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.

I don't know why I don't come here more often because it's close to my house and everything I've…read moreever tried had been good. While I don't like or drink coffee, I do tend to order a lotus frequently and they are always delicious and refreshing. My husband really likes their coffee and had never had any complaints either. The service is always pretty fast compared to some of the other local drive-up coffee stands in town. It has two sided to drive up to and some days the lines can be long. They have lots of different drink options to choose from. I recommend giving them a try!

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.

A nice spot for fresh baked goods--muffins, scones and the pies! OMG they look amazing. The…read moreservice was one of the nicest we've encountered during our stop in Missoula. The place is large with plenty of seating and nice spacious tables. Everything is made to order in front of you--the barista is very hard working!

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. :)

FSK is our local breakfast spot- Missoula, near the airport…read more The Gravlax plate and the pancake breakfast with perfectly cooked egg , were delish! Most impressive are the kind, customer service staff! We thank and cheer, Maggie and Liam, plus the CHEF and Team! We have vowed to support you, bring our friend's to you and next time promise to take photo's of the lovely meals we enjoy, with you!!

So far everything that I've had here has been really good…read more Service is very friendly, and the food comes out in a timely matter Drip coffee is self-serve, definitely is bold and flavor but it's really good I had the biscuits and gravy, the biscuits are really good. The gravy though was fine but could use some more seasoning but overall definitely would recommend it. I had a breakfast burrito to go about a month ago and that thing was huge and the flavor was great. It is definitely big enough. You could split between two people. The only complaint that I have is, they don't have Tabasco or any real hot sauce. All they had was Tapatio and the Cholula.

My first day off the plane I grabbed a coffee from another, well known national, coffee place…read moreknowing I would hate it (bruh a cup of all ice and 3 sips of liquid?) but didn't have my ear to the ground yet where to get the good stuff. I found it, it is here, The Loose Caboose. I LOVE LOVE LOVE this coffee and evidently so do the locals as these girls are always busy. I will genuinely miss this place when I go home.

Loose Caboose is a perfectly acceptable road-trip coffee stop and one that we were happy to…read morediscover while passing through Missoula. It has a local following (and ownership story), a friendly vibe, a cute logo and stand design that fits the name well, and the kind of welcoming personality that makes you smile a bit before getting back on the road. The menu is broad and should satisfy just about anyone in the car. There are numerous hot and cold coffee drinks, tea options, a wide variety of syrups, and several milk choices to accommodate different tastes and dietary preferences. Service was prompt, cheerful, and genuinely friendly. The coffee itself, however, lands closer to average for me. The drinks tend to rely more heavily on syrups and sweeteners than allowing the coffee to be the star. If you've visited places like Mercury Coffee around Seattle or Dutch Bros, you'll have a good sense of what to expect. As someone who has probably spent more time debating roast profiles than any reasonably adjusted adult should, I recognize that I may not be the ideal customer for this style of coffee stand, so take that criticism with the appropriate grain of salt. That said, context matters. For a drive-through stand in Missoula, Loose Caboose compares favorably with many similar options, and if you're willing to set aside any Seattle or San Francisco coffee snobbery, it's actually a bit above average for what it aims to be. Final Thoughts: Loose Caboose isn't a destination coffee shop that I'd build an itinerary around, but it's absolutely worth pulling over for if you're driving through town and looking for a pleasant caffeine stop. Friendly service, plenty of options, and a fun atmosphere make it an easy recommendation for road trippers. -AC

Amazing! I rolled up coming from Glasgow... Long trip... Needing to go 6 more hours and I don't…read moreknow a darn thing about coffee. I said I need cold, sweet and lots of caffeine. The gentleman was so nice and didn't even question what I needed. He knew what to make. When I go back through Missoula, I will take the time out to go through THIS coffee stand. Thank you for being so kind and helpful.

Coffee is great, breakfast burritos are delicious, service is friendly. Close to freeway and…read moreairport. Great place to grab a quick breakfast to go while passing through Missoula.

This place consistently serves the worst cup of coffee on this side of the Mississippi. Combined…read morewith staff that is more interested in their phone than customers, it's a must avoid establishment

This appeared to be the only place to grab coffee while waiting for a morning flight out of MSO…read moreAirport. Our drinks were good and the barista was friendly, however, she was the only one working which made for long waits since she had to take orders and then go make a bunch of drinks. It would be a lot more efficient if they could get just one more employee working, especially in the mornings!

Best salads in town! Fresh ingredients, savory dressings. Nice combination of crisp greens, crunchy…read moreveggies, and a variety of toppings - beans, nuts, etc. Fast service,

Good service! Everyone was kind and welcoming. The restaurant is beautifully designed and has a…read moregreat atmosphere. They played great music too. I also really appreciated that they offer several vegan options. I ordered the Creamy Blue Smoothie and the Banana Walnut Oatmeal. The oatmeal was absolutely AMAZING--perfectly cooked, flavorful, and easily one of the best breakfasts I've had here. It's the item I'd recommend to everyone. The smoothie was good overall, but the fresh mint was a bit overpowering and left an aftertaste for me. I think it would be even better without the mint or with less of it. I also appreciated that they use compostable straws, although mine was cracked when I unwrapped it. Later, I came back for lunch and ordered the half Brussels Caesar Salad with the vegan protein. The vegan protein (chickpeas and lentils) was delicious, and the half portion was surprisingly large. I also liked that the dressing came already tossed throughout the salad. One thing I found a little confusing was that the Brussels Caesar uses a vegan dressing but is topped with cheese, so I'd be curious what substitution is offered for guests ordering it vegan. The bread was good, although the butter was served very cold and was difficult to spread. A few suggestions that could make the experience even better: * Add a larger "Basal" sign above the entrance to make the restaurant easier to spot. * Install a large wall-mounted menu inside for easier viewing. * Keep tables and chairs wiped down throughout the lunch rush. The restaurant was spotless during breakfast, but by lunchtime several tables and seats needed cleaning. Given the price point, I'd expect a bit more attention to dining room upkeep. Overall: good atmosphere, friendly staff, and good food. I recommend the Banana Walnut Oatmeal.

I dropped by the HD dealership while passing through town at lunchtime. I saw the excellent Yelp…read morereviews for this place and decided to get a burrito for lunch. Glad I did. Although they are not huge, they are filling, and extraordinarily flavorful. Like spot on high end food. They do all the normal coffee stand drinks as well as burritos and sandwiches. Seating is limited to a few uncovered picnic tables, and they have a drive through. Super friendly staff and a really good product. Well worth it in my opinion.

I go to Hardtail at least once a week. They have great sandwiches, vegetarian breakfast burritos…read moreand their Americano is the best I've ever had! The folks there are very friendly.