The Celtic Cowboy Pub and Restaurant

We waited for 15 mins to be seated. Both waiters passed up several times said absolutely nothing to us. There is a sign that says hostess will seat you. The whole place was maybe 1/4 full. We continued to wait another 10 minutes then left and had to go to another restaurant.

100/10, will be returning. I ordered an amaretto sour and the bartender asked me if I wanted an egg white in it. Nobody has asked me that in years.

Also, the potato pancake was better than my mother’s. I didn’t think that was possible.

Also, they have a ton of gluten free options.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

It was really loud, but decent food, and fun night out.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 3

Service: 3

Christian was the best server! Great food and beer. Highly recommend

Our waitress Ariah was fantastic. The place was packed and she still was friendly and didn't forget anyone's drinks! She was great!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

What a fun place. Family friendly, great good, awesome service.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Fantastic place to eat. We were visiting from Nashville and stopped in for dinner. They had a live band playing as well. The food was fantastic and the atmosphere was incredible. The music was so good. My wife and I had one memorable evenings. Must visit.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

If you’re hungry in Great Falls and looking for a spot that blends local history, great food, and vibrant culture, the Celtic Cowboy is a must-visit. Housed in a thoughtfully preserved turn-of-the-century building, it offers a unique mix of old-world charm and a modern, creative menu. The restaurant has an innovative menu with an Irish twist. The Celtic Reuben, made with corned beef, was my favorite, with the Celtic Burger a close second. Don’t leave without trying the homemade bread pudding—it’s rich, satisfying, and easily enough for two. The pub boasts a large lineup of beer and wine on draft, including local favorites like Moose Drool, which might need two napkins. Whether you prefer classic options like Harp, Guiness or Smithwick or funky local brews, the wide selection ensures you’ll find something to enjoy. The slow-poured Guinness alone adds plenty of points. Plus, the location is just a few blocks from the Missouri River trail, making it the perfect place to end a long hike.

If you’re in Great Falls and looking for an establishment that combines local history, great food, and local culture, the Celtic Cowboy is a must-visit. Housed in a thoughtfully preserved historic building,  that's part of a turn-of-the-century block, it's a mix of old-world charm and a modern and creative menu.

The restaurant has an innovative menu with an Irish twist - the Celtic Reuben is made with corned beef and was my favorite, with the Celtic burger a close second. Don’t leave without trying the homemade bread pudding: it’s rich and enough for two.

The pub has an extensive lineup of beer and wine on draft, including one beer called Moose Drool, which might need two napkins.  Whether you’re into the classics or more funky local brews, the wide selection ensures you'll find something you'll like.  There's a real Guinness slow pour available, which adds a lot of points. You're a few blocks from the trail that runs along the Missouri River; this is a good place to wind up after a long hike.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great food but we noticed an issue with their seat yourself arrangement. We were seated for at least 10 minutes before I had to call a waiter over to get our order started. Before you ask it, it was not busy and other people arrived after us and were being taken care of. Still love the food and atmosphere and will be back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 3

The classic margherita pizza is made from tomato sauce, mozzarella, basil and olive oil. The Celtic Cowboy shows on their menu a margherita pizza that is made with pesto, mozzarella, and tomato.

I told the server that I have an allergy to Parmesan cheese. This is NOT a food preference. It is a real allergy to the mold in aged cheeses. I asked the server if I could get the margherita pizza without the pesto (which has Parmesan) and have it made with only.. mozzarella, tomatoes and basil.

The server said “Yes, that will be easy. I will tell the kitchen you have an allergy to Parmesan cheese”.

The margherita pizza arrives without pesto, but with CHUNKS of Parmesan sliced on top!! I show this to the waiter. He apologizes and takes it away. It gets better. The remake.. also had chunks of Parmesan.. this time mostly melted into the mozzarella.

I’m thankful the smell was so nauseating. If the pizza had not been super-hot.. I might not have been able to smell the Parmesan and.. easily could have taken a bite.. which would have resulted in either vomiting or my throat swelling.. unless I used my EpiPen.

At this point.. the Manager comes out. She is not apologetic at all. She is visibly angry.. at me!! She obviously didn’t believe (and didn’t care) that I had an allergy.

I tried politely explaining that I have a true allergy to the mold in aged cheeses. I told her that I… (1) informed my server about the allergy, (2) asked about the ingredients to confirm the menu, (3) and then asked for a very simple change (no pesto and obviously no extra Parmesan!).

She made it sound like it was MY fault.. (1) the kitchen ignored my allergy request 2 times, (2) the menus do not accurately list main ingredients, (3) and that her kitchen and serving staff are not adequately trained.

It gets even better. She asks me to leave. She offers a small cup of Irish stew (about the size of a cupcake) as some sort of half apology (although she never actually apologizes) and says that I have to take it to go!

Unbelievable. I should have been the one that was angry, but I like to educate uninformed people. I have a friend who died from eating a cookie with alternate ingredients that were not disclosed. Allergies are something that should be treated with great respect.

I strongly encourage anyone with allergies to be safe and never eat at the Celtic Cowboy.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 1

We love this place! Great atmosphere, staff, service, and food. The Chicken Boxty is delicious comfort food.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Love this place! It was hoppin! Great fish and chips.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Corned Beef \u0026 Cabbage, Chips, Burger

Very relaxed down home place. Perfect after a long day of work to just unwind with a great meal!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Enjoyed the unique options. The salad and sandwiches were good and reasonably priced.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5