Moo. This cow enjoys grazing at Bardic Brewing. It's a family-friendly brewpub in Spokane Valley…read morewith thoughtful craft drinks, good food, and a calm pasture where conversations don't have to compete with loud music or glowing TV screens. When this cow wanders in, there might be stouts being slowly savored near the fireplace, humans discussing ancient literature, a family laughing over a half-finished pizza, or a nearby table deep into a heated game of Magic the Gathering with ESBs and cider in hoof. It's cozy, communal, and usually feels just right. One thing this cow respects -- the beer here is strong, and it's not brewed for the weak. There's nothing on tap that isn't unique or intentional. That said, this also means Bardic isn't for everyone. The average beer drinker looking for a simple, easy-drinking West Coast IPA that isn't pushing 9% ABV may leave unsatisfied, and that likely eliminates a large portion of beer drinkers in the area. For adventurous palates, though, this place is a treat. Lately, this cow has noticed the welcome hasn't been quite as warm as it used to be. The beer and food remain excellent, but the last few visits felt a bit less friendly. A smile or a greeting would go a long way in restoring the inviting feel this pasture is known for. Nothing has soured, and this cow will return. I just hope the hospitality rises to match the boldness of the beer and the heart of the space -- because when it does, Bardic Brewing is a fantastic place to graze. Moo.

Good drinks at decent prices. Ambience is nice and funny. The food is TERRIBLE bordering on…read moredisgusting and ridiculously overpriced for what you get, both quantity and quality. If they upped the quality of the food my review would be higher.

Fun brewery! Great beer and amazing pizza at Sauced inside of the brewery…read more Come on in for BINGO Wednesday and you might even see me! Fun and free, excellent way have some midweek fun!

This is more for sauced than the brewing company since we were just picking up pizza. That said we…read moredid interact with the staff and everyone was very friendly and helpful. Pizza was amazing, took some time to come out but definitely worth the wait. We also got an order of wings with no complaints. Maybe next time I will remember to get pictures

Hundreds of Hops self-guided US Hop Passport Brewery Tour Stop #14 (4 of 22 for Washington)…read more Having visited the other location first, we weren't terribly excited about this stop & saved it for last. Imagine our surprise to find this location to be so much more warm & welcoming. Clearly, based on the theme, we are not among the target clientele, yet, you wouldn't know it based on service & customer interactions, many were regulars. Tons of games available & interesting decor. Here, I had a very tasty pineapple Cameo IPA. Being as I'm not usually an IPA fan, I'm not sure if that's a compliment or an insult. Either way, I was happy! The hubs had Cure Dark Wounds, which was also tasty but I liked mine better. We didn't order food but others were recommending selections and there were several pick up orders while we were there, so, probably worth a look.

Our second brewery for the day, which unintentionally created a theme of gaming/Dungeons & Dragons…read morebreweries. Pretty cool and takes me back to my geeky high school days. This was also brewery #284 for me! Natural 20 has a nice sized taproom with a smallish bar at the front. It was pretty slow when we walked in which was cool for us as we got to chat with the gent working the bar and another guy that was there. I did not do a good job of reviewing each beer I tried because we were talking too much. That said I enjoyed the beers but weirdly I'm going to comment on the food more. SWPFTD ordered a pint while I got a flight. Of the ones I tried I liked Featherfall and Dual Spires the best. We also ordered some lembas bread with bacon and a bratwurst sandwich with bleu cheese, the Dracoliche. Really good! The people were super friendly, the vibe and beers were really good, and the food was solid. Score! If anyone is a glutton for punishment, please, follow my brewery, and distillery, reviews from across the U.S. and beyond! https://www.yelp.com/collection/-8iscFkpiiCI563-FDfwGg and if anyone is wondering who SWPFTD is you will have to check out my review of Black Market Brewing Co in Temecula, CA to understand. Yes, you will need to read into it a little to get the joke but I have confidence in you! I hope my confidence is not misplaced.

Just a follow up on my last review -…read more I asked the bartender what makes 45 Degree Brewhouse so special? He said everyone loves the pretzel and the people mentioned the restroom is pretty cool. I'm not showing you a picture of a restroom so I'll show you a picture of the pretzel. It's pretty awesome and enormous!!

We had a great experience at 45 Degree Brewhouse! Andrew welcomed us with a big smile and an…read moreincredibly friendly attitude, immediately making us feel at home. He offered us tastings of a few beers to help us find the perfect one, which was a thoughtful touch. We also loved the "pay it forward" wall--such a fun and generous concept, and we were happy to join in. I also had the $25 around the world flight. Worth it! Thanks to Andrew, we felt like this was more than just a brewery--it was a place we'd genuinely want to come back to next time we're in Spokane. Thank you for the hospitality! See you next time. B&J

It's a good restaurant for what it is... def on the level of a place like Red Robin (Red Robin may…read morebe a little better). The mall location has tight seating, and honestly the outdoor seating in warmer weather is the best option. We've eaten here several times; the service is friendly and talkative, and the food is decent. Their adult drinks, like the icy drops, are delicious if you're into fruitier drinks. I esp enjoy their salads, with the Mediterranean Salad being my current favorite. The restaurant appears to be mostly clean, but the tables (unless you're in a booth) are very small, and the seating is snug. With four kids, we wish the seating were a bit more comfortable.

We ordered lunch to go to take to my Mother-in-law for Mothers' Day. She is home bound but has…read moreenjoyed Hops n Drops in the past. The online ordering is HORRIBLE. I tried the night before and the morning of and the correct menu would not come up. Breakfast food or not showing the lighter lunch specials. I called in and placed the order directly with them. This was great for them to do. I ordered the mini western burger and my wife and her mom ordered the mini fish and chips. My burger did not taste like it had any bbq sauce on it. Luckily I ordered a side of bbq so I was able to support the lack of sauce on the burger. The buns didn't taste toasted. It was good otherwise. The mini fish and chips were good but fries are hard with a to-go order and so they were very soggy. My M-in-L was happy so that's all that mattered. Kudos to the staff for having our food ready when we arrived.

We were instantly greeted and seated without wait right before the evening rush. We were happy with…read morethe local pilsner and espresso martini were very good. The miso black cod was sweetly flavored, flakey and moist. The ribeye medium well was cooked exactly how I wanted it. Our waiter was very attentive and very nice. Ample seating, tvs for entertainment, not too noisy. Low lights set a relaxing mood. Loved our experience,

The good and service was good. Not great but ok. But the…read moreplace is PAINFULLY loud. Way too many people in too small a building. It was a wine tasting night so that may have had something to do with it.

Badass Backyard Brewing is brewery #318 for me. And luckily it's local so I'll definitely be back…read more For those of you with a short attention span I'll summarize this for you...BBB is legit! STFU and go drink beer there! Every beer we had a BBB was good. The brewer/owner was there so we got to talk with her awhile. Because I was lazy and didn't get this review done earlier I'm not giving a lot of detail. She did have a habanero beer, which was too spicy for me to drink a pint of but it's going to be perfect in some three meat brisket chili I'll be cooking up soon. If anyone is a glutton for punishment, please, follow my brewery, and distillery, reviews from across the U.S. and beyond! https://www.yelp.com/collection/-8iscFkpiiCI563-FDfwGg and if anyone is wondering who SWPFTD is you will have to check out my review of Black Market Brewing Co in Temecula, CA to understand. Yes, you will need to read into it a little to get the joke but I have confidence in you! I hope my confidence is not misplaced.

Hundreds of Hops self-guided US Hop Passport Brewery Tour Stop #13 (3rd stop for Washington)…read more This is a quaint & comfortable brewery, from the hand sewn coasters to the homemade dog beds, this place screams welcome home. Even if the beer was bad, you might still come here just for the vibe. Added bonus is that the beer IS good. We had a very solid IPA & coffee stout There was an odd experience of someone pulling into the parking lot, coming inside to use the restroom, then proceeding to cordially ask each table if they could spare $10 for gas money. Each table refused, she thanked everyone and left. Possibly a testimony to how welcoming the place appears.

Always a great tap list! Super friendly and helpful staff who seem like they enjoy working there…read more Huge plus- they're dog friendly. :)

The beer selection, on tap, and what is in the cooler is the reason to stop here. You can easily…read moreget some beer to go. I might do that the next time I stop. Met a couple of friends here after work. Like many places, they appear to have staffing shortages. There was only one person working, which meant they would disappear when food was ordered to prepare it. We understood and were patient. Our server was not very friendly, but was trying to handle everything. Music was not to our taste and rather loud which didn't really make it easy to relax after work.

This place is a gift to the neighborhood. Norm is the best…read moreowner of a restaurant/bar that I've met. Sarah (bar tender) is great. Regulars are friendly. 10 stars I will be back!

Busy place, always a good sign, the drinks were okay. Service was slow but friendly. Food was sub…read morepar, a couple people had the runs when they got home. That being said, I would try it again, I realize sometimes staffing issues in waitstaff, bartenders and cooks can be all over the map. Worth another try for sure!

The service was REALLY good. The waitress was attentive and the drinks were always full. I…read morementioned to the waitress that my daughter had a peanut allergy and she made sure to let the back of the house know. What really stood out was that kitchen manager or head chef walked out to deliver our food. Which gave me extra peace of mind regarding my child's severe allergy. The food was okay, it's what you would expect from a fast food restaurant. The cheese sticks were SO good! The cheese pull was 10/10. We also got the buffalo wings and Parmesan garlic fries, the fries were a little soggy. The regular Fries were crunchy though! Overall the service was the star of the show!

Food was hot and tasty. Kids had chicken fingers, Alfredo pasta and I tried the double burger. Kids…read moreespecially enjoyed the fries. Burger bun fell apart but overall was good. Service was fantastic! She was attentive and truly helped guide us through the play card/meal choices. Main dining area wasn't busy and was surprised when the seated next to the big screens, making it hard to watch. Host wasn't nice at all when we asked for a booth. There are three booths which she said were for reservations. They stayed empty the entire 2 hours we were there. WTH? Overall my four kids had a good time (ages from 10 to 18) ate everything and guess the $200+ was worth it.