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Lounges & Nightlife

Ambrosia Bistro and Wine Bar

Spokane Valley - 9211 E. Montgomery (509) 928-3222

American Bistro and Wine Bar $$-$$$ --- Ambrosia Bistro and Wine Bar is an urban restaurant in a suburban setting. Whether it’s a quiet business lunch or intimate dinner, a glass of wine or cocktail at happy hour, a relaxing evening on the patio or an outing with (or without) the kids, you’re welcome at Ambrosia! Conveniently located in Argonne Village, we are in close proximity to downtown, the Valley and the North Side. Our ample parking, exciting food and drink selections, attentive staff and comfortable décor make Ambrosia a great choice for any occasion. Come taste Ambrosia for yourself!
www.Ambrosia-Bistro.com


Arbor Crest

Spokane - 4705 N. Fruithill Rd. (509) 927-9463

Grand visions come easily at the Cliff House, a national historic site we call home. Relax and enjoy the view as you taste our wines and stroll the grounds. No one under 21, please. Open daily 12-5pm. Downtown - River Park Square Tasting Room: (509) 747-3903 Open Mon.-Thurs. 11am-9pm, Fri.&Sat. 11am-10pm, Sun. 12-5pm.
www.arborcrest.com


Artisan Culinary Lounge

Spokane - 515 W. Sprague Ave (509) 747-6272

Located Lobby level at the Ridpath Hotel, our executive chef, Gonzalo Carrillo, delivers cuisine with flair! Enjoy menu items such as Prosciutto Wrapped Salmon, Seafood Risotto and Duck Confit & Sweet Italian Sausage Pizza. Offering Happy Hour 2-6pm and 10pm-late night. Come in Tues. for Industry Night and receive 30% off regular-priced menu items. Wed. is Ladies Night. Enjoy live Jazz Thurs. nights, and come in Fri. and Sat. nights to enjoy our own Studio 23 from 10pm-late night, where you can eat, dance and lounge.
www.EatDrinkArtisan.com


Bluefish

Spokane Downtown - 830 W. Sprague (509) 747-2111

Asian Fusion $$-$$$ -- “Eat Drink and Lounge” … Award-winning Chef Ian Wingate continues his tradition of developing restaurants with style and “Big City” flair. Bluefish features fusion sushi, satay and much more in the way of creative cuisine and cocktail concoctions. Come in for dinner, appetizers, cocktails and dessert. Be transported into the cool, chic and comfortable world of Bluefish.
www.EatDrinkBluefish.com


Bluz at the Bend

Spokane Northside - 2721 N. Market (509) 483-7300

2005 Winner of Best Blues Club in the Inland Empire Blues Society's Empire Awards Live entertainment featuring Blues artists Thurs.-Sat., Uncle D's Comedy Club Fri.& Sat., open mic Thurs. and Karaoke Mon. Our new menu brings you home-style cookin', a little on the spicy side, prepared Cajun and Southern-style: Po-boys, BBQ, salads, soups, chili, burgers, baskets, home-style meat and potato dinners as well as pastas, steaks, seafood and chicken.
www.bluznews.com


Capone's Pub & Grill

Post Falls - 315 Ross Point Rd. (208) 457-8020

American, Pizza $-$$ --- After a devastating fire in July 2007, we had to gut our building to the bones, rebuild, restock and recreate Capone's Pub & Grill all over again. But now we're back! Gotta try our Pastrami Sandwiches and our Specialty Pizzas! Thirty+ brews on tap, appetizers, burgers, sub sandwiches, soups and salads, all scratch cooking! Grab a beer and catch the game with friends on our big-screen TV. Seasonal outdoor dining on our patio. Stop in and stay a while! Inlander’s “Best Sports Bar” in Idaho. Idaho Cuisine's Virtual Pizza Cook-off winner! Open 7 days a week, with our kitchen open until 11pm nightly. See our menu at CaponesPub.com.
www.caponespub.com


Capone's Pub & Grill

Coeur d'Alene Midtown - 751 N. 4th St. (208) 667-4843

American, Pizza $-$$ --- Gotta Try our Pastrami Sandwiches and our Specialty Pizzas! 41 Brews on tap, appetizers, burgers, sub sandwiches, soups and salads, all scratch cooking! Grab a beer and catch the game with friends on one of our plasma Tvs. Seasonal outdoor dining on our patio. This local favorite is truly Coeur d'Alene's very own “everyone knows your name” pub. So stop in and stay a while! Inlander’s “Best Sports Bar” in Idaho. Idaho Cuisine's Virtual Pizza Cook-off winner! Open 7 days a week, with our Kitchen open until 11pm nightly. See our menu at CaponesPub.com.
www.caponespub.com


Cavallino Lounge at the Hotel Lusso

Spokane Downtown - 1 N. Post St. (509) 747-9750

At Cavallino Lounge, Spokane’s original Martini Bar, “the usual” is always something extraordinary. Choose from our 40 unique martinis made from the finest spirits and freshest ingredients the world has to offer. Muddled, shaken or stirred, our signature cocktails offer a cool taste of sophistication which never goes out of style. After work with friends, before dinner with family or even a late-night romantic nightcap—any time is the right time for a visit to Spokane’s best martini bar. Open 4pm-Close Mon.-Sat., Sun. during football season. Happy Hour 4pm-Close Mon.-Sat.; Wed. Ladies Night, Thurs. Hospitality Night and Sun. Football.
www.HotelLusso.com


Clinkerdagger

Spokane - 621 W. Mallon St. (509) 328-5965

A true Spokane landmark by the Falls … Clinkerdagger's historical business was established in 1974 and has retained its original Old-English decor and architecture. Best known for our Rock-Salt Roasted Prime Rib and our Seafood, which is so fresh you'll think it was caught out the back door! We also serve tempting lunches and host the best Happy Hour in town! Don't forget to reserve private dining in the Bickerstaff Room. We can accommodate large groups up to 40. We also proudly support the Venessa Behan Annual Benefit Dinner, Crosswalks Teen Center and local food banks. We are open 11am-10:30pm Mon.-Thurs., 11am-11pm Fri., noon-11pm Sat. and noon-10pm Sun.
www.R-U-I.com


Coeur d'Alene Cellars' Barrel Room No. 6

Coeur d'Alene Downtown - 503 E. Sherman Ave. (208) 664-9632

Wine Bar $-$$ --- No. 6 Wine Bar is a plush, upscale, relaxing place to enjoy local wines, gourmet cheeses, hand-crafted chocolates and live music on weekend evenings. Summer Hours: 2-10pm Mon.-Thurs., 2pm-midnight Fri.-Sat. Closed Sun.
www.cdacellars.com


Curley’s Bar & Bistro

Hauser Lake - Hauser Junction – I-90 Exit #2, North to Hwy 53, West/left to Curley's (208) 773-5816

Pub & Grill $-$$ --- (From Spokane – 2 miles East of State Line, Idaho, on Hwy 53 (Trent))(208) 773-5816 or (208) 777-6896 to book parties, weddings and other events! Biggest little party spot in North Idaho! Gotta come and check out our beautifully landscaped Beer Garden—it’s the largest in the Inland Northwest! Enjoy the area’s finest Classic Rock Fri. & Sat. nights. When it comes to your party needs, Curley’s never comes up short! Call to book your event now, and don’t miss the biggest party of the year in July; the Curley’s Classic Rock Cruise is just around the corner! Mark your calendar!
www.curleys.biz


Iron Horse

Coeur d'Alene Downtown - 407 Sherman Ave. (208) 667-7314

American Fare $-$$$ --- Local favorite since 1972! We’re the #1 cocktail lounge in Idaho. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, enjoy Coeur d’Alene’s best food and spirits in our restaurant, lounge or patio. DJ on Thurs., live music Fri. and Sat., country music Sun. Help celebrate the Iron Horse’s 36th birthday! Locally owned and operated, try a unique taste of Coeur d’Alene. Enjoy downtown, the lake, City Park, Tubbs Hill and the Iron Horse. We think tradition counts—so remember, when in Coeur d’Alene, join the locals at the Iron Horse. It’s a great place to eat, drink and have fun!


Isabella’s Restaurant & Gin Joint

Spokane - 21 W. Main (509) 624-0660

Our fine-dining steakhouse specializes in local ingredients with a classic hearty fare. Executive Chef William Webster specializes in Modern American Cuisine and works to make every dish hearty and flavorful, yet simple. Enjoy generous portions of USDA Prime 21-day aged beef as well as fish, lobster, veal chops, lamb chops, pork chops and chicken, or team up to tackle our 42-ounce porterhouse! Choose any of 130 wines to complement your dish. Our goal is to offer a dining experience that will keep you coming back for more. Open 11am-Close Mon.-Fri. 6:30am-Close Sat. & 6:30am-10pm Sun. Happy Hour 4-6pm daily. Reservations suggested.
www.IsabellasSpokane.com


MAX at Mirabeau Park Hotel

Spokane Valley - 1100 N. Sullivan Rd. (509) 922-6252

Contemporary $-$$$ --- MAX offers award-winning cuisine coupled with a friendly and professional staff. With more than 100 menu items,MAX also boasts an extensive and eclectic wine list with pairing for everything on the menu. Open daily at 6am-midnight, Mon.-Thurs. until 1am, Fri. & Sat. until 2am. Live entertainment Fri. & Sat. evenings, "First Wed. Wine & Artists' reception," half-price bottle wine Wed. and courtyard patio available seasonally. Off-site or at Mirabeau Park Hotel, MAX offers award-winning cuisine coupled with a friendly and professional catering staff. 15,000 square feet of flexible meeting space and full off-site capabilities, On-site dinners cater to 700. Come visit Spokane's newest and most dynamic dining and lounge experience. State-of-the-art oval bar with seating for 24 guests, serving late-night fare. Comfortable lounge with live weekend entertainment, multiple 42' plasma TVs and high-speed Internet access. Each month, MAX at Mirabeau hosts First Wednesday, a wine tasting and artists' reception. Focusing on local artists and regional wines, the venue offers a casual and relaxing atmosphere to enjoy a conversation with up-and-coming local artists.
www.maxatmirabeau.com


Moose Market

Coeur d'Alene Downtown - 401 E. Sherman Ave, (208) 664-7901

Do you feel like “Gourmet Everyday?” The Moose Market, conveniently located in Downtown Coeur d’ Alene, is a wonderful, open air-style market. The Market has a fun and tasty variety of snacks foods, premium ice cream, a deli with packaged meats and delicious cheeses (including Cougar Gold), more than 300 varieties of wine and nearly 100 varieties of beer. The newest addition are “Moose Dogs”—gourmet sausages with a delicious selection of toppings. “Moost Delicious!” Open 10am-9pm Mon-Sat and 11am-7pm Sun. Moose Dogs are available late night on weekends.
www.MooseMarket.com


Moose Market Lounge

Coeur d'Alene - 401 E. Sherman Ave. (208) 664-7901

After work, come down and relax in the distinctive Moose Market Lounge. Enjoy wine by the glass or choose a bottle from our selection of more than 300 varietals. We also offer a unique array of more than 40 microbrews. Taste wine with local wine guru Sam Lange between 12-6pm Thurs-Sat. Live Blues and Jazz on Fri. and Sat. nights. Retail wine and beer are available until closing. Open at noon daily.
www.MooseMarket.com


Northern Quest Casino

Spokane West - Airway Heights (509) 242-7000

(I-90 Exit 277 - US Hwy 2 to Airway Heights) Where the Fun Never Ends! We're just 10 minutes west of Spokane! Our four restaurants offer something to suit every taste or time of day: The Deli for sandwiches, espressos and beer, The River’s Edge Buffet and all-you-can-eat buffet with unsurpassed quality and selection, Fai's Noodle House serving Authentic Asian cuisine and the Woodlands for casual, upscale breakfast, lunch and dinner. Be sure to join us in the Legends of Fire sports lounge featuring more than 30 Plasma TVs!
www.northernquest.com


Peacock Room at The Davenport Hotel, The

Spokane Downtown - 10 S. Post St. (509) 455-8888

Located inside The Davenport Hotel, this is the place for Spokane's best martinis, coldest beer and great music. Known as the place to see and be seen, the Peacocok Room contributes to Spokane's vibrant downtown nightlife. Showcasing a giant stained-glass peacock ceiling and voted Spokane's "Best place to have a drink!" The menu features such items as: Giant Prawntinis, Open-faced Crab Sandwiches and Gourmet Onion Rings. Open daily 11am & Sun. 2pm. Casual attire.
www.thedavenporthotel.com/index.php?act=/dining/peacock


Rock City Grill

Spokane Downtown - River Park Square – 808 W. Main (509) 455-4400

At River Park Square just across the street from River Front Park, this locally owned American-Italian grill is a Spokane landmark. Our menu has more than 60 items and is the home of the Blue Martini Bar and an excellent wine list. Open 11:15am every day.
www.RockCityGrill.com


Satellite Diner & Lounge

Spokane Downtown - 425 W. Sprague (509) 624-3952

American Diner $ -- Our outstanding friendly and experienced staff is waiting to serve you! The Satellite Diner is right here where everything is happening downtown! Serving a full menu 21 hours daily 7am-4am. Come in and see why we were voted Best Casual Dining by the Washington Restaurant Association 2004.
www.SatelliteDiner.com


Scratch Restaurant and Lounge

Spokane Downtown - 7007 W. 1st Ave. (509) 456-5656

There is a new reason to come to Downtown Spokane—Scratch! At our upscale yet casual restaurant we offer contemporary fine dining with something for everyone! Our food menu features all organic or harvested wild featuring local ingredients and includes everything from Lobster and Shitake Wontons and Crispy Duck Sushi Roll to out Scratch Gumbo, steaks, pastas, seafood and homemade bread. We offer onsite catering in our banquet room or offsite at your desired location. Serving a late-night menu 11am-Midnight Mon.-Thurs., 11am-2am Fri., 4pm-2am Sat. We are closed on Sun.


Twigs Bistro & Martini Bar

Spokane Downtown - (509) 466-9490

Contemporary $-$$ -- Prepare yourself for a unique dining experience that is casual yet memorable. Visit any of our three locations and you will experience a warm and inviting atmosphere.





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