In Montana, the best meals sometimes roll in on four wheels. From Mexican dishes to healthy treats, these food trucks serve up distinct flavors under the Big Sky. Here are some of the best you’ll want to track down.
Location: Rimrock Mall Food Truck Park, next to AMC on Central Ave
Type of Food: American
Hours: Monday to Saturday: 11 am to 8 pm
Sunday: 11 am to 6 pm
Built based on a long-time dream of Ron (Pop) and his mother, this food truck features tasty recipes that pay homage to Pop’s late mother. Ron also provides excellent, friendly service to match the food that he serves.
We tried one of their specialties (Mom’s Breakfast Tots) and it surely did not disappoint! The crispy tater tots are combined with egg cooked to perfection, drizzled with plenty of delicious sausage gravy, and topped with freshly cooked bacon. Their other menu items will also keep your taste buds satisfied!
Location: 6220 Jackrabbit Ln, Belgrade, MT
Type of Food: Mexican
Hours: Monday, Wednesday to Saturday: 10 am to 10 pm
Tuesday: 10 am to 8 pm
If you’re craving authentic Mexican food, this one is for you! Besides tacos, their menu features a variety of affordable, scrumptious meals served quickly in generous portions.
For a great deal, we recommend trying their special taco plate, which comes with six tacos and your chosen meat. Our personal favorites include carne asada tacos, carnitas tacos, and Torta Al Pastor.
Location: 1427 Powers Blvd, Belgrade, MT
Type of food: Mexican, open-fire cooking
Hours: Monday to Saturday: 9 am to 7 pm
Chef Joe Gil built Braza to serve meals that showcase what Montana has to offer. He uses local produce and seasonal ingredients that elevate some of the most reliable foods like smashburgers!
Besides his culinary expertise, Chef Joe has shown us time and time again to be a contributor to our community. This past summer, he provided free lunch for kids who would typically rely on school lunch to fuel their hunger. The out-of-school students were able to enjoy Braza’s Beef Tallow French Fries, Smash Burgers, and Smoked Steak Sandwiches. Braza also donated to a kids’ scholarship program to help with the tuition and uniforms of Jiujitsu students in Manhattan.
So remember, next time you’re stopping at the Braza food truck, you’re getting more than a yummy meal.
Location: 1200 N Last Chance Gulch, Helena, MT
Type of food: Healthy Alternatives
Hours: Monday to Wednesday, Friday: 10 am to 6 pm
Thursday: 10 am to 5 pm
Saturday: 9 am to 4 pm
Sunday: 10 am to 4 pm
A Montana food trip wouldn’t be complete without some of the best Acai bowls around. Mountain Berry Bowls is the best place for that!
This unique food truck franchise focuses on connecting with people while serving healthy and natural smoothie bowls—our personal favorite: Mount Helena. The bowl features an acai base topped with strawberries, bananas, blueberries, kiwi, coconut, bee pollen, and honey. We always add extra honey for a sweet treat.
The menu is dairy-free and gluten-free, making it a reliable choice for restrictive diets.
Location: 1731 Tschache Ln, Bozeman, MT
Type of Food: Salvadoran/Mexican
Hours: Monday to Sunday: 12 pm to 7 pm
La Unica Pupuseria is a hidden gem that serves authentic Salvadoran and Mexican dishes. We highly recommend following them on Facebook or Instagram, as their location can often change. But, wherever they are, it’s worth the trip. Pupusas are their most popular menu item. If you haven’t tried them, you’re missing out. It’s an authentic Salvadoran snack made with fresh masa and various fillings like cheese, pork, beans, and more. They’re served with homemade curtido and sauce. Amber’s personal favorites are the loroco and cheese pupusas. Yum!
Location: Neptune’s Brewery, 119 N L St, Livingston, Montana
Type of Food: Fusion, Asian
Hours: Thursday to Monday: 4 pm to 8 pm
Moshi Food is perfect if you want to try a unique meal! This food truck offers dishes inspired by cuisines from various parts of the world, using local produce and meat. The evolving menu means you always have something new to try here. Their IG page (@moshifoodmt) is the best place for menu updates. And remember, the answer to ‘Should I get the bao buns?’ is always yes!
Around the holidays, be sure to watch out for Grandma Mildred’s Brittle, available in peanut, almond, and pistachio flavors.
Montana’s food trucks prove that excellent dishes don’t need a fancy dining room, just an open mind and the willingness to have a damn good time.
Have you visited a food truck you think should make the list? Send us your favorites on Instagram (@wanderingthebigsky)!
