12 Montana Restaurants You'll Never Forgive Yourself For Not Trying
From our famous steakhouses to our one-of-a-kind eateries, the Last Best Place is one of the best places to dine out. And if you ever get the chance to try one of the spots on this list, treat yourself — you won’t regret it.


Tapas in West Yellowstone? It's true. Though it's only open seasonally, meaning you'll have to stop by during spring or summer, Cafe Madriz serves some of the finest Spanish food you'll ever have.
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Consistency and quality are what keep Montana's Ciao Mambo restaurants some of the top spots for Italian food in the entire state. A meal here is never disappointing.


From their small shared plates to the incredible fire roasted pizza and hearty entrees, Latitude 48 Bistro truly has something for everyone... and it's all delicious.


Perfect for a date night or special occasion, Missoula's Pearl Cafe is exceptionally charming. The fact that the food is tasty (and beautifully presented) is just a bonus.
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Lucca's is a delightful Italian and seafood eatery that has been a beloved staple in Helena for years. The next time you're exploring our state's capital, give it a try (just remember, they're only open for dinner).


Located at the historic Northern Hotel, TEN is a restaurant that simply embodies elegance. The food is locally sourced and absolutely mouthwatering.

Eugene's has been around for over half a century, and they've developed quite a following. They're so popular, in fact, they sometimes ship their half cooked pizzas all over the country to people who are craving it.
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Even in a city like Bozeman that has plenty of tasty dining options, 14 North stands out as one of the best. This gastropub offers contemporary American cuisine served in their comfortable and fun space.


Everyone who vacations at Seeley Lake knows there's no better place to be on a warm summer day (or any day, for that matter) than Lindey's. Their steak dinners are downright addictive.

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Blink and you might miss this tiny eatery that sits on the highway just outside of the town of Shelby. But for the love of good steak and decadent dessert, please don't actually miss it.


At Lilac, you'll find local dishes that are made from scratch, and they're absolutely phenomenal. Not only do they serve an amazing dinner here, but the brunch is some of the best in the state.


The concept of "casually elegant" dining is tough to pull off, but Olive B's does so effortlessly. You'll find a surprising amount of fresh seafood on the menu here as well as soups, salads, and hearty meaty entrees.
The Montana dining scene gets better and better with each passing year. We also love our tried and true wildly famous restaurants.
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