It has been said that Montana is just a small town with really long roads. Sometimes it certainly feels that way — even some of our best restaurants are secluded and off the beaten path. These back road eateries in the Treasure State are all worth finding, even if you have to use your GPS to reach them.

  1. Lolo Creek Steakhouse

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Lolo Creek Steakhouse Facebook The Lolo Creek Steakhouse is a favorite spot for hikers, ranchers, vacationers, and anyone who doesn’t mind a bit of a drive for a hearty meal. The log cabin steakhouse is rustic, but your food will always be top quality. Address: 6600 US-12, Lolo, MT, 59847

  1. Emigrant Outpost

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Emigrant Outpost Facebook The Emigrant Outpost is the Paradise Valley’s favorite watering hole. Aside from being a full casino and a fantastic spot for billiards, they serve classic comfort food you’ll love. Address: 70 Murphy Lane, Pray, MT, 59065

  1. Land of Magic Steakhouse

Land of Magic Steakhouse

Maria K / TripAdvisor The Land of Magic Steakhouse is family owned and operated eatery located in the tiny town of Logan, just outside Manhattan. And to say they serve some of Montana’s best steaks is not an understatement. Address: 11060 Front Street, Logan, MT, 59741

  1. The Grizzly Bar

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The Grizzly Bar Facebook The Grizzly Bar is primarily known for two things, its remote location and its mouthwatering burgers and steaks. It has become a Treasure State icon, and after one meal here, you’ll understand why. Address: 1409 US-287, Cameron, MT, 59720

  1. Ekstrom’s Stage Station

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Elkstrom’s Stage Station Facebook Anyone staying at this onsite campground is lucky, because they can enjoy a hot meal at Ekstrom Stage Station five days a week. From classic comfort food like chicken and dumplings to their award-winning huckleberry pie, this spot serves a little bit of everything delicious. Address: 81 Rock Creek Road, Clinton, MT 59825

  1. McAllister Inn Steakhouse

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SandytheGypsy / TripAdvisor Located on a lonely highway in the small community of McAllister (population 163), this cozy steakhouse is a beloved local treasure. Their good old-fashioned steaks are mouthwatering, and if you have a bit too much beer or wine, you can spend the night on the property. Address: 5566 US Highway 287, McAllister, MT, 59740

  1. Gallatin River Grill

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management / TripAdvisor If you’re looking for the perfect special occasion spot or date night, head to the Gallatin River Grill at the beautiful Gallatin River Lodge. The peaceful property will completely relax you, and the menu is full of rotating delicious delicacies (save room for dessert). Address: 9105 Thorpe Road, Bozeman, MT, 59718

Sometimes the drive to and from the restaurant is just as much of an experience as your meal. For an example, check out Montana’s historic Jersey Lilly.

Lolo Creek Steakhouse Facebook

The Lolo Creek Steakhouse is a favorite spot for hikers, ranchers, vacationers, and anyone who doesn’t mind a bit of a drive for a hearty meal. The log cabin steakhouse is rustic, but your food will always be top quality. Address: 6600 US-12, Lolo, MT, 59847

Emigrant Outpost Facebook

The Emigrant Outpost is the Paradise Valley’s favorite watering hole. Aside from being a full casino and a fantastic spot for billiards, they serve classic comfort food you’ll love. Address: 70 Murphy Lane, Pray, MT, 59065

Land of Magic Steakhouse

Maria K / TripAdvisor

The Land of Magic Steakhouse is family owned and operated eatery located in the tiny town of Logan, just outside Manhattan. And to say they serve some of Montana’s best steaks is not an understatement. Address: 11060 Front Street, Logan, MT, 59741

The Grizzly Bar Facebook

The Grizzly Bar is primarily known for two things, its remote location and its mouthwatering burgers and steaks. It has become a Treasure State icon, and after one meal here, you’ll understand why. Address: 1409 US-287, Cameron, MT, 59720

Ekstrom’s Stage Station Facebook

Elkstrom’s Stage Station Facebook

Anyone staying at this onsite campground is lucky, because they can enjoy a hot meal at Ekstrom Stage Station five days a week. From classic comfort food like chicken and dumplings to their award-winning huckleberry pie, this spot serves a little bit of everything delicious. Address: 81 Rock Creek Road, Clinton, MT 59825

Diana M / TripAvisor

SandytheGypsy / TripAdvisor

Located on a lonely highway in the small community of McAllister (population 163), this cozy steakhouse is a beloved local treasure. Their good old-fashioned steaks are mouthwatering, and if you have a bit too much beer or wine, you can spend the night on the property. Address: 5566 US Highway 287, McAllister, MT, 59740

management / TripAdvisor

If you’re looking for the perfect special occasion spot or date night, head to the Gallatin River Grill at the beautiful Gallatin River Lodge. The peaceful property will completely relax you, and the menu is full of rotating delicious delicacies (save room for dessert). Address: 9105 Thorpe Road, Bozeman, MT, 59718

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