The Swinging Doors
The Swinging Doors is a restaurant in Spokane County featuring a spacious interior with numerous tables and a prominent bar area. The menu spans hearty American fare including burgers, sandwiches, and steaks, with breakfast specialties like chicken fried steak and homemade sausage gravy drawing regular morning crowds.
Founded in 1981 by Bob and Barb Materne, the restaurant converted a small pizza place into a large dining establishment. Over the decades it has become a local institution, earning multiple awards including repeated recognition as the best sports bar in the area.
The name references the swinging doors typical of classic American diners, giving the place a Western-inspired character. The interior decor is simple and nostalgic, creating a familiar gathering space where locals have built community through decades of shared meals.
Located on West Francis Avenue, the restaurant is easy to find with convenient parking nearby. It offers both dine-in service and online ordering for pickup, operating throughout the day from morning until late evening.
The restaurant gained particular fame for its chicken fried steak breakfast with homemade sausage gravy, which keeps regulars returning for more. Large television screens showing sports events transform the space into a lively gathering spot during game nights and major matches.
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