The Trough Menu (2025 Update)
Introducing The Trough, a hidden gem in Missoula, Montana, located at 2106 Clements Rd. This charming eatery offers an inviting atmosphere complemented by outstanding service, making it perfect for casual dinners. The menu features a tantalizing selection of burgers and grilled sandwiches, such as the Hickory BBQ Burger, brimming with flavors from daily's bacon and coleslaw, and the Fresh Mushroom & Swiss, a savory delight for burger lovers.
- Signature Dishes: Don't miss the Spaghetti & Meatballs and Grilled Salmon, reflecting a culinary finesse that satisfies every palate.
- Fresh Ingredients: The emphasis on quality ingredients, like the tender NY strip in the Steak Salad, guarantees a delightful dining experience.
- Charming Ambiance: With a cozy environment and attentive staff, The Trough makes every meal unforgettable, inviting customers to return for more.
Discover why The Trough is considered one of Missoula's best-kept dining secrets!
All Day - Appetizers
Montgomery Bourbon Meatballs
Meatballs glazed in a bourbon sauce made with missoula's own montgomery distillery whiskey.
The Trough Steak Fries
Hand-cut fries smothered in swiss and cheddar cheese topped with ribeye and tenderloin bites, caramelized onions, roasted anaheims. Garlic aioli, and roasted garlic cloves.
Seared Ahi Tuna
Ahi tuna seared rare served with sesame ginger and wasabi dressings and pickled ginger.
Onion Rings
Thick-cut, beer battered, all-american onion rings.
Crab Cakes
Salmon cakes served over a bed of lettuce with house made remoulade.
Tempura Battered Shrimp
Served with a sweet chili sauce
The Big Beef
Roast beef with au juscaramelized onions, horseradish cream cheese and swiss on a sourdough baguette.
Bbq Pulled Pork
Bbq pulled pork with sweet pickles, coleslaw, and pepper jack on a sourdough baguette.
Veggie
Avocado, cucumber, tomato, red onion, romaine, fresh bell peppers, house made basil pesto aioli and dill havarti on whole wheat.
Chicken Salad Sandwich
Classic chicken salad served on a croissant with crisp romaine.
Market Club
Roasted turkey, daily's bacon, cheddar, provolone, romaine, tomatoes, avocado and house made red pepper aioli on a sourdough baguette.
The Dairy Melt
Daily's bacon, tomatoes, cheddar cheese and dill havarti on sliced italian.
Italian Grinder
Ham, salami and pepperoni topped with pepperoncinis, black olives, red onions and provolone cheese.
The Olde Reuben
Pastrami, sauerkraut, dill havarti, stoneground mustard and thousand island on rye.
BLT
Daily's Bacon, lettuce, & tomato served on sliced sourdough with housemade red pepper aioli.
All Day - Specialty Sandwiches
All Day - Salads
Asian Chicken
Green and red cabbage, grilled chicken, carrots, green onions, peanuts, mandarin oranges and chow mein noodles tossed with sesame ginger dressing.
Simple Greens
Mixed greens, grilled chicken, artichoke hearts, cucumbers, craisins, candied pecans and shaved parmesan with champagne mustard vinaigrette.
Chicken Caesar
Crisp whole romaine leaves topped with grilled chicken, house made croutons, and shaved parmesan topped with caesar dressing.
Steak Salad
Chopped romaine, NY strip steak, parmesan, red onions, & tomatoes tossed with champagne mustard vinaigrette. (cooked medium rare to medium)
California Chicken Club
Chicken breast, daily's bacon, avocado, monterey jack cheese and sprouts on a ciabatta bun.
The Angry Bird
Grilled chicken breast, siracha aioli, pepperjack cheese, and fresh grilled jalepenos on a ciabatta bun.
Classic Cheeseburger
Classic hamburger with cheddar cheese on a brioche bun.
Basil Pesto Salmon Sandwich
Grilled salmon topped with basil pesto and oven roasted tomatoes served on a ciabatta bun.
The Raging Bull
Fresh ground beef topped with pepperjack cheese, grilled jalapenos, and siracha aioli on a brioche bun.
Green Chile Bison Burger
Fresh ground beef on a brioche bun topped with cheddar cheese, roasted green chile and tomatillo salsa.
Mushroom & Swiss
Fresh ground beef with sauteed mushrooms and swiss cheese on a brioche bun.
Hickory Bbq Burger
Fresh ground beef topped with bbq sauce, daily's bacon, onion rings, coleslaw and cheddar cheese served on a brioche bun.
The Maui Chicken
Grilled chicken breast, thinly sliced ham, pineapple, teriyaki sauce, and swiss cheese on a ciabatta bun.
Portobello Sandwich (Vegetarian)
Grilled portobello mushroom topped with grilled onions & peppers, dill havarti cheese, & balsamic glaze served on a ciabatta bun.
All Day - Burgers & Grilled Sandwiches
Dinner - Salads
Asian Chicken
Green and red cabbage, grilled chicken, carrots, green onions, peanuts, mandarin oranges and chow mein noodles tossed with sesame ginger dressing.
Simple Greens
Mixed greens, grilled chicken, artichoke hearts, cucumbers, craisins, candied pecans and shaved parmesan with champagne mustard vinaigrette.
Chicken Caesar
Crisp whole romaine leaves topped with grilled chicken, house made croutons, and shaved parmesan topped with caesar dressing.
Onion Rings
Thick-cut, beer battered, all-american onion rings.
Montgomery Bourbon Meatballs
Meatballs glazed in a bourbon sauce made with missoula's own montgomery distillery whiskey.
The Trough Steak Fries
Hand-cut fries smothered in swiss and cheddar cheese topped with ribeye and tenderloin bites, caramelized onions, roasted anaheims. Garlic aioli, and roasted garlic cloves.
Dinner - Appetizers
Dinner - Burgers & Grilled Sandwiches
Green Chile Burger
Fresh ground beef on a brioche bun topped with cheddar cheese, roasted green chile and tomatillo salsa.
Classic Cheeseburger
Classic hamburger with cheddar cheese on a brioche bun.
The Raging Bull
Fresh ground beef topped with pepperjack cheese, grilled jalapenos, and siracha aioli on a brioche bun.
Miss Mushroom & Swiss
Fresh ground beef with sauteed mushrooms and swiss cheese on a brioche bun.
Hickory Bbq Burger
Fresh ground beef topped with bbq sauce, daily's bacon, onion rings, coleslaw and cheddar cheese served on a brioche bun.
The Maui Chicken
Grilled chicken breast, thinly sliced ham, pineapple, teriyaki sauce, and swiss cheese on a ciabatta bun.
California Chicken Club
Chicken breast, daily's bacon, avocado, monterey jack cheese and sprouts on a ciabatta bun.
The Angry Bird
Grilled chicken breast, siracha aioli, pepperjack cheese, and fresh grilled jalepenos on a ciabatta bun.
Basil Pesto Salmon Sandwich
Grilled salmon topped with basil pesto and oven roasted tomatoes served on a ciabatta bun.
Chicken Marsala
Thin sliced chicken in a rich marsala sauce, tossed with local country pasta.
Penne Pesto
Penne tossed in basil pesto topped with grilled chicken & parmesan.
Portobello Mushroom Pasta
Sliced portobello mushroom with onions, peppers, olives, & pepperoncini. Tossed in your choice of marinara or basil pesto. Served over country pasta.
Italian Pasta Bake
Sliced italian sausage cooked with onions, peppers, olives, & pepperoncini. Tossed with penne pasta & a light marinara sauce.
Beef Stroganoff
Tender steak & mushrooms tossed with our creamy homemade sauce served with country pasta & topped with sour cream.
Spaghetti & Meatballs
Savory meatballs served over spaghetti tossed in a rich marinara sauce.
NY Strip Steak
USDA Choice NY strip steak topped with garlic herb compound butter. Served with garlic mashed potatoes & veggies.
Salmon Dinner
Grilled Salmon topped with your choice of basil pesto or a teriyaki sauce & grilled pineapple. Served with rice pilaf & veggies.
Italian Sausage & Peppers
Grilled sweet & spicy italian sausage served over a bed of sauteed peppers & sweet onions.
Smothered Steak Medallions
Thin sliced beef steak seared in a rich demi glaze with onions, peppers, & mushrooms. Served with garlic mashed potatoes & veggies.
BBQ Pork White Mac & Cheese
Cavatappi noodles in a white three cheese sauce topped with BBQ pulled pork.