Great food at a reasonable price and there's farm-raised game on the menu! The service is very good! read more

OK, the who, what, where, when and why stuff... The two of us, visiting friends in the area, last night in town, wanted easy access, mid-week, early evening, decided to drop in here based on the stars (mostly) and proximity to our hotel. EZ-PZ, right? Well, not so much. We were seated near the fireplace in a busy dining room. Took forever and part of the next day to get a glass of water before putting in beverage orders in a half-full house. Put in the food orders, she wanted the chicken, I ordered the fish. She was happy, I'll just refer you to the pictures of my fish. We can be sure I wouldn't have ordered it if I had known then what I know now. So, mixed opinions on the food. Service? Pretty much slow and spotty. We gave credit for that to our server having a nearby party-time table with a lot of people, all enjoying their libations and trying to speak over each other. We could only assume the server expected a notably larger tip, maybe. All in, not the greatest use of our dining out money. Not sure we'll go out of our way to drop in here next trip in the area. read more

Rusty Moose - Fried fish? Maybe over-fried fish, I guess. - American Near Me - Spokane, Washington

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SO. FREAKING. GOOD. I was supposed to share my huckleberry salmon with a friend but I ate the whole thing before she got back to the table... oops and so freaking delicious. Everything we got was amazing. I would come here again and again! read more

Rusty Moose - Huckleberry salmon and fettuccine - American Near Me - Spokane, Washington

Stopped in for a quick bite. Oh my...what a menu..Will be back whenever in Spokane. Wife had the prime rib stroganoff. Delicious. I sampled appitizers Elk stuffed mushrooms, and elk stuffed meatballs...wow...amazing, great selection of bourbons as well. read more

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We ordered takeout from this restaurant and unfortunately, it was a mixed experience. We got the Kids Quesadilla for $7.99 and honestly, it wasn't worth the price. It was just cheese and tortillas... nothing special and not even particularly good. The quesadilla didn't even have any girth to it.. as you can see from my pictures, it came as super thin slices. I really don't recommend ordering this dish for your kids, at least not for that price. Really disappointing. On a brighter note, the Huckleberry Pulled Pork Sandwich was actually quite delicious.. def the highlight of our order. We also tried the Free Range Bison Burger but it was pretty underwhelming. Nothing about it stood out and we wouldn't order it again. When we arrived to pick up our food, the service wasn't great either. We let someone know we were there for a takeout order but they didn't even acknowledge us and just walked back to the kitchen. That left a poor first impression. We didn't dine in so I can't comment on cleanliness but the interior did have a nice stone-lodge kind of vibe. Overall, we were disappointed with our experience... esp after being excited to try this place. read more

Rusty Moose - Kids quesadilla - American Near Me - Spokane, Washington

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We stopped at the Rusty Moose since it's close to the airport and easy to get to before a flight. The place has a cozy mountain lodge feel, with lots of wood, stone, and warm lighting. It's definitely a casual dining place.. We went in for a late lunch and waited about fifteen minutes for a table, which wasn't bad. Our server was friendly, quick, and on top of things without hovering. The food was good. The Wagyu Burger was juicy and full of flavor, cooked perfectly and served on a soft bun that held up. The Stroganoff had tender beef and a rich sauce that felt like real comfort food. The Fish and Chips came out hot and crispy, and the Rib Dip was the hit of the table, plenty of meat with a flavorful au jus for dipping. Everything tasted fresh, came out quickly, and looked good on the plate. The portions were generous, and everyone left happy and full. Prices were fair for the quality, and the whole experience felt easy and enjoyable. I'd definitely go back next time I'm in the area, maybe for dinner to try a few more dishes. read more

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As a first time visitor to Spokane, I fell in love with the town. I loved the peaceful friendly vibe everyone seems to carry. This restaurant blew me away. From the life-size moose out front, to the hunters lodge feel inside. I was seated right away by a young friendly hostess. My server Stephan arrived and detailed the beers on tap. I chose a Rusty IPA and it was terrific. I had to text my son in law a pic of the menu for advice on what he would order? It came down to either the Duck Pot Pie or the Scallops on Risotto. I got both. Why not? Both were awesome but the scallops were my favorite between the two. I cleaned both plates. The Duck Pot Pie was well seasoned and comforting for a snowy day. The scallops were cooked perfectly. Tender and melted in my mouth. The risotto was creamy and flavorful. I tried to make my last bite a scallop and rissoto, but I couldn't. I had to finish them first. I have told my colleagues about this restaurant when they visit the area, as well as my family when I returned home. I can't wait to go back. read more

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Flight was delayed today so we took the opportunity to get away from the airport and find a lunch spot. This place was within 10 minutes of the airport. They aren't kidding when they talk about theme! I enjoyed it and the staff was very friendly. Their drink menu has all the things and we ordered a vanilla bourbon toddy that was delicious! I had the blackened chicken Caesar wrap thaws was good not great (needed more dressing) my companion ordered the fish and chips which was a very generous 2 filet potion that was very tasty. I would definitely come back here for lunch. Prices matched the portions and we were in and out of there pretty quickly. read more

Great food, good service! Everything was great and brought out in a timely fashion. Staff was polite and respectful.

Let me start by saying the service at The Rusty Moose was excellent--truly. Our server was attentive, friendly, and radiated the kind of calm one needs when watching diners slowly realize they've made a terrible, salty mistake. If it weren't for the sweet angel of a server, I might have stormed out before the burger even arrived, possibly kicking over a taxidermy elk on the way. But everything else? A surreal culinary horror show that played out like an episode of Fear Factor--if Fear Factor had a lodge-themed menu and a fixation on salt levels usually reserved for sidewalk de-icing. The meal began with the onion rings. I use the word "onion" lightly here, because I'm not convinced there was any actual vegetable involved. These deep-fried halos of sodium tasted like someone dared the kitchen to recreate the Dead Sea in crunchy form. One bite and I was instantly parched, like I'd spent 12 hours with my tongue on a salt lick at a petting zoo. It came with two sauces: a weird, cloying purple mystery syrup, and an aioli the color of aged mayonnaise with the flavor of mustard and existential dread. I looked around for the hidden camera. I'm 75% sure this was an elaborate prank. If so--bravo. I was punk'd. Ostensibly, ketchup is considered too déclassé to grace the tables. I had to shamefully requesting it from the kitchen, probably angering the spirits of moose past. as it seemingly doesn't match the aesthetic of black-and-white 1950s wives posing with lake trout. I had to request ketchup like I was asking for contraband. They brought it out in a precious little cruet, as if I were going to drizzle it on a scallop, not drown my salty prison-fries in it. Speaking of which--I got the burger and fries. The burger had a cute little moose logo branded on the bun, which is the equivalent of putting a gold sticker on a biology exam you failed. It tasted like... nothing. Either it was bland, or the onion rings had permanently damaged my taste buds. The fries came in one of those adorable little fryer baskets that ensures you get about 7 fries total. Just enough to make you angry. "We don't want you to feel full, but we do want you to Instagram this." My brother ordered the potato soup and the Prime Rib Dip. The soup was a sad, watery brine--basically meat tea. The sandwich was a chewy mess that made him say, "Honestly, I wish I had ordered a McRib." I watched his soul leave his body somewhere between bite two and three. And that man has eaten gas station sushi, so he knows bad choices. My 7-year-old son ordered the grilled cheese from the kids' menu, which was less "grilled cheese" and more "warm, adhesive square of dairy-adjacent substance." The cheese was so aggressively artificial, I'm pretty sure it could survive nuclear winter, along with cockroaches and Twinkies. Now let's talk about the real experience: cut to me, sitting on the floor of the Spokane airport bathroom, praying for death. I was sweating like a sinner in church, gritting my teeth, and gripping the toilet bowl like it owed me money. Whatever seasoning compound they use at The Rusty Moose had triggered what I can only describe as salt-fueled dysentery. My stomach gurgled like a lava flow, and I briefly considered going to urgent care. I projectile vomited what remained of my burger and artisanal fryer basket fries into the toilet with the force of a Yellowstone geyser. The moose on the burger bun should've been a warning sign--like when Marty Moose tells the Griswolds the park's closed. Except in this case, the "park" was my digestive system. Look, I get it. You want a cozy, cabin-themed meal. But if you value your organs and your dignity, keep driving. You can get the same ambiance by licking a Himalayan salt lamp while staring at a moose-shaped cookie cutter. Could it just be this was an outlier experience? Quite possibly... There seem to be some other very positive reviews here. But Foran out-of-town about to get on a plane back to Southern California, this was a near Miss. Or as George Carlin might say: a near hit. Two stars--for the service and for the unforgettable experience. But much like Bullwinkle trying to pull a rabbit out of his hat, this place keeps trying--and failing--to deliver something magical. read more

Rusty Moose - American Near Me - Spokane, Washington

We took my family here for a birthday. My brother said the steak was the best he ever had. Ii had the salmon which was good. Fish and chips and fish tacos were also good. Our server was kind and helpful. We. Ever had to wait for anything. All entrees came out at the same time. Get the chocolate chip cookie for dessert. It's huge. Big restaurant so not sitting right on top of each other. We had a nice big space for our big party! read more

The place it self is really cozy and inviting, cool ambiance. Our server Sammie made the whole dinner. She listened and helped us navigate around the menu. Drinks were good. Food was ok read more

Rusty Moose - Mediterranean flatbread - American Near Me - Spokane, Washington

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Hands down one of the best meals I've had in Spokane! The prime rib dip was absolutely incredible -- tender, juicy, and perfectly seasoned with a rich au jus that took it over the top. I'd go back just for that sandwich alone. The Caesar salad was crisp and flavorful with just the right amount of dressing, and the loaded potato soup was creamy, comforting, and full of flavor. The atmosphere was cozy and welcoming, and the service was just as impressive as the food. If you're in Spokane, The Rusty Moose is a must-try, especially for that prime rib dip! read more

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Wrote a long review and deleted when I went to post. Anyway had Prime Rib stroganoff and it was not good at all. Sister had Wagu Burger and loved it. read more

The hostess had a weird vibe. She kept asking everyone if they had a reservation. (For lunch? At a restaurant in a hotel parking lot by the airport?!) We ended up waiting for over 15 minutes even though half the restaurant was unoccupied. I assume the kitchen or wait staff was short-staffed, but it would've been nice if the hostess had explained that, as lots of other waiting patrons were complaining. That being said, our server was lovely and the food was great! Even the ranch and house sauces are noteworthy. My huckleberry mocktail was divine! I would definitely return, but maybe I'll make a reservation next time ;) read more

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Best burgers at the lake!! Friendly staff. Solid choice for a burger and a brew. Outdoor patio is outstanding.

sadly, I didn't take any pictures, but this place was actually really cool to spend a few hours in It actually reminds me of a cabin in the hills of Colorado . They had tons of fireplaces although none of them were lit. I bet this place is really cool during the winter months. I ordered the bison burger, and it was absolutely amazing. The only thing about it is it is pricey and it's not very large but outside that the service was excellent in the hospitality shown was top-notch. read more

The food was absolutely amazing hands down! The service was absolutely wonderful! The atmosphere was absolutely peaceful and enjoyable ! read more

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Had the prime rib dip. 5 stars! I would definitely recommend it. This was my first time but I will make it a permanent stop whenever I come to Spokane. read more

The more I think about it the more unhappy I am. To start on the only good notes, the draft red ale was very good and the salmon bisque was excellent. It went downhill from there. The prices online are deceptive since the menu clearly states we add 1.9% service which we keep entirely. Does not go to staff. They said they would cook the burgers to temperature but mine was medium and my dining partners was medium well despite both requesting medium rare. The burger otherwise was good with good bacon. The real issue was the alleged onion rings. No onion in them. You could literally read through the fragile bits. Really they were empty panko rings. I should have sent them back. When I stated this to someone the manager pretended the one must have been an error, one that slipped through. When I pointed out they were all empty rings he had nothing to say. Truly awful. The next day I happened to discuss it with a young hotel staff member and she said she never recommends the place, despite it being right near the airport. Over $90 for two drinks, two burgers and a bowl of bisque. Avoid. On a positive note, the server was cheerful and friendly. read more

This place is as close to the Spokane Airport as it gets. I ordered their special, which was a Bison Sloppy Joe. Tasted a lot like a chili, which I was happy with. Fries were well seasoned and fried quite well. I also had the French Onion soup. It was so-so and i probably wouldn't order it again. read more

Rusty Moose - Bison Sloppy Joe - American Near Me - Spokane, Washington

It was off season when we went, I beleave if you wanted to go to a bar and have a few munches in season it would be a great place to go to. Some one referred this place to my husband as a nice quiet place to get some good food. read more

Cute "Hunter outdoorsy" theme. Friendly staff. Wasn't really in the mood for food but I joined my coworker so she could eat before we headed to the airport. I did order water and a half order of onion rings. The water had a funny taste (must have been tap water). The onion rings looked really good but when I bit into one it was soggy. . . I guess. . . it wasn't as crispy, crunchy as I was hopping for. The server took them back and brought fresh ones and they were super crunchy but they became super salty. My coworker had a soup and salad and had to return the soup because it was cold. Next time I'm in the area I'll stop in to try something and hope my food experience will be different. I'm all for second chances read more

Food is excellent!! Must try the Huckleberry Cosmos - sweet but excellent end to a long day

Perfect for our hungry family. Everything was quality and great service. Good atmosphere.

Ordered under the "big fork entrees" and got the Elk Salsbury steak. Small portion for the price. I was pretty sad. I heard good things and was excited to try it. Oh well read more

Found this place near the airport and was pleasantly surprised how good it was. We sat in the bar and the service was awesome and the food was great. read more

Rusty Moose - Huckleberry martini - American Near Me - Spokane, Washington

Literally the very best sandwich I've ever enjoyed in my life. I love Italian subs. I've been to every place in Spokane that serves one and on the West Coast most likely and I'm telling you nobody has one. That's even close. read more

Rusty Moose - The Rusty burger very delicious - American Near Me - Spokane, Washington

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Ok so this was definitely my favorite Salmon dish I've ever had! It depends on your tastebuds. But the huckleberry on salmon was DELICIOUS!! Omg and the huckleberry lemonade! I had like 3 refills and I don't usually like lemonade like that. We all had some type of big dish like steak, salmon, etc. My boys ate all of their appetizers as well! I don't think anyone had any food left on their plates. Really cool spot. Highly recommend checking it out. I want to go back when in town again to try out a few other things on their menu. Or I would probably just end up getting the salmon again. That was just so different and delicious. read more

Been here before so visited again on my way back from Spokane. I think the pictures below speak a 1000 words. I got the no bun burger and my colleague got the special. I thought it was perfect. read more

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We went one time and only one time we'll never go back. The food was disgusting. Service wasn't any better.

We can't imagine visiting Spokane and not having a meal at Rusty Moose. We first discovered Rusty Moose in 2020. We were staying at a hotel near the airport and didn't find the hotel restaurant menu very exciting. The Rusty Moose menu was very intriguing. Fast forward to 2023. Same hotel, same hotel restaurant with basically the same menu. Didn't even have to look this time, we knew it was Rusty Moose. We wanted to sit at the bar in the lounge, but it wasn't open yet so we sauntered over to the bar where we met Stephan. He was a super cool dude. A beer and a seltzer while we waited. We hemmed and hawed about staying at the bar with Stephen, but ultimately bailed on him for the lounge. No offense Stephan! Tending the bar in the lounge was the lovely Elisabeth. She was super nice and sweet. Another beer and seltzer and we ordered dinner. I love that the Rusty Moose offers wild game fare. I went with the Elk Salisbury Steak dinner. It was a fantastic choice. It was a delightfully tender and flavorful elk steak. Topped with onion-mushroom brown gravy. Served with cheddar mashed potatoes and Chef's choice vegetables (asparagus). The gravy was rich and bursting with flavor. Not so much that it masked the elk. It was so good. The potatoes were on point and the asparagus was fresh and perfectly roasted, it retained a nice crunch and snap. Wonderful meal. Becky chose the House Breaded Fish & Chips. She is a sucker for fish & chips and she loved these. I had a sample too and they were quality. The Pacific cod were breaded perfectly. Great crunch with minimal grease. The accompanying apple-slaw was light and refreshing. The steak fries were great. Solid fish & chips for sure! Great service from Stephan and Elisabeth. Great atmosphere. Great food. Rusty Moose. read more

Rusty Moose - American Near Me - Spokane, Washington

Food was really good, wished the pulled pork was a little bit more juicy some pieces were hard/ dried out. The lobster bisque soup was flavorful just needed more meat but overall really good with the extra up charge. Coleslaw that came with the pulled pork sandwich was also really delicious. It was not drenched and sauce like I've had in the past at other establishments and had a really nice crunch to it. Will definitely be back again for the service and food. Big shout out to Francisco our service was really nice and knowledgeable on the menu items when I asked him for options. read more

Rusty Moose - Cocktail menu - American Near Me - Spokane, Washington

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The bison meatloaf was absolutely delicious and melted in my mouth with just the right amount of bison and juicy flavor....soooo good! Just the right amount of attention was given to us. The service was perfect, and the ambiance was just right for a lunch crowd. Would absolutely go again! read more

Very nice staff. The ambiance is really cool, log cabin style. I have tried almost everything on the menu as this is one of my favorite places, and I cannot think of an item I didn't enjoy. The burgers are my favorites, bison and elk in particular are really good. read more

First time coming to Rusty Moose and the food was delicious. The elk stuffed mushrooms were really good! The service was excellent and our waiter Brandon was very attentive. The ambiance was perfect for my husband and I. Defiantly coming back with the family. read more

The food was just perfect! Ordered the 16oz Ribeye and it was cooked to perfection! I couldn't have asked for a better piece of meat! Snapped peas and a very creamy mash!! And yes our server was great!!! We were a party of five here in the area for work! Three of us ordered the ribeye and let me tell you soooo delish!! If you are in the area, you have to stop in and try it out!! Oh yes ordered a dirty dirty martini Greg goose vodka -wow a perfect mix! read more

Third time to visit the restaurant. Made reservations this time. Showed up a bit early. Hostess asked us to grab a seat while she checked to make sure our table was ready as promised. A minute or two we were seated. Waitress was working other tables so the hostess brought two water glasses. Within five the waitress came over introduced herself and took our drink and food orders. Team work here was exceptional. Salads and food were delivered by two different persons, salads cold and freshly made and the dinners served hot. This time wife and I tried their prime rib stroganoff. Very tasty. A little too much on the salt. But then we have been trying to go low salt. Our taste buds have changed a bit. Still a great meal. The deserts were great as well. Cheese cake and crème brûlée nicely presented with dalops of whipped cream on the 3 corners of the plates. On the way out saw some friends from church at another table. They were enjoying a great meal as well. The wife wants one of the wooden bear statues by the front door. read more

The Ambiance is like a woodland cottage. The food is really good, but it is in a higher price range. Service is great and we got our food fast. I would recommend this place for dinner but is a little pricey for lunch. read more

We recently visited The Rusty Moose for my grandma's 89th birthday, and unfortunately, it was one of the most disappointing experiences we've ever had there. Clearly, they were disorganized or short-staffed, but instead of admitting that, they spoke to us rudely as if it were our fault. About four weeks before the dinner, my uncle made a reservation at 6:00 PM. Since I wasn't sure how many would be in my group, I made a separate reservation for my family of six and called to ask if we could be seated near my grandma's party. The staff said they couldn't guarantee it but would do their best, which I appreciated. I even called again closer to the date, and they confirmed it was noted that we wanted to be next to the birthday group. When we arrived, there were several open tables near my grandma's party, including two booths and multiple six-person tables, but we were taken to the complete opposite side of the restaurant. The staff told us those tables were reserved, but they definitely were not when I made my reservation three weeks earlier. According to my family, most of those same tables stayed empty the entire evening, even after my grandma's party ended. When I asked why we could not sit in one of the empty tables, a supervisor came over and immediately took a rude and condescending tone. He told me to "let him explain his side" and not to interrupt and I could offer a rebuttal when he was done. He was speaking so loudly that nearby staff and guests could hear. I asked him to lower his voice, but he continued to talk over me. He kept focusing on their "party" policy and automatic gratuity, which was never the issue. We've celebrated other birthdays at The Rusty Moose before, covering the entire bill ourselves, and have always tipped generously. When I went over to say goodbye to my grandma, who was just sitting down with the rest of the family, my aunt politely asked the server if we could sit at one of the nearby empty tables, or if two of our people could join the main group. The server curtly said no because they had "already started putting waters on the table." That response said everything about the lack of flexibility and customer care that evening. It was clear they had no interest in trying to accommodate us, even slightly. This was my grandma's 89th birthday, and she's been in poor health. She and several family members drove a few hours to be there. We weren't asking for special treatment, just to be near our family, as we had planned weeks in advance. At that point we decided to leave and not dine there. It was heartbreaking that a restaurant we've supported for years handled such an important family occasion with so little care or professionalism. I hope management takes this feedback seriously and reminds their staff that hospitality is about people, not policies. As far as I'm concerned, I will never go there again and I assume the rest of party would never dine there again. Not related to this particular birthday party, but during a previous visit to The Rusty Moose, our daughter became violently ill after eating their food. I had assumed it was a one-time issue and hadn't planned to comment, but given our most recent experience, it feels worth noting. read more