If you’re seeing this and wondering if this is the same Imagine Nation that used to be in central Missoula: no, not really.
Under the original management, Imagine Nation had an incredible staff, one of the best locations in town, and, in my opinion, the best and most exciting beer in the country. In just over a year, the new management lost the old staff and ditched the downtown, community-centric location for an obscure and awkward space out by the airport. And, sadly, if their most recent brew is any indication, the quality of the beer may be following in the same direction.
Imagine Nation was really something special, a one-of-a-kind place devoted to community and exceptional beer, and it should be remembered for what it was, not for whatever this new iteration is.
Rebekah
Seems like the new owners have ditched what made Imagine Nation unique. They left the central location, which had an excellent patio and homey feel for one more indicative of what they think of the Missoula community. How can you be a community space if you aren't even near the community? Selling beer is fun and all, but the majority of us wanted to buy beer with our communities. Profit over people huh? Sell it to your old bartenders who were the heart of the community that used to love you.
Michelle Tweed
Absolutely love this new location, so much better than the old with zero road noise. Outside area is so comfy and chill. Indoor is amazingly clean and so much room. Come down and see Frenchy and the owner Tim, you won’t be disappointed.
Will Windham
Imagination went from being my favorite brewery in Missoula to a brewery I'll likely never go to again. The reason: moving the tasting room to the middle of nowhere. The location of their old taproom was so good. It was homey and comfortable inside. It had personality, charm, and a community-centered mindset unlike any other brewery IN MONTANA. The broadway location also had one of the only south facing patios in the entire town and the views were fantastic.
The move to their middle-of-nowhere location (where Cymatic failed to attract patrons) is a slap in the face of the regulars who enjoyed the convenience of the broadway location. The space is awkward, there aren't views, and no one is going to ride a bike out to their new spot.
Go see for yourselves.
Maureen Bricker
The Merging Waters River Ale is one of my favorites! Also love the little library space inside- great place to get work done in the afternoon.
Cali Knows
Big fan of this brewery! Really kind and friendly staff. Tasty brew. Always music or some kind of fun going on
Tyrell Scott
An amazing space with great service and even better beer. I really enjoyed the vibe here and enjoyed my short conversation with the gentleman behind the bar. He was friendly and very knowledgeable. My friend and I ordered some drinks, grabbed a crib board and spent a good portion of our afternoon trying all of their offerings. The beer really is some of the best in the area...probably the best really. They have backyard patio if you feel inclined to sit outside and have a "library" for an even cozier feeling. I know I will be back to Missoula someday and this place will be at the top of my list.
Meredith Koons
Absolutely delicious beers! Loved it so much, we went back twice during our visit. Even better is their mission. Can’t wait to get there again.
Abigail Casteel
Melissa was our bartender, she was AMAZING. We felt so welcome, and really enjoyed socializing with the staff. We learned things about beer that we didn't know. As people from the deep south, we loved the inclusivity, the atmosphere, and the information provided about local nonprofits, as well as the state in general. Will definitely be recommending this place and coming back!
Jess Wojtasek
Amazing beer (especially their IPA’s), super nice bartenders and a really comfortable atmosphere with live music.
I came here to get cans before heading up to Glacier NP and then ended up coming back at the end of my trip just to hang out. Really chill.
Wide selection of we'll crafted beers and selzers, great views, knowledgeable staff. Wish I lived closer to enjoy more!
Lee Brown
Robert makes arguably the finest brews around, Fernanda is wonderful and inviting, the staff is attentive, they have a variety of music and activities/meetings going on. Their mission says it all, check it out.
Juniper Whiteberry
Always been a good brewery. - Great Falls
Jeremiah Rice
One of my favorites! A definite stop everytime I'm in town!
Josh Demers
Awesome brewery great vibes and always a good and diverse selection. Love music regularly and just a great community location. Also best tacos in town in the truck connected to the brewery. Never had a bad time at Imagination.
If you’re seeing this and wondering if this is the same Imagine Nation that used to be in central Missoula: no, not really.
Under the original management, Imagine Nation had an incredible staff, one of the best locations in town, and, in my opinion, the best and most exciting beer in the country. In just over a year, the new management lost the old staff and ditched the downtown, community-centric location for an obscure and awkward space out by the airport. And, sadly, if their most recent brew is any indication, the quality of the beer may be following in the same direction.
Imagine Nation was really something special, a one-of-a-kind place devoted to community and exceptional beer, and it should be remembered for what it was, not for whatever this new iteration is.
Seems like the new owners have ditched what made Imagine Nation unique. They left the central location, which had an excellent patio and homey feel for one more indicative of what they think of the Missoula community. How can you be a community space if you aren't even near the community? Selling beer is fun and all, but the majority of us wanted to buy beer with our communities. Profit over people huh? Sell it to your old bartenders who were the heart of the community that used to love you.
Absolutely love this new location, so much better than the old with zero road noise. Outside area is so comfy and chill. Indoor is amazingly clean and so much room. Come down and see Frenchy and the owner Tim, you won’t be disappointed.
Imagination went from being my favorite brewery in Missoula to a brewery I'll likely never go to again. The reason: moving the tasting room to the middle of nowhere.
The location of their old taproom was so good. It was homey and comfortable inside. It had personality, charm, and a community-centered mindset unlike any other brewery IN MONTANA. The broadway location also had one of the only south facing patios in the entire town and the views were fantastic.
The move to their middle-of-nowhere location (where Cymatic failed to attract patrons) is a slap in the face of the regulars who enjoyed the convenience of the broadway location. The space is awkward, there aren't views, and no one is going to ride a bike out to their new spot.
Go see for yourselves.
The Merging Waters River Ale is one of my favorites! Also love the little library space inside- great place to get work done in the afternoon.
Big fan of this brewery! Really kind and friendly staff. Tasty brew. Always music or some kind of fun going on
An amazing space with great service and even better beer. I really enjoyed the vibe here and enjoyed my short conversation with the gentleman behind the bar. He was friendly and very knowledgeable. My friend and I ordered some drinks, grabbed a crib board and spent a good portion of our afternoon trying all of their offerings. The beer really is some of the best in the area...probably the best really. They have backyard patio if you feel inclined to sit outside and have a "library" for an even cozier feeling. I know I will be back to Missoula someday and this place will be at the top of my list.
Absolutely delicious beers! Loved it so much, we went back twice during our visit. Even better is their mission. Can’t wait to get there again.
Melissa was our bartender, she was AMAZING. We felt so welcome, and really enjoyed socializing with the staff. We learned things about beer that we didn't know. As people from the deep south, we loved the inclusivity, the atmosphere, and the information provided about local nonprofits, as well as the state in general. Will definitely be recommending this place and coming back!
Amazing beer (especially their IPA’s), super nice bartenders and a really comfortable atmosphere with live music.
I came here to get cans before heading up to Glacier NP and then ended up coming back at the end of my trip just to hang out. Really chill.
Restaurantji Recommends
Wide selection of we'll crafted beers and selzers, great views, knowledgeable staff. Wish I lived closer to enjoy more!
Robert makes arguably the finest brews around, Fernanda is wonderful and inviting, the staff is attentive, they have a variety of music and activities/meetings going on. Their mission says it all, check it out.
Always been a good brewery. - Great Falls
One of my favorites! A definite stop everytime I'm in town!
Awesome brewery great vibes and always a good and diverse selection. Love music regularly and just a great community location. Also best tacos in town in the truck connected to the brewery. Never had a bad time at Imagination.
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