From American to Bakery to modern cuisine, Southern Montana features 13 award-winning restaurants that make it a hidden culinary gem. The city boasts James Beard Awards across its restaurant scene. Southern Montana is a quietly impressive food destination.
The Best Restaurants in Southern Montana
13 expert-reviewed restaurants, with what makes each one stand out. Track 40+ global award systems in one place, updated continuously.
1.2nd Street Bistro
2nd Street Bistro at The Historic Murray Hotel serves small plates of French-inspired food, plus American and Italian staples. 2nd Street Bistro is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Italian, American, French · 123 N 2nd St, Livingston, MT 59047
2.Izakaya Three Fish
Izakaya Three Fish serves a twice-nightly seating of omakase for locals and tourists alike. Izakaya Three Fish is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Izakaya, Omakase, Japanese · 321 E. Main St. Bozeman, Montana, 59715, United States
3.J.W. Heist Steakhouse
With attention to detail and a welcoming environment, J.W. Heist Steakhouse offers classic fare while paying homage to its namesake. Serving prime beef, fresh seafood, classic cocktails, and an award-winning wine list, J.W. Heist is dedicated to making each guest's experience memorable and of the highest caliber. J.W. Heist Steakhouse is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Steakhouse · 27 E Main St ste b, Bozeman, MT 59715, USA
4.Michaelangelo’s Big Sky
Michaelangelo’s is an authentic Italian restaurant offering up a variety of dishes from Northern Italy. Enjoy a welcoming atmosphere, delicious drinks, and the best Italian cooking! Michaelangelo’s Big Sky is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Italian · 1554 Center Ln, Gallatin Gateway, MT 59730
5.Pekin Noodle Parlor
Open since 1909, Pekin Noodle Parlor is the oldest known continuously operating Chinese restaurant in America. The family-owned-and-operated Pekin Noodle Parlor represents one of the last surviving properties from the original Chinatown neighborhood in the Butte–Anaconda Historic District. Pekin Noodle Parlor is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Chinese · 117 S Main St, Butte, MT 59701
6.PREROGATIvE Kitchen
PREROGATIvE Kitchen is a family restaurant with a la carte menu and a great beer and wine list. PREROGATIvE Kitchen is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
104 Broadway Ave S, Red Lodge, MT 59068
7.Shan
Shan is the result of 20 years of eating and cooking across Asia. Of two decades spent in Beijing, Sichuan, Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Bangkok. Shan is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Fusion, Izakaya, Asian · 109 E Oak St #1j, Bozeman, MT 59715, USA
8.The Backporch
The Backporch — a small BBQ restaurant in Roundup, serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner centered around BBQ cuisine. Dine outdoors on the patio under the big sky, or take it to go. The Backporch is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American, Barbecue · 742 Main St, Roundup, MT 59072
9.The Tasting Room
Located within Chico Hot Springs Resort & Day Spa, The Tasting Room is a private wine cellar experience offering a multi-course tasting menu of dishes that showcases the finest seasonal ingredients alongside an extensive award-winning wine list. The Tasting Room is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American · 163 Chico Rd, Pray, MT 59065
10.Triple Creek Ranch
Triple Creek Ranch serves a daily-changing diverse menu showcasing distinctive flavors and imaginative presentation using fresh ingredients and offers a vast wine selection. Triple Creek Ranch is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American · 5551 W Fork Rd, Darby, MT 59829
11.Veronika’s Pastry Shop
Veronika’s Pastry Shop is tucked inside a row of businesses on Montana Avenue, offering French, Russian, and Eastern European pastries. Veronika’s Pastry Shop is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Bakery, Eastern European, French, Russian · 2513 Montana Ave, Billings, MT 59101
12.Wild Caddis Restaurant
Wild Caddis is nestled along the Gallatin River, surrounded by mountains, and offers a Montana-inspired restaurant and bar. Start with barrel-aged and artisanal cocktails, an award-winning wine list, or local brews. Savor refined cuisine and classical cooking techniques that transform Montana beef, bison, wild game, and fresh seafood into flavorful works of art. Wild Caddis Restaurant is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American · 42950 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway, MT 59730
13.Wild Crumb
Wild Crumb is a family-owned bakery serving European-style artisan breads and pastries. Wild Crumb is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Bakery · 600 N Wallace Ave #6, Bozeman, MT 59715
