Best Restaurants in Missoula

Quick Answer: Missoula's Best Dining

 

🍽️ Overall Best: Plonk — Upscale wine bar with seasonal menu

 

🥩 Best Steaks: The Stables — Historic setting, premium cuts

 

🍕 Best Pizza: Biga Pizza — Wood-fired sourdough perfection

 

🌮 Best Casual: Taco Sano — Fresh, fast, affordable Mexican

 

Missoula's food scene punches above its weight for a mountain town. From James Beard-nominated chefs to neighborhood gems, the Garden City serves serious flavor.

 

Plonk

 

Location: 322 N Higgins Ave, Missoula, MT 59802

 

Plonk sits in the heart of downtown and delivers upscale dining without pretense. The seasonal menu showcases Montana-sourced ingredients with global technique. Their wine list runs 200+ bottles deep with knowledgeable staff who know what they're pouring.

 

Best for: Date nights, business dinners, wine lovers, special occasions.

 

The Stables

 

Location: 3720 Rattlesnake Dr, Missoula, MT 59802

 

Housed in a converted stable from the early 1900s, The Stables brings Montana ranch heritage to the plate. Their prime rib requires a steak knife, and the bison burgers taste like the West. Stone fireplaces and heavy timber beams create authentic Montana atmosphere.

 

Best for: Anniversary dinners, out-of-town guests, classic Montana flavors.

 

Biga Pizza

 

Location: 241 W Main St, Missoula, MT 59802

 

Biga isn't just the best pizza in Missoula — it competes nationally. The sourdough crust ferments for days then fires in a wood-burning oven at 700+ degrees. The result is chewy, charred, and complex. Expect a wait during peak times. Worth it.

 

Best for: Casual dinners, families, pizza purists, anyone who appreciates craft.

 

Taco Sano

 

Location: 1150 W Broadway St, Missoula, MT 59802

 

Taco Sano keeps it simple and fresh. No microwaves, no freezer-burned ingredients — just quality proteins, house-made salsas, and tortillas that taste like morning. The carnitas tacos deliver slow-cooked perfection. Quick counter service means even lines move fast.

 

Best for: Quick lunches, budget-friendly dinners, families, authentic Mexican.

 

FAQ

 

Q: What's the most romantic restaurant in Missoula?

 

A: Plonk leads for intimate date nights with wine focus and cozy atmosphere. The Stables works for anniversary celebrations.

 

Q: Where can I find vegetarian options?

 

A: Plonk and Biga Pizza both have strong vegetarian menus. Taco Sano can modify most dishes.

 

Q: What's the best restaurant for families?

 

A: Taco Sano and Biga Pizza are casual, loud, and kid-friendly. The Stables welcomes families but leans more upscale.

 

From upscale wine bars to authentic tacos, Missoula's restaurant scene reflects the city itself — unpretentious, quality-focused, and surprisingly diverse.

 

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