What to Do in Missoula
This list was compiled from Missoula Independent's readers' and editors' top picks.
Bars
Al & Vic's Bar
(Bars, Clubs & Lounges)
119 W Alder Missoula MT
(406)728-4801
(406)728-4801
How in the Sam Hill of gosh darn tarnation am I the first person to review Al & Vics?? Strongest mixed drinks in town. Also, now you can order food to chomp on. Giddyup, y’all.
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Bayern Brewery
(Bars, Clubs & Lounges)
1507 Montana St. Missoula Montana
406-721-1482
406-721-1482
Big Sky Brewing
(Bars, Clubs & Lounges)
5417 Trumpeter Way Missoula MT
406-549-2777
406-549-2777
Bitter Root Brewery
(Bars, Clubs & Lounges)
101 Marcus St. Hamilton Montana
406-363-7468
406-363-7468
Tim Bozicks' Bitterroot Brewery is by far the BEST LAST PLACE, not to over use a phrase, but this my friends, the just that. Extroadinary beer and ales, great food, cozy environment, excellent music, friendly atmosphere, everyone makes you feel
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Charlie B's
(Bar & Grills, Bars, Clubs & Lounges)
428 N Higgins Missoula MT
406-549-3589
406-549-3589
Flipper's Casino
(Bar & Grills, Burgers, BBQ, Diners, Bars, Clubs & Lounges)
125 South 3rd West Missoula MT
406-721-4895
406-721-4895
Iron Horse Brew Pub
(American & Varied, Bar & Grills, Bars, Clubs & Lounges, Burgers, BBQ, Diners)
501 North Higgins Missoula MT
406-728-8866
406-728-8866
Greatly improved! The new menu is so good. the seared tuna as an app. or sandwich was fantastic! haven't been to the Horse in a wile & was glad to see the new choices. Check 'em out!
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Jaker's Bar & Grill
(American & Varied, Bars, Clubs & Lounges, Bar & Grills)
3515 Brooks Missoula MT
406-721-1312
406-721-1312
James Bar
(Bar & Grills, Bars, Clubs & Lounges)
122 West Alder Missoula MT
James Bar has great happy hour, and their fries are amazing. The atmosphere is very urban, clean and crisp. Has booths, a couple couches, and a very nice wait staff. Great for a couple people or a group.
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Kettlehouse Brewery
(Bars, Clubs & Lounges)
602 Myrtle St. Missoula Montana
406-728-1660
406-728-1660
Missoula Club
(Bar & Grills, Burgers, BBQ, Diners, Bars, Clubs & Lounges)
139 West Main Missoula MT
406-728-3740
406-728-3740
Old Post
(Bar & Grills, Mexican & Southwest, Bars, Clubs & Lounges, American & Varied, Burgers, BBQ, Diners)
103 West Spruce Missoula MT
406-721-7399
406-721-7399
Oxford Bar & Cafe
(Bars, Clubs & Lounges, Burgers, BBQ, Diners)
337 North HIggins Missoula MT
406-549-0117
406-549-0117
Palace
(Bars, Clubs & Lounges)
147 W. Broadway Missoula Montana
Strolled into the Palace Bar last week and got my hair blown back by Rockers “House of Quist”. The lead vocals and drop-dead gorgeous harmonies served up by Guthrie and Halladay Quist will send you right to the moon. The
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Press Box
(Bar & Grills, American & Varied, Bars, Clubs & Lounges)
835 E. Broadway Missoula MT
406-721-1212
406-721-1212
Red Bird Wine Bar
(Fine Dining, Bars, Clubs & Lounges)
111 N. Higgins Ave Missoula MT
406-549-2906
406-549-2906
One of my favorite places! Amazing food and wine list and you can still dress casual.
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Red's Bar
(Bars, Clubs & Lounges)
217 Ryman St. Missoula Montana
Savoy Casino & Liquor
(Bars, Clubs & Lounges)
123 W Broadway Missoula MT
406-543-0646
406-543-0646
Sean Kelly's
(Irish, Bar & Grills, Bars, Clubs & Lounges, American & Varied)
130 W. Pine St. Missoula Montana
406-542-1471
406-542-1471
Pub Trivia on Tuesday with Fat Tire pitcher specials = Amazing. They've got great food, too. Salads, Sandwiches, Traditional Irish Fare, and a Locally Grown special daily. MMmmmm
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Stockman's Bar
(Bars, Clubs & Lounges)
125 W. Front St. Missoula Montana
406-549-9668
406-549-9668
The Badlander
(Bars, Clubs & Lounges)
208 Ryman St. Missoula Montana
The Depot
(American & Varied, Bar & Grills, Bars, Clubs & Lounges)
201 Railroad Street West Missoula MT
406-728-7007
406-728-7007
The Depot is sweet because it's like 3 restaurants in one. There is the fancy restaurant for more "intimate" dining. The Depot Deck for summertime hangouts with pals. And the dark bar for Air-Conditioned bliss. The food is good. As
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The Rhino
(Bars, Clubs & Lounges)
158 Ryman St. Missoula Montana
Union Club
(Bars, Clubs & Lounges)
208 E. Main St. Missoula Montana
406-728-7980
406-728-7980
Restaurants
Big Dipper Ice Cream
(Cafes, Bakeries, Sweets)
631 S. Higgins Ave. Missoula Montana
406-543-5722
406-543-5722
By far the very best ice-cream in town! Don't spend your dollars at chain stores when you can support the local economy in the sweetest way possible!
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Blue Canyon Kitchen
(Fine Dining)
3720 North Reserve Missoula MT
406-541-2583
406-541-2583
Wonderful food on both visits. Its perfect for a date. Very elegant atmosphere yet rustic. The price is just right for the quality of food you receive. And the staff is always prompt and very friendly.
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Break Espresso
(Coffee Houses and Huts)
432 North Higgins Missoula MT
406-728-7300
406-728-7300
Fine internet connection, cheap drip coffee ($1.25, $.25 refills) plenty of workspace. Will buy from again, A++++.
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Charlie B's
(Bar & Grills, Bars, Clubs & Lounges)
428 N Higgins Missoula MT
406-549-3589
406-549-3589
Ciao Mambo
(Italian & Pizza)
541 South Higgins Missoula MT
406-543-0377
406-543-0377
Doc's Gourmet Sandwich Shop
(Deli and Sandwiches)
214 North Higgins Ave Missoula MT
406-542-7414
406-542-7414
Doc's can be daunting at first glance, because they have SO MANY choices. All their sandwiches are named after famous doctors (freud, kavorkian, doolittle, who) and always bring a smile. They've got cold and hot sandwich options, along with soups,
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Finn & Porter
(Fine Dining)
100 Madison Street Missoula MT
406-542-4660
406-542-4660
Five Guys Burgers & Fries
(Burgers, BBQ, Diners)
820 E. Broadway Missoula MT
I liked burger but I always order half portion because too big. I like add a lot of vegies in it. I wish they have small size french fly. It's good for people who eat a lot but not me.
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Good Food Store
(Deli and Sandwiches, Retail)
1600 South 3rd West Missoula MT
406-541-FOOD
406-541-FOOD
Guy's Lolo Creek Steakhouse
(American & Varied)
6600 Highway 12 West Lolo MT
406-273-2622
406-273-2622
Iza Asian Restaurant
(Asian)
529 South Higgins Missoula MT
406-830-3237
406-830-3237
Visited twice, and food was great on both visits. Very well executed asian food, made with excellent ingredients and substantial portions as well! Be sure to bring alcohol if you want, as they don't yet have a license. Don't the
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James Bar
(Bar & Grills, Bars, Clubs & Lounges)
122 West Alder Missoula MT
In regards to tig233's review, I wanted to say that I have always received great service at James Bar. Don't let one rare experience influence you. This place is usually spot-on with their service and their food.
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Missoula Club
(Bar & Grills, Burgers, BBQ, Diners, Bars, Clubs & Lounges)
139 West Main Missoula MT
406-728-3740
406-728-3740
Mustard Seed Asian Café
(Asian)
Located outside Southgate Mall Paxson St. Entrance Missoula MT
406-542-7333
406-542-7333
Oxford Bar & Cafe
(Bars, Clubs & Lounges, Burgers, BBQ, Diners)
337 North HIggins Missoula MT
406-549-0117
406-549-0117
Pearl Cafe
(Fine Dining)
231 E. Front St. Missoula MT
406-541-0231
406-541-0231
Press Box
(Bar & Grills, American & Varied, Bars, Clubs & Lounges)
835 E. Broadway Missoula MT
406-721-1212
406-721-1212
Riverside Cafe
(American & Varied, Burgers, BBQ, Diners)
247 W. Front Street Missoula MT
406-728-6655
406-728-6655
Romaines
(Deli and Sandwiches)
3075 N. Reserve Missoula MT
Great food. Amazing customer service. Clean facility.
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Scotty's Table
(Fine Dining)
131 South Higgins Ave. Missoula MT
406-549-2790
406-549-2790
I ocationaly go there for lunch. I love their dessert(dark chocolate).so good. I think I have never dissapoint their food but dinner is too expensive for me. By the way, special soup was good too.
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403 N. Higgins Ave. Missoula MT
406-549-7979
406-549-7979
Taco Del Sol
(Mexican & Southwest)
422 North Higgins Missoula MT
406-327-8929
406-327-8929
Taco Del Sol is great. With 4 locations here in town (including Boca Ray) you always know what you're going to get. They don't have lots of options or ways to customize your burrito/taco, but again, consistency is key. Definitely
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The Depot
(American & Varied, Bar & Grills, Bars, Clubs & Lounges)
201 Railroad Street West Missoula MT
406-728-7007
406-728-7007
The Depot is sweet because it's like 3 restaurants in one. There is the fancy restaurant for more "intimate" dining. The Depot Deck for summertime hangouts with pals. And the dark bar for Air-Conditioned bliss. The food is good. As
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The Keep
(Fine Dining)
102 Ben Hogan Drive Missoula MT
406-728-5132
406-728-5132
Worden's Market
(Deli and Sandwiches, Retail)
451 N Higgins Ave Missoula MT
406-549-1293
406-549-1293
Frito Pie. Chili, fritos, jalepenos, sour cream. $4 --Enough Said.
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General
Crystal Theater
(A & E)
515 S. Higgins Ave. Missoula MT
Bad Habits was great. The play is a little dated, but definitely funny. The acting was really great. The actors almost all took this play all the way, no holding back.
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Good Food Store
(Deli and Sandwiches, Retail)
1600 South 3rd West Missoula MT
406-541-FOOD
406-541-FOOD
Missoula Art Museum
(A & E)
335 N. Pattee St. Missoula Montana
406-728-0447
406-728-0447
Missoula Artists Shop
(Retail)
306 N. Higgins Ave. Missoula Montana
Missoula Children's Theatre
(A & E)
200 N. Adams St. Missoula Montana
406-728-1911
406-728-1911
Orange Street Food Farm
(Retail, Deli and Sandwiches)
701 S. Orange St. Missoula MT
(406) 543-3188
(406) 543-3188
Posh Chocolat
(Retail)
119 S. Higgins Ave. Missoula Montana
Rockin Rudy's
(Retail)
237 Blaine St. Missoula Montana
406-542-0077
406-542-0077
Roxy Twin Theater
(A & E)
120 N 2nd Hamilton Montana
Ten Spoon Vineyard and Winery
(Retail)
4175 Rattlesnake Drive Missoula Montana
406-549-8703
406-549-8703
Worden's Market
(Deli and Sandwiches, Retail)
451 N Higgins Ave Missoula MT
406-549-1293
406-549-1293
Frito Pie. Chili, fritos, jalepenos, sour cream. $4 --Enough Said.
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