Restaurants Close to Glacier Park Open Past 9 (in the summer)

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West Glacier Area (0–1 mile from West Entrance)

These spots are just outside the park boundary in West Glacier Village:

• West Glacier Café
  • Distance: ~0.1 mi from West Entrance
  • Hours: Dinner service continues past 9 PM (reddit.com, glacierparkcollection.com)
  • Why go: Classic diner-style spot with hearty Montana fare—perfect after a long hiking day.
• Freda’s Legendary Bar
  • Distance: Same location as above
  • Hours: Full-service bar open late evenings (glacierparkcollection.com)
  • Why go: Relaxing bar atmosphere with cocktails, burgers, shakes—great vibe post-exploring.
• Belton Chalet Dining Room
  • Distance: ~0.5 mi from West Entrance
  • Hours: Dinner service runs well past 9 PM; reservations recommended (opentable.com)
  • Why go: Historic and charming lodge ambiance with upscale, locally inspired cuisine—a great late evening pick.

Columbia Falls (~6–8 miles east of West Entrance)

If you’re willing to drive ~10–15 minutes, these are solid late-night options:

• The Back Room at Nite Owl (BBQ & Ribs)
  • Distance: Central Columbia Falls
  • Hours: Dinner kitchen often stays open late; exact hours vary (fivestarrentals.com, niteowlbackroom.com)
  • Why go: Beloved for ribs, roasted chicken, pizza, and bar in a lively, local setting.
• Gunsight Bar & Grill
  • Distance: Near Columbia Falls center
  • Hours: Kitchen open until 10 PM Fri–Sat; closes 9 PM Sun–Thu (fivestarrentals.com, tripadvisor.com)
  • Why go: Western-style bar with live music, strong beer selection, and casual bar food—solid weekend late-night pick.

Kalispell (~30 miles / 35 minutes from West Entrance)

• Moose’s Saloon
  • Kitchen serves until 11 PM; bar stays open until midnight (tripadvisor.com)
  • Iconic local joint known for its pizza, peanuts-on-the-floor vibe, live music, and friendly locals.
• Brannigan’s Irish Pub
  • Open past 9 PM—likely until at least 10–11 PM (tripadvisor.com, reddit.com)
  • Cozy pub atmosphere with hearty Irish dishes, pints of beer, and occasional live entertainment.

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