Chubby's Bar & Grill

I was in town visiting the in-laws and they were just raving about this place. We went on a Friday night, Prime Rib night apparently, and it was very busy. I had read the Yelp reviews beforehand and was pretty excited for the food. I wasn't super hungry so I opted for a burger (there really isn't much on the menu but burgers, steaks, or prime rib). It was ok, not great. Fries were nicely seasoned. We did get a lot of weird looks I think because we weren't regulars (trust me, two city lesbians stood out like a sore thumb). Overall I just really dont see why everyone raves about this place. It was good, but not great. But I guess for what is available in that area of Montana this place is probably the best of the best.

This place is a cool local spot.  Not overly spacious, and not pretentious by any stretch of the imagination.  Serve standard bar fare along with some big steaks and other specialties.  Our waiter was attentive, but not overly friendly.

This ain't no podunk shack.  Consider this the closest thing to a gastropub in the Helena area.

The quality of the meat and seafood here rivals that of large US cities...at a much better price.

This claim is evidenced in their prime rib and king crab legs.  The prime rib is of superior quality (well marbled) and the crab legs are full of succulent & sweet meat.  You will not feel jipped for burning the gas to drive to this place.  Service is quick and attentive.  Decor is Montana casual, but the food is deserving of a more upscale environment.  Definitely a Montana bar feel.  Nevertheless, let the food speak for itself and come treat yourself to an experience.  Also, they chop the leftover prime rib for chili on football Sundays...and offer it for FREE.  Their chocolate lava cake is great with an ice cold shot of Jaeger.  

You will not leave hungry.  Their portions are generous and this is definitely NOT quantity over quality.  You just get a generous portion of quality fare here!