3 listings across 3 cities
Colstrip, MT
“Mabuhay Philippines Cuisine serves Colstrip, Montana (population 2,096), bringing Filipino food to one of America's most unexpected locations. In a town where Pacific Islanders number in the single digits, this restaurant owned by someone from Cebu represents the remarkable reach of Filipino cuisine throughout America. The clean, sunny establishment serves Filipino classics alongside bubble tea and sushi, creating a small Asian dining oasis in rural coal country. Colstrip's isolation makes this restaurant all the more important for any Filipino families in the area, while also introducing Montanans to authentic Filipino flavors. The owner's willingness to open a Filipino restaurant in such a remote location demonstrates the entrepreneurial spirit and cultural pride that drives Filipino Americans to share their cuisine regardless of market size.”
Kalispell, MT
“Mabuhay Oriental Market brings Asian groceries and Filipino products to Kalispell, Montana, owned and operated by Glenda Hamilton since 2005. Hamilton, who grew up helping at her grandparents' wet market in Tayabas, Philippines, relocated from Columbia Falls to Evergreen before expanding to Kalispell in 2015. The market specializes in hard-to-find Southeast Asian products, with Hamilton making monthly trips to Seattle warehouses to source up to 2,000 pounds of goods for her customers. She carries 20 different varieties of rice, rare Korean gochu-jang sauces, curry pastes, and specialty items from throughout Asia. Hamilton also operates MOGO (Mabuhay on the Go), a mobile delivery service using a 14-foot trailer to bring Asian groceries to customers throughout western Montana and Idaho. The market offers cooking classes to educate Flathead Valley residents about Southeast Asian cuisine, promoting cultural understanding through food education.”
Eureka, MT
“Pinoy Oriental Restaurant is an authentic Filipino restaurant located in Eureka, Montana. With a 4.6-star rating from 44.0 reviews, customers rave about the authentic Filipino flavors and quality. Experience traditional Filipino comfort food made with authentic recipes passed down through generations.”
