We were in Spokane for business and stopped in at the recommendations of several locals…read more You know that movie scene where a stranger walks into a bar and a record scratches and the music stops and all the regulars turn and stare. That's this place.

Ambiance and service reign supreme at this festive bar. For Christmas Cheer this is THE PLACE to…read morebring friends and family. Decorated like Santa's personal bar this place is hopping and they have popcorn popping. (I hear you can bring in food from Cochinitos' next door). The drinks are creative and artfully mixed and served with efficiency and a smile. If there is a waiting line outside, don't let that deter you, it's worth the wait.

I will be coming back SPECIFICALLY for the hummus! They rotate flavors and they were all so…read moreincredibly delicious. The cocktails were amazing, the bartenders are super knowledgeable and can substitute or make something up--with or without alcohol. The vibes are immaculate

Such a lovely, casual place to meet up with friends! Two of my favorite people were coming through…read moretown on a long road trip back to the westside of the state, and I was looking for somewhere somewhat quiet and close to their hotel that we could catch up. Being full of plants and dog friendly added to the appeal for our crew. The service and cocktails were top notch, though I was a little sad that most of the food options I was interested in were not available. The charcuterie and hummus plates were nice, and ample servings for our whole table. Our small group had a great experience, and I truly hope more people will recognize what a gem this place is!

Cease & Desist Book Club is easily one of the coolest spots in downtown Spokane. Hidden behind a…read morebookshelf, this speakeasy absolutely nails the vibe--exposed brick, dark wood, warm lighting, a killer bar, and great cocktails. Moody, mysterious, and full of character. Finding the secret entrance is half the fun. Definitely a must-stop in Spokane!

Big bourbon establishment. I call it an establishment instead of a restaurant or bar since it's an…read moreexperience. An inverted escape room where it's a a bit challenging to get in (given that the bar is mostly hidden behind a bookcase), but once you're in, you want to stay. The gentleman at the bar was friendly and very knowledgeable about the many spirits they offer. It's a great date night spot, or to just hang out and enjoy the ambiance.

Walked past this place a number of times but never stopped! This time we stopped and were not…read moredisappointed! Bartender was alone and working his ass off but managed to help everyone and everyone was happy! The vibe is chill and inviting. Kudos to the bartender! We will be back!

Best in show award! I was thoroughly impressed. The staff was both engaging, fun and knowledgeable…read more Excellent service while having an excellent time... Thank you

Cozy bar with a fun bartender. Martinis and mojito. The food we had was all good; truffle fries,…read morecalamari , and lots of fish tacos. We're going to recommend this place to all our friends!

I've given Bistango multiple chances over the years because I enjoy the atmosphere and want to…read moresupport local Spokane businesses, but unfortunately the customer service has been consistently disappointing. Most recently, on a Friday evening around 7 PM, my party was seated near the end of the bar by the restroom area. A server approached me in a confrontational manner and told me to move my chair because it was blocking the walkway. I immediately complied and moved it where he directed. Despite that, he repeatedly pushed and squeezed past the chair in an aggressive way several times afterward and then returned to confront me about it again. The interaction felt hostile, unnecessary, and unprofessional. Unfortunately, this wasn't an isolated incident. On a previous visit, a female server was rude and controlling toward our table, and on another occasion when we were unhappy with a menu item, the response was essentially, "You ordered it, you pay for it," with no attempt to address the concern professionally. The atmosphere is great, which is why we've continued to come back. However, after several visits involving rude and confrontational interactions with staff, it feels more like an ongoing culture issue than a one-time bad experience. I don't expect special treatment, but I do expect basic courtesy and respect. Hopefully management takes these concerns seriously and works to improve the customer experience.

This place is crazy ... it's INSANELY tiny but the drinks are out of this world. If you're looking…read morefor a truly unique experience ... this is the place to go.

I've never been to a cocktail bar like this, and I can't wait to try it again. It's a unique space…read moreand quietly intimate. I liked how even though the place was small, the mixologist wasn't in our face and he paid attention to what he was doing, taking care with our orders. They have a nicely stocked bar with more options across the board than I would expect. But the reason this gem shines is because of their creative and delicious drink menu. I highly recommend trying it, especially if you enjoy trying drinks you can't get anywhere else that are made with quality ingredients and perfectly mixed flavors. Even if you aren't an adventurous drinker, I think you'll find something that will appeal (although I'm sure they can make a delicious version of your favorite drink). I write this because I'm super basic about the cocktails I like and rarely venture out of my comfort zone, until something sounds good. I don't like brandy, never heard of peacorn (peach and corn) syrup, but the Peacorn Sour called to me, and it was soooo worth it. I also tasted S's cocktail, though I've forgotten the name, and it had bourbon, which I don't like on its own at all, and I thought it was good. Not drink an entire one on my own good, but if I liked bourbon, this would be fantastic! good. (S confirmed the quality.) We'll be going back, and I'll look forward to whatever new delights they have to offer.

This is such a charming pub with surprisingly great food!…read more I had one of the spritz cocktails and the crusted haddock ($27) - the portions are humongous. The service staff are really nice :) There's a good amount of cozy booths inside as well as a bar to sit at.

Awesome place! Located in the basement with a cool open bar and many decorations. Service was great…read moreand food was absolutely delicious- I will be back! - Deviled eggs were flavorful with a nice crunch from the parm crusty and savory component with the I believe kale on the bottom of the dish - Steak on the surf and turf was cooked perfectly, mashed potatoes were smooth and creamy, and the shrimp were very flavorful - gnocchi was rich and creamy with a good saltiness from the bacon and strong fresh component from the tomato's - seasonal salad was very summery with pears and feta, and the maple vinaigrette on top was delicious

This restaurant is phenomenal. I took my granddaughters there and we all agree. This is the best…read morefood we've had in our two week tour of America. The crème brûlée was outstanding. We have a French girl with us and she raved about it. The flank steak from snake river farms was done to perfection. And presented in such a delightful way. We loved our server and the maître D. And imagine delicious popovers. I haven't had those in years. Thank you so much. Oh, and the ambience is so very European. I would like to say French.

This place exceeded all of my expectations. As a traveling sales person, I came here years ago and…read morewhen I had a chance to go back to Spokane, I was hoping it was just as good as I remembered. It absolutely was. Their menu is very interesting, it definitely tells a new American story with a lot of influence, but holds traditional to a new American style. The service is incredible. Everyone seems so happy and alive. Every single thing that we got was perfect. The port flight was quite a steal at $20. We were excited to try some different items, but were even more thrilled when it came out with some amazing chocolate. The bread puffs that come before the meal are to die for, and we got a taquito appetizer that was super filling, fresh, vibrant, and a little unique too. I wish we didn't live all the way across the country! This is a must stop in Spokane for a lovely and memorable meal.

I recently moved to Spokane and to be honest this bar is leagues above some of the other popular…read moreones. Clear ice cubes, chilled glasses, interesting and creative drinks from light and boozy. Everything was well balanced. The food also was better than some other spots that people recommended. Idk maybe I got lucky on a good night or something but I'll be coming back for sure!

4.5 stars This is…read moresuper cool basement bar in Spokane that also serves bomb food. I got the cider on tap, the ramen, and the PB & J burger special. I was surprised at how amazing the ramen was at a whiskey bar. The burger was also decadent and flavorful. My only nit is there only seems to be one person working and when it gets busy it's hard to get that person's attention. I get it though. The interior is cozy but a touch of sophisticated.

Sampled a couple of beers and some food. The banh mi pizza was by far one of the best pizzas I have…read moreever had. Worth a stop there just to have that pizza. The service was friendly and there was plenty of seating available. They offer lots of different community activities like run clubs, book clubs, and trivia night too

Ordered for lunch on a Friday at the bar, pepperoni pizza came out burnt on the bottom, super…read moregreasy with too much cheese and pepperoni. Barely edible, we didn't want to wait to ask for it to be remade. You would think a pizza place could do better. The beet salad and beers were solid though.