3 Best Restaurants in Helena, Bozeman, and Southwest Montana, Montana

Piccola Cucina at Ox Pasture

$$$ Fodor's choice
In this stylish little storefront eatery—the lone Montana outpost of a group of hip Sicilian restaurants in New York City—you can savor some of the best Italian food in the Rockies, along with an exceptional selection of wines. The cooking here ranges from old-school classics like eggplant Parmesan and spaghetti with clams to more ambitious fare, such as whole grilled sea bass.
7 Broadway N, Red Lodge, Montana, 59068, USA
406-446–1212
Known For
  • locally sourced ingredients
  • urban, contemporary decor
  • pistachio crème brûlée
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Nov.–Apr.

Uptown Café

$$$$ Fodor's choice

Fresh seafood, steaks, poultry, and pasta are served in this elegant restaurant that's one of southwest Montana's finest eateries. Try the scallops Provençal, sauteed with tomatoes, feta cheese,and garlic. A cafeteria-style lunch is served from 11 to 1. A rotating exhibit of paintings by local artists lines the walls.

Whistle Pig Korean

$$ Fodor's choice
A welcome addition to Bozeman's growing selection of international restaurants, this cozy, dimly lighted Korean eatery serves delectable pork-kimchi buns, fried tofu dumplings, and bibimbap with bulgogi beef. Be sure to save room for a house-made Korean street doughnut.
25 N. Willson Ave., Bozeman, Montana, 59715, USA
406-404–1224
Known For
  • cucumber kimchi
  • Kalbi barbecued short ribs
  • short but sweet list of interesting beer and wine
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. No lunch

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