The best bars & nightlife in Missoula
15 bars & nightlife we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.
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The Rhino
NightlifeWhen your crew can’t agree on what to sip, The Rhino has over 50 beers on tap, 80+ bourbons and whiskeys, and a full NA menu, so nobody’s…
The Rhino
NightlifeMissoula Club
NightlifeCraving something uncomplicated and awesome this week? Missoula Club has been flipping its signature single, double, or triple since 1890,…
Missoula Club
NightlifeBar Plata
NightlifeInspired by Spain, this pintxos and cocktail bar serves small plates, and offers a laid-back atmosphere.
Bar Plata
NightlifeThe Oxford Cafe
NightlifeOpened in 1883, this standby offers classic American comfort fare, plus poker & keno.
The Oxford Cafe
NightlifeThe Dram Shop
NightlifeFamily-friendly bar offering 40+ tap options for beer, cider, wine, and kombucha, plus growler fills.
The Dram Shop
NightlifeMontgomery Distillery
NightlifeSeasonal house cocktails & small-batch spirits distilled in an industrial bar with retail space.
Montgomery Distillery
NightlifeThe Wilma
NightlifeHistoric space housing an ornate, 1,063-seat theater for live performances, plus a small cinema.
The Wilma
NightlifeDraught Works
NightlifeBrewery & hangout with a patio, craft brews & live music from local bands.
Draught Works
NightlifeIron Horse Brew Pub
NightlifeSpacious taproom with a covered deck, serving a wide menu of pub grub (with happy-hour deals).
Iron Horse Brew Pub
NightlifeDesperado Sports Tavern
NightlifeCasual, no-frills restaurant serving burgers, steaks and wings alongside TVs screening sports, plus beer and wine.
Desperado Sports Tavern
NightlifeWestern Cider
NightlifeChill, retro cidery with 12 taps and a riverside garden, also featuring a food truck.
Western Cider
NightlifeBlue Canyon Kitchen & Tavern
NightlifeCasual hotel bar and grill with American fare and a kids' menu, plus happy hour specials.
Blue Canyon Kitchen & Tavern
NightlifeThe Grotto
NightlifeEclectic cocktail bar with global-inspired small plates in a cozy setting.
The Grotto
NightlifeBoxcar Bistro
NightlifeRelaxed option for classic French dishes plus beer and wine pairings.
Boxcar Bistro
NightlifeTop Hat
NightlifePolished live music venue with a vintage vibe featuring upmarket pub fare & a large dance floor.
Top Hat
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