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Boxcar Bistro, Missoula, MT

Boxcar Bistro

4.9
4.9
861 Reviews
$31 to $50
French

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for special occasions
Think, an array of traditional French cuisine with a beloved Montana twist.

Boxcar Bistro aims to excite and innovate on a daily basis, featuring an ever-rotating selection of unique or rare wines, captivating dinner specials, all of which are being offered in an ode to the classic, intimate dining ambiance of a railroad Dining Car; offering our diners a feel of "Going West" as many have experienced long before us!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, American
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (406) 551-4166
  • Website
    http://www.boxcarmissoula.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    No catering is available at this time.
  • Private party facilities
    Private events for up to 50 guests are possible, please email info@boxcarmissoula.com for details.
  • Location
    875 Wyoming St 101, Missoula, MT 59801-1787
  • Neighborhood
    Missoula
  • Cross street
    Wyoming St
  • Parking details
    Plenty of parking exists both on street, and in our parking lot. Please do not park in spots that are marked as "Reserved".
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • NYE Prix Fixe

    $150.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Join us for a special celebration of the New Year with a menu presented by Chef Rachel Philips and her team! Curated wine pairings, limited wines, and celebratory champagne available as well. Gratuity not included.

Menu

Charcutererie & Fromage

  • Seasonal Meat & Cheese Board$32.00

    served with pickled apples, whole grain mustard, cornichons, seasonal compote, marcona almonds, and turkish apricots

    • Three Meats

      rotating weekly

      • Three Cheese

        rotating weekly cow / sheep / goat

        Caviar

        served with blinis and créme fraiche

        • Petrossian Baika

          medium, fruity, and fresh pearls (lake baikal)

          • 30g$85.00

        • Petrossian Daurenki

          golden green pearls of briny butter (amur river)

          • 30g$105.00

        • Petrossian Sevruga

          bold, juicy, and nutty jade pearls (caspian sea)

          • 30g$125.00

        • Petrossian Beluga

          dark, buttery, and clean pearls (caspian sea)

          • 30g$205.00

        • Flight of Baika, Daurenki, Sevruga$175.00

          36g, Petrossian Beluga not available in flight

          Hors d'Oeuvre

          • Marinated Olives$9.00

            roasted peppers / tomatoes / rosemary

            • Duck Fat Frites$15.00

              herbed compound duck fat / foie powder / fines herbes / grana padano

              • Seared Foie Gras$16.00

                seasonal compote / crostini

                • Spiced Rabbit Leg$19.00

                  ras el hanout / chilled citrus cous cous salad / apricot marmalade

                  • Escargot$12.00

                    fennel / crispy garlic / rye bread

                    • Warm Raclette$10.00

                      seasonal compote / sourdough baguette

                      • French Onion Soup$13.00

                        comté / baguette

                        • Braised Beet Salad$10.00

                          mixed greens / braised beets / goat cheese / candied nuts / beet chips

                          Entrée

                          • Prises Fraîches en Papillote$28.00

                            Daily fresh fish / anise / fennel / pink pepper / haricot verts / holiday salad. Wine Pairing: 2021 Château Souchere "Les Rangs de Long" Anjou Blanc, Anjou, Loire Valley, France $17

                            • Pan Seared Prawns$41.00

                              Toasted hazelnut / honey crisp apple & celeriac purée / lemon asparagus bourbon honey and saffron beurre blanc / cabbage micro greens. Wine Pairing: 2017 Jermann Sauvignon Blanc, Venezia Giulia IGT, Friuli, Italy $15

                              • Collard Stuffed Chicken$29.00

                                Braised collard greens / smoked & pulled chicken feet / root vegetable purée / pan jus. Wine Pairing: NV Lovo "Colli Euganei For d'Arancio" Moscato Giallo DOCG, Veneto, Italy $15

                                • Duck Confit$32.00

                                  24 hour confit / dunkel braised onion cassoulet / pomegranate gastrique / crispy carrot. Wine Pairing: 2017 Domaine Meix Foulot "Les Veleys" 1er Cru Pinot Noir, Mercurey, Côtes Chalonnaise, France $18

                                  • Braised Wagyu Beef Cheeks$33.00

                                    Parsnip purée / winter vegetables / carrots / red wine demi glacé. Wine Pairing: 2020 Bertrand Galbrun "Amicale" Cabernet Franc, Bourgueil AOC, Loire Valley, France $13

                                    • Winter Ragout with Parisienne Gnocchi$22.00

                                      Forest mushrooms & fried chickpea ragout / kale / homemade gnocchi / toasted hazelnuts. Wine Pairing: 2020 Domaine les Gryphées "Morgon" Gamay Beaujolais AOC, Burgundy, France $14

                                      • Double Cut Kurobuta Pork Chop$36.00

                                        Apple cider brined kurobuta pork chop / fennel & onion soubise / pickled apple / pan sauce. Wine Pairing: 2018 Domaine Gour de Chaulé "Tradition" Grenache Blend, Gigondas, Côtes du Rhône, France $17

                                        • Steak Frites au Poivre$34.00

                                          10oz prime flat iron / sauce au poivre / herbed frites. Wine Pairing: 2019 Hourglass Estate "HGIII" Proprietary Red Blend, Napa Valley, California $25

                                          • Filet Mignon$46.00

                                            8oz center cut filet mignon / crispy herbed fingerlings / winter vegetables / cherry bordelaise. Wine Pairing: 2018 Adaptation by Odette Estate, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, California $39

                                            • Boxcar Wagyu Burger$19.00

                                              Roasted poblano / candied pancetta / fried shallots warm raclette / herbed frites. Wine Pairing: 2020 Ridge Vineyards "Three Valleys" Red Blend, Sonoma County, California $22

                                              Dessert

                                              • Beignet$9.00

                                                foie honey drizzle / cherry brandy compote / powdered sugar

                                                • Chocolate Torte$9.00

                                                  chantilly cream / raspberry coulis / fresh berries

                                                  • Pot de Crème$9.00

                                                    coffee custard / ganache / hazelnut biscotti / cocoa powder

                                                    Last updated: January 31, 2023

                                                    What 861 people are saying

                                                    Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                    4.9
                                                    4.9 based on recent ratings
                                                    • 4.9Food
                                                    • 4.9Service
                                                    • 4.8Ambience
                                                    • 4.6Value

                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                    Loved For

                                                    • Montana

                                                      Best Overall

                                                    • Montana

                                                      Best Food

                                                    • Montana

                                                      Best Service

                                                    • Montana

                                                      Best Ambiance

                                                    • Montana

                                                      Best Value

                                                    • Montana

                                                      Neighborhood gem

                                                    • Montana

                                                      Great for fine wines

                                                    • Montana

                                                      Romantic

                                                    Review summary

                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                    Boxcar Bistro in Missoula offers a cozy atmosphere with a stellar wine list and beautifully presented dishes. "Fantastic food and wine!" is a common sentiment, with highlights like scallops and sea bass. The service is often praised as "professional, personable, and absolutely impressive," making it a must-visit for special occasions.

                                                    861 Reviews

                                                    1. Lauren

                                                      San Francisco

                                                      1 review

                                                      5.0

                                                      1 review

                                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                      Duck Confit is delicious as is the raclette and the bread pudding. Extensive wine list. Nice atmosphere though a bit noisy at peak times

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                                                    2. Sheila

                                                      Montana

                                                      13 reviews

                                                      4.0

                                                      13 reviews

                                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                      2. Food 4
                                                      3. Service 4
                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                      Very consistent. Always a great meal and excellent service. Best in Missoula!

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                                                    3. Shawna

                                                      Alabama

                                                      21 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      21 reviews

                                                      Dined on November 28, 2024

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      What a special evening! We loved our food and such a great little place to celebrate! We will definitely return! Had great wine, meal and dessert!

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                                                    4. Brad

                                                      Dublin

                                                      13 reviews

                                                      3.0

                                                      13 reviews

                                                      Dined on November 28, 2024

                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                      2. Food 4
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 2
                                                      For the prices, the seating choices are poor and the lighting so dim we had to use our phone flashlights to read the menu. The quality of the food is generally excellent but it's not a place we go to more than once every couple of years. There must be some demand, though, since it's been busy whenever we've gone. Too high end to be one of our regular spots.

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                                                    5. David

                                                      Chicago

                                                      9 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      9 reviews

                                                      Dined on November 23, 2024

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Our server Jackie was awesome and made the evening so perfect. Food was excellent with beautiful presentations. Great wine choices too. And the cappuccino to end the evening was delicious. Thanks to the whole crew at Box Car that helped us celebrate our 33rd wedding anniversary.

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                                                    6. Kelly

                                                      San Diego

                                                      7 reviews

                                                      vip
                                                      4.0

                                                      7 reviews

                                                      Dined on November 22, 2024

                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                      2. Food 4
                                                      3. Service 4
                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                      The restaurant is beautiful and the staff is very efficient. The food was wonderful and arrived perfectly. Definitely will come back.

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                                                    7. Russ

                                                      Montana

                                                      2 reviews

                                                      4.0

                                                      2 reviews

                                                      Dined on November 22, 2024

                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                      2. Food 3
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Everything about our meal was quite good except the risotto was rather bland and the fois gras spread pudding was too salty . Service was excellent and timely. The beef cheeks were delicious, and the wine was well paired.

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                                                    8. Elizabeth

                                                      Seattle

                                                      3 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      3 reviews

                                                      Dined on November 21, 2024

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Cozy decor at this stylish bistro. Excellent wine list and everything we ordered was delicious: French onion soup, risotto, scallops and roasted chicken. Will definitely be back.

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                                                    9. William

                                                      Montana

                                                      1 review

                                                      5.0

                                                      1 review

                                                      Dined on November 15, 2024

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Always on point. This place won’t be everyone but that is the point. Just go. Enjoy.

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                                                    10. Dave

                                                      Montana

                                                      3 reviews

                                                      4.0

                                                      3 reviews

                                                      Dined on November 1, 2024

                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                      2. Food 4
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 3
                                                      We have a problem with our bill. We tipped $48 and have our copy of the receipt. However, the review from OpenTable showed the tip at $88. This is in error and we need to discuss the refund of the difference. Phyllis Mainwaring (406) 728-7631
                                                      Boxcar BistroResponded on November 5, 2024
                                                      Hi Phyllis, Sorry for our mixup there! Glad we could resolve this quickly, looking forward to your next visit. Thank you!

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                                                    FAQs

                                                    Boxcar Bistro is rated 4.9 stars by 861 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                    Make a reservation

                                                    2 people
                                                    7:00 PM
                                                    Booked 8 times today
                                                    Experiences are available.
                                                    Google Map for Boxcar Bistro

                                                    875 Wyoming St 101, Missoula, MT 59801-1787

                                                    Additional information

                                                    • Cross street
                                                      Wyoming St
                                                    • Neighborhood
                                                      Missoula
                                                    • Hours of operation
                                                      Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
                                                    • Price
                                                      $31 to $50
                                                    • Cuisines
                                                      French, American
                                                    • Dining style
                                                      Casual Dining
                                                    • Dress code
                                                      Casual Dress
                                                    • Parking details
                                                      Plenty of parking exists both on street, and in our parking lot. Please do not park in spots that are marked as "Reserved".
                                                    • Payment options
                                                      AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                    • Additional
                                                      Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                    • Website
                                                      http://www.boxcarmissoula.com/
                                                    • Phone number
                                                      (406) 551-4166
                                                    • Catering
                                                      No catering is available at this time.
                                                    • Private party facilities
                                                      Private events for up to 50 guests are possible, please email info@boxcarmissoula.com for details.
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