What Are The Most Legendary Diners and Restaurants In Montana?

Montana is home to some truly legendary diners and restaurants—places that serve up more than just great food, but also history, character, and a whole lot of local charm. From roadside cafés that have been around for generations to hidden gems only the locals know about, we wanted to find out which spots Montanans consider the best of the best.

After asking our listeners, here are the top honorable mentions that stand out as the must-visit eateries in Big Sky Country.

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M&M Bar and Cafe, Butte

The M&M Building, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, opened in 1890 and unfortunately burned down in 2021. The famous restaurant and cigar shop that occupied the building has since relocated and is thriving in its new location. They plan to rebuild at the original site in the future.

The Western Cafe, Bozeman

One of my personal favorites, the Western Cafe has been around for the better part of a century. It's a Bozeman staple and serves up some of the best biscuits and gravy around.

Stockman Cafe, Rapelje

This charming small-town café is the only place to grab a burger within a 25-mile radius. It faced a tragic shutdown in 2020, but the community came together with donations and volunteers to revitalize it. Thanks to their efforts, the café underwent renovations and successfully reopened back in December 2022.

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Storm Castle , Bozeman

A genuine farm-to-table experience, the Storm Castle Cafe has been featured on Guy Fieri's show for its famous Monte Cristo sandwich.

Willow Creek Cafe & Saloon , Willow Creek

BB-Q is always a debated topic, and it has been said that Willow Creek has the best barbecue ribs this side of the Mississippi. You'll need to try them yourself to make that decision!

Here are other notable mentions that made the list from our local submissions!

Marks In and Out, Livingston
Pray Cafe, Pray
Continental Divide, Ennis
The Pekin Noodle Parlor, Butte
600 Cafe, Miles City
Bob's Place, Virginia City
Old Saloon, Emigrant

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Montana's Top 5 Favorite Fair Foods

Who doesn't love going to a fair, seeing all the attractions, checking out the sites, and sinking your teeth into something deep-fried? Fair season in Montana and the foods that come with it are a big deal. We asked Montanans what their favorite fair foods were, and they responded.

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Montana's 7 Most Charming Small Towns

Looking for small-town charm? You certainly don't have to look far in Montana. No matter which part of the state you're in, there's a charming small town near you. But which of these small towns are the most charming? We take a look at 7 Montana towns that make the list.

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5 Businesses Montanans Wishes Would Come Back

As most know, Bozeman, Montana is a growing town/city. The population has almost doubled in the last few years, housing prices have skyrocketed, and businesses have either strived or suffered.

The one thing that Bozeman residents all say, is they miss the "old Bozeman". What they mean is they miss the small-town feel, the minimal traffic, and the affordable living. Along with those, there are a few businesses Bozemanites really wish would return.