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Hops Downtown Grill Shines on America's Best Restaurants

9/21/2025

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Hops Downtown Grill in Kalispell was featured on America’s Best Restaurants on August 13, 2025.
Owners Tim and Dana Phillips focus on creating a welcoming atmosphere for guests.
The restaurant transitioned from a soup and lunch spot in 1995 to a fine dining venue, then to a specialty burger restaurant after the 2008 recession.
Tim Phillips, co-owner and head chef, takes pride in their food and community connections.
A meatloaf made from 40 pounds of ground beef became a staple due to an order mix-up.
The episode will air in November 2025.

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Story summary

Hops Downtown Grill in Kalispell was featured on America’s Best Restaurants on August 13, 2025.
Owners Tim and Dana Phillips focus on creating a welcoming atmosphere for guests.
The restaurant transitioned from a soup and lunch spot in 1995 to a fine dining venue, then to a specialty burger restaurant after the 2008 recession.
Tim Phillips, co-owner and head chef, takes pride in their food and community connections.
A meatloaf made from 40 pounds of ground beef became a staple due to an order mix-up.
The episode will air in November 2025.