There’s nothing quite like the smell of Piggyback Barbecue on a summer evening in Whitefish. This is Montana’s only authentic pit BBQ restaurant, and the kitchen takes that distinction seriously — smoking ribs, pulled pork, beef brisket, and burgers low and slow over Flathead cherry wood, which gives the meat a subtly sweet, distinctly local flavor you won’t find anywhere else.

The farm-to-table commitment runs deep here: fresh ingredients sourced from local vendors, a menu that changes with the seasons, and a spirit of genuine Montana hospitality in every plate. Live music and events run regularly, the craft beer and wine selection is well chosen, and the outdoor seating fills up fast in summer. A Whitefish original that earns every return visit.