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Proud Rooster BBQ

Proud Rooster BBQ is a new barbecue restaurant opening near Four Corners in Bozeman, MT. Will serve grab-and-go barbecue near the intersection of Baxter Lane and Jackrabbit Lane. Expected to open summer 2026. Article also mentions other future openings: Khanom Thai second location at 721 S. 9th Ave, Baddshah Cuisine of India (TBA location), Saffron […]

Chick-fil-A Butte

Chick-fil-A opening in Butte, MT on June 11, 2026 at 102 Cornerstone Place. Locally owned and operated by Calder Prevatt. Will serve Monday-Saturday 6:30am-11pm with dine-in, drive-thru, carry-out, delivery and catering. Creates approximately 100 jobs. Part of a broader Montana expansion with four total new locations in Bozeman, Butte, Great Falls, and Helena set to […]

Proud Rooster BBQ

Proud Rooster BBQ is a new barbecue restaurant opening near Four Corners in Bozeman, MT. Will serve grab-and-go barbecue near the intersection of Baxter Lane and Jackrabbit Lane. Expected to open summer 2026. Article also mentions other future openings: Khanom Thai second location at 721 S. 9th Ave, Baddshah Cuisine of India (TBA location), Saffron […]

Chick-fil-A Butte

Chick-fil-A opening in Butte, MT on June 11, 2026 at 102 Cornerstone Place. Locally owned and operated by Calder Prevatt. Will serve Monday-Saturday 6:30am-11pm with dine-in, drive-thru, carry-out, delivery and catering. Creates approximately 100 jobs. Part of a broader Montana expansion with four total new locations in Bozeman, Butte, Great Falls, and Helena set to […]

La Cocina Filipina

Authentic Filipino restaurant opening in the former Sarah’s Mexican Food space at 310 N. 29th St. in downtown Billings, MT. Owner Lani Vicente, originally from the Philippines, has been catering Filipino food in Billings for several years and previously ran a catering business under the same name. Partners include Doug Erickson, Kaela Chanhthavee, and Quito […]

Wingstop

Wingstop is coming to Missoula’s south side at Russell Square Shopping Center (near Albertsons). They have applied for a commercial building permit. Interior work including new electrical and mechanical systems is underway, so opening is likely a few months out.

Baboz

New locally owned drive-thru restaurant serving comfort food including chicken tenders, sandwiches, salads, fries, and milkshakes. Located near Mackenzie River Pizza Co.

The Baxter Hotel

Historic Art Deco property from 1929 being restored as 32-room luxury boutique hotel by Noble House Hotels & Resorts and Breakwater. Will feature wellness center with cold plunge tub, infrared sauna, fitness center, members’ club, and updated dining area. Seven-story downtown property previously operated as hotel until 1980s conversion to condos.

Cheba Hut

Cheba Hut ‘Toasted’ Subs opening its first Montana location in Billings near MSU campus, Zoo Montana and Shiloh Crossing shopping center. Features toasted subs, full beer and wine bar with 12 taps showcasing local breweries, custom mural by Joshua Finley, and grand opening celebration with ribbon cutting and drone show.

The Baxter Hotel

Historic Art Deco property from 1929 being restored as 32-key luxury boutique hotel. Features fitness center with cold plunge and infrared sauna, members’ club, dining area, and 3,000-square-foot ballroom. Partnership between Noble House Hotels & Resorts and Breakwater.