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.

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!

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.

I love most of the staff and foods delicious. They have an incredible brunch my boyfriend and I go…read moreto whenever we can make it work. Pitchers of mimosas make for a great end to the week. Lately it seems there hasn't been any champagne. Which has been rather annoying. Treated great by a few of the employees that make it comforting to come in. This place is a little gem of downtown and deserves 5 stars.

Ordered the ramen, dumplings, Kobe baos, and char siu ban mee…read more Meat was tough, dishes were bland, ramen using spaghetti is not a good idea... Would not suggest coming here for food. Service is also pretty slow. Place is nice though for hanging out for a drink.

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!

We went to Agave tonight for dinner and drinks before a show, and honestly, this place has a lot of…read morepotential. The atmosphere was really enjoyable -- the space has a great vibe, the drinks were well made, and overall it feels like somewhere that could become a favorite spot downtown. The food was decent as well, though not especially memorable. Unfortunately, the service completely overshadowed the positives. From the moment we walked in, we felt more like an inconvenience than welcomed guests. The host greeted us while remaining seated at the bar and simply told us to "sit anywhere," which immediately set an odd tone. When I asked for paper menus, I was told they only use QR codes. Normally that wouldn't be a huge issue, but the menu was around 15 pages long with tiny font, making it frustrating to navigate on a phone. Once our food arrived, we essentially never saw our server again. No check-ins, no refill offers, no asking if we wanted another round of drinks -- nothing. Meanwhile, staff members were gathered at the bar loudly talking among themselves and openly complaining about being there, which was uncomfortable to listen to as customers trying to enjoy a night out. Eventually, we had to walk up to the front bar ourselves just to pay our bill. That was the most disappointing part because the restaurant truly has the foundation to be excellent. The ambiance and drinks are already there, but hospitality matters just as much as the food. A little attentiveness and genuine customer service would have completely changed the experience. We absolutely would have ordered more drinks and likely stayed longer if anyone had checked on us. Hopefully management takes service more seriously, because this place could be great with the right staff culture and attention to guests.

Great atmosphere and lots of outdoor seating along with cozy interior tables. Extensive cocktail…read moreand craft beer menu along with plenty of non-alcoholic beverages. Ordered 2 apps, steak and fries and brussels. Both were very good. I highly recommend the steak and fries. The steak was so tender and flavorful and the fries had a three cheese sauce and balsamic glaze that was to die for. For the main I ordered the Western Burger. American wagyu beef with thick cut bacon, cheddar cheese, onion rings, bbq sauce and the sauce that made this a great burger was the habanero aioli. The kick was just right. Not too hot but you still felt it. Other items on the menu included ribeye steak, pork chops, chicken piccata and several salads that sounded delicious. Service was excellent. They stayed right on top of things and handled every request without anything forgotten. I highly recommend Craft & Gather if you're looking for an excellent, chill spot to catch an excellent meal.

Yes we love bringing our little dog to sit outside and the service is great, food great atmosphere…read moregreat!

This place is cool, the atmosphere is great, I love the food, great appetizers, the service was…read moregreat. Overall I'd give it 4stars and I certainly would recommend because I'm going to return again soon.

I've made the mistake of giving Remedy multiple chances, mainly because we live in the neighborhood…read moreand really want to like this place. When it first opened, the food and service were great. Unfortunately, our experiences lately have been consistently awful. Every time we walk in, the servers seem genuinely put out that we're there and want to order food or drinks. And don't even try sitting outside--it feels like you've created a major inconvenience simply because someone has to walk a little farther. After placing your first order, good luck seeing your server again for the next 30-40 minutes. What makes it even more frustrating is that this happens even when the restaurant is practically empty. Getting another drink, ordering additional food, or even getting your check turns into an exercise in patience. We've gone back several times hoping we just caught them on a bad night, but unfortunately this has become the norm rather than the exception. It's especially disappointing because Remedy started out as such a great neighborhood spot. At this point, it feels like customers are an inconvenience rather than the reason the restaurant is open.

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.

Food: 4.4 Service: 4.7…read more Let me start by apologizing for this late review because this restaurant is well deserving of it! Volleyball tournament at Eastern U but decided to stay in Spokane @The Louie (check out that review too) for the weekend AND IT'S RESTAURANT WEEK, YAY US!!! Note: this may not be a long review because I put off writing this review. In short food and service is spot on. GO AND TRY! Make sure you go during happy hour so you can try a bunch of food and if you're not full yet order dinner, LOL We walk in on a Friday night not knowing restaurant week was happening and decided to walk over early since we're meeting up with friends...so happy hour just started too! Now we got SPOILED because we're looking at three different menus: happy hour, restaurant week and their everyday menu. Each had something we wanted to try so let the ordering / food fest begin! Street corn ribs, Brussels chip = super light, pokè tostada, steelhead chowder (not pictured), halibut, sea bass...many cocktails since we walked and dessert. We had dinner with friends so there was much more food on the table than in the review. And if you get to the bottom of this review and don't try Steelhead Bar & Grille when in Spokane, it'll be your loss!

I still think about the Brussels sprouts. I haven't found any places that make it like this…read moreplace... I love it!!! The service was amazing and the place was very nice!!! Please open a place in San Diego