Polebridge Mercantile & Bakery — Restaurant in Montana

Nestled amidst the pristine wilderness of Montana, the Polebridge Mercantile and Bakery is a hidden gem that truly captures the essence of rustic charm. My recent visit to this delightful establishment left me in awe of its unique offerings and warm hospitality.

From the moment I stepped foot into the Mercantile, I was captivated by the inviting atmosphere. The interior exudes a cozy, old-world charm with wooden shelves adorned with local products and artisanal crafts. It's like stepping back in time to a simpler era.

Now, let's talk about the real star of the show—the bakery! The tantalizing aroma of freshly baked goods greeted me at the door. The bakery offers an array of delectable treats that cater to all taste buds. I couldn't resist indulging in their famous huckleberry bear claws and homemade cinnamon rolls. Each bite was pure bliss, and the use of locally sourced ingredients added an extra layer of authenticity.

The staff at Polebridge Mercantile and Bakery deserves a special mention. Their warm and friendly demeanor made me feel right at home. They were more than happy to answer my questions and provided excellent recommendations for my journey through Glacier National Park.

Beyond the bakery, the Mercantile also offers a well-curated selection of local products, including handmade crafts, preserves, and souvenirs. It's the perfect place to find unique mementos to remember the trip.

One of the most remarkable aspects of this place is its commitment to sustainability. Polebridge Mercantile and Bakery operates entirely off-grid, relying on solar power to maintain its operations. It's inspiring to see a business that cares deeply for the environment while preserving the spirit of the Montana wilderness.

While it's true that getting to Polebridge might require a bit of effort, the journey itself is a rewarding experience. The scenic drive through the North Fork region of Montana is an adventure in its own right. Once you arrive, the serenity of the location and the warm reception you receive make it...

when i was in montana my girlfriend and I got stranded 3 miles from polebridge due to a flat tire and had to hike 3 miles to the closest place which was polebridge and while walking a car stopped and told us they have connected to wifi in the past when they were there previously so with hope that we could get some kind of help we hiked there with no bear spray and when we got there since we had no money to buy anything the mercantile would not help us at all and all we needed was wifi to call for help and the closest thing to polebridge is colombia falls an hour away in car straight through bear country even though it’s extremely dangerous nobody cared at all to lend us a helping hand by simply letting us connect to wifi and call for help i would not recommend going to polebridge at all they only care about your money and not you as a person my girlfriend and i are black and we believe that had some role to play in them not helping at all eventually we had to do the hike which took 3 and a half hours and only got to colombia falls by sundown all of that could have been avoided by just being decent people and lending help aside from good pastries the entire town has nothing to offer that you cant find all around montana i recommend going other places with people who care about other human beings polebridge is absolutely the worst town i visited while in montana and if something bad happens to your transportation while your near that town i would advise not wasting time going there expecting help because they wont do it and and there’s no cellphone reception out there for you to help yourself i would rate this place negative...

Ahh this is a hard review for me to write.

We went here twice. The first time it was absolutely amazing and we had to come back!

The second time was very disappointing.

The first trip the bear claws were fresh and perfect, lots of items to shop for, and was such a fun afternoon we ended up staying over 2 hours while the kids played. Even though it was Labor Day weekend when we went, it was not busy and barely any lines.

We went back the next week (when technically the high season is over) and it was so disappointing! The bear claws looked old, small, and they were barely stuffed. Not anything like the ones we had the week prior. I was shocked that it was so inconsistent! It was also super busy, which was surprising since it was after Labor Day and school started. We had brought our family up for the second trip because we talked it up so much, but they were not as impressed as we had been our first trip. I feel bad for anyone who experienced a bear claw that day because they honestly looked mushy and tasted like old bread with hardly any filling. I’m not sure why the consistency was different than the week prior (I’m assuming because it was not high season anymore?).

I might not be back to eat anything (does not live up to hype), but it’s a fun area to hang out, especially if you have young kids. They had a blast in the play area and volleyball field. There are swings and a teeter-totter too! Lots to do to relax and recharge before heading on an adventure!

Before the roads are very bumpy and hard on vehicle...