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Nite Owl / Back Room

Columbia Falls, Montana · Glacier National Park

Why stop here: Nite Owl / Back Room is a $ american pick in Columbia Falls for Glacier National Park travelers. Order Broasted chicken.

CuisineAmerican
Price$
TownColumbia Falls
NearGlacier National Park

Half diner, half smokehouse, all Columbia Falls institution — the Back Room opens at 4 pm for hickory-smoked ribs and the broasted chicken locals swear by. Truckers, tourists, and huge portions at small-town prices.

What to order

Broasted chicken

At Nite Owl / Back Room, Roamward highlights Broasted chicken because it gives travelers a clear first order instead of leaving the meal to guesswork. Use it as the anchor, then check the current menu before you go.

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Updated July 2026. Restaurant hours, menus, and reservation policies change — confirm before you go.

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