IRON GRIZ: AMERICAN BISTRO, Missoula - Menu, Prices & Restaurant Reviews

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With scenic views over the University of Montana Golf Course, Iron Griz: American Bistro is a hidden gem that exemplifies true garden-to-table dining. Much of our produce is sourced directly from the vibrant Iron Griz Garden, ensuring that each dish not only tastes fresh but also supports sustainable practices. At Iron Griz: American Bistro, we offer a unique dining experience that evolves with the seasons. Enjoy the lush views of golfers teeing off in the summer from our patio or cozy up next to our fireplace as the landscape transforms into a snowy wonderland. In the winter months, guests can also enjoy the 3-mile groomed cross-country ski course just steps from the restaurant.

PRICE RANGE

$5.00 – $26.00

CUISINES

Contemporary

Special Diets

Vegetarian friendly

Meals

Lunch, Dinner, Drinks

FEATURES

Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Free off-street parking, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service

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GulfBlue

Denver68 contributions

Great food and fun atmosphere

Feb 2021 • none

Outside enclosed dining was available and people seemed to be enjoying themselves. The staff was courteous and wonderfully respectful of masks and social distancing. Food was excellent. My wife ordered the soft shell crab that was, unfortunately, a bit on the small size. I would definitely go there again.

Written February 16, 2021

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Lisa M

Missoula796 contributions

Delicious and locally/student sourced

Aug 2021 • none

Food here is fabulous. The fried okra is like crack. Staff is marvelous and you know the food is fresh because the plants come from a student-run garden across the parking lot. A wonderful place for a casual, fun southern dinner.

Written July 27, 2022

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Cristina F

Missoula1 contribution

don't order the pickled pig salad if you don't like vinegar

Sep 2023 • friends

I was looking forward to trying out this place and the okra and service were good, but the pickled pig salad was horrible, and left us hungry. Each bite tasted like vinegar, just awful. I would have told them to hold the vinegar if I had known. I like pickles but dang that was potent. Lots of fried food and sandwiches. But I appreciate their garden-to-table offerings (there is a large garden in the front of the restaurant they utilize) I'll go again (which is why I gave it a four-star) just thought I'd warn new customers about that particular salad. I guess I got my probiotics for a week. I would have preferred to taste those fresh vegetables without the vinegar. Also the "pig" was small tidbits of bacon you could barely find or see.

Written September 17, 2023

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TRVLFRK1

Helena23 contributions

Love this place!!

Jun 2024 • friends

First, the wait staff is great! I've been here many times, and every waitress/ waiter has been obituaries, conscientious, and friendly. I usually order the blackened chicken salad at lunch because it is ALWAYS delicious. Recently, a friend didn't want blackened chicken, and they had no problem grilling the chicken. She loved it! I've had the shrimp and grits for dinner, and they were excellent as well. Another friend said they had the best cheeseburger and fries! I don't think you can go wrong by going here. The patio is delightful when it is warm and the inside is great anytime.

Written June 10, 2024

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Louise833

Durham417 contributions

Freshest Salad Ever

Jul 2024 • couples

What a wonderful meal! When we flew into Missoula from the east coast we were ready for a very late lunch. Someone at the airport recommended Iron Grizz and without any other info we went there. It is right on the U of Montana’s golf course, and they have an adjacent garden where they raise the produce used on the menu. That said, the Corn and Melon Salad was outstanding! The lettuce was so fresh it must have been picked after we placed our order. All of the other dishes we had were also delicious. As it is we a beautiful day, we sat outside overlooking the golf course and all the hours of air travel melted away. Highly recommend.

Written July 6, 2024

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Forrest L

Great Falls111 contributions

Hidden spot with excellent outdoor seating

May 2024 • couples

A very nice anniversary dinner here. An eclectic menu,nice plating, and friendly service from Mason. The dip trio with pita was excellent but had to get more pita to finish it. Entrées were perfect!

Written May 3, 2024

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TravelRockies

70 contributions

One of Missoula's best kept secrets...

Dec 2019 • none

Very friendly and cozy place out of the way of normal businesses, but well worth finding. At the edge of Mount Sentinel and the University Golf Course. The menu changes seasonally and is always fantastic, with numerous locally harvested options. The prices are very good for this type of intimate setting and chef-prepared food. Patio seating available in the summer. Very good wine and beer choices, many local. Great desserts too. Great place for conversation or a date. We have always had outstanding and friendly service. Pick a table near the fireplace in the winter, since there seems to be cold drafts when the door is opened.

Written December 19, 2019

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traveling4mee

28 contributions

Booked thru Harvest Host

Aug 2019 • family

Overbooked had to wait for spot (over 4 hrs!) because of over booking. It happens... Ate dinner in the golf course restaurant “The Griz”. My husband had an Iron Griz burger which had a large piece of the plastic wrapper in it . The waitress said it was egg white(?). Isn’t egg white chewable? Did not even get a discount for the foreign object! Mussels were great! Kid friendly.

Written August 16, 2019

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Trek08313069784

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Amanda is incredible!!!!!!!!!!!

Jun 2019 • solo

The manager is really special. She is really smart and great to talk to. (Especially about 70's, 80's rock........)

Written June 25, 2019

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wahinetraveler06

Missoula174 contributions

Such a gem!

Dec 2017 • friends

This is a real treasure in a super setting over looking the golf course. The menu does change at least quarterly. Super food in a casual setting. Super evenings of wine, beer, or cider tastings. Lunch or dinner is great with good choices from burgers to full entrees. Summer seating can be in air con or outside on patio. Deer are a sometimes visitor to the fairways and mountains are in the back ground. This is often a quiet lunch or dinner place or it could be busy. Special tasting and events often are hosted and can be found on their website. Summer fare includes food grown in the adjacent university gardens. Food is very well prepared and served. Management is excellent. Wine selection is very good. Reasonable.

Written January 23, 2018

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S M

14 contributions

A nice surprise!

Jan 2018 • family

We finally tried the Iron Griz and were plesantly surprised. The food was tasty. The menu choices fun and interesting. Most made with locally sourced ingredients. There was a fire burning in the fire place. The tables are generously spaced. The decor simple and inviting. There are TV's arons the room which can be distracting. I imagine during warmer months the back doors are open with patio seating and views of the golf course and the mountians beyond. Looking forward to our next trip.

Written January 21, 2018

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wahinetraveler06

Missoula174 contributions

Great views, food and service

Aug 2017 • family

This is my favorite lunch spot. Dinners and wine tastings are also offered and provide excellent food selections using local ingredients at reasonable prices. Great views of south hills, golf course and for the lucky, wildlife. Outside seating available in summer. Menu changes fairly frequently both to correspond to local available food and for variety. Quality of dishes is excellent whether choosing a burger or something more gourmet. Great value for dinner or lunch.

Written August 16, 2017

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dakrakers

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Dakrakers

Sep 2016 • couples

We felt the food was top-notch. Had the sockeye salmon and zucchini appetizer. Definitely something worth coming back for. We're from Wisconsin and definitely was worth the find. Adjacent to a golf course which makes a wonderful view from our table of the Butte.

Written September 13, 2016

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Linda W

Firestone33 contributions

Surprisingly good

Jul 2016 • none

This is a neat little gem, not fancy at all, but run by U of MT students with flavors harvested from their own university restaurant garden. We were pleasantly surprised by some upscale flavors and cooking techniques at a moderate price. We also had good, friendly service.

Written September 12, 2016

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Grizingraz

Missoula368 contributions

Live vibe, great food and local, local, local.

Aug 2016 • couples

We really enjoyed our first visit to the Iron Griz. The atmosphere is lively, as it is a gathering place for some golfers as they finish up their rounds; definitely casual, with glass topped tables and plastic glasses (with magnets in them) for beer. (We are guessing that's to keep them from tipping on golf carts?). The service was attentive and prompt. By far,the star of the show is the food. There are a good variety of starters, sides and entrees on the menu and a decent selection of brews, many of which are local. We enjoyed burgers, salad and fries -done to perfection. Because this restaurant commits to serving food as locally sourced as possible, (The University of Montana joined the "farm to college" and grows a LOT of its served food) you feel doubly good about eating there! Win-win! The views off the patio are lovely-Mt.Sentinel to the East and some nice greens to the south. The view in front of the restaurant are the extensive gardens, which, when we dined, featured tomatoes and kale. Highly recommend!

Written August 22, 2016

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