Gold Creek is a tiny town in southwestern Montana with a population of 237. Obviously, there’s not much to this small community — but if you happen to go on a Thursday, you can enjoy an authentic Mennonite (similar to Amish) dinner you’ll never forget.

The Dinnerbell is located at 469 Gold Creek Road.

CharlesS916 / TripAdvisor The Sommers family opened the place when they moved from Missouri in 2004.

The deli and grocery store portion of the eatery are open Monday - Saturday.

Mike / TripAdvisor You’ll find plenty of bulk foods, a bakery, and an espresso bar in those aisles.

But on Thursdays at 6 p.m., you can enjoy a delicious family-style dinner here.

CharlesS916 / TripAdvisor Mennonites, Amish, and other Montanans gather to enjoy the tasty meal together.

The dinner costs $13.50 per person and includes fried chicken or meatloaf, mashed potatoes, salad and another veggie, amazing homemade rolls, and pie and ice cream for dessert.

redredles / TripAdvisor Best of all, everything is all-you-can-eat, so you definitely won’t leave hungry.

This hearty meal offers the chance to socialize with friends and strangers as well as learn more about Mennonite culture.

redredles / TripAdvisor At the end of the evening, the Sommers family will usually sing a dismissal hymn.

Gold Creek is an exceptionally beautiful part of Montana, and it’s only about an hour from Helena, Missoula, or Butte.

redredles / TripAdvisor And the fried chicken alone is definitely worth the drive.

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CharlesS916 / TripAdvisor

The Sommers family opened the place when they moved from Missouri in 2004.

Mike / TripAdvisor

You’ll find plenty of bulk foods, a bakery, and an espresso bar in those aisles.

Mennonites, Amish, and other Montanans gather to enjoy the tasty meal together.

redredles / TripAdvisor

Best of all, everything is all-you-can-eat, so you definitely won’t leave hungry.

At the end of the evening, the Sommers family will usually sing a dismissal hymn.

And the fried chicken alone is definitely worth the drive.

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Address: 469 Gold Creek Rd, Goldcreek, MT 59733, USA