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.

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.

Quaint little loves in the Garland Theatre where so many of us grew up. It is so cool to see this…read moreplace come to life. Especially since I was born and raised in this town and when things grow, we notice. Cocktails at bon bon was nostalgic and I had never been here before. Having popcorn with our little girls night group was so cute. We didn't see a movie but what a cool spot to just hangout anyways! We all ordered different drinks that were definitely craft cocktails and I love that for us. I ordered the queen bee and some shots because this small bar gave me all the Friday Night Vibes. There were four of us and we all enjoyed ourselves after sushi at Midori across the street.

I love Bon Bon! Little hole in the wall bar. It is connected to the garland theater, so it is a…read moregreat option if you are seeing a movie but want to grab dinner or a drink. They also have Trivia and bingo nights too. Very reasonable prices. For food, I have the black bean sliders are to die for! Even if you don't think you will like a black bean patty, this will change your mind. The bacon Mac n cheese is also a must have. They also have some of the best nachos in Spokane! Order some cheese on the side for an extra treat! The Scooby snacks are mini corn dogs....and are delicious. The pretzel bites are perfection as well. With such a small menu, I have been able to try the majority of items!

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.

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.

If you haven't met Gabriel, you must request her as your server! She will be a great friend by the…read moreend of the evening! She knows the dishes and has great whiskey knowledge! Wouldn't you know it? I wrote a review over four years ago about their five star barbecue shrimp. It's the same still. It will make your tongue dance and cry. The shrimp and grits are amazing. Their cornbread is to die for! Get the gumbo. Get the jambalaya. Get everything on their menu even if you can't finish it you should at least take one bite of every item on their menu!!!

The restaurant was very beautiful and had beautiful New Orleans art. They were plants and the tons…read moreof natural light. The service was great and our waitress was attentive. But that was all that was great. It seems that everything is cooked on the highest temperature. We got hushpuppies and whipped honey cornbread for appetizers. The hushpuppies were dense and while they lack flavor - I did enjoy the sauce that came on the side. It was spicy and had a nice flavor. Although it was obvious they do fry the hush puppies and fish in the same oil. The honey corn bread was burned and tasted of burnt oil. It was oily and had a strange taste and was overwhelmingly sweet. (You'll find that burnt is a common theme.) My Cajun burger was good but the buns were burned. The meat was juicy and had a nice flavour. The fries were seasoned well and were crispy while being soft on the inside. The pork ribs were decent. The sauce was nice. They weren't fall of the bone tender, but still tender enough. The coleslaw on the side was very sour and spicy. It was more like spicy sauerkraut rather than coleslaw. The seafood boil was underwhelming small especially for the price. The shrimp were overcooked. The clams were very small. The muscles still had beards. The potatoes and corn were cooked nicely. It needed more salt and sauce. The sweet teas came unsweetened and while it did came with sugar on the side - the grains were too big to actually stir in. And I would like the mentioned that my cup of water had black specks floating around in it. All in all - I wouldn't return.

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.

Obnoxiously loud music, cold overpriced hotdogs. Overall bad experience. Would not recommend.read more

Husbando and I got the Chicago and the bird dog. Sweet hole…read morein the wall spot, open late enough so we could swing by. Real nice lady behind the bar, I was looking at the 14$ beer, shot and a dog but had to save it for next time.., we'll be back!

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!

Another standout spot for vegans with tons of options to choose from. I ordered the tofu katsu…read moresandwich, and honestly if you told someone it was a chicken sandwich, they'd believe you. The texture and look are spot-on; they absolutely nailed the recipe. The portion sizes are wild. Even the side salad filled the entire plate once I dumped it out of the bowl No sweet potato fries, unfortunately, but the salad was so good I wouldn't even bother ordering a different side. I noticed several tables getting the chicken Cobb salad, and that thing is massive. This place reminds me of Cascadia and Rut, and it's great to see more vegan-friendly spots popping up in Spokane instead of the usual flood of chicken joints. Only downside is parking but hey, it's on Monroe Street, so that's kind of expected.

This was a rough visit…read more They had two large parties reserve a very large table inside and the entire patio outside on a very beautiful Friday evening. Which was a bummer, but not a big deal. We ended up sitting at the bar when the service was super slow. Luckily we weren't in a hurry. I ordered a margarita and my friend a blackberry Collin's. Bartender accidentally swapped our drinks. We got it figured out after we both tasted them and thought something was off. We started with the beet hummus. That was probably the best thing we ordered, but even that wasn't great. The hummus was lacking flavor. I ordered the sweet and spicy pork belly sandwich for my entree and it was... gross. The pork belly strips that were in it were basically really thick slices of bacon, not crispy at all, and SO SO FATTY. It was, awful. I was really disappointed. Fries were good though. The bartender asked if there was something wrong with the sandwich because I didn't want a box and only one bite. I told her I really just didn't like it. She took it off the bill without hesitation. Which was very kind and also makes me wonder if I'm not the first one to be disappointed in this sandwich. My friend got the lemon herb grilled chicken sandwich and she said it was "alright". It was a nice time out with a friend, but I probably won't go back. I will definitely go to Cascadia, their other restaurant though. That menu is amazing and never disappoints.