Dinner at Wiley's Bistro is rich, savory comfort food done right, with generous portions, familiar favorites, and a menu worth lingering over. Excellent friendly service and cozy atmosphere. Wiley's Bistro 421 W Main Ave, Ste 104 Spokane What We Ordered: * Love Bun must order every single time. Spicy heat, crunchy bread, cheesy goodness... my favorite. * Prawns are exactly what you'd expect. * Smoked Mozzarella Baguette savory, garlicky, dip-happy bread vibes. * Beet Salad is a full 10/10. Fresh, balanced, and memorable. * Wedge Salad is classic and satisfying. * Ravioli Entrée no portobello; subbed with cheese ravioli, and it worked beautifully. Creamy, peppery, parmesan goodness. * Braised Short Ribs fork-tender, rich, drenched in a delicious wine gravy. * Mud Pie coffee ice cream vibes with Aztec fudge, cookie crumble, chocolate, and whipped cream. Kid-friendly note: No official kids menu, but they're happy to whip up a grilled cheese, hamburger, or quesadilla if needed. read more

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Romantic, quaint bistro in the heart of downtown. Delicious cocktails and hearty offerings, this is a definite place to try! Service was fantastic! - Wiley's Old fashioned served in a bowl of ice makes this a drink to remember. I typically prefer Woodford, but this is made with Makers. I loved how cold this drink was and it was delicious! - Their dirty martini was equally delicious and ice cold. It was very dirty and blue cheese stuffed olives were a plus. - the love bun was to die for- definitely a treat l, filled with ooey gooey cheese and a solid spice from the jalapeño. - the ravioli was delicious- hearty, filling and flavorful, served with a generous portion of chicken on top. - prawn phad thai was a gamble and not your typical fast order noodle dish. This flavorful dish was beautifully presented with ample prawns. It was extra saucy and a on the sweet side, which I didn't expect for phad thai but was glad I tried . I'm not sure I'd call it phad thai and that's probably the disconnect. It's more of a veggie and prawn noodle dish with a small Asian flair, definitely not a glamorous name , haha! Dessert The crème brûlée is the dessert winner - the citrus flair was light and refreshing. The mud pie was just ok. Lots of ice cream on a cookie crust but not sure I'd call it mud pie. read more

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Excellent food and service! Ingredients are of superb quality and fresh. Food is very tasty and prepared perfectly! Absolutely loved the flavor profile of my salmon dish- the crab on the salmon enhanced the salmon really well and the crispy risotto cake on the bottom was lovely! Their menu is innovative and interesting. All staff are very welcoming and I'd love to come back soon! read more

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4.5 Stars Delicious, unique, gourmet dishes in a cozy, classy environment. Honestly, I was drawn in by the Beef Wellington ($45+$25 on the menu). It was perfectly cooked and everything I could have hoped for it to be. A+++ from Gordon Ramsey. The chicken mushroom ravioli ($32) was also marvelous - and came in a creamy dreamy sauce. We split this between three people. The entrees all air on the salty, fatty, heavy, flavorful, rich side. Presentation of everything is beautiful. Staff are wonderful. read more

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Excellent service from Ellie today! She is efficient, friendly and knowledgeable. I asked for a recommendation on the appetizer, I had two dishes I was considering. I landed on the mozzarella and it did not disappoint! Dan was at the bar and the restaurant got busy, with Ellie leading the charge of taking care of the whole place. I can't say enough about how flawlessly professional and efficient she is! Wiley's is lucky to have her. There's music in the background, not overwhelming. Quiet enough that it does not interfere with conversation. Food, service and vibe are all great. I'm really grateful I found this place on my work trip today ! read more

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Wiley's was good. I can see why the reviews are so positive. The night I went, it was extremely slow. Only one other table was occupied. I had the love bun appetizer, which was a delight for someone who loves bread as much as I do. Admittedly, it was a lot to eat by myself, but I ate probably 7/8 of it. I then had a salmon dish with crabmeat and I think over a risotto base. It was delicious with one exception - the salmon was a little dry/tough, which was disappointing considering I was visiting the Pacific Northwest and (like most) consider salmon something of a signature food for that area. I expected much better. I've had far better *pieces of salmon* in plenty of other places. However, the was it was prepared was quite excellent, so I'm chalking it up to a slow night or even an off night, subtracting one star. Other than the quality of the fish, it was a fantastic meal. If I ever have the chance to return, I expect better. read more

Wiley's Downtown Bistro - Love bun - New American Near Me - Spokane, Washington

UPDATE: The restaurant called me yesterday. The manager was very kind, apologized for the experience, and wanted to make it right. My intention with the review was only to share my experience, not to make them feel like they owed me anything. So, for them to reach out and call me was really going above and beyond. I will definitely give them another shot. Our past experiences were genuinely so great and we really loved their food. Maybe it was just an off night. Thanks again to the restaurant for reaching out. It was very kind. read more

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I went here with my family a few weeks ago and our service was excellent! The food was a little meh and parking isn't great since it's downtown, but overall an enjoyable experience. read more

As they say 'you can't go back home again'. Back in Spokane several years after my last visit and I had such a great experience at Wiley's I just knew I had to return. Made my reservation and checked out the menu online. Some new items appeared to have been added and my favorite from my first visit seems to have been retired. But still, I was looking forward to a return trip! The only problem was as I walked to where I remembered the restaurant was, it wasn't there! They had moved, to a much nicer space, with a high-end feel! How cool is that! Although my favorites from my previous visit were gone, they had a number of new options that were again delish and great on the palette. Terrific service, same as before, has not gone anywhere and in some cases, even better. So to sum up, Wiley's is a great choice in downtown Spokane for a finer dining experience (you can always hit Clinkerdagger for a more homestyle experience). read more

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The atmosphere was really nice and cozy. Music playing but not so loud you can't hear one another talking. The service was top notch. We hadn't been there before so our server explained everything and answered any questions. The food was amazing. I had the crab topped salmon and the risotto cake was a great addition to the meal. I've never had anything like that. The desserts were even better! We ordered one of every dessert and boy am I glad we did. Each one was fabulous with the key lime tart being our favorite with Creme Brûlée right there next to it. I've never had such a smooth crème brûlée in my life! This isn't the best picture of the desserts, but trust me, they were so good and we will be back for sure for dinner and dessert! read more

Wiley's Downtown Bistro - Dessert! Key lime tart, Pots de Crème, Mud Pie and Crème Brûlée. - New American Near Me - Spokane, Washington

I came here twice while living in Spokane. Once for Valentine's Day and once for my graduation dinner. Service on Valentine's Day was AMAZING with the coursed meal. Service the second time around, not so much. Regardless, the food both times were delicious. I tried the salmon the first time and the top sirloin the second time. Definitely one of the better meals I've had when living in Spokane! read more

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Wow. Just wow. Someone went to chef school. Excellent salmon with a crab accent and a delicious risotto cake and asparagus. Also excellent duck confit. Do not attempt the mud pie dessert on your own. Really nice wine list. I'm not easily impressed, and I am officially impressed. read more

We decided to check out Wiley's bistro from all the great reviews and my yelpers did not disappoint!!! We had a wonderful dinner. I think they were skeptical of us with our 2 kids at a foodie fine dining place, but our kids have been with us everywhere. They know how to act and love good food! Our drinks were delicious! Our food was amazing. The kids loved their food! Fast forward two years from the last review I forgot to post... We ventured to Wiley's again. The address had changed so when we arrived the building looked different. We came in and decided we hadn't been here before. After dinner I went in to post about the great meal and saw my unposted Yelp review. When we were getting ready to leave, the gal told us they had moved, lol. Our server Jaime was wonderful. Very cheerful and helpful with the menu. They had a great drink menu. My husband loved the blackberry bramble and the mango Lima was delicious as well. The special was calamari with sauces and shishito pepper and capers, we nearly licked the plate. Best part is almost the whole menu is gluten free or can be. For dinner my husband had his first ever beef Wellington. It was cooked perfectly, med rare, and he ate every bite! I ordered the special gnocchi served with Parmesan crusted salmon. It was so good, unfortunately I stuffed myself with calamari and couldn't finish it. Thank goodness for to go containers. We ordered the crispy Brussel sprouts, they were yummy as well! The worst part was our meals were so good we had no room for dessert! read more

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We have been on a cross country road trip eating our way through many states in the last week. Yesterday was probably the most easy going part of our trip as we are close to our final destination. So we decided to get a proper meal in Spokane as we settled in to our hotel for the night at a reasonable time. Husband found Wiley's downtown bistro while looking through restaurants and we decided to go there. And boy am I glad we did. It was 5 star on both fronts - food and service. We got there at 8:15pm. Saw they had outdoor tables and got our pup - this made the meal all the more relaxing. While he was out getting the dog from the car, our server dropped the menus by. Husband came back and looked through the menu. Our server stopped by a couple of times but at no point did we feel rushed to place an order. We got the crab puffs, salmon and sirloin. The crab puffs were amazing. Buttery, yummy deliciousness. They were gone in no time. The salmon was good and the risotto cake was unique - crunchy and perfect pairing with the salmon. Husband loved his steak, ate most of his Yukon and had to split half his mushrooms with me because they were so darn good. To my regret I was tooo full for dessert. But it made my heart happy to have this relaxing delicious meal. Probably the most relaxed we had been in the last week or so. Thank you for such a wonderful experience! read more

Located on Main Street in Downtown Spokane, Wiley's Downtown Bistro is the ideal place to enjoy a meal before a show at the First Interstate Center for the Arts. This restaurant has a nice wine list and local art on the walls, making it an inviting space. During my most recent visit, I sat in the bar area, so the bartender was also my server. He was a little busy taking on both roles, but still was friendly and attentive. To start I had a cup of the butternut squash soup, which was the daily soup during my visit. It was so good and sprinkled with roasted pepitas. For dinner I ordered the Cesar salad with grilled chicken. The salad was overly dressed, so maybe ask for dressing on the side or light dressing. The grilled chicken was perfectly cooked. read more

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The food was really good. I had the beet salad with Salmon cooked medium rare. It was cooked perfectly m the atmosphere was very comfortable and the decor was very cute. The establishment was clean. The service was very good and our server was very attentive. Nice place I would eat here again if ever back on Spokane. read more

Wiley's Downtown Bistro - New American Near Me - Spokane, Washington

Ok... first off the food and plating was perfect! The tastes are worth the trip and a visit hands down. My only issue was the beef was over done. Now if it sat in a steamer or liquid crock pot it probably would have been juicy and off the chart but it was not there. But everything else was on point. Service was fantastic even though they were pretty busy. read more

Wiley's Downtown Bistro - New American Near Me - Spokane, Washington

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Exceptional Experience @ Wiley's Downtown Bistro in Spokane, WA. !!! Absolutely wonderful service by Lindsey. The whole front of house worked seamlessly and very well together. The restaurant itself was small but robust and featured original oil paintings throughout. We were lucky enough to be welcomed here, as they got very busy with their reservations in the early evening hours this past Saturday. Drinks were flavorful. The Beet salad made us pucker with delight. The tasty Pescatarian entrees and their accoutrements were thoughtfully paired and savored. We'll make sure to have a reservation for the next time! Thank you so much. Highly recommend. read more

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We happened upon this place on our girls trip from Missoula back to Seattle. This place was delicious. Everything was great! We stopped for lunch after opening and all were happy we did! Wish I was closer bc I would come here every week! read more

Wiley's Downtown Bistro - New American Near Me - Spokane, Washington

As I was walking around the downtown area of Spokane on a sleepy and dreary Monday evening, Wiley's was just the place I needed to find! Inside there is a large amount of tables and a few seats at the bar. I got a table right at the window to look out on the street and loved the twinkle light vibes! My server was very helpful and able to get me exactly what I wanted. I am not a huge fan of spicy so appreciated the warning that the blackened shrimp were spicy and the waiter was able to have the chef hold off on the seasoning so I could still enjoy the dish I wanted. The chocolate mousse was well balanced and flavorful and I love that it was vegan and gluten free. The shrimp were fresh and well prepared and I loved the sweet chili sauce that they came with. Look forward to my next trip to Spokane to visit! read more

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It's always a treat to dine @wileysdowntownbistro . We were excited to check out their new real estate (just around the corner from their old spot). Red brick, soft lighting and wood ceiling beams create a cozy environment. We indulged in some warm dishes to heat us up on this brisk evening. Please go visit as soon as possible! . Butternut squash soup with toasted pepitas Fresh crusty bread with herb butter Duck confit huckleberry reduction | heirloom carrot |orange zest | everything yukon Braised short ribs rosemary | green peppercorn | red wine pan sauce | everything yukon. Wiley's Downtown Bistro 421 W Main Ave, Ste 104, Spokane, WA 99201 read more

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Perfect date night spot. We tried quite a few things on the menu and loved every item. I'd say it was probably the best meal I've had locally in awhile. Really happy we tried it out and would definitely be back. read more

The service was amazing. Our waitress was so nice and attentive but my salmon was sooooo dry. Apparently everyone else at my table didn't enjoy their food either. The appetizers were delightful. We got the prawn cocktail and Brie appetizers. The ambiance would be perfect for a date night and the espresso martini was exactly what I needed. So maybe just do light bites and drinks. read more

Wiley's Downtown Bistro - Crab Wild Salmon - New American Near Me - Spokane, Washington

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Went here for a work dinner and had a great time. We had a large party and they provided a fabulous waitress. She was so helpful and made sure we didn't want for anything. When we arrived she already had waters on the table waiting for us and came within a couple of moment to get out drink orders. The food took a while to come out but luckily we ordered appetizers to take the edge off. We got the garlic crestini, the warm bre and soup/salads. Everything was very tasty and came with exceptional service. My entree, the Short Rib was very beautiful when it arrived but the taste didn't match. The rib was dry and chewy but the green peppercorn sauce was tasty. The potatoes were rich and perfectly seasoned but cold and stiff when they arrived. I chose not to bring this up as our party was large, it was already late and they were so kind to stay open past closing for our group. Everyone enjoyed their food and I will absolutely go back to try a different dish. Next time I would like to try a lunch option. read more

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Wiley's has excellent service and some of the best food I've had ! Great downtown location . We had the ahi tower for an appetizer which was amazing. My wife had the halibut which we both thought was perfectly prepared and delicious. I had the pesto chicken tortellini and really loved it . Our drinks were perfect and our server was spot on and did everything perfectly. I highly recommend Wiley's bistro. read more

Excellent all around - stater Brie was amazing. Wagyu steak and Ravioli were fabulous. Key Lime dessert was refreshing and tasty. Service great, too. read more

Food was incredible. Went for my husbands birthday and our service was stellar. Went had the duck confit with huckleberry reduction that is just heavenly and the sockeye salmon on special. A rustic but intimate dining experience. Great cocktails! read more

my mom and i stopped in on Saturday night and were able to get a table. thankfully because we were early and didn't have a reservation. The wait staff was very kind and helpful. The food was amazing. Drinks were great. and the atmosphere was very peaceful. Will definitely be back! read more

There's a reason everyone in the Spokane area takes their visiting family and friends to Wiley's Downtown Bistro. It is absolutely DELICIOUS! OMG, we had the best lunch here a few weeks ago. The restaurant is cute, and in an excellent location in Spokane's walkable downtown near the Riverfront Park. The service was super friendly and as mentioned previously, the food is out of this world delicious with options for all. We will definitely be back! read more

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I had a reservation at 6:30 but we had an issue with our plans beforehand and I called to see if they could get us in earlier and they could get us in a spot at the bar tables. Cool! We showed up and it was empty but quickly filled up so I was glad I called. The place was cute- exposed brick with artwork by local artists, twinkle lights and 90's music. Very cute. The waitress was very sweet and made me a delicious mango-ginger mocktail which I really enjoyed. My husband got a pomegranate martini. We ordered the halibut fish cakes (the special) and the love bun for an appetizer. The halibut was not my taste at all--there was a very Smokey flavor that overpowered anything. I only ate a couple bites but my husband was super hungry so he ate them even though he didn't care for them either. The love bun however was the star of the show-- best thing we ordered! I got short ribs and my husband got the sirloin. The short rib meat was ok but wasn't anything standout. I ate a couple bites and boxed the rest. The potatoes were soooo salty I couldn't even eat them. My husband liked his steak but also said his potatoes were too salty. I was really very bummed with the majority of the food but the ambiance and service was great. Likely won't be coming back here. read more

Came in on a Thursday night and it was booming. I didn't have reservations but I was seated at the bar with my husband immediately, which I appreciated. It does get busy, so if you want to ensure a table or have a larger group, I recommend reservations. I got a cocktail and thought it was good, tasted good with a bit of flair to it. Ordered the beet salad and short rib. It was really cool how they split one portion into two plates for us to share (: The shirt ribs was delicious, but took longer than it should have... it was about 45 minutes before our dinner came. The service was really nice and apologetic though and would often check up on us. read more

Was in Spokane several weeks back. Went to Wiley's and was very impressed! Unbelievable flavor in the dishes we ordered and great service. Hidden gem. No doubt will be going back next time we're in the area. read more

WOW! Awesomely delicious food, great service nice atmosphere. We had the evenings specials, Halibut with polenta cake and asparagus as well a the lamb chops with a risotto and creamy Mediterranean sauce. I can't believe we waited so long to come here. The drinks were tasty, I had the Sidekick. One spicy jalapeño drink! My husband had a local beer from Lumberbeard. Both specials were so delicious! Magic with food is all I can say. Cool and sugary Crème Brûlée for dessert. Portions were perfect (we shared), service was great Makyla was excellent. Attentive but not hovering. She knew the offerings of the evening and was able to assist us in making our choices. Reminded me that the drink was spicy, again and made sure we were happy with everything. For the incredible food and super service we will definitely come back. Try them out, I mean it! Sorry about the plates pics, we each took a bite before I remembered to snap a photo. read more

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Makyla set us up beautifully. Ahi Tower, wedge salad rolled out, djrinks, bottomless martini glass on ice, so fun! Short rib presentation fantastic. Super ample chicken raviolli, loved that. . Winner winner...man I really hate that phrase. read more

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Our food was fantastic and the service was excellent. I had the salmon special perfectly cooked and a combination of Southern flavors that blew my mind! My husband had the duck with huckleberry Demi glaze it was so delicious! read more

Wiley's Downtown Bistro - salmon special with a southern flare! - New American Near Me - Spokane, Washington

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The mix of amazing service, impeccable food, and a great setting sets this place apart from others. I've seen Michael Wiley pouring his love into the Spokane food scene all over social media, and getting to experience a dinner service here was a treat. I had high expectations, and they were blown away. I will be back and will support any venture this man sets his mind to! read more

Our server Dan was amazing and attentive. We started with sharing the asparagus as an appetizer and it was phenomenal. I had the huckleberry lemonade which came in an adorable glass and tasted perfect with dinner. I ordered the crab topped salmon and it was amazing. The beef short ribs were amazing as well. Pictures attached of the yummy dinner. We ate the asparagus too quickly for a photo. And finished with a margarita pie that was delicious. We will definitely be back! read more

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Saw the reviews and now we know why they are so good. We didn't have reservations on a Friday night but went around 5 and got seated right away at a table in the bar. Dan the bartender served us and made a wine recommendation that we both enjoyed. My husband had the chicken and mushroom ravioli with cream sauce. It was both delicious and filling. I had the salmon with crab which was also tasty and filling. We boxed half so we could try the mud pie dessert which we heard good things about. It was a huge serving and we scraped the plate. People kept coming in the whole time we were there and the place was packed by the time we left. Definitely will return and bring friends. read more

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Must go! Top seafood, Top Wagyu steak and all around culinary excellence im Spokane. This is an absolute gem of a chef and restaurant. We had Wagyu surf n turf, cooked perfectly and extremely tender and flavorful. Salmon topped with crab, excellent combinations and accompaniments. We had the ahi tower and crab puff pastry, both were phenomenal and each exceptional flavors. We also had mushrooms sides, Brussels sprouts and Pot de Creme. Everything was above top notch, great prices for the quality of food your receive. I can't wait to return and tell everyone about this remarkable spot! read more

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I can see why this place is popular! Located downtown (good luck finding parking) they did a nice job with the building leaving exposed brick on the walls and high ceilings. Soft music playing and not too loud so good conversation can flow! I received a warm greeting as I entered and my server was very friendly. Started with a cup of chicken jalapeño and cheddar soup. It came in a VERY SMALL cup! The soup had nice flavor to it but had a lot of pepper in it (that was not needed). For my meal I ordered the short ribs. It was basically a pot roast with a yummy wine reduction sauce. The meat was too try and I used all the sauce to help it. Almost asked for more sauce but didn't! This dish was garnished with lots of WHOLE peppercorns and after taking a bite with them in it had to pick them out of the dish with my hands. Not good! I should have stopped here but orders the mud pie for dessert. The mocha ice cream was good but they put HUGE chunks of frozen fudge randomly inside and it resulted in getting bites of just the frozen fudge. It had low quality chocolate chips on top that they could have left off. Nice meal that was good but not great, and after tip I spent $77 (water to drink) and for $77 I want a GREAT MEAL, which they just didn't provide. Won't be back. read more

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