The charming city in eastern Washington state is home to a variety of romantic restaurants to explore by night if you are looking for somewhere to enjoy a quiet dinner for two. When it comes to romantic dining, ambiance and hospitality are as important as the menu, and beautiful décor, elegant accents, and low lighting set the mood for a perfect evening out.
Italia Trattoria
Located in historic Browne’s Addition neighborhood, Italia Trattoria is a lively, regionally-inspired Italian restaurant that serves a daily-changing menu of classic Italian fare in a vibrant, stylish setting. Owned and operated by James Beard Foundation Semi-Finalist Chef Anna Vogel, whose extensive travels have inspired the seasonal menu, the upmarket restaurant offers an approachable dining experience for the whole family. The bright and airy trattoria serves house-made pasta, fresh seafood, and grass-fed meats, along with seasonal, local produce and top-quality Italian products, such as imported olive oil, and cured charcuterie and cheese. Guests can dine in the cozy, softly-lit dining room or out on the patio during the summer months and a wide range of libations from world-class wines and craft beers to classic cocktails is served from the bar. Italia Trattoria is open for dinner Tuesday – Saturday, and brunch Saturday and Sunday.
Italia Trattoria, 144 S Cannon St, Spokane, WA 99201, Phone: 509-459-6000
Baba Restaurant
Located at the Kendall Yards in the heart of Spokane, the Baba Restaurant is a contemporary restaurant that serves a tapas-style menu of small plates and a chef's tasting menu of refined European cuisine. Seasonal dishes are created by Chef Adam Hegsted who uses locally sourced ingredients and regional produce such as appetizers of charred octopus, deviled eggs with maple-bacon filling, and pepper spiced chips. Sharing entrées include plates of Vietnamese clams in oxtail broth; spaghetti stuffed meatballs, and roasted tofu carnitas, and mouthwatering desserts of olive oil gelato, warm chocolate brownies, and peach donuts. The Baba Restaurant is open for lunch and dinner Monday through Friday and dinner only on the weekends.
1242 W Summit Pkwy, Spokane, WA 99201, Phone: 509-443-4410
Anthony's at Spokane Falls
Overlooking the Spokane River and upper falls, Anthony's at Spokane Falls offers a unique dining experience with outstanding cuisine, fine wines and breathtaking panoramic views of the cascading river rushing over Spokane Falls. One of a nationwide chain of wholesale seafood company that was founded in Seattle in 1984, Anthony's at Spokane Falls serves a seasonal menu of fresh sustainably-caught Northwest seafood ranging from swordfish and salmon to clams and oysters. The cuisine is accompanied by a variety of Northwest wine and microbrews, as well as classic cocktails made with high-end spirits, and the restaurant is open for lunch and dinner daily.
510 North Lincoln, Spokane, WA 99201, Phone: 509-328-9009
Chaps Coffee Co.
Located on the outskirts of the Palouse just a short way from downtown Spokane, Chaps Coffee Co. is a shabby-chic eatery and bakery that serves up delicious homemade fare for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and freshly baked goods from the onsite bakery throughout the day. Decorated with quirky décor and vintage decorations, Chaps serves a seasonal menu of breakfast delights such as baked oatmeal, homemade cinnamon rolls, and chunky chorizo omelets, lunch dishes of meatloaf and fish tacos, and grilled tilapia and curry chicken for dinner. Bakery treats include tiramisu, homemade cakes like Bavarian cream cake, and sweet pastries, and vintage cocktails make for a fantastic dessert. Chaps Coffee Company is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Tuesday through Sunday.
4237 Cheney Spokane Rd, Spokane, WA 99224, Phone: 509-624-4182
Churchill's Steakhouse
Churchill's Steakhouse is a refined steakhouse reminiscent a classic New York chophouse that serves high-quality steaks and other sophisticated steakhouse fare in an elegant setting. The restaurant features intimate décor in dark hues with wood and stone accents, elegant table and booth seating, and soft lighting, creating a romantic ambiance. The menu features prime USDA steaks and chops, fresh seafood such as pan-seared Chilean sea bass and Alaskan king crab legs, fresh salads, and decadent desserts. A wood-lined basement lounge has a full-service bar that serves a wide range of libations from world-class wines and craft beers to classic cocktails, and hosts live piano music throughout the week.
165 S Post St, Spokane, WA 99201, Phone: 509-474-9888
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Clinkerdagger
Located in The Flour Mill, Clinkerdagger has been a long-standing dining destination that has been serving refined cuisine and fine wines for more than 40 years. Featuring a warm dining room decorated in dark hues with thick carpeting, cozy booths and tables and spectacular views of Spokane River, the restaurant serves a seasonal menu of hearty, classic and American cuisine. The restaurant serves a range of quality steaks, ranging from sirloin to filets, fresh seafood and shellfish dishes, fresh salads and vegetarian options, and homemade pasta and from-scratch sauces. The food is accompanied by a wide variety of drinks from the full-service bar, including casual global wines, craft beers and microbrews, top-shelf spirits and classic cocktails and specialty martinis. Clinkerdagger is open for lunch and dinner daily.
621 W Mallon St, Spokane, WA 99201, Phone: 509-328-5965
Europa Restaurant & Bakery
Europa Restaurant & Bakery is a stylish bistro and pub with an onsite bakery that serves classic pub fare, freshly baked pastries and sweet treats, and an impressive range of libations. Established in 1982 on Wall Street and Railroad Alley, the Spokane favorite has long been a go-to spot for great food and drinks in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Lunch and dinner menus feature pub classics like hearty burgers and gourmet sandwiches, homemade soup, and freshly baked bread, housemade pasta and pizzas, prime steaks and chicken dishes and several vegetarian options. The food is accompanied by a wide variety of drinks from the full-service bar, including casual global wines, craft beers and microbrews, top-shelf spirits and classic cocktails. Europa Restaurant & Bakery is open for lunch and dinner daily.
125 S Wall St, Spokane, WA 99201, Phone: 509-455-4051
Gilded Unicorn
Nestled in the old Catacombs underneath the Montvale Hotel, the Gilded Unicorn is a modern speakeasy and craft cocktail bar with a magical, other-worldly feel. Exuding the ambiance of an ancient European wine cellar with rough-hewn rock walls, the quirky cocktail bar features gaudy décor in natural rock, wood and faux gold, metallic unicorn busts on the walls, and 19th-century paintings in spray-painted gilt frames and has an old-timey and whimsical atmosphere. The dining space has soaring ceilings, bench-lined walls, and a sizeable crackling fireplace, creating a warm and intimate glow, and diners can sip signature cocktails from an impressive craft cocktail menu before tucking into eclectic and elevated American classics served on antique rose-petal plates. Signature dishes include appetizers of brick-fired pretzels, smoky deviled eggs, and Waldorf cheese balls, and exciting entrées of roasted duck wings with apricot honey mustard, and Unicorn Mac-and-Cheese. The Gilded Unicorn is open for dinner, seven nights a week.
110 South N Monroe St, Spokane, WA 99201, Phone: 509-309-3698
Italian Kitchen
Locally owned and operated by Bryce and Lyndsay Kerr, Italian Kitchen is a family-friendly restaurant that serves both classic and contemporary Italian cuisine in a warm and welcoming setting. The casual eatery specializes in authentic Northern and Southern Italian cuisine with starters of antipasti, bruschetta, fresh Caprese salads, and focaccia. Entrées include pasta primavera, chicken piccata, and Frutti de mar, and classics like lasagna and spaghetti Bolognese, and desserts of tiramisu, pannacotta, and homemade gelato. The cuisine is paired with a variety of casual wines from Italy and other wine-growing regions, along with craft beers by the bottle, and made-to-order cocktails. Italian Kitchen is open for lunch and dinner Monday through Friday and dinner only on the weekends.
113 N Bernard St, Spokane, WA 99201, Phone: 509-363-1210
Luna Restaurant & Catering
Luna Restaurant & Catering is a longtime fine-dining favorite in South Hill that specializes in elevated Pacific Northwest- and Mediterranean-inspired cuisine and global wines. Owned and managed by husband-and-wife Aaron DeLis and Hannah Heber, the restaurant and catering business focus on using only the highest quality and freshest locally sourced ingredients and regional produce to create seasonal dishes. Signature plates include sauteed Brussels sprouts with pancetta and potato puree, ahi tuna tartare with wasabi vinaigrette, and duck breast with fennel puree and pear-fennel salad. Desserts to die for include the salted devil’s chocolate cake and the coconut cake with coconut cream, and the bar offers a variety of wines to pair with each dish. Luna Restaurant & Catering is open for lunch and dinner, daily, and weekend brunch.
5620 S Perry St, Spokane, WA 99223, Phone: 509-448-2383
Mizuna Restaurant & Wine Bar
Situated in the heart of downtown Spokane, Mizuna Restaurant & Wine Bar is an intimate neighborhood joint that offers a quintessential Spokane dining experience. Based within walking distance of the city’s main attractions, the restaurant is perfect for a romantic dinner after a show, serving a creative menu of New American cuisine created by Chef Frank Bonanno and an impressive array of fine wines. The restaurant has an elegantly romantic setting with linen-draped tables and soft lighting in which diners can savor signature dishes such as Smoked Spanish Octopus, Burgundian Escargot, Seared Yellowfin Tuna, and Foie Gras Pie. Mizuna is open for dinner only, Tuesday through Sunday.
214 N Howard St, Spokane, WA 99201, Phone: 509-747-2004
Palm Court Grill
The Palm Court Grill is based in the magnificent gilded atrium and lobby at the ornate Historic Davenport Hotel in the heart of downtown Spokane. Built in 1914 by acclaimed architect Kirtland Cutter, the hotel has been beautifully restored to its former grandeur, and the Palm Court Grill follows suit, offering an elegant and romantic spot for dinner. Seasonal menus boast sublime dishes prepared with locally sourced ingredients such as USDA prime beef steaks and ribs, fresh seafood of salmon and halibut, including the signature Chef Edward Mathieu’s famous Crab Louis salad made with tender Dungeness crab, crisp salads and vegetarian dishes, and decadent desserts.
10 S Post St B, Spokane, WA 99201, Phone: 800-899-1482
Steam Plant Kitchen and Brewery
Located in the historic former steam-generating facility known as the Steam Plant in the heart of downtown Spokane, the Steam Plant Kitchen and Brewery is a casual restaurant, bar and brewery offer a truly unique dining experience. The old steam plant, which was built in 1914, has been transformed into an exclusive dining destination where guests dine against the background of the inner workings of the industrial plant. The restaurant presents a distinctive approach to dining with traditional pub fare dishes prepared using locally sourced ingredients and regional produce, including meats and fish smoked in the onsite smokehouse. The full-service bar serves famous hand-crafted beers using regionally grown grains and hops, casual wines, and craft cocktails. Steam Plant Kitchen + Brewery is open for dinner seven nights a week.
159 S Lincoln St, Spokane, WA 99201, Phone: 509-777-3900
Twigs Bistro and Martini Bar
Twigs Bistro and Martini Bar is a casual, contemporary restaurant and bar in the atrium at River Park Square overlooking Post Street in the heart of Spokane. The centrally located restaurant features a spacious rotunda room with beautiful views of downtown Main Street, and a lively 40-foot wrap-around bar with a signature liquor tower that serves 36 crafted martinis to a stylish post-work crowd. The bistro serves a creative menu of All-American cuisine featuring gourmet sandwiches and burgers, fresh salads, vegetarian dishes, hand-tossed, wood-fired pizzas with delectable toppings, housemade portions of pasta and prime steaks. The full-service bar offers a wide variety of libations, ranging from local craft beer, regional wines, and craft cocktails. Twigs Bistro & Martini Bar is open for lunch and dinner, daily.
Twigs River Park Square, 808 W Main, Spokane, WA 99201, Phone: 509-232-3376
Wild Sage American Bistro
The Wild Sage American Bistro is a creative comfort-food specialist that serves regionally sourced Northwest cuisine in a casual, and intimate setting. The restaurant features an earth-toned dining room with comfortable décor, classic architectural details, and large windows that flood the dining space with natural light and offer beautiful views. Three dining areas provide distinct spaces for different dining experiences from social gatherings to intimate dinners for two, and a full-service bar offers a variety of libations from casual wines and craft beers to classic cocktails prepared with high-end spirits. The Wild Sage American Bistro is open for dinner, nightly.
916 W 2nd Ave, Spokane, WA 99201, Phone: 509-456-7575
Wiley's Downtown Bistro
Wiley's Downtown Bistro is a charming neighborhood eatery that draws both locals and visitors for great food and wine in a casual, laid-back ambiance. Open for lunch and dinner; the bistro serves a creative menu of contemporary cuisine prepared with locally sourced ingredients and regional produce, such as fresh seafood, prime steak and chops, homemade pasta and sauces, fresh salads, and vegetarian dishes. The food is accompanied by a wide variety of drinks from the full-service bar, including casual global wines, craft beers and microbrews, top-shelf spirits and classic cocktails.
