Top 10 Places to Eat in Spokane, Washington

Spokane has a thriving foodie scene with African, Asian, Italian, and classic American fare. This list of restaurants will guide you to the best places to eat in Spokane, allowing you to witness the history and character of the city while enjoying culinary experiences to suit all tastes! Discover the best restaurants Spokane has to offer, with amazing options near you!

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1. Anthony's

If you love seafood, you'll love Anthony's at Spokane Falls. Located in the heart of downtown Spokane, you'll experience fresh fare and a beautiful overlooking view of the roaring falls. Their menu features fresh Northwest seafood and produce and they serve lunch and dinner daily. The view of the cascading river gushing over Spokane Falls provides a beautiful backdrop for your dining experience.

Anthony's at Spokane Falls

Italia Tratoria Lamb Ragu

2. Italia Trattoria

A delightful restaurant in the city’s oldest district of Browne’s Addition, Italia Trattoria features an ever-changing menu based on seasonal produce. “Their focus is on the highest quality Italian food and with lamb ragu and wild boar frequenting the menu you know they mean business. But this hot spot can get busy so book ahead” says Edward Browne, a travel blogger at Writemyx and Next Coursework.

Italia Trattoria

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3. Outsider

Outsider is a contemporary American restaurant in Spokane that serves up delicious, locally-sourced dishes with a focus on seasonal ingredients. The menu changes frequently, but you can always expect to find creative and flavorful options like the blood orange burrata salad, the guanciale pizza, and the strawberry shortcake. The restaurant also has a great wine list and a relaxed atmosphere, making it a perfect place to enjoy a special occasion or a casual night out.

Outsider

Wooden City, one of the best restaurants in Spokane

4. Wooden City

Located in the historic Genesee building on Riverside Avenue in downtown Spokane, Wooden City boasts a large dining room with mezzanine seating and an open-layout kitchen. The menu features casual American fare including burgers, wood-fired pizza, a killer chicken sandwich, and housemade pasta. The high attention to detail and French and Italian influencers, make Wooden City a must-eat restaurant in Spokane.

Wooden City

5. Sorella

Sorella is a new Italian restaurant in Spokane's Kendall Yards neighborhood. It's owned and operated by Lauren Blumenthal, who has over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry. Sorella is known for its classic Italian dishes made with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Did we mention, fresh pasta? The menu features dishes such as spaghetti carbonara, rigatoni alla vodka, and grilled branzino. Sorella also has a great wine list and a selection of craft cocktails.

Sorella

Spokane's best new restaurant
Pictured: Kismet Spokane

6. Kismet

Kismet is a Latin-inspired restaurant in Spokane, Washington. It is owned and operated by a husband-and-wife team, Daniel Gonzalez and Monica York. Kismet is unique in Spokane for its focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients and its creative take on Latin cuisine. The menu features dishes such as pan-seared cod with mole aioli, braised pork cheeks with ricotta cilantro pesto, and duck confit carnitas with mole caramel. Kismet is also known for its excellent cocktails, which are made with fresh juices and local ingredients.

Kismet

7. Mizuna

Situated in the heart of downtown Spokane, Mizuna is the quintessential dining experience for locals and visitors. They focus on sourcing the freshest ingredients and keeping the food simple to let the quality of the ingredients shine. They use organic produce whenever possible, and all-natural, sustainable meats. Enjoy looking through their full vegetarian menu. Words to describe their cuisine are seasonal, honest, and clean.

Mizuna

Queen of Sheba Spokane Restaurant

8. Queen of Sheba

The authentic Ethiopian cuisine of the Queen of Sheba is a local favorite. “Truly traditional dining will find you reaching for the injera flatbread in lieu of cutlery, scooping up their perfectly spiced dishes. The kitfo, tender steak pieces marinated in their own spiced butter is sure to please, as well as a broad selection of vegetarian options coming with berbere sauce” comments Cathy Lang, a lifestyle writer at Brit Student and 1 Day 2 Write.

Queen of Sheba

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9. Wild Sage American Bistro

Wild Sage is an award-winning establishment with a focus on the freshest ingredients locally procured. American and Asian fusion combine on an appetizing menu and a long wine list will let you find the perfect pairing. Salads such as the irresistible Green Goddess Chop will leave you feeling good, and all dishes are made to order meaning customization and dietary accommodation is no problem. The whimsical atmosphere makes it a perfect date venue, but the delicious food might leave you lost for words.

Wild Sage

10. Italian Kitchen

If you're craving authentic Italian cuisine, the Italian Kitchen in downtown Spokane is the place to go. Enjoy an affordable and exquisite dining experience with exceptional service. All their items are fresh and you can count on them for the best lunch delivery program in town.

Italian Kitchen

Whether it’s a juicy burger washed down with a local craft beer or a crunchy green salad you’re craving, Spokane’s got you covered with the best restaurants in the Pacific Northwest!

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