
Pancakes, sandwiches & other breakfast & lunch staples in a petite, bustling space.
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Address: 109 S Main St, Livingston, MT 59047
Phone: (406) 333-2150
Website: http://www.pinkyscafemt.com/
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I appreciate the consistent hours and experience. It’s always the same and it’s always delicious.
Pinky’s and Jam! are my two favorite breakfast spots in the area and as of late I have given the edge to Pinky’s.
If you’re a local in the area, live in Bozeman, or are just passing through, this little spot on Main is worth the detour.
We started our day with the Classic Benedict, served alongside perfectly cooked potatoes. The coffee was smooth and robust, a pleasant surprise that paired beautifully with the meal.
The decor is charming and thoughtfully styled, adding to the relaxed, inviting atmosphere. Service was friendly and fast, making the whole experience feel effortless and enjoyable.
Whether you’re passing through Livingston or looking for a local favorite, Pinky’s Café is a great place to kick off your day.
we went there after, ironically, seeing the No Reservations episode the day before while we happened to be in town. Anthony Bourdain raved about their patsy’s, and even implied that you could get shots of whiskey at the bar in the A.M. wasn’t expecting wonders (stewed beef in a pastry crust? cool! but not exactly haute cuisine.) just looking forward to a great greasy spoon.
after a few confusing moments looking over the menu we asked the waitress if pasty’s were still being served. she responded “Bourdain’s been dead for 14 years, and so has the pasty.” which, fine. technically true. but that seems like a pretty callous way to refer to someone who suffered from unbelievable depression and ended up hanging himself. I’m sorry if the question is annoying, but maybe a slight more tact, ya know? in their defense, if I had googled the menu beforehand I would’ve known better. my bad.
anyway, I ordered the eggs benedict. while I was waiting a waiter offered to refill my (rather bitter) coffee. I also asked for a glass of orange juice, as it was breakfast and that’s kind of a thing. what I didn’t realize was that a single, small glass was EIGHT DOLLARS. this wasn’t off-season. it was the middle of summer, when you can buy a whole bag of oranges for like $2, not even wholesale. when I looked at the menu to verify what I was hoping was a mistake it emphasized that it was “fresh squeezed,” which is literally just a single crank on a juicer. I’d rather spend that money buying two dozen fresh oranges. although it was, it must be said, quite good. I just wish I hadn’t shared it.
the eggs benedict were… fine. the eggs were actually poached, which I respect. although there was a fair amount of clear, runny whites, I can live with that. the hollandaise sauce tasted like basically nothing, so I ended up adding a fair amount of salt. not terrible, but I’ve made better at home using packets. some of the plates next to us, however, looked great. maybe I just ordered the wrong thing. the potato side was quite nice.
outside of the aforementioned comment, the service was good. they were all attentive and very friendly, like only old pro’s can do. the atmosphere was also good – we were sat outside, but it was well shaded and with plenty of room.
I don’t know if I can recommend this place or not. if you’re just popping through town and need a place to grab a quick brunch next to your AirB&B, it’s a great option. it’s easier to get into than other cafes in town who have far more limited seating, and the food is unoffensive. service is fast, friendly, and effective. great location, especially if you sit outside during the right season. really feels like the heart of Livingston. it’s a vibrant, fun establishment, and a great piece of local history. if that’s worth $20/plate (note I tip 20-25%) is up to you. and considering the sheer low capacity of the other places in town, there are worse places to fall back to.
their coffee could seriously use some work, though. blech.