Basal

Had a quick overnight stay in Missoula. Wanted to have at least one little fun experience before…read moreheading north to my destination. Popped into Black Coffee and was delighted. It's a huge hangar type space filled with locals bustling in for their morning coffee. My typical way to know if I'll like a coffee shop is if their cappuccino is only offered in one (or two) sizes. Black Coffee had that-BINGO. Delicious and perfectly made. My only regret is not buying beans to brew at home.

4 stars Tucked into…read morea gorgeous old Quonset hut, Black Coffee Roasting Co. (525) is worth a stop for the building alone--that curved corrugated-metal shell, the tangle of Edison bulbs strung across the high ceiling, and a sunny little patio out back make it one of the more distinctive coffee spots around. The service was friendly and quick. I ordered at the counter and had my drink in hand in no time, with genuinely nice folks behind the bar. The menu has some fun, unexpected touches too--the mint cold brew is a standout you won't find everywhere, and it's refreshing without being gimmicky. The pastry case is where they really shine. House-made bialys, savory danishes with coconut greens and pork belly, sweet danishes with black tea and roasted rhubarb, plus a rotating lineup of cookies and tea cakes. Everything looks like it's made with real care, and the bakery side (Grist) clearly takes the craft seriously. One heads-up: there's no WiFi. If you're hoping to post up and grind through a few hours of work, this isn't the spot for it--plan on a shorter visit or bring a hotspot. For a quick, high-quality coffee-and-pastry run, though, it's a winner. Come for the architecture and the mint cold brew, stay for the bialys--just don't expect to get much emailing done.

Bialy pastry with avocado smear and a matcha

Cuban Breve and some Turkey, arugula toast

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Bernice's Bakery

4.3(196 reviews)

0.3 mi

This is the perfect cozy little cafe to relax at on a chilly fall morning. I ordered a hot apple…read morecider and an apple cheese danish. Both were wonderful! I thought the prices were very reasonable too. I'll be back if I'm ever in the area again.

I have loved Bernice's for a long time. I used to go in and buy their Blueberry Bran muffins by the…read moredozens!! I quit buying them because I was watching the scale take a little hit so I, with great sadness, stopped buying my favorite muffins!! Today I went in after months of being good with my waistline and bought one of my favorite Blueberry Bran muffins. I was sooooooooo disappointed! The muffins had no flavor. The muffins I remembered had a little sweetness to them but NOT TODAY. The muffin was so bland and boring that I threw the most of it out to the birds. Sorry for the change in the recipe. Sadly, L

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Copper Mountain Coffee

4.3(23 reviews)

3.4 mi

Found this small coffee shop completely by accident, and was glad that I did. Located adjacent to a…read moreDomino's Pizza close to I-90 in Missoula, Copper Mountain Coffee has all of the blends that you need that any other coffee brand (particularly those brands that end in Bucks and Brothers) would have. And, the customer service is probably even more outstanding. This particular Copper Mountain Coffee location has two sides to accommodate cars, and walk-up traffic like myself on one particular occasion. Keep in mind that because there are probably 2-3 employees at a time working, the pace of obtaining your drink is slightly a little slower than usual. Just be patient- quality beverages are being made with care. You can't go wrong with making a stop here.

I usually stop here when driving through Missoula. The baristas are always friendly and if I don't…read moreknow what I want, they usually have some good suggestions. I normally will do a hit beverage in the morning and a refreshing lotus energy drink if its in the afternoon.

This is delicious!

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Break Espresso

4.0(122 reviews)

0.2 mi

The muffins are baked fresh and are delicious. Service is very friendly. Low lit lights, great for…read morerelaxing and casual reading.

The coffee here is so wonderful, you can tell they know how to brew coffee and make delicious…read moreespressos.The baked goods they offer are delectable and mouth watering. The barista's are kind and welcoming. Definitely recommend stopping in if you are in Missoula.

Mocha pecan pie, hazelnut espresso brownie and a mocha white

Apple Pie

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Break Espresso, Missoula

Clyde Coffee

4.2(146 reviews)

0.5 mi

This was a very cute little college cafe. There were plenty of college students hanging out and…read morestudying. I got a mocha and the cheese grits. The cheese grits had cucumber, tomatoes, and poached eggs. I really enjoyed that combo! The service was quick and friendly too.

Our hot vanilla lattes were creamy, toasty and delicious. I ordered the breakfast sandwich, and my…read morehusband opted for the biscuits and gravy with eggs. Absolutely delicious food. HOWEVER, you guys have got to get your shit figured out. The cashier gave us a number placard, and told us to stay at the front to get our drinks before sitting. So we did. Employees were abuzz, swarming like ping pong balls, and making food/drinks. We stood and waited, then after like 15 minutes a gal came out and handed me my plate of food!? We hadn't even gotten our drinks yet. *Why was I being handed food first, standing, versus receiving my drink and then served food while seated at our table?* I wandered to find a table, and found myself weaving through a bunch of people. It was awkward since all the tables/chairs are spaced SO close together. My husband stayed at the front for our lattes, as I started to eat alone. :( We loved the food, but we felt unhappy about the fracas and chaos. This is NOT the way to run a restaurant. We sat and enjoyed our lattes, and the eclectic ambiance. Finally another 12 to 15 minutes later, my husband's biscuits and gravy arrived. I am a slow eater, and I was already done eating, when he began to eat. :( Sad to say, our experience was extremely disappointing. Totally disjointed, and it left us feeling frustrated and irritated. This shouldn't need to be said, but you guys need to serve people in the order they come in. Get those tickets done asap, and it'll clear up your insane bottleneck you create by serving the "easiest" drinks and meals first. Yummy food, but NOT a good dining experience. Also, there are some funny reviews whining about feeling uncomfortable that this place is anti-ICE. Pro-lgbtq. "Oh the horror" to be inclusive, and tolerant of other people! I just know what you would've been balking about in the 1950's... Clyde Coffee is said to be a "liberal" coffee shop, but if you think about it, this is simply human decency... Treat others with basic kindness, and you won't feel such guilt. :)

Used foil on my sandwich after I asked for it to go.

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Le Petit Outre Bakery & Cafe

4.4(121 reviews)

0.3 mi

The New York Deli Rye is to die for. Hard to find in the stores but there are a few available…read moreusually at food farm

This place USED TO have the best breads but they have fell off drastically. I don't know if they…read morehave a new recipe or what but the flavor is no longer like it used to be. Service can be slow but that's expected with a line out the door.

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Lake Missoula Tea Company

4.6(42 reviews)

0.1 mi

This place is a fantastic hidden gem! There is such a wide variety of teas, there is just too much…read moreto choose from! They seem to have a different sample every day so you can try something new! They can every brew any tea for you so you can have a cup to hang out or a cup to go. A really cute place downtown to visit, especially if you are a tea lover! A must visit!!

WHAT A CUTE SHOP! I love me some tea and went in looking for some functional tea for some recent…read morehealth issues. I ended up getting the Uplift, Stress Less, Zen Cleanse and Holy Basil. There's also a cute tea bar where you can either order any tea they have in the store (hot), or some of the items on the menu, including chilled teas. They also have some cute tea-related merchandise. The people working were very knowledgeable and helpful in gearing me towards the right functional blends. Will definitely be ordering from this shop in the future!

Hot tea in carafe and cup

Shelves of loose leaf tea

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Loose leaf tea in bowl

Dog Wash Cafe

5.0(5 reviews)

0.3 mi

As guests at the Camp Loge Motel (same parking lot) we got free coffee and it was good coffee! They…read moreuse DRUM coffee a local roaster and favorite of ours. We got warmly welcomed and ordered our Ham & Guryea croissants plus an Americano from the espresso list. Both were hot and delicious. Ambience is in the same style as the motel; outdoors sports. With all manner of things Loge Branded. Happy friendly staff we will be back.

Stayed at the LOGE hotel and got a breakfast sandwich and chai. Good food and drinks & great…read moreservice. Very spacious & cute decor. Julie and the rest of the staff are the best!!!!

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Market On Front

4.1(483 reviews)

0.1 mi

I'm plant based and it's been a long time that I've been crippled by indecision when ordering due…read moreto so many amazing vegan options. I've NEVER experienced it in Montana but market on front has SO many delicious options for every dietary preference. I decided on a portobello pesto sandwich on ciabatta and it was 10/10. The bread, texture and flavor were perfect! Although I was just visiting, I'd be shocked if there were a better sandwich shop in this town. There is also a grab and go and souvenir section that's very convenient. It was busy and we did have to wait a while for our orders but it was so worth the wait. If you're craving a sandwich or a wrap, this is your place.

90 min wait for a sandwich is ri-dic-u-lus! Yes, I ordered online. Yes it said 70 min. NO, it was…read morenot ready in 70!!!! min. but rather 90!! ONE sandwich, which was $13, BTW. Nice staff and I knew it would be a wait, but good lord get your act together. Good latte Good sandwich, if expensive Inside "shop" was empty except for some expensive caramels and water bottles. Not sure what's going on, but as is it is difficult to recommend.

VLT Breakfast Sando

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Mountain Berry Bowls Missoula

4.7(18 reviews)

1.0 mi

While visiting my daughters in Missoula I decided to take my Grand Dog for a walk and find…read moresomething to eat. What a marvelous surprise to find Mountain Berry Bowls parked just down the street. I've been in town for 6 days and have 3 bowls. The service is fabulous and the bowls as good as any Acai bowl I've had in Hawaii!

Love their food truck! Every single time what I order is delicious! Decent portions, fresh fruit,…read moreand wonderful toppings! Great for a snack, light meal, or dessert!

Soul Bowl

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Sean R.

5 years ago

Grumpiest staff I've met in Montana. Sort of expect it in NYC or LA, but c'mon. Get over yourselves Basal. You aren't even approaching hot shit. read more

Ashley S.

108

6 years ago

My salad was absolutely delicious! If only I could create something this delicious at home!

Randy R.

5 years ago

Very Good coffee. Good quiche!. Good service. Smoothies look good but I didn't have one

Basal - salad - Updated November 2026

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