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    MacKenzie River Pizza Co.

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    428 reviews
    #20 of 59 Restaurants in Whitefish
    $$ - $$$, Italian, American, Bar
    9 Central Ave, Whitefish, MT 59937-2546
    +1 406-862-6601
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    4.0 428 reviews
    #20 of 59 Restaurants in Whitefish, Montana
    Certificate of Excellence2016 - 2017 Winner
    RATINGS
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    Location and contact

    9 Central Ave, Whitefish, MT 59937-2546
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    +1 406-862-6601

    Menu

    STARTERS
    $5.0
    Lodgepoles
    Fresh-baked bread with olive oil, garlic & mozzarella. Served with marinara
    $7.75
    Hummus Platter
    Roasted red pepper hummus & roasted garlic hummus served with pepperoncinis, Kalamata olives, cucumber slices, feta & warm pita triangles
    $9.0
    Chorizo Meatball Skillet
    Spicy chorizo meatballs baked in hearty ranchero sauce, topped with avocado sour cream, queso fresco & cilantro
    $8.0
    Jalapeño Popper Dip
    Oven-baked 3-cheese dip with fresh jalapeños, bacon & a crispy breadcrumb topping. Served with blue tortilla chips
    $7.0
    Rollino
    Pepperoni, basil & mozzarella rolled into a golden crust. Served with a side of marinara
    $9.75
    Wings
    Your choice of spicy Buffalo, honey BBQ or Thai peanut (cal - Buffalo 1570 / BBQ 1790 / Thai 1690)
    $8.5
    Artichoke Dip
    Oven-baked blend of pesto & cream cheese, artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers & fresh basil. Served with blue tortilla chips
    $12.0
    Cowboy Nachos
    Blue tortilla chips, jack & cheddar cheeses, black olives, tomatoes, black beans, scallions & jalapeños, drizzled with green chili sour cream. Served with fresh guacamole & house salsa
    PASTAS
    Served with a house-baked breadstick (cal 120)
    $11.0
    Baked Chicken Alfredo
    Penne, alfredo sauce, chicken, roasted zucchini & basil-ricotta, topped with mozzarella then baked to perfection
    $10.5
    Buffalo Mack n' Cheese
    Fajita chicken, bleu cheese crumbles & penne in a classic cheese sauce topped with breadcrumbs & spicy Buffalo sauce
    $11.0
    Baked Ziti
    Spicy Italian sausage, velvety blush sauce, basil-ricotta & penne, topped with mozzarella & parmesan then baked
    $14.0
    Pesto Chicken Linguine
    Roasted zucchini & garlic, seasoned chicken & toasted pine nuts, tossed with pesto, alfredo, linguine & parmesan
    $13.0
    MacKenzie Alfredo
    Seasoned chicken, prosciutto, seasoned broccoli & tomatoes, tossed with alfredo, penne & parmesan
    $13.0
    Tuscan Penne
    Chicken, prosciutto, tomatoes, roasted garlic, herbed olive oil & a dash of red chilies, tossed with penne & parmesan
    $14.0
    Cajun Chicken Alfredo
    Seasoned chicken, spicy sausage & bell peppers, tossed with penne in our spicy Cajun cream sauce
    $11.0
    Linguine with Meatballs
    Traditional Italian meat sauce over linguine with two oven-roasted meatballs & shredded parmesan
    $11.0
    Cheese Ravioli
    Six jumbo ravioli stuffed with ricotta, parmesan & romano cheeses, drenched in our rustic meat & alfredo sauce
    FLATBREADS
    $9.5
    Rangoon
    Rich & flavorful cream cheese topped with crab surimi, scallions & Asiago cheese. Finished with fried wonton strips & a sweet chili sauce
    $9.5
    Pear & Bleu
    Creamy bleu cheese sauce & light mozzarella topped with pears, candied walnuts & dried cranberries. Finished with baby arugula tossed in citrus honey vinaigrette
    $9.5
    California Chicken
    Garlic infused olive oil, mozzarella, chicken, hickory smoked bacon & red peppers. Topped with fresh avocado & cilantro. Drizzled with ranch
    $9.5
    Greek
    Garlic infused olive oil & mozzarella topped with Kalamata olives, artichoke hearts, red onions, diced tomatoes & feta
    $9.5
    Apple & Chicken
    Garlic infused olive oil, smoked Gouda & cheddar topped with roasted Gala apples, chicken, hickory bacon & caramelized onions. Drizzled with balsamic BBQ sauce
    SANDWICHES
    $9.75
    Montalian
    Roast beef, prosciutto, provolone, red onions, pepperoncinis & light mayo on grilled Italian bread. Served with potato chips
    $10.25
    Rustler's Reuben
    Sliced corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss & Thousand Island on grilled marble rye. Served with a side of colelaw & potato chips
    $9.75
    Santa Fe Chicken
    Marinated chicken sautéed with red onions & tomatoes. Topped with melted provolone & pesto mayo. Served with tortilla chips
    $10.0
    Willow Creek
    Smoked turkey, bacon, avocado, spinach, tomatoes, light mayo & melted mozzarella. Served with tortilla chips
    $9.5
    Longhorn
    Roast beef, tomatoes, spinach, provolone, red onions & zesty horseradish sauce. Served with tortilla chips
    $10.75
    Wrangler
    Marinated steak strips sautéed with red onions, green peppers & mushrooms. Topped with tomatoes, melted provolone & a zesty horseradish. Served with tortilla chips
    $9.5
    Smokin' Turkey
    Smoked turkey, tomatoes, spinach, feta, black olives & pesto mayo. Served with tortilla chips
    $9.75
    Italian Chicken Panini
    Chicken breast, tomatoes, avocado, pesto mayo, provolone & a drizzle of balsamic glaze on grilled Italian bread. Served with potato chips
    $10.0
    Pulled Pork Sammy
    Smoked pulled pork with BBQ sauce & house-made coleslaw. Served with potato chips
    $9.5
    Meatball Hoagie
    Roasted meatballs, ricotta & prosciutto topped with marinara & provolone. Served with a side of coleslaw & potato chips
    LUNCH COMBOS
    Available until 4 pm every day
    $10.0
    Rod & Reel
    Choose Your Rod: Lodgepoles, House Salad, Caesar Salad, Spinach Salad, Chicken Chili, Soup of the Day; Choose Your Reel: 1/2 Italian Chicken Panini, 1/2 Rustler's Reuben, Chicken Quesadilla, Small Cheese Pizza, Small Pepperoni Pizza
    SALADS & SOUPS
    Dressings: House Vinaigrette (cal 190), Creamy Vinaigrette (cal 290), Raspberry Vinaigrette (cal 80), Orange Balsamic Vinaigrette (cal 180), Ranch (cal 380), Southwest Ranch (cal 200), Greek Feta (cal 100), Creamy Caesar (cal 270), Thousand Island (cal 330), Honey Mustard (cal 440), Bleu Cheese (cal 290)
    $8.0
    Beet Salad
    Braised red beets, arugula, goat cheese & candied walnuts. Served with orange balsamic vinaigrette
    $7.25
    Wedge
    Artisan romaine with bleu cheese dressing, crumbled bleu cheese, diced tomatoes, bacon & red onions. Drizzled with sweet balsamic glaze
    Small $7.5
    Large $10.0
    Spinach
    Spinach, tomatoes, red onions, candied walnuts, dried cranberries & bleu cheese crumbles. Served with our house vinaigrette
    Small $6.75
    Large $9.25
    Greek
    Sliced cucumbers, Kalamatas, tomatoes, red onions, pepperoncinis & feta cheese over crisp greens. Served with Greek feta dressing
    Small $8.75
    Large $11.25
    Thai
    Fresh greens, seasoned chicken, scallions, red bell peppers, sprouts, peanuts, mandarin oranges & fresh cilantro. Served with Thai peanut dressing
    Small $8.75
    Large $11.25
    Cobb
    Fajita chicken, avocado, crispy bacon, hard-boiled eggs, tomatoes & crumbled bleu cheese over crisp greens with your choice of dressing. Small (cal 510, no dressing); Large (cal 920, no dressing)
    Small $8.25
    Large $10.75
    Southwest Chop
    Romaine, chicken, fire-roasted corn medley, provolone, black beans, diced tomatoes, green onions, cilantro & tortilla strips tossed in southwest ranch & house salsa
    Small $8.75
    Large $11.25
    Taos
    Our chicken chili served hot over fresh greens with cheddar, tomatoes, scallions, pepperoncinis & tortilla strips. Served with salsa & ranch
    Small $6.0
    Large $8.5
    Caesar
    Romaine lettuce, shredded parmesan & seasoned croutons tossed in Caesar dressing. Anchovies by request
    $5.0
    House
    Fresh greens, diced pears & crunchy grape nuts with your choice of dressing. (cal 100, no dressing)
    HOT, READY & MADE FROM SCRATCH
    Little $5.25
    Big $7.25
    Chicken Chili
    Little $5.0
    Big $6.0
    Soup of the Day
    SIGNATURE PIZZAS
    Baked fresh on original or thin crust. 10" gluten-free crust available - add $3 to a small
    Small $9.25
    Large $14.0
    Classic Cheese
    Traditional tomato sauce & mozzarella (cal 140-350 / slice)
    Small $10.25
    Large $16.0
    Good Ol' Boy
    A heapin' portion of extra pepperoni, mozzarella & tomato sauce (cal 170-400 / slice)
    Small $10.75
    Large $17.75
    Fresh Tomato Basil
    Classic tomato sauce, fresh basil, sliced tomatoes, garlic & mozzarella (cal 140-340 / slice)
    Small $10.75
    Large $17.75
    Hot Hawaiian
    Sweet & smoky BBQ sauce, mozzarella, fajita chicken, smoked bacon, pineapples & jalapeños (cal 170-400 / slice)
    Small $10.75
    Large $17.75
    MacKenzie River
    Olive oil & garlic, spinach, zucchini, mushrooms, tomatoes & mozzarella, dusted with feta (cal 150-360 / slice)
    Small $11.75
    Large $19.25
    Rancher
    Tomato sauce, ground beef, pepperoni, smoky bacon, tomatoes, red onions, green peppers & mozzarella (cal 190-410 / slice)
    Small $11.75
    Large $19.25
    Thai Pie
    Thai peanut sauce, seasoned chicken, mandarin oranges, scallions, red peppers, peanuts & mozzarella, topped with fresh cilantro (cal 200-420 / slice)
    Small $11.75
    Large $19.25
    Flathead
    Alfredo sauce, fajita chicken, smoky bacon, spinach, tomatoes, mushrooms & mozzarella (cal 210-430 / slice)
    Small $11.75
    Large $19.25
    Madison
    Bacon, mushrooms, fresh ricotta, mozzarella, cheddar cheese & tomato sauce (cal 210-450 / slice)
    Small $10.75
    Large $17.75
    Humble Pie
    Olive oil & garlic, spinach, mozzarella, Asiago, Fontina & ricotta cheeses (cal 180-380 / slice)
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    Transporting you to the very heart of the Northern Rockies, the casual, rustic atmosphere with unique Montana Lodgepole furniture, stunning panoramic canvas and historic photographs sets the tone for distinctive, creatively prepared food served by vibrant employees renowned for passing their upbeat attitudes on to our customers. The MacKenzie River menu features an incredible array of delectable dishes, always flavorful and fresh, and served up in heaping portions. The acclaimed gourmet pizzas are offered on a variety of crusts – original, thin and gluten-free – with toppings from classic pepperoni to pesto, ricotta, and sun-dried tomato. With nearly two dozen pizzas on the menu, you are bound…
    PRICE RANGE
    $10 - $20
    Special Diets
    Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
    Meals
    Lunch, Dinner
    CUISINES
    Italian, American, Bar, Pizza
    FEATURES
    Seating, Waitstaff, Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Takeout, Accepts Credit Cards
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    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Great Pizza!

    This is a great place for pizza and beer. Many brews on tap and the decor is very "mountain"! After traveling all day, this was my "go to" spot for late lunch!

    Date of visit: January 2019
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    Reviewed 4 weeks ago
    Excellent atmosphere

    Next to Mooses, this is one of our favorite pizza restaurants. The atmosphere is always great. Service was a little slow and did get our order incorrect on the last visit, but is usually a reliably good and family friendly place to eat in Whitefish.

    Date of visit: December 2018
    Thank 240jeanellel
    MacKenzieRiver, General Manager at MacKenzie River Pizza Co., responded to this reviewResponded 4 weeks ago

    Thank you for the kind words and honesty so we can work to improve. Have a great day! Travis

    Reviewed 4 weeks ago
    Still a great place to get unique pizza

    We’ve been coming here every year during our ski vacations, and have never been disappointed. Our server was very friendly and accommodating when we changed our drink order. The pizza came out piping hot, with unusual, but delicious combinations. Great kid menus with goldfish crackers...More

    Date of visit: January 2019
    Thank SPURSfan1970
    MacKenzieRiver, General Manager at MacKenzie River Pizza Co., responded to this reviewResponded 4 weeks ago

    So glad to hear your experience was once again great! I love when we can become a reliable, tradition for return guests! Have a wonderful trip and look forward to seeing you next time! Travis

    Reviewed January 6, 2019 via mobile
    A late disappointing dinner

    I recently took a trip with my family over the holiday break down to Montana. This was a great little excursion for us as we had never visited Whitefish or Kalispell before. As we had arrived late we decided to eat dinner upon arrival at...More

    Date of visit: January 2019
    Thank JGaudet
    MacKenzieRiver, General Manager at MacKenzie River Pizza Co., responded to this reviewResponded January 11, 2019

    Hi my name is Travis and I am the Manager of the restaurant, I wanted to start by apologizing for such a late response, we closed for a week to do a remodel and I am just now getting caught up. It is very very...More

    Reviewed January 2, 2019 via mobile
    The best!!

    Love their pizza! Not just your ordinary pizza... Their Gluten free crust is excellent as well! One of our favorites.

    Date of visit: January 2019
    Thank jkarmon
    MacKenzieRiver, General Manager at MacKenzie River Pizza Co., responded to this reviewResponded January 4, 2019

    So happy you enjoyed your pizza! That gluten free crust is awesome! so happy we were able to find such a great product for everyone with gluten allergy's to enjoy! Have a great day! Travis

    Reviewed December 19, 2018 via mobile
    Good food; odd customer service

    Went in there on a Saturday night before a play. It really wasn’t busy and the host took us by several open booths on our way to our table. We got seated at a very small table right next to the restrooms. I would understand...More

    Date of visit: December 2018
    Thank 708jpj
    MacKenzieRiver, Manager at MacKenzie River Pizza Co., responded to this reviewResponded December 20, 2018

    Im sorry about the expiration:( that is totally my bad. I did not set an expiration date so it must auto to that if nothing entered? lesson learned:) I will re-load the free app and set expiration date to a year. Have a great day...More

    Reviewed October 5, 2018
    Delicious pizza!

    Great pizza for eat-in or delivery. After a long day of driving, we wanted something good that could be delivered. Staff at the front desk raved about MacKenzie Pizza. Ordered a pizza & even got a gluten free for myself. My husband loved his &...More

    Date of visit: September 2018
    Thank Pg G
    MacKenzieRiver, General Manager at MacKenzie River Pizza Co., responded to this reviewResponded October 6, 2018

    Thank you so much for the compliment! We are so happy you enjoyed everything so much! Have a great day! Travis

    Reviewed September 23, 2018
    Best Pizza in Town

    The Flathead pizza is the best in town! Ingredients were fresh, presentation was nice, and it even reheats well. The service was better than expected. The beer flight was a very good price (only $6). Will recommend this restaurant to all traveling to Whitefish.

    Date of visit: September 2018
    Thank Lauren H
    Reviewed September 23, 2018 via mobile
    Recommended for its pizza

    We were told this was one of the best places in Whitefish for pizza...especially thin crust. We weren’t disappointed. The starter salads were pretty good too (my wedge salad was with romaine instead of iceberg which was a little unique). We almost came back again...More

    Date of visit: September 2018
    Thank daz1249
    Reviewed September 22, 2018
    Okay, but everywhere else in Whitefish is a better choice

    My wife and I stayed in Whitefish the first week of September, 2018 and tried 8 different restaurants in the area, including MacKenzie River Pizza. We had pizza and a sandwich, both of which were okay, not memorable by any means. Food was warm, not...More

    Date of visit: September 2018
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    Response from Helena O | Reviewed this property |
    Yep! All of their salads, just let them know you have a gluten allergy so they can omit. Their house balsamic is NOT gluten free, and surprisingly their bleu cheese isn't either - opt for feta instead! They have Gluten Free... More
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