The Windmill & Bar 51

3429 N Transtech Way, Billings
(406) 252-8100

Recent Reviews

Mary Alice Ewart

Pot roast was like my Mom used to make.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Pot Roast

B EP

Our past experiences have been amazing, the food , the drinks, the atmosphere and the wait staff. I don’t know if Tera B , our waitress tonight, was having a bad day but it seemed that we were an inconvenience to her. She didn’t seem to have an eye for detail or perhaps didn’t seem to care what we wanted. Ordered water with no ice. Didn’t care. Asked for straws…twice. The straw that broke the camels back is when we got our steamed clams with burnt black bread, literally. She didn’t become ‘kind’ until she delivered the bill and called me ‘darlin’. In short, we didn’t feel welcomed or appreciated.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 1

Spencer Hanser

Great service fantastic

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Stewart Strever

I had the ribeye and added 2 prawns; it was an amazing dinner. Wife had halibut. Best and biggest portions anywhere. We sat in the booth in the bar and had great service as well. Last couple of dinners at R&C House were not good experiences so we decided we needed to change restaurants. Glad we did.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Heather S.

We went on a Saturday night (and didn't realize it was prom night). We couldn't get into the main restaurant because we didn't have a reservation. Not a big deal, there is a variety of seating in the bar area. We sat ourselves and waited for what felt like a long 4-5 minutes before being acknowledged. Finally, a waitress came over....once she came over, there were absolutely zero complaints on service. She was 5 stars!! We ordered some beer. Unsure of what I wanted, I ordered a flight and took recommendations from the waitress -- I'm glad I did! She recommended an IPA I would have never ordered and it was amazing! Salads were great -- absolutely no complaints. I ordered halibut tacos, which were good but not the best fish tacos I've ever had. My husband had the ribeye and was less than pleased. Temperature-wise, it was cooked perfect. Tenderness was not there -- very tough. He is not very picky when it comes to protein, but he didn't finish his steak. Ribeye was 2 stars. We will likely be back, but will stay clear of the steaks. Pics were taken mid-consumption. The flight beers arrived full and the tacos arrived with 3.

Scott K.

There were four of us. They forgot my meal. Not forgotten in the kitchen. Never even cooked it.

Abbey A.

Service and overall team was good. The food is the review here. Receipt is attached... One of the nicer places in the Billings area for top notch restaurants. We go to nice places for lunch service to get the experience of the place in all aspects. First coarse. The Onion rings were perfect. Clean oil is the first impression. We hope that is always the case and these were on point with any food critic. Delicate batter that clung to the onion and fresh. But again, good oil temp and clean fryer showed in this case. We asked if We could order from the dinner menu during lunch and was granted in the same moment of the question. Shows a talent in the kitchen that way and management also. Plus the lunch menu is small for choices. Chicken Fried Steak. Good ground beef that was formed well and held the fry pressure. The pasta dish with Shrimp and Scallop. If My dish I would have returned but My shyest enjoyed the flavor so I obliged. Here's the rub.... Yes the shrimp were cleaned and bien removed, but the shrimp was made of rubber from result of overcooking with the sauce. These shrimp were size 35 most likely so cook time is about 1.5 mins. To be tossed as the sauce is completing, not to marinate with the entire toss as it sautés for :05. Otherwise the sauce was good, pasta good Al dente but the shrimp was a failure. With that We will return but We hope this observation is addressed and the KM coaches the delicacies of the small shrimp and last minute cook process in the sauces moving forward. All that being said, We did tip 30% and were in the Windmill for about 1.5 hours. Good lunch experience ..... PS.... Apparently photo won't load, bill was around $68. Plus 30% tip. Cash ticket and tip Thursday Lunch from around 11:30 - 1:pm Onion Rings Chk Fry Steak Shrimp and Scallop dinner item Scotch Ale and a Pepsi Booth party of Two Male server

Hapo Renken

This was our first visit as we live out of town. I made a reservation online Saturday evening for Sunday at 5:30. Upon arrival, we were told even with a reservation, we would have to wait to be seated as a large group was arriving and would take precedence. Not the best first impression! We were invited to eat in the bar and we chose that rather than have to wait who knows how long. Once seated, our waitress provided excellent service and the food was very good. I would definitely come again even though we felt we were downgraded by a larger group.

Corey Williams

Had a great timeFood was great drinks were great loved

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

MelisaK

Our server was very, very nice but definitely could tell inexperienced. Should train servers more on proper wine service at the table. My parents were in from out of town so I had never eaten properly inside before. My dad owned/managed restaurants so can be hard to please but some things should be known like offering the bottle before opening and giving a small taste to try THEN pouring the lady first. Also a med rare steak at a higher end restaurant like this should be a no brainer. We appreciate the try but definitely needs work on training. The food was delicious and atmosphere waa good until they started turning off the lights around us and very pointedly letting us know we were the only people in the ENTIRE restaurant even though is was an hour before closing. Do better

Renee Hanson

Phenomenal service margarita food and ambience.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jeanne Wagner

The service was outstanding! Our waiter (young, tall, shoulder length curly hair)took great care of our group of 25+ppl with attentiveness, excellent timing, attention to detail, very friendly and professional. Prompt check backs and made sure drinks were always full, was knowledgeable and accommodating. The food was good (a bit overpriced), steak was cooked perfectly, the drinks were outstanding (again a bit overpriced) and it was very drafty near the window. But overall, a great experience. As someone who has been in the business almost 30 years and huge on customer service, this kid really stood out and I was impressed by how young, yet professional and personable he was without seeming phony. I sure hope he is recognized for his outstanding work there. He should be a trainer at minimum.

Chuck Spoonheim

Always excellent!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We are a little disappointed in the amount of money we paid for what we ordered. The food was average, nothing spectacular. Our server was just going through the motions as well. I would go elsewhere if you're looking for a great meal and experience.

Cody Schwend

Had a good dinner.

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