Oh No! What to Do If You Can’t Get an Easter Brunch Reservation in Missoula

Easter falls on the last Sunday in March this year, which means it might sneak up on you. Hopefully, this will serve as a reminder and you'll be able to get a brunch reservation, but if you're out of luck, here are a few ideas.

Take Your Chances with "Just Breakfast"

While some favorite Missoula breakfast restaurants have closed in the last year or two you could try the new Liquid Planet Grille on Brooks if you haven't been there yet. And if you still want brunch but some of the more traditional restaurants are booked, The Old Post and The Den offer brunch too. Then again, that might be everyone's idea.

Try Having an Easter Dinner

It might take a little research because many restaurants are closed on Sundays, but with everyone focusing on having breakfast, you might have some luck booking a reservation for dinner somewhere. Who knows, it might even be relatively quiet and relaxed.

Have an Easter Picnic

Who knows what the weather will be doing on Easter, but Missoulians are tough. You could have a picnic with the right amount of layers (and the right coat). Stop by your favorite local grocery store and pick up some portable but fancy foods. Then you can say you've eaten brunch "in the woods." 

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Sleep In

There's always something to be said for catching up on some much-needed rest and starting your day with lunch. Having "just lunch" on Easter might be even more successful than "just breakfast" or "just dinner."

Make Your Own Brunch

Even if it's Eggo Waffles from the toaster, a charcuterie tray you bought pre-assembled from Orange Street Food Farm or Pattee Creek Market, and a bloody mary recipe you found on Pinterest, you can have a delightful Easter Brunch right at home. But if you're really set on making it feel like you had brunch in Missoula, maybe splurge on some Daily's Bacon, bread from Grist Milling & Bakery, and carrot cake from Bernice's Bakery.