Service was so bad I had to register on this and say something eventhough this happened earlier this year in feb/march. My girlfriend, Best Friend and I went to Montanas for lunch, we arrived in a great mood, so we didnt really complain that it took at least ten minutes for anyone to greet us and find our seat eventhough the place was empty. After we were seated, given menus are table waitress came and as we were asking about the differetn types styles of ribs she blurted "you cant share or you will be charged for another order" we all looked at eachother as it was uncalled for and her tone seemed to think that she assumed that what we were planning. I figured we should have left then but my friend and gf convinced me otherwise. WHen we got our food eventhough there was only six people in the restaurant including us we couldnt see the waitress at all. she hid in the back. We had to flag her down everytime she came out. and when she arrived with her no smile she acted as if we were bothering her. This continued and when it was time to pay we discussed if we should even say anything. We called the hostess over and asked if we could speak to the manager as she was walking back to the back room she wispered something to the waitress who then came and asked why we want to talk to the manager. I told her I just had some issues about the service Immediately the waitress said well your not getting your meal for free and that the manager is not in and that she is the one in charge. SHe asked us what was wrong and we told her the service wasn't up to par. she said sorry you feel that way. I asked for a card for her manager as I was determine to let the manager know about this. When we left my gf called the number on the card and the same waitress answewred the phone and told my gf that the manager wont be in for a coule of weeks and prior to hanging up she begans laughing with another coworker and hung up. We waited a couple of weeks but had forgot the waitress name just knew she was a brunette. For someone who comes in to pay for the food one would expect positive service from the staff it was disappoininting. I have never been on this to write something negative but to this day it bothers me and will never go to montanas ever nor will i encourage others to go no one deserves that kind of service. The food is def. not worth taking a chance.

We went for dinner Saturday night and were seated at a large booth. We ordered the pork side ribs and back ribs, regular size. The back ribs were very meaty and a good size. The side ribs were fattier, chewier and tasty too. You pick one side dish, we had baked potato and fries. The included cornbread was way too sweet, sticky and dense, we prefer the lighter version in cornbread. Our server was quite friendly and the atmosphere was good. We will return..

Went there on the weekend for Valentine's as we didn't make a reservation elsewhere and Montana's doesn't take reservations anyway. We arrived before 6:00pm to make sure we get a table and even after 6 it didn't get too too busy, I guess it isn't the most romantic choice for Valentine's. Anyway, we use to really like the ribs here because they were well-marinated, tender and served at the right temperature but the last 3 times or so, the ribs were served less than warm and we were quite disappointed. This time I ordered the half rack of back ribs but they were thick, fatty and tough... very disappointing! I enjoyed my dessert, a cholate-dipped cone at Dairy Queen way more than dinner!!!

Went to Montana's last night w/my fiance's B-Day and had a mediocre time.

Food: Solid ribs as usual. We ordered their chicken wings to start, which were pretty good. A bit too much breading for my liking. I especially enjoyed their corn bread. One thing we both regretted ordering there were their cocktails (where's the alcohol? Or is it meant to just taste like syrup?)

Service: Where to start..where to start. First, the hostesses were fairly rude and didn't seem to know what was going on around them. After waiting 30 minutes, we were finally seated and greeted by our waitress. Long story short - our waitress was never around. She didn't do any quality checks or even come back to ask if we wanted other drinks once we were finished with the ones we had. I don't think I saw her smile even once last night! When we did want/need something, we had to flag her down.

Value: solid.

Ambiance: I think I'm done w/the quirky family style decor they have going on there.

Overall: if I ever want ribs from Montana's again I'll just go to the Langley location.

This is an update of a review I did a year ago.

On our visit to Montana's of Coquitlam on 26 November 2008 the food was very good. We had the AYCE Baby Back ribs with Texas Bold sauce. On this occasion the ribs were excellent, both the original rack AND the refills.

The problem on this visit was the NOISE. Not only were we subjected to the foolish moose head birthday routine over and over, once right beside our table, but a fire alarm also went off and lasted every two or three seconds for fifteen to twenty minutes non-stop before the manager had the presence of mind to turn it off! This was more than annoying and basically spoiled the whole evening. People do not go to a restaurant to be annoyed by gratuitous auditory stimuli but to have a relaxing and enjoyable time. Such was not the case at Montana's of Coquitlam on this particular evening. I have never been subjected to such a noisy, unrelaxing and raucous time at a restaurant before.

To top it all off, at check-out we were left an automated digital device which did not function correctly and required the assistance of the waitress to finish paying the bill! Extremely annoying.

On this occasion the food was good but the rest of the experience was dismal.

It will be a L-O-N-G time, if ever again, that we patronize Montana's of Coquitlam. There is a plethora of relaxing and equally good restaurants in the Tri-Cities area which we will attend before being subjected to the horrendous racket and other annoyances which we endured to-night.

We wanted to try something new and went to Montana's for some ribs. There were 3 of us and we ordered beef ribs, ribs and chicken (white meat), and ribs and chicken (wings). The wings were pretty good. They coat them in cornmeal which makes them extra crispy. The white meat chicken was only average and a bit bland. The back ribs we got with honey garlic sauce and they were fantastic! Tender and very flavorful. We ordered the beef ribs with Rickard's honey brown sauce and to our surprise, it was also very tender and juicy. We thought since it's beef it may be a bit tougher, but it wasn't at all.

The service was pleasant and attentative. Our waitress often came by and checked on us. The ambience may seem a bit childish, with paper table cloths and crayons to draw on them, but we loved it! While waiting for the food we had a great time doodling comics about each other.

Overall it's a great restaurant for family or friends get-togethers, but the atmosphere is probably not for any diner looking for sophistication or elegance. We will be back for sure.

My wife and I tried this place on a Wednesday evening which happens to be 'all you can eat ribs night.' You pay $26.99 for all you can eat ribs. The full rack comes with 12 good sized ribs and for $25.99 and the regular rack, 6 ribs, $19.99. Comes with beans and choice of one side. Was OK, the meat did not fall off the bone like it can at places like Dix in Yaletown. Service was OK, though I can sure see food and service being variable here.

Yesterday was our daughters birthday. We didn't have time to go downtown, but wanted to give something new a try.

Montana's has been open for awhile in our area, but we have never been.

We all had different items, and they were all solid. Nothing spectacular but definately acceptable.

At the end of our meal they put a funny hat on our 13 year old's daughters head and sang her happy birthday. She was definately embarrased and it made us all laugh.

We have some good pictures, and would definately go there again for a family outing.

I wouldn't trek too far to eat here, but when I am at the mall or nearby, and would like to eat lunch somewhere, this is a great place. They have affordable lunch specials for good, hearty food. Dinners are great and affordable. Ambiance is neat, too. It's a unique place in a town full of the usual suspects.

I love the Ribs here, but the restaurant is a little too "open" all around you so a bit noisy. I've been back several times though....Huge servings, friendly staff and quick....Prices are ok..not too high, not too low.

I'm not crazy about the tables and chairs here...not overly comfortable...but the food makes it worthwhile.