Pekin Cafe

Pekin Cafe The oldest continually operating family owned Chinese restaurant in America. Butte's Oldest Chinese Restaurant
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04/23/2026

After 115 incredible years, it is with heavy hearts that we announce the closing of the Pekin Noodle Parlor.
Since opening our doors in 1911, when the Tam Family first welcomed guests, this restaurant has been more than just a place to eat—it has been a part of Butte’s history, a gathering place for families, friends, and generations of our community. After Danny’s passing, his son Jerry Tam and family carried on that legacy with pride, dedication, and deep gratitude for everyone who walked through our doors.
This decision has not come easily. Changing economic conditions over the years have made it increasingly difficult to continue, and despite our best efforts, we have reached a point where we must say goodbye.
To the people of Butte and the surrounding communities: thank you. Thank you for your loyalty, your stories, your laughter, and your support through the decades. You made Pekin Noodle Parlor what it was, and we will forever be grateful to have been part of your lives.
While this is a sad day for us, we take comfort in the memories shared within these walls and the legacy that will always remain in this community. The story will continue but in a different path.

With heartfelt appreciation,�
Pekin Noodle Parlor 🥢🥡

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Happy Chinese New Year! 🐴🎉

Did you know that Butte once had the largest Chinatown between Minneapolis and Seattle? At its peak, over 2,500 Chinese residents called Butte home - making it the greatest concentration of Chinese people away from the coast!

Chinese New Year was a MAJOR celebration in early Butte, and that tradition continues today! This Saturday, our friends at the Mai Wah Society & Museum are hosting a parade and reception celebrating the Year of the Horse - known for being hardworking, independent, and adventurous. Sounds pretty Butte to us!

Will we see you there?

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12/31/2025

Pekin Closed Wed Dec 31St New Years Eve. Closed Thurs Jan 1st New Years Day!
Open Friday Jan 2nd!

"Should auld acquaintance be forgot, and never brought to mind? / Should auld acquaintance be forgot, and auld lang syne?"

Happy New Year!

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12/24/2025

Pekin Opened Christmas Eve 5-8pm!! Enjoy your last minute shopping and let us do the cooking! Merry Christmas Butte America!

Happy Holidays from the staff and management of the Pekin Noodle Parlor!Last minute holiday gift cards/certificate avail...
12/20/2025

Happy Holidays from the staff and management of the Pekin Noodle Parlor!

Last minute holiday gift cards/certificate available online at:

https://pekinnoodleparlor.com/gift-cards

Or at restaurant:

117 S. Main St.
Butte Mt 59701

Opened Christmas Eve. Closed Christmas Day. Bahumbug!

Happy Butte America Holiday Stroll 2025 from the Pekin!!
12/06/2025

Happy Butte America Holiday Stroll 2025 from the Pekin!!

Address

117 S Main Street
Butte, MT
59701

Opening Hours

Wednesday 5pm - 9pm
Thursday 5pm - 9pm
Friday 5pm - 10pm
Saturday 5pm - 10pm
Sunday 5pm - 9pm

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