the mo and the ox - View this location on map 'missoula, home of the university of montana, has its share of pubs, most of which are gritty outposts with bars worn smooth under the elbows of loggers, cowboys, hippies and frat boys in ball caps - all sitting side by side. the true pulse of missoula beats in back-alley bars where dcor and ambience come a distant second to a featherweight tab. don't expect fashion; do expect character, or characters, as the case may be. the missoula club, or the mo club for short (406-728-3740), has a strong following in the late evening when a greasy burger hits the spot. for a glimpse of missoula's wild west roots, head to the oxford (337 north higgins avenue, 406-549-0117), or the ox, where no fewer than 24 rifles hang over the bar and chips and cards move around a poker table in the corner.'' New York Times 139 west main street, Missoula, MT Nightlife, Restaurant, Lcoal spot, Budget

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