by Back to Business | Oct 14, 2020 | Back to Business Story, Vol 3: Restaurants
A rundown of local burger joints serving up goodness between buns There’s nothing like a good burger. It’s arguably the quintessential American food, and though every burger more or less consists of the same basic parts, no two taste alike. Here’s a handful of...
by Back to Business | Oct 14, 2020 | Back to Business Story, Vol 3: Restaurants
Summer had to end sometime, and with it, we knew that the warm glow of patio season would begin to fade and a new reality would confront Spokane County’s hospitality industry. What now? Restaurants have been struggling throughout the pandemic, but through ingenuity...
by Back to Business | Oct 14, 2020 | Back to Business Story, Vol 3: Restaurants
While many restaurants are still figuring out their plans for outdoor seating this winter, here are a few places that already have outdoor plans. TRUE LEGENDS GRILL For the first time, True Legends Grill recently put a tent cover over its patio and it expanded the...
by Back to Business | Oct 14, 2020 | Back to Business Story, Vol 3: Restaurants
Head to Nine Mile Falls for real Texas BBQ, good espresso and beautiful scenery For Rod Smith, owner of BIG ROD’S TEXAS BBQ, business this year has been better than ever. “Each year is getting bigger and bigger. If you have a good product, people are going to...
by Back to Business | Oct 14, 2020 | Back to Business Story, Vol 3: Restaurants
There’s no wrong way to make a sandwich, and there are many local shops to choose from Is there any lunch more customizable than the humble sandwich? From pesto chicken paninis to the classic grilled cheese, the options begin with whatever you can fit in between...
by Back to Business | Oct 14, 2020 | Back to Business Story, Vol 3: Restaurants
Getting your grub on in the Deer Park and Elk region Drive north from Spokane for about 40 minutes and you’ll hit Deer Park, a quaint town of just over 4,000 people. A mere 15 miles from there is the unincorporated town of Elk, which is even more rural. Put together,...
by Back to Business | Oct 14, 2020 | Back to Business Story, Vol 3: Restaurants
Get your brunch on at these delicious Spokane County mainstays They’ve always said that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and yet so many of us skip it. The beauty of brunch, meanwhile, is that you can still enjoy breakfast foods without having to...
by Back to Business | Oct 14, 2020 | Back to Business Story, Vol 3: Restaurants
Learn how to do takeout better Winter is coming. And with a pandemic still raging, the survival of many of Spokane County’s most beloved restaurants could come down to takeout. But as much as you may want to support them, you may have felt a little underwhelmed by...
by Back to Business | Oct 14, 2020 | Back to Business Story, Vol 3: Restaurants
With cold weather fast approaching, Spokane County restaurants brace for indoor season For many restaurants, scrambling to expand patio space or create it from scratch seemed like the way to survive the hardships of 2020 and a global pandemic. That was way back this...
by Back to Business | Oct 14, 2020 | Back to Business Story, Vol 3: Restaurants
The region’s cupcake spots know how to deliver delicious, sweet treats Someone wise once said, “You can’t buy happiness, but you can buy cupcakes, and that’s basically the same thing.” In the era of COVID-19, self-care is important. And that means treating...
by Back to Business | Oct 14, 2020 | Back to Business Story, Vol 3: Restaurants
Seven great options in Spokane Don’t sleep on pizza. Sure, it’s now easier than ever to order in a fancy dinner, or a burger and fries, or some pad thai. But there’s still something about opening that box and ripping off a slice of your favorite pizza....
by Back to Business | Oct 14, 2020 | Back to Business Story, Vol 3: Restaurants
Several spots to grab a burrito to-go throughout the region The burrito is a versatile handheld treat. Throw eggs in a tortilla and you can enjoy breakfast while on the run. Wrap up some meat, beans, rice, veggies and cheese to enjoy a full meal in the palm of your...
by Back to Business | Oct 14, 2020 | Back to Business Story, Vol 3: Restaurants
The hotel had been a Spokane Valley destination for decades when a 2005 renovation offered something new for guests and area diners alike: MAX at Mirabeau. Since then, it has continued to impress, winning awards from such entities as Wine Spectator magazine and...
