The best bars & nightlife in Spokane

16 bars & nightlife we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Pacific to Palouse Wine Bar

Nightlife

This week, make Pacific to Palouse Wine Bar your weeknight reset, with unique bites that actually play nice with your wine, live music that…

1020 S Perry St Ste 102

“This week, make Pacific to Palouse Wine Bar your weeknight reset, with unique bites that actually play nice with your wine, live music that doesn't hijack conversation, and easygoing tastings that help you find a new favorite without turning it into homework.”

From the Spokane newsletter, August 4, 2026

The Backyard Public House

Nightlife

Hip hub with a warm atmosphere & elevated American comfort food, plus local wines & craft cocktails.

1811 W Broadway Ave

“Hip hub with a warm atmosphere & elevated American comfort food, plus local wines & craft cocktails.”

NorthBound Bar & Grill

Nightlife

Welcoming eatery offering burgers and sandwiches, plus sports-bar-style grub, beer and cocktails.

415 W Hastings Rd

“Welcoming eatery offering burgers and sandwiches, plus sports-bar-style grub, beer and cocktails.”

Hogwash Whiskey Den

Nightlife

Known for their whiskey and bourbon selection, this cozy bar offers creative cocktails & pub eats.

304 W Pacific Ave

“Known for their whiskey and bourbon selection, this cozy bar offers creative cocktails & pub eats.”

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Nectar Wine and Beer

Nightlife

Beer bar offering craft taps and hundreds of bottles, plus wines by the glass or bottle.

1331 W Summit Pkwy

“Beer bar offering craft taps and hundreds of bottles, plus wines by the glass or bottle.”

Volstead Act

Nightlife

Handcrafted cocktails & draft beer featured in a little bar with Prohibition-inspired decor.

12 N Post St

“Handcrafted cocktails & draft beer featured in a little bar with Prohibition-inspired decor.”

Ambrosia Bistro and Wine Bar

Nightlife

New American fare & wine pairings served in a warm, modern cafe with rustic accents & patio tables.

9211 E Montgomery Ave (Spokane Valley)

“New American fare & wine pairings served in a warm, modern cafe with rustic accents & patio tables.”

Cascadia Public House

Nightlife

Burgers and other pub grub with gluten-free and vegan choices, in a casual space with a fireplace.

6314 N Ash St

“Burgers and other pub grub with gluten-free and vegan choices, in a casual space with a fireplace.”

Spokane Comedy Club

Nightlife

Local venue presenting local & touring stand up comedians as well as regular special events.

315 W Sprague Ave

“Local venue presenting local & touring stand up comedians as well as regular special events.”

Bistango Martini Lounge

Nightlife

Cocktails & eclectic bar food in an intimate setting with luxe decor & occasional live music.

108 N Post St

“Cocktails & eclectic bar food in an intimate setting with luxe decor & occasional live music.”

Iron Goat Brewing

Nightlife

Craft brewery with a snug taproom & patio offering pub grub, trivia nights & live music.

1302 W 2nd Ave

“Craft brewery with a snug taproom & patio offering pub grub, trivia nights & live music.”

JJ’s Tap and Smokehouse

Nightlife

Casual sports bar serving smoked meats such as brisket and ribs, with beer, wine, and cocktails.

8801 N Indian Trail Rd Ste B

“Casual sports bar serving smoked meats such as brisket and ribs, with beer, wine, and cocktails.”

Maryhill Winery Spokane Tasting Room & Bistro

Nightlife

Relaxed venue featuring wines from the company's Washington State vineyards.

1303 W Summit Pkwy Ste 100

“Relaxed venue featuring wines from the company's Washington State vineyards.”

Inland Cider Mill

Nightlife

Casual hangout offering a range of hard cider made from locally sourced apples, plus trivia nights.

1020 W Francis Ave Ste A

“Casual hangout offering a range of hard cider made from locally sourced apples, plus trivia nights.”

Radio Bar Spokane

Nightlife

Craft beer, wine, and cocktails are served in an easygoing place with a laid-back patio.

2408 W Northwest Blvd

“Craft beer, wine, and cocktails are served in an easygoing place with a laid-back patio.”

Dry Fly Distilling Bar, Restaurant, & Gift Shop

Nightlife

Restaurant and distillery pairing handcrafted spirits with American eats such as burgers and flatbreads.

1021 W Riverside Ave

“Restaurant and distillery pairing handcrafted spirits with American eats such as burgers and flatbreads.”

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