Bear Pit - Yellowstone National Park

The building is truly remarkable—it's as grand as a cathedral yet manages to feel warm and inviting. The dining room is elegantly furnished, with tables arranged in a way that allows for privacy from other diners. The waitstaff are incredibly friendly and handle their duties with grace. The food is quite good; while the salads might be a bit simple, the appetizers, soups, and main courses are outstanding. There's also a great selection of wines.

However, recent changes due to the pandemic have altered the dining experience quite a bit. Their offerings have diminished, and reservations are now handled on a first-come, first-served basis. The buffet is rather limited and doesn't provide a wide variety. That said, some of the food is still good, and my family enjoyed the meat selections. The Old Faithful Inn Dining Room remains a wonderful place, and I sincerely hope it can return to the beloved spot I've come to cherish. I have great faith that they can recover and thrive again. It’s clear that the pandemic has impacted not just our lives but also the restaurant industry as a whole.

Once you're inside, expect to wait about 20 minutes at the buffet line for your food. This place is more of a one-time visit rather than a repeat destination. The buffet selection was somewhat limited, but everything we tried was decent—not exceptional, but still enjoyable. Overall, it was a good experience, and I would happily go again. Also, don't forget to ask your server for the cream to go with the apple pie!

Well, as they're short on the staff, it was a buffet style dinner. Prime Rib was good. I loved the tomato base Gouda red pepper soup. Absolutely delicious! I wanted to hold a star for the buffet and not table service full menu, but it's not her fault that nobody wants to work anymore.

Rowr! If you had asked me to describe a bar called Bear Pit, that's not what I would have imagined. This is the next bar of old faith! Need a drink...