Kalispell, Missoula, and Northwest Montana Restaurants

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  • 1. Bernice's Bakery

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    Buttery croissants, cookies, cupcakes, scones, quiches, muffins, and other glorious baked treats abound at Missoula's best bakery, a longtime local favorite. Come in for coffee seven days a week from 6 am to 8 pm or for lunch from 11 am to 4 pm, when there's a small selection of soups, salads, and sandwiches, such as roast beef and Swiss, or hummus on whole wheat with feta and artichoke hearts. There's seating inside and out, or you can eat alongside the nearby river.

    190 S. 3rd W, Missoula, Montana, 59801, USA
    406-728–1358

    Known For

    • Delicious cupcakes and big cakes for birthdays and anniversaries
    • Quiet, comfy place to work or read a book
    • New menus posted online every morning

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No dinner, Credit cards accepted, Reservations not accepted
  • 2. Betty's Diner

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    A classic 1950s American diner on the south end of the lake near Polson, Betty's is a favorite among locals and visitors alike. Decorated with old signs and other Americana artifacts, it serves classics like biscuits and gravy, homemade milkshakes, and signature Betty pancakes. Look for the big pink neon sign on the west side of Highway 93.

    49779 U.S. Hwy. 93, Polson, Montana, 59860, USA
    406-883--1717

    Known For

    • Fast, friendly service in a fun atmosphere
    • Can handle big groups with ease
    • Tasty, juicy burgers, especially the cajun Breezy burger, with green chillies and pepperjack cheese

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No dinner
  • 3. Big Dipper

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    Shakes come in two sizes—regular or large—at Big Dipper, where folks line up for homemade ice cream in flavors like cardamom, green tea, huckleberry, maple walnut, and Mexican chocolate. In the summer, the line can extend around the block. There are locations in Helena and Billings, too.

    631 S. Higgins, Missoula, Montana, 59801, USA
    406-543–5722

    Known For

    • Exotic ice cream flavors
    • Long lines
    • Great place to meet the locals on the Hip Strip
  • 4. Bitter Root Brewing

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    Meet the brewmaster, sample a Bitterroot Bock or Single Hop Pale Ale and enjoy live music Thursday and Saturday. One of the oldest breweries in the state, Bitter Root Brewing brews 40 different styles of beer annually, and the kitchen churns out all your favorite brewpub staples, including their specialty, hand-dipped, Sawtooth Ale-battered fish-and-chips.

    101 Marcus St., Hamilton, Montana, 59840, USA
    406-363–7468

    Known For

    • A large variety of great microbrewed ales
    • It's pub on the inside, but a little industrial on the outside
    • The service can be a little skimpy when it's busy

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
  • 5. Edelweiss Bistro

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    One of a very few small, local breweries that is all about lagers rather than ales, the Bayern Brewery offers dozen craft beers in this German-style brewery's tasting room. The Edelweis Bistro upstairs serves good German staples, including excellent sausages and schnitzels. Try the bratwurst and sauerkraut or the kasespatzle. Beer options include Schwarzbier and St. Wilbur Weizen, as well as seasonal specials such as Dopplebock, Groomer, or Face Plant during ski season, and Dump Truck Summer Bock when the weather's warm. Brewery tours are available by appointment.

    1507 Montana St., Missoula, Montana, USA
    406-721–1482

    Known For

    • Tasty locally brewed lagers
    • Authentic German food
    • The brewery reuses all its bottles

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
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  • 6. Frontier Cafe

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    For a bit of town gossip and great burgers, stop in this classic small-town café, a dressed-down spot where the locals love to hang out. On the weekends, enjoy the best breakfast buffet in the Bitterroot Valley.

    3954 U.S. 93 N, Stevensville, Montana, 59870, USA
    406-777–4228

    Known For

    • A go-to spot for a hearty breakfast
    • The kindest, friendliest staff you'll ever meet
    • Get a trip to the salad bar for just $1

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
  • 7. Le Petit Outre

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    Loosely translated, the name means "The Little Outrageous," which is fitting since the croissants, scones, brioches, canneles, and other sweet baked treats here are outrageously good. It also serves the best coffee in town. In addition to pastry, this longtime bakery sells artisan breads (think baguettes, ciabatta, rosemary foccaccia, and New York rye), gourmet mustards, salts, vinegars, and olive oils.

    129 S. 4th St. W, Missoula, Montana, 59801, USA
    406-543–3311

    Known For

    • Great lattes, pastries, and baguettes
    • Quiet place with lots of light to work or read
    • Benches out front to drink your coffee and meet the locals
  • 8. Montana Coffee Traders

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    The Rocky Mountains might be a strange place for a coffee trader, but the folks at Montana Coffee Traders have been roasting their own beans south of Whitefish for decades. Fresh coffee, pastries, and homemade gelato are favorites at this popular downtown hangout. Stop in to enjoy a cuppa joe and browse the hand-painted furniture, gifts, local artworks, and bulk coffees and teas that line the brick walls.

    110 Central Ave., Whitefish, Montana, 59937, USA
    406-862–7667

    Known For

    • Local farm-to-market pork bocadillo
    • Organic, fair-trade, and socially responsible beans
    • Can be crazy busy, but the staff works hard to smooth things out

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No dinner, Credit cards accepted
  • 9. Taco del Sol

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    For a quick bite to eat, this local favorite offers a variety of tasty burritos and tacos inspired by similar shops in San Francisco's Mission District. Try the Mission Supreme with your choice of baked cod, pulled pork, or carne asada. Though now a small chain, the restaurants started in Missoula, where there are three locations, but can now be found all over Montana. Each one has a different vibe, with local, funky art, and cool music.

    422 N. Higgins Ave., Missoula, Montana, 59802, USA
    406-240--3480

    Known For

    • Great burritos and good value
    • Quick, friendly service by employees who enjoy what they do
    • A community-oriented business that supports local groups and events
  • 10. Worden's Market & Deli

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    Floorboards creak beneath your feet as you explore this old-fashioned market, opened in the 1880s as Missoula's first grocery store and spilling over with deli delicacies today. With 150 cheeses to choose from, the sandwich possibilities are endless; have them pile on Black Forest ham and horseradish for a creation that will get you down the trail. There's an impressive selection of specialty groceries, along with imported beer, microbrews, and an outstanding selection wine, plus a knowledgeable and friendly staff to help you make the best selections. There's limited seating both inside and outside, where Worden's espresso bar has a walk-up window.

    451 N. Higgins Ave., Missoula, Montana, 59802, USA
    406-549–1293

    Known For

    • Well-chosen variety of bang-for-your buck wines
    • This is the place to find a bottle of Belgian trippel or a keg of local microbrew
    • The walk-in humidor is Montana's best-kept secret

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No dinner, Credit cards accepted, Reservations not accepted

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