HOW IT WORKS
27,655 TOTAL VoteS CaSt Voting for Bozeman’s Choice 2022 Took Place OCTOBER 1ST - NOVEMBER 7TH, 2021
The BOLD CATEGORIES are set in advance by Bozeman Magazine staff. ALL THE NOMINATIONS ARE ADDED BY THE VOTERS AS THEY VOTED. Once voters register with a username and password at www.bozemanmagazine.com they are allowed to vote for as many options as they like in every category, but only once per nomination. If somebody mistakenly adds a nomination that already exists, voters will only be able to vote for the nomination one time. Ties are all noted with a bold TIE:
PUBLISHER CASEN CREATIVE SALES MANAGER, CO-EDITOR ANGIE RIPPLE PRODUCTION MANAGER, CO-EDITOR BRIAN RIPPLE PHOTOGRAPHY BOZEMAN MAGAZINE, KGLT, WAX MUSEUM ALL MATERIAL ©2022, CASEN CREATIVE LLC - BOZEMAN, MT FIRST COPY IS FREE, ADDITIONAL COPIES $1.00 EACH CONTACT INFO WEB: bozemanmagazine.com EMAIL: info@bozemanmagazine.com • OFFICE: 406-219-3455 • CELL: 406-579-5657
TABLE of CONTENTS ACTION & RECREATION Bozeman’s Choice Picks For Recreation & Having Fun - 8
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Bozeman’s Choice Picks For Arts-Related Awesomeness - 12
CHOMPING & CHUGGING Bozeman’s Choice Picks For Favorite Food & Drink - 16
HERE & THERE Bozeman’s Choice Picks For Local Locations - 22
MEDIA & INFO Bozeman’s Choice Picks For Great Local News & Radio - 26
NIGHTLIFE & TAVERNS Bozeman’s Choice Picks For Outstanding 21+ Recreation - 30
RANTING & RAVING Bozeman’s Choice Picks For Local Topics Of Discussion - 34
SHOPPING & SPENDING Bozeman’s Choice Places To Unload Some Cold Hard Cash - 38
ACTION and
RECREATION
A vibrant community of outdoor recreationalists and sportsmen helps define Bozeman as a hotspot for responsible land use. Whether you are taking advantage of public lands — hiking, biking, fishing, and hunting, or simply enjoying some relaxation in one of the town’s dozen, picturesque parks, Bozeman offers fantastic outdoor experiences for everyone to enjoy. We invited residents and visitors alike to highlight some of their favorite recreation areas around town. 8
Bozeman’s Choice 2022
www.bozemanmagazine.com
BRIDGER BOWL SKI AREA
Bozeman’s Choice Biking Trail
1. Copper City Trails 2. TIE: Leverich Canyon & Sourdough 3. TIE: Bangtail Divide & Mystic Lake
Bozeman’s Choice Campground 1. Wade Lake 2. Fairy Lake 3. Hood Creek - Hyalite
Bozeman’s Choice Dance Studio 1. Tanya’s Dance 2. Montana Ballet Company 3. Bozeman Dance Academy
Bozeman’s Choice Fly Shop
1. Rivers Edge 2. Troutfitters 3. TIE: Bozeman Family Fly Shop & Fins and Feathers
Bozeman’s Choice Golf Course (Montana) 1. Bridger Creek 2. Cottonwood Hills Golf Club 3. Riverside Country Club
Bozeman’s Choice Hiking Trail 1. Drinking Horse Trail 2. The M 3. Sacajawea
Bozeman’s Choice Local Bike Shop
1. Owenhouse Cycling 2. The Round House 3. TIE: Bike Kitchen & Chalet Sports
Bozeman’s Choice Local Sports Team 1. Montana Surf/Blitzz 2. MSU Bobcat Football 3. Bozeman Hawks
Bozeman’s Choice Local Sports/Recreation Event (summer) 1. Tubing the Madison 2. Floating the Yellowstone 3. Gallatin Speedway
10
Bozeman’s Choice 2022
www.bozemanmagazine.com
ACTION & RECREATION Bozeman’s Choice Local Sports/Recreation Event (winter) 1. Skiing at Bridger 2. Run to the Pub 3. Big Sky Pond Skim
Bozeman’s Choice Martial Arts School
1. Montana Mixed Martial Arts - Bozeman 2. Cunningham’s Martial Arts 3. Bozeman Taekwondo Academy
Bozeman’s Choice Personal Trainer 1. Sarah Dennis Maschino 2. Altitude Athletics 3. Kaci Noble
Bozeman’s Choice Place to Get Fit (gym, club, etc.) 1. Zephyr Cycling Studio 2. The Practice Power Yoga 3. Bend Beyond
Bozeman’s Choice Run/Walk
Bozeman’s Choice Sports/Recreation Event (Non-Run/Walk)
1. Run to the Pub 2. Huffing For Stuffing 3. Bridger Ridge Run
1. MSU Rodeo 2. TIE: Livingston Round Up Rodeo & Three Forks Rodeo 3. TIE: Gallatin Roller Girls & Big Sky Pro Bull Riding
Bozeman’s Choice Ski Area/Resort
1. Bridger Bowl 2. Big Sky Resort 3. TIE: Discovery Basin & Showdown
Bozeman’s Choice State Park (Montana) 1. Lewis & Clark Caverns 2. Missouri Headwaters 3. TIE: Bannack & Smith River
Bozeman’s Choice Sledding Hill
1. Peets Hill 2. Gallatin Regional Park, Oak St. 3. Snowfill Park
Bozeman’s Choice Sporting Goods Store
Bozeman’s Choice Yoga Studio 1. The Practice Power Yoga 2. Ekam Yoga 3. Bend Beyond
1. REI 2. Bob Wards 3. Play it Again Sports
Bozeman’s Choice Place to Visit in Montana Outside the Gallatin Valley 1. Glacier National Park 2. Yellowstone Park 3. Beartooths
Bozeman’s Choice Regional Hot Springs (developed) 1. Norris Hot Springs 2. Chico Hot Springs 3. Bozeman Hot Springs
Bozeman’s Choice Regional Hot Springs (undeveloped) 1. Boiling River 2. Potosi Hot Springs 3. Firehole River
Bozeman’s Choice River for Fishing 1. Madison River 2. Yellowstone River 3. Gallatin River
Bozeman’s Choice River for Recreation 1. Madison River 2. Yellowstone River 3. Gallatin River
www.bozemanmagazine.com
Bozeman’s Choice 2022
11
Arts and
Entertainment
Cultural expression and local entertainment are among just a few of the activities that Bozeman hosts best. Whether residents find themselves in the mood for trivia, live music, or artistic introspection, they certainly don’t have to travel far to explore the variety of activities that actively take place in our local venues. This year, let your curiosity for entertainment and enlightenment help discover the newest spaces for up-and-coming Bozemanites and keep you coming back to our favorite, local haunts.
12
Bozeman’s Choice 2022
www.bozemanmagazine.com
PINE CREEK LODGE
Bozeman’s Choice Annual Event 1. Christmas Stroll 2. SLAM 3. Sweet Pea Festival
Bozeman’s Choice Art Gallery 1. Altitude Gallery 2. Rapscallion 3. Echo Arts
Bozeman’s Choice Local Album Released In 2022
1. Matt Wallin & His Nervous Breakdown “Ravens” 2. Laney Lou and the Birddogs “Through the Smoke” 3. TIE: Donovan’s Brain “Sandbox Shadows” & Great Grey “The Infinite Dream”
Bozeman’s Choice Local Bluegrass Band 1. Kitchen Dwellers 2. Laney Lou and The Bird Dogs 3. Wind and the Willows
Bozeman’s Choice Local Blues Band
1. Matt Wallin & His Nervous Breakdown 2. The Dusty Pockets 3. Swamp Dawg
Bozeman’s Choice Local Book Released In The Last Year 1. The Last Best Bike Book 2. Never Kiss a Chicken
Bozeman’s Choice Local Comedy Group 1. Last Best Comedy 2. Broad Comedy 3. Improv on the VERGE
Bozeman’s Choice Local Country Band
1. Matt Wallin & His Nervous Breakdown 2. The Dead Yellers 3. Band of Drifters
Bozeman’s Choice Local Cover Band 1. Pinky & the Floyd 2. Savvy 3. Paige & the People’s Band
Bozeman’s Choice Local Electronic Musician(s) 1. Animoscillator 2. Nintendeaux 3. SEDA (Reza Moinossadat)
14
Bozeman’s Choice 2022
www.bozemanmagazine.com
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Bozeman’s Choice Local Folk Performer(s)
Bozeman’s Choice Local Visual Artist
Bozeman’s Choice Open Mic
Bozeman’s Choice Local Hard Rock or Metal Band
Bozeman’s Choice Music Festival (local or regional)
Bozeman’s Choice Place For Live Music in the Gallatin Valley Area
Bozeman’s Choice Local Hip Hop Artist
Bozeman’s Choice Musical Performance in the Past Year (touring or local)
1. Matt Wallin & His Nervous Breakdown 2. Peter King 3. Cole & the Thornes
1. Goochslam 2. The Salamanders 3. 3 Miles to Clyde
1. Buckshot Killit 2. MC Unknown 3. Nickbusy
Bozeman’s Choice Local Jazz Band
1. TIE: Spy Trap & The Bridger Mountain Big Band 2. Robilotta, Tsuru, Greenberg 3. Permafunk
Bozeman’s Choice Local Rock Band 1. Savvy 2. TIE: Goochslam & Pinky and the Floyd 3. 3 Miles to Clyde
1. Kelley J Sullivan 2. Mitch Sander 3. Mimi Matsuda
1. The Haufbrau 2. Bone Dry Comedy @ Last Best Comedy 3. TIE: between J&Co & Wild Joe’s Coffee
1. TIE: Red Ants Pants & Sweet Pea Festival 2. SLAM 3. Rockin The Rivers
1. Filling Station 2. Pine Creek Lodge 3. The ELM
1. Joe Knapp Memorial at Pine Creek 2. Matt Wallin & His Nervous Breakdown Record Release with members from Kitchen Dwellers and The Dusty Pockets at The Filling Station 3. Pinky & The Floyd at Music in the Mountains Big Sky
Bozeman’s Choice New Local Band
1. Savvy 2. Goochslam 3. Matt Wallin & His Nervous Breakdown
Bozeman’s Choice Public Art Installation (non-gallery)
1. Flutterby Thicket Fairy Village 2. Clean Slate Group: Traffic Signal Boxes 3. Red Tractor Pizza Mural
Bozeman’s Choice Touring Theatrical Production In The Past Year 1. Shakespeare In The Park
Bozeman’s Favorite Local Author - Book 1. Bryan Schaeffer 2. Todd Wilkenson 3. William C. Pack
Bozeman’s Choice Local Solo Musician 1. Jacob Rountree 2. Joe Knapp - R.I.P 3. Amanda Stewart
Bozeman’s Choice Local Stand-Up Comedian 1. Thomas Blake 2. Garrison Choitz 3. TIE: Good Time Charlie & Danielle Roviera
Bozeman’s Choice Local Theatre Group 1. Shakespeare in the Park 2. Verge 3. Random Acts of Silliness
Bozeman’s Choice Local Theatrical Production in the Past Year
1. Enchanted Expedition: A Fairy Adventure in Bumblewood Thicket 2. Strange Mating Calls 3. The Approach - Blue Slipper Theatre
www.bozemanmagazine.com
Bozeman’s Choice 2022
15
CHOMPING and
CHUGGING Food—everyone needs it—and in Bozeman, you tend to love it! With a tantalizing variety of cuisine to select from, there is always that newest, favorite restaurant to stumble upon. Take a peek at this year’s selection to quelch those hunger pangs with all the delectable dishes that Bozeman has to offer, but be careful: you might find yourself drooling all over their menus!
16
Bozeman’s Choice 2022
www.bozemanmagazine.com
WHISTLE PIG KOREAN
Bozeman’s Choice All-around Dessert
1. Sweet Peaks 2. Genuine Ice Cream 3. Iron Horse Café and Pie Shop
Bozeman’s Choice Appetizer (location and item)
1. Sidewinders - Stuffed Pretzel 2. TIE: Blackbird - Kale Salad & Dave’s Sushi - Crab and Cream Cheese Wontons 3. Tanglewood - Cauliflower
Bozeman’s Choice Asian Food
1. Dave’s Sushi 2. Thai Basil 3. TIE: Pakeezah & Sweet Chili’s
Bozeman’s Choice Bakery 1. Wild Crumb 2. Granny’s Gourmet Donuts 3. The Coffee Pot
Bozeman’s Choice Bar For Outdoor Seats
1. Map Brewing 2. Bozeman Taproom 3. Shine Beer Sanctuary + Bottle Shop
Bozeman’s Choice Bar For Specialty Drinks 1. Plonk 2. Devil’s Toboggan 3. Dry Hills Distillery
Bozeman’s Choice Barbecue
1. Bar 3 BBQ 2. TIE: Bourbon & Follow Yer Nose 3. Smoke Fire & Coal
Bozeman’s Choice Baristas 1. Zocalo Crew 2. Dan at Treeline Coffee 3. Hope at Wildflower Coffee Co
Bozeman’s Choice Breakfast Spot 1. Jam! 2. Storm Castle Cafe 3. The Western
Bozeman’s Choice Burger 1. Backcountry Burger Bar 2. University Burger 3. Best Burger - Four Corners
18
Bozeman’s Choice 2022
www.bozemanmagazine.com
CHOMPING & CHUGGING Bozeman’s Choice Café/Coffeehouse 1. Coldsmoke 2. Ghost Town Roasters 3. Zocalo
Bozeman’s Choice Catering Company 1. Food For Thought 2. Just A Taste 3. Bozeman Kitchen Collective
Bozeman’s Choice Chicken 1. The Roost 2. Super Chix 3. Hop Lounge
Bozeman’s Choice Comfort Food
1. Mo Bowls 2. TIE: Bridger Brewing - Pizza Storm Castle Cafe 3. Sidewinders
Bozeman’s Choice Food Truck
Bozeman’s Choice Local Waiter/Waitress 1. Hayes - The Club Tavern and Grill 2. Delta - Bridger Brewing 3. Jackson H - Sidewinders
Bozeman’s Choice Locally Produced Foodstuff 1. Amaltheia Organic Dairy 2. Daniels Gourmet Meats and Sausage 3. Hot Mama’s Salsa
Bozeman’s Choice Mexican Food
1. The Devils Tobaggan 2. Western Cafe 3. Cateye Cafe
Bozeman’s Choice Most Inspired/Interesting Restaurant - Menu 1. Feast Raw Bar and Bistro 2. Dave’s Sushi 3. Last Call Modern Mexican
Bozeman’s Choice New Restaurant
1. El Rodeo Food Truck 2. Los Jarochos 3. Fiesta Mexicana
Bozeman’s Choice Montana Distillery 1. Wildrye Distillery 2. Dry Hills Distillery 3. Bozeman Spirits Distillery
Bozeman’s Choice Most Inspired/Interesting Restaurant - Atmosphere
1. Electric Poke 2. TIE: Bourbon & Last Call Modern Mexican 2. TIE: Los Jarachos & Sidewall Pizza
Bozeman’s Choice Pizza 1. Bridger Brewing 2. Sidewall Pizza 3. Pizza Campania
1. Electric Poke 2. El Rodeo 3. Knuckle
Bozeman’s Choice Italian Food 1. Blacksmith Italian 2. Cafe Fresco 3. Blackbird
Bozeman’s Choice Local Bar 1. The Haufbrau 2. Plonk 3. Crystal Bar
Bozeman’s Choice Local Brewery - Quality & Variety of Beer 1. Map Brewing 2. Mountains Walking 3. Outlaw Brewing
Bozeman’s Choice Local Brewery - Beer Tender 1. Taylor @ Outlaw 2. Ross @ Bridger Brewing 3. Manny @ Bridger Brewing
Bozeman’s Choice Local Mixologists
1. Jordan @ Korner Klub 2. Sean @ The Club Tavern and Grill 3. Jay @ J and Co.
www.bozemanmagazine.com
Bozeman’s Choice 2022
19
20
Bozeman’s Choice 2022
www.bozemanmagazine.com
CHOMPING & CHUGGING Bozeman’s Choice Place To Buy Alcohol
Bozeman’s Choice Restaurant in Bozeman
Bozeman’s Choice Place to Buy Meat
Bozeman’s Choice Restaurant in Four Corners
1. Montana Spirits & Wine 2. Cat’s Paw 3. Wine Gallery
1. Daniel’s Gourmet Meats & Sausage 2. Community Food Co-op 3. TIE: Amsterdam Meat Shop & Costco
Bozeman’s Choice Quick Lunch 1. Fink’s Deli 2. Electric Poke 3. 5 on Black
Bozeman’s Choice Restaurant For Good Wait Staff
1. Montana Aleworks 2. TIE: Dave’s Sushi & Sidewinders 3. Bridger Brewing
Bozeman’s Choice Restaurant For Late-Night Eats
1. Blackbird 2. Dave’s Sushi 3. Feast Raw Bistro
1. Best Burger 2. Mama Mac’s 3. Korner Klub
Bozeman’s Choice Restaurant in Livingston 1. Mark’s In & Out 2. Neptune’s TapHouse & Eatery 3. Campione
Bozeman’s Choice Restaurant in Three Forks 1. Iron Horse Cafe 2. Wheat Montana 3. Sac Bar
Bozeman’s Choice Sandwich (not burger) 1. Fink’s Deli 2. Pickle Barrel 3. Knuckle Sandwich Truck
Bozeman’s Choice Steak 1. Land of Magic 2. Open Range 3. Sir Scott’s Oasis
Bozeman’s Choice Tasting Room
1. Map Brewing 2. Mountains Walking Brewery and Pub 3. Bozeman Spirits Distillery
Bozeman’s Choice Vegetarian Menu 1. Farmacy 2. Pakeezah 3. Community Food Co-op
Bozeman’s Choice Wine Retailer 1. Wine Gallery 2. Montana Spirits and Wine 3. Vino Per Tutti
Bozeman’s Choice World Food 1. Pakeezah 2. Electric Poke 3. TIE: Dave’s Sushi & I-Ho’s
1. Tarantino’s Pizza 2. Taco Montes 3. Mo Bowls
Bozeman’s Choice Restaurant For Outdoor Dining 1. MAP Brewing 2. Revelry 3. Bridger Brewing
Bozeman’s Choice Restaurant For Upscale Dining
1. Feast Raw Bar and Bistro 2. TIE: Blackbird & Blacksmith Italian 3. Open Range
Bozeman’s Choice Restaurant in Belgrade 1. The Mint 2. Bar 3 BBQ 3. Curry Express
Bozeman’s Choice Restaurant in Big Sky 1. Gallatin River House 2. Lotus Pad Thai 3. Horn & Cantle
www.bozemanmagazine.com
Bozeman’s Choice 2022
21
HERE and
THERE Have you ever wanted the inside scoop on some of the locals’ best-hidden gems for a date night in Bozeman? Maybe you’ve wondered about what rush hour routes they wouldn’t be caught dead in. Now’s your chance! Inquire within to uncover Bozeman’s most (and least) popular locations!
22
Bozeman’s Choice 2022
www.bozemanmagazine.com
HOOD CREEK AT HYALITE CANYON
24
Bozeman’s Choice 2022
www.bozemanmagazine.com
HERE & THERE Bozeman’s Choice Retirement or Assisted Living Facility
Bozeman’s Choice Place To Impress Out-of-town Guests
Bozeman’s Choice Place To Take Your Pet (non-business)
Bozeman’s Choice All Ages Hangout
Bozeman’s Choice Place to Meet Singles
Bozeman’s Choice Places to Avoid
Bozeman’s Choice Best Kept Local Secret
Bozeman’s Choice Place To Take Your Kids
Bozeman’s Choice Public Park
1. The Springs Living 2. Brookdale Springmeadows 3. Hyalite Country Care
1. Bozeman Public Library 2. Bozeman Hot Springs 3. TIE: Cactus Records & Bozeman Bowl
1. Wouldn’t be a secret now would it? 2. There are no more secrets or locals 3. Partner Coffee
Bozeman’s Choice Bozeman Building
1. The Emerson 2. TIE: Baxter Hotel & Story Mansion 3. The Ellen Theatre
Bozeman’s Choice Business or Structure You Wish Was STILL Here, But Is Gone
1. Yellowstone National Park 2. Hyalite 3. Museum of the Rockies
1. Church 2. Red Box Rentals 3. Breweries
1. Jump Time 2. TIE: Museum of the Rockies Story Mill Park 3. TIE: Bozeman Hot Springs & Montana Science Center
Bozeman’s Choice Thing in Bozeman 1. Farmer’s Market 2. Hyalite 3. TIE: Bridger Bowl & Local Restaurants
1. Gallatin County Regional Park 2. Heart of the Valley Dog Park 3. Snowfill
1. Bar IX any time 2. Bar IX after dark 3. Bozeman (in general)
1. Story Mill Park 2. Lindley Park 3. Gallatin County Regional Park
Bozeman’s Choice Regional Historic Site 1. Virginia City 2. Lewis & Clark Caverns 3. Headwaters State Park
1. TIE: Saffron Table & The Scoop Bar 2. Drive In Theater 3. Public Skiing at Bear Canyon
Bozeman’s Choice Most Beautiful Spot in the Gallatin Valley 1. Fairy Lake 2. Hyalite Rec Area 3. Top of Sacajawea Peak
Bozeman’s Choice Most Romantic Spot in the Gallatin Valley 1. Gallatin River Lodge 2. Hyalite Reservoir 3. The Haufbrau
Bozeman’s Choice Museum/Historic Site 1. Museum of the Rockies 2. Virginia City 3. Bannack State Park
Bozeman’s Choice Place for People Watching 1. Music on Main 2. TIE: Bar IX & Yellowstone Park 3. Wal-Mart
www.bozemanmagazine.com
Bozeman’s Choice 2022
25
MEDIA and
INFORMATION
Ever feel like there are just too many formats and sources of news to responsibly inform yourself? Luckily, our town is host to a plethora of qualified authorities on topics ranging from weather to current events. Take a peek at this year’s entries to surround yourself with only the most well-trusted, reliable sources of local information.
26
Bozeman’s Choice 2022
www.bozemanmagazine.com
TEEPEES ON PEETS HILL © NATE HARRIS
MEDIA & INFORMATION Bozeman’s Choice Local Celebrity
1. TIE: Jeff “The Dude” Bridges & Missy O’Mally 2. Chet Laymen 3. Conrad Anker
Bozeman’s Choice Local Meteorologist
1. Mike Heard - KBZK 2. Matt Elwell - KBZK 3. Majestic Storm- ABC FOX News
Bozeman’s Choice Local News Source 1. KBZK 2. KSKY Montana 3. Montana PBS
Bozeman’s Choice Local News Writer
1. Cody Boyer - KBZK 2. Michelle Wolfe - 95.1 The Moose 3. Annie Johnson - KBZK
Bozeman’s Choice Local Radio DJ
1. Kenny T - KGLT Dead Show 2. TIE: Jesse James & Michelle Wolfe 3. Dave Wooten
Bozeman’s Choice Local Radio Show
1. K-SKY Morning Show 2. Tom and Shane Saturday Show 3. TIE: KGLT Dead Show & XL Country Morning Show
Bozeman’s Choice Local Radio Station 1. KGLT Community Radio - 91.9 2. KMMS The Moose - 95.1 3. K-SKY - 106.9
Bozeman’s Choice Local TV News Anchor 1. Donna Kelly - KBZK 2. Chet Layman - KBZK 3. Cody Boyer - KBZK
Bozeman’s Choice Most Luscious Local Radio Voice
1. Dave Wooten 2. TIE: Good Time Charlie & Tom Egelhoff 3. Michelle Wolfe
Bozeman’s Choice Wackiest On-Air Banter
1. Chet Layman & Matt Elwell - KBZK 2. Randy and Keith - KGLT Coffee Show 3. Kenny T - KGLT Dead Show
www.bozemanmagazine.com
Bozeman’s Choice 2022
29
NIGHTLIFE and
TAVERNS With pedestrian-friendly commuting available through Bozeman’s Streamline bus service— or hopefully that one reluctant friend you might be able to persuade into being a designated driver—there is no better way to herald the end of an exhausting week than with humanity’s ten thousand-year-old party favor: alcohol! If you’re in the mood for the best pubs, bars, and breweries that Bozeman has to offer, look no further! We’ve asked our residents to share the dives that leave other towns glowing green with envy. 30
Bozeman’s Choice 2022
www.bozemanmagazine.com
THIE FILLING STATION
32
Bozeman’s Choice 2022
www.bozemanmagazine.com
NIGHTLIFE & TAVERNS Bozeman’s Choice Bar Food
Bozeman’s Choice Local Bartender
Bozeman’s Choice Bar For Drinkin’
Bozeman’s Choice Place For Dancing
Bozeman’s Choice Bar For Indoor Games (pool, darts, etc.)
Bozeman’s Choice Specialty Drink (Non-Bloody Mary)
1. Mountains Walking 2. The Hideaway Grill 3. Bridger Brewing Pizza
1. TIE: Plonk & Rocking R Bar 2. The Crystal 3. TIE: 317 & Nordic Brew Works
1.Molly Brown 2. TIE: Bozeman Bowl & R Bar 3. TIE: Cat’s Paw & Shine Beer Sanctuary
Bozeman’s Choice Bar For Last Call 1. Crystal Bar 2. The Haufbrau 3. The Pour House
Bozeman’s Choice Bar For Talkin’
1. Kyle Reas @ The Elm/J&Co./Molly Brown 2. Chandra - The Club Tavern 3. Andie - The Pour House
Bozeman’s Choice Wine Selection 1. Wine Gallery 2. Plonk 3. Montana Spirits & Wine
1. Bar IX 2. The Filling Station 3. TIE: Pine Creek Lodge & Staceys Bar
1. Plonk - GFC 2. Crystal Bar - Vitimin C 3. TIE: Nordic Brew Works - Hot Norlander & Plonk - Coconut Lime Rickey
Bozeman’s Choice Sports Bar (Place to Watch the Big Game)
1. The Cat’s Paw 2. TIE: Sidewinders & The Club Tavern & Grill 3. TIE: The Rockin R Bar & Hideaway Bar
1. TIE: Nordic Brew Works & Shine Beer Sanctuary + Bottle Shop 2. THREE WAY TIE: 317, Plonk & Bridger Brewing
Bozeman’s Choice Beer Selection
1. Shine Beer Sanctuary + Bottle Shop 2. MAP Brewing 3. Bozeman Taproom
Bozeman’s Choice Bloody Mary
1. Bozeman Spirits Distillery 2. WildRye Distilling 3. TIE: The Cat’s Paw & The Club Tavern
Bozeman’s Choice Happy Hour Spot 1. Nordic Brew Works 2. Brigade 3. Plonk
Bozeman’s Choice Karaoke Spot 1. The Eagles 2. Bar IX 3. Happy Box
Bozeman’s Choice Local Bar DJ
1. DJ Chedda 2. DJ Xander 3. TIE: DJ Chris Sage & K7NG (Walker)
www.bozemanmagazine.com
Bozeman’s Choice 2022
33
RANTING and
RAVING As a platform to hear the authentic voices of Bozeman’s altruistic community, our Ranting & Raving category reaches out to provoke resident opinions on important community issues. Who’s making waves in Bozeman’s community, and how well are they doing to improve the town’s environment for residents and passersby? We’ve asked passionate advocates for their hot takes on what Bozeman ought to address and improve. 34
Bozeman’s Choice 2022
www.bozemanmagazine.com
MSU BOBCAT’S FOOTBALL
36
Bozeman’s Choice 2022
www.bozemanmagazine.com
RANTING & RAVING Bozeman’s Choice All Around Bozeman Citizen 1. Billy McWilliams 2. Kenny T - KGLT Dead Show 3. Paul Gaffney
Bozeman’s Choice Community Advocate
1. Bridget Wilkinson - Bozeman Area Community Foundation 2. EJ Porth - GVLT 3. Dee Metric
Bozeman’s Choice Community Business Leader
1. Jen Giuttari, Attorney and Co-Owner & Founder of The Practice Power Yoga 2. Prospera Business Network 3. Molly Casto, Co-Owner & Founder of The Practice Power Yoga
Bozeman’s Choice Employer
1. Pro Chiropractic 2. TIE: Murdoch’s & Town and Country 3. TIE: Bridger Brewing & The HRDC
Bozeman’s Choice Local Elected Official 1. I-Ho Pomeroy 2. Terry Cunningham 3. JP Pomenechowski
Bozeman’s Choice Local NonProfit
1. Heart of the Valley Animal Shelter 2. HAVEN 3. The HRDC
Bozeman’s Choice Most Needed Street Improvement
Bozeman’s Choice Most Annoying Thing About Bozeman 1. Lack of Affordable Housing Options 2. Out-of-Stater Growth 3. Governor Gianforte
Bozeman’s Choice Most Bizarre Local News Story in the Past Year
Bozeman’s Choice Things The Gallatin Valley Is Good At
1. Supporting local business 2. TIE: Stepping up to help people in need & The Wonderful Variety of Arts and Entertainment 3. Good Old Boys Club
1. Stabbing over Jello shots at Cats Paw
Bozeman’s Choice Most Memorable Event In The Past Year
1. Teepees on Peets Hill 2. Hug at the Hospital 3. Installing Snowmaking at Lindley Park
Bozeman’s Choice Most Overrated Thing In or About the Valley 1. Bozeman, Itself 2. Downtown Bozeman, specifically 3. TIE: The “M”& MSU Football
Bozeman’s Choice Most Underrated Thing In or About the Valley 1. Being the #2 most fertile Ag Soil in the US 2. Generosity of community members 3. Love Field Concert Venue
Bozeman’s Choice Things The Gallatin Valley Is Bad At
1. Affordable Housing 2. Managing out of state growth 3. Left turns into the correct lane
1. REAL Bike Lanes 2. More Protected Left Turns 3. Left turns signals on Main Street
Bozeman’s Choice Place To Volunteer 1. Heart of the Valley 2. Fork & Spoon 3. Eagle Mount
Category We Should Add Next Year 1. Best local online shop (non brick-and-mortar) 2. Best Public Bathroom 3. Best Property Management Co
www.bozemanmagazine.com
Bozeman’s Choice 2022
37
SHOPPING and
SPENDING There are so many places to spend your money around Bozeman—from supporting local shops, venues, and malls, to utilizing pragmatic services such as grocery stores, healthcare clinics, and auto repair shops. Whether you’re looking for a good place to buy your picky relative’s souvenir, or on the prowl for a chiropractor that isn’t a total pain in the neck, these entries will make sure you shop with a bang for your buck. Take a peek to find a useful plethora of proximate businesses!
38
Bozeman’s Choice 2022
www.bozemanmagazine.com
GREAT ROCKY MOUNTAIN TOY CO.
Bozeman’s Choice Accounting Office 1. Hubley, Phillips & Williams 2. Rudd & Company 3. Amatics CPA
Bozeman’s Choice Antiques/Old Stuff Shop 1. Antique Barn 2. Antique Market on Huffine 3. Bozeman Vintage
Bozeman’s Choice Arts & Crafts Store 1. Arts on Fire 2. Hobby Lobby 3. Michaels
Bozeman’s Choice Auto Body Shop
1. A&D Auto Body 2. Ressler Motors 3. TIE: Toms Alignment & Farr Automotive
Bozeman’s Choice Automotive Repair
1. Tom’s Alignment Center 2. FARR Auto 3. TIE: Ressler Motors & Rising Sun
Bozeman’s Choice Bank/Credit Union
1. First Security Bank 2. Stockman Bank 3. Rocky Mountain Credit Union
Bozeman’s Choice Bookstore 1. The Country Bookshelf 2. TIE: Barnes & Noble & Used Book Emporium 3. Vargos
Bozeman’s Choice Business for Green Products/Services
1. Happy Trash Can Composting 2. The Refillery Supply Co 3. 4 Corners Recycling/We Recycle MT
Bozeman’s Choice Carpentry/Construction 1. Kenyon Noble 2. Black Diamond Development 3. SIME Construction
40
Bozeman’s Choice 2022
www.bozemanmagazine.com
SHOPPING & SPENDING Bozeman’s Choice Children’s Store
1. Great Rocky Mountain Toy Co 2. Once Upon a Child 3. Giggles: Toys & More
Bozeman’s Choice Chiropractor 1. Gallatin Valley Chiropractic 2. Pro Chiropractic 3. Absaroka Pain & Rehab
Bozeman’s Choice Clinic (medical) 1. Pro Chiropractic 2. Absaroka Pain & Rehab 3. Bozeman Creek Family Health
Bozeman’s Choice Clothing Store, Kids
1. Once Upon A Child 2. Sack’s Thrift store 3. THREE WAY TIE: Kohl’s, Little Angels Children’s Boutique & The Natural Baby Co.
Bozeman’s Choice Home Health Business 1. First Choice Home Health
Bozeman’s Choice Computer/Electronics Shop 1. Re-compute 2. Simply MAC 3. Gadget Fix
Bozeman’s Choice Convenience Store 1. Town Pump 2. Joe’s Parkway 3. Casey’s Corner Stores
1. Rocky Mountain Electric 2. Mike Wilhelm Electric 3. TIE: Service Electric & TJ Electric
Bozeman’s Choice Florist
1. Wild Blume 2. Labellum 3. TIE: Budget Bouquet & The Flower Bar
Bozeman’s Choice Grocery Store
Bozeman’s Choice Daycare Provider
1. Town & Country 2. WinCo 3. Rosauers
1. XY Learning Center 2. Dino Drop-In 3. Faith Early Learning Center
Bozeman’s Choice Dentist 1. Moos Family Dental - Dr. William Moos 2. James Bond Dental Arts 3. TIE: Shine Dental & Summit Dental
Bozeman’s Choice Doctor 1. Dr. Jonathan Wilhelm 2. Dr. Forrest Allen 3. Dr. Christine Mitchell
Bozeman’s Choice Electrician
Bozeman’s Choice Hardware Store 1. ACE Downtown 2. ACE Huffine 3. Kenyon Noble
Bozeman’s Choice Home & Garden Business 1. Cashman Nursery & Landscaping 2. The Garden Barn 3. TIE: Highridge Landscapes & Visser Greenhouses
www.bozemanmagazine.com
Bozeman’s Choice 2022
41
Bozeman’s Choice Hospital/Clinic
1. Bozeman Health 2. Billings Clinic 3. Bozeman Creek Family Health
Bozeman’s Choice HVAC Service
1. Premier Air Heating & Cooling 2 TIE: Harvey’s & Mountain Heating and Cooling 3. Rocky Mountain Heating & Cooling
Bozeman’s Choice Laundry Services
1. Laundry Liberator 2. The Clothesline 3. TIE: Duds ‘n Suds & Persnickity
Bozeman’s Choice Local Clothing Store, Mens 1. REVOLVR Menswear 2. Murdoch’s 3. Bob Wards
Bozeman’s Choice Local Clothing Store, Womens 1. Whiskey and Lace 2. Evrgreen 3. Apricot Lane
42
Bozeman’s Choice 2022
www.bozemanmagazine.com
SHOPPING & SPENDING Bozeman’s Choice Local Insurance Office
1. Big Sky Benefit Solutions 2. State Farm- Dan Rust 3. FOUR WAY TIE: Farm Bureau / CJ Mayer, First West Insurance, Gallatin Ins / Nick Knight State Farm / Jeff Weedin
Bozeman’s Choice Local Mortgage Lender
1. The Wood Team - Colleen Wood 2. TIE: Amber Docken Fairway Mortgage & Shannon and Graver Team at Cornerstone Home Lending 3. TIE: Fairway Mortgage - Chris Opstedal Fairway Mortgage Big Sky
Bozeman’s Choice Medical Marijuana Dispensary 1. Grizzly Pine 2. Mountain High 3. In The Trees Industries
Bozeman’s Choice Local Moving Company 1. On The Move 2. Move It, LLC 3. TIE: Mesa Moving & Storage & Rock Steady Movers
Bozeman’s Choice New Business
Bozeman’s Choice Place for Gamers
Bozeman’s Choice Place to buy Made In Montana Items
1. Rook’s Games and More 2. Game Stop - Mall 3. Game Stop - 19th Ave
1. Montana Gift Corral 2. La Cuisine 3. THREE WAY TIE: The Coffee Pot & The Farmers Market & Sassy Sisters
Bozeman’s Choice Place for Jewelry
Bozeman’s Choice Place To Buy Music
1. Miller’s Jewelry 2. Alara 3. Sage Creek Jewelry
1. Cactus Records 2. Wax Museum 3. Vargos
Bozeman’s Choice Place To Buy a Car
1. Ressler Motors 2. JC Billion 3. TIE: Bozeman Ford & Peak Cars
Bozeman’s Choice Place to Buy an Instrument 1. Music Villa 2. Eckroth
Bozeman’s Choice Place to Buy Furniture 1. UFS 2. Bobcat Mattress 3. Outwest Furniture
Bozeman’s Choice Place To Buy Shoes 1. Schnee’s 2. Whiskey and Lace 3. Murdoch’s
Bozeman’s Choice Real Estate Agent 1. Lisa Garrison 2. Brooke Passmore 3. Shawn Gaugler
Bozeman’s Choice Salon 1. Evolve Hair Design 2. Capelli’s Salon and Day Spa 3. Theory
1. La Cuisine 2. The ELM 3. Bourbon
Bozeman’s Choice Oral Surgeon 1. Bozeman Oral Surgery 2. Dr. Chisdak 3. Dr. Wallis
Bozeman’s Choice Orthodontic Practice 1. Sayre Orthodontic 2. Dr. Fred Schwendeman 3. Bozeman Orthodontics
Bozeman’s Choice Pet-Related Business (Non-Veterinary) 1. Dee-O-Gee 2. Andie’s Paws & Claws LLC 3. Bridger Animal Nutrition
Bozeman’s Choice Place For a Massage
1. Absaroka Pain and Rehab 2. Canyon River Spa 3. Ludka Didier Pressburg Massage
www.bozemanmagazine.com
Bozeman’s Choice 2022
43
Bozeman’s Choice Shop For Gifts 1. Heyday 2. Montana Gift Corral 3. La Cuisine
Bozeman’s Choice Smoke Shop
1. Grateful Shed 2. Poor Richard’s 3. TIE: Mellow Mood & Smokin’ Smitty’s
Bozeman’s Choice Spa 1. Canyon River Spa 2. The Loft Spa 3. Martelli Salon & Spa
Bozeman’s Choice Tattoo Shop 1. East Main Ink 2. Aether Tattoo Club 3. Element Tattoo
Bozeman’s Choice Used/Thrift Store
1. Sacks 2. Twice Treasured Thrift in Four Corners 3. Goodwill
Bozeman’s Choice Veterinary Clinic
1. Cottonwood Veterinary Hospital 2. Hardaway Veterinary Hospital 3. TIE: Baxter Creek Vet & Black Dog Veterinary Services
Bozeman’s Choice Wedding Planner
1. Bijou Weddings by Design 3. Bash 3. THREE WAY TIE: Beautifully Born Events, Happenings, & Katalin Green
Bozeman’s Choice Wedding/Portrait Photographer
1. 40 watt 2. TIE: Notarius Photography & Shanna Mae Photography 3. TIE: KT Kaptures & Lo Hunto Photo & Film
Bozeman’s Choice Window Display 1. Cactus Records & Gifts 2. Intrigue ink 3. Whiskey and Lace
44
Bozeman’s Choice 2022
www.bozemanmagazine.com
SHOPPING & SPENDING
www.bozemanmagazine.com
Bozeman’s Choice 2022
45
www.bozemanmagazine.com
Bozeman’s Choice 2022
47
48
Bozeman’s Choice 2022
www.bozemanmagazine.com
All listings are subject to change. Check ahead for full details.