Lisa at The Raven restaurant and bar in Woods Bay, MT, a few miles south of Bigfork, sends word of an awesome idea. They’ve now got voting cards at the restaurant allowing beer drinkers to vote for what Montana brew gets to be “Next Beer on Tap.”  I’m occasionally surprised at the relative lack of tap rotation at my favorite joints and it’s great to see The Raven getting interactive and keeping it fresh.

With Tamarack, Glacier, and Great Northern nearby, there’s a lot to choose from just in the immediate area. And it appears Flathead Lake Brewing, located just across the highway from The Raven, is set to reopen in March.  So, while you’re in the area at the Bigfork Brewfest, head down to The Raven and cast your vote.  Or stop in anytime for one of the best views of the lake while dining and drinking.  I took this picture there to taunt friends during a visit back in June. It worked. Thursdays bring extra incentive: $1.00 off pints and growlers each week on Thirsty Thursdays.