Brewery Profile

Montana Brewing Company

A downtown Billings stop with an unusually long local history, Montana Brewing Company has operated since 1994 and is known as Montana’s first brewpub. Visitors can expect a brewpub setting rather than a production-only taproom: house beer, food, a full bar, and a wrap-around bar area built for conversation and watching sports. Its position in downtown Billings also gives it a role beyond beer service, since it participates in local events such as the Yellowstone Valley Farmers Market and First Friday celebrations. For someone trying to understand the city’s beer scene, the draw is partly historical and partly practical: it is an established, central place where the brewery and pub experience are tied together.

Travelers in this region often look for beers that are recognizable by style but still tied to a local stop, and the listed house beers cover several familiar directions. Whitetail Wheat is an American-style unfiltered wheat ale, likely the most approachable choice for someone wanting something lighter in body and easy to pair with lunch or dinner. Fatbelly Amber leans on caramel malt character, while Sharptail Pale Ale brings citrus and pine notes for visitors who prefer a hop-forward pour without moving into a style not described here. Custers Last Stout offers the darker end of the lineup, with an oatmeal stout profile and a smooth finish. The brewery also has a full bar with cocktails made using local Montana-distilled spirits, which broadens the visit for groups that are not all focused on beer.

Food service is available daily from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., making the brewpub useful for either a midday stop or an evening meal in downtown Billings. The wrap-around bar and sports-viewing setup are worth noting for visitors who want a social bar atmosphere rather than a quiet tasting counter. As with any brewery, the taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours, seasonal availability, and any event-related changes to normal service. Travelers planning around downtown events such as First Friday or the farmers market may find the brewery especially convenient, but the known appeal is straightforward: an established Billings brewpub with house-made beers, pub food, cocktails, and a central place in the city’s brewing history.

Established in 1994, Montana Brewing Company operates Montana's first brewpub in downtown Billings. The brewery produces several house-crafted beers including Whitetail Wheat, an American-style unfiltered wheat ale; Fatbelly Amber, a caramel malt-forward amber ale; Sharptail Pale Ale, known for its citrus and pine notes; and Custers Last Stout, an oatmeal stout with a smooth finish. The facility also features a full bar offering local Montana-distilled cocktails. Food service operates daily from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., supported by a wrap-around bar area designed for socializing and viewing sports. Montana Brewing Company participates in local community events such as Yellowstone Valley Farmers Market and First Friday celebrations in downtown Billings.

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113 N Broadway, Billings, MT 59101, USA, Billings, Montana, 59101

Phone: (406) 252-9200

Website: http://mtbrewingco.com/

Hours: ["Monday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM","Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM","Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM","Thursday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM","Friday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM","Saturday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM","Sunday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM"]