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Name: Ruins
Address: 225 W Riverside Ave, Spokane, WA, United States, 99201
Telephone: (509) 474-1262
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.5

Ruins

4.5

94 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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Eclectic Downtown restaurant

Locally owned, chef-driven restaurant featuring seasonal menus based on interpretations of global and regional cuisines.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm
Phone number
(509) 474-1262
Payment options
AMEX, Contactless Payment, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Tony Brown

Location
225 W Riverside Ave, Spokane, WA 99201
Neighborhood
Spokane
Cross street
On Riverside between Browne & Bernard
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 94 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.5

4.5 based on all time ratings

4.6Food
4.4Service
4.3Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

94 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The curry flat bread with whipped feta was perfection. Every dish was made with care and delicious. First time having Parisian gnocchi and it was phenomenal. Light and airy on the inside and crispy on the outside. Our server was genuinely friendly and a delight. She was 100% the best! Spokane is so lucky to have this gem of a restaurant.
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OpenTable Diner
Seattle
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
As we tell anyone who will listen 😉, Ruins is our favorite restaurant. We’d never had brunch there, though, and we weren’t disappointed. My Lyonnaise omelette, and Wayne’s meatloaf and eggs…absolutely delicious!
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LanceH
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Unique and truly delightful offerings with a wonderful staff. The flavor combinations were so unexpected and super delicious. Loved the whole experience from start to finish.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 30, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Food came very quickly and was delicious! My mom was in town for a show and we had a lovely brunch here
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jaks
Seattle
7 reviews
vip
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
The food was amazing. We had a family dinner and they put us in the banquet area which was quiet and allowed us to enjoy each other’s company. The service was great. We will come back the next time we are in Spokane. We highly recommend Ruins.
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Harry
Seattle
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Interesting and innovative menu, well executed in every aspect. Service was absolutely superb. Do yourself a favor and check it out
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Jason
Portland
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The cocktails and food was wonderful, service top-notch. I believe there are only two people working between the bar and dining room, but they were well organized and killing it!
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OnceAServer
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 27, 2023
overall4food5service3ambience4
The food was incredible, drinks were lovely. Unfortunately the service was oddly very slow - seemed like they were understaffed.
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NicoM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
So so good great drinks and food, will be coming back very soon
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AudreyT
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing. Nice service and great drinks.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 9, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience4
3 out of 4 thought the food was overly seasoned and priced. Normally I would be understanding if the place were either slammed or new. This was not a factor during our visit, it was calm and well established business.
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OpenTable Diner
Tahoe
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience4
It was brunch. Wife’s Benedict showed up with her eggs cooked incorrectly, then on the do over it came missing 2 of the 4 items that went on the focaccia. We flagged down server and she informed us that the kitchen told her that they had missed it. We asked for missing 2 ingredients and only received one. I had the hash. It was good. Bloody Mary was bland. I kind of expected a lot more seasonings. We live out of town and looked forward to this place that’s been on triple D.
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AletheaM
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We started off with the curry flatbread and whipped feta and a side of asparagus, both were fabulous. Our meals arrived and we dug in with lots of comments of what is in this, the flavors were a surprise, we all loved our meals and would definitely recommend Ruins.
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MattB
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food and wonderful craft cocktails! We wanted to try everything there and took home leftovers :) staff was very friendly and the food was quick to come out. 5 stars!
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LisaL
San Francisco
4 reviews
vip
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 25, 2023
overall2food1service2ambience3
Taste wise, was something off in each of our dishes from salads to dessert. Too salty on salads, pickled mushrooms in risotto too sour for flavor, salsa in bolognese too strange, and even citrus sorbet lacked citrus flavor, “tasted like ice” my daughter said The waiter who was supposed to help our waitress served desserts without clearing entrees- even waitress asked if my daughter didn’t like pasta, which she confirmed, and proceeded to leave on table to point where I bussed table putting dishes on bench😔
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Sylvia
Central Coast
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Ruins is putting out some of the BEST food in town. A beautiful new modern space, with innovative flavors, beautiful presentation and lovely service. OH, and cocktails are divine. It makes sense that Chef Tony Brown and Ruins in Spokane is featured on not one, but TWO of Guy Fieri food shows and has been nominated for a James Beard award. Well deserved.
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DaveE
Seattle
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 16, 2023
overall2food2service3ambience2
Cold and dark. Food was extremely salty. Not worth your time.
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RaeH
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Choosing what to eat at Ruins can seem difficult because everything sounds delicious, but don’t fret. Whatever you order will be expertly prepared, seasoned to perfection, comforting, and fresh. Enjoy!
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OpenTable Diner
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome food drinks ambiance and service!!!
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Vinophile
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great Restaurant Week dinner! First time here for five of us. Will definitely be back.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience4
First time in this restaurant. We decided to give it a try during Restaurant Week. The chicken on the cassoulet was almost perfectly cooked- the skin was too salty which overpowered the rest of the dish for me. My husband liked it though. The beet salad was devoured and the sausage rolls were delicious! Service is great- Crystal made the best old fashion! Ambiance is rustic and homey.
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KristiS
Seattle
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Amazing food & presentation. Our food came out before our drink order. A bit busy due to restaurant week.
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DougT
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
everything we ate was outstanding. very delicious
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KimberS
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Last night was our first visit and we’ll be back! Very imaginative and yummy menu! We could hardly choose what to get and ended up sharing two starters, an entree and dessert. Literally the only thing I’d change was the cold draft that hit us every time someone came or left through the front door.
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JacquelineM
Houston
64 reviews
vip
5.0
64 reviews
Dined on February 12, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Outstanding! We traveled to Spokane to try Ruins and we were not disappointed. Special kudos for the beet and citrus salad (with the doll up of whipped blue cheese), the sausage rolls, and the perfect crispy skin porchetta. Generous portions, attractive presentation, nice cocktails, and a small but nicely priced wine list. We will be back!
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OpenTable Diner
Hawaii
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 11, 2023
overall3food4service4ambience1
The food was delicious and nice server. Ambience needs a little help in the green room lighting.
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LauraL
New York Area
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 11, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience5
Everything was wonderful. My only criticism would be that the restaurant was cold. I kept my coat on the whole time.
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MicN
Palm Springs
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
SO GOOD!!!
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SheenaE
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
After much debate, I went with the meatloaf. I think part of me does this just to see if it ends up being like your mom's basic loaf. IT. WAS. NOT. I was happily surprised by the myriad of flavors in the dish that both stood out on their own and played very nicely with the others. The focaccia appetizer was presented in a way I've never seen and was very tasty; as was the lemon dessert. The drinks were a great treat and the server did awesome working the floor solo. I would never have guessed it was her first night if she hadn't mentioned in casual conversation with our table.
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TedR
Seattle
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 29, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Beyondf delicious!
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RandyA
Seattle
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 29, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
Really good food.
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AmeliaO
Seattle
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Always love the food and their menu variety.
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OpenTable Diner
Seattle
5 reviews
vip
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 28, 2023
overall3food3service2ambience3
Great interesting food but overly salty, the table next to us had same comment..too salty! We encouraged them to return as last visit my dish was spot on , unfortunately my husbands dish the fish and last time meatloaf was again too salty and he salts everything!!!
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OpenTable Diner
Seattle
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Ruins never disappoints. The staff are welcoming and delightful; and the food!: innovative, bringing out the best flavors. It’s always fun to see what’s new on the ever-changing menu.
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SpencerL
San Diego
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 28, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
Great food. Elevated home-style comfort. Will go back.
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dharbaugh
Seattle
50 reviews
vip
4.0
50 reviews
Dined on January 17, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
Small meeting over lunch. Service good bit not intrusive. Food was excellent. .
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OpenTable Diner
Nashville
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall3food3service2ambience3
We had a reservation did not sit down until 30 minutes afterwards. Waitress kept disappearing would not come back to the table 15-20 minutes forgot about our drinks. Food : It was a very unique experience.
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mikem
San Francisco
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience4
Unique food. Cool place. Service spotty, inconsistent.
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Jake
Palm Springs
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 16, 2022
overall2food2service3ambience2
Food was cold, and very average. Asked for coffee after dinner and said they ran out.
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Imjayro
Portland
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Amazing food, great service. We all had a really good time, and loved the food. The focaccia appetizer is so tasty. The pork shoulder and meatloaf were huge hits at the table. Definitely a place to share bites!
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

Ruins is rated 4.5 stars by 94 OpenTable diners.

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225 W Riverside Ave, Spokane, WA 99201

Additional information

Cross street
On Riverside between Browne & Bernard
Neighborhood
Spokane
Hours of operation
Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Contactless Payment, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Tony Brown
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Phone number
(509) 474-1262

Ruins

Not available on OpenTable

Additional information

Overall ratings and reviews

Cleaning & sanitizing

Screening

FAQs

How is Ruins restaurant rated?

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