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The Viking

4.0 (112 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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Alvaro F.

Came to The Viking after our adult volleyball league for food and drinks. I usually order the mozzarella sticks tossed in Buffalo sauce (you get like five but they're HUGE), however, I was feeling very drained physically and wanted some protein. Ended up going with the chicken strips tossed in their Buffalo sauce with sweet potato fries! Best choice this week. It was delicious and hit the spot. 10/10 love this place.

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Jeff B.

Man, what a survivor this place is. In the late 80s and early 90s, this was a place to be--and be seen. Hotties and Heros, all adorned in cheap a** White Shoulders/Aspen colognes, with everyone trying to get....well, you know. It has been several renditions of a dive bar over the decades, but regardless of ownership, it has had the staying power to be a good pre-game cocktail(s) before a sporting event at the arena, or just a nice local for friends to meet. Current crew are doing great; food is hearty for carnivores; and, the patrons are a diverse blend of well-dressed/mannered middle agers. What a nice, nostalgic little trip to my past this lunch was...

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Conni M.

We haven't been here for quite awhile. It's still dark inside and they still have a lot of beers. There were 3 women behind the bar having a conversation while we waited to be acknowledged. Eventually we were. I had the house Margarita ($6 for Happy Hour) and my husband had a an Ayinger draft. The Margarita was super good - better than most at other places where they're $10. Since it was Tuesday they had a list of specials. We chose the 2 Street Tacos for $5 with ground beef. They were sooo good! They have a lot of interesting food on their regular menu so we'll try something else next time. Meeting my friends here next Tuesday, though!

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Erika G.

Our server was friendly and anticipated our every need. Our food came quickly and was very tasty. The drinks were super tasty. But the buffalo chicken nachos were 10/10!

Tom T.

The Viking qualifies as a sports bar, lots of TVs with ESPN and games on. They have two pool tables and lots of tables and some bar space for patrons . . . the interior is a bit on the dark side but comfortable for me. Tap beers are listed on a chalk board and they have a lot of 'em (see pics) . . . I had the River City Red the first time in, but I went for the Golden Handle Blonde this time (was torn between the Blonde and the Hop Valley Pale Ale and the waitress got me samples); the Pale Ale was good but that Blonde was excellent! The Fish and Chips is my order . . . pretty much everywhere (note: some of the old menu pics show Mahi Mahi F&C, that's old info. Cod F&Cs now). The Fish was wonderful, nearly best in town, so close to my other favorite that it's hard to decide. The fries were very good and I had a few tots and they were good.

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Mark G.

Ive got to say this place has become one of my goto spot for lunch ,every day they have a special ......monday wings .......tuesday tacos 2 tacos 6$ and there tasty and decent size , which has been my tuesday hang ,good beer selection, and great service , even if they're busy the guys always confirm your there and will be with you shortly..........

Wednesday burger special, American cheese, garlic aoli, house made pickles

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Go now! Get off the internet and drive to the Viking for awesome service, beer selection and great food! GO!

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Came from Seattle and found this gem. Good food, good beer, good service. Highly recommended

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Great service. Cool atmosphere. Amazing to die for food (I had the Chicago Philly) will definitely be back next time we are in Spokane.

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One of the best burgers I've had in Spokane. Also good beer selections and awesome wings.

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Great service and food was fabulous!! Food came out quick. We be back for good drink and food.

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I have come to The Viking several times before. Today we were met with such rudeness, even before we were seated.

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Great place to grab a bite if you like great food. Their brisket sandwich and bacon jam burger is fantastic!

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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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4.3(153 reviews)
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It's time for our annual trip to Spokane for my wife's immersion and if you follow my reviews at…read moreall, you know that my job on vacation is to coordinate the food. This evening we decided we would go to Sorella. A gorgeous photo of their focaccia brought us in. Since finishing chemo and radiation for my breast cancer, food has been an interesting experience for me, so when I want something, I go for it immediately. I will note, if you're interested in trying Sorella, BOOK A TABLE! We were able to snag seats at the bar, but even on a Tuesday, this place is in demand, and after enjoying our meal, I can see why. When we walked in, we were stunned. Beyond the natural light flooding into the roo,m there were gorgeous deep teal walls with a gallery wall and gold accents. The bar was adorned with gorgeous counter tops that had low lights, and a mix of velvety chairs gave it a soft luxe feel. The aroma of the food was lightly sprinkled throughout, and the décor were simply stunning. It would be a great place to celebrate a birthday, anniversary, date night or just a casual moment with friends. A full menu is available at the bar and the staff was incredibly attentive - more details on our experience are below, after the food review. Now let's talk about what we ordered. We got the Focaccia (of course), Arancini, Dante's meatballs, the Cesare, the Limone and a Pasta Speciale. Focaccia - 10/10 I love when food tastes as good as it looks. The focaccia melted in my mouth and carried so much flavor on its own. The whipped brown butter was such an excellent addition and truly a masterpiece to add to it. I could have easily ordered two more (and I should have). Arancini - My rating 7/10, My wife's rating 9/10 The presentation was beautiful on this dish. My rating centers around my taste buds not aligning with the flavor profile, and not really knowing what to expect. I find myself preferring a stronger, almost cheesy flavor now, and this was a bit more subtle. My wife, however, fully enjoyed them and loved the flavor they carried even without the sauce. Dante's Meatballs 10/10 Spectacular, give me 12! These were so delicious, the meat was so flavorful and the sauce, WHEW the sauce was delicious. Yes, we did dip the focaccia in the sauce. Cesare - 10/10 I love a good salad, and Caesar is my favorite. At other restaurants, I find myself wanting more dressing or more flavor ,and I often feel like pieces of the salad are missed when preparing. This salad was dressed from end to end. We squeezed the lemon on top, and it sealed the deal. Every bite was fresh and had a slight crunch and crisp that was exactly what we were looking for. Limone - 10/10 When we looked at the menu, my wife glanced over and immediately knew what I was ordering, and after my first bite, I was so glad that I did. The execution of this dish was perfect. The noodles were thick and almost creamy alongside the butter, and there was the perfect balance with the parmigiana reggiano. When I order it again (because we will be back), I will definitely add prawns. Pasta Speciale - 8/10 I meant to snap a photo of the menu, but this was on the special menu. There were prawns, mornay, garlic, arugula and a few other things that I am forgetting. The prawns were incredibly fresh, as were the noodles, and the flavors blended very nicely in this dish. Lemonade - 10/10 The lemonade was delicious! I don't know that I've mentioned this on any of my reviews before, but I love lemonade and order it with every meal outside of breakfast. This lemonade was the perfect balance of tart and sweet. Limoncello - 10/10 We shared two of the housemade limoncello shots to go as we were checking out, and I wish I had recorded our reaction. The execution of the flavor was perfect, and it definitely packed a punch! Our server/bartender was Mary Katherine, and beyond being the sweetest, she was also incredibly knowledgable of the menu. As luck would have it, we ended up sitting next to the owner's family and got to chat with her amazing Mother throughout the night (who was kind enough to let her try some of her delicious lasagna) and ended up meeting the owner. Lauren, the owner, took a pause to talk to us, and it was so evident that she is truly such a brilliant and sweet soul. She radiates, and who she is as a person aligns exactly with how Sorella feels: ethereal. Overall, we had an amazing experience, from the ambiance to the service, the conversation at the bar, and the delicious food. We cannot wait to try Fratello's, the sandwich shop also owned by Lauren, this week.

We really loved the ambiance at Sorella -- beautiful, intimate, and such a great atmosphere for a…read moredate night. The staff was also attentive, friendly, and welcoming throughout our visit. The arancini was delicious, and my fiancé absolutely loved his steak. He said it was incredibly tender and cooked really well. It didn't come with any sides besides roasted tomatoes and a few ribbons of zucchini. Unfortunately, my meal was more of a mixed experience. I ordered the alla vodka, but the sauce had a strong goat cheese flavor to me, which I really don't enjoy. I didn't notice goat cheese listed in the description, so that was an unexpected flavor for me. I also added chicken breast to the pasta for an additional $14, and unfortunately it was very bland, dry, and stringy. For that price, I expected the chicken to be much better. The Caesar salad was beautifully presented, but it lacked the punchy, savory flavor I usually love in a Caesar. Overall, we enjoyed the atmosphere, service, drinks, and some of the food, but for us, Sorella feels more like a place we'd return to for drinks and appetizers rather than a full dinner experience. I'd definitely come back for the ambiance and to try some of the other small plates, though!

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