Spencer's for Steak and Chops
Solid PNW pours, but watch the markup
Downtown · Spokane · Steakhouse · Visit Website ↗
Reviewed April 19, 2026
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First Impression
Spencer's looks the part — dark wood, leather booths, the whole classic steakhouse costume. The wine list matches the room: approachable, Pacific Northwest-leaning, and built to sell bottles to expense-account diners without too many questions. It's not trying to surprise you, and it mostly doesn't.
Selection Deep Dive
The list leans hard into Washington and Oregon, which is the right call for a Spokane steakhouse. Browne Family Vineyards and Heritage Cabernet Sauvignon anchor the local representation, and there's enough variety across Cabernet, Merlot, and red blends to keep a table happy. That said, don't come looking for depth beyond the Pacific Northwest comfort zone — this is a Cab-and-steak list, full stop. Burgundy hunters and Barolo fans will find slim pickings.
By the Glass
Twelve options by the glass is a respectable count for a hotel steakhouse, and the $10–$18 range keeps things accessible. The selections skew predictable — expect Washington reds to dominate — but there's enough there to find something decent without committing to a bottle. Rotation appears minimal; this list feels like it hasn't changed much since the menu did.
Heritage Cabernet Sauvignon — $45
At the lower end of the bottle range, this local Washington Cab delivers what you want with a Spencer's steak without burning a hole in your pocket. It's the honest, no-nonsense choice on a list that can get expensive fast.
Browne Family Vineyards
Most tables will reach for the bigger names, but Browne Family is a Walla Walla producer that punches above its price point. It's a local gem that gets overlooked when Duckhorn is sitting right next to it on the list.
Chateau Ste. Michelle Merlot 2020
At $52 a bottle, you're paying more than 2.5x retail for a wine that's widely available at every grocery store in Washington state. This is a $20 bottle — a fine one — but not at this price. Order it by the glass if you must, or spring for something you can't grab at Costco.
Heritage Cabernet Sauvignon + Filet Mignon
A Washington Cab with the filet is the platonic ideal of this restaurant. The wine's dark fruit and structure cut through the richness of the beef without overpowering the tenderness of the cut. It's not a revelation — it's just right.
✔️ The Bottom Line
Spencer's is a dependable hotel steakhouse with a wine list that does its job and not much more — local producers, fair glass count, and markups that range from tolerable to eyebrow-raising. Order the Heritage Cab, skip the Chateau Ste. Michelle at bottle price, and enjoy your steak.
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