Apres Cru aims to ‘honor a sense of place and community’ in new partnership with LMLC
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Buck’s Roadhouse, formerly Buck’s T-4 until closure in September 2023, finally has a concrete plan to reopen after a multi-year closure, as owner Lone Mountain Land Company has found the “perfect partner” it was looking for.
Hospitality group Apres Cru will assume operations of Buck’s, as well as Block 3 and Tips Up in Town Center, with the goal of bringing “renewed energy and thoughtful stewardship” to the Big Sky restaurants, according to an Oct. 21 press release from LMLC.
Apres Cru operates locations across the U.S. and Mexico, with partnerships including Coachella, Auberge Resorts and jetBlue. The firm prides itself on creating community-driven restaurants and bars and aims to preserve the legacy and character of Buck’s while introducing modern touches, and to bring “renewed focus” to Block 3 and Tips Up.
“It’s important to us that we honor a sense of place and community in our restaurants, so we’re especially excited about this project and the rich history of this incredibly special mountain town,” Sabato Sagaria, managing partner with Apres Cru, stated in the release.
“… We’re looking forward to being part of this amazing community and bringing our signature hospitality to Big Sky.”
Buck’s is planned to reopen before the end of 2025, and LMLC will share more updates by the end of November. Community members are encouraged to share questions or concerns via email to info@lonemountainland.com, according to the release.
“Apres Cru shares our vision for authentic, high-quality hospitality that serves both locals and visitors,” stated John Speers, LMLC’s executive vice president of hospitality operations. “Their respect for Buck’s past and commitment to community-based operations make them an exciting partner for energizing these dining outlets in our community.”
