After a brisk day spent exploring Yellowstone and its surrounding gateway towns, nothing beats warming up with hearty, regional flavors that showcase Yellowstone Country’s flavors. Whether it’s a bowl of elk chili or a huckleberry milkshake, these local favorites are the perfect way to shake off the cold and settle in.
Elk Chili
Served seasonally at Roosevelt Lodge in Yellowstone (summer), but in the colder months you can find a hearty elk chili at Yellowstone Beer Company in West Yellowstone or other local diners in gateway towns.
Huckleberry Milkshake
Even in winter, you can snag one at Clem’s Canteen & Creamery in Cody or Yellowstone Perk in Gardiner (yes, they’ll still blend it for you).
Cinnamon Rolls
The oversized, gooey ones from Running Bear Pancake House in West Yellowstone or Wheat Montana in Three Forks are worth the frost on your boots.
Trout Cakes
Cozy up at Madison Crossing Lounge in West Yellowstone to try a bite of Montana-caught trout.
Hand Pies
Wild Crumb in Bozeman keeps them stocked with rotating seasonal fillings—perfect with a hot coffee.
Montana Whiskey or Hot Toddy
Sip Montana-made spirits fireside at Sage Lodge in Pray, Lone Mountain Ranch in Big Sky, or Chico Hot Springs near Livingston.
Wild Game Burger
In Gardiner, The Corral serves up elk, bison, and other wild game patties that hit the spot after a chilly day in the park.
