At Boxcar Bistro, our Restaurant experience in Missoula, MT brings together fresh flavors, thoughtful service, and a space designed for comfort. Guests appreciate our 4.60 rating across 266 reviews, along with accessible facilities and standout great service and quality.
Our Specialties
Every dish tells a story. Explore our carefully curated menu featuring seasonal favorites and signature creations.
Our chef's signature creations featuring locally-sourced ingredients and innovative culinary techniques.
We partner with local farmers and suppliers to bring you the freshest seasonal ingredients every day.
Every plate is prepared with attention to detail, combining traditional recipes with modern presentation.
Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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A glimpse of our restaurant experience
Food & Drinks
Hear from our valued guests
Gorgeous, intimate restaurant with excellent service. I enjoy the variety on their menu and they purposely have gluten-free and vegetarian options. We've enjoyed our meal at every visit but yes, it is a pricy splurge.
I recommend here for date night. There aren’t many spots like this in Missoula so it was nice to find something that felt more upscale. We liked the sea bass dish the best.
This place is fantastic! Let's start with how quaint and private the setting is. I came with a group of 7 for my friend's birthday dinner, and was amazed by how small the restaurant was. Each table really gets an attentive server and the food is obviously cooked to order, and prepared well. Pictured are many of the meals, as we tried a lot of what was on the menu besides the caviar. The charcuterie plate was fresh and delicious, and for wine we had a quality syrah. The beef tartare was served with a soft decadent bread and had a great acidic flavor. The files was probably the table favorite, and was very rich with a wine demiglaze. The only thing I was slightly disappointed with was the Chimichurri Steak frites, which I believe would have been better with a sauce or reduction as a topper. The price point is normal for what you are getting, and I definitely recommend this place for a private party, setting, or quiet date night. I'm always happy to be invited to a hidden gem like this.
Best meal I had during my visit to Missoula. The steak frites were perfect, and the foie caramel sundae was ridiculously decadent. Great wine selection, too. Prices were a tad high for the area, but totally reasonable given the product and ambience.
First time here and it was pretty good! Boxcar has a beautiful interior, friendly and knowledgeable staff, and a weekly rotating menu. Easy to make reservations online and located in a new development near downtown Missoula. Super delicious food, really wish they had mocktails for those who don't drink beer/wine! We ordered the warm raclette, steelhead fish, and shrimp dishes. Seating and table were comfortable and we were able to have a fun date night! My only "complaint" would be that the music did not match the interior vibe, but it's not that big of a deal! We will definitely try Boxcar again!
Astounding delicious French inspired classic food in a modern yet historic part of Missoula! The atmosphere and decor is a modern yet sophisticated take on the dining cars from trains of yesteryear mixed with a rustic French feel. The staff members are extremely friendly and knowledgeable about the French inspired classic food and wine pairings that are offered. Definitely recommend a reservation as the restaurant fills up quickly. Dress either in casual or fancy attire depending on how you want enjoy your evening!
Food quality / price (value) rating: 10. The atmosphere is neo-classical, with chandeliers, textures and colors brought together by a talented designer. There is a cute outdoor seating area as well. One typically needs to make reservations well in advance for this restaurant for good reasons. The Chef, Rachel, is the main reason for this. She should be made a partner NOW to prevent losing her! Her extraordinary palate and artistic talent joins together to create a very rare and exceptional gastro-experience. We concluded our Montana vacation on the highest note possible by having our final dinner here. We started with the Fromage Board, a wonderful mix of rare and unusual cheeses, crackers, olives, nuts, seeds, pickles, honeycomb, jelly, dried apricots and figs, and a hot mustard. Incredible! For an entree, I had the Double Cut Pork Chop. The presentation was one of the most beautiful I've ever seen, one that would make any artist envious. The photo speaks for itself. It was the most tender pork I've ever had the pleasure of eating, so tender that the WEIGHT OF THE KNIFE WAS ENOUGH TO CUT IT - I am not kidding! The mixture of textures and flavors was a true Meistro's symphony. You must read the description on the menu, as I am not enough of a poet to properly enshrine it's splendor. The wife had the Herb Roasted Chicken, where again, one must read the description on the menu to appreciate the ingredients and their place in the universe. We split a Bread Pudding ala mode, where the vanilla ice cream was super high quality. A couple of cappuccinos and we were finally satiated. Our server, Jewel, was very attentive without being imposing, and made our visit everything it could be. They have a wine and beer license only, so have your martini beforehand. Check out the photos, and look no further for the best food experience you can have in Missoula.....and possibly Montana.
Perfect place for the perfect meal. I could not be more impressed. Love everything about it!
This place is exceptional. The atmosphere is an upscale casual. The day we went the front of house was handled by one man and he did a wonderful job. While many restaurants try to portray fine dining and fail, this place provides fine dining in a more relaxed atmosphere. The duck confit was delicious, juicy and tender. The beans are additively delicious. The veal is served with broccolini which is grilled and delicious. The veal shank was tender, tasty, and beautifully cooked. The mix of tomato, herbs, mushrooms and garlic provide a punchy flavour to help cut through the richness. The spiced bread pudding was my favorite of the two desserts my wife and I ordered. The caramel sauce it comes with is really good. The chocolate torte was dense and rich. It was good but I really think the bread pudding is the show stopper dessert-wise.
Beautiful interior and ambiance with low lighting, pleasant music, attentive service, and an elevated menu with plenty of variety in upscale cuisine options. The blackened prawns were buttery tender… cooked to perfection and paired with a lovely bright citrus-vinegar balancing out the savory flavors very nicely. The best way I can describe the flavor profile is “happy.” Beet and burrata salad was exquisite, again perfect flavor complements and balance. I would say beautiful plating and presentation across the board. A wonderful (light) dinner with ideal portions that leave you feeling perfectly satisfied. Highly recommend this restaurant for a more upscale dining experience with friends. And absolutely love this spot for a quiet, classy, romantic date night. It is impressive in all the ways you want a restaurant to impress you.
Common questions about Boxcar Bistro
Boxcar Bistro is located at 875 Wyoming St Ste 101, Missoula, MT 59801, United States, Missoula, MT, United States.
You can reach Boxcar Bistro by calling +1 406-551-4166.
Boxcar Bistro has a rating of 4.6 out of 5 based on 266 customer reviews.
Boxcar Bistro features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Boxcar Bistro features the following service options: Outdoor seating, Dine-in, Delivery.
Boxcar Bistro features the following highlights: Great beer selection, Great dessert, Great wine list, Serves local specialty.
Boxcar Bistro features the following popular for: Dinner, Solo dining.
Boxcar Bistro features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Coffee, Comfort food, Organic dishes, Small plates, Vegan options, Vegetarian options, Wine.
Boxcar Bistro features the following dining options: Dinner, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
Boxcar Bistro features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom.
Boxcar Bistro features the following atmosphere: Cozy, Romantic, Trendy, Upmarket.
Boxcar Bistro features the following crowd: Family friendly, Groups, LGBTQ+ friendly, Tourists.
Boxcar Bistro features the following planning: Dinner reservations recommended, Accepts reservations.
Boxcar Bistro features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards.
Boxcar Bistro features the following children: Good for kids, High chairs.
Boxcar Bistro features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, Plenty of parking.
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