Restaurants,
Pubs & Bistros
Restaurants
Pubs
Bistros
Restaurants
1. Bagels on Broadway ...... 223 W. Broadway
Best bagels in Missoula! Authentic New York style with flavored cream cheese. Homemade soups, desserts and espresso also available. 728-8900. Open weekdays 6:30 am-5:30 pm, weekends 7:30 am-3:30 pm. $
2. The Bridge ........................... 515 S. Higgins
Same owners for 30+ years; featuring pastas, seafood, chicken, salads, pizza, beer & wine. 542-0638. Delivery available. Restaurant open 5-9:30 pm Sun-Thurs, 5-10 pm Fri-Sat. Takeout/delivery 11 am–10:30 pm daily. $$-$$$
3. Casa Pablos ..................... 147 E. Broadway
Mexican Restaurant. 542-6671. Open Mon-Fri 11 am-9 pm, Sat noon-10 pm, Sun 3 pm-10 pm. $-$$
4. Dinosaur Café ...................... 428 N. Higgins
Traditional Cajun fare, including jambalaya, crawfish pie, po’ boy sandwiches, juicy burgers, steaks, chicken and salads. Located in the back of Charlie B’s. 549-2940. Open Mon-Sat 11 am-midnight. $-$$
5. Doc’s Gourmet Sandwich Shop .............. 214 N. Higgins
Great sandwiches, soups, salads and espresso. Catering available. 542-7414. Open weekdays 9 am-5 pm, Sat 10 am-4 pm. $
6. El Cazador ........................... 101 S. Higgins
Authentic Mexican cuisine prepared by the Hernandez family. Beef, chicken, seafood. Beer, wine and the best margaritas around. 728-3657. Open Sun-Thurs 11 am-9 pm, Fri-Sat 11 am-10 pm. $-$$
7. Encore .................................... 200 S. Pattee
Located parkside at the Holiday Inn, featuring American cuisine, pasta and seafood. Summer dining on the patio. Excellent wine list. 721-8550. Open daily 6:30 am-2 pm, 5:30-10 pm. $-$$
8. Finn & Porter .......................... 100 Madison
Fine steaks and seafood, expansive views of the Clark Fork, riverside deck, extensive wine list. A terrific dining experience. 728-3100. Open daily 6 am-midnight. $$-$$$
9. Food For Thought .......................... 540 Daly
Great food at great prices across from UM. Famous for breakfast and lunch. Featuring new dinner menu, including bowls and wraps. 721-6033. Open Sun.-Thurs. 7 am-9 pm, Fri-Sat 7 am-4:30 pm. $-$$
10. Front Street Pasta & Wraps . 247 W. Front
A great place for pasta, stir-fry and wraps. Located on Front Street, just north of Missoula’s carousel. 728-6655. Open weekdays 11 am-8 pm. $-$$
11. Hell Gate Elks Lodge ........... 112 N. Pattee
Missoula’s best kept secret! Serving food to satisfy the tummy and pocketbook. Catering available for parties up to 250 people. 543-9434. Open Mon-Fri 11 am-2:30 pm, Tues 5:30-7 pm. $-$$
12. Hob Nob Café .......................... 208 E. Main
Quaint restaurant with a true Missoula feel. Organic choices and specialty items. Located inside the Union Club; beer, wine cocktails. 542-3188. Open weekdays for lunch 11 am-3 pm. Dinner served Mon-Wed 5-9 pm, Tues-Sat 5- 10 pm. $-$$
13. Kadena’s ............................ 2685½ Palmer
A variety of grilled sandwiches, sautéed dishes and pasta salads. Menu ranges from Cajun to Oriental with fresh ingredients and signature sauces. Beer and wine. Take out and delivery available. 549-3543. Open weekdays 11 am- 10 pm, Sat 11 am-10 pm. $-$$
14. Knuckleheads BBQ................ Stevensville
Montana’s traditional wood-fired BBQ, Texas Style. Located in the Bitterroot Valley. 550-1080. Open Tues-Sun 10 am-8 pm. $$
15. MacKenzie River Pizza Co. . 137 W. Front
The most authentic pizza in Montana, plus sandwiches and salads. Beer and wine. Beautiful rustic atmosphere. 721-0077. Open Mon-Thurs 11:30 am-9 pm, Fri-Sat 11:30 am-10 pm, Sun 5-9 pm. $-$$
16. Nap’s Grill ............................. 231 W. Front
Enjoy “Missoula’s Best Burger” at “Missoula Best New Restaurant.” Steaks, salads and chicken. Sports on TV. See the river and the Carousel from the deck. Open daily 11 am- 8 pm. $
17. O’Herron’s Hot Dogs ......... Higgins & Main
The “Hot Dog Guy” on the corner of Higgins and Main in Downtown Missoula. Serving Chicago Style hotdogs. Find him at Out to Lunch in Caras Park Wednesdays June- August. Open summers 11 am-2 pm. $
18. Perugia ........................ 1106 W. Broadway
Authentic Old World European and Mediterranean cuisine by the Risho family. Extensive wine and cocktails. Italian Night Tuesdays, Steak & Martini Night Wednesdays, Greek Night Thursdays. 543-3757. Open Tues-Sat at 5 pm. $$- $$$
19. Pita Pit ................................ 130 N. Higgins
Fresh thinking, healthy eating. 541-7482. Open daily 11 am-3 am. $
20. Press Box ....................... 835 E. Broadway
Full menu restaurant with banquet facilities and smokefree atrium. Watch your favorite sporting events with 31 televisions and satellite feed. 721-1212. Open everyday 7 am-2 am. $-$$
21. RedBird ................................. 120 W. Front
Intimate hide-a-way with inventive seasonal cuisine in an architecturally dramatic surrounding. Fine dining. 549-2906. Open for dinner Tues-Sat 5-9:30 pm. Reservations recommended. $$-$$$
22. Sa Wad Dee .................. 221 W. Broadway
Outstanding spicy Thai food for lunch or dinner, prepared by Thailand native Sumalee Foy. 543-9966. Open Mon-Sat 11 am-3 pm and 5-9 pm. Closed Wed evenings. $-$$
23. Scotty’s Table .................... 529 S. Higgins
“ Hot Spot on the Hip Strip.” Featuring American Bistro Fare – a menu designed to transport your senses and awaken your palate. Unique wine and beer selection. Lunch Tues-Sat 11 am-3pm. Dinner Tues-Sun 5 pm-close. $$-$$$
24. Shack Café ............................. 222 W. Main
Fresh menu featuring vegetarian items, pasta, beef and fresh fish. Famous for breakfast, outstanding for lunch and dinner. Beer, wine and espresso available. 549-9903. Open daily at 7 am. Dinner served Wed-Sun 5-9 pm. $$- $$$
25. Sizzler .................................... 3611 Brooks
Sizzler is the family’s favorite place to eat. Steaks, seafood and salads. Missoula’s favorite Sunday brunch 10 am-2 pm. 728-5334. Open every day 11 am-9 pm. $-$$
26. Staggering Ox ........................ 123 E. Main
World’s Best Sandwich! Try the famous clubfoot sandwiches, hot sandwiches, and baked potatoes. Fresh bread, made from scratch, baked daily! 327-9400. Open Mon- Thurs 10 am-9 pm, Fri-Sun 7 am-8 pm. $
27. Taco Bell ........................ 651 E. Broadway
Run for the border! Fast Mexican. Open every day. 728- 6667. $
28. Tipu’s ................................... 115½ S. 4th W.
Fresh, homemade Indian cuisine for eat-in, take-out or catered. Excellent appetizers, meals, drinks and desserts. Featuring the best Chai in town. 542-0622. Open everyday from 11:30 am-9:30 pm. $
29. Two Sisters ............................ 127 W. Alder
Voted Missoula’s best new restaurant by Independent and Missoulian. Exciting menu that changes daily, great patio, beer and wine. 327-8438. Open everyday at 11 am, serving dinner Wed-Sun 5-9 pm and breakfast Fri-Sun from 8 am. $-$$
30. Uptown Diner ..................... 120 N. Higgins
Step into the past, listen to oldies and enjoy great food! Daily specials, breakfast all day and the best milkshakes in the West. 542-2449. Open Mon-Wed 8 am-3 pm, Thurs-Fri 8 am-8 pm, Sat-Sun 8 am-3 pm. $-$$
31. Worden’s Market & Deli .... 451 N. Higgins
“ Live Montana Deli,” featuring sandwiches, subs and hot entrees. Soups, chili, salads made daily. Missoula’s Best Deli 10 years running. 549-1293. Open everyday at 8 am, close at 10 pm Mon-Thurs, 11 pm Fri-Sat and 9 pm Sun. $-$$
32. Zimorino’s .......................... 424 N. Higgins
Missoula’s best Italian restaurant. Excellent pizza, pasta and entrees. Beer and wine. Banquet facilities and pizza delivery available. 549-7434. Open 5-9 pm Sun-Thurs and 5-10 pm Fri-Sat. $$-$$$
Pubs
33. Al & Vic’s Bar ........................ 119 W. Alder
One of Missoula’s oldest bars! Enjoy your friends, a cold drink and a fine collection of Historic Downtown Missoula prints. 728-4804. Open Mon-Sat 8 am-2 am, Sun and holidays 10 am-2 am. $
34. Boardroom Lounge .............. 231 W. Front
New bar and lounge with pool tables, dance floor, video games, big screen televisions, gambling machines. Food available from Nap’s Grill. 721-9694. Open Mon-Sat 11am- 2 am. $
35. Elks Lounge ......................... 112 N. Pattee
Great drinks and a big screen TV. Best dance floor around. 543-7512. Open everyday 5-11 pm. $
36. Golden Rose Casino ..... 135 W. Broadway
Casino and pub. Open 24 hours. $
37. Iron Horse Brew Pub ......... 501 N. Higgins
Great drinks, great food, great people, great atmosphere. Pool table, gaming machines and lots of places to sit outside on a hot summer day. Open everyday 11 am-2 am. Serving food until 11 pm. $-$$
38. Missoula Ale House ........... 325 N. Higgins
Featuring local microbrews, along with a clean and refreshing atmosphere. Enjoy a taste of Missoula. 728- 0144. Open everyday 2 pm-2 am. $
39. Montana Lounge ................. 200 S. Pattee
Located parkside at the Holiday Inn. Great patio, 60-inch big screen TV, local beers on tap. 721-8550. Open Mon-Sat 2pm-1 am, Sun 5 pm-midnight. $-$$
40. Oxford Saloon ................... 337 N. Higgins
Missoula’s most famous historic landmark. Known for its brains and eggs and browns and gravy. 549-0117. Open 24 hours a day. $-$$
41. Palace Billiards ............ 135 W. Broadway
Pub and billiards hall. Daily 2 pm-2 am. 543-9102. $
42. Red’s Bar .................................. 217 Ryman
Sports bar located in the heart of Downtown Missoula. Great place to go after Griz games or to watch your favorite team on the tube. Good music on the jukebox. 728-9881. Open every day 8 am-2 am. $
43. Rhinoceros ............................... 158 Ryman
More than 50 beers on tap, plus countless more in the bottle. Go around the world in 50 beers or play pool. Summer alley patio. Happy hour 4-6 pm daily. 721-6061. Open Mon-Sat 11 am-2 am, Sun noon-2 am. $
44. Sean Kelly’s Brew Pub ......... 130 W. Pine
A bit of Irish hospitality. Fine Irish and Scotch whiskies, brews from around the world. Irish and American pub fare. Jazz, blues or Celtic music nightly. 542-1471. Open daily 11 am-2 am, serving food until midnight. $-$$
45. Union Club .............................. 208 E. Main
Local live bands on Friday and Saturday nights. Great selection of beer, wine and liquor. Pool tables and gaming machines. Dining available at the Hob Nob Cafe. 728-7980. Open Mon-Sat 8 am-2 am, Sun 3-11 pm. $ Breweries
46. Bayern Brewing Co. ........... 1507 Montana
Incredible beer by German Brewmaster Juergen Knoeller. New location in brand new building. Home of the famous Montana Trout Slayer. 721-1482. Open Mon-Tues 12-6 pm, Wed-Sat 12-8 pm, Sun 2-6 pm. $-$$
47. Big Sky Brewing Co. ............120A Hickory
Montana’s premier brewery! Tasting room and gift shop that features loads of Moose Drool merchandise, as well as cool logowear for all brands. www.moosedrool.com. 549- 2777. Open weekdays 11 am-6 pm, Sat 12-5 pm. $-$$ $ ...... Less than $7 $$ ................ $7-14 $$$ .. $15 & Higher
48. Kettlehouse Brewing Co. ......... 602 Myrtle
Tim O’Leary’s locally-owned brewery and taproom, using mostly Montana-grown barley. Up to 10 different beers on tap. Famous for Olde Bong Water Hemp Porter and Montana Blonde Ale. 728-1660. Open Mon-Thurs 3-9 pm, Fri-Sat noon-9 pm. $-$$
Bistros
49. Baskin Robbins ...................... 1880 Brooks
More than 31 flavors of ice cream. Fat-free, sugar-free yogurt, ice cream, yogurt drinks. Ice cream cakes, pies, desserts. Summers open daily 10 am–11 pm , winters open 11 am–10 pm Sun-Thurs, 11 am–11 pm Fri-Sat. $
50. Bernice’s Bakery ................. 190 S. 3rd W.
Voted Missoula’s best bakery. A cozy atmosphere with locally roasted, stout coffee, organic juice and teas. Fresh pastries, breads, cookies and desserts baked in full view. 728-1358. Open daily 6 am-10 pm. $-$$
51. Big Dipper Ice Cream........ 631 S. Higgins
Missoula’s favorite homemade ice cream and sorbet. Drive thru or walk-up. 543-5722. Open everyday noon until late. $
52. Break Espresso .................. 432 N. Higgins
Great coffee, in-house bakery items and desserts. Homemade soups and sandwiches to go. Organic juice, frozen yogurt, coffee shakes. 728-7300. Open Mon-Thurs 6 am-10 pm, Fri-Sat 6 am-midnight, Sun 7:30 am-10 pm. $- $$
53. Butterfly Herbs ................... 232 N. Higgins
Missoula’s first Espresso Bar. Serving smooth espresso, coffees and teas, ice cream sodas and shakes, homemade soups and sandwiches, salads and pastries, all in a wonderful historic setting. 728-8780. Open weekdays 7 am- 6 pm, Sat 9 am–5:30 pm, Sun 9 am-5 pm. $
54. In Good Taste ..................... 132 N. Higgins
Gourmet coffee always available, plus homemade soups and sandwiches. 549-6725. Open Mon-Sat 9:30 am-6 pm, Sun 11-4 pm. $
