Tupelo Grille Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Tupelo Grille, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Whitefish, Montana. This vibrant restaurant draws guests with its eclectic decor, showcasing original artwork that evokes a warm, western ambiance. The menu is a delightful homage to Cajun and Southern cuisine, featuring standout dishes like the freshly prepared Alaska halibut and innovative takes on fried chicken and fried catfish.
Notably, the shrimp and grits and crowd-favorite bread pudding have earned rave reviews from diners, including those who travel from afar just to indulge in these culinary delights. Guests applaud the thoughtful pacing of courses, paired with live music that enhances the dining experience without overwhelming your senses. Whether you're sampling the robust elk meatloaf or enjoying a refreshing cocktail, each bite at Tupelo Grille is crafted to ignite your palate. Make sure to save room for dessert—it's an experience you won't want to miss!
Starters
Brussels Sprouts
Fried brussels, bread crumbs, parmesan, caesar
Elk Meatloaf Sliders
Tabasco onions, tarragon aioli, cajun chow chow, red wine sauce
Shrimp & Crawfish Cakes
Roasted red pepper coulis, cajun chow chow, tarragon aioli
Roasted Cauliflower
Cauliflower puree, brown butter-meyer lemon vinairgrette
Crab Meuniere & Fried Green Tomatoes
Creole remoulade
Sauteed Mushrooms
Goat cheese crostini, sherry cream, truffle oil
Seared Ahi Tuna
Benne seed crusted, ponzu, tomato relish
Southern Bayou Catfish
Cornmeal-crusted catfish strips, spicy southern remoulade.
Fried Oysters
Pickled okra, sourthern remoulade, chowchow
Steamed Clams
Chorizo, harissa, white wine, cream, crostini
Tupelo Gumbo
Chicken & andouille sausage
Caesar Salad
Classic caesar salad, housemade croutons
Arugula Salad
Arugula, shaved fennel, pine nuts, pecorino, watermelon radish, meyer lemon vinaigrette
House Salad
Mixed greens, cherry tomato, cucumber, carrot, black truffle vinaigrette
Gazpacho
Tomato, watermelon, basil
Tupelo Wedge
Sun-dried tomato, pickled red onion, bacon, bleu cheese, sherry vinegar, ranch dressing
Summer Salad
Spinach, goat cheese, strawberries, pecans, golden balsamic vinaigrette
Soups & Salads
Tried & True
Low Country Shrimp & Grits
Jumbo shrimp, cheddar grit cake, tasso ham, sherry cream
Baked Mac & Cheese
Prosciutto, quattro formaggio, panko
Cajun Penne Pasta
Chicken, andouille sausage, cilantro cream
Chicken & Dumplings
Buttermilk fried jidori chicken, sage dumplings, rosemary tomato cream sauce
Zydeco Combo
Shrimp & crawfish cake, crawfish etouffee, fried catfish, grilled shrimp, jambalaya.
Duck Confit
Crispy duck leg, summer greens, lemon vinaigrette, blueberry mostarda
Steak Frites
Double-r ranch top sirloin, parmesan-truffle fries, house steak sauce
Elk Meat Loaf
Roasted garlic whipped potatoes, huckleberry demi-glace, crispy onion rings
King Salmon
Horseradish mashed potatoes, maitre d'hotel butter, seasonal veggies
Braised Short Rib
Garlic whipped potatoes, bourguignon gravy
Dry Aged Bison Cowboy
16oz bone-in, blue cheese, fried shallots, bordelaise, seasonal veggies
8oz Filet
Maple chili marinade, seasonal veggies, jalapeno cheddar grits
Rack Of Lamb
Dirty rice, sorghum gastric, seasonal veggies
Seafood Special
Your server will inform you of today's dish
Signature Cuts, Etc
Desserts
Homemade Bread Pudding
Rum butter, chantilly cream
Sticky Toffee Pudding
Earl grey-soaked dates, caramel, vanilla ice cream, candies pecans
Vanilla Bean Creme Brulee
Flourless Chocolate Cake
Brandy-cherry sauce
Selection Of Seasonal Specials
Ice Cream & Sorbets
Spirit Flights
Scotch, Scotch, Scotch
Springbank 10yr, highland park 12yr, dalwhinnie 15yr
Made In Montana
Glacier two medicine whiskey, whistling andy bourbon, sudden wisdom rye
A Taste Of Mexico
Bozal ensamble, hacienda de chihuahua, chinaco blanco
Chardonnay Vincent Girardin
Burgundy, france
Chardonnay, Brown Family Vinyards
Columbia valley, washington
Chardonnay, Raeburn
Russian river, california
Chenin Blanc, Painted Wolf
Coastal region, south africa
Sauvignon Blanc, Domaine Du Vieil Orme
Loire, france
Sauvignon Blanc, Whitehaven
Marlbourough, new zealand
Rose, Hecht & Bannier
Cotes de provence, france
Rose, Conde Valdemar
Rioja, spain
Sparkling Rose, Lubanzi
Swartland, south africa
Pinot Grigio, Fini Trentino, Italy
Pinot Grigio, Jermann, Friuli, Italy
Riesling, Heinz
Mosel, germany
Prosecco, Scarpetta Veneto, Italy
Whites & Rose
Reds
Cotes Du Rhone, Andre Brunel
Rhone valley, france
Super Tuscan Aia Vecchia Lagone
Tuscany, italy
Cabernet Sauvignon, Seven Falls
Wahluke slope, washington
Cabernet Sauvignon, Caymus Bonanza
Lot 1 california
Cabernet Sauvignon, Signorello Edge
Alexander valley, california
Bordeaux, Exem Bordeaux, France
Malbec, Corazon Del Sol
Mendoza, argentina
Pinot Noir, Steele Carneros
Sonoma, california
Pinot Noir, Yamhill
Willamette valley, oregon
Red Blend, Brown Family Tribute
Columbia valley, washington
Red Blend, Clos De Los Siete
Uco valley, argentina
Red Blend, Secret Squirrel
Walla walla, washington
Zinfandel, Turley
Napa, california
Pbr
Miller Lite
Kokanee
Coors Light
Heineken Na
Michelob Ultra
Stella Artois
Guinness
Moose Drool
Bitburger Pilsner
Modelo Especial
Red Lodge Amber Ale
Drumroll Apa
Double Haul Ipa
Cold Smoke
Anthem Cider
Anthem Pear Cider
Monk's Flemish Sour
Beers & Ciders
House
Queen Of The West
Spotted bear gin, aperol, fresh grapefruit & lemon juice, thyme
Money Moves
Espolon reposado, pineapple, fresh lime juice and ginger
Naughty By Nature
Lillet blanc, st. germain, cinnamon and fresh lemon juice
Old Fashioned
Woodford reserve, angostura & regan's bitters, orange
Sazerac
Old overholt rye, glacier distilling trail of the cedars absinthe, peychaud's bitters, lemon
Manhattan
Wild turkey rye, cinzano, angostura bitters, luxardo cherry
Classics
Seasonal
Smoking Daisies
Whistling andy cucumber gin, honey, lime, del maquey mezcal
The Cure
Bulleit bourbon, cardamaro, blood orange cordial, egg white, fresh lemon juice and orange bitters
Seasonal Old Fashioned
Ask your server for details
Flatbread
Roasted cauliflower spread, arugula, pickled fresnos, pecorino
Brussels Sprouts
Fire roasted brussels, bread crumbs, parmesan, caesar
Nola Style Bbq Shrimp
Creole seasoned shrimp, toasted crostini, louisiana style munier
Sauteed Mushrooms
Goat cheese crostini, sherry cream, truffle oil.
Roasted Cauliflower
Red thai coconut curry, pickled cucumbers.
Southern Bayou Catfish
Cornmeal-crusted catfish strips, spicy southern remoulade
Hamachi Crudo
Green tomato, cucumber, cilantro, kentucky bluegrass ponzu, benne seeds, spicy pickled okra..
Shrimp & Crawfish Cakes
Roasted red pepper coulis, cajun chow chow, tarragon aioli.
Duck & Waffle
Duck confit, buttermilk-bacon waffle, maple butter, pomegranate gastric
Sweet Potato Fries
Gorgonzola cream
Elk Meatloaf Sliders
Tabasco onions, low country gravy, tarragon aioli, cajun chow chow.
Baked Mac & Cheese
Prosciutto, quattro formaggio, panko breadcrumbs
Shared Plates
Others
Folklore Coffee
Regular or decaf
Hot Tea
Queen Of The West
Spotted bear gin, aperol, fresh grapefruit & lemon juice, thyme
Money Moves
Espolon reposado, pineapple, fresh lime juice and ginger.
Crushed Velvet
Spotted bear vodka, creme de violette, lavender simple, fresh lemon juice
Old Fashioned
Woodford reserve, angostura & regan's bitters, orange
Sazerac
Old overholt rye, glacier distilling trail of the cedars absinthe, peychaud's bitters, lemon
Manhattan
Wild turkey rye, cinzano, angostura bitters, luxardo cherry
Grab Your Socks
Del maquey mezcal, yellow chartreuse, honey simple, egg white, fresh watermelon juice
The Cure
Bulleit bourbon, cardamaro, blood orange cordial, egg white, fresh lemon juice and orange bitters
Off With Her Head
Earl grey infused gin, dry hills vodka, lavender simple, lemon
Tomato & Stone Fruit Salad
Heirloom tomato, basil pesto, goat cheese, raspberry vinaigrette.
Spinach Salad
Pecans, bacon, bleu, radish, apple-bourbon vinaigrette.