We’ll be the first to admit that Montana is full of burger joints and steakhouses, and we wouldn’t want it any other way – they’re excellent. But when you’re in the mood to try something a little more exotic, you can’t go wrong with the ethnic restaurants on this list.
1. Vietnam Grill, 420 Higgins Ave., Missoula
Missoula can be a lonely place for pho fanatics, but the general consensus is that the Vietnamese food served here is tasty and authentic.
2. Lemongrass Thai Restaurant, 2695 King Ave. W., Billings
Both the food and the service at this charming Thai restaurant are exceptional, especially the Drunken Noodles and the curry.
3. Whistle Pig Korean, 25 N Willson Ave., Bozeman
At Whistle Pig Korean, the vibe is laid back, the menu is affordable, and the food is both healthy and delicious. No wonder practically everyone in Bozeman loves this place.
4. Blue Samurai Sushi Bar & Grill, 323 Main Street, Kalispell
Blue Samurai Sushi is new to Kalispell, But the owner, Tuyen Tran, was trained to make traditional Japanese sushi. You'll find both classic and contemporary rolls on the menu along with rice and noodle dishes for those who would prefer their food not be raw.
5. Masala, 206 W Main St., Missoula
At Masala, the food is Indian (Nepalese, to be specific) but the flavors are mostly local. The dishes are created with food from Montana's farms and ranches, and the curries are made from scratch daily.
6. Li's Chinese Restaurant , 1615 W Towne St., Glendive
Who would have thought that some of the most highly praised Chinese food in Montana would come from a restaurant in Glendive? Li's is loved both by locals and by travelers who are just passing through.
7. Rosita’s Mexican Restaurant, 314 E 9th St., Libby
From the tasty Mexican street tacos to the slow-cooked chili verde, this food is as authentic as it gets.
8. Mirch Masala, 609 W Mendenhall St., Bozeman
This family-owned Indian restaurant serves all the best classics like samosas, tikka masala and even Mango Lassi, a traditional North Indian mango beverage.
9. Pho Ly, 2141 US Hwy 2 E
Ste 200, Evergreen
A word of caution: The pho and other Vietnamese dishes here are so addictive that people are known to drive from all over the Flathead Valley to enjoy it.
10. Serrano's Mexican Restaurant, 29 Dawson Ave., East Glacier Park
Serrano's is a favorite pit stop on the way to Glacier National Park, but some tourists find it to be so delicious that they stop again on their way home.
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