Edgar

Edgar might not be on your radar, but it should be. Tucked in the heart of Montana farm country, this quiet community of about 100 residents is home to one of the most beloved steakhouses in the state: Edgar Bar. It’s not flashy, but that’s part of the charm. Once word gets out about the hand-cut steaks, house-made tater tots and famous jumbo prawns, people don’t just come back — they plan their trips around it. Some even say, “No drive is too far to get to the Edgar Bar.”

Beyond its culinary fame, Edgar’s history runs deep. Legend has it that the town was named for Henry Edgar, a prospector who struck gold in the area. Another founding figure, Roy Thornton, donated the land for the town under two conditions: that it would have a Methodist church and no bar. The church closed in 1980; the bar’s still going strong.

Edgar is also home to one of Montana’s quirkiest roadside attractions: Fordhenge. This creative curiosity features 16 upright vintage Ford vehicles arranged in a Stonehenge-like display. It’s a fun, offbeat stop for anyone who appreciates Americana with a side of humor.

Edgar is located near the Crow Indian (Apsáalooke) Reservation and the town of Pryor — the home and gravesite of the well-known Crow Chief, Plenty Coups. It's just a short drive down a dirt road from Chief Plenty Coups State Park, a meaningful site honoring the life of the visionary Apsáalooke (Crow) leader.