Pink Heifer Saloon & Smokehouse
An aerial view of the historic Monticello House and surrounding Monticello neighborhood

The Monticello Mothership

Barbecue, music, and history under one roof.

The original Pink Heifer. Settle into the historic Monticello House for USDA Prime brisket, a full saloon, live music, and private celebrations.

Current hours

149 North Main St., Monticello, WI(608) 938-9037
Monday – Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
5 PM – 9 PM
Friday – Saturday
12 PM – 10 PM
Sunday
12 PM – 7 PM

Coming up on the Saloon Stage

Richardson Acoustic


6:00 PM to 9:00 PM Central Time

View Full Music Schedule
USDA Prime carved brisket from Pink Heifer Monticello

The food

The long way tastes better.

Prime brisket, pulled pork, smoked chicken, ribs, Wagon Rolls, and scratch-made comfort food. Every plate starts with patience and real smoke.

Make more of the visit

Dinner is only the beginning.

The Pink Heifer Saloon Stage and dining room in Monticello

The Saloon Stage

Dinner, drinks, and live music on the Saloon Stage. See who is playing next.

See live music
Birdie’s Dance Hall set for a private gathering

Birdie’s Private Events

A historic dance hall for weddings, celebrations, business events, and gatherings.

Explore private events
Pink Heifer StageCoach One food trailer ready for catering and events

Catering and StageCoach One

Bring the SmokeShow to your office, celebration, festival, or community event.

Plan catering

Visiting our Madison location?

Join the Heifer Herd.

Join the Heifer Herd and get a $10 Pink Heifer restaurant credit. The $10 welcome credit is redeemable in store only at Pink Heifer BBQ Saloon in Madison. Earn one point for every $1 spent.

Locations

Two restaurants. One Pink Heifer family.

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Pink Heifer Saloon and Smokehouse in Monticello

Monticello

The Mothership

Full-service barbecue, a complete saloon, live music, and private spaces at 149 North Main St.

Monticello details
Pink Heifer BBQ Saloon in Madison

Madison

State Street BBQ Saloon

Our faster service sister location at 567 State St., supplied by the central Pink Heifer smokehouse.

Visit State Street

StageCoach One

The Pink Heifer food trailer for festivals, community events, and private gatherings.

Meet StageCoach One

Five star guest reviews

Come hungry. Leave talking about it.

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★★★★★
Make sure to order the brisket, its some of the best brisket I have ever had.
Amber AdamowichFive star Google review · Pink Heifer Saloon & Smokehouse
★★★★★
Ribs, pulled chicken sandwich, crispy fries, mac n cheese, cheese curds were all spot on delish.
Chris DavidsonFive star Google review · Pink Heifer Saloon & Smokehouse
★★★★★
It is beautifully decorated, smells wonderful and is incredibly clean.
Kyra TillmanFive star Google review · Pink Heifer Saloon & Smokehouse
★★★★★
Absolutely beautiful place! We visited tonight and had the baked and fried cod. Delicious!
Michelle JonesFive star Google review · Pink Heifer Saloon & Smokehouse
★★★★★
Most establishments would have been frustrated, but they actually went above and beyond to serve us!
Cherilyn NillesFive star Google review · Pink Heifer Saloon & Smokehouse

Frequently asked questions

Get to know the Mothership.