If you are even visiting or vacationing in Helena, Montana, there is one place that stands out and you should never miss: The Parrot Confectionary on Last Chance Gulch in downtown Helena.
This place has a vibe out of the ’50s, complete with a soda fountain, counter stools, booths, a juke box, and an overall ambience which will calm your inner self.
Home-made chocolates are the Parrot’s signature treat. A variety of chocolates are sold, delicious for every palate.
Customers can order simple foods such as hot dogs and chili from the kitchen, if a quick snack is satisfying enough. $5.95 for dog and bun in 2026. Chicken tamales and ice cream sundaes are on the menu, too.
For a satisfying drink, a hot chocolate, a soda (many flavors to choose from), or a fresh fruit drink quenches any thirst.
The Parrot Confectionary has served treats and food to Helena locals and visitors for over 100 years, opening on April 28, 1922. A community tradition for sure!