Saranac Public House earns a strong 4 stars from us. From the start, the experience was smooth--excellent customer service over the phone when placing our to-go order made everything quick and easy. When we arrived, the atmosphere felt warm and welcoming, and the guy at the bar was genuinely friendly and helpful, which always makes a difference. The food prep was impressively fast, and everything was packaged neatly and thoughtfully for takeout. We started with the pretzel, which was solid, but the real standout was the mustard--super unique with a tangy, spicy, almost wasabi-like kick that made it memorable. For mains, the curry dish hit a great balance--flavorful without being overpowering or too mild. And the biggest endorsement came from my daughter, who ordered the kids pasta with marinara and added chicken--she declared it the "best spaghetti she's ever had!" (Shh... don't tell mom.) Overall, great service, tasty food, and a welcoming vibe. The only reason it's not a full 5 stars is I'd love to explore more of the menu next time--but based on this visit, we'll definitely be back. read more

Saranac Public House - Demolished curry - Pubs Near Me - Spokane, Washington

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My travels have taken me to Spokane, WA. I saw Saranac Public House and gave them a try. Upon entering, the western, wooden layout had a nice western... but yet modern, bar and indoor seating. Outside they have plenty of tables for enjoying the weather while you eat. I was immediately sat when I walked in. Now the bad part, the service. Man the service is bad. This is not a reflection on my server. I believe they don't staff enough people. Others have complained as well. She was n ie and helpful with the menu. It just took 10 minutes before anyone offered me a drink. I ordered my drinks and Thai Rice Bowl in Peanut Sauce. The food took about 15 minutes come out. I was half done before she did a checkup on the food. Again, you can't do everything if you are the only server.when the food runner brought my food out, I thank him. He replied..,"Yep." And walked away. Very sterile and cold. The Thai Bowl had plenty of the very flavorful peanut sauce. The chicken was dry and just not very good. But the rice and vegetables were delicious!!! I'd absolutely get the dish again! The food gets 4 stars, but the establishment's staffing and service get 2 stars. read more

Brought husband here because I liked the food. Unfortunately we were both disappointed. We were sat quickly by the female bartender who always smiles and is very pleasant. The vodka soda tasted like all soda. The french onion soup was barely warm and had almost no cheese. We had to ask the waitress for water while she brought waters to other tables prior to them ordering. We were also charged full price for our cocktails even though we ordered during happy hour. It was busier than last time I was here, but this is definitely our last time here. Lots of other choices in the area read more

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Yummy food nice staff good selection nice ambiance good for groups too!! The curry was phenomenal!! A definite return for sure!! read more

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My god, where do I begin. The staff were truly wonderful and very hospitable. The music was impeccable, walked into hearing Gerry Rafferty, so hell yeah, but the food, oh my god the food, so good. Was recommended to me by a friend for the next time I stopped in Spokane and I was happily surprised. Food was absolutely excellent, delicious, and best paired with a beer, a lager to be specific. Come here, be kind, enjoy the food, and leave a big tip. It's worth every dollar spent. read more

Saranac Public House - Pubs Near Me - Spokane, Washington

Great place with a ton of options to choose from! We loved everything we had! The chicken wings were great! And the Mac and cheese was so creamy it melted in your mouth! Great location and atmosphere! Service was also great! Would recommend a visit! read more

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I came here for dinner after work with my fiance and the vibes were great, lots of people but didn't have to wait for a table. We got the wings to start and they were such a tasty buffalo sauce/flavor! I got the French Dip with a side of Mac and cheese and both were great! All in all our food tasted great and we would recommend. However, the service was pretty bad. Our server came to take our order but my fiance had just sat down (I had been there for about 5 minutes before) so we said we weren't ready. For the next 15 minutes she was bussing/serving tables and wouldn't look in our direction. We definitely could understand she was pretty busy so we didn't let it bother us, until we called her over finally to order after those 15 minutes and she looked like we bothering her. After she delivered the food she never stopped by the table again to ask if we needed anything and refused to look in our direction when she was waiting other tables. We were hoping we didn't do anything wrong to upset her but honestly we were pretty surprised and bummed because we enjoyed the food. I would come back to try it again and hope for better service next time, we really were trying to be understanding of her busy section! read more

Saranac Public House - Buffalo Wings - Pubs Near Me - Spokane, Washington

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We were staying downtown and took an evening walk to check out our surroundings. We spotted the twinkling of patio lights and they led us to Saranac Public House. We loved Saranac! We stayed in downtown Spokane for three days and three nights. Friday, Saturday and Sunday. We made it to Saranac five times! In fact I'm the (Yelp!) Duke of Saranac! Saranac regulars from San Diego. LOL! It would've been more if they opened before 11:00 every day and stayed open later on Sunday. We stopped by Sunday early evening and they were already closed. We couldn't say good-bye... Service was exemplary every time. We met Hank, Javi, Abby and Scotty and they were all fantastic. The food was excellent also. We ate only a couple of times, but it was really good. The pretzels were really good. House baked soft pretzels served with our beer mustard & your choice of our cheese sauce or our smoky vegan cheese sauce. The housemade beer mustard was a game changer! Spicy and delicious! That stuff was outstanding! The housemade beer cheese sauce was fantastic also. Becky very much enjoyed a fresh and delicious Caesar salad. Organic romaine hearts, croutons, tossed in creamy Caesar dressing with parmesan & lemon. Served with crostinis. It was fresh, crisp and not over-dressed. Abby gave me a great recommendation with the Pork Belly appetizer. Asian marinaded pork belly, spicy mayo, kimchi and green onions. I was eye-ballin' the pork belly bowl. Abby said that the bowl was good, but if you just want pork belly get the appetizer. So that's what I did. A nice crispy exterior gave way to tender and flavorful pork. The Asian marinade was money! Pork belly get in my belly! Javi (with some unsolicited advice from Hank, LOL!) made what Becky described as a "perfectly spicy" Bloody Mary. Prices were very reasonable, especially for beer, seltzers and cocktails. Hank, Javi, Abby, Scotty - we hope to see you again! read more

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This was the first place I went to for restaurant week. Staff were nice, menu was good, lighting inside was warm and bright. I sat in a booth that was comfortable. The pork belly was super yummy and melted in my mouth. The rice in the ahi poke stack tasted stale and hard/dry. If you want poke, go to Poke Express. The donuts were not very good taste wise, texture was fine. I like Saranac but this time I was disappointed. read more

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Great selection of beers. Excellent location with a great vibe. Service friendly and prompt. Salmon sandwich was amazing. Would recommend if you are in Spokane. Definitely will be back read more

Went for an early dinner on a Wednesday. The staff were nice and attentive. I ordered the chicken Parmesan sandwich with fries. Both were okay but any part of the chicken that didn't have the marinara wasn't good. The breading was more charcoal like. I wouldn't recommend this dish. Overall the dining was great on the service side but I didn't care for the food. read more

Saranac Public House - Chicken Parmesan sandwich - Pubs Near Me - Spokane, Washington

We ordered pretzels to go. Way over priced for frozen, microwave little pretzels. Disapointed Service was a little too busy for customers, even though there were none. read more

Enjoy tasty gastro pub-style eats with plenty of vegan choices. Tried cauliflower wings--crunchy and delicious. The Thai flatbread with grilled tofu was like a big, tasty mini pizza. The jackfruit bahn mi sandwich was flavorful but a bit dry; could use more sauce and less spongy bread. Vegan mac and cheese was a delightful surprise with its smoky flavor. read more

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10/10. Love Saranac as a local classic. Ordered chicken Thai rice bowl and pork carnitas tacos - delicious. Our waiter was really nice and helpful. Come here if you're in Spokane! read more

Saranac Public House - Chicken Thai rice bowl - Pubs Near Me - Spokane, Washington

Great place to grab lunch with friends. I came here for lunch with as a party of 8. Thankfully we were able to get seated right away. There are some vegan and gluten free options on the menu which is nice. I ordered the Mac & cheese with bacon for +$4. I found my dish to be very filling and cheesy. I almost had a food coma after. Our server was great, she allowed us to have own seperate tabs. Overall, I had pleasant experience! read more

Saranac Public House - Mac & cheese with bacon - Pubs Near Me - Spokane, Washington

Party of 7. Service was warm and welcoming. Drinks were quick to be served. Food did take a bit longer than expected, and fries arrived cold. This was quickly remedied, and with a smile. Definitely would go back. read more

Open floor plan style venue with multiple choice options for dining, baked goods and beverages. BOOTS IS BACK BABY!!! vegans rejoice in our local favorite returning to downtown across the street from the old location. Order your food and they serve it to you if you dine in. To go options are also welcome. Staff is great. On street paid parking. Walkable from nearby hotels. read more

Saranac Public House - YUMMY VEGAN FOOD AND COFFEE - Pubs Near Me - Spokane, Washington

Love this place as our family has gluten free and dairy free dietary restrictions. Would highly suggest. read more

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Good food and service. They have an eclectic setup with a coffee bar, beer bar, Asian themed counter and a pizza/Italian restaurant all in one place! When we went they even had local bands playing! The local beer is good as was the rigatoni dish I had. The coffee bar and Asian counter were closed but looked ok. Recommended read more

Upon entering this cute public house, I was greeted with a smile and sat immediately. The staff was warm and inviting. If you are looking for the pub vibe with some food options that aren't your typical burgers and fries, then this is your spot. You can have burgers and fries too. Lots of handheld items. I was thoroughly impressed with the menu options here. It's not fine dining, but it's damn good pub fare. There is truly something for everyone. If you are a carnivore, vegetarian, or vegan, they have you covered. Plus, gluten-free options, too. I enjoyed the Thai Rice Bowl with tofu. The coconut rice was creamy, and the cabbage and other veggies were fresh and flavorful. The peanuts on top gave a nice crunchy pop. The tofu was okay once you mixed it into the bowl to soak up the flavors. On its own, it was not seasoned or cooked to a texture I prefer. My drink was good, and the ambiance was fun. It was spacious with lots of seating options, including ones suited for larger parties. There are a few spots to sit at the bar as well if you're dining alone or just stopping in for a drink. I saw singles enjoying meals as well as families with children. I'm for sure going back to try some of the other menu items such as the salads and flatbreads. They even have mac & cheese that's real cheese or vegan and gluten-free if needed. Oh, and one other delightful thing was they had Sriracha. In 2022, they stopped making it for a while, and I have run out. I can't find it anywhere so far in 2023, and being able to have it with my rice bowl was absolutely divine. read more

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Good spot we rolled into on whim . Ordered some drinks and some food off the happy hour menu . I ordered the Lynchburg Lemonade . The burger and fries and the Thai flat bred . The kids ordered the kids burgers read more

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Stayed locally on Gonzaga's campus for work and walked down for a meal. The atmosphere is good, but it's just another hipster pub. There's thousands across the country, but it was clean, service was excellent and they sat us quickly in a rain storm. We split three items between two people. The Thai pizza was great. Loved the peanut sauce and would have loved even more drizzled on top. Crust was good too. The flavors intensified when warmed the next day. Awesome leftovers. Pretzels and cheese were great. Would have loved a larger, hand twisted pretzel but the cheese was the star. Amazing. Finished with Mac and cheese which was the same cheese sauce. Very good, but very heavy. While we split everything, with one drink each it was $80 before tip. Very good, excellent service but at that price it's not the best of the best. Just a great option. read more

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Fantastic food and service!! My husband had the chicken burger which was amazing! My Thai rice bowl was delicious! Will definitely be back! read more

Saranac Public House - Spicy strawberry margarita - Pubs Near Me - Spokane, Washington

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Yummy food and good service. Being Gluten Free, Dairy Free makes it hard to eat out but they were able to not only convert something on the menu for me, it actually tasted really good! We came on a Monday afternoon, so there was lots of close parking and quick service. read more

Saranac Public House - Spicy Chicken Handheld made GF/DF special. - Pubs Near Me - Spokane, Washington

This was one of my favorite places in Spokane! I ended up here while waiting to be able to check into my hotel. As soon as I walked in I felt like I was among friends because of the staff and patrons. Great music, unique food options and a full bar. The hummus plate is fantastic with 4 different hummus varieties and it's huge! read more

It was beautiful sunny Saturday afternoon. A few friends and I gather at the Saranac for a farewell lunch for a friend who was moving away. I ordered the Saranac burger with fries and a side of mac and cheese. The burger was good, basic beef patty, bacon, cheese, and veggies. The fries were a little overcooked, there wasn't any sustenance in the middle. My favorite is the mac and cheese. I should have ordered the mac and cheese entrée. It was cheesy, velvety ,and creamy. One of the best mac and cheese I've had. The pretzel with beer cheese is also amazing. read more

Saranac Public House - Saranac burger with fries - Pubs Near Me - Spokane, Washington

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Mary and I stopped in here for the first time. We were greeted by friendly staff and seated. Our tasty beverages came right out; The Hot Hawaiian was delicious! Mary had the Pesto Gnocchi: gnocchi, basil pesto, parmesan, toasted walnuts, balsamic reduction, delicious. I had the Onion Goat flatbread; rosemary-garlic olive oil, cheese blend, caramelized onions, spinach, hazelnuts and goat cheese; delicious. You should get in here and give this place a try. read more

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It's hard to review this place, and I'm in between 3 and 5 stars. 5 for the place. The staff members are awesome and very friendly. I loved the vibe of the place, and it was comfortable. If I lived in the area, I could see myself visiting here often. It's a hangout spot for regulars. Drink selection is good, and I liked the variety. I got a cider on tap. 3 for the food. It's hard giving a rating of 3 to a place that offers multiple gluten free options. I should have sent my Mac and cheese back, but I felt bad due to them being short staffed. The noodles were not fully cooked and the cheese tasted like it was microwaved. Red lentil noodles are popular, but I don't think it was the right noodle choice for Mac and cheese. I ate half, and I had to leave the other half there. If I am back in town, I plan on trying other food options. I might have ordered the wrong thing. read more

Saranac Public House - Gluten free mac and cheese - Pubs Near Me - Spokane, Washington

I realize That Saranac has become a constant in my dinner or lunch spots in Spokane because I've never ordered an item from the menu I don't love. Parking is always easy nearby and using Spokane's parking apps make it cheap and convenient. The food on the menu is both standard favorites and unique entries. Everything is perfectly spiced and delicious. This week, I had a pork dip sandwich - I don't know the exact name, not the kahlua(Sp?) pork - and my friend had the chicken caprese sandwich, we both had the soup of the day. As with everything else, the food was perfect. We sat outside, enjoying October weather. I've never had anything but excellent food and service here. Enjoy! read more

Saranac Public House - Chicken caprese on the left, a pork dip on the right - empty soup and wine glasses because it's all so good! - Pubs Near Me - Spokane, Washington

Great experience of a local business. Usually when I travel I really make an effort to visit local businesses. I was given the Saranac Public House from the managers at the hotel I was staying. Because of all the COVID restriction I was able to order ahead to pick up my food. I ordered the pork verde stew. On a cold day, it doesn't get better get better than this! Yum! Not too saucy but all the flavor. I paired it with a moose drool amber beer. My meal was ready for pick up when they said and they were very kind and professional. There were many items that looked so good on the menu, so I have to come back and check them out again. read more

Saranac Public House - Beautiful entrance - Pubs Near Me - Spokane, Washington

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They were fairly shortstaffed and we had to wait a bit to get a table, but it was worth it. The food was fresh and well served. Our waitress was excellent. read more

Sub par food and drinks. Reviews sound great but my chicken sandwich would have been better from chick fila. We love pub food, trying new places and this place did not stand up. Maybe the entrees are better. We ordered the cauliflower wings which were ok, but very greasy. And two different chicken sandwiches. The breading on the chicken had no seasoning, and the fries were ok, nothing special. The service was ok. It wasn't busy and yet we didn't feel any personality. But I try to give everyone a second chance with service. (But we probably won't be back) the building is very old Spokane and interesting. A quirky movie theater is inside the building, Saranas itself had too many TVs for my liking and the bench was very unsupported. I felt like a child sitting in that booth. read more

Food was ok - their Curry was great - their signature plate (Thai Bowl) was luke warm and delicious! Hot and delicious would have been optimal. read more

Vegan Mac & Cheese! top shelf food with option for vegan/vegetarians or diet restricted people (lactose) like myself, it's just a fantastic place to have meal or a drink read more

Saranac Public House - Bar! - Pubs Near Me - Spokane, Washington

Ok, this place wasn't BAD. It also wasn't great.... Here's why: first off the place had a cool atmosphere and interesting decorations....that was tarnished by having a tv on EVERY wall. I had the chicken parm sandwich. It was good....except for eating just the fried chicken. No discernible flavor, whatsoever. Not sure if I caught her at a bad time time, but the waitress totally left her personality at home, or wherever the flavor was for the food. No friendliness (or unfriendliness for that matter) the whole experience was just not worth the price I paid. Btw, if you need to use the restrooms you'll need a passcode to get in them since they're in a common shared space. read more

Came on a work trip. Nice small pub type style restaurant. Many vegan options. I got the Thai rice bowl which was perfectly portioned and great flavor! Tried a local beer also which was delicious. Despite having to wait a little the service was excellent! Would rec. to try! read more

This was the perfect into our first day on our trip to Spokane! The food was delicious, the service was awesome and the price was reasonable. Our waiter was so helpful and personable. Thanks for making the experience lots of fun! read more

My husband and I came here for lunch on a Sunday. It seemed busy, but not overly busy where we weren't able to get a table. Lots of good options. My husband got the Saranac burger with a side of mac and cheese and I got the prosciutto and peach flatbread. I enjoyed the pizza, good combination or sweet and salty. My husband liked his meal, however found the burger a little bit dry. Our server was very nice and friendly, but still managed to help other people out. They have a nice outdoor patio as well. read more

Saranac Public House - Prosciutto and Peach Flatbread - Pubs Near Me - Spokane, Washington

Lunch August: Excellent service by Javi. Burger Dip with Ceasar salad was great. $16 House Salad was descent $12 Nice selection of beers. read more

Saranac Public House - Burger Dip (comes with a number of options, this is their Ceasar salad) - Pubs Near Me - Spokane, Washington

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A while back we visited Saranac Public House for a somewhat early dinner.  We found the beer good and the venue welcoming and friendly.  Unfortunately, the food here is decidedly sub-par... My friends burger was virtually raw and swimming in grease, while my chicken tacos were virtually tasteless.  On a positive note, we shared a salmon dish that was AOK. To sum it all up, if you're really hungry for some good food I'd suggest that you seek elsewhere, but if you're just interested in drinks and conversation then this place will get the job done nicely. read more

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