Montana Restaurant and Dining Guide

Think about Montana’s huge sky – it's like the perfect picture with its mountains and open lands. It's the same with Montana’s food – there’s something good everywhere you look. Back in the day, people came looking for gold, but now it's all about finding killer eats.

In Billings, you’ve got The Burger Dive mixing up the burger game. Missoula’s got Scotty's Table, putting a fresh spin on local food with a touch of the Mediterranean – you won’t forget it. Over in Bozeman, Montana Ale Works is dishing up good food with a side of history, right in an old train spot. Kalispell’s Hops Downtown Grill has burgers that pack a punch, and Whitefish's Buffalo Cafe serves up the kind of meals that make you feel right at home. Grab a seat at Montana’s table, where every meal is a nod to the roots and a toast to the now. Ready to taste the Big Sky Country? Let's go!

Billings: A Burger Haven with Home-Baked Charm

Billings might be under your radar for food, but it’s full of surprises. This place has got Wild West history you can almost bite into. Right by those huge cliffs and ancient cave paintings, you’ll find food that’s all about big flavors and a hometown feel.

Stroll down Montana Avenue, and The Burger Dive will snag your attention. It's a quirky spot where checkered floors meet a line-up of burgers that are anything but ordinary. Try the "Best of The Bash" Burger—a creation that’s stacked high with a blackened spice kick, creamy goat cheese, and a heap of bacon. It's a mouthful of the unexpected, as vibrant as the street art dotting the downtown alleys.

Or perhaps you’re craving something from Stella's Kitchen & Bakery, where the scent of homemade bread is your wake-up call. Grab a French Dip with roast beef snug under Swiss cheese, or tuck into a Denver omelet that's hearty enough to fuel a hike through the nearby Pictograph Cave State Park.

And while you're here, why not weave through the corridors of the Yellowstone Art Museum? It's a cultural feast, much like the menus in town that pay tribute to regional tastes.

Missoula's Melting Pot of Mountain Flavors

Missoula might look like just another mountain town, but its food will knock your socks off. Fancy a mix of old-school charm and new ideas on your plate? That’s what you get here.

Drop by The Montana Club Restaurant for a Sirloin Bleu Cheese Salad that's as down-to-earth as the place itself, served up in a setting that feels like stepping back in time, but the flavors are anything but old-fashioned.

Now, switch gears and slide into Scotty's Table, where Mediterranean flair dances with Montana's seasonal bounty. The Shrimp and Grits aren't just a dish; they're a conversation starter, marrying southern comfort with local jalapeno cheddar grits. And their Creme Brulee is like a silent sonnet, sweetly punctuated by the crunch of vanilla bean shortbread.

As you wander through Missoula, the heartbeat of the city is palpable, with local favorites like A Carousel for Missoula adding a whimsical touch to the riverside. And just when you think you've got the measure of this place, the Missoula Art Museum throws you a curveball with its edgy exhibitions, much like Scotty's daring menu choices.

Bozeman Bites and Delights

Bozeman is a gastronomic destination that’s definitely got the buzz.

Let’s talk about Ted’s Montana Grill and their Bison Brisket, with its pull-apart tenderness, smothered in rich gravy. Each forkful of garlic mashed potatoes and buttery carrots transports you to a time when food was hearty and hospitality was the norm. Or maybe the Red Rock Burger is more your style? Whether you go beef or bison, the kick of jalapeño and cilantro, with that unmistakable crunch of onion straws, is straight-up killer.

Cruise down Main Street and you’ll hit Montana Ale Works, housed in the storied Northern Pacific freight building. This isn’t your run-of-the-mill eatery; it’s a culinary workstation churning out masterpieces like the Hutterite Pork Chop. Picture it: bone-in, bathed in garlic and herbs, with a smoky kiss from the grill. That sweet corn casserole side? It’s like a warm hug from your favorite aunt.

Don’t miss a detour through the Museum of the Rockies. Here, ancient dinosaur fossils whisper secrets of millennia past, not unlike how every locally sourced dish tells a story of Montana's rich land. And hey, who can resist a trip to the American Computer & Robotics Museum? From the dawn of written language to the edge of technological frontiers, it's an appetite for discovery that Bozeman feeds best.

Kalispell's Culinary Trailblazers

In Kalispell the rugged spirit of the past meets a surprisingly inventive food scene.

Slide into a booth at Hops Downtown Grill, where rustic vibes are as genuine as the smiles that greet you. Have you ever bitten into a burger that’s so robust it feels like a handshake from a Montanan cowboy? The Flathead Farms Highland Beef Burger is exactly that—rich, smoky, and unapologetically topped with sharp white cheddar and crispy onion rings. And their Griddled Meatloaf is a comfort food dialed up to eleven with a splash of Moose Drool gravy.

Or maybe you’re craving some BBQ with attitude? Hit up The Desoto Grill. Picture a baked potato, big as your head, loaded with the kind of BBQ that would make Southern pitmasters nod in respect. And the Purple Haze salad? It’s a fresh take with a local twist—those huckleberries aren’t just tasty, they’re a nod to Montana's wild side.

After the feast, step back in time with The Conrad Mansion Museum. It is not just a jump to the 1890s, it’s a stunning backdrop for your culinary escapades. And for a breath of fresh air, Lone Pine State Park offers views that compete only with the flavors you’ll find back in town.

Whitefish: Where Tastes Scale New Heights

Whitefish serves as a testament to Montana's blend of natural beauty and culinary prowess. With a history rooted in the railway and timber industries, this town has evolved, now boasting a food scene that mirrors its mountainous grandeur.

Latitude 48 Bistro is a culinary canvas where global flavors meet local charm. Imagine biting into a Wagyu Burger with all the good stuff, or a Seafood Bucatini that tastes like the sea and mountains all at once. They’ve got a wine list that’s a real knockout, too.

Just around the corner, Buffalo Cafe gives you that real Montana welcome. Their Fish 'n Chips dipped in their house beer batter? Light as air with a hint of the wild. And their Beef Stroganoff, with its cubed New York steak, local egg noodles, white wine cream sauce and mushrooms? It's like comfort food that’s been hanging out with the local steak and mushrooms for years. This is the place to chill and enjoy a meal that feels like home, with beer that’s brewed right nearby.

Think about matching these fantastic meals with a day zipping down the slopes at Whitefish Mountain Resort, where every turn is packed with excitement. Or maybe you'd prefer a chill afternoon hanging out at Hugh Rogers Wag Park, soaking in the local vibe while pups play against a backdrop of stunning scenery.

As we wrap up this tour of Montana's eats, it’s pretty obvious that this state delivers more than just knockout views. From the seasoned flavors of Billings to the creative kitchens of Missoula, the farm-to-fork freshness of Bozeman, Kalispell's lakeside bites, to the high-country cooking of Whitefish, we've seen a spread as vast and varied as the Big Sky itself.

Montana's food spots don’t just serve up a meal; they offer you a seat in a tradition as lasting as the land itself. So why not join the table where the mountain air mixes with mouthwatering flavors? Montana's ready to serve you a plate full of its best – with a view to match. There’s always room for one more, so come on over and dig in!

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Cities

Billings

Bozeman

Great Falls

Helena

Kalispell

Missoula

Absarokee
Alberton
Anaconda
Arlee
Ashland
Augusta
Babb
Baker
Belfry
Belgrade
Belt
Big Sky
Big Timber
Bigfork
Black Eagle
Bonner-West Riverside
Boulder
Box Elder
Bridger
Broadus
Browning
Butte
Cascade
Chester
Chinook
Choteau
Circle
Clancy
Clyde Park
Colstrip
Columbia Falls
Columbus
Conrad
Cooke City
Coram
Corvallis
Culbertson
Cut Bank
Darby
Deer Lodge
Dillon
Drummond
East Glacier Park
East Helena
Emigrant
Ennis
Eureka
Evergreen
Fairfield
Fairview
Florence
Forsyth
Fort Benton
Frenchtown
Fromberg
Gallatin Gateway
Gardiner
Glasgow
Glendive
Hamilton
Hardin
Havre
Hobson
Hot Springs
Hungry Horse
Huntley
Joliet
LAKESIDE
Laurel
Lewistown
Libby
Lincoln
Livingston
Lolo
Malta
Manhattan
Marion
Martin City
Medicine Lake
Miles City
Montana City
Pablo
Philipsburg
Plains
Plentywood
Polebridge
Polson
Poplar
Red Lodge
Roberts
Ronan
Roundup
Saint Ignatius
Saint Regis
Scobey
Seeley Lake
Shelby
Shepherd
Sheridan
Sidney
Somers
Stanford
Stevensville
Superior
Thompson Falls
Three Forks
Townsend
Trout Creek
Troy
Twin Bridges
Valier
Vaughn
Victor
Virginia City
West Glacier
West Yellowstone
White Sulphur Springs
Whitefish
Whitehall
Wibaux
Wilsall
Wisdom
Wise River
Wolf Creek
Wolf Point

Points of interest

1872 Inn
Ac Hotel By Marriott Missoula Downtown
Amc Dine In Southgate 9
Doubletree By Hilton Hotel Billings
Doubletree By Hilton Hotel Missoula Edgewater
Flathead Lake Resort
Holiday Village Mall
University Of Montana
Glacier Park International Airport
Glacier Peaks Casino
St Ignatius Mission Parish
The Village Inn
Whistling Swan Motel
Giant Springs State Park
West Shore Flathead Lake State Park
Lone Mountain Ranch
Many Springs Flathead Lake Resort
Meadow Lake Resort Condos
Montage Big Sky
Quinn S Hot Springs Resort
Moonlight Basin
Red Lodge Mountain
Whitefish Mountain Resort
Zoomontana
Best Western Plus Clocktower Inn
Boothill Inn Suites
Ledgestone Hotel Billings
Best Western Plus Kelly Inn Suites
Yellowstone River Motel
The Pollard Hotel
White Buffalo Hotel
Comfort Inn