The Thomas Meagher Bar Opens in Missoula

Montana Beer Finder was extended an invitation to attend last night’s VIP pre-party for the opening of Missoula’s newest spot to buy a pint of beer, The Thomas Meagher Bar, housed in the former Sean Kelly’s space at 130 W. Pine. With free food and drinks flowing, we got a “taste” of what’s in store for Missoula’s Irish Pub scene, and it’s pretty darn authentic. 

Behind this project is Sean Graves, owner of Montana Brewing Company in Billings, Montana. Graves is familiar with Missoula, however, as he studied at the University of Montana-Missoula. He will spend some time traveling to/from Billings/Missoula as the bar takes shape. But while he’s away, the bar will be in very good hands. 

After Sean Kelly’s split into The Stone of Accord, both being owned by Tom Hilley, it was only a matter of time before Sean Kelly’s pulled the plug. The original chef of Sean Kelly’s had already moved over the the Accord, leaving the sous chef in charge of Sean Kelly’s (and adding curries). That chef, and m