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    Rusty Moose

    3.8 (646 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    RUSTY MOOSE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Elk mushrooms and elk mestballs
    Don M.

    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.

    Kids quesadilla
    Jessica A.

    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.

    Menu
    Wesley C.

    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.

    Resting moose
    Dan A.

    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.

    Ben A.

    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.

    Mediterranean flatbread
    Jlaree D.

    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

    Jessica S.

    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!

    Huckleberry mocktail
    Gentry N.

    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 ;)

    Hamburger and fries!
    Jo S.

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

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

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

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

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

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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.

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    Ask the Community - Rusty Moose

    Legends of Fire

    Legends of Fire

    3.6
    (20 reviews)
    1.7 mi
    $$

    It is a shame the best drinks at Northern Quest are in the cigar lounge. Well, I mean, it isn't if…read moreyou like cigars, but for the larger portion of the population who actually doesn't smoke, this kinda makes me sad However, since this place is clearly labeled a cigar lounge, I am not gonna knock for that. The decor is really nice, kinda professional, kinda relaxed. Just a nice upscale vibe without being snooty. As previously mentioned, the bartenders here are great. Not just friendly and hardworking, I swear the drinks just taste better in here. If you don't mind smoke, especially cigars that range from mildly pleasant aroma to smelling like someone is smoking a poop blunt, this is a great place to have some drinks with friends.

    No eating tonight as I attended a company party in the resort. That in itself was a wonderful…read moreexperience and I highly recommend for companies looking to let their employees know they are appreciated and keep them in the fold. I stopped in at Legends for a cigar like I used to before moving back to the east side of WA. I miss this place having lived here for over 10 years when NQC started their expansion. I experienced the awesome addition of the amazing outdoor sonic concert experiences and the Legends of Fire cigar lounge which I love and is unique on this side of Spokane. It was great to visit on a busy Saturday night. They only had two servers in the cigar lounge but they were gracious and checked on me in the seating area. I chatted with some of the folks at the bar which has a great vibe which I truly miss the most. It's great to visit and experience that again. I will always stop in when I visit family on the east side of WA state. Keep it up NQC!

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    High Roller and Cohiba cigar
    High Roller and Cohiba cigar
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    Legends of Fire

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    Bistango Martini Lounge

    Bistango Martini Lounge

    4.4
    (129 reviews)
    5.5 mi
    $$

    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.
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    Fish tacos
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    Huckleberry Lemon Drop.
    Liquid

    Liquid

    2.2
    (6 reviews)
    1.5 mi

    This place gets busy a lot, but the servers here are really great. It does get noisy here due to…read morebeing so crowded, but if you are hanging out with friends it isn't so bad. Not sure if they serve food in this area anymore because I usually just grab a drink or two here. If you need to grab a drink this place is better than a lot of the other venues at the casino

    Very disappointing! Awesome location, great layout, awful service. When you go to the bar to order…read moredrinks and your not sitting at a game it's very hard to get service. We stood there for a while before we were even acknowledged. There were no friendly greetings, no polite acknowledgments letting us know someone would be right with us, we were glanced at a few times by the bartenders and one of them even carried on a conversation with someone while we stood there. When we were finally asked what we wanted that's exactly what we were asked. Not that I expected too much but I work in the restaurant industry as a waitress and I myself would have apologized for the wait and been friendly with a polite greeting. That's what every one I know would have done if they have good customer service skills. So, we ordered our drinks, my husband got 2 crown and cokes and I ordered 2 neon margaritas, my husband paid with his card and I tipped the gal with cash. I gave a $10 tip, not because she provided exceptional service but because in the food industry we understand that some days are hard and who knows why service was so awful, maybe it was just crappy today, I hoped it wasn't a typical day and that service was usually better. Unfortunately, that was the second time I had horrible service there, both times were awful & both times we had a different bartender. So, moving forward, the following day when the charges went through on my husbands card, the charge said entertainment so we assumed it was a mixup and called the hotel thinking they charged us for a movie in which we knew we didn't rent or buy. After several days we got the call telling us it wasn't from the hotel. The charge was in fact from the bar. It was then we realized we were over charged. The gal either added her own tip or rang someone else's drinks with ours. So we tried calling during the normal business hours and during a non-rush time in mid morning and the phone just rang and rang. We still haven't been able to talk to anyone about this. We do intend to go in to the bar in person to get this straightened up.

    Rusty Moose - tradamerican - Updated June 2026

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