We’ve seen a lot of exciting new restaurant openings in Missoula in recent years — but when the beloved Buttercup Market and Café closed in early 2019, the locals were devastated. However, that paved the way for Nonna’s Neighborhood Eatery to take over the space, and we couldn’t be happier. The next time you’re in the city, stop in and try something delicious.
Nonna’s opened in the summer of 2019 in Missoula’s University District, after the owner of Buttercup Market and Café decided she was ready to close up shop and sell the business.
Nonna’s / Google The space was purchased by Tadra Stekly, who got to work right away.
Believe it or not, Stekly had only 10 days to decided if she wanted to embark on this life-changing venture.
Nonna’s Neighborhood Eatery / Facebook Stekly was living in Spokane, Washington at the time, managing a small bar and eatery there. The owner of Buttercup called her and said she’d give her a deal, but she had to act fast. Stekly said yes, moved to Missoula, and never looked back.
Stekly wasted no time in transforming the space into Nonna’s Neighborhood Eatery.
Nonna’s Neighborhood Eatery / Facebook The name was created in the spirit of a grandmother’s kitchen, meant to be open to anyone and full of tasty, nourishing, delicious food.
The cafe sells sandwiches, soups, salads, breakfast pastries, and so much more.
Nonna’s Neighborhood Eatery / Facebook While the spirit of Buttercup still remains, Stekly has definitely put her own spin on things.
The rotating quiches are exceptional and make a perfect morning meal.
Nonna’s Neighborhood Eatery / Facebook And if you come a little later in the day, you can feast on house-made beef brisket.
Planning a little get-together? You can order a party platter of the cafe’s fancy toasts.
Nonna’s Neighborhood Eatery / Facebook And yes, they taste as good as they look.
Nonna’s Neighborhood Eatery has quickly earned a spot in the hearts of all Missoula residents who have tried it.
Google The cafe is open Wednesday through Sunday. Wednesday - Friday hours are 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., and it’s open from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.
The next time you’re in Missoula, enjoy a coffee and some quiche at Nonna’s and give Tadra Stekly a warm Montana welcome when you see her.
Nonna’s / Google
The space was purchased by Tadra Stekly, who got to work right away.
Nonna’s Neighborhood Eatery / Facebook
Stekly was living in Spokane, Washington at the time, managing a small bar and eatery there. The owner of Buttercup called her and said she’d give her a deal, but she had to act fast. Stekly said yes, moved to Missoula, and never looked back.
The name was created in the spirit of a grandmother’s kitchen, meant to be open to anyone and full of tasty, nourishing, delicious food.
While the spirit of Buttercup still remains, Stekly has definitely put her own spin on things.
And if you come a little later in the day, you can feast on house-made beef brisket.
And yes, they taste as good as they look.
The cafe is open Wednesday through Sunday. Wednesday - Friday hours are 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., and it’s open from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.
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Address: 1221 Helen Ave, Missoula, MT 59801, USA
