Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Spokane

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Updated December 05, 2024

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Ambrosia Bistro & Wine Bar

4.9

4.9 (303)

$30 and under

Bistro

Spokane Valley

About the restaurant

Ambrosia Bistro was conceived by Scott and Kara Cook to bring a feeling of downtown to the Spokane Valley. Located near historic Millwood, our inventive cuisine, great selection of spirits and Northwest wines, as well as our attentive staff are all designed to make your visit to Ambrosia a truly memorable one.

We have seasonal patio dining, a full bar, both booth and table seating, and we are fully handicapped accessible. Our flexible seating allows us to accommodate groups up to 45 people with advanced notice. We also offer off-site catering for groups up to 150.

Top review

Debbie

Dined 5 days ago

Our waiter was Tanner & he was superb. The wine we wanted was not available and the suggestion he made was even better! A fabulous Petit Verdot that is local we would not have known about. We had a brie & chutney crostini that was delicious. My husband had the Short Rib was the most tender we've ever had & so flavorful. I had an Apricot Chicken dish in a cream sauce that was divine! This will definitely be a go to place for us. The ambience was low key quiet & comfortable. They could improve on the Dennys silverware tho 😆

Sorella

4.8

4.8 (535)

$31 to $50

Italian

Spokane

About the restaurant

Reservations are strongly recommended. Our full service bar has 14 seats and accommodates walk-in's on a first come, first served basis. While there is no dress code at Sorella, we encourage guests to dress smart casual. The music volume in the restaurant is loud with a lively vibe.

We have a 10-minute grace period for late arrivals before your reservation will be canceled. No shows or cancellations made less than 24 hours will be subject to a $25 per person cancellation fee. You are beholden to your party size, your party size (unless circumstances allow) cannot be adjusted. We ask that you do not make multiple reservations with the intent to be seated together.

We do our best to accommodate all guests in a timely manner, please be mindful of your dining time with us.

Reservations are available 42 days in advance at 12:00am PST. We accept reservations for up to 6 guests a la carte. For parties larger than 6, please reach out to us by email at info@sorellaspokane.com.

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Julie

Dined 2 days ago

Sorella was perfect! The food, the ambience, and the service went above and beyond our expectations! We had the fish of the day, guanciale pasta, bolognese, affogato and espresso service at the end of our meal. The wine list was exceptional! I highly recommend Sorella as one of my favorite restaurants in Spokane!

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Wild Sage American Bistro

4.9

4.9 (2655)

$31 to $50

Bistro

Spokane

About the restaurant

Opened in 2006, the first thing you'll experience at Wild Sage American Bistro is the rich earth tones and classic architectural details that make our bistro both relaxing and refined. Walls of windows saturate our interior space with abundant natural light during the day and provide an intimate atmosphere at night. You'll find our three dining areas allow for conversations to flow comfortably yet privately for a wonderful dining experience.
We have designed a menu that allows us to be creative on a daily basis, and work within the limits of what is in season and available. We are always looking for unique ingredients to highlight. Local beef, regional fresh fish, local gardens, heirloom vegetables fruits and tomatoes. We describe our style as “Regionally Sourced Northwest Cuisine”. It just makes sense using local ingredients at the peak of their quality and freshness.

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C LovonVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Location has been a favorite for years and only gets better. Entrees duck and pork were excellent

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Popular dish

Wild Sage Burger

Popular dish

Pork Tenderloin Aupoivre

Popular dish

Harvest Salad

Italia Trattoria

4.9

4.9 (1811)

$31 to $50

Italian

Spokane

About the restaurant

Please see our website for our policies and for our daily menu. Italia Trattoria is a regionally inspired Italian restaurant located in historic Browne’s Addition neighborhood. Chef Anna Vogel’s European heritage and world travels have greatly influenced her menu which changes almost daily and features house made pastas, fresh seafood, and naturally raised meats. Our commitment to cooking with seasonal, local produce and top quality Italian products has differentiated Italia Trattoria from any other restaurant in the Inland Northwest. Our approach is both welcoming and knowledgeable, where guests come and go feeling well cared for and excited about their whole experience. James Beard Foundation Semi Finalist Chef Anna Vogel.

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Tom

Dined 2 days ago

Always a great time! Food was delicious and very creative.

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Churchill's Steakhouse

4.8

4.8 (860)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Spokane

About the restaurant

Churchill's is truly one of the country's great steakhouses. It is one of only a handful of steakhouses that exclusively serves 100% USDA Prime beef from midwestern, corn fed cattle. Our beef is dry-aged and meticulously handled by our expert team. The steaks are then cooked in a custom made, top heated, radiant broiler at temperatures of 1,800 to 2,200 degrees sealing in the savory juices.

Churchill's impressive menu includes USDA Prime domestic Lamb Chops, Duroc Pork Chops, fresh fish and shellfish and other seasonal seafood offerings such as Copper River Salmon.

Our bakery turns out fresh baked dinner rolls daily along with a variety of home made cakes and desserts. First timers must try our famous "Chocolate Sack".

Our lively cocktail lounge, located in the lower level, has an elegant yet casual atmosphere.

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Marcea

Dined 5 days ago

Very nice place to go for Christmas Eve. Filet was amazing. Sirloin was a little tough. Overall was very good. Definitely will go back

Elkins Resort on Priest Lake

4.8

4.8 (261)

$30 and under

American

Spokane

About the restaurant

**Reservations for inside main dining area only. Outdoor & casual dining is first come, first serve.**
Head Chef, Josh Hobbs, continues the Elkins Resort tradition of excellent dining! Experience our signature herb and parmesan Halibut or our famous 32 oz Prime bone-in Tomahawk steak. We serve the highest quality cuts of meat and fish prepared with colorful, savory sauces to bring you a dining experience that you will surely rave about. Reservations for 6 or more require a credit card, subject to a 24 hour cancellation policy. A $20 per guest charge may be applied for cancellations or no-shows within 24 hours.

Open breakfast, lunch and dinner, in the summer months we invite you to relax by the lake with a meal or one of our famous Huckleberry Daiquiris. The lodge and Trapper Creek Lounge offer free wireless internet, 3 flat screen TV’s, air conditioning and a commanding view of Priest Lake and Chimney Rock. July and August offers Sunday Night movies on the lawn.

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NancyVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Elkins Restaurant never fails to deliver beautiful ambiance, tasty food and excellent friendly service. We shared the Tomahawk Ribeye which was excellent!

Luna Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (1169)

$31 to $50

Northwest

Spokane

About the restaurant

Luna welcomes you to our vibrant, seasonally-inspired neighborhood restaurant that stays committed to supporting our local NW food community partners. We strive to offer our guests an elevated dining experience. Live Deliciously!

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Debbie

Dined 5 days ago

Christmas Eve dinner for two. The food was excellent and service was good but a bit slow however, it was Christmas Eve and they were very busy! Despite it being a packed house, we never felt rushed. Always love the atmosphere at Luna and the holiday decor added to the already wonderful ambiance.

Twigs Bistro and Martini Bar - Wandermere

4.9

4.9 (500)

$30 and under

American

Spokane

About the restaurant

Prepare for a unique dining experience that is casual yet memorable. Visit Twigs and you will experience the perfect ambiance, making for a warm and inviting atmosphere. Food will tantalize a variety of palates. Experience your meal with one of our 36 Signature Martinis.

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Tina

Dined 5 days ago

The food & service was excellent. The restaurant is always clean and looks very inviting and pretty. My only slight complaint is the noise level- too high. We had a lovely Christmas Eve celebration thanks to Twigs!

Spencer’s for Steak and Chops – DoubleTree by Hilton Spokane City Center

4.6

4.6 (809)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Spokane

About the restaurant

Aged, hand-cut, and seared to perfection. Spencer's for Steaks and Chops of Spokane is the ultimate steakhouse restaurant. Spencer's uses the highest quality USDA Prime, locally sourced, aged 21 to 28 days, beef. Meats are prepared in a 1600 degree infrared broiler, ensuring juiciness, tenderness, and flavor. We also offer fresh seafood, including Parmesan crusted. Our famous chops and innovative side dishes are prepared with an undeniably creative flair. Friendly conversation, handcrafted martinis, and fine wines are featured in our dining room and our full service lounge. Celebrate life with the perfect meal, prepared and served in style at the premiere Spokane restaurant.

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Jim

Dined 4 days ago

Excellent service and staff, and the food was prepared to everyone’s expectations!

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Experience

Daily Happy Hour 3pm to 5pm

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