The 10 Best Bars in Montana — 2026

We compared all 415 bars in Montana on the data that matters: services offered, posted hours, and how easy each one is to reach. No pay-to-play — this ranking comes straight from the listings data, updated October 2026.

#1 · Madison Crossing LoungeWest Yellowstone Lounge

Mon-Sun 5pm-9pm

(406) 646-7621 Website View listing

#2 · The Still RoomMissoula Live music

(406) 543-5678 Website View listing

#3 · The 5 Spot Bar & CasinoAbsarokee

(406) 328-9171 Website View listing

#4 · Josephine's Bar & KitchenCoram

(406) 300-4755 Website View listing

#5 · Antlers BarClyde Park

(406) 686-4634 Website View listing

#6 · Top HatMissoula Happy hourLive music

(406) 728-9865 Website View listing

#7 · Annie's Tap HouseGreat Falls

(406) 315-3185 Website View listing

#8 · Cambie Taphouse + CoffeeMissoula

(406) 317-1268 Website View listing

#9 · City BarGreat Falls

(406) 761-9432 Website View listing

#10 · Crystal BarBozeman Dive bar

(406) 587-2888 Website View listing

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How we rank: every listing earns points for listed services (saloon, dive bar, bar & grill, lounge, lgbtq+, tavern, karaoke, hookah, arcade, happy hour, live music, dog-friendly, beach, biker, country), posted hours, and working contact details. The ranking is recalculated with every data update.