Yellowstone Valley Grill

Beautiful view. Exceptional service. Exquisite meal. I am absolutely floored by the quality and flavor of our meals. Party of four ordered artichoke appetizer cooked absolutely perfectly. Delicious butter lemon Parmesan sauce. We also had baked Brie and a beet salad. For main course we had steak frite halibut scallops and walleye we had cheesecake and the most perfect fresh mint ice cream I have ever had. I tasted everything and would eat it all again. fresh ingredients that were prepared wonderfully. I cannot rave enough about our experience. Our server Michelle was so helpful and attentive and I will definitely go again.

My wife and made a return after 3 years and came back to another amazing meal. They have had 2-3 chefs in their interim but continue to push out a great product. Shannon was our server and she made the night with her authentic self. The service from start to finish was amazing. We split the caesar salad and chilled crab to start . Both were great but the crab stole the show. For entree we split the lobster pasta. Very unique dish; tasteful and rich. This is a must-go for anyone who enjoys gourmet food & visiting or living in Livingston or the Paradise Valley. We look forward to our return!

We had high hopes for Yellowstone Valley Grill after attending a wedding in October 2023, where the food was absolutely top-notch. Returning in September 2024, we were a bit disappointed with the experience, especially considering the high price point versus what we received. While our main dishes were yummy, the veggie sides were cold and undercooked, which was a letdown. However, the spectacular views and friendly staff still made for an enjoyable visit.

We had a wonderful meal at the Yellowstone Valley Grill. Although we didn’t have reservations the busy staff was very friendly and accommodating, especially Morgan and Shannon. The meal was definitely worth the wait, plus the view from the restaurant is gorgeous. My wife had the lobster dish and devoured it all and she I’d usually a light eater. My halibut was delicious! I highly recommend!!

Our dinner last night was outstanding. There were four of us and we each had something different. My husband had the lobster pasta and ate every last bite. I opted for a house salad which was fresh and delicious. For my entree I enjoyed the vegetarian squash dish. Also delicious. Our teenage grands enjoyed a bison tenderloin and the filet. They were both happy! We appreciated the 16th birthday dessert and our fabulous servers!!! The views are breathtaking. Great well-chosen wine list! I highly recommend this spot!!!

Clean ground, absolutely breath taking views. Staff is very accommodating to your needs. Good is outstanding. The breakfast chefs' smiles and welcoming personality were the greatest ways to start our day. Will definitely visit again, and hopefully stay longer!!

This restaurant gem off the beaten path is a must-go for anyone visiting or living in Livingston or the Paradise Valley. The gourmet food was incredible, we had three courses and from start to finish, each was spot on and perfectly executed. The 8oz tenderloin with green peppercorn brandy sauce was hands down the best tenderloin I've had in Montana in over 10 years, the flavor and quality of the meat was exceptional, you could literally cut it with a butter knife. The service was great, and the hospitality of the Executive Chef taking time to visit every table was a personalized touch. The ambiance is breathtaking, with views of the mountains and the Yellowstone river makes this restaurant unmatched in the area. We will be back again, and again!

Great food, service, and drinks. The menu has something for everyone and it’s very composed and well executed. Also the wine list, especially by the glass, is very good. You can't beat the views of the Yellowstone river and backdrop of the Mountains. This place checks off all the marks for a wonderful dining experience.

Went on Mother's Day; needed reservations which I made a week early. Prime rib was the best ever! Highly recommend! The stuffed acorn squash was spot on. Beautiful setting.

Early Birthday dinner here with friends and it was delish! The views, ambiance and service were outstanding! I had the macadamia crusted walleye and it was very good. My son had a ribeye that he took two bites of as it was a little too fatty but that's the risk you always take with ribeye. It's definitely worth the drive to experience this place. They have a great beer and wine selection and the views...oh the views!

First, I love the staff here. They are professional, helpful and down to earth. Especially Lisa, the morning chef and Chris, our evening server. I didn't catch her name , but the server who is also the farmer who provided much of the fresh veggies, is a hoot! Now, the food and venue. This is a lodge and the dining room is small, mostly to support the patrons staying there. But it overlooks their property along the river. Beautiful. For a small fee paid in the office, you can join them for their breakfast buffet. Lisa made the most incredible cardamom rose doughnuts! I chose fluffy pancakes and their maple sausage. So good! After chatting with Lisa, we knew we had to come back for dinner. Theirs is a 5-star menu, snd one of the few where I could eat anything and be happy. We decided to try a lot of things on the appetizer menu. Chris said the chef is a wizard with soups and todays special was a cold asparagus soup. It was my favorite part of the meal! It was whipped to almost a pudding consistency - I know that sounds strange, but trust me, it was heaven! We tried the shaved beets with toast- the vinaigrette with pine nuts and cheese was so good! I had to try the mushroom pasta - I've never had such meaty mushrooms and I loved the variety they used. My husband had the fries, the duck tacos, and the trout appetizer. Yes, that was a lot! Then we ended with the green apple cobbler. The only item we might not try again was the trout- it was a little too bready for us. But dang - we were delighted overall. And they have a wonderful wine list. Sitting outside by the fire pit was a delight.

Everything was absolutely amazing from the staff, the delicious meal, wine menu and breathtaking views! Such a gem!! We stayed in the perfect cabin on the river!! Will definitely be a guest again before we leave Montana!

Celebrated our anniversary dinner and it was wonderful, warm greeting upon arrival , asked if we were celebrating we said yes. Our server Sage surprised us with glasses of bubbly and said follow me. She took great photos of us to capture the moment. Food was excellent! We ordered a course from every section per chefs recommendation and we are glad we did. Food was farm to fork and everything was so fresh and creative in in flavor and presentation.

Amazing!!! We stayed in the cabins and went in for dinner (twice it was so good) Small town with not too many dining options but being a self acclaimed foodie from San Diego this is better than most! Must Try! Great service as well.

Great food, service, and drinks. The menu has something for everyone and it's very composed and well executed. Also the wine list, especially by the glass, is very good. You can't beat the views of the Yellowstone river and backdrop of the Mountains. This place checks off all the marks for a wonderful dining experience.

fabulous food, beautiful views, fantastic service. We tried the elk back strap, walleye, and lobster cannelloni and all were delicious.

To quality food! Amazing montana cuisine! Everything we had was top notch! Definitely a must stop for elegant and delicious food. Our waitress blake was super sweet and informative of the food and of activities to do while in Montana. We love it here, definitely coming back.

So disappointed. Our meal was shockingly awful. We look forward to special dinners here every summer as we enjoy a month or two in the valley. It has always been wonderful gourmet food. Last night there were no fruit or vegetable options. We had the trout appetizer. Big mountain of bread with a few bites of trout in sauce spread on top. Unable to cut it with the table knife. Very strange. Then the thin sliced beet choice. Beautiful but hard beets with vinaigrette and very scanty goat cheese... and more bread, toasted thin baguette slices were good. Hmm... The Delmonico steak...with too much blue cheese....small chunk of presumably beef, sliced and laying on the mashed potatoes. Not medium-med well...raw in the middle and tough. We ate two end bites and called it quits. We had planned on getting dessert but...we really hadn't even had dinner... I asked if there was a new chef. The waitress said yes. She took the uneaten plate back, We just got our check and left. She didn't charge us for the terrible entree. Very lovely setting on the river with mountains but...won't go back. So sad...

Really bad. Limited menu. Badly presented. Will go back when there is a new chef and someone else as the Guinea pig

We are from Chicago and were staying in Livingston, MT when we stumbled upon this gem. We actually went there on our last day, and we wished we had gone sooner...so we could have eaten there again! This is a 5-star restaurant that not only serves the most delicious, and creative combination of flavors of food, but the staff is 5-star too. We were greeted by Dani, the restaurant manager, and wife of the executive chef. She was such a delight and even joined us and chatted after all the other guests had left. Our waitress, Hannah, was excellent and with the way she described the food, I thought she was culinary trained! Then we had a special treat when Bobby came out from the kitchen to greet us and told us about their journey to MT. Robert "Bobby" Thoits is a brilliant gourmet chef with a passion for creating memorable and delicious dishes! They are Michelin Star worthy!!!

I cannot believe I did not find a listing for this restaurant here. This is one of the most amazing restaurants I have ever been to. The food is fantastic, the ambiance amazing and the menu is truly something to be seen. Not what I expected to find in a Lodge in Montana. Fine dining, amazing tastes, great service, and what a view!

My favorite restaurant in Park County, and some other counties, too! I've never had a bad meal here, and I'm excited to eat here every time. The wine menu is extensive, the meals prepared expertly, and the service is top notch. Great place.

We loyal locals yearn for the amazing and imaginative cuisine from Marcos and Sari which ended in 2021 at the YVG. The new team tried (we went three times) but haven't measured up at all. So we stopped going and didn't return. A real pity, too.

There are great places to eat in our valley. This is, sadly not one of them. Poorly prepared food. Overcooked fish and mediocre chicken. Still a beautiful setting but not worth the money. Look elsewhere friends! Note: Many of the very positive reviews are not from this summer, when a new chef took over the kitchen.

We are a Seattle family working from home during the pandemic. We rented a place in Emigrant for two weeks. We stumbled across this restaurant. We keep going back again and again for the take out. I can't get enough of their rib eye and my wife craves the lamb shank. Two big thumbs up for those old enough to know the cultural reference.

I want to give this restaurant more stars! We stayed in Pray for two nights in September. First night we did a take out order as we didn't think they had indoor dining, they DO! (on the patio) and the second night we had a reservation at the restaurant. It is a small menu with unique food options and being in a group of 4 we tried EVERYTHING (I'm not kidding) on the menu and it was delicious! Marco the Chief does magic in that kitchen. From fresh raw sashimi to lamp chops to bison steak everything was just perfection! If you want to indulge your taste buds this is the place to be! YUM!

We enjoyed a beautifully presented and absolutely delicious meal last night! The food is locally sourced and creatively prepared and delivered. Our waitress Sage was delightful. She was knowledgeable and an excellent source of information when deciding what to order. The food was incredibly flavorful and interesting. Make a reservation and enjoy an incredible meal! I will be back!

The food is delicious and the view can't be beat! The new menu options are impressive!

We ate here today, June 15 2022. We have been to this restaurant many times in the past few years with great success. This was by far the worst meal I have had in my lifetime. Menu on website listed a ribeye steak at $48, but the updated one provided tonight had it listed as $71. 12 oz ribeye had more than half as fat and gristle. We complained and no effort was made to compensate for the terrible meal nor any apologies. I do NOT recommend this restaurant any longer.

The absolute worst place I have ever been. They treated me and my family like we were nothing. The wait staff has a terrible attitude and would not allow us to even sit at a table because he was just ready to go. Told me I was not welcome there. Blows my mind.