About Cranky Sam Public House
Cranky Sam Public House is a brewery and restaurant on West Main Street in downtown Missoula. Its website says the beer is brewed on site. It also says the brewery was named Medium Brewery of the Year at the Montana Beer Awards in 2025 and 2026.
The website describes an ever-changing lineup of 14 beers on draft, from tried and true favorites to seasonals. It names Hidden Lady IPA, El Vaquero Mexican Lager, Brennan's Wave and Bluebird Day IPA as flagship beers sold in select places around Montana. Cocktails and wine are on the menu too.
The kitchen serves classic pub fare and Pacific-inspired dishes, and there is a kids menu. Brunch runs on Saturdays and Sundays.
The website says events happen every week, including live music, bingo and trivia. Groups can book through the contact details on the site. Dogs are not allowed inside or on the patio.
From Cranky Sam Public House's own website and its Google listing, read October 8, 2026.
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- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
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Questions people ask
Does Cranky Sam brew its own beer?
Yes. Its website says the beer is brewed on site, with 14 beers on draft that change over time. Google also lists it as a brewery.
Can I get a meal at Cranky Sam?
Yes. The website has a food menu that runs from classic pub fare to Pacific-inspired dishes, plus a kids menu. Brunch is served on Saturdays and Sundays.
Can I bring my dog?
No. The website says Missoula County Health Department rules do not allow pets inside or on the patio.
Can I book a group or an event?
Yes. The website has an email for event bookings. It asks groups of 10 or more to call ahead.
Which breweries are close by?
Tamarack Brewing Co is 0.1 miles away. Iron Horse Brew Pub is 0.3 miles away, and both KettleHouse Brewing Co. locations, Southside and Northside, are 0.4 miles away.
Answers come from Cranky Sam Public House's website and its Google listing, read October 8, 2026.
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Before you visit Cranky Sam
Check the tap list and events page on crankysam.com before you go. The beer list changes, and live music, bingo and trivia happen through the week. Outside food and drink are not allowed, since the pub has its own kitchen.
Groups of 10 or more should call ahead. Google lists a wheelchair accessible entrance, parking lot and restroom.
Tamarack Brewing Co is 0.1 miles away and Iron Horse Brew Pub is 0.3 miles away. KettleHouse Brewing Co. Southside is 0.4 miles away, which makes a few stops easy to string together.