Great local artists every Friday and Saturday night! Check Facebook every week!
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://norwegianwoodgolf.com/
Phone number
(406) 475-3229
Private party facilities
Please contact us for more information. We have several outdoor locations to choose from!

Highlander Bar & Grill

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

Starters

Highlander Beef ChiliUS$7.00

Grilled Shrimp CocktailUS$12.00

Grilled Highlander QuesadillaUS$10.00

Crab CakesUS$13.00

Caprese BruschettaUS$12.00

Steamed MusselsUS$13.00

Big Norwegian Wood NachosUS$13.00

Burgers, Clubs & Salads

Garden SaladUS$6.00

Green Chile BurgerUS$11.00

Black and BleuUS$11.00

Caesar SaladUS$10.00

Joe Bonner BurgerUS$11.00

Salmon ClubUS$14.00

Oriental Chicken SaladUS$14.00

Avalanche BurgerUS$15.00

BLTUS$10.00

Highlander Cheese BurgerUS$10.00

Walleye BurgerUS$13.00

Chicken ClubUS$12.00

Entrées

Blackened WalleyeUS$29.00

Filet MignonUS$30.00

St. Louis Style Baby Back RibsUS$26.00

Filet Mignon and Gulf ShrimpUS$34.00

Cajun Chicken Fettuccini AlfredoUS$26.00

12oz. Rib Eye SteakUS$28.00

Grilled Skewered ShrimpUS$27.00

Frenched Lamb ChopsUS$28.00

For the Kids

Hot dogUS$4.00

Disney chicken nuggetsUS$4.00

QuesadillaUS$4.00

Ice cream barsUS$3.00

Buttered noodlesUS$4.00

Kid's burgerUS$7.00

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