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.

Charming women owned bar featuring craft cocktails, cute decor, and an excellent bartender. Go…read morealone or with a group, you'll find someone to talk to if you're up for it. Monday nights they have open mic nights. They are so thoughtful they even have tampons in the bathroom.

Same great company as the tiny bar in Browne's addition. A slightly larger space than the BA one…read more Bartenders have all been knowledgeable about concoctions and can tel they enjoy what they make. Last night I had a cider type drink from the winter menu that was fantastic; was surprisingly good as I don't usually drink bourbon but I was convinced and it turned out great. The only recommendation I have is some way to make the space more comfortable, it looks to be an old baskin Robbins with hard floors and hard walls that makes for loud when everyone is having a good time and it's busy. (Acoustics are difficult and only stand out when a place is busy so don't judge them on this) I highly recommend if you are on south hill

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.

It's time for our annual trip to Spokane for my wife's immersion and if you follow my reviews at…read moreall, you know that my job on vacation is to coordinate the food. After a recommendation from one of my wife's classmates, I took myself on a lunch date to Indicana, and I'm honestly convinced that Spokane is a foodie dream after this meal. I have been wanting to try Indicana for lunch all week, but they only serve lunch on specific days. I did a walk-in at lunch and did not need a reservation (however I cannot say the same for dinner, we went back this evening so that my wife could try the mango lassi and people were piling in). The restaurant is stunning with warm hues of earth tones and deep, rich dark blue that pulls it all together. The music is loud enough that you can hear it, but light enough that you can still hear yourself talk, which I appreciated. Every member of staff I encountered was incredibly kind and I think I ended up sitting next to the owner or a manager who was at the bar near my table - she was so sweet and had no problem jumping in to help when needed. The lunch menu and dinner menu differ, so it's important to note if you're interested in trying anything from my review. I ordered the Pork Vindaloo tacos with naan, tandoori slaw with a side of jeera rice and dal along with a Mango lassi. Everything, and I do mean everything was delicious.   Pork Vindaloo Tacos on Naan - 10/10 every single bite was flavorful. The naan had a crispy yet softness to it, the pork vindaloo created a juice that brought together all of the flavors and then I followed it up with a bite of tandoor slaw, and it was so good. The cheese did not overpower the meal and really sealed it all together. Jeera Rice and Dal - 8/10 I wanted a bit more flavor in the Dal, but with this being my first experience with Dal, I'm not sure how flavorful it should have been. Overall, it was still delicious and fresh. I found myself taking bites of it and the jeera rice between bites of the tacos. The entire meal was very filling, but not in an overly full kind of way. Mango Lassi - 11/10 and I mean it! You should know I mean it because I my wife and I came back later in the evening (as I mentioned above) to get more. It is velvety smooth with a hint of warmth after each sip. The taste is absolutely delicious and so refreshing. I can understand why Indicana is so busy, and the reservations are needed. This will definitely be added to our Spokane list of places to visit and recommend.

Indicana is doing it right. The fusion of Indian and Mexican flavors is perfectly balanced, with…read morecreativity and freshness ruling the day. I love encountering so many menu options where I think, "oh, I need to try that one, I haven't seen that on a menu before." I could have chosen from six different options that would have been totally new-to-me fusions-- the menu definitely left me convicted that I have to come back soon to try out the dishes I didn't choose! I got the quinoa stuffed poblano pepper, with black beans, corn, cheese, pickled red onion, and more. I could only eat half- it was filling, warming, and had that fantastic whisper of peppery heat at the end of every other bite. I absolutely loved it. And, side note, the naan? Perfect. Buttery crisp and soft as summer days on the inside. Delicious, The ambiance is fun, and the staff was as warm as the poblano pepper. The only knock I left with is that the menu is pricey-- this couldn't be a spontaneous lunch or dinner grab, Indicana needs to be a budgeted choice. But the food was worth it, and we will go back again.

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!

Came here out of town from Wa and enjoyed the atmosphere, and drinks are well made.. was a close…read morewalk from the hotel

Night Owl was kind enough to host my family and friends this past weekend for a surprise birthday…read morein my honor. The bar staff are kind, attentive, and slayed the drinks. The DJ let it rip with some birthday jams, and let us throw in some song requests. We got down, and made it a night I will never forget. If you're looking for a cool spot to have a drink, check out the Night Owl. Thank you Trent and team for hosting a truly memorable noche.

Ramen is ridiculously good. I'm a ramen head and if I hadn't tried it myself, nobody could have…read moretold me that a place called Hogwash Whiskey could make a good ramen. But it's fire, y'all

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.

It's time for our annual trip to Spokane for my wife's immersion and if you follow my reviews at…read moreall, you know that my job on vacation is to coordinate the food. This evening we decided we would go to Sorella. A gorgeous photo of their focaccia brought us in. Since finishing chemo and radiation for my breast cancer, food has been an interesting experience for me, so when I want something, I go for it immediately. I will note, if you're interested in trying Sorella, BOOK A TABLE! We were able to snag seats at the bar, but even on a Tuesday, this place is in demand, and after enjoying our meal, I can see why. When we walked in, we were stunned. Beyond the natural light flooding into the roo,m there were gorgeous deep teal walls with a gallery wall and gold accents. The bar was adorned with gorgeous counter tops that had low lights, and a mix of velvety chairs gave it a soft luxe feel. The aroma of the food was lightly sprinkled throughout, and the décor were simply stunning. It would be a great place to celebrate a birthday, anniversary, date night or just a casual moment with friends. A full menu is available at the bar and the staff was incredibly attentive - more details on our experience are below, after the food review. Now let's talk about what we ordered. We got the Focaccia (of course), Arancini, Dante's meatballs, the Cesare, the Limone and a Pasta Speciale. Focaccia - 10/10 I love when food tastes as good as it looks. The focaccia melted in my mouth and carried so much flavor on its own. The whipped brown butter was such an excellent addition and truly a masterpiece to add to it. I could have easily ordered two more (and I should have). Arancini - My rating 7/10, My wife's rating 9/10 The presentation was beautiful on this dish. My rating centers around my taste buds not aligning with the flavor profile, and not really knowing what to expect. I find myself preferring a stronger, almost cheesy flavor now, and this was a bit more subtle. My wife, however, fully enjoyed them and loved the flavor they carried even without the sauce. Dante's Meatballs 10/10 Spectacular, give me 12! These were so delicious, the meat was so flavorful and the sauce, WHEW the sauce was delicious. Yes, we did dip the focaccia in the sauce. Cesare - 10/10 I love a good salad, and Caesar is my favorite. At other restaurants, I find myself wanting more dressing or more flavor ,and I often feel like pieces of the salad are missed when preparing. This salad was dressed from end to end. We squeezed the lemon on top, and it sealed the deal. Every bite was fresh and had a slight crunch and crisp that was exactly what we were looking for. Limone - 10/10 When we looked at the menu, my wife glanced over and immediately knew what I was ordering, and after my first bite, I was so glad that I did. The execution of this dish was perfect. The noodles were thick and almost creamy alongside the butter, and there was the perfect balance with the parmigiana reggiano. When I order it again (because we will be back), I will definitely add prawns. Pasta Speciale - 8/10 I meant to snap a photo of the menu, but this was on the special menu. There were prawns, mornay, garlic, arugula and a few other things that I am forgetting. The prawns were incredibly fresh, as were the noodles, and the flavors blended very nicely in this dish. Lemonade - 10/10 The lemonade was delicious! I don't know that I've mentioned this on any of my reviews before, but I love lemonade and order it with every meal outside of breakfast. This lemonade was the perfect balance of tart and sweet. Limoncello - 10/10 We shared two of the housemade limoncello shots to go as we were checking out, and I wish I had recorded our reaction. The execution of the flavor was perfect, and it definitely packed a punch! Our server/bartender was Mary Katherine, and beyond being the sweetest, she was also incredibly knowledgable of the menu. As luck would have it, we ended up sitting next to the owner's family and got to chat with her amazing Mother throughout the night (who was kind enough to let her try some of her delicious lasagna) and ended up meeting the owner. Lauren, the owner, took a pause to talk to us, and it was so evident that she is truly such a brilliant and sweet soul. She radiates, and who she is as a person aligns exactly with how Sorella feels: ethereal. Overall, we had an amazing experience, from the ambiance to the service, the conversation at the bar, and the delicious food. We cannot wait to try Fratello's, the sandwich shop also owned by Lauren, this week.

This is a cool little spot. The decor is really fun in a gothic antique kind of way. While also…read morebeing classy. It is tight inside, not a lot of space. Which normally would be cozy, but I wanted to feel less intimate with my neighbors on a date night with my husband. The service was fine. There when we needed, but didn't hover. The food: from the very thing I'd heard and how busy this place seems to be I expected perfection. I anticipated being blown away. Unfortunately, I wasn't. In my opinion it was just okay. The lasagna my husband got was okay, but pretty typical. The steak with the yellow chimichurri that I got was not good at all. My steak didn't have a lot of flavor on its own and I did not like the Chimichurri at all. It was quite the bummer. I'm glad we finally gave it a try. It was okay, but I can't say I'm in a rush to go back.