SPOKANE, Wash. – The Downtown Spokane Partnership (DSP) will recognize the winners of the 2026 Best in BID Awards, honoring remarkable businesses and leaders within the Downtown Business Improvement District.
The awards, now in their fourth year, recognize excellence in categories ranging from new businesses to community leadership. Winners were selected through online community voting in January.
The ten award recipients will be celebrated at the 2026 Downtown Spokane Annual Meeting on February 25. The event will take place in the former Rite Aid space at the Parkade, gathering downtown stakeholders, elected officials and community members.
Winners of the Best in BID awards.
Best New Business (opened in 2025): Jupiter’s Eye Book Cafe
Best Local Legacy (10+ years): Auntie’s Bookstore
Best After-Work Hang: Emma Rue’s
Best Place to Start Your Morning: Indaba Coffee, Riverside Avenue
Most Inviting Interior: The Fox Theater
Best Place to Discover Something New: Wonders of the World
Best “Treat Yourself” Destination: Sweet Frostings, Washington Street
Best Food or Beverage After a Show: Durkin’s Liquor Bar
Most Community-Minded Business: nYne Bar & Bistro
Most Inspirational Business Owner: Mirak Kazanjian, owner of Skewers
For more information about the Best in BID Awards, visit the DSP website.
