Home is where the heart is and nothing pulls at the heartstrings more than a tasty meal in your home state. Montana can certainly hold its own when it comes to mouthwatering food and while there are many popular foods in Montana, there are some that are just more well-known than others. Here are 11 iconic Montana foods that most residents and out-of-state visitors should try at least once. 

1. Wheat Montana Cinnamon Rolls
Wheat Montana Yelp
Wheat Montana got its start in Three Forks, but you can now find delis and bakeries all over the state. You can even purchase breads and mixes at Albertson’s or Safeway. Your mouth will thank you for trying this food in Montana — especially the cinnamon rolls.
2. Pickle Barrel Sandwiches
Pickle Barrel (Bozeman) Yelp
The only thing better than a 12-inch sub is a 17.5 inch-sub at this popular sandwich shop.
3. Huckleberries in All Forms
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Huckleberry jam, huckleberry pie, huckleberry ice cream ... it makes your mouth water, doesn't it? And if you even want to pick your own fresh berries, here are u-pick fruit farms in Montana you need to visit!
4. Flathead Cherries
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There’s nothing quite like them.
5. Burgers from The Burger Dive
The Burger Dive Yelp
If you live in Billings or you visit for any reason, you know that the Burger Dive is a necessary stop.

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6. Mackenzie River Pizza
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The Montana-born chain is famous for a reason … it’s addictive!
7. Steak
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No, Montanans didn’t invent steak. But they know how to grill one to perfection and they love to order it when they go out. And if you are really craving a juicy, cooked-to-perfection steak, check out these small town steakhouses that are scattered around the state.
8. Huckleberry Bear Claws and Other Treats From the Polebridge Mercantile
Polebridge Mercantile Yelp
Everyone knows a trip to Glacier is even sweeter after a trip to the Polebridge Mercantile for a pastry or cookie.
9. Elk Burgers and Bison Burgers
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Wild game … well, runs wild in Montana. And it’s delicious.
10. Pasties
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The only way to make a meat pie better is to cover it with gravy. If you love pasties, Montana's official food, you must stop by these restaurants around the state.
11. Cream of the West
Cream of the West
This is the stuff that ruined all other cereal, not to mention the Flapjack Mix that makes the best pancakes ever. This is one of those foods that if you grew up in Montana, you still love today.

How many of these Montana foods have you tried? Are there any popular foods from Montana that we left off of our list? If so, let us know in the comments! 

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Courtnie Erickson | May 28, 2022

What food is Montana known for?

Here in Montana, we love our food! While there are many popular foods in Montana, like those mentioned in the article above, huckleberries are just one type of food that Montana is known for. In fact, there are shops dedicated solely to huckleberries, like the Huckleberry Patch in Hungry Horse. This shop first opened its doors in 1949 and is where you can find all-things huckleberry. Make sure you try some of the huckleberry pie during your visit and take some freshly made and canned huckleberry products home!

What are some outdoor activities I can enjoy in Montana?

After you have a full stomach with some of the most popular foods in Montana, it’s time to get outside and enjoy a little sunshine and fresh air. While there are many different activities you can enjoy in Big Sky Country, how about going on a hike?

In fact, if you love hiking and huckleberries, how about exploring a trail where huckleberries grow? While there are several hikes across the state for you to consider, we created a list of just seven Montana hiking trails that are ripe for berry picking. Bring a bucket or bag so you take many berries home with you.

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