Welcome to Carlisle, where tradition, community, and exceptional quality unite in every dish. Named in honor of Carlisle Kenyon, a beloved local leader whose vision shaped both our family business and the heart of our community, we offer a unique dining experience in the heart of downtown Bozeman. Located on the first floor of the Element Bozeman Hotel, our restaurant serves elevated comfort food made from fresh, locally inspired ingredients, with vegan and gluten-free options available. Enjoy a curated selection of wines, craft cocktails, and seasonal features, along with a lively happy hour. Join us for an unforgettable meal that celebrates the flavors of the region.
Nevada Bennett Thompson
Amazing, delicious, cooked to perfection! We have their broccoli cheddar soup and it had some seasoning I couldn’t place, but made the soup so uniquely divine! Our New York Wagyu Strip steak was cooked blue to perfection! Melted in our mouth. Enjoyed the little dishes of different salts and steak toppings!
So good!
… moreDanika C
We went on Super Bowl Sunday so had the resto to ourselves (though the bar was well occupied). Welcomed warmly by hostess, seated in front of the wine ‘cellar’ so had an interesting view. Server Diana was cute as a button and attentive but not hovering. Food was delish. We shared the MT Root Veg Salad which surprised us with the beets being a puree underneath the rest of the salad; not what we expected, but a lovely twist and quite delicious. I got Elk Strip Loin and hub got the Chicken Breast. We both added the optional mushrooms, which I highly recommend – a scrumptious medley of quality varietals from SporeAttic which enhanced both meals. My elk was divine – never seen a cut of meat so perfectly and evenly med-rare. Hub’s chicken also had beet puree, which he loved the flavor of, but the ratio was a bit too generous so there was a pile of beet puree at the end of his meal. All in all it was a delectable and delightful experience and we look forward to returning.
… moreedlyn gunia
We were passing through for lunch and are so happy we found Carlisle! We came in right as they opened and were one of a handful of customers. We received the warmest welcome from the host and our server Kate. Seating was very comfy. Space was clean, modern and inviting. They were fantastic accommodating some subs for our allergies. The best meal we had within our 2k mile journey. Do not skip the brussel sprouts…the hot honey is special. Save the remaining honey on the plate for the fries. Trust. Hummus and fry bread were tasty, burger was substantial and beefy, fries were great. They fry in tallow. Yum. I added mushrooms and they were absolutely delish but I would just have them on the side next time. If we’re ever in Bozeman again, we will return that’s for sure! Thank you for a scrumptious meal
… moreNicole
This is a great location for a fancy event or work event. I was here for work and the freedom to order without worrying about paying was lit.
I got the elk loin because I have only had elk sausage. Also – it’s Montana,
you gotta have elk! I got it medium rare and it was cooked very well and topped with grilled mushrooms. I got the melty cheese on the side as I didn’t want to overpower the taste of the elk. There was no gamey taste and I honestly preferred it to steak. It paired excellently with the black garlic salt that they provided.
The Brussel sprouts were so tasty they out ranked the elk for my favorite dish. They were sweet and perfectly roasted. I wish I knew this recipe!
I would definitely return here again, especially for fancy occasions or business trips.
… moreLaura Daulton
Daniel is an amazing executive chef. He came to our table and checked on us multiple times. We had a large group and he was willing to make the meals family style so we got to try multiple things. I had never tried tartare or wagyu before and they both blew me out of the water. Will be recommending the Carlisle to everyone who comes and visits Bozeman! Thank you for the hospitality!!
… moreGrace Ware
I had the absolute pleasure of dining at Carlisle, and wow—what an incredible experience from start to finish! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with warm, genuine hospitality that immediately set the tone for the evening. It was my friends birthday, and they went above and beyond to provide the best experience for both of us. They had flowers set on the table as we arrived and an incredible wine list.
The ambiance is modern yet cozy, striking the perfect balance for a relaxed but elevated dining experience. The food was the best part. Every single dish was a masterpiece. Thoughtfully prepared, beautifully presented, and bursting with flavor. You can tell the chefs here care deeply about quality and creativity. Standouts for me were the brussel sprouts and flat iron steak, but honestly, everything we tried was phenomenal.
I cannot wait to come back and bring others with me. 100/10 experience. Special thank you to Mollie who went above and beyond. This is my new favorite spot in town!
… moreRob Marshall
Ate here last Friday for a special friends’ dinner. We found the cocktails to be excellent, including mocktails and non-alcohol choices. The oysters were superb! However, two of us ordered steaks and were both sorely disappointed by the intense chewiness of both. The presentations, temperatures and toppings (three salts, blue cheese, mushrooms, house sauce, etc) were all top-notch but something was definitely off with these cuts. The King Salmon came out beautifully and was well liked by two of our party. Compliments to the staff- both the server and the chef for checking on us regularly in the beginning, however there were no check-ups after the food was served.
… moreJayna Paulson
We stopped into Carlisle on our very first day in Bozeman. Everything was outstanding. The waitress was extremely attentive, professional and friendly. The food, incredible. Started with bison tartare and grilled root vegetables – amazing! Quality is extremely important to us, so to get a perfectly cooked piece of wild salmon was the highlight of my night. My husband’s Elk was lean, delicious and cooked medium rare. Our meal was not only delicious but we felt great after eating it. I may have also gotten a cookie or 2 for dessert also fantastic and a perfect ending to a savory meal. Highly recommend !
… moreKristian Ording
Very quiet – at least the couple times I’ve poked in here. Stopped in for a late night cocktail and dessert. Two guys scoops of ice cream and a rather underwhelming cookie each for $5. Ice cream was delicious. Cookie felt tiny in these days of excess – but it was tasty. Old fashioned was tasty but significantly more rye forward and not to my liking. Large bar area with plenty of seats. Chill, dark and funny vibe for a midweek.
… moreCarmen Abad
Carlisle surprised me with the quality and presentation of food. I’m glad I discovered this place . Diana our host was the best always with a big smile and full of kindness. Excellent place to dine in Bozeman.
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