Teriyaki became a delicious staple in the United States when Japanese immigrants settled in Hawaii in the 1960s — but these days, it has strong ties to Seattle. Toshi Kasahara, a Japanese chef and longtime Seattle resident, opened Seattle’s first teriyaki joint in the 1970s, and the rest is history. And until recently, it wasn’t easy to find good quality teriyaki here in Montana… until Seattle native Bret Ferris moved to Missoula and had the good sense to open Dobi’s.

Dobi’s Teriyaki is located at 123 West Front Street in Missoula, inside the iconic Stockman’s Bar, where it opened in 2019 after spending several years as a food truck.

Dobi’s Teriyaki / Facebook Brett Ferris started Dobi’s Teriyaki in 2014 after suffering from what he called “yaki withdrawals,” and his food was so popular, he was able to open a storefront location.

Dobi’s is a fast-casual eatery that brings the taste of Seattle-style teriyaki to the Treasure State.

Dobi’s Teriyaki / Facebook And although there are numerous delicious restaurant options on Front Street, this place can certainly hold its own.

So… what is teriyaki, exactly?

Dobi’s Teriyaki / Google Teriyaki is a Japanese cooking technique where foods (most commonly chicken) are broiled or grilled with a glaze that typically consists of soy sauce, sake or mirin, ginger, and sugar.

The menu at Dobi’s is small, consisting mainly of classic teriyaki chicken and sweet onion teriyaki steak.

Dobi’s Teriyaki / Facebook All meals come served over a bed of rice with Dobi’s homemade teriyaki sauce, which you can have regular or spicy.

If you can’t decide between chicken and steak, order The Combo and try them both.

Dobi’s Teriyaki / Facebook Actually, we highly recommend doing this on your first visit. And if you’re a vegetarian, you can still enjoy a meal here – just ask for the veggie stir fry.

Not only is this food extremely tasty, it happens to be quite affordable.

Dobi’s Teriyaki / Facebook A small portion of chicken teriyaki is just $6, although you’ll probably want the larger $10 serving.

Dobi’s Teriyaki is open Monday - Friday from 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Dobi’s Teriyaki / Google Enjoy your meal onsite over a $2 beer, order takeout, or, if you’re in Missoula, you can order delivery through Doordash.

Have you tried teriyaki yet? Learn more about Dobi’s here.

Dobi’s Teriyaki / Facebook

Brett Ferris started Dobi’s Teriyaki in 2014 after suffering from what he called “yaki withdrawals,” and his food was so popular, he was able to open a storefront location.

And although there are numerous delicious restaurant options on Front Street, this place can certainly hold its own.

Dobi’s Teriyaki / Google

Teriyaki is a Japanese cooking technique where foods (most commonly chicken) are broiled or grilled with a glaze that typically consists of soy sauce, sake or mirin, ginger, and sugar.

All meals come served over a bed of rice with Dobi’s homemade teriyaki sauce, which you can have regular or spicy.

Actually, we highly recommend doing this on your first visit. And if you’re a vegetarian, you can still enjoy a meal here – just ask for the veggie stir fry.

A small portion of chicken teriyaki is just $6, although you’ll probably want the larger $10 serving.

Enjoy your meal onsite over a $2 beer, order takeout, or, if you’re in Missoula, you can order delivery through Doordash.

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Address: 123 W Front St, Missoula, MT 59802, USA