Kalispell, Missoula, and Northwest Montana Restaurants
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21. Naps Grill
$$ | |This local favorite is known throughout the Bitteroot Valley as the place with the best burger in the region—and possibly the state. The locally owned family restaurant serves burgers, steaks, and sandwiches, all made with fresh ingredients and Bitterroot Valley beef. For those who want to eat lighter, they serve a fresh Mandarin Orange Salad.
200 W. Main St., Hamilton, Montana, 59840, USA406-363–0136Known For
- A two-patty, 24-oz. monster burger called the Belly Buster
- Reasonable prices and good value
- Long lines and a packed bar
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22. Pearl Cafe
$$$ | |Missoulians head to this cozy, French-inspired eatery for upscale fare in an elegant setting. With its exposed brick wall anchored by a charming fireplace and sconce lighting, Pearl Cafe is routinely voted Missoula's best and most romantic restaurant. Start with French onion soup, which is a local favorite, then consider one of their steaks or the Kurobata pork tenderloin. Or you can just order the daily three-course special, which includes soup du jour, a main course, a delicious dessert.
231 E. Front St., Missoula, Montana, 59802, USA406-541–0231Known For
- Authentic ambience that is both elegant and comfortable
- Really good European-inspired food
- High prices
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23. Pescado Blanco
$$ | |Mountain-Mexican fusion—fine Mexican cuisine with a Rocky Mountain flair—includes handmade tacos, enchiladas, fresh seafood, and a fresh salsa bar. In the summer, enjoy a cold beer or glass of wine on the patio with stunning mountain views.
235 1st St., Whitefish, Montana, 59937, USA406-862–3290Known For
- Grande Nachos that will bring you back again and again
- Friendly service in a relaxed and cozy setting
- Wild game twists on Mexican favorites
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24. Saketome Sushi
$$$ | |Sakatome is easily the best sushi restaurant in Montana. Owner Drake Doepke creates great flavors with unique combinations of local and exotic ingredients, and he only uses the freshest fish not found on the Seafood Watch list. Try the Bigfork Bomb, one of several specialty rolls.
459 Electric Ave., Bigfork, Montana, 59911, USA406-837--1128Known For
- Good wine selection and delicious craft cocktails made with local spirits
- Food that is as beautiful as it is tasty
- Great ambience with funky aesthetics
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25. Taco del Sol
$ | |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, USA406-240--3480Known 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
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26. Tamarack Missoula
$$ | |Sip a Yard Sale Amber or the award-winning Hat Trick Hop IPA in this two-story establishment overlooking the river. The main-floor restaurant offers a casual atmosphere with good views. With a literal wall of bigscreen TVs in the bar downstairs, it's the place to go when a game is on. On weekends, the mimosa and Bloody Mary bar is a big draw, as is the generous beer sampler and the build-your-own-Caesar-salad bar. Everything on the menu comes in ample portions, including fish and bison tacos, smoked bacon mac n' cheese, and a large selection of pizzas, burgers, and sandwiches. This is the brewery's first location outside of its hometown of Lakeside, Montana.
231 W. Front St., Missoula, Montana, 59802, USA406-830–3113Known For
- You can't go wrong with keg nachos topped with bison
- If the kids get antsy, walk a few paces out back and let them whirl on the carousel
- Ample parking in the back lot beside the river
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27. The Back Room of the Nite Owl
$$ | |Locals wait in line for the fall-off-the-bone barbecue ribs, broasted chicken, and fry bread served with honey butter. The atmosphere is very casual, with a large main room, several smaller eating areas (great for families), and a spacious patio. A typical combination platter includes your choice of ribs (country-style or spare) and either broasted or rotisserie chicken served with sides of fry bread, baked beans, coleslaw, and red potatoes—or opt for a side salad. They also serve pasta and have excellent pizza with homemade sauce.
522 9th St. W, Columbia Falls, Montana, 59912, USA406-892–3131Restaurant Details
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28. The Camino
$$$ | |The best of four new restaurants in Missoula's downtown Residence Inn, which was recently constructed on the site of the old Missoula Mercantile, borrows from the culinary traditions of Oaxaca and the Yucatan to deliver outstanding Mexican cuisine and creative tequila-based cocktails. The menu is largely centered around shareable apps and taco plates. Try the house-made guacamole, and the lamb barbacoa tacos. For an adventure, binge a flight of tequila or mezcal samples. Happy hour is offered every day.
125 N. Pattee St., Missoula, Montana, 59802, USA406-317--1260Known For
- Superb tacos on house-made corn tortillas made with several varietals from Mexico
- A tequila and mezcal collection that would make George Clooney envious
- Supporting small-scale Oaxacan farmers
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29. The Knead Cafe
$$ | |Come here for the best bread and soup in the valley. The café's baked goods, including fresh croissants, baguettes, and scones, will entice you in, but it's worth your while to stay for breakfast or lunch—the Reuben sandwiches are sublime, and any one of the salads makes a great lunch. Local artwork adds a warm touch.
21 5th St. E, Kalispell, Montana, 59901, USA406-755–3883Known For
- Perfectly cooked pastrami
- Plenty of gluten-free and vegetarian options
- Focus on responsibly sourced produce and farm-to-table cuisine
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30. The Shack Cafe
$$ | |Opened in 1949, this cozy café is a longtime Missoula favorite for any meal, especially breakfast. Hardly a shack, this elegant little eatery, in an old auto dealership, offers all kinds of American fare—from an array of salads and sandwiches to huckleberry pancakes and almost 20 omelets, including interesting options like apple, cheddar, nutmeg, and cinnamon; and veggie, cheddar, garlic, and crouton. Swinging doors take you into the saloon, where there's an oak bar that arrived in Montana via steamship up the Missouri River a century ago.
222 W. Main St., Missoula, Montana, 59801, USA406-549–9903Known For
- An oak bar that arrived in Montana via steamship up the Missouri River a century ago
- One of the best breakfast places in Missoula
- Get there early or prepare to wait in line
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31. Traditions Restaurant at the Bigfork Inn
$$$ | |The Swiss-chalet style of the Bigfork Inn is reminiscent of the lodges in nearby Glacier National Park. Inside, you'll find a lively atmosphere, with seating for more than 200 patrons between the main dining room, library, deck (summer), balcony, and two private rooms. Locals recommend the French onion soup, frog legs, duck à l'orange, and grilled bison tenderloin.
604 Electric Ave., Bigfork, Montana, 59911, USA406-837–6680Known For
- The owner is a friendly fourth-generation French chef
- Pie and crème brûlée made with local huckleberries
- Rare opportunity for good European food in Montana
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32. Tupelo Grille
$$$ | |In homage to the South, Louisiana native chef-owner Pat Carloss cooks up excellent dishes such as Low Country shrimp and grits, braised short ribs, Tupelo gumbo, and the tenderest bison filet you'll ever eat. Carloss rotates his well-chosen art collection in the dining room and further enlivens the atmosphere with piped-in New Orleans jazz, Dixieland, or zydeco music.
17 Central Ave., Whitefish, Montana, 59937, USA406-862–6136Known For
- One of the best restaurants in NW Montana
- Thoughtfully prepared Southern cuisine
- Busy in peak season, so make a reservation
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33. Wasabi Sushi Bar
$$$ | |Not your typical Western ski-town eatery, Wasabi is the place for your sushi fix and Japanese cuisine. A nice selection of "fusion rolls" put new spins on old standbys. For example, try the Going-to-the-Sun Salmon Roll (with snap peas and lemon-dill aioli), or the Goonie Roll (a tempura-fried delicacy with dungeness crab and siracha cream cheese). For those who prefer food from the grill, Wasabi offers up honey-ginger glazed salmon and other hot dishes. You can even stay here; the upstairs, pet-friendly flat can be rented for parties or overnights ( see the website for more info).
419 E. 2nd St., Whitefish, Montana, 59937, USA406-863–9283Known For
- Lavender-and-red walls bearing a huge fish mural
- Reservations needed during peak season
- Somewhat slow service
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34. Whitefish Lake Restaurant
$$$$ | |In the historic clubhouse on the municipal golf course, dine on local favorites such as hand-cut steaks and prime rib, or fresh fish dishes such as baked halibut steak wrapped in herbs and phyllo dough. The Napoléon, made with eggplant, caramelized onions, roasted red peppers, and provolone, and topped with a spicy tomato sauce, makes a delicious vegetarian entrée.
1200 U.S. 93 N, Whitefish, Montana, 59937, USA406-862–5285Known For
- Roasted duckling in blackberry brandy sauce
- Beautiful setting with fantastic views
- Classy Western ambience
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35. Worden's Market & Deli
$ | |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, USA406-549–1293Known 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
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Rate Includes: No dinner, Credit cards accepted, Reservations not accepted
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