Brown Derby Bar — Restaurant in Spokane

Since I've moved to Garland, I've been to this pub three times. Firs time was okay, last two times have been less than. Drinks and food are alright, atmosphere fine, but the staff mostly are not very friendly. My husband and I went for New Year's Eve and sat at the bar. Bartender stood at the other end talking to some other patrons, not doing anything, just chatting, and completely ignored us. Not even a Hi, I'll be right with you. Like we were invisible. We sat there while she talked and poured drinks for others for almost fifteen minutes, she even walked by us but didn't make eye contact and with her back to us. Finally, another bartender came in from outside, still pretty stand offish, but we finally got some beers poured after almost 20 minutes off sitting there ignored. After that, they were suddenly attentive and nice, but I almost walked out after feeling invisible for so long. Have just been looking for a new pub to frequent in my neighborhood, and needless to say this one let me down. Won't be back. If you aren't a part of the young, cool, hip crowd, prepare to be...

This is a lovely little corner of the Garland District for lite food and a drink or three. The pizza is simple in the best way - there is no need for extravagance when it comes to good crispy crust, melty cheese and a few flavorful toppings. Having a cider on tap (since I am NOT a beer drinker) won major points. The service is a bit slow until you realize the bartender, cook, busboy and cashier are all the same person. It's quiet compared to most Spokane bars, with a nice change to the typical music being played at a very reasonable volume - background noise that doen't drown out all conversation. I didn't get around to the pool tables - but I intend...

I wasnt technically at the Derby as my location tracker states. I was near it, talking with a friend. But the Derby has been a staple in Spokane's Garland district for years. Great staff, cold drinks, and had one of the last $.25 cent coin operated pool tables left on the planet. Its pretty cozy meaning not very big at all. Has a cool patio to chill on, and a fire pit. ( Now two gazebos are there due to pandemic) You walk in to the BD and you can feel the history as well as see the pics on the wall from back in the day. Its a must visit bar. Great location. Perfect for newly 21. I love this place....