Summer in Montana means a lot of things.

Tourists, floating the rivers, heading to Flathead Lake, and just being outside more than normal. You would be hard pressed to find a better place to enjoy summer than Montana, and one of the best parts? Making all of those summer memories.

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Speaking of memories, one of the best places to make summer memories is once again open for the season.

Mark's In & Out is open

Located in the town of Livingston, nothing says summer like Mark's In & Out. The walk-up drive-in has been part of the Livingston scene since 1954. Think about that, for 72 years folks have been lining up to put in their order for a delicious cheeseburger and some of the best milkshakes you'll ever taste that are made with Wilcoxson ice cream that's been in made in Livingston since 1914.

For many, myself included, heading to Mark's is just something you do every summer.

Finding a parking spot, waiting in like to walk up to the order window, making your order, getting one of those buzz things to old so you know when your order is ready. Plus, everyone has their favorite items to order. I'm a double cheeseburger guy, and I love their shakes. I usually mix it up, but the typical order is some sort of fruit flavor, mixed with marshmallow.

For those wondering, or planning a trip to Livingston, Mark's is open Wednesday through Sunday from 11 am until 8 pm.

The Best Small Town Cafe's In Montana

There is something special about the small town cafe. From homemade pies to the waitress knowing your name and the way you like your eggs. These are the places that are the soul of a community, and even though many small towns in Montana have a cafe, it doesn't mean that there aren't small-town cafes in some of the bigger towns in the state.

We take a look and make a list of the best small-town cafes in Montana according to the people of Montana. Not all of those cafes made the list, but our list below is a pretty good start.


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