Neptune's Taphouse & Eatery in Montana

​Remembering!

It's been nearly 2 years!

But today, I'm remembering a fun lunch in Montana.

Livingston, Montana

In the summer of 2022, Don and I escaped the Texas heat and visited our friends in Bozeman, Montana.

Christy and Alan introduced us to this wonderful town, just 30 minutes away.  So many amazing vintage signs in such a small town!

Celebrities on Main Street?

We arrived around noon, to see a picture perfect town with charming buildings and stunning mountain views! Perfect place to film a movie. A few have been shot here. I wonder if Brad Pitt ever wandered these sidewalks back in 1992. That's when A River Runs Through It, was being shot in the area.

We didn't spot any celebs on Main Street, but could have. John Mayer's home is just down the road..

If we'd come 138 years earlier, we might have seen Calamity Jane. She married a local in Livingston in the 1886. That was before her Wild Bill Cody days!

Newer Building

There were lots of cute diners and cafes in Livingston's quaint downtown buildings. But most seemed to be closed on a Wednesday at noon.  

This one-story building wasn't as epic as the old brick structures.  

But it was OPEN. And it was so darn cute! We followed Neptune's trident... (arrow) beneath the sign!

Outside

There was a bright patio with a mural of a diver in old gear, swimming towards us!

It was surprisingly warm that day, so we headed inside.

Love a Theme!

I love old buildings, but I also love a theme. Neptune's had a good one!

Neptune! The Roman god of the Sea! I was game for an ocean theme on a hot day!

While we waited for a table, I took in all the colors. You have to love the giant spotted fish, high above the kitchen window... where they prepare fish! 

I failed to get a photo of the live aquarium.

But I captured some colorful glass fish hanging from the ceiling! A playful touch!

The underwater scene on the partition panels, reminded me of some kind of whimsical stained glass. Such bold lines and colors! 

Beachy Choices

We got a nice table near the bar and studied the equally colorful menu. There were burger options, but mostly the menu leaned towards... Seafood Fusion.

It seemed odd to think about ordering seafood or sushi, when we were about 800 miles from the nearest ocean. 

Fellow Diners

While waiting on our orders, we took in the festive atmosphere and wondered a little about our fellow diners. More tourists than locals, I would guess.

From our seats, Don and I noticed some interesting shirts at the bar. "A Kingdom will fall for a song" was written on one. People who wear curious shirts should be open to converstaion. I could have asked about that shirt.

Terlingua, Texas T-shirt

I didn't ask. But Don went over and introduced himself to the couple, in blue t-shirts. The woman's shirt had a bar scene on it. The cartoonish image looked sort of like Neptune's Bar,... but instead of people on bar stools, the image showed horses. 

Don didn't care about the cartoon horses, he had noticed the words, Terlinqua, Texas. If you've ever been to the west Texas "ghost town" of Terlingua, then you are automatically connected to anyone else who has been. They had to exchange some stories!

Lunchtime!

Our food arrived!

Christy and Alan went for burgers and tacos! I was envious when I saw that Christy's burger.

Don and I went along with the theme and ordered seafood. Don also got a beer, which made good sense because Neptune's is a Tap House! They have numerous Montana beers on tap.

Seafood Orders

It still seemed a little odd to order seafood, when we were surrounded by mountains. But I read that Neptune's tuna and seasonal catches are flown in overnight, from Hawaii.

That bit of info and the fact that I was sitting in a light and airy tropical setting, convinced me. I went for the Shrimp Tempura Roll. 

Don had Fish and Chips. My sushi disappeared fast, so I stole quite a few fries and both hushpuppies! 

The Mermaid Lounge

Before departing, I had a lovely visit to the Ladies Room. What a treat!

I give extra bonus points when a theme makes it to the restroom!

Pink stalls and wallpaper, with colorful fish! Then add in a giant clam shell and some dangling buoys and I'm extra happy!

Posing... Two Years Ago

This is a lazy post about a happy little lunch memory. 

I vaguely remember posing in the street after our lunch, but I don't recall why! Let's just say I was satisfied with our lunch adventure and leave it at that!
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