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3.5 (75 reviews)
Wed 1:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)
Thu 1:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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Moderate noise
Happy hour specials

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Dan F.

Josh treated us like regulars! Best service in YEARs!!! The Bloody Marys where EXACTLY what I came for. College football WA on all the TVs

Beautiful martini made by the beautiful Mel!
Terra K.

Press is my absolute favorite place in Spokane. They have pull tabs, amazing video golf, corn hole tournaments, pinball, card and board games, 22 beers on draft, a giant selection of spirits and seltzers and are always supporting local! It's totally got the Cheers vibe and you can almost always find great friends or make new ones while you're chilling! Six TVs with all the sports channels so you can always watch the game, some seriously incredible bartenders (I know I'm a homer but it's true), awesome events and parties, especially during the summer, best trivia in town with Tamale Box serving up smiles every Monday... it's just the best. My favorite. Get your butt on down there! Also, follow them on Insagram at @PressPublicHouse for all sorts of updates on drink specials and pop-up events! Cheers!

Nothing beats a nice cold beer and a shot of fernet! Mariah is absolutely amazing!
Rory A.

This place is absolutely amazing! Nothing like a nice cold shot of Ullr and a corona served up by the great Mariah!

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Sheila G.

This establishment was walking distance from where we were staying at. We came in on a Saturday night to enjoy a few drinks before heading out to dinner. It wasn't busy at all, maybe about 5 people at the bar and none at the regular tables. They had a good selection of drinks (with decent prices) and great music - great music for me because they were all music that came out when I was in high school (oh the memories). Service was great, maybe because it wasn't busy at all. This bar is a bit more sophisticated looking than some other bars I've been to. I would definitely come back.

Bloody Mary with extra pickled green beans
Journey F.

Came here with my boyfriend and a group of friends (6 of us total). We sat right at the bar and it was awhile before we were even greeted, which was a bad first impression because there were only about 10 people there and no one was waiting to order drinks. Eventually we got the bartender's attention but he wasn't nice or friendly to us. One of my friends tried to order a drink and he actually said "That one's not very good, let me make you something else. Do you like peach?", which was rude. If it were me I would insist he make what I ordered. When it was my boyfriend's time to order he asked for a double shot of Rumple Minze with a root beer back and the bartender said "we don't have root beer. This is Press, not Red Robin." Strike two. If it were just my boyfriend and me we probably would've left after that. But we were with friends, so we resigned to not make it a big deal and just let his service be reflected in his tip. After the first round, another bartender had come on and came to serve us. I ordered a Bloody Mary from the first guy (which was good) and ordered another one from this second guy. My boyfriend mentioned to him that I loved the pickled green beans they garnished with and he put tons of green beans in it!! That made me really happy and lightened my mood. The second bartender served us for the rest of the night and he was so much better than the first guy. Friendlier, faster, and generally just a better vibe. If it weren't for him, I would've been turned off to Press completely due to how rude the first guy was. So in general, my experience was neutral. The Bloody Marys I had were awesome. Also, I loved the music that had been playing (mostly indie rock and indie pop). I will give this place another chance, hopefully the bartender we started out with won't be there or at least have a better attitude.

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Terra, Mariah and Anthony are some of the best people/bartenders you'll ever meet. Also if you like cornhole this is the place for you.

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4.4
(78 reviews)
0.8 mi
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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!

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There is a mortgage payment in a bottle of whiskey in this photo.
There is a mortgage payment in a bottle of whiskey in this photo.
Cocktail (menu) from the bar
Cocktail (menu) from the bar
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Hogwash Whiskey Den has such a cool vibe, and the food definitely delivered. The burger was…read moreabsolutely delicious and flavorful, and cooked perfectly. The tater tots with the sauce on top were also a standout and something I'd order again without hesitation. That said, the service wasn't the best, especially for a first visit. I had a few questions about the menu and drinks, but our server seemed rushed and a bit annoyed, which made the experience feel less welcoming. Ordering drinks felt a little hurried, and while my husband really enjoyed his, mine were just okay. Overall, the food was great and the atmosphere is worth checking out, but I do wish the service had been a bit more attentive and helpful, especially for someone new to the place.

We visited from out of state last week and were glad to have had this place recommended to us by my…read morecousin. What a unique, thoughtful, and calm space! Our four-top chatted over our fun & delish drinks, as well as, our simply delicious dishes. Each bar back or server was smiling and genuinely seemed happy to be there! I hop to travel from Wisconsin back here soon and definitely share this speak-easy-esque with others going that way. Get the ramen! Try the drinks {both alcoholic and nonalcoholic (pictured)}. You won't be disappointed here. Thanks for being an inclusive & elevated restaurant.

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4.3
(127 reviews)
0.9 mi
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We went for a late evening walk this past Sunday, looking for something to eat. We found no place…read moreserving food, until we got to Purgatory Agave. Robert welcomed us in and said Yes! they were still serving food. It was Sunday at 9:30pm and that was the theme: Yes! We felt welcomed and appreciated. Robert even custom-crafted my drink order. Thank you Robert, you made our experience truly wonderful! The food we ordered was excellent, not too heavy, perfect for a light snack. Highly recommend! I hope the management of this restaurant will recognize the positive impact of an employee like Robert and value him appropriately.

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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Wall of whiskey
Wall of whiskey
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Bistango Martini Lounge

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4.4
(129 reviews)
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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!

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.

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The bar  with all the bottles and Halloween decorations.
The bar with all the bottles and Halloween decorations.
Fish tacos
Fish tacos
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Durkin's Liquor Bar

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4.2
(348 reviews)
0.9 mi
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Service 10/10 We made reservations the day of and got a…read moregreat table! The waitress/ hostess was attentive and friendly, but not overly enthusiastic which I really like. Our drinks were always full and she answered all our questions. She brought me beer samples to figure out which one I wanted. The waiter was busy but always greeted and said goodbye to all guests coming and going. Food 10/10 For the tablet we got calamari, the Durkins famous double cheeseburger and the fried bologna sandwich. The food was extremely fresh! The cheese was melted to perfection. We left with full bellies but not feeling heavy. The food was decadent but not greasy. My husband got a mocktail, spiced cranberry and it was fabulous! My husband and I can't wait to go back. We paid approximately $100 with tip, so it's not cheap, but WORTH IT for the quality of food and service.

I was informed by several people that this place was notorious for its burger. So when I came to…read moreSpokane for work, I decided to go ahead and give this place a try. Upon my encounter with one of the bartenders, I was told that they only had one burger. It was a double burger and it came with cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, and a delicious pickle. The burger was spot-on and much better than I had anticipated. It was fairly large and filling and was cooked nicely. It came with some fries and a dipping sauce that always was a good adjunct to the burger. Burger came it to ~$25.00 which is expensive for a burger, but given inflation and the deliciousness this burger represented, I was satisfied. Ambiance-wise, it is a nice looking bar that serves food, and they make upscale drinks. Definitely was not planning on having drinks here, but the bartender was nice enough to agree to make me a royal aviation as they make regular aviations. I will definitely be back for that and I am looking forward to it. Highly recommend this place!

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Durkin's upper bar
Durkin's upper bar
Brown butter gnocchi and braised pork belly.
Brown butter gnocchi and braised pork belly.
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