The 10 Best BBQ Joints in Montana — 2026

We compared all 88 BBQ joints in Montana on the data that matters: services offered, posted hours, and how easy each one is to reach. No pay-to-play — this ranking comes straight from the listings data, updated November 2026.

#1 · The Desoto GrillKalispell

(406) 314-6095 Website View listing

#2 · Blues BBQBillings BrisketRibs

(406) 245-2583 Website View listing

#3 · BourbonBozeman

(406) 586-3443 Website View listing

#4 · Famous Dave's BarbecueMissoula

(406) 541-7427 Website View listing

#5 · Piggyback BarbequeWhitefish BrisketRibsPulled pork

(406) 863-9895 Website View listing

#6 · Sparky's GarageButte

(406) 782-2301 Website View listing

#7 · The Notorious PIG BBQMissoula

(406) 926-1344 Website View listing

#8 · Dickey's Barbecue PitBozeman

(406) 404-1333 Website View listing

#9 · Nite Owl RestaurantColumbia Falls Ribs

(406) 892-3131 Website View listing

#10 · CowboysHuntley Texas-styleBrisketRibsBBQ chicken

(406) 348-2042 Website View listing

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How we rank: every listing earns points for listed services (buffet, texas-style, brisket, ribs, pulled pork, smokehouse, bbq chicken, bbq sandwiches), posted hours, and working contact details. The ranking is recalculated with every data update.