These 9 Longest-Standing Restaurants In Montana Have Served Mouthwatering Meals For Decades
Sometimes it’s fun to try a new local restaurant and see what kind of cuisine they have to offer. Other times, only a tried-and-true spot will do, one that has been a favorite for decades and leaves you feeling happy and nostalgic. These are a few of Montana’s oldest restaurants, and the fact that they’re still standing means they must be doing something right.


We've mentioned that the Pekin Noodle Parlor is the longest continuously operating restaurant in Montana and has a pretty amazing history. If you ate here as a child, check it out again for the nostalgia factor.
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The Union Grille is located inside the historic Grand Union Hotel. Both the hotel and restaurant are beautiful, and the food is delightful.


The Old Hotel was once the Twin Bridges Hotel, built in 1879. It was beautifully renovated in the 90s and is now home to a beloved fine dining restaurant.


Laurel's Owl Cafe celebrated its 100th birthday in 2016, and their classic diner fare is more popular than ever.
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Just over 100 years ago, this building was a bank. Now it's a bar and steakhouse with the best baked beans in Montana.


The Rex serves steak and burgers out of a former historic hotel. It has a beautiful patio and, if you believe the stories, a few ghosts.

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Minnie's has been a staple in Thompson Falls for the better part of a century. Their breakfasts and burgers are delicious and the service is always friendly.


It was around 75 years ago that The Western started serving their huge breakfasts and famous cinnamon rolls, and the people of Bozeman have been addicted ever since.


The Mint has temporarily closed down a few times for renovations during its lengthy career, but it always reemerges better than ever.
These restaurants all serve delicious food, but some of them do have some pretty old buildings that have seen better days. This just proves that when it comes to Montana restaurants, you should never judge a book by its cover.
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