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Boxcar Bistro is an ode to times past, when heading West offered the nexus of luxury, sophistication, and adventure. A venture into realms uncharted. Boxcar Bistro features a dining experience elevated by a touch of sophistication, French inspired cuisine, and an ever-evolving wine selection.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 875 Wyoming St Suite 101, Missoula, MT 59801
Phone: (406) 551-4166
Website: https://boxcarmissoula.com/
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Reviews
Andra Leeke
I want to like this place but it’s tough. The sea bass was blah and undercooked. The lamb was chewy. The vibe and decor is great and lends itself to a speakeasy vibe but they don’t serve liquor so while it’s feels speakeasy, don’t plan on getting that dirty martini you were craving. Service was fine.
… moreEarthling
Food is good, but don’t come hungry – small portions, at expensive prices. It was a full task to get the squash out of the shell, which was roasted plain, no spices, not even salt. The quail & duck were served such that we had to eat with our hands. Lots of fat on the quail. Felt mildly rushed & pestered to leave despite it not being busy. I enjoyed the ambiance, but it was hard to hear the conversation at times.
… moreJ. C.
Great bistro atmosphere with an eclectic Euro feel.
Zeb, our waiter was fine, maybe not the most experienced in a higher priced restaurant??
The Blackened shrimp was yummy. Nice flavors.
Duck confit was very nice with pomegranate reduction adding a tasty balance.
The sea bass was nicely done. It came out undercooked, but they took care of it.
We often get a dessert wine after a meal, but these wines were pretty expensive. I get the alcohol mark up, but when a muscat that sells for $13 a bottle is priced at $23 a glass that’s too much for me.
We will definitely go back though.
… moreZeb, our waiter was fine, maybe not the most experienced in a higher priced restaurant??
The Blackened shrimp was yummy. Nice flavors.
Duck confit was very nice with pomegranate reduction adding a tasty balance.
The sea bass was nicely done. It came out undercooked, but they took care of it.
We often get a dessert wine after a meal, but these wines were pretty expensive. I get the alcohol mark up, but when a muscat that sells for $13 a bottle is priced at $23 a glass that’s too much for me.
We will definitely go back though.
Isra J
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.
… moreKatherine
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.
… moreGraham Vance
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.
… moreWhile 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.
lance hanson
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.
… moreStephanie Watts
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!
… moreDefinitely recommend a reservation as the restaurant fills up quickly. Dress either in casual or fancy attire depending on how you want enjoy your evening!
heidi hohmann
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!
… moreMichael Higgins
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.
… moreLet’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.