Ugly Bettie's ~ Spokane

Thursday I called my wife at work and asked her if she would like to go out that night. Amy was not thrilled at the idea as we both had to work the next morning. I told her we were going to Ugly Bettie’s about 9pm and would be back by Midnight.  I then called and invited our friend Amber who is also a review writer. In no time the three of us were on our way to Ugly Bettie’s for the first time.

We arrived at the destination just as a parking spot became available at the front door. The cover was $7 each and after the doorman had a quick check of our IDs, we were in. The girls choose a table and I went to get us drinks. I found the staff to be friendly and the atmosphere relaxing.

I ordered a Bud Light on tap for Amber, Captain Morgan with Coke for Amy and my drink of choice, the Appletini, total price $13. I have paid $9 and $10 many times for a Martini so I was pleasantly surprised to get one for only $5, what a great price! With those prices I did not need specials.  I returned to the girls with the drinks and a smile. We were very impressed with our drinks they were well portioned and delicious. Next we needed something to munch on and the Bettie’s Sampler Platter sounded just right.

Up on the stage The Scott Pemberton Trio was rockin’ the house and they sounded great. Cool looking big red lanterns hung from the ceiling above them. The area in front of the band steadily filled with music lovers and couples dancing. The band played on as Ugly Bettie’s continued to fill with patrons.

When the Bettie’s Sampler Platter arrived we were ready to eat. The basket included three spicy chicken wings, three provolone cheese sticks, crispy Cajun calamari and beer battered seasoned fries with four sauces on the side. Though the wings were tangy and the cheese sticks tasty when it was gone we wanted more. “Let’s try the Greek Philly,” Amy suggested. I agreed it sounded different and delicious. Roast beef with sautéed onions, roasted garlic, mushrooms, peppers and fresh spinach, served on warm flat bread, in a Teriyaki garlic sauce with Havarti and served with French Fries.

Flowmotion started to play as I noticed every table in Ugly Bettie’s was full. The band was fantastic and their music style was Rock. The band members included RL Heyer, Josh Clauson, Scott Goodwin, Eric Bryson, and Bob Rees.

Bettie’s Greek Philly arrived and was wonderful! We split it three ways and just loved it. Next time it will be the first thing I order.

At fifteen minutes past midnight we were having a good time and not ready to go. Ugly Bettie’s was entertaining and energizing. If we would not have had to get up the next morning we would have stayed until they threw us out.

Rob Washburn and Deb Brown have got themselves an amazing little gem in downtown Spokane. They are located at 211 North Division St. Please visit or call them 509-747-8940 to find out what they have going on next.

Logan Knight ~