If you want an authentic feel to go with your coffee then this is an excellent place. Heavy front door leads to a true general mercantile store turned modern. No WiFi laptops at the counter make it a perfect place to bring a book. I didn’t get to sit in the cubby seating in the back but they looked awesome.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Keith Thompson
Fun, quirky place
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Patricia “HappyInEdmonton”
Take the time to have one of their fab drinks and a couple of cookies, before or after you look through the shop. So much fun stuff!!
We scouted the merch, noshed and then when rested and refreshed (iced Royal Chai and Huckleberry Italian Soda + cookies to share) we shopped for real ;)
Staff are really lovely and attentive despite it being very busy… do yourself a favour and stop in.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Erin Varner
What a cool place! Lots of fun tchotchkes to explore while friendly staff expertly brew your coffee. My new go to downtown for a break from work!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Daniel Eacker
I visited 'The Merc' in Helena and my first impression was that it was a cool little hipster coffee shop. It seemed very rustic and had a vibe that sort of reminded me of Butterfly Herbs in Missoula. I ordered a vanilla latte and it was very good and I thought the guy at the front counter was friendly and had excellent customer service skills. However, after I sat down and pulled out my computer the owner (I assume) came over with my drink and immediately informed me that they don't allow laptops and pointed to a small sign on the table that I hadn't yet seen. She asked me if I wanted a to-go cup right away, and I said I would just stay and finish my drink. I can appreciate that they want to maintain a particular atmosphere in the coffee shop, but I think they need better signing for their laptop policy to avoid these interactions that could potentially be awkward for the customer. I recommend going to The Hub if you want to work on your computer and drink coffee as it was laptop friendly. Either way, I think it's a neat little shop with excellent coffee and I appreciated the experience even though I was nearly ejected for breaking out my Mac (just kidding).
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Peter Borten
Super cute store/cafe, feels like you're in a hobbit hole or old mining store, lots of old lumber and little nooks. My wife used to come here like 25 years ago. Lots of interesting things for sale... Cards, stickers, games, candy, housewares, tea & coffee...
Britt M
Wonderful drink choices, we love the prego chai tea. Candy and games you haven’t been able to find in years!! Love the fact that there’s no WiFi and they encourage reading and conversing instead!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Andre Floyd
Super-cool store in downtown Helena. Fun to just browse but lots of clever gift items and novelties. Coffee bar with cozy seating throughout the store
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fred Taylor
Funky, groovy place. Lots to see in there. Good coffee.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Myah Solitano
Really happy place with lots of fun stuff to look at
If you want an authentic feel to go with your coffee then this is an excellent place. Heavy front door leads to a true general mercantile store turned modern. No WiFi laptops at the counter make it a perfect place to bring a book. I didn’t get to sit in the cubby seating in the back but they looked awesome.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fun, quirky place
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Take the time to have one of their fab drinks and a couple of cookies, before or after you look through the shop. So much fun stuff!!
We scouted the merch, noshed and then when rested and refreshed (iced Royal Chai and Huckleberry Italian Soda + cookies to share) we shopped for real ;)
Staff are really lovely and attentive despite it being very busy… do yourself a favour and stop in.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
What a cool place! Lots of fun tchotchkes to explore while friendly staff expertly brew your coffee. My new go to downtown for a break from work!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I visited 'The Merc' in Helena and my first impression was that it was a cool little hipster coffee shop. It seemed very rustic and had a vibe that sort of reminded me of Butterfly Herbs in Missoula. I ordered a vanilla latte and it was very good and I thought the guy at the front counter was friendly and had excellent customer service skills. However, after I sat down and pulled out my computer the owner (I assume) came over with my drink and immediately informed me that they don't allow laptops and pointed to a small sign on the table that I hadn't yet seen. She asked me if I wanted a to-go cup right away, and I said I would just stay and finish my drink. I can appreciate that they want to maintain a particular atmosphere in the coffee shop, but I think they need better signing for their laptop policy to avoid these interactions that could potentially be awkward for the customer. I recommend going to The Hub if you want to work on your computer and drink coffee as it was laptop friendly. Either way, I think it's a neat little shop with excellent coffee and I appreciated the experience even though I was nearly ejected for breaking out my Mac (just kidding).
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Super cute store/cafe, feels like you're in a hobbit hole or old mining store, lots of old lumber and little nooks. My wife used to come here like 25 years ago. Lots of interesting things for sale... Cards, stickers, games, candy, housewares, tea & coffee...
Wonderful drink choices, we love the prego chai tea. Candy and games you haven’t been able to find in years!! Love the fact that there’s no WiFi and they encourage reading and conversing instead!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Super-cool store in downtown Helena. Fun to just browse but lots of clever gift items and novelties. Coffee bar with cozy seating throughout the store
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Funky, groovy place. Lots to see in there. Good coffee.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Really happy place with lots of fun stuff to look at
Restaurantji Recommends
This place is my go too with friends, We always hang out in the booths. Highly recommend 👌
The vibe here is awesome. Perfect little place for gift shopping and a little sit down with a friend.
A charming fun little coffee place.
Great staff, atmosphere and coffee. Old charm.
Went here a few months ago for the first time. If I ever visit again I hope this spot will be here. It's so cute! 🤍
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