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One thing is certain: This is meat-and-potatoes country, which can be great for those craving
a good steak, as you can find one in almost every town. Locally raised beef can be found on
the menus of many restaurants, and bison is becoming increasingly popular as well. If you
haven't had it, it's highly recommended, and beef lovers will generally enjoy bison. A good
bison burger or tenderloin is hard to beat, but if you are asked how you like it cooked, never
ask for anything more than medium. Wild-game dishes, mostly elk and venison, are also
found at finer establishments, with pheasant occasionally on the menu. If you enjoy trying
new fare, this can be an exciting option.
With all the meat on the menu, you would think that vegetarians would be out of luck
when dining out, but surprisingly, options abound, especially at higher-end restaurants. The
“eat local” campaigns are in full swing out West, and many of the best restaurants get as
much of their food as possible from local and regional growers. Despite being seriously
landlocked, seafood is no longer a bad idea in either state. Fresh seafood is flown in from
Hawaii or Seattle daily in many places, and it is generally pretty good. Yes, there are even
fresh sushi bars in Montana and Wyoming, and some are darn tasty. Innovative cuisine can
be found in every major town, but certainly Jackson, Bozeman, Bigfork, Whitefish, Mis-
soula, and Billings stand out.
Does either state have a well-known meal? Well, not really. Montana is famous for its
huckleberries and Flathead cherries, so a good pie or milk shake is a must. Pasties in Butte
are considered indispensable regional cuisine, and Rocky Mountain oysters (calf testicles)
are usually breaded and fried—not exactly gourmet, and not exactly popular or necessarily
worth trying. Delicious Indian tacos load the ingredients onto fry bread, and good Mexican
and Chinese restaurants can be found throughout the region.
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