about us

A BREWERY & RESTAURANT IN HISTORIC DOWNTOWN WHITEFISH WHERE LOCALS AND VISITORS CAN ENJOY GREAT BEER, FOOD AND MUSIC. Come to Blackstar for a great downtown Whitefish experience! We've got amazing pizza, salads, burgers, and sandwiches that will make your taste buds dance. Plus, our welcoming atmosphere is sure to make you feel right at home. IT STARTS WITH GOOD PEOPLE. Blackstar offers a relaxed atmosphere to enjoy great beer, food, and music while taking in some of the town’s most picturesque views of its beloved Big Mountain. The Great Northern Brewing Company was originally built by renowned architect Joe Esherick in 1994, for the purpose of making Blackstar Double Hopped Golden Lager and other fine beers, and served the community of Whitefish for many years. Wanting to preserve this iconic downtown landmark, Rob Isackson oversaw the careful renovation of the spectacular space as a brewery restaurant. The creative design team, of the acclaimed CRÈME / Jun Aizaki Architecture agency, utilized local wood and natural materials as well as a color palette inspired by the historic train cars that were part of the Great Northern Railway, to stay true to the natural beauty of the region and the town’s railroading past. The space covers three floors, including several balconies and a rooftop terrace, and is designed to be conducive to gatherings both large and small, achieving a sense of intimacy in spite of the building’s impressive proportions.