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    Lion's Lair

    4.0 (25 reviews)
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    I could make a better grilled cheese

    Grilled cheese was burnt- no clue why they are charging $7 for this. I could literally do a better job for $1 and I wouldn't burn it. Won't be ordering from here again.

    Andrew H.

    It's fairly basic bar. Small venue and small bar I would also say that the bartenders didn't know their own menu. They had to double check and then attempt to make the drinks. They do a fair job with estimating the proportions. They do have a dart board and a pool table. They had three TVs if you are into sports. If you are looking for a small place and a loud environment here it is.

    Sierra D.

    I have to like the place since they acommodate some great entertainment. However, the bar is seriously limited.

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    Awesome bar but you will get kicked out if youre blatantly intoxicated and aggressive

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    5 years ago

    Great service, great food with lots of vegetarian and vegan options. Inclusive and welcoming to all. A wonderful hidden gem of Spokane.

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    16 years ago

    Enjoy this place. Love the old pinball games. The service is friendly & helpful. Nice dark little bar downtown.

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    So since covid is in affect and I like to stay home, I orders this place on doordash, I ordered the Haas Burger and fries, and it got here supper quick!

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    Cease & Desist Book Club

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    4.4
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    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.

    Such a fun speakeasy! The interior is so moody and cool. We got a comfy booth towards the back to…read moretake everything in. The drink menu is elaborate with so many fun concoctions. If you love craft cocktails, this place is for you. I got one of their drinks which was a tequila espresso martini. I haven't tried tequila in an espresso martinis before but loved it. Our server was quick and friendly! Had a great evening with some friends.

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    There is a mortgage payment in a bottle of whiskey in this photo.
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    Cocktail (menu) from the bar
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    Purgatory Craft Beer And Whiskey Bar

    Purgatory Craft Beer And Whiskey Bar

    4.3
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    0.3 mi
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    Salmon and chips were good but crunchy. Margarita was good and strong. They Smokey old fashioned…read morewas also very good.

    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.

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