Wonderland Cafe & Lodge

10/27/2026

This will be our last week with summer hours (April-October). THANK YOU so much to our wonderful community, visitors, and hardworking Wonderland team, we served nearly 100,000 guests this summer alone 🤯

What does nearly 100,000 people look like over 6 months? Here's some fun information to share!

☕ 15,000 coffee drinks
🍔 13,000 burgers
🍺 17,000 b**rs
🥐 18,000 bakery items
🍷 8,000 glasses of w**e
🥗 7,000 salads
🍝 5,000 bison ravioli

As we shift gears into Yellowstone’s quieter shoulder season, we’re making a few adjustments to our café hours of operation.

LODGING - the Lodge remains unaffected and remains open year round.

TRIVIA - Reminder we will start Trivia back up when we reopen on November 8th!

10/25/2026

Feeling like a comfort meal done right? The wonderland has you covered.

Hand bread country fried chicken with chorizo gravy over mashed potatoes with roasted veggies. Doesn’t get more home style than that.

10/25/2026

TRICK OR TREAT! 👻

When the moon hangs low over Gardiner
and the shadows gather near,
Wonderland opens its doors
for one bewitching night of the year. 🦇

Saturday, October 31 🎃
Doors at 8:30 • Music at 9
$5 cover • 21+ • Costume contest • Cash bar

And for a little extra Halloween magic stop by the Smoking Bear if full costume! 🧙

10/25/2026

🏈🏈If you are worried about where to watch the Steelers vs Saints game this morning - we have you covered.

Come grab a huckleberry muffin and your favorite morning beverage - from espresso drink to a cold pint or mimosa.

Starting at 11 games will also be on across the street at the Blue Goose!

10/22/2026

For your winter getaway - no better place to stay than with us! One block from the entrance to Yellowstone and amazing views from our boutique lodge. Start your day with an amazing coffee/espresso drink and baked goods or enjoy lunch or dinner in the cafe with some serious comfort food. We only have 6 rooms so book while we have room! ❄️🐺❄️🦬❄️🫎❄️🎿

October 31 is the last day for a fall drive through most of the park; the northern route through Mammoth and Lamar Valley stays open, weather permitting.

10/21/2026

Time flies when you work at the gateway to Yellowstone! One of the unexpected joys of owning and running Wonderland is the wonderful people you get to meet—and work alongside.

This time of year, it’s not unusual to say goodbye to seasonal employees. Some return to Gardiner, while others head off to new places. Lauren is one of those special people who has come back to us over the years. She grew up in Gardiner, went to school with and played volleyball with my daughters, and was one of the first people I hired in 2017, before we even opened! At 17 years old we remember she needed someone to run b**r or w**e to her tables as she was too young. 😂

Today, almost 9 years later, is her last day with us (for now) as she gets ready to move to Portland.

Lauren, we wish you all the best on your new adventure. You’re a sweetheart, and we’ve always loved having you as part of our Wonderland family. ❤️

10/16/2026

We have a couple of weeks left before things slow down here in Gardiner...and you know what that means, right? TRIVIA!

This will be our 9th annual year! 🎉 Join the FUN!

Start putting your team together and be sure to come up with a fun Team Name! Pick a captain of your team to ensure you RSVP in time. We typically have a full house so want to make sure we have a spot saved for you!

10/14/2026

We're Hiring! | Experienced Server
📍 Wonderland Café & Lodge | Gardiner, Montana

We're looking for an experienced, friendly, and motivated server to join our team at Wonderland! Seasonal or year round positions available!

We're a busy, locally owned restaurant serving both our local community and visitors from around the world.

Our ideal candidate:

Has previous serving experience in a fast-paced restaurant

Takes pride in providing exceptional guest service

Brings a positive attitude and strong work ethic

Is dependable, professional, and a team player

Is comfortable working a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends

We offer a supportive team environment, great tips & perks, and the opportunity to work in a unique setting at the doorstep of Yellowstone National Park.

Interested? Send us a message or stop by Wonderland Café & Lodge to introduce yourself! Housing is possible for the right person.

Please share or tag someone who might be a great fit!

10/11/2026

We ❤️ Gardiner!

10/05/2026

🇺🇸 STILL NEED TO REGISTER TO VOTE?

Today is the last day to register by mail for the November 3 election!

I know getting to the county office in Livingston isn’t always easy—especially for our seasonal workers and anyone working today—so I’m setting up a little Voter Registration Station at Wonderland from 12:00–3:30 PM today.

We will have:
🇺🇸 Voter registration forms printed
✉️ Envelopes for you to seal your completed application
📬 Postage covered
🚗 And I’ll get them to the Post Office today if you can’t
You fill it out, sign it, seal it, and I’ll take care of getting it mailed and postmarked today.

This is completely nonpartisan—just trying to make it a little easier for our neighbors to participate. ❤️🤍💙

Wonderland Café • 12:00–3:30 PM TODAY
If you miss today’s mail deadline, you can still register through Montana’s late-registration process, but you’ll need to do it in person.

Your voice. Your vote. 🇺🇸