Best Brunch Spots in Missoula, Montana
- Montana Edit
- 8 hours ago
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Missoula does brunch right. Downtown spots put creative spins on breakfast classics while neighborhood favorites stick to comfort food fundamentals. Looking for fluffy pancakes, a solid Benedict, or a breakfast burrito to go? Here's where to eat.
Cafe Mimosa
📍 101 S Higgins Ave, Missoula, MT 59802 | 🔗 cafemimosamt.com
Bright, buzzy, and right in the heart of downtown with Miami vibes that somehow work perfectly in Montana. Their attention to detail is impressive — think fried capers and dressed microgreens on their Benedicts, vegetables from the Western Montana Growers Co-Op, and fresh-squeezed mimosas. Perfect for fueling up before hitting the mountains or gathering your crew for weekend brunch. Open daily 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Our must-have: Loaded Hashbrown Skillet — crispy hashbrowns topped with cheddar, eggs, grilled onions, roasted red peppers, chopped bacon, chipotle and chive crema, chili crisp, and chives.
FSK (Fork Spoon & Knife)
📍 6170 Butler Creek Rd, Missoula, MT 59808 | 🔗 forkspoonknifemt.com
Chef Megan Matthews (formerly of Burns Street Bistro) is doing creative, elevated comfort food in this spacious spot near the airport. Everything is made in-house — breads, biscuits, pickles, even the coffee syrups. The from-scratch approach really shows. Weekend brunch runs 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Saturday and Sunday), weekday breakfast Tuesday–Friday 7:30-11 a.m.
Our must-have: Breakfast Sandwich — house-made English muffin with prosciutto, caramelized onions, cheddar cheese, over-medium egg, and spicy aioli served with fried potatoes.
The Old Post
📍 103 W Spruce St, Missoula, MT 59802 | 🔗 oldpostmissoula.com
Jazzy vibes, an eclectic atmosphere, and one of the best Bloody Mary programs in town. Live music inside brings energy to the space, while the outdoor patio gives you a laid-back place to linger. Brunch runs weekday mornings 8–11 a.m., weekends 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Our must-have: Loaded Biscuits & Gravy — house buttermilk biscuit with Redneck sausage gravy, chopped bacon, and two eggs over easy, served with a side of home fries.
Paul’s Pancake Parlor
📍 2305 Brooks St, Missoula, MT 59801 | 🔗 paulspancake.com
A Missoula institution since 1963. Classic diner fare, nostalgic atmosphere, and 18 varieties of pancakes including sourdough made with a 100+ year-old starter. Generous portions at reasonable prices make it worth the wait (and there's usually a wait). Open daily 6 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Our must-have: Blueberry Sourdough Pancakes — a stack of four fluffy pancakes bursting with blueberries and served hot off the griddle.
Market on Front
📍 201 E Front St, Missoula, MT 59802 | 🔗 marketonfront.com
Quick, convenient, and absolutely delicious. This downtown market-restaurant-coffee shop combo sells 250–400 breakfast burritos daily for a reason. Fast, efficient service makes it perfect for on-the-go or a casual sit-down. Breakfast until 11 a.m. weekdays, 1 p.m. weekends.
Our must-have: The Famous Breakfast Burrito — scrambled eggs, choice of bacon or sausage, cheese, seasoned potatoes, and chipotle aioli in a perfectly grilled tortilla.
The Trough
📍 2106 Clements Rd, Missoula, MT 59804 | 🔗 thetroughmissoula.net
This neighborhood favorite in Target Range is housed in a converted old dairy building and doubles as a market with local products. Breakfast is served Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Enjoy $3.50 mimosas in a laid-back, family-friendly space with both indoor seating and an outdoor patio.
Our must-have: Huevos Rancheros — savory tomatillo pulled pork and green chile black beans served over fried corn tortillas, topped with pepper jack cheese and homemade pico de gallo, and served with two eggs.
Cambie Taphouse + Coffee
📍 2413 S Higgins Ave, Missoula, MT 59801 | 🔗 cambiemt.com
Coffeehouse meets taphouse on South Higgins. Breakfast is served daily from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., making it a great mid-morning stop whether you're grabbing coffee or settling in for a relaxed start to your day. The modern interior features local art, and the upper outdoor patio offers stunning views.
Our must-have: Breakfast Sandwich — choice of bacon or sausage, fried eggs, and sharp white cheddar on Le Petite Outre Birdman bread. Highly recommend adding avocado.