Page 113 - Flathead Living Fall 2014

Progress.
Three Rivers Bank is remodeling and expanding to serve you better.
Idaho STREET Bank • 755-4271 MERIdIan Road Bank • 755-5432
233 E Idaho Street Kalispell, MT 59901 552 N Meridian Road Kalispell, MT 59901
www.ThreeRiversBankMontana.com
original Kalispell Malting and Brewing Company closed in 1955) is well on its way to becoming one of the state’s pre- mier craft breweries. What’s unique about Kalispell Brewing is they serve every beer in a style-specific glass. My recommenda- tion? The snowslip stout.
after downing our drinks before last call, we headed over to Hop’s Downtown Grill for some dinner. hop’s also has a nice beer selection and a solid menu that makes claim to the best burgers in Montana. That’ a pretty bold claim, especially in a state that prides itself on its beef, but the brie and bacon burger is pretty spectacular. The black bean burger is also sure to please.
There are plenty of other top-notch eateries in town. Brannigan’s Irish Pub has amazing handcrafted beef pasties that make for a perfect meal on a cool fall day. Make sure you get a side of gravy and some dipping fries. if you’re looking for a quick bite, When in Rome Pizzeria, just across the street from Brannigan’s, has some of the best slices in the Flathead Valley. another underrated gem of Kalispell’s food scene is Thai Palace, which features out-of-this-world curry. Scottibelli’s, which features some fan- tastic traditional italian food, is another perfect stop on a cool autumn evening.
after a hardy meal, no evening is com- plete without a stop at Sweet Peaks Ice Cream across the street from the brew- ery. These folks started in Whitefish and have recently expanded to Kalispell and Missoula – one taste of their offerings will show you why.
if you’re looking for a little evening entertainment or a nightcap, North Bay Grille has a great bar and fantas- tic atmosphere. There’s also a fine menu, so consider stopping there for dinner as well. The same goes for Split Rock Café, which occasionally features some great live music. lastly, take a trek to the north end of downtown, past the rail- road tracks, to Moose’s Saloon. This is a local institution, famous for its pizza, and you’re sure to run into people from every walk of life. it’s a perfect spot to call it a night. FL
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