Montana has some of the best small town bars in America. Our rural bar/restaurants make national 'best of' lists all the time. Montana locals have their own favorites and one is particular is about as authentic as you can get, but has great menu items at very decent prices.
It's not just Californians or Texans who are trying to move to Montana. There are tons of Montana natives who moved away for college, jobs, marriage, etc., who are actively trying to get back home.