Meet Pelz: The New Missoula Eatery Bringing Russian Dumplings to Montana

Downtown Missoula has something new to put on your dining list, and if you enjoy trying something a little different, this one might be right up your alley. 

It's called Pelz, and it's serving up a traditional Russian dish called pelmeni inside the same building as 3B Bagels at 403 N. Higgins Ave. 

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What Are Pelmeni? A Bite-Sized Delight

So, what exactly are pelmeni? They're bite-sized Russian dumplings made with a filling wrapped in thin, unleavened dough. Think of them as something similar to ravioli, only with Russian roots. They're boiled and served with a variety of toppings and accompaniments. 

Savory Options: Choose Your Perfect Filling

Pelz offers two savory options, beef and pork, plus a potato, mushroom, and leek option. You can order them in three different sizes if you're planning to sit down and enjoy a meal. 

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One thing that makes this new downtown eatery especially interesting is its commitment to sourcing local ingredients whenever possible.

The scratch-made dough uses flour from Wheat Montana. Other ingredients include: 

• Ground beef from Mannix Family Ranch in Helmville. 
• Ground pork from Farm to Market Pork in Kalispell. 
• Oyster mushrooms from Swiftcurrent Farms in Stevensville. 
• Rye bread from Wheat Montana. 
• Additional locally produced ingredients as seasonally available. 

Your Dining Experience: Eat In or Take Home

You can order pelmeni prepared and ready to eat at the restaurant, or pick up frozen orders to cook at home. 

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I recently stopped by to check the place out and decided to bring some home. I ordered 50 dumplings for $35, choosing a 50/50 combination of beef and pork, and potato, mushroom, and leek. If you're planning to stock up, the frozen option is definitely worth considering. 

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I didn't have time to sit down and enjoy them during my visit, so I'll be cooking mine at home sometime this week. I'm looking forward to giving them a try! 

How do you eat pelmeni? 

Alaskan Style: Elevate Your Pelmeni Experience

Pelz even has a suggested serving style called the Alaskan Style. It includes butter, red wine vinegar, Sriracha, curry powder, cilantro, sour cream, and rye bread. 

If you're looking for something different for dinner, Pelz is another locally focused dining option to check out in downtown Missoula.

Visit Pelz: Operating Hours and Location

Pelz Hours: 

• Monday through Thursday: 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. 
• Friday through Sunday: 5 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. 

Three B Bagels Hours: 

•  Monday through Sunday: 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. 

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Whether you're curious about trying traditional Russian dumplings or want to pick up some frozen pelmeni to prepare at home, Pelz is bringing something new to the downtown Missoula food scene.