The Mint Bar and Grill
downtown, Livingston
Restaurant in Livingston, United States
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
The Mint Bar and Grill on Livingston's Main Street is the go-to late-night option in a town where dinner hours end early. A classic Western bar-and-grill setup, it works for solo travelers, casual groups, and anyone coming off a long day in Paradise Valley or Yellowstone. Walk-ins are standard and the location is central.
About The Mint Bar and Grill
Who Should Book The Mint Bar and Grill
If you're in Livingston after dark and want a place that stays open when most of the town has called it a night, The Mint Bar and Grill at 102 N Main St is the address worth knowing. It earns its place for travelers who've spent the day exploring Paradise Valley or Yellowstone and want food and a drink without driving to Bozeman. For a late-night stop in a small Montana town, options thin out fast, and The Mint has a long-standing reputation as the place locals and visitors end up.
What to Expect
The Mint is a classic Western bar-and-grill setup: a room that works for a post-hike burger as readily as it does for a drink at the bar while you wait out a rainstorm. Livingston's dining scene is compact, and The Mint occupies a specific and practical niche within it — the kind of spot that handles the full range of the evening, from early dinner through late-night hours when the kitchen at more formal places has long since closed. For a food and travel enthusiast passing through, this is less about destination dining and more about a reliable, atmospheric stop that reflects the town's character honestly.
The Main Street location means it's walkable from the downtown strip of motels and hotels. Livingston has seen steady growth in visitors using it as a base for Yellowstone access, and that increased foot traffic has kept spots like The Mint relevant for travelers who want something grounded and local rather than tourist-facing. The bar side tends to draw a mixed crowd of regulars and new arrivals, which is often the most interesting room to be in a town this size.
For context on the broader eating and drinking scene here, see our full Livingston restaurants guide, our full Livingston bars guide, and our full Livingston hotels guide. If you're planning around wineries or regional experiences, our full Livingston wineries guide and our full Livingston experiences guide have you covered.
Know Before You Go
- Location
- 102 N Main St, Livingston, MT 59047
- Booking Difficulty
- Easy — walk-ins are the norm at a venue like this
- Leading For
- Late-night dining, post-activity meals, solo bar dining, casual groups
- Price Range
- Not confirmed, expect bar-and-grill pricing typical for small-town Montana
- Parking
- Street parking available on Main St
Planning details
- Location
- 102 N Main St, Livingston, MT 59047
- Website
- themintbarandgrill.com
- Phone
- +1 406 222 4759
The take
The Take
The Vibe
The Mint Bar and Grill reads like a downtown institution: low storefront, direct signage and a room that declares its purpose without ceremony. It leans into a classic bar-and-grill identity—unfussy, sturdy and unabashedly local—serving a mixed clientele of ranchers, anglers, railroad workers and artists. The writing conveys an unpretentious confidence: Montana sourcing, short supply chains and no-nonsense execution shape both the menu and the mood. Expect a relaxed, conversational space where substance matters more than style and where the surrounding landscape and working community keep the atmosphere authentic rather than performative.
Best For
This is a place for locals and visitors who favor honest, hearty food over formal dining. It suits casual hangouts, solo drop-ins and groups looking for straightforward portions—particularly after a day on the river or out on a ranch. The menu’s emphasis on grass-fed beef and substantial plates makes it an obvious pick for lunch and dinner, and the bar atmosphere supports conversation and easy-going evenings. Travelers heading to Yellowstone find a working-town authenticity here, and regulars treat it as a reliable, community-rooted spot for familiar food and drink.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the strengths that the copy highlights: burgers and steaks sourced from nearby ranches. Because the restaurant emphasizes short supply chains and Montana grass-fed beef, order one of the signature beef dishes to experience that local sourcing. Portions are described as substantial, so plan accordingly if you’re sharing. If you want context with your meal, ask staff where the beef comes from—sourcing is a stated point of pride and servers are likely to know the ranch connections that shape the menu.
Venue details
Ambiance
Fun, lively pub atmosphere with historic decor, live music, and festive events.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Comfort cooking
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Wine Program
- Standard
- Drinks Focus
- Craft beer, Cocktails
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly
Signature Dishes
- burgers
- steaks
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 102 N Main St, Livingston, MT 59047
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Le Bernardin, French, Seafood, $$$$
- Lazy Bear, Progressive American, Contemporary, $$$$
- Atomix, Modern Korean, Korean, $$$$
- Per Se, French, Contemporary, $$$$
- Masa, Sushi, Japanese, $$$$
Restaurant context
Comparing The Mint Bar and Grill directly to Le Bernardin, Atomix, or Lazy Bear is not a useful exercise, those are destination fine-dining venues in major cities, priced at $$$$ and requiring advance booking. The Mint is a walk-in bar and grill in a town of under 8,000 people. The comparison that matters is within Livingston itself.
Within Livingston's compact dining scene, The Mint fills the late-night and casual-drink niche that more food-forward local spots don't cover once their kitchens close. If your priority is the most ambitious cooking in town, look at what else is current in our Livingston restaurants guide. If you want a bar with history and a room that stays open, The Mint is the practical answer. For regional fine dining worth the detour, Frasca Food & Wine in Boulder or Single Thread Farm in Healdsburg represent a different category entirely.
The straightforward verdict: if you're staying in Livingston and want to eat or drink late without a drive, The Mint is the low-effort, high-reliability choice. If you're planning a special-occasion dinner and have flexibility to travel, the options at Blue Hill at Stone Barns or The Inn at Little Washington are in a different league, but that's not what The Mint is competing for.
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Compare The Mint Bar and Grill
| Venue | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|
| The Mint Bar and Grill | No published awards | , |
| Le Bernardin | 2026 Eater NY 38 Best Restaurants in New York City · #82026 North America's 50 Best Restaurants · #132026 New York Times Best Restaurants in New York City · #212026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #342026 Forbes 5-Star2026 La Liste Top RestaurantsAAA Diamonds Top 10 Restaurants 20262026 Wine Spectator Grand Award2026 Les Grandes Tables du Monde Members | $$$$ |
| Lazy Bear | 2026 San Francisco Chronicle Top 100 Bay Area Restaurants · #100Star Wine Lists 20262026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Highly Recommended2026 Wine Spectator Grand Award2026 Michelin 2 Stars2026 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 World's 50 North America's Best Restaurants · #252025 Robb Report 100 Greatest American Restaurants of the 21st Century · #852025 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #176 | $$$$ |
| Atomix | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #62026 New York Times Best Restaurants in New York City · #72026 North America's 50 Best Restaurants · #7Star Wine Lists 20262026 Les Grandes Tables du Monde Members2026 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 World's 50 North America's Best Restaurants · #12025 James Beard Awards · #12025 New York Times Best Restaurants in New York City · #2 | $$$$ |
| Per Se | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #292026 Forbes 5-Star2026 Relais Chateaux Restaurants2026 Wine Spectator Grand AwardAAA Diamonds Top 10 Restaurants 20262026 Les Grandes Tables du Monde Members2026 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 Robb Report 100 Greatest American Restaurants of the 21st Century · #102025 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #92 | $$$$ |
| Masa | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #922026 Forbes 5-Star2026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Recommended2026 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #672025 Robb Report 100 Greatest American Restaurants of the 21st Century · #862025 Michelin 2 Stars2025 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 Forbes 5-Star | $$$$ |
A quick look at how The Mint Bar and Grill measures up.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at The Mint Bar and Grill?
The Mint operates as a classic Western bar-and-grill, so lean toward the burger and straightforward bar food rather than expecting a broad menu. It's a post-hike, no-fuss setup at 102 N Main St — order what you'd order at a reliable neighborhood bar and you'll be fine. Specific menu details aren't confirmed, so arrive with flexible expectations rather than a target dish in mind.
Can The Mint Bar and Grill accommodate groups?
A Western bar-and-grill layout like The Mint's typically handles casual groups without much friction, making it a workable option for parties passing through Livingston. It's not a private-dining venue, so larger groups should expect a shared, open-floor setup rather than reserved sections. For a structured group dinner, you'll want to call ahead — phone details aren't confirmed publicly, so stopping in is the safer move.
Is The Mint Bar and Grill good for solo dining?
Yes — a bar-and-grill format like this is one of the more comfortable solo setups in any small Montana town. You can park at the bar, get a drink and a burger, and not feel out of place. If you're in Livingston on your own after most spots have closed, The Mint on N Main St is a practical choice over hunting for alternatives.
What are alternatives to The Mint Bar and Grill in Livingston?
Livingston's dining options are limited by its size, so The Mint fills a specific gap as a late-staying bar-and-grill on N Main St. For a sit-down dinner with more menu range, Livingston has a handful of independent restaurants downtown worth checking before your evening starts. The Mint is the fallback when those options are closed or full, not a destination you'd skip other spots to reach.
Is The Mint Bar and Grill good for a special occasion?
Not really the right fit. The Mint is a casual Western bar — it works for a low-key birthday drink or a celebratory round after a day on the river, but it's not set up for a milestone dinner. For anything that warrants a reservation and a real menu, look beyond Livingston or plan around one of the town's sit-down restaurants earlier in the evening.
