Hours, menus and specials change, so check before you go. Everything below was checked against the business's or organization's own site on Nov. 9, 2026, and each item links to its source. Showtimes are never copied here; use the live links. Ratings come from the public rating pages named next to each listing.
Twelve Valley-area picks across price points and cuisines. "Menu snapshot" lists a few dishes in our own words, taken from each restaurant's own menu, with a link to the full menu. Yelp and Google block automated lookups, so ratings here come from Restaurantji and OpenTable pages we could load; star ratings are not guarantees of your experience.
Bistro · Wine bar$$–$$$
Ambrosia Bistro & Wine Bar
9211 E Montgomery Ave, Spokane Valley 99206
A date-night favorite near historic Millwood with a seasonal menu, a Northwest wine list and a patio in warm months.
Menu snapshot(our highlights, not a full menu)
Prawns & Purses: porcini-stuffed pasta with prawns in a parmesan cream sauce ($32)
Cider-braised Kurobuta pork shank with whipped potatoes ($36)
Seared ahi tuna appetizer with togarashi and spicy aioli ($18)
Prices from the Fall 2026 menu, which also lists sandwiches, salads, soups and desserts.
What reviewers say: Restaurantji reviewers most often mention the wine list, attentive service and entrées such as the short rib.
A neighborhood gathering spot in the former Painted Hills clubhouse, with a rotating tap list and a daily happy hour.
Menu snapshot(our highlights, not a full menu)
Prime rib dip with caramelized onions and au jus ($22)
Craft bacon burger on American wagyu ($19.75)
Bread pudding with caramel, chocolate and bacon ($12)
Menu published by the restaurant Nov. 8, 2026 and changes daily; prices are cash/debit with a 2.4% card fee noted on the menu.
What reviewers say: Restaurantji reviewers praise the patio, friendly service for groups and dishes such as the Cuban sandwich and lamb burger; a few mention rushed or short-staffed moments.
Vietnamese comfort food and build-your-own hot pot from a family-run kitchen. The site takes online reservations and offers party and catering packages.
Menu snapshot(our highlights, not a full menu)
Brisket and rare beef pho ($17.95 small / $18.95 large)
Banh mi sandwiches with pâté, pickled carrot and jalapeño ($12.95)
Fresh spring rolls with peanut sauce ($8.95)
Food menu on the restaurant's site; a separate drinks menu is linked there.
What reviewers say: Restaurantji reviewers praise the pho, spring rolls and boba, the clean dining room and a welcoming family-run feel.
Cafe of 4 Seasons Coffee just off I-90 at the Pines exit, with scones, cookies, a gift shop and Wi-Fi seating. Coffee beans are fresh-packed; the cafe asks for about two hours' notice on bean pickup orders.
Menu snapshot(our highlights, not a full menu)
Fresh-packed retail coffee beans (order ahead for pickup)
Scones, cookies and breads in the cafe
Teas and energy drinks alongside espresso
The cafe page lists offerings but no full drink menu or prices.
Rating: not verified (no public rating page we could load)
Only offers published on the business's own site are listed. Specials change often and some are dine-in only, so confirm with the business before you go.
Craft & Gather
Happy hour daily 3–5 p.m.: half-price well cocktails, wine and beer. Wine Wednesdays: half-price wine by the glass and bottle all night. Dine-in only; some bottles excluded.
Lotus happy hour: $1 off all Lotus drinks, daily 3–5 p.m. Fill a Tray Mondays: four 16 oz hot or iced drinks for $20. Bar happy hour (21+) daily 3 p.m. to close, with Coors Light $4, micro brews $5.25, prosecco and seltzers $5, wine $6.
Thanksgiving 2026 pre-order meals for pickup on Wednesday, Nov. 25, ready to heat at home: Large Feast $149 (8–12 lb smoked turkey with stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy and green bean casserole), Grand Feast $279, plus sides, desserts and smoked meats. Orders are prepaid; call 509-710-3426 or email the order.
For showtimes we link to each theater's live listing instead of printing times that go stale. Regal and AMC block automated page checks, so their links are provided as official addresses, but we could not load them in testing.
Spokane River. The river runs through the Valley, and the paved Spokane River Centennial Trail gives walking access to shoreline spots. WDFW has special rules for the Spokane River (seasons, gear and release requirements), so read the current rules pamphlet before you fish. Centennial Trail (WA State Parks) · WDFW fishing regulations
Liberty Lake (706 acres). WDFW lists it as open March 1 through Oct. 31, so it is closed to fishing right now. Species include brown and rainbow trout, largemouth and smallmouth bass, yellow perch, walleye and brown bullhead. Shoreline access is limited, with a WDFW access site on the north end and a county park at the southeast corner. WDFW: Liberty Lake
Newman Lake (1,099 acres, about 12 miles northeast of Spokane). WDFW lists it as open year-round, with largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, perch, catfish and an occasional brook trout; it also has a tiger muskie fishery. It has a fishing dock at the WDFW access and is good for ice fishing. WDFW: Newman Lake
Mirabeau Point Park. 55.5 acres on the Spokane River with Centennial Trail access, walking trails, CenterPlace and Discovery Playground. City brochure
Dishman Hills Natural Area. About 520 acres with roughly 8 miles of hiking-only trails; the Eagle Peak Loop is 4.5 miles round trip with 800 feet of gain. Washington Trails Association
Appleway Trail. A paved trail on the old Milwaukee Railroad right-of-way, parallel to Sprague, with trailheads at University, Pines, Best and Tschirley roads. City of Spokane Valley
License note. Washington requires a fishing license for most anglers; age-based and other exceptions apply, and some species need a catch record card. See WDFW fishing licenses and license types and fees. WDFW lands may also require a Discover Pass or a Vehicle Access Pass. Rules and seasons change, so confirm current regulations on the WDFW site before you cast.
Kids and family
Discovery Playground at Mirabeau Point Park (2426 N Discovery Pl): an accessible, multi-sensory playground with no admission fee. Playground hours are 6 a.m.–7 p.m. from Oct. 16 to April 14. Restrooms are seasonal (closed Oct. 16–April 14) and the splash pad runs May 15–Oct. 15, so plan a spring return for water play. City of Spokane Valley
Splash pads (May–October). Free splash pads at Discovery Playground, Edgecliff Park (800 S Park Rd) and Browns Park (3101 S Pines Rd), daily 10 a.m.–8 p.m. in season, per the city's 2025 notice; Greenacres Park's was closed for construction. City notice
Library storytimes. The Spokane Valley Library lists Family Play & Learn Storytime (ages 2–5) on Tuesdays Nov. 10, 17 and 24, and Baby Play & Learn (ages 0–18 months) on Wednesdays, all 9:30–10:30 a.m. Confirm times on the library calendar. Spokane County Library District calendar
Flying Squirrel Trampoline Park (15312 E Sprague Ave): an indoor trampoline park with climbing walls and a cafe, a toddler rate of $14 for one hour for ages 6 and under. Posted hours: Sun–Mon 10 a.m.–9 p.m., Tue–Thu 2–9 p.m., Fri 2–11 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.–11 p.m. Flying Squirrel Spokane Valley
HUB Sports Center: a large indoor sports complex with basketball, volleyball, pickleball, futsal and more, plus classes, camps and birthday parties. It celebrates "Happy HUBidays" all December, including a Frozen Fortress indoor snowball fight on Dec. 21. HUB holiday page · HUB calendar
CenterPlace Regional Event Center hosts family events such as Breakfast with Santa (Dec. 5) and the Winter Market (Dec. 12); the city's Cool Camp winter-break day camp is listed for Dec. 21–23 and 28–31. Letters from Santa registration ($3 per letter) runs through Dec. 11. City Parks & Recreation guide (PDF)
Tree Lighting at Balfour Park (Dec. 4, 5:30–7 p.m.) includes free hot chocolate and cookies, and storytime with Santa at the library afterward. City of Spokane Valley
Valley YMCA offers a recreation pool, youth programs and a gym; see the Gyms section. Valley YMCA
Gyms, studios and fitness
Eight places across gyms, boxing, hot yoga, Pilates, climbing and free trail running. Each description comes from the business's or city's own page; ask about trials, rates and class schedules directly.
Valley YMCA
Best for families and swimmers
2421 N Discovery Pl (next to Mirabeau Point Park). 25-yard lap pool and recreation pool, cardio and free weights, group exercise, gym and youth programs. Mon–Fri 5 a.m.–9 p.m., Sat 7 a.m.–9 p.m., Sun 9 a.m.–8 p.m. (aquatics close 30 minutes earlier).
11811 E 1st Ave. A 24-hour training facility that advertises safe, positive, professional coaching and a free first lesson; strength and conditioning programs listed.
Best for indoor climbing and yoga, a short drive west
Adult day pass $25 plus tax (includes same-day yoga); youth, college and military rates and gear rentals listed. Hours Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–10 p.m., Sat 9 a.m.–7 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.–7 p.m. (per the gym's contact page).
2520 N Flora Rd. A 46-acre cross country venue in Flora Park, open to visitors when not reserved for an event; about 150 parking spaces and a quarter-mile walking path to viewing spots. It opened Aug. 15, 2026 and won the 2026 SportsTravel Award for Best New or Renovated Sports Venue.
Start with the weekly targets. Adults are advised to get at least 150 minutes of moderate activity a week (brisk walking counts), or 75 minutes of vigorous activity, or an equal mix. The Centennial Trail and Appleway Trail make this easy to do for free. (Source: CDC)
Add strength twice a week. Plan at least two days of muscle-strengthening work that covers legs, hips, back, abdomen, chest, shoulders and arms. Group classes at the Y, MUV Fitness or CrossFit are one way to get coaching. (Source: CDC)
Break it into chunks. You do not need one long session: 30 minutes a day, five days a week works, and so do shorter bouts spread across the week. (Source: CDC)
Some is better than none. On busy weeks, any movement beats skipping. Sitting less and doing any amount of moderate or vigorous activity brings some health benefits. (Source: CDC)
Move more, sit less. WHO also stresses limiting sedentary time. A quick walk after dinner or at a lunch break is a simple habit. (Source: World Health Organization)
Pick activities you will actually do. Practical suggestion: mix a trail walk, a class and one strength session so winter weather or a busy week does not stall you. Indoor options such as the Y, a climbing gym or a studio help from November through March.
Ease in and check with your clinician if you have health concerns. General fitness information only, not medical advice. If you have a medical condition, are pregnant or are returning after a long break, talk with a health professional before starting a new routine.
Local Sports Schedules
Home games and events, Nov. 9, 2026 onward. Every date, opponent and time below is copied from the team, school, league or arena schedule linked in each section, as posted on Nov. 9, 2026. Times are Pacific. Schedules can change for TV, weather or other reasons, so use the official links to confirm before you head out.
Spokane Chiefs (WHL hockey)
All 27 remaining home games on the arena calendar, at Numerica Veterans Arena (the Spokane Arena), 720 W Mallon Ave, Spokane.
Date
Opponent
Puck drop
Promotion
Fri, Nov. 13
Everett Silvertips
6:05 p.m.
Native American Heritage Night
Fri, Nov. 20
Victoria Royals
7:05 p.m.
Hawaiian Night and luggage tag giveaway
Sat, Nov. 21
Penticton Vees
6:05 p.m.
Family Feast Night
Wed, Nov. 25
Kelowna Rockets
7:05 p.m.
Player magnet giveaway
Sat, Nov. 28
Kelowna Rockets
6:05 p.m.
Shop With The Chiefs Night
Fri, Dec. 4
Vancouver Giants
7:05 p.m.
Seattle Kraken trip giveaway
Sat, Dec. 5
Wenatchee Wild
6:05 p.m.
Teddy Bear Toss
Wed, Dec. 9
Calgary Hitmen
7:05 p.m.
Neurodiversity Awareness Night
Sat, Dec. 19
Tri-City Americans
6:05 p.m.
First Responder Appreciation Night
Tue, Dec. 29
Wenatchee Wild*
7:05 p.m.
Player magnet giveaway
Sat, Jan. 2
Seattle Thunderbirds
6:05 p.m.
Wall calendar giveaway
Tue, Jan. 5
Edmonton Oil Kings
7:05 p.m.
Player magnet giveaway
Sat, Jan. 23
Prince George Cougars
6:05 p.m.
Fan Appreciation Night
Sun, Jan. 24
Seattle Thunderbirds
5:05 p.m.
Team poster giveaway and post-game autographs
Fri, Jan. 29
Penticton Vees
7:05 p.m.
BINGO Night
Sat, Jan. 30
Red Deer Rebels
6:05 p.m.
Military Appreciation Night
Fri, Feb. 5
Seattle Thunderbirds
7:05 p.m.
Trade Union Appreciation Night
Sat, Feb. 6
Wenatchee Wild
6:05 p.m.
Bobblehead giveaway
Wed, Feb. 10
Everett Silvertips
7:05 p.m.
Special Olympics Night
Fri, Feb. 12
Wenatchee Wild
7:05 p.m.
Motorhome sweepstakes
Tue, Feb. 23
Kamloops Blazers
7:05 p.m.
Player magnet giveaway
Fri, Feb. 26
Seattle Thunderbirds
7:05 p.m.
School Night and kids giveaway
Sat, Feb. 27
Tri-City Americans
6:05 p.m.
Chiefs Fight Cancer Night
Fri, Mar. 12
Portland Winterhawks
7:05 p.m.
Piggy bank giveaway
Sat, Mar. 13
Portland Winterhawks
6:05 p.m.
Turn Back The Clock Night and jersey sweepstakes
Wed, Mar. 24
Kamloops Blazers
7:05 p.m.
Player magnet giveaway
Sat, Mar. 27
Tri-City Americans
6:05 p.m.
Regular season finale
*The arena's events page spells the Dec. 29 opponent "Wenatchee Wils"; the Chiefs' other games against Wenatchee are against the Wild, so we list the Wild here. Confirm on the team schedule. Promotions are as listed on the arena page and can change.
Home games at the McCarthey Athletic Center on the Gonzaga campus, plus the Nov. 14 Spokane Series game at Numerica Veterans Arena. Games through Mar. 3, the last home game on the regular-season schedule.
Women: 13 home games at the McCarthey Athletic Center
Date
Opponent
Time
Wed, Nov. 18
Montana
6 p.m.
Fri, Dec. 4
Yale
6 p.m.
Thu, Dec. 10
LMU
6 p.m.
Wed, Dec. 30
South Dakota State
6 p.m.
Sat, Jan. 2
St. Thomas
2 p.m.
Wed, Jan. 6
Oregon State
6 p.m.
Wed, Jan. 13
Texas State
6 p.m.
Thu, Jan. 28
Utah State
6 p.m.
Sun, Jan. 31
Fresno State
2 p.m.
Sat, Feb. 6
San Diego State
8 p.m.
Sat, Feb. 20
Boise State
2 p.m.
Wed, Feb. 24
Colorado State
7 p.m.
Sat, Mar. 6
Washington State
7 p.m.
Games through Mar. 6, the last home game on the regular-season schedule. Gonzaga women also visit Eastern Washington in Cheney on Sun., Nov. 29, 2 p.m.
At Reese Court, Cheney, except the Dec. 22 509 Classic against Washington State at Numerica Veterans Arena in Spokane (time to be announced). The Big Sky Conference Tournament is Mar. 5–10 in Boise.
Spokane Indians (Northwest League baseball). The 2027 home opener is Tuesday, April 6, at Avista Stadium against the Hillsboro Hops. The schedule has 66 home games across 11 homestands; game times and promotions are to be released later. Schedule announcement · Official schedule · Single-game tickets
Spokane Velocity FC (USL League One). The 2026 home season has ended. The club says the 2027 schedule will be announced in early 2027, and we will add the home dates when they are posted. Velocity FC schedule
Spokane Zephyr FC (women's soccer). The Gainbridge Super League announced on May 20, 2026 that the Zephyr will not take part in its 2026/27 season, so there are no Zephyr home matches to list. League announcement
Indoor football. No indoor football dates are on the Numerica Veterans Arena calendar right now. Arena calendar
NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship in Spokane. First and second rounds are Mar. 18 and 20, 2027, at Numerica Veterans Arena. Arena events
The Course Spokane Valley. The 46-acre cross country venue in Flora Park hosts the NCAA Division III Regional on Nov. 14 and Nike Cross Regionals Northwest on Nov. 20–21, and has been selected to host the 2027 NCAA Division I West Regional. Discover Spokane Valley · City venue page
Valley high school sports
The Greater Spokane League (GSL) posts live schedules for every school and sport, including home and away games, start times and locations. Pick your school:
We link to the league's live pages instead of copying dates because high school schedules are updated often.
HUB Sports Center tournaments
15 tournament and league dates are posted through Feb. 14, 2027 at the HUB Sports Center, 19619 E Cataldo Ave, Liberty Lake. The calendar lists each as 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Spokane Valley Mall (14700 E Indiana Ave). Regular hours Mon–Thu 11–7, Fri–Sat 11–8, Sun 11–6. Closed Thanksgiving Day (Nov. 26) and open 8 a.m.–9 p.m. on Black Friday, Nov. 27. Mall walkers can enter an hour before store opening. The mall's site links to Santa photo reservations. Mall hours and info · Reserve Santa photos. The mall's events page listed no sales events on Nov. 9; check individual stores for deals.
Custer's Christmas Arts & Crafts Show, Nov. 20–22 at the Spokane County Fair & Expo Center: over 250 artisans, with $9 single-day or $11 three-day admission and free parking. Custer Shows
Spokane Valley Winter Market, Dec. 12 at CenterPlace: local crafts and food, free admission. Visit Spokane
The Scale House Market, 4422 E 8th Ave: an open-year-round mercantile with local vendors, produce, prepared food and handmade goods (hours in the Farmers markets section). Scale House Market
4 Seasons Coffee, Valley Cafe has a gift shop with specialty foods, cocktail mixers and gifts next to the cafe. Cafe page
Sprague Avenue and Indiana Avenue are the Valley's main retail corridors; see the Spokane Valley guide for more on dining and shopping.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a farmers market in Spokane Valley in winter?
The 2026 Spokane Valley Farmers Market ran Fridays 4–7 p.m., June 5 through Aug. 28, at The Scale House Market at the Quarry, 4422 E 8th Ave. For winter, the city's Spokane Valley Winter Market is Saturday, Dec. 12, 10 a.m.–4 p.m., at CenterPlace (free admission), and The Scale House Market says its mercantile is open year-round (Wed–Fri 8 a.m.–7 p.m., Sat–Sun 8 a.m.–4 p.m.). 2027 farmers market dates have not been published yet.
Where can I fish near Spokane Valley?
Popular nearby options are the Spokane River (reachable from Centennial Trail access points), Liberty Lake and Newman Lake. WDFW says Newman Lake is open year-round with largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, perch, catfish, tiger muskie and an occasional brook trout, while Liberty Lake opens March 1 through Oct. 31 and offers brown trout, bass, perch and walleye among other species. Always check current WDFW rules and license requirements before you go.
What can kids do in Spokane Valley in the cooler months?
Discovery Playground at Mirabeau Point Park has no admission fee and is open 6 a.m.–7 p.m. from Oct. 16 to April 14, though its restrooms and splash pad are seasonal. Other ideas include Spokane County Library storytimes, the HUB Sports Center holiday activities in December, the Letters from Santa program (sign up through Dec. 11) and the city's holiday events.
Where can I find current movie showtimes near Spokane Valley?
Regal Spokane Valley is at 14760 E Indiana Ave, and Village Centre Cinemas Wandermere is at 12622 N Division St in north Spokane. Showtimes change daily, so use each theater's own site for live times.
What big events are coming up around Spokane Valley this holiday season?
Highlights include Custer's Christmas Arts & Crafts Show (Nov. 20–22), the Spokane Valley Tree Lighting (Dec. 4), Breakfast with Santa (Dec. 5), the Spokane Valley Winter Market (Dec. 12), The Nutcracker at the Fox (Dec. 3–6) and Spokane Chiefs home games at Numerica Veterans Arena.
What local sports can I watch?
The Spokane Chiefs (WHL) have 27 home games at Numerica Veterans Arena from Nov. 13 through Mar. 27, and Gonzaga, Eastern Washington and Whitworth play basketball at home through the winter. The Spokane Indians open their 2027 home schedule at Avista Stadium on April 6, and the Spokane Velocity FC 2027 schedule is due in early 2027. See the Local Sports Schedules section for dates and official ticket links.
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