I went here with friends tonight after a long and exhausting weekend. We needed to let loose and…read morejust relax and this was the perfect place to do so. We arrived around 5:30pm and left around 8. When we arrived we immediately felt warm and cozy. The vibes are absolutely immaculate! There are plants and cute decor everywhere and the lighting is really soothing. We were shown to a table in the back that was more private and it really felt like we had our own little garden that we were hanging out in. The server was very nice and friendly. Both she and the other server or bartender were friendly and attentive. We ordered a bunch of drinks throughout the night. I had two pinky promises because I don't drink and they were absolutely delicious. They have some great mocktail options to choose from! We also got the hummus board and the bites board and they were fantastic! The hummus board had two rotating hummus options - one was a normal hummus and the other was a beet hummus. The pita chips seemed freshly made and were AMAZING. I wish I could take a bag to go with me! The bites board was also amazing and had some delicious cheeses. We asked to have the meats replaced with other things to make it vegetarian and it was fantastic. They should add it as a menu item, we loved every bit of it! It didn't feel like it had substitutions at all. We loved every second of our time there and kept saying how we wished it was local to us. This place is an absolute gem and I hope it gets more traction because of how wonderful it is. If I ever visit Spokane again I will absolutely be back here!

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 feels like the kind of place you discover once and immediately want to…read morebring people back to. The whole atmosphere is dark, cozy, moody, and feels more like a hidden lounge than a typical downtown bar. Between the lighting, music, books, and dramatic cocktail menus, the vibe alone makes the place worth visiting. We tried the espresso martini, Painkiller, and Bloody Verde. The espresso martini was smooth and easy to drink without being overly sweet, and the Painkiller had that creamy tropical flavor that somehow still worked with the darker speakeasy atmosphere. Keeping it honest though, the Bloody Verde just wasn't for me personally. I can still appreciate the creativity behind it, but the flavor combo just didn't match my taste buds. That being said, if you like savory spicy cocktails, you'd probably feel very differently about it. Service was friendly, drinks came out looking great, and the music really tied the whole experience together. Definitely feels like one of Spokane's more unique cocktail spots if you want something moodier and more relaxed.

We loved Cease and Desist. The bartender was friendly and helpful. It was dimly lit with a lovely…read moreaesthetic bar! Drinks were on point and perfectly made. When we return to the Spokane area, we will definitely return!

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.

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.

Great beer loved the amber and blonde best Pretzel bites…read morewere yum Needs more TV s to enjoy the games

Was driving through on a road trip and was craving some good food and boy did we find the right…read morespot! The staff/bartender was extremely friendly and informative. I ordered a turkey sandwich and soup - which were both delicious. The space inside is pretty big with plenty of seating. They have an assortment of food and beers so there is something for everyone. They also have a small selection of card and board games. And lastly! Their bathroom was very clean. 100% would recommend to stop by. I am sure this is a great place to hangout after work, but also a great brunch spot.

Went here on a recommendation prior to the movies on Thursday evening. The drinks were phenomenal…read moreand food was delicious! Started out with the pretzel sticks and beer cheese for an app. Had the espresso martini then decided to mix it up with the Muffin, What about you. Yum, yum. Decided to go light for dinner with the winter stew & caesar salad. Our friend had the shrimp & grits. (Nice little kick to it) Definitely will 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.

My partner and I visited last week around 5pm on Friday - they had just reopened and we didn't make…read morea reservation, but we were seated relatively quickly. This was our first time at their space in Kendall Yards and the vibes/decor were spot on. Our server offered us a choice of table which was a lovely and we sat near the window by the water (can't wait for the patio to open!). The cocktails were delicious, as was every dish we ordered. We started with the salmon dip and dirty fries to share and the salmon dip was absolutely phenomenal. The fries were a huge portion, covered in braised pork. They were a tad salty for our palette but still yummy. I had the cod as my main, my partner had the hangar steak. Both were beautifully plated and balanced. We definitely look forward to coming back again soon!

Have you ever been to a place and then felt cooler after being there?! Well that's what happens at…read moreruins. We were early visitors when Ruins started and it was good then... didn't know they had taken it to great. This new location is stylish, the staff is super friendly and fun. And the food speaks for itself. Easily went to the top of the list as one of the best restaurants in Spokane. . -WATERMELON SALAD -WHIPPED FETA CHEESE -DIRTY FRIES -PORK SHOULDER -OCTOPUS -PAPPARDELLE

I had one of the best cesar salads I've ever had here last night! The lettuce was fresh and crisp,…read morethe dressing perfectly tangy and creamy- they mix finely shredded parmesan into the dressing- PERFECTION!! And I have to mention the homemade croutons, delicious!! It's a deceptively simple salad that a lot of restaurants just butcher by taking shortcuts but not here! My friend got hers with grilled chicken and you get an entire grilled breast, great value. I also want to say that the whole salad- which was enormous, was only $13!! We both got appetizers also- she got the garlic cheese bread and said it was tasty. I got the schezwan green beans and was swooning they were so perfect! I can't wait to come back and try more things but it's going to be hard not to get the salad again!

A variety of foods and beverages in a nice location where you can sit inside or outside. Many beer…read moreoptions and drinks. Special menu options available daily with great soups and food. Decent places to sit and multiple bathrooms. TVs near the bar. People of all ages come to The Elk.

Adam was very kind and made our experience delightful! The food was excellent, and Tables were…read moreclean.

So many options to choose from and the food was THE BEST EVER. Our server was so funny and friendly…read morewe loved her. Super fun vibe.

Excellent chill place for a great cocktail The service is…read moreoutstanding and they really talk you through the drink experience

Service good.. ambiance good.. staff very cool.. other patrons very cool. Tucked away so you'd…read morenever see it! In fact, I had to help two separate groups of people find it!

If I could leave zero stars I would. But only as a bit bc this place is great…read more Plz don't come here tho. Stay away you all suck and you'll ruin it.

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