r/Spokane • u/SadBrontosaurus • 19d ago

Question Spokane FAQ Super Sticky

We get a lot of the same posts popping up over and over again. Every time, someone complains about the posts popping up over and over again. So instead of seeing the same posts popping up over and over again, I’ve decided to create this FAQ addressing the things that are asked over and over again.

The FAQ below will lead to comments in this post. That way if people want to discuss recommendations from this FAQ, those discussions can remain all in one place, making it easier for anyone seeking answers to get community feedback.

None of the businesses listed have been contacted. They are not sponsoring or endorsing this post, and their inclusion does not represent endorsement or sponsorship by this subreddit. This is simply a gathering of your responses to these questions.

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Edit/Note: I just realized that Reddit always forces a link to open in a new tab. So... be aware of that if you click. Otherwise you can just scroll down and find the answer I guess. I'm a bit disappointed in myself for not realizing that. Sorry. 🤷

For transparency: this post is AI-assisted. I actually started by hand, making a spreadsheet with tabs for each subject, searched keywords, and kept track of what people recommended most. Then I wrote for hours until my ADHD brain tapped out. At that point I tossed everything I had into an AI to clean it up, fill in some gaps, and make it easier to read. I’m not super proud of that shortcut, but I want to be clear, the AI didn’t make this up. I did the digging, I did the tallying, and the AI just helped polish it.

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u/SadBrontosaurus 19d ago

Best Burger

People LOVE to argue about the best food, but in this case, there's one particular answer that Spokane typically agrees on.

Durkin’s Liquor Bar
durkinsliquorbar.com
📍 415 W Main Ave
🕑 Open Tuesday through Saturday, 11:30 am to 10 pm (11 pm on Friday and Saturday)

  • Price? If you have to ask, you might want to consider an alternative to this $22 burger.
  • The consensus top pick. Whenever “best burger in Spokane” comes up, Durkin’s is the first name dropped and usually the one with the most upvotes.
  • It’s not cheap, but the double smash-style patty with gooey cheese and the option to add bone marrow butter puts it over the top.
  • People consistently call it the burger worth planning around if you’re downtown.

 

Check out the following as well, they're all pretty dang good.

Wooden City
woodencityspokane.com

  • Almost always mentioned in the same breath as Durkin’s.
  • Wooden City’s burger is thick, juicy, and closer to a “sit-down dinner” burger than a dive option.
  • It stands out for the quality of ingredients and execution, though some argue you’re paying partly for the vibe.

 

Wisconsinburger
wisconsinburger.com

  • If you want variety, this is the spot.
  • They build burgers in styles inspired by different Wisconsin traditions - butter burgers, brat patties, cheese curds, and more.
  • Highly recommended for people who like options and aren’t just looking for a straight “best classic cheeseburger.”

 

Ruins
Ruins (Google site)

  • The burger isn’t even the main event here, but it’s become a cult favorite.
  • Their rotating menu keeps things fresh, and when the burger is on, people rave about the creativity (toppings, sauces, spice mixes).
  • It’s the foodie’s pick.

 

Honorable Mentions

  • D Lish’s - Old-school drive-in style, fast and greasy in the best way.
  • The Viking - Reliable pub burger with big portions.
  • Dick’s - Polarizing, but always in the conversation. It’s cheap, fast, and iconic. It used to be undeniably better than Seattle Dick’s, though recent price increases and quality decreases make it more of a nostalgic pick these days.

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u/MelissaMead 19d ago

Yes! My fav burger spot is not listed so I won't be battling the crowds!

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u/SadBrontosaurus 19d ago

What's your favorite? We can send everyone there, instead!