Great atmosphere! Great Coffee (locally roasted Black Coffee)! Nice place to study or have a…read moremeeting.

Since I moved to Missoula from Seattle I've been looking all over for great espresso. Who knew I'd…read morefind one of the best so far in East Missoula, let alone inside of a church? It's not easy to see from the street that there's a cheerful, clean cafe inside of the River of Life church. I'm really glad there were big yellow flags out front that said "espresso." I was out for a hike in East Missoula and I didn't want to head back into town (Missoula that is) to get coffee, so I decided to give Riverside a shot. Now it's one of my favorites! Delicious black coffee company beans, non-flavored soy (a rarity here), and lots of snacks to buy. I am a shameless Seattle coffee snob, and I am telling you, if you are in East Missoula, whether you live there or are passing through on your way to other Montana adventures, you need to stop here.

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.

I rarely leave negative reviews, but our experience here was too disappointing not to share. We…read morecame in around 4:30 PM to celebrate my daughter's 5th birthday -- a party of five, three of them kids. We had even called ahead and were told we didn't need a reservation. When we arrived, the host told us there were no tables available inside -- despite the restaurant being completely empty. When we asked about the reservations supposedly filling the place, she simply said, "Trust me, they're full." We offered to order quickly and keep our visit short since we had young children, and her response was that we "probably aren't your atmosphere then" if we wanted to eat and leave.

We ordered dinner here tonight. It's rare for me not to finish a meal because I don't like it. I…read morecouldn't finish the veggie burger. It actually made me a like sick. My husband said the salmon and risotto was alright. Uncle thought the fish and chips was acceptable. We got a Mediterranean salad to share. Nothing too exciting. Staff is great!

We walked here after I found the coffee at the nearby Comfort Inn unbearable. The funny part is:…read morethe coffee at the hotel was from Drum. The difference was: the coffee shop had all the good plant milks. I also bought a "drumstick", which was like a homemade energy bar. It was definitely calorie-dense and tasty. My daughter and I both liked the vibe... you can see all the bags of imported coffee beans and the light fixtures are cool. The two baristas were definitely busy but they were also positive and helpful. Coffee was ready fairly promptly and tasted better than the no-milk version offered at the hotel. It was a little strong for my liking but (as I stated before) a little plant milk made it bearable.

We ordered a hot latte that was okay, not bad, but the cold brew coffee was definitely not good. It…read morecame choked full of ice, as much as could possibly fit in the cup before adding the coffee, and it had an awful sour taste. I guess it doesn't matter that it had so much ice because my husband only finished half of it until we found another coffee shop a few blocks away that had much better cold brew. They don't allow dogs inside, but they do have a walk-up window to get your coffee, and they do have dog treats.

My girlfriend and I came to this Starbucks since it was one of the only ones open at that time, as…read moreit was New Year's Day. Yes, we got there 10 minutes before they closed, so I wasn't expecting the worker/s to have a happy attitude, but to my surprise, nobody was there. Everything online said that they closed at 7, even their hours of operation sign right on their counter, so no one being there was very unfortunate, and everything looked clean and like they were closed for a while. We waited there for 10 minutes to see if maybe they just didn't notice we were there, and finally, a woman came back right at 7 pm. She then said they were done for the night. Very upsetting to drive all the way there and then just be told they closed early, with no sign up or anything. Do better.

I stopped by to get coffee today was charged the full price for a refill the person had no…read morepersonality that waited on me the coffee tasted old and was not even freshly-made I was overcharged for the coffee the guy just ignored me didn't even say thank you and actually expected a tip after that looked at me when I did not give him a tip I don't know if this is part of Albertson's but this place sucked it was like the worst so well I don't know somebody Starbucks a bad and treat people like crap this one especially maybe because I'm older I'm not sure why but I threw the coffee away it was just a waste of money and corporation doesn't care that I carry get treated the tables with dirty kids were cussing and sitting down by the table it took forever just to get even a cup of coffee from a person who did not even make fresh coffee another example of how bad Starbucks is

Charlie is a wonder friendly face in the morning with a positive attitude that's infectious. I…read morecame here and got a bacon, cheddar, scallion scone warmed/w cream cheese with a browned butter coffee. This was a yummy good treat and such a positive experience I think with all the smiling and chatting we did I burned off calories I would have potentially consumed from the scone (LOL) there is a picnic table if you decide you want to have you goodies there. I chose mine to go. Way to go Charlie!!

Very pleased to have discovered Brown's bakery-by-the-road. Great breakfast sandwhich and homemade…read morecinnamon roll. Say high to the friendly pooch while you wait for your order.

The food was incredible!!!!! The presentation amazing! However the gal Molisa that worked behind…read morethe counter.. yes she is the first person to take orders setting the stage, was incredibly rude and miserable. Sad- really. A smile and a welcome in would be so nice - especially in the service industry???? We were sad about the dog laws on the patio... but every state has there regulations. Thanks for the scrumptious breakfast! Hats off to our server and the cooks!

This place is closed. The owner has filed for bankruptcy and it may return, but who knows. The last…read moretime we were there, our lunch was fair.

Everything was wonderful…read more We sat on the deck, watching people float by on their paddle boards and watching the osprey catching fish out of the river Food was delicious. Absolutely no complaints. They've completely done the front of the hotel place looks amazing

We try to stop here whenever we are in Missoula. Amazing salmon. Always good service.read more

Grist is one of my favorite bakeries in the United States, it's honestly better than anything we…read morehave in DC. I've been going here since they were baking out of Black Coffee and I couldn't be more thrilled that they have their own place. The bread is absolutely top notch. Not many places do the European-style rye breads in the USA and Grist is knocking them out of the park. If you like that kind of thing, the pumpernickel is fantastic. The Miller's Grain is a fantastic sourdough loaf, as are all of the specialty varieties. I love that all of the grains are from Montana. You can taste how fresh the flour is, and I'm sure it's also more nutrient dense. I also appreciate the seasonality of their pastries. In the spring you'll find asparagus pastries, and pear in the fall. It is always a fun surprise to see what is new. I haven't had one of their sandwiches, but they look 10/10. I couldn't recommend Grist more highly!

Really amazing bread. And coffee in the same line. We got a loaf of bread, some meussli and some…read morebially. Great flavor, friendly staff. Come early to beat the lines!

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.