It would take you months to eat at every restaurant, drink in every coffee shop or cocktail bar, brewery, and winery, and have dessert at every bakeshop in downtown Spokane. If you did make it your mission to do just that, you wouldn’t be disappointed. Spokane boasts a culinary scene that rivals cities that are much larger in size. The collaborative nature of local chefs is astounding, and visitors reap the benefits.

For restaurants: Cochinito Taqueria, Queen of Sheba, Nudo, Wiley’s Bistro, Wild Sage, Gander & Ryegrass, Eyvind, Hunt, or Ruins offer unique experiences and, even better, incredible food. For a great burger, try Durkins.

If you want to have a craft cocktail, go to Tiny Tiki for a nitro mai tai, Hogwash Whiskey Den for a Scofflaw or Cease & Desist for an Old Fashioned or Bijou for a cocktail created with homemade bitters by Skidmore Alchemy.

Let’s explore beer, wine, and spirits. Many breweries dot the downtown landscape, including Lumberbeard Brewing, Whistle Punk, Uprise Brewing, and Brick West Brewing. The thriving local wine scene includes wineries like Barrister and Terra Blanca, nestled in beautiful historic buildings, and Maryhill Tasting Room & Bistro, with a stunning view of the Spokane River gorge.
Dry Fly Distilling crafts their spirits in the heart of downtown and their tasting room is a true experience.

Riverfront Park anchors the downtown urban outdoor experience that is Spokane. Walk down to the Spokane Falls or ride the Numerica SkyRide to see them from above. Skate on the Numerica Skate Ribbon, ride the historic Looff Carrousel, feed the iconic Garbage-Eating Goat, slide down the world’s 2nd largest Radio Flyer red wagon, and when the sun goes down, sit under the lights of the US Pavilion and stare at the stars.

Near the park is Mobius Discovery Center. A perfect place for families with young children. You can take self-guided tours including the Spokane Sculpture Walk, Expo '74 Historical Tour, and the Avista Hydro Electric by downloading Visit Spokane Experiences.

River Park Square shopping center houses Nordstrom, Apple, Lego, and many other name brands and specialty stores. Sprinkled around downtown find local favorites such as Lolo, Echo, and Garland Resale boutiques. Make sure to set aside time for a trip to Auntie’s Bookstore.

If it’s live entertainment you seek, you’ll find it at Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox, home of the Spokane Symphony. Broadway shows come through the First Interstate Center for the Arts. Indie bands frequent The Chameleonhe Chameleon, The Bing Crosby Theater, and The Knitting Factory. The Spokane Comedy Club brings in various big names in the comedy world.