Scissorbills Saloon
A quintessential ski bar on the slopes of Big Sky Resort, known for massive nachos, live music, and a lively dive bar atmosphere.
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Scissorbills Saloon
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A quintessential ski bar on the slopes of Big Sky Resort, known for massive nachos, live music, and a lively dive bar atmosphere.
Share the Nachos
The 'large' nachos are massive – perfect for sharing with your group to save money.
Happy Hour Deals
Visit during happy hour for good deals on drinks and a chance to save on your tab.
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Cuisine
American Pub Food
Price
Mid-range
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Nachos Galore
Rave-worthy nachos served in massive portions, perfect for sharing after a day on the slopes.
Authentic Ski Bar Vibe
A true dive bar experience with live music, cold beer, and a lively atmosphere.
Affordable Apre-Ski
Budget-friendly drinks and pub food, a welcome respite from pricier resort options.
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Share the Nachos
The 'large' nachos are massive – perfect for sharing with your group to save money.
Happy Hour Deals
Visit during happy hour for good deals on drinks and a chance to save on your tab.
Embrace the Dive Bar
Expect a loud, dive bar atmosphere with live music and a fun, casual vibe.
Pitcher Value
Pitchers of beer offer great value, especially for groups or those looking to moderate spending.
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Share the Nachos
The 'large' nachos are massive – perfect for sharing with your group to save money.
Happy Hour Deals
Visit during happy hour for good deals on drinks and a chance to save on your tab.
Embrace the Dive Bar
Expect a loud, dive bar atmosphere with live music and a fun, casual vibe.
Pitcher Value
Pitchers of beer offer great value, especially for groups or those looking to moderate spending.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Scissorbills Saloon is a beloved dive bar at Big Sky Resort, praised for its massive portions of delicious pub food like nachos and burgers, and its authentic, lively ski-bar atmosphere. While some reviewers note slow service or a dated ambiance, the value and generous servings make it a popular choice for après-ski and a casual meal.
"Finally found a spot that serves Guinness—surprisingly rare to come by at this resort! The fries were perfectly crisp, the dessert was absolutely mouthwatering, and the bartender, MJ, made the experience even better with her awesome energy. Definitely a place I’d come back to!"
Deanna
"Nice little on mountain bar, dated but has the old big sky vibe which if fun. Had chili which was good, took awhile to get our food but the server was by herself and one person in the kitchen."
Peter G
"Wow, I’m surprised I wasn’t at Dick’s Last Resort here with our waitress. We had a couple questions on the menu and she sighed and rolled her eyes at us. Food was decent, I’ll give it that. For our table of 3 on one bill, she charged us 20% tip and said “we can do whatever we want” when their menu states groups of 7 or more or split checks. It wasn’t busy either, there were 4 other tables with customers. Very disappointing with the service - maybe being a little more pleasant would result in better tips."
Kylie Terp
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, it's considered family-friendly, especially with its large portions and casual atmosphere, though it can get lively with music and crowds.
The nachos are legendary for their massive size and great taste. Burgers and cheesesteaks are also highly recommended.
Yes, live music is a regular feature, contributing to the bar's lively and authentic ski bar atmosphere.
It's a classic ski dive bar with a loud, energetic vibe, lots of TVs for sports, and a great place to unwind.
Absolutely! It's located slopeside in the Mountain Village, making it easy to ski-in and ski-out.
Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. Be prepared for a potential wait during peak hours.
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Go for nachos or wings and a beer at Scissorbills after a day of skiing or riding. This laid-back bar in the heart of the village is the perfect place to kick back and enjoy live music or a sports game while refueling with hearty pub bites served in red baskets.
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Scissorbills Saloon is the quintessential ski bar located right on the slopes of Big Sky Resort. It’s the ideal spot for apres-ski with its lively atmosphere and a robust menu featuring hearty pub fare. Known for its friendly service and live entertainment, Scissorbills offers locals and visitors a place to unwind after a day on the mountain with good food, cold drinks, and great company.
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If what you are looking for in a meal around Big Sky is really more of a night of drinks that happens to include an amazing meal, then you are for sure going to want to try out Scissorbills Saloon. As you might guess from the name, they have plenty of great cocktails and drinks, as well as plenty of craft Montana beer. And of course they have plenty of great food on the menu as well.
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Perched atop the third floor of an unassuming commercial building, Scissorbills Saloon is a dive bar in the best sense of the phrase. The crowd is lively, the bartenders are chatty and attentive and the music is booming. The menu features no-frills yet satisfying selections such as spicy Thai wings and a Philly cheesesteak dripping with onions and melted cheese.
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A local favorite with regular live music, the appropriately grungy saloon is full of character. Here you’ll find all your favorite bar foods with a variety of local beers, a full bar, and plenty of spiked hot drinks. Located in the Mountain Village, Scissorbills is located slope-side making it easy to ski-in-ski-out to warm up with a drink and food.
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Scissorbills Saloon: Mere steps from the Mountain Village, Scissorbills is an institution loved by tourists and locals alike. Après skiers come here for a relaxed atmosphere, equal parts family-friendly and dive bar. Enjoy better-than-average bar food, generous portions, and perhaps one or three rounds with the shot ski.
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At the base of Lone Peak in Big Sky, you’ll find this lively local’s favorite. Scissorbills Saloon is the perfect stop after a day skiing the slopes or biking the trails. The hamburgers and steaks come from locally raised, hormone and antibiotic free beef from Bozeman, MT. Weekly live entertainment is also provided.
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Best nightlife spot: On a weekend or a karaoke night the Broken Spoke, Scissorbills or Milkies are bumping. If you want something where maybe you plan on learning the name of whoever you might be hitting on that night, go to the Riverhouse all the way down in the canyon or head to the Carabiner.
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The best place for proper après ski festivities is to ski in to Scissorbills Saloon (3rd floor of the Arrowhead Mall). The food is cheap but it’s not very good unless you’re ravenous. Your main objective here should be the beer.
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Dive into a huge plate of nachos and enjoy the live music at this locally owned, “old Big Sky” saloon. It’s tucked away slopeside on the third floor of the Arrowhead Mall, ask around in the resort base area and you’ll find it.
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Scissor Bills Saloon can be a good choice as well, but service is sometimes slow and it can be loud inside. Kids menu and standard pub fare is offered.
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Montana Jacks and Scissorbills also have live bands on weekends and holidays, with a very casual come in ski boots or whatever vibe.
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