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With famously filling Golden Corral, where to even begin? No, seriously, where do you go to fill your plate first — straight to the grill, a little bit of everything, or embrace decadence and go for dessert first? Tim Lucas, who praises the variety, quality and friendly staff, keeps things traditional: salad bar, then entrées. “Last, but not least, is the dessert bar,” he says. “Chocolate, and some fruit pie, with lots of whipped cream.” (LW) 2nd PLACE: River’s Edge Buffet, Northern Quest Resort & Casino; 3rd PLACE: Timber Creek Grill Buffet; NORTH IDAHO’S BEST: High Mountain Buffet, Coeur d’Alene Casino
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You bring the conversation, we'll take care of the rest... — Come experience our NEW Small Plates Menu! —
A food truck scene is blooming in the Inland Northwest, with an impressive variety of cuisines and community events like the Food Truck Rally on Wall Street downtown. But Inlander readers haven’t forgotten Tacos Tumbras, which started out at trailer on East Sprague in 2004 and has grown to two permanent locations along with the two trucks. The adjective that comes up most often with Tacos Tumbras is “authentic,” and not just from pasty northerners who don’t know any better. If you don’t already have a go-to dish, try the fish tacos or the torta. (LW) 2nd PLACE: Tacos El Sol; 3rd PLACE: The Bistro Box; NORTH IDAHO’S BEST: Taco Works
BEST RURAL RESTAURANT
THE HARVESTER
Since 1982, the Harvester in Spangle has been proudly rural, beckoning from the road with “Restaurant” spelled out on the roof. But owners Brent and Melissa Bozarth, formerly of Ionic Burritos, brought their philosophy of fresh-and-handmade when they took over several years ago. “Everything is the freshest we can possibly get it,” Brent says. Try the country-fried steak — big as a platter and often too much for two people to finish — or stop by on Saturday for prime rib, and know that whatever you order you’re getting the real deal. (LW) 2nd PLACE: The Bistro at Klink’s Resort; 3rd PLACE: Salty Dog Eatery, Deer Park; NORTH IDAHO’S BEST: The Snakepit at Enaville Resort
BEST APPETIZERS
TWIGS St. Louis Style Ribs
Filet Mignon & Shrimp
Fresh Wild Salmon
Oven Baked Meatloaf
With four locations across the Spokane area, it’s more than the sleek décor that has people coming back time and again — the appetizers are a huge part of it too. Inlander reader Connie Sagona says she can’t get enough of the butternut squash flatbread. “It’s a mix of some of my favorite flavors,” she says. “It’s a warm and cozy mix of fall/winter flavors and is easy to share.” With more than 10 items to choose from on the appetizer list, there really is something for everyone. (LJ) 2nd PLACE: P.F. Chang’s; 3rd PLACE: Zola
BEST BREAKFAST
Our signature beer, Lagunatic Brew — in 22oz bombers & on Draft!
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42 INLANDER BEST OF THE INLAND NW 2014
There’s just something about eating in a train. Come in for a weekend brunch and you may have to wait for what seems like an eternity for a seat at Frank’s Diner. Locals know it’s worth the wait. As Inlander reader Ashley Reese puts it, Frank’s Diner feels like an escape from our crazy-busy, everyday lives. “Everything seems to slow down for an hour or two — which you’ll need to eat one of their gigantic, not very healthy, but incredibly delicious bacon-and cheese-omelets,” she says. “It’s my birthday breakfast tradition and go-to Saturday spot after a rough week.” (LJ) 2nd PLACE: Chaps; 3rd PLACE: Old European; NORTH IDAHO’S BEST: The Garnet Café, CdA