By Zack & Brooklyn Bolin, Facebook:
Taste Budz, Instagram: tastebudz_spokane
If you haven’t already heard, there’s a new kid on the block: Kindred Public House. It’s a sister restaurant to Cascadia Public House, and it does not disappoint.
What we devoured
~Short Rib Street Tacos
~Bulgogi Beef Lettuce Cups
~House Margarita
Zack and I both ordered the short rib street tacos; they sounded too good to share. Local tortillas made by De Leon’s get stuffed full of tender, juicy braised short rib. Then for a touch of freshness, they top it off with pickled red onion, cotija cheese, green salsa, slaw, and cilantro. I could eat these every day for the rest of my life. The meat is so rich and flavorful when you first bite in, but then the refreshing flavors of the slaw and salsa cut through the richness, making a perfectly balanced plate. Zack, of course, ordered his without red onion, which they were happy to accommodate.
We knew we couldn’t only try one item, so we decided to also order the bulgogi beef lettuce cups. Bulgogi is a Korean marinated beef that combines sweet and savory flavors. The meat was extremely tender, but the crispy romaine lettuce and rice noodles added a perfect crunch. They top it with a flavorful – but not too spicy – chili aioli, plus fresh veggies and peanuts. The dish packed so much flavor while still being a light and refreshing meal.
The interior of the restaurant is cozy and casual. They have an excellent bar area with an awesome mural covering the wall. They also have regular seating. They have a few TVs up with sports on. Even though they are new, their service was extremely fast, and the staff was exceptionally friendly. We went out on Black Friday; the restaurant was packed, and we still had margaritas in our hands within minutes of sitting down.
Just like with Cascadia, Kindred offers a wide range of menu options with an emphasis on accommodating dietary restrictions, including vegan, gluten-free, and vegetarian. They even offer vegan calamari made with locally sourced deep-fried oyster mushrooms.
The whole menu sounds absolutely delectable! We can’t wait to go back and try more. Whether you are looking to have a date night or just grab some drinks and delicious snacks, Kindred will exceed your expectations. Make sure to stop in and show this new business some love next time you’re in the area.
2901 N. Monroe St., Spokane,
kindredpubhouse.com,
509-862-4897.