Lion&#x27;s Lair

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.

In classic speakeasy fashion, this dark "craft beverage" bar (not JUST whiskey bar...according to…read morethe tender on duty) is tucked neatly behind a bookshelf within a storefront that lacks outer signage. You could easily (and maybe have...) walk past it and not even know. I found my way in and was faced with a dark room and a wonderfully lit display of liquors. They infuse many of their own and offer flights of infused whiskeys. The drink menu has options that feature many different spirits. I chose a gin and citrus drink that was a wonderful blend of bitter and refreshing. I made myself sip it slowly, but it was tasty enough that I could have thrown it back. The bar tender was friendly and attentive, as well as knowledgeable. The room seemed to be recovering from the recent Hoopfest...there were coolers and some things in the back of the space. There were also a LOT of bottles on the counter behind the bar. I don't know if it is always like this, but I thoroughly enjoyed the experience and would definitely go back for the drink and to show it off to friends.

"Tequila Mockingbird" is a nice touch above the bar.

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There is a mortgage payment in a bottle of whiskey in this photo.

Volstead Act

4.4(152 reviews)

0.4 mi

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.

Christmasaurus

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Christmas menu.

Neon Moon

3.3(3 reviews)

3.9 mi

They over pour and dont care if you are drunk when you leave.its all about the money for them,not…read morepeople's lives.

We are a bar run by all women!!! We love throwing parties and decorating!!! Come say hiread more

Sock hop

St. Paddy's day Jell-O shots

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Itty Bitty Buddha

4.6(8 reviews)

2.5 mi

Great cocktails, great food and outstanding service. Please put on your bucket list of fun places…read moreto go. This is a fantastic tiki themed bar with attached noodle restaurant. Perfect for couples and small groups. Try the garlic sesame noodles with pork! Sorry I didn't take pictures because I was busy drinking and eating and having a great time!

What a perfect little hidden gem. Itty Bitty Buddha is tucked inside of Little Noodle, you can…read moreeither go behind it or through it and you'll discover a cozy, moody, intimate cocktail bar. I absolutely loved the time I spent here. The bar tender was phenomenal, incredibly friendly, knew her stuff, and was social enough without being over bearing. I loved watching her make the cocktails for the restaurant, they're intricate and delicious. My drink was light and bright and perfectly balanced. There's a wide range of beer, sake, and cocktails to satisfy the widest of pallets. Itty bitty buddah is a most stop in the garland district.

The walls with some fun murals.

The tiny bar with local celebrities...ok maybe not celebrities but if you love local spirits... then you know them.

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Purgatory Craft Beer And Whiskey Bar

4.2(133 reviews)

0.3 mi

Bourbon selection was amazing. Good beers too and food was wonderful. It does get crowdedread more

Agave- Stopped in here to share a small bite . Fun atmosphere, attentive and friendly service,…read moredelicious Birria tacos. Pros: - fun, beautiful atmosphere, would be a fun for a large group or evening drinks - all the drinks looked good but I asked for something off the menu- a skinny spicy margarita. I appreciated the offer to make whatever I wanted and it had a kick! Loved it! - Birria tacos were delicious and perfect to share - friendly , attentive and welcoming service! - easy parking , right next door in the pay lot Cons: - cocktails have a lot of ice, more than needed imo. I'll definitely be back!

Wall of whiskey

Smoked ribs

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You know you are at a whiskey place !!

Berserk

4.1(19 reviews)

0.3 mi

Cool bar. Pool table. Fun music. Probably a really fun bar at night. Pick up. Good drinksread more

Over priced drinks. Good pinball games. Jealous boyfriends of bartenders. Some good bartenders but…read morenot Britney. High end liquor substituted with low end. Set you up and confront you when you leave. Worse experience ever. Contacting legal advice.

See, it's cool but it will suck if a bunch of you losers show up.

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Baby Bar

4.3(88 reviews)

0.5 mi

Who doesn't love a good dive bar?…read more After dinner with some coworkers we wandered over to Baby Bar. It is a total hole in the wall, but that is part of its charm. There is as ample seating on a weekday night. The bartender was friendly and prompt. Drinks were cheap and good! What more can you ask for.

Drinks are always so fresh and bartender is always so friendly... I love this place I wish I could…read morelive there

Oh yeah!

Cool bathroom

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Fuck Trump (and everyone who voted for him)

The Tiny Tiki

4.4(29 reviews)

0.3 mi

Tiny Tiki is still alive and well! I was a little confused at first as there haven't been recent…read morereviews or social media updates, so I wasn't sure if it had permanently closed. But it's open, recently moved, and absolutely worth visiting. It's a tiki-themed bar serving my kind of drinks -- boozy and tropical. I only tried two this time, but I'll definitely be back to sample more. On a Friday night, there was live music, good vibes, and bartenders who genuinely looked like they were having fun. And the mayor was there???

This place was such a cool little whole in the wall, new to Spokane and exploring the bar scene and…read morecame across the Tiny Tiki. The bartender is fantastic, the atmosphere is great and all around a spectacular place. Even has some snacks if you need!

Painkiller

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Zombie & Peanut Colada

The Flying Goat

4.3(1k reviews)

3.1 mi

This place was absolutely perfect! Stopped for lunch with family and our dog. They were so…read moreaccommodating! We sat outside and they even brought us a dog bowl of cold water! We had 2 fabulous pizzas! A beer and a cider! Fabulous service! Kind, helpful and very fast!!!! Thank you so much! We will be back!

The flying Goat is located in a neighborhood and is cozy and inviting. Sat at the bar and asked the…read morebartender for drink and food recommendations and he did not disappoint. They have a vast selection of local brews both on tap and in cans. The menu is centered around their star attraction the pizza. Although they offer sandwiches and salads. Started with the Roskelly Dumplings, the Italian sausage inside provided an excellent bite. Then ordered the Lacrosse pizza and it was perfect. The crust was Neapolitan style which is my favorite. Will for sure go back.

Burrata appetizer

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Garden Party

4.3(39 reviews)

0.7 mi

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!

Mocktails!

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Shannon C.

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4 years ago

owner is really rude. My friend used to work there and she kept her in the kitchen because I heard she's racist

Trent G.

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14 years ago

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