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With our location in northwest Montana’s Flathead Valley, it’s no surprise that Kalispell has robust culinary offerings. From bakeries to breweries and farm-to-table restaurants to cideries, Kalispell has an array of places to taste Montana.

No matter your dining style or budget, Kalispell has diverse options for enjoying Montana’s culinary scene. With a heritage firmly rooted in agriculture and ranching, today Kalispell’s dining landscape consists of gardens, farms, bakeries, farmers markets, coffee shops, restaurants, food trucks and grocers, many of who carry, sell and serve local products or incorporate them into their menus. As you make your way around town, you’ll see a few recurring themes and flavors making their way into a variety of dishes, particularly huckleberries and Flathead cherries.

For Montana-inspired flavors, dig into a bison, elk or yak burger at Hops Downtown Grill, sip on huckleberry-filled milkshakes at Norm’s Soda Fountain and enjoy perfectly tossed pizza at Moose’s Saloon. Serving as the perfect complement to dining options are watering holes and a well-rounded craft beverage scene that includes beer, wine, ciders and spirits. Sip on more than 40 kinds of ales and lagers made from Montana-grown malted barley, hand-picked hops and local flavors like cherries, apples and huckleberries at Kalispell breweries. Enjoy small-batch spirits – including whiskey, gin, absinthe, rum and vodka – at local distilleries.

LOCAL CRAFT BEVERAGES: Relax and enjoy Montana-made brews, hard cider and spirits

With Kalispell’s location in northwest Montana and the incredible local farms, orchards and produce within easy reach, it’s likely no surprise that Kalispell has a hearty craft beverage scene. And with so many flavors to choose from, the best way to taste the many flavors of Montana is to start sipping at one of our […]

Patrons toasting cider samples inside at Big Mountain Ciderworks

WHERE TO EAT & DRINK: Dine Out in Kalispell, Montana

From sipping on made-right-here cider to biting into a bison burger, Kalispell’s culinary scene has lots to offer. Taste Montana at local bakeries, coffee shops, distilleries, bistros and restaurants.

Taste Montana with Huckleberries and Cherries

With Kalispell’s location in the lush Flathead Valley, it’s likely no surprise that this mountain town is home to two of the tastiest fruits around — huckleberries and cherries. The valley has fruit orchards that line Flathead Lake and cherry orchards thrive here, with a diverse variety that includes Lapin, Sweetheart, Rainer and Lambert Skeena. […]

Dig into Kalispell’s Dining Scene with These Four Must-Try Items

With Kalispell’s location in a fertile valley that’s home to farms, ranches and orchards, it’s likely no surprise that our culinary scene is thriving. In our mountain town, you can find a variety of dining options that range from creative steakhouses to a cidery with on-site orchards and mouth-watering BBQ to elevated bistros.

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Brannigan’s Irish Pub

Bars, Downtown, Food & Drink, Local Fare, Restaurants

Brannigan’s Irish Pub brings traditional Irish food, drinks, and lively pub hospitality to the Flathead Valley. Family-owned since 2012, this welcoming neighborhood pub serves Irish fare inspired by generations of family recipes, along with Irish beers and an extensive selection of Irish whiskeys and single malts. Settle in for a relaxed meal indoors or enjoy the heated, covered patio when you w...

(406) 393-2418 website

Montana Luxe Events

Catering, Services

Montana Luxe Events creates distinctive wedding and event experiences with professionally trained Beverage Burros, Friesian horses and Beer Steers. Based in the Flathead Valley, the company brings its animals to weddings and events across Montana and the Pacific Northwest, where they can serve guests, add visual flair and create interactive moments. Each animal is carefully groomed, conditioned an...

(406) 465-7337 website

The Clubhouse Lounge

Food & Drink, Golf, Local Fare, Places to Go, Restaurants

The Clubhouse Lounge in Kalispell brings year-round golf and relaxed lounge vibes together in a fun, family-friendly setting. Practice your swing or play virtual rounds on four indoor TrackMan golf simulator bays, with comfortable lounge seating for gathering between shots. The menu features locally sourced beef smash burgers and other food options, complemented by a selection of local microbrews ...

(406) 314-4160 website

Whitefish Grocery Delivery

Food & Drink, Services

Whitefish Grocery Delivery offers convenient and personal grocery delivery services to anyone living in or visiting the Greater Flathead Valley. This is a shop and stock pre-arrival grocery delivery service. ...

(406) 314-0046 website

Ashley Creek Historic Venue at Snowline Acres

Coffee Shops, Food & Drink, Places to Go

Snowline Acres and the Ashley Creek Historic Venue offer a distinctive setting for weddings, celebrations, corporate gatherings, and community events in the Flathead Valley. Set on 30 acres in Northwest Montana, the venue pairs the character of a reconstructed historic Kalispell Lumber building with modern amenities and inviting spaces for gatherings of all sizes. Enjoy the wraparound patio with v...

(406) 752-1440 website

Ceres Bakery

Coffee Shops, Downtown, Food & Drink, Local Fare

Ceres Bakery is a family-owned bakery in downtown Kalispell, Montana, serving the Flathead Valley with fresh-baked breads, pastries, cakes, and specialty coffee since 2006. Everything is baked from scratch daily, from flaky croissants and crusty baguettes to beautiful cakes and other sweet treats. Stop in for a latte and a pastry to start your morning, grab fresh bread for a picnic, or settle in w...

(406) 755-8552 website

Moose’s Saloon

Bars, Downtown, Food & Drink, Local Fare, Restaurants

Step into Montana history at Moose’s Saloon, a legendary bar in downtown Kalispell known for its Old West atmosphere, welcoming spirit and satisfying pizza. Established in 1957, the saloon was transformed into a recreation of an early Montana gathering place, complete with sawdust floors and rustic Western character. Today, visitors can swing open the barn doors, enjoy generously topped pizzas m...

(406) 755-2337 website

The House of S&M – The Kitchen

Catering, Downtown, Food & Drink, Local Fare

The House of S&M brings elevated private dining and luxury catering to Kalispell and the Flathead Valley. Led by Chef Star Ironside, a culinary professional with more than 25 years of experience and training from Le Cordon Bleu, the team creates thoughtfully curated, multi-course meals and chef-driven experiences for intimate gatherings and large-scale events. Host a private dinner at The Aven...

(406) 309-5541 website

Big Mountain Ciderworks

Bars, Craft Beverage, Food & Drink, Local Fare, Restaurants

Flathead Valley’s first hard apple cider orchard and cidery. We make hard cider from heirloom cider and dessert apples grown on our orchard and apples from locally sourced orchards. ...

(888) 682-9337 website

Skald Coffee

Coffee Shops, Food & Drink

Skald Coffee was founded with the vision of bringing people together, coffee in hand. It’s not just serving you a great cup of coffee; it’s a creative space for your story to unfold. Whether you’ve lived in the Flathead Valley your entire life or are visiting Montana for the first time, the mission remains the same: to build community through exceptional coffee and genuine human connection. ...

406-837-3147 website