Location: Missoula
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Where to eat American food in Missoula: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Discover Restaurants offering the best American food in Missoula, Montana, United States. Peacefully tucked away in the heart of the northern Rocky Mountains, Missoula is the perfect spot for a weekend of history, culture and outdoor fun. Home to the University of Montana, one of the most architecturally distinguished academic institutions in the country, the city offers a number of intellectually stimulating attractions. Spend a few hours browsing through the exhibits at the Art Museum of Missoula or take a trip back in time at the Historical Museum at Fort Missoula. The city's close proximity to three major rivers and acres of lush forest means visitors can also enjoy a host of recreational activities, from fly fishing and kayaking to hiking and biking. Missoula's historic downtown area has classic early-century buildings and boasts unique shops, galleries, fine dining and a lively nightlife. With kids in tow, don't miss Dragon Hollow, a magical playground that features an extraordinary hand-carved carousel.
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10. Iron Horse Brew Pub
Overall Ratings
4 based on 410 reviews
Reviewed By Monpetit
Our usual lunchspot in Missoula.Generally nothing to complain...Nice big salad, good beers, and chicken wings..But this year impossible to finish them...It was more tahn very very very hot...Even in New Mexico they have not such hot wings..So only 3 this year..Try to taste your spicy wings before to give it to the table...
9. The Montana Club Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 571 reviews
The Montana Club Restaurant has something for everyone. Huge breakfasts, steakhouse steaks, seafood, sandwiches, burgers, pasta, salads and more. While you're here sip on a seasonal microbrew, wine or a perfectly-mixed cocktail and relax in our Montana Cl
Reviewed By culaugh2012
I wanted a good steak so asked at hotel the nearest place to get one. They sent me here, maybe a mile down road. Was seated pretty fast and server was friendly and helpful. Ordered a bacon wrapped filet with baked potato...the steak was excellent...salad was Sammo , sammo but no bread/roll of any kind which I found odd. I looked at dessert list and saw they served fresh huckleberry (3berry) cobbler. I got it to go for later in room. When I opened the cobbler was so upset as was pricey, there was no cobbler to it just runny berries with hair in it. I was sick as had started to eat and not one hair...many hairs...so be cautious if they are busy you may get a dessert thrown together and not even cooked
8. The Shack Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 214 reviews
Reviewed By 755davidu
On the last morning of our Missoula visit, my wife, daughter and brother-in-law had breakfast at The Shack. Everything ordered was wonderful including the coffee and fresh-squeezed OJ. I didnât realize when I ordered the banana bread French toast that I was getting the equivalent of a whole loaf. I couldnât finish it. Being able to get the best Creme Brûlée Iâve ever had first thing in the morning was a huge plus. Highly recommended.
7. MacKenzie River Pizza Co.
Overall Ratings
4 based on 520 reviews
Transporting you to the very heart of the Northern Rockies, the casual, rustic atmosphere with unique Montana Lodgepole furniture, stunning panoramic canvas and historic photographs sets the tone for distinctive, creatively prepared food served by vibrant
Reviewed By debmink
First, I must say that we are from Chicago so that we have very high expectations for pizza. We ordered eight pizzas for a family reunion and they were all excellent. Some of our favorites were the barbecue chicken and pesto. We did âtake outâ and the pizzas were piping hot when we picked them up. The only thing I personally didnât care for was the spinach salad. There was a lot of spinach and not much else. This is definitely not Chicago pizza, but it is very good.
6. Paul's Pancake Parlor
Overall Ratings
4 based on 204 reviews
Reviewed By christinefU6387XP
We stopped during lunch, but most of us had breakfast and it did not disappoint! Everythingwe ordered, pancakes, eggs, chicken strips and fires, were so good! The pancakes were incredible and the stack that comes with 4 different pancakes was amazing! Definetly will stop again.
5. Plonk
Overall Ratings
4 based on 242 reviews
Reviewed By JALouie
We stopped here around 10:00 pm to get a glass of wine and a quick bite to eat after business kept us occupied way late into the evening. From the other reviews, we were under the impression that this was primarily a wine cellar that also offered cocktails as well as some food. Unfortunately, it turned out that Plonk was actually a cocktail lounge with a limited selection of wines and food. With three separate seating areas (indoors, on the sidewalk patio, and on the rooftop patio), one would have hoped to find at least one quieter corner to enjoy their meal and wine. Unfortunately, loud hip-hop music was blasting in all three areas, making it very difficult to communicate with both the servers and the members of one's own party. Instead of a relaxing wine cellar atmosphere we encountered a loud, stressful one.The wines offered were good but not exceptional, and while the food tasted very good and offered some unusual flavor combinations, lack of gluten-free options was very much apparent. Overzealous server was a bit of a downer too as, when she asked if we would like another glass of wine and one person in our party didn't take her up on the offer, she took away that person's glass that was not quite empty yet without even asking if she could take it. Not cool. All in all, for the price of the experience, Plonk left us quite underwhelmed.Hi JALouie, wanted to clarify that ours is an evolving environment, with ranging styles of service and ambiance throughout the night. As you stated your visit was later in the evening, during which we had shifted to Happy Hour. The Happy Hour Menu for late night guests offers a select variety of drinks and smaller plates. Full wine and cocktail lists are always available. Our late night environment is also more energetic in music and tone. We'd love for you to try visiting earlier, for our Evening Menu and a more relaxed setting, which may appeal to you more. Warmest wishes and many thanks!
4. Hob Nob
Overall Ratings
4 based on 169 reviews
Reviewed By L H
Migas ok; too heavy on the tortilla chips, eggs too dry, salsa kind of bland (and not enough of it), breakfast burrito also ok (potatoes are a little overkill), fresh avocado at perfect ripeness, decent house-made lemonade; staff are exceptionally nice.
3. Tamarack Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4 based on 814 reviews
Alehouse and grill.
Reviewed By mtscribe
Larissa took care of our needs well. The fresh rootbeer and Hat Trick pint were cold and tasty. The Alehouse fish and chips ($12) were ample but nothing to write home about. The smoked bacon mac & cheese ($14) was well prepared. Tamarack cheeseburger was large at $12. Low noise where we were seated.
2. Catalyst Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 326 reviews
We are a full service restaurant. Opened in 1991 as Montana's first coffee cart, The Catalyst Cafe has grown to become a favorite destination in Missoula for full-plate breakfasts and lunches. Open seven days a week and serving breakfast all day. The Cata
Reviewed By JALouie
Catalyst is a pleasant little cafe downtown with two-level seating indoors and a limited seating outdoors, on the sidewalk in front of the cafe. It offers lots of food options to choose from, both regular and gluten-free, and an interesting concept of "build your (breakfast) plate." All of the options from build your breakfast menu we chose were very tasty, and the portions were good sized, but not overly large. The house made jam was interesting (mixed berry, I think), and gluten-free toast was great (and we have tasted lots of gluten-free breads in our life). Service was friendly and expeditious, and the atmosphere was pleasant, yet you could sense a bit of an edgy vibe. All in all, we were very pleased with our breakfast at Catalyst.
1. Pearl Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 442 reviews
Chef-owned and operated, Pearl Cafe is an aptly named jewel of a restaurant serving regional cuisine with a country French accent. The massive beams and peach toned bricks of the historic warehouse provide a warm and inviting atmosphere. Specialties inclu
Reviewed By Monpetit
The smoked trout is a must here and also the beet soup with horseradish.Excellent bison and lamb.Crabcakes are good but too "smoothy"...some real piece or chunck of crab would be a plus...Good dessert but not enough on the local products...Huckleberries or flatehead cheiires with the creme brule or a declinaison of those fruits in a modernized pie shloud bez niceexcellent bread, good service, nice winelist
