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Silo's Junction

BarsTownsend, MT

4.3 out of 5 stars4.3(198 reviews)

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+1 406-266-5000
6999 US-287, Townsend, MT 59644, United States
$10–20 · Reported by 7 people

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About Silo's Junction

Silo's Junction is a bar on US-287 in Townsend, set with tables that overlook Canyon Ferry Lake. Gambling machines sit around the dining room alongside standard cafe-style tables and a few raised tables with stools for larger groups. The menu runs to 45 dishes, including Crab Rangoon, Cheese Curds, and Fried Pickles, with Onion Rings, Pot Stickers, and Red Pepper Poppers also on offer. A bartender prepares food behind the bar. It operates on a walk-in basis, open Tuesday through Sunday and closed Mondays. Bills carry a credit card fee, plus charges for to-go boxes and fountain drink refills.

Good to know

  • Reservations
    Walk-in only
  • Parking
    Free of charge street parking · Free parking lot · Plenty of parking
  • Accessibility
    Has wheelchair-accessible car park · Has wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible toilet

Menu & Prices

45 dishes · mains $1–95
  • Crab Rangoon$9.00
  • Onion Rings$9.00
  • Cheese Curds$9.00
  • Fried Pickles$9.00
  • Pot Stickers$9.00
  • Red Pepper Poppers$9.00
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Reviews

4.3/5
198 reviews

What reviewers say

Reviewers most often mention ol' baldy burger, canyon ferry lake view, tots instead of fries and deep fried hamburger.

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Customer Review Summary

Reviewers most often return for the burgers, especially the Ol' Baldy topped with bacon and jalapeños, describing them as juicy and flavorful, though one group found the Confederate Burger just average, calling it "a long drive for an average burger." Close behind, the pizza draws praise, with one diner calling their Alfredo pizza "solid" and another highlighting a bartender who made pizza after hours during an ice fishing trip. Several also mention the view over Canyon Ferry reservoir and friendly, attentive staff. A recurring gripe involves pricing: one reviewer objected to a credit card fee, a charge for to-go boxes, and being billed for a fountain drink refill, while another described the boneless wings as tasting like fast-food nuggets and called the prices excessive for what was served. Overall, most describe satisfying meals and friendly bartenders, with one recalling a breakdown nearby that led to being welcomed in and fed.

Featured reviews

  • trisha reed
    “This is one of the coolest coffee stands around. 🐄 Although I only get to patronize them when I'm traveling, each and every visit has been positive. Their espresso is good and strong and their breakfast sandwiches are delicious.”
  • Alisha Waldron
    “Food was excellent, waitress was nice. Was charged a cc fee, for to go boxes, and for 1 refill on a fountain drink. Seems that charging 2.50 for fountain drinks should have enough profit margin for a refill. Burger was $18 (and it is large to be fair) so it's not like its a super cheap place to eat.”
  • JohnW Miller
    “Just over 20 miles down the highway from our home base in East Helena, MT, Silos Junction Bar and Grill has been on our list for a long time. We passed it on the way to a different 5-star restaurant review and decided to check it out. This restaurant doesn’t open until 3:00 pm so we had to adjust our ROMEO Club schedule. Joining our club this week were Steven and Luke. After the long drive we sauntered into what looked more like an emergency exit door than a restaurant front door. The waitress behind the bar cheerfully greeted us as we walked past the bar and headed for the dining area. Gambling machines were located around the room giving the restaurant a definite casino feel. Looking around the room we noticed that it had a spacious feel to it. The standard cafe-style tables are spaced well apart with a few raised tables with stools for larger groups. The chairs were metal with light padding in the important part. I found them fairly comfortable. A nice view of the lake appeared outside the windows. There was no background music which is fine with me. I ordered the half pound Ol’ Baldy burger, loaded (which adds tomato, lettuce, pickles, and onions), and for a couple bucks more I added bacon and jalapeños. I also choose tots instead of fries, which is always a win. I asked our waitress if Otto could get a discount on the Ol’ Baldy burger, but she just laughed. The coffee was nice and fresh, with a bold flavor and not bitter. Turns out they use a Keurig for their coffee orders. The burgers were perfectly cooked, nice and juicy and very flavorful with just a hint of pink. The bun held up well to the massive burger and nice pile of toppings. (This was definitely a multi-napkin meal.) Steven ordered the Alfredo pizza which arrived with a healthy amount of cheese and chicken. He said his pizza was “solid”. Luke ordered the Ol’ Baldy with no onion and added bacon. He also went for tots instead of fries. Otto ordered the Confederate Burger which is a half pound Angus burger with grilled mushrooms and onions and topped with melted Swiss cheese. He ordered it with extra onions and no mushrooms. Flavor reviews were mixed among our group, with Otto stating “It’s a long drive for an average burger.” Luke stated that his burger was just “Ok,” rating his meal a “B.” Steven appreciated the size of his small pizza, commenting that he was able to take half of it home for a second meal. I loved my cheeseburger and tots. It was the perfect flavor combination to meet my expectations. This restaurant is located out in the middle of nowhere specifically to meet the needs of the folks who are living or vacationing at Canyon Ferry Lake in the Silos Junction area. So if you’re enjoying the lake life and get “the hungries” (after 3pm) then the Silos Junction Bar & Grill is an excellent choice for dinner. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
  • 6th Son
    “It is a great little bar and grill outside of town. The staff was friendly and attentive, food was good. It is not fancy but it will do just fine.”
  • Maverick Taylor
    “Ordered boneless wings and they were just McDonald's chicken nuggets with some sauce drizzled on top, appetizers were over cooked and everything was over priced for being fast food when their menu claims they don't serve fast food. Pretty sure the only reason they are even still in business is the drunk people coming off the lake who are to drunk to realize they are getting robbed.”

Hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Highlights

  • Has bar games
  • Has fast service
  • Has great beer selection
  • Serves great cocktails
  • Good for watching sport
  • Popular for good for solo dining

Amenities

  • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Free of charge street parking
  • Has outdoor seating
  • Offers takeaway
  • Serves dine-in
  • Serves food at bar
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  • Casual
  • Serves beer
  • Serves food
  • Serves happy-hour drinks
  • Serves spirits
  • Has table service
Dining options· 1
  • Has seating
Highlights· 5
  • Has bar games
  • Has fast service
  • Has great beer selection
  • Serves great cocktails
  • Good for watching sport
Popular for· 1
  • Good for solo dining
Offerings· 4
  • Serves alcohol
  • Serves cocktails
  • Serves happy-hour food
  • Serves wine
Facilities· 1
  • Has toilet
Accessibility· 2
  • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Atmosphere· 2
  • Cosy
  • Trendy
Crowd· 2
  • Good for groups
  • Popular with tourists
Parking· 2
  • Free parking lot
  • Plenty of parking

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