Spokane, WA • Dick's Hamburgers

Date: 07-06-13
Location: 10 E 3rd Ave.
Photography by: Luis Valdizon
Words by: M. L. Morris & Luis Valdizon

During the Spokane, Washington stop of the "Young, Loved, Hated & Broke Tour," Dick's Hamburgers was our post-show saving grace. Established in the 1960s, Dick's is a drive-in burger shack known for its authentic, old-school look and its economical, inexpensive menu that offers a wide variety of hamburgers, chicken sandwiches and strips, pizza, fries, onion rings, hot fried pies, shakes and malts (ask about seasonal flavors), and other cold treats. The most popular item is the "Whammy," which is comprised of two meat patties and two layers of cheese–-you could say it serves as this Spokane burger institution's take on In-N-Out's "Double-Double." The seating at Dick's is limited to a few outdoor picnic benches, but most patrons tend to enjoy their meals inside the comfort of their vehicles or standing outside with friends. On a warm summer night, the area around the hood of our car was suitable for our crew of rumbling stomachs. Although Whammies didn't quite satisfy our cravings for Double-Doubles, the taste for price ($1.69 each) couldn't be beat. We were looking for any eatery open at 1 a.m., and we just so happened to stumble upon a local landmark. If you're ever venturing through this quaint Pacific Northwest city and in need of a cheap, but tasty lunch or dinner, now you know where to go. And if you're in need of coffee, stop by Couer Coffeehouse, highlighted here in another recent TCC post.

Spokane, WA • Coeur Coffeehouse

Date: 07-06-13
Location: 701 N Monroe St. Spokane, WA.
Words and photography by: Luis Valdizon
Website: coeurcoffeehouse.com

While in Spokane, Washington, recently on the Young, Loved, Hated & Broke Tour, we had the privilege of visiting Coeur Coffeehouse. At first glance, you can tell that the people behind the establishment care deeply about their product and the customer experience. With the temperature outside in the 80s, naturally, David inquired about their cold-brew coffee upon entering. The polite barista offered up a sample and explained their 14-hour cold brewing method. The chilled drink was naturally sweet and the roast's flavor shined through. However, we knew we would regret leaving without trying one of their espresso-based offerings, so we ended up ordering cappuccinos made of Stumptown's Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Chelbessa. We were far from disappointed. Ambrosial—that's the word that best describes what we tasted.

In addition to their coffee and pastries (which they were unfortunately sold out of at the time we were there), Coeur also has a back room with additional seating and a chessboard for guests. The sleek interior, incredible lighting and high ceilings makes for the perfect place to get work done, socialize with friends or have some one-on-one time with a date.