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Your curated guidebook for the best Spokane has to offer.
Perfect for beer enthusiasts and families alike. Located right on the Spokane river, No-Li Brewhouse is a locally owned and operated craft beer brewing company. Consistently being recognized on the world stage for their art of brewing. Make sure to check out their new Bier Hall where you can play some corn-hole or watch the big game! Their ‘Cascade Fog’ Hazy IPA is world-class.
Our ‘go-to’ sushi / Asian fusion spot in Spokane. Located in the Whether you're looking for a simple hangout with friends, or an upscale date-night dining experience, they have options for everyone. Their lounge downstairs specializes in assorted sakes and Japanese whiskeys as well as batch cocktails and craft cocktails featuring Asian-inspired flavor profiles. Make sure to try the “John Taco!”
By far, Chaps is a local favorite when it comes to breakfast and brunch. The cafe and bakery sit on the edge of town just off Highway 195. Chaps is known for its Americana comfort food and exceptional dining experience. The renovated farmhouse from 1912 provides vintage chic vibes with various antique finds throughout the restaurant.
With it’s countless industry awards and now 10 years of ‘Best Of’ wins to its credit, it goes without saying if you’re looking for the best fine-dining / steakhouse in the area, you’ll have to make a reservation at Churchills. Not in the mood for steak? Perhaps their Veal Shank, Lamb Chops, Sea Bass, or Lobster Tail will tempt you.
Best Cafe by Area:
South Hill: Rockwood Bakery
Downtown: Indaba Coffee
Perry District: The Shop
A local favorite with baked goods, cafe fare & espresso drinks offered in warm roomy surrounds with a small patio.
All the cool kids go to Indaba. Modern and minimal vibes. A great place to get some work done from your laptop, or catch up with a friend.
All the cool kids go to Indaba. Modern and minimal vibes. A great place to get some work done from your laptop, or catch up with a friend.
Explore
Hike, bike, walk, and explore almost everything from Gonzaga’s campus, downtown, and Kendall Yards. If you’re up for a little hike, drive over to the Bowl and Pitcher area of Riverside state park.
Voted #1 Ski Area by readers of The Inlander for over 10 years in a row, Mt. Spokane provides epic skiing and snowboarding for all ages and abilities. With 52 runs, an epic terrain park, and a friendly community, this unique place offers something for everyone. Available to explore all four seasons. Make sure to checkout the Vista House!
Spokane's Manito Park is one of the most iconic places in Spokane. This beautiful park is just minutes from downtown and a must-see for visitors and locals alike. With spacious manicured lawns, playgrounds, walking and biking paths, abounding flowers in, topiary shrubs, ponds, a greenhouse conservatory, a cafe, scenic drives, and picturesque gardens, it is an oasis for the 150,000 people who visit the park each year.
Take your pick from golfing, hiking, paddling, climbing, biking, zip-lining, or however else you like to play. In the city, don’t miss the Downtown Art Walk, the Wine Extravaganza, the weekly Downtown Farmer’s Market, and ‘Live After 5’ music.
Drink
Their juices are cold pressed in glass bottles to insure you’re getting all of the vitamins, minerals, and enzymes your body needs. They also have blended superfood smoothies and acai bowls.
One of our favorite downtown bars. Zola is locally owned, and features unique decor, original artwork, tasty cocktails, and nightly live music!
Barrister Winery is located in a gorgeous historic brick and timber building in downtown Spokane with perhaps the most beautiful private urban garden space in the city. Barrister is known for its wines and for offering wonderful special events and art showings in its Gallery on a rotating basis.
It’s no surprise No-Li Brewhouse found itself on our list of favorite spots in Spokane…again! Definitely a go-to spot for beer, drinks, watching a sports game, or dinner with the family.