Guidebook for Helena
Food Scene
Make sure you check Cotton Top's hours on Facebook/Instagram (Fri-Sat), but you NEED to go here! It's located in historic Reeder's Alley next to the pioneer cabin.
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Cotton-Top Pastries
212 S Park AveMake sure you check Cotton Top's hours on Facebook/Instagram (Fri-Sat), but you NEED to go here! It's located in historic Reeder's Alley next to the pioneer cabin.
A Helena classic. Great pasta and sometimes there is live jazz
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On Broadway
106 E Broadway StA Helena classic. Great pasta and sometimes there is live jazz
Great breakfast and a Helena fav! It's cash only and sometimes has a wait list.
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No Sweat Cafe
427 N Last Chance GulchGreat breakfast and a Helena fav! It's cash only and sometimes has a wait list.
We frequent the Last Chance Market and are always pleased! Chef Dave is doing great things, stop in for some lunch! Double check their hours on social media, as they occasionally close for catering events.
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612ChefWorks , Last Chance Market & Catering
32 West 6th AvenueWe frequent the Last Chance Market and are always pleased! Chef Dave is doing great things, stop in for some lunch! Double check their hours on social media, as they occasionally close for catering events.
Montago is hands down the best coffee in town if you're looking for a quality brew! They just opened a new shop in the beautifully remodeled Independent Record building.
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Montago Coffee Co
317 Cruse AvenueMontago is hands down the best coffee in town if you're looking for a quality brew! They just opened a new shop in the beautifully remodeled Independent Record building.
This place is popular for the chicken, but we love the cheeseburger. It's a nothing fancy, classic and delicious burger and fries under $10
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Suds Hut
2701 N Montana AveThis place is popular for the chicken, but we love the cheeseburger. It's a nothing fancy, classic and delicious burger and fries under $10
Helena Hokkaido Ramen & Izakaya
825 Great Northern BoulevardHokkaido has amazing ramen!
Delicious pasta dishes, everything is made in house, the chef is from Rome.
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Ristorante Bella Roma
22 N Last Chance GulchDelicious pasta dishes, everything is made in house, the chef is from Rome.
A perfect lunch spot. The pulled pork is delicious!
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Bad Betty's Barbecue
812 Front StA perfect lunch spot. The pulled pork is delicious!
Locally made ice cream right on the walking mall! Our fav is white mint Oreo.
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Big Dipper Ice Cream
58 N Last Chance GulchLocally made ice cream right on the walking mall! Our fav is white mint Oreo.
A staple Helena coffee shop filled with knick knacks and Montana made goods. Have a slow cup of coffee here and don't forget to bring a book, there is no wifi!
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General Mercantile
413 N Last Chance GulchA staple Helena coffee shop filled with knick knacks and Montana made goods. Have a slow cup of coffee here and don't forget to bring a book, there is no wifi!
A sport's bar vibe on the walking with a fabulous happy hour! Between 3pm-6pm draft beer and house wine is only $3. Check out the chalkboard on your way in to see the daily special.
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Windbag Saloon & Grill
19 S Last Chance Gulch StA sport's bar vibe on the walking with a fabulous happy hour! Between 3pm-6pm draft beer and house wine is only $3. Check out the chalkboard on your way in to see the daily special.
This a new burger joint downtown that serves LOCAL Montana beef. It’s located inside the Gold Bar, but is family friendly. You can even grab a bite from their walk up window.
Old Salt Outpost
406 North Last Chance GulchThis a new burger joint downtown that serves LOCAL Montana beef. It’s located inside the Gold Bar, but is family friendly. You can even grab a bite from their walk up window.
Incredible quiche, cinnamon rolls, and hearty sourdough bread with delicious depth of flavor.
Sunflower Bakery
1442 Euclid AveIncredible quiche, cinnamon rolls, and hearty sourdough bread with delicious depth of flavor.
Located right next to Ten Mile Creek Brewery on the walking mall. Unique sandwiches, bowls, and other tasty bites!
The Hopper Kitchen & Market
Located right next to Ten Mile Creek Brewery on the walking mall. Unique sandwiches, bowls, and other tasty bites!
Drinks & Nightlife
A Helena favorite, Blackfoot is downtown and located perfectly if you'd like to grab a pint after hiking Mount Helena!
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Blackfoot River Brewing Co
66 S Park AveA Helena favorite, Blackfoot is downtown and located perfectly if you'd like to grab a pint after hiking Mount Helena!
Located on the walking mall with some great porch seating.
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Ten Mile Creek Brewery
48 N Last Chance GulchLocated on the walking mall with some great porch seating.
The Hawthorn is one of our go-to places in town. It's elegant, but totally approachable! The staff is extremely knowledgable and helps you pinpoint the perfect glass of wine.
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The Hawthorn Bottle Shop and Tasting Room
46 N Last Chance GulchThe Hawthorn is one of our go-to places in town. It's elegant, but totally approachable! The staff is extremely knowledgable and helps you pinpoint the perfect glass of wine.
The Gulch, just like the breweries in town, is technically a tasting room so they close at 8pm. Definitely a fun place for a bev if you're craving something other than beer.
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Gulch Distillers
790 Front StThe Gulch, just like the breweries in town, is technically a tasting room so they close at 8pm. Definitely a fun place for a bev if you're craving something other than beer.
Not located in the downtown strip, but a very popular spot. Unlike the other breweries, this place is open late. You may recognize some of their beers as they have expanded into lots of distribution the last few years.
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Lewis & Clark Tap Room
1535 Dodge AveNot located in the downtown strip, but a very popular spot. Unlike the other breweries, this place is open late. You may recognize some of their beers as they have expanded into lots of distribution the last few years.
This spot is new to Helena and a great place if you're looking for a wide variety of drink options. They have TONS of beer on tap (local/national/international), multiple ciders, wine, and more!
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Headwaters Crafthouse
2125 North Last Chance GulchThis spot is new to Helena and a great place if you're looking for a wide variety of drink options. They have TONS of beer on tap (local/national/international), multiple ciders, wine, and more!
Sightseeing
Montana State Capitol
1301 E 6th AveCathedral of St. Helena
530 N Ewing StAnother seasonal activity a little ways out of town. The Gates of the Mountains tour boat is super fun! You'll be on the same waters as Lewis and Clark, see some gorgeous views, and learn more about Montana history!
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Gates of the Mountains
3131 Gates of the Mountains RdAnother seasonal activity a little ways out of town. The Gates of the Mountains tour boat is super fun! You'll be on the same waters as Lewis and Clark, see some gorgeous views, and learn more about Montana history!
Arts & Culture
Located downtown on the Gulch. Stroll through the gallery to see local and national artists.
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Holter Museum of Art
12 E Lawrence StLocated downtown on the Gulch. Stroll through the gallery to see local and national artists.
Check out what's happening at The Myrna during your stay. They feature a variety of artists, musicians, and films. You can purchase snacks, beer, and wine to enjoy during the show.
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The Myrna Loy
15 N Ewing StCheck out what's happening at The Myrna during your stay. They feature a variety of artists, musicians, and films. You can purchase snacks, beer, and wine to enjoy during the show.
The Archie Bray Foundation for the Ceramic Arts is a public, nonprofit, educational institution. Wander around the grounds and you'll see ceramic art scattered everywhere you look!
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Archie Bray Foundation
2915 Country Club AveThe Archie Bray Foundation for the Ceramic Arts is a public, nonprofit, educational institution. Wander around the grounds and you'll see ceramic art scattered everywhere you look!
Entertainment & Activities
See a show at our local performing arts theater!
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Grandstreet Theatre
325 N Park AveSee a show at our local performing arts theater!
Such a fun place to browse around! There a tons of booths inside this antique mall -- don't forget to check out Hoot Owl's booth upstairs on the left side with a swirly stripe on the wall! They always have some treasures!
Golden Girls Antiques Mall
505 N Last Chance GulchSuch a fun place to browse around! There a tons of booths inside this antique mall -- don't forget to check out Hoot Owl's booth upstairs on the left side with a swirly stripe on the wall! They always have some treasures!
A great place to relax any time of day! There are multiple soaking pools of different temperatures, poolside drink service, saunas, and occasionally live music! The restaurant inside is also delicious.
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Broadwater Hot Springs & Fitness
4920 US-12A great place to relax any time of day! There are multiple soaking pools of different temperatures, poolside drink service, saunas, and occasionally live music! The restaurant inside is also delicious.
Stroll the Farmer's Market in the summer time to see local artistry and grab some fresh produce!
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Helena Farmers’ Market
Fuller AvenueStroll the Farmer's Market in the summer time to see local artistry and grab some fresh produce!
Essentials
Safeway
611 N Montana AveNatural Grocers
3061 N Montana AveReal Food Market & Deli
1096 Helena AveLocal grocery store. If you go in the morning, grab a fresh donut!
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Van's Thriftway
306 Euclid AveLocal grocery store. If you go in the morning, grab a fresh donut!
Rodney Street Laundry
122 N Rodney StThis laundromat is close to downtown
Parks & Nature
This is the hub for lots of trailheads leading all around Mount Helena.
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Mount Helena City Park
This is the hub for lots of trailheads leading all around Mount Helena.
Most of the trailheads that lead to Mount Ascension are scattered throughout the surrounding neighborhoods.
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Mount Ascension
Most of the trailheads that lead to Mount Ascension are scattered throughout the surrounding neighborhoods.
Take a 20 minute drive out of town to explore the beauty of Canyon Ferry Lake!
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Canyon Ferry Lake
Take a 20 minute drive out of town to explore the beauty of Canyon Ferry Lake!