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Black Coffee Roasting Company

Food & DrinkUniversity District

East of downtown, the University District is where historic neighborhoods meet the University of Montana, creating one of Missoula’s most walkable and recognizable areas.

Why It's Listed

Black Coffee Roasting Company is one of Missoula's most established independent roasters, operating since 2010 with a clear point of view on organic sourcing, sustainability, and craft. They've built a real following both locally and nationally, earning strong reviews across platforms and a loyal subscriber base. The combination of a physical café presence and a functioning e-commerce operation makes them a standout in the local food and drink category.

Black Coffee Roasters Front

About the Business

Jim Chapman and Matt McQuilkin came from different trades — one sold wine, the other worked as a cheesemonger — but they shared what McQuilkin described as a pull toward Old World crafts. At a mutual friend's party in fall 2009, they identified something Missoula was short on — a serious local roaster — and decided to fill it. Black Coffee Roasting Company launched in summer 2010, starting in a garage and eventually moving into the 5,000-square-foot Quonset hut on East Spruce Street they'd been eyeing for years. Today the roastery-café operates daily until 1pm, ships fresh-roasted organic beans nationwide, and supplies wholesale accounts across Missoula.

Contact Details

Phone Number(406) 541-3700
Address

525 E Spruce St

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Hours

Mon–Sat 7am–1pm, Sun 8am–1pm

* Hours may vary. Contact business directly to confirm.

Quick Facts

  • Founded 2010
  • 100% organic certified
  • Loring roaster (high-efficiency)
  • Biodegradable/recycled packaging
  • Nationwide shipping
  • Wholesale available
  • Rewards membership program

Services Offered

Small-batch coffee roasting
café espresso drinks
pour-over coffee
matcha lattes
house-made syrups
avocado toast
baked pastries
whole bean retail
organic instant coffee
coffee subscriptions
gift cards
merchandise
wholesale

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Black Coffee Roasting Company different from other Missoula coffee shops?+

It's a working roastery with a café attached — you can see the green beans stacked in the back from your seat. Everything is 100% organic, roasted in small batches on-site, and also available for nationwide shipping and wholesale.

Can I order coffee online if I'm not in Missoula?+

Yes. The website sells whole bean and ground coffee, sample packs, and a subscription option for regular shipments. The organic instant line is popular with travelers and backpackers.

Does Black Coffee Roasting have Wi-Fi?+

No. Multiple reviewers flag this. The space works better for short visits or meetings than for a full work session.

What should I order on a first visit?+

Reviewers consistently point to the espresso drinks, with house-made syrups getting specific mention. The pastries from Grist Bakery and the avocado toast are frequently highlighted.

When did Black Coffee Roasting open?+

Summer 2010, founded by Jim Chapman and Matt McQuilkin. They moved to the current Quonset hut on East Spruce around 2015.

Do they offer wholesale?+

Yes. Contact them directly through the website for details.

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