There’s nothing like a little waterfront dining to take a restaurant experience from good to great. There’s certainly no shortage of rivers in Montana, and needless to say, we’ve got some wonderful places to eat with nice, calming views. These 7 Montana restaurants right on the river are known for their delicious food.
- Gallatin Riverhouse Grill, Big Sky
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Cristina L. / Yelp The Gallatin Riverhouse Grill is known for their excellent BBQ options, and the views of the Gallatin River from the outdoor patio makes the dining experience even better.
- Mackenzie River Pizza, Great Falls
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Julia A. / Yelp The delicious and well-loved Montana pizza chain has a Great Falls location that sits right on the river, proving pizza is even better with a view.
- Union Grille, Fort Benton
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Dwayne R. / TripAdvisor Fort Benton’s Grand Union Hotel is in a gorgeous historic building. Their onsite restaurant, the Union Grille, serves classic American entrees right next to the Missouri River.
- River Edge Resort & Steakhouse, Alberton
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Kel F. / Yelp This casual camping resort happens to have a savory steakhouse that sits right on the river, and they’re known for cooking those steaks to perfection.
- Finn and Porter, Missoula
Tirebiter8 / TripAdvisor Whether you’re in the mood for oyster shooters or some tasty pizza, Finn and Porter serves it all… not to mention their location on the Clark Fork River is amazing.
- Yellowstone Valley Grill, Livingston
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montanan_traveler / TripAdvisor Yellowstone Valley Lodge’s fine dining restaurant has delicious farm to table entrees with relaxing river views.
- Missouri River Diner, Great Falls
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James R. / Yelp The Missouri River Diner started as a small soda shop inside the corner dime store in 1945. They’ve been at their current location since 1948, and you’ll still get a retro 50s vibe if you have a meal there.
Riverside dining is so peaceful and relaxing. And for even more Montana waterfront dining options, check out this list.
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Cristina L. / Yelp
The Gallatin Riverhouse Grill is known for their excellent BBQ options, and the views of the Gallatin River from the outdoor patio makes the dining experience even better.
Mark M. / Yelp
Julia A. / Yelp
The delicious and well-loved Montana pizza chain has a Great Falls location that sits right on the river, proving pizza is even better with a view.
j marice_TripAdvisor
Dwayne R. / TripAdvisor
Fort Benton’s Grand Union Hotel is in a gorgeous historic building. Their onsite restaurant, the Union Grille, serves classic American entrees right next to the Missouri River.
River Edge Resort / Yelp
Kel F. / Yelp
This casual camping resort happens to have a savory steakhouse that sits right on the river, and they’re known for cooking those steaks to perfection.
Tirebiter8 / TripAdvisor
Whether you’re in the mood for oyster shooters or some tasty pizza, Finn and Porter serves it all… not to mention their location on the Clark Fork River is amazing.
montana_traveler / TripAdvisor
montanan_traveler / TripAdvisor
Yellowstone Valley Lodge’s fine dining restaurant has delicious farm to table entrees with relaxing river views.
Missouri River Diner Facebook
James R. / Yelp
The Missouri River Diner started as a small soda shop inside the corner dime store in 1945. They’ve been at their current location since 1948, and you’ll still get a retro 50s vibe if you have a meal there.
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