While it’s true that the majority of Montanans would prefer a cold beverage in a dive bar to a sophisticated cocktail in a high-end spot, certain occasions in life (birthdays, anniversaries, random Tuesdays that could use some fun) simply call for a new experience. If you imbibe and love a good martini, we highly recommend paying a visit to Doc Harper’s Tavern in Billings. This local gem is a true treasure.

Doc Harper’s Tavern is located at 116 N. Broadway in downtown Billings.

Doc Harper’s Tavern / Facebook For years, this has been an iconic local hangout.

Inside you’ll find a sleek, modern space - a far cry from what you might expect from a tavern.

Doc Harper’s Tavern / Facebook That being said, the bar is inviting and the service is friendly and welcoming.

Doc Harper’s was actually named after Dr. Robert Dana Harper, an eventual Billings local who was born in Chicago and raised in Duluth.

Doc Harper’s Tavern / Facebook Dr. Harper assisted in the births of over 3,000 babies in the Sidney area alone during his career, which he called his finest achievement. And since he loved a well-made martini, the name seemed like a perfect fit.

While you’re welcoming to order an array of tasty cocktails here, martinis definitely steal the show.

Doc Harper’s Tavern / Facebook Aside from traditional gin and vodka martinis, they also make fun varieties like the Paradise Martini (Alize Gold Passion, Malibu Coconut, and passion fruit puree) and Pineapple Express (Pineapple vodka, habanero infused pineapple juice, grenadine).

Life is uncertain. Order your dessert martini first.

Doc Harper’s Tavern / Facebook Doesn’t this Key Limetini look delicious?

Of course, one cannot live off martinis alone (trust us), so make sure to order something tasty from the Small Plates menu.

Doc Harper’s Tavern / Facebook From the Italian Meatballs to the Martini Panini, you’ll find something delicious to snack on.

Doc Harper’s Tavern is open daily from 4 p.m. until midnight.

Doc Harper’s Tavern / Facebook Stop in and treat yourself the next time you’re in Billings.

A fair warning, martini lovers: deciding what to drink won’t be easy here. Check out the menu on Doc Harper’s website.

Doc Harper’s Tavern / Facebook

For years, this has been an iconic local hangout.

That being said, the bar is inviting and the service is friendly and welcoming.

Dr. Harper assisted in the births of over 3,000 babies in the Sidney area alone during his career, which he called his finest achievement. And since he loved a well-made martini, the name seemed like a perfect fit.

Aside from traditional gin and vodka martinis, they also make fun varieties like the Paradise Martini (Alize Gold Passion, Malibu Coconut, and passion fruit puree) and Pineapple Express (Pineapple vodka, habanero infused pineapple juice, grenadine).

Doesn’t this Key Limetini look delicious?

From the Italian Meatballs to the Martini Panini, you’ll find something delicious to snack on.

Stop in and treat yourself the next time you’re in Billings.

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Address: 116 N Broadway, Billings, MT 59101, USA