1 Best Restaurant in Spokane and Eastern Washington, Washington

Local restaurateur/chef Adam Hegsted keeps coming up with new restaurant concepts—de España, which opened in 2022, brings a Spanish tapas bar scene to downtown Spokane in a colorful and lively setting. The small plate choices include deviled eggs with n’duja, a spicy Italian sausage with a spreadable texture; gazpacho; and a filling Tortilla Española, while larger appetites will be satisfied with the paella—offered both in the traditional form and in a roasted vegetable version. The twice-daily happy hour is a good way to try more of the menu. Sangria is one of many Spanish-inspired beverages from the bar. The dessert menu features baked treats and some warm after-dinner drinks, too.