The best of Great Falls

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The best of Great Falls

Food scene

So many delicious varieties of salad, hamburgers, artisan sandwiches, pasta, steak, craft cocktails, and more.
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The Montana Club Restaurant
907 Smelter Ave NE
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So many delicious varieties of salad, hamburgers, artisan sandwiches, pasta, steak, craft cocktails, and more.
Because grilled cheese deserves its own restaurant! This spot also offers a large selection of local brews & ciders.
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The Block
4 5th St S
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Because grilled cheese deserves its own restaurant! This spot also offers a large selection of local brews & ciders.
Delicious, exquisite, gourmet. If you’re bold, ask for the jalapeño salt and dipping sauces.
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Fire Artisan Pizza
107 5th St N
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Delicious, exquisite, gourmet. If you’re bold, ask for the jalapeño salt and dipping sauces.
Sometimes a local diner is exactly what hits the spot.
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Tracy's Family Restaurant
127 Central Avenue
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Sometimes a local diner is exactly what hits the spot.
If you love barbecue, run – don’t walk – to SMOKED. Opens at 11am Tues-Sat. Make sure to arrive early because they often run out!
SMOKED. American Barbecue
203 2nd Ave N
If you love barbecue, run – don’t walk – to SMOKED. Opens at 11am Tues-Sat. Make sure to arrive early because they often run out!
Fresh baked pastries, bread & buns, in addition to delicious soup, salads, and sandwiches. Local & farm fresh!
Wheat Montana Great Falls
1116 9th Street South
Fresh baked pastries, bread & buns, in addition to delicious soup, salads, and sandwiches. Local & farm fresh!
Excellent spot for ramen, sushi, and sake with some of the kindest wait staff in town.
Great Falls Hokkaido Ramen & Sushi Bar
1601 Market Place Drive
Excellent spot for ramen, sushi, and sake with some of the kindest wait staff in town.
For a classy date night, reserve a table & make the 20 minute drive out to this hidden gem. You will receive top tier service and enjoy a menu curated by owner Chef Michael. Make sure to try the Missouri Breaks, whether as an appetizer, steak topping, or its own entrée!
Beef N Bone Steakhouse
19 Ulm South Frontage Rd
For a classy date night, reserve a table & make the 20 minute drive out to this hidden gem. You will receive top tier service and enjoy a menu curated by owner Chef Michael. Make sure to try the Missouri Breaks, whether as an appetizer, steak topping, or its own entrée!
Visit this hole-in-the-wall spot where you will find the best apple pie you’ve ever tasted. Excellent breakfast or brunch as well!
Family Affair Restaurant
616 26th St N
Visit this hole-in-the-wall spot where you will find the best apple pie you’ve ever tasted. Excellent breakfast or brunch as well!
A step up from Applebee’s, Jakers provides a comfortable, dinner-date type of ambiance. Whatever you do, don’t miss out on the complimentary scones & honey butter.
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Jakers Bar & Grill
1500 10th Ave S
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A step up from Applebee’s, Jakers provides a comfortable, dinner-date type of ambiance. Whatever you do, don’t miss out on the complimentary scones & honey butter.

Coffee

Stop by to inhale the aroma of freshly roasted beans, grab a cup of Charlie Russell, and snack on a phenomenal baked good.
Morning Light Coffee Roasters
1709 9th Avenue South
Stop by to inhale the aroma of freshly roasted beans, grab a cup of Charlie Russell, and snack on a phenomenal baked good.
This adorable little cat-themed café is run by some exceptionally friendly gals.
Miss Kitty's Coffee Cafe
2501 6th Ave N
This adorable little cat-themed café is run by some exceptionally friendly gals.
Great coffee & food options beyond pastries. Worth a stop!
Double Barrel Coffee House Cafe
1500 9th Avenue South
Great coffee & food options beyond pastries. Worth a stop!
The best spot for coffee afficionados, with a beautiful outdoor patio area.
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Al Banco
112 2nd Ave S
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The best spot for coffee afficionados, with a beautiful outdoor patio area.
Not just coffee, but also fresh deli, froyo, a convenience store, and gas station.
Schulte's Coffee House
3800 3rd Avenue South
Not just coffee, but also fresh deli, froyo, a convenience store, and gas station.
A delicious spot for coffee, sandwiches, salads, and baked goods.
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Electric City Coffee, Coffee Bar and Bistro
319 Central Ave
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A delicious spot for coffee, sandwiches, salads, and baked goods.

Shopping

One of several antique stores along Central Avenue, packed full of fun, eclectic, vintage items.
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Feather Your Nest
311 Central Ave
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One of several antique stores along Central Avenue, packed full of fun, eclectic, vintage items.
If you’re looking for a nice gift for yourself or someone back home, this boutique is your best bet.
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Dragonfly Dry Goods
504 Central Ave
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If you’re looking for a nice gift for yourself or someone back home, this boutique is your best bet.
No better place to gear up for the wild, wild west!
Hoglund's Work And Western Wear
306 1st Ave S
No better place to gear up for the wild, wild west!
This corner market & store is one of the few places to find just about any special cooking ingredient you might need. Stop by for a bite, to pick up a gift or treat, or to take a cooking class.
Pizazz Market
403 Central Avenue
This corner market & store is one of the few places to find just about any special cooking ingredient you might need. Stop by for a bite, to pick up a gift or treat, or to take a cooking class.
Part grocery/deli, part restaurant. The owners of this establishment are the finest wine connoisseurs in Great Falls. Ask for a wine tasting, enjoy a meal, or purchase a gift for a fellow wine lover.
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Fifth & Wine
214 5th St S
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Part grocery/deli, part restaurant. The owners of this establishment are the finest wine connoisseurs in Great Falls. Ask for a wine tasting, enjoy a meal, or purchase a gift for a fellow wine lover.
This market is a smaller, less commercial grocery store akin to Whole Foods, where you can find local, organic, bulk, gluten free, and/or vegan options for any dietary need or preference.
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2J's Fresh Market
105 Smelter Ave NE
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This market is a smaller, less commercial grocery store akin to Whole Foods, where you can find local, organic, bulk, gluten free, and/or vegan options for any dietary need or preference.
If you blink you might miss this local treasure about 25 miles out of town. Smoot Honey has been a family-run business since 1964, producing Montana’s best honey. Make the trip to meet the kind & informative owners or pick up a container in a local grocery store.
Smoot Honey Co
202 Central Avenue
If you blink you might miss this local treasure about 25 miles out of town. Smoot Honey has been a family-run business since 1964, producing Montana’s best honey. Make the trip to meet the kind & informative owners or pick up a container in a local grocery store.
On your drive to/from Smoot Honey, stop at Big Sky Deli for lunch or pick up some snacks for later. Owned & operated by a local Hutterite colony, this establishment boasts some of the best home-baked breads, biscuits, cakes, cinnamon rolls, cookies, sandwiches, ice cream and more. Sits adjacent to a fun jungle gym for kids to enjoy, too.
Big Sky Deli
190 US-89
On your drive to/from Smoot Honey, stop at Big Sky Deli for lunch or pick up some snacks for later. Owned & operated by a local Hutterite colony, this establishment boasts some of the best home-baked breads, biscuits, cakes, cinnamon rolls, cookies, sandwiches, ice cream and more. Sits adjacent to a fun jungle gym for kids to enjoy, too.

Night Life

Arguably the hottest bar any night of the week. The Do features Godfather’s pizza, pool tables, a back patio/concert venue, and casino.
The Do Bar
1800 3rd Street Northwest
Arguably the hottest bar any night of the week. The Do features Godfather’s pizza, pool tables, a back patio/concert venue, and casino.
For a bit more rustic experience, this bar doubles as a museum of wild, wild west paraphernalia.
Cowboys Bar
311 3rd St NW
For a bit more rustic experience, this bar doubles as a museum of wild, wild west paraphernalia.
Located on the upper floor of the O’Haire Motor Inn, this tiki-themed bar has been a Great Falls icon for decades. Make sure to tip the swimming mermaids and share a fish bowl with your friends.
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Sip 'n Dip Great Falls
17 7th St S
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Located on the upper floor of the O’Haire Motor Inn, this tiki-themed bar has been a Great Falls icon for decades. Make sure to tip the swimming mermaids and share a fish bowl with your friends.
For a more modern, casual experience, head to the second floor of the building complex and follow the sounds of music and lively chatter. You’ll find a great selection of microbrews, dry ice cocktails, bites to eat, and more.
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Elevation 3330
410 Central Ave
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For a more modern, casual experience, head to the second floor of the building complex and follow the sounds of music and lively chatter. You’ll find a great selection of microbrews, dry ice cocktails, bites to eat, and more.
Bougie meets laid-back at this cozy, classy joint. Walkable from The Block, Elevation 3330, the Newberry, and more.
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Enbar Craft Cocktail Lounge
8 5th St S
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Bougie meets laid-back at this cozy, classy joint. Walkable from The Block, Elevation 3330, the Newberry, and more.
A fresh, new live music venue and bar. Ask to try one of their experimental infusions or order a creative cocktail. If you’re there to enjoy a show, don’t forget to buy tickets!
The Newberry
420 Central Avenue
A fresh, new live music venue and bar. Ask to try one of their experimental infusions or order a creative cocktail. If you’re there to enjoy a show, don’t forget to buy tickets!
A true German bar that will transport you straight to Berlin. Don’t bother asking for an IPA – they only serve German beers here. If you get a chance to meet the owner, Mattias, you will make ein freund for life!
Kellergeist
111 Central Avenue
A true German bar that will transport you straight to Berlin. Don’t bother asking for an IPA – they only serve German beers here. If you get a chance to meet the owner, Mattias, you will make ein freund for life!
We wouldn’t necessarily recommend hanging out at this spot (especially after dark) but it’s definitely one of the better liquor stores in town.
Lido Bar & Casino
625 1st Avenue Northwest
We wouldn’t necessarily recommend hanging out at this spot (especially after dark) but it’s definitely one of the better liquor stores in town.
A suitable alternative to Lido if you’re on the opposite side of town (or prefer a somewhat less sketchy vibe).
Montana Lil's Liquor Store
3800 10th Avenue South
A suitable alternative to Lido if you’re on the opposite side of town (or prefer a somewhat less sketchy vibe).

Sightseeing

Miles and miles of beautiful, paved walking paths along Great Fall’s finest feature: the Missouri River. Some of our favorite spots to park include: >> The caboose (1962-1998 River Dr N). From the caboose, walk northeast along this path as far as you like, and enjoy the sweeping views of the falls. >> Gibson Park (search “Gibson Park Trail”). Park near the statue or duck pond, take a loop, or follow the walking path under the railroad tracks to the river’s edge. >> Black Eagle Memorial Island (follow N River Rd until you find parking). This spot features a closer look at Montana’s first hydroelectric dam, for which Great Falls was nicknamed “Electric City.”
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River's Edge Trail
1700 River Drive North
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Miles and miles of beautiful, paved walking paths along Great Fall’s finest feature: the Missouri River. Some of our favorite spots to park include: >> The caboose (1962-1998 River Dr N). From the caboose, walk northeast along this path as far as you like, and enjoy the sweeping views of the falls. >> Gibson Park (search “Gibson Park Trail”). Park near the statue or duck pond, take a loop, or follow the walking path under the railroad tracks to the river’s edge. >> Black Eagle Memorial Island (follow N River Rd until you find parking). This spot features a closer look at Montana’s first hydroelectric dam, for which Great Falls was nicknamed “Electric City.”
Fun fact: this park is home to one of the largest freshwater springs in the country, producing over 156 million gallons of water each day. Take a walk, hike, or meander around this beautiful area. Don’t forget to feed the fish in the show pond.
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Parque Estatal de Giant Springs
4803 Giant Springs Rd
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Fun fact: this park is home to one of the largest freshwater springs in the country, producing over 156 million gallons of water each day. Take a walk, hike, or meander around this beautiful area. Don’t forget to feed the fish in the show pond.
Just a short drive out of town, nestled in the Little Belt Mountains. This park offers trails alongside large cliffs and ledges, once a hotbed of silver and lead mining. Since there are some steep grades and precarious pathways, it is best for at least moderately-experienced hikers. Bring a fishing pole, too!
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Sluice Boxes State Park
38 Evans Riceville Rd
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Just a short drive out of town, nestled in the Little Belt Mountains. This park offers trails alongside large cliffs and ledges, once a hotbed of silver and lead mining. Since there are some steep grades and precarious pathways, it is best for at least moderately-experienced hikers. Bring a fishing pole, too!
About 80 miles out of town, this spot is a bit more difficult to get to, but well worth it. We have enjoyed camping, boating, jet skiing, hunting, fishing, hiking, canoeing, and more in this gorgeous, remote location. But if you’re in need of a hot meal or cold beer, head to the nearby Sun Canyon Lodge.
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Gibson Reservoir
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About 80 miles out of town, this spot is a bit more difficult to get to, but well worth it. We have enjoyed camping, boating, jet skiing, hunting, fishing, hiking, canoeing, and more in this gorgeous, remote location. But if you’re in need of a hot meal or cold beer, head to the nearby Sun Canyon Lodge.

Attractions

Showcase for a huge collection of works & paintings by the renowned Western artist, plus entry into his home & log cabin studio. Be sure to stop in the gift shop, it’s one of our favorites.
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C.M. Russell Museum
400 13th St N
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Showcase for a huge collection of works & paintings by the renowned Western artist, plus entry into his home & log cabin studio. Be sure to stop in the gift shop, it’s one of our favorites.
Learn about the adventurers’ path to the west with exhibits, demonstrations, maps, models, and more. Great gift shop as well.
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Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center
4201 Giant Springs Rd
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Learn about the adventurers’ path to the west with exhibits, demonstrations, maps, models, and more. Great gift shop as well.
Cheer from the grandstands as racers zip around the track. Races are typically a few times a week, $15 entry (discounts available). Concessions available.
Electric City Speedway
2801 Old Havre Highway
Cheer from the grandstands as racers zip around the track. Races are typically a few times a week, $15 entry (discounts available). Concessions available.
Keep cool during warmer seasons at this water park, featuring a lazy river, slides, and children’s play structures. Concessions available.
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Electric City Water Park
100 River Drive South
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Keep cool during warmer seasons at this water park, featuring a lazy river, slides, and children’s play structures. Concessions available.
Highly rated slopes for skiing or snowboarding, with quality instructors and fairly priced rentals.
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Showdown Montana
2850 US-89
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Highly rated slopes for skiing or snowboarding, with quality instructors and fairly priced rentals.

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