What do you do with an abandoned former railyard and steam engine maintenance facility? Here in Spokane, we create a planned sustainable urban neighborhood and attract businesses to set up shop. That’s what we did with Kendall Yards.
Its 77 acres sits on the north side of the Spokane River, peering across the river to city center. Construction commenced following the project’s approval in 2010, housing units went on the market in 2012, and development has continued ever since.
Urban Village Life
Kendall Yards is the epitome of urban village living. With housing, mixed use retail, parks, and walking trails, everything is just a short walk away.
Townhouses and apartments line the streets, leading to the business district of the neighborhood offering restaurants, wine tasting, art galleries, and other small shops.
You’ll find Olmstead Brothers Green Park, where family and friends can meet to enjoy a playground, ample green space, and a picnic shelter.
The Nest provides a gathering place for concerts, outdoor events, or just watching the sunset.
Hook up with the Centennial Trail and head east if you want to head downtown, or west if you want to just explore the surrounding environs.
Food & Drink
For such a small area, Kendall Yards packs options galore.
Versalia Handmade salads and hand-crafted wood-fired pizza with delectable toppings and rotating taps to whet your appetite. Get pizza by the slice or by the pie.
Mole For something a bit spicier, checkout Mole. It’s a Mexican restaurant committed to honoring the flavors of the Oaxacan region of Mexico.
Sorella Mangia! Mangia! If it’s Italian flavors you desire, look no further than Sorella. From meatballs to salads to parmigiana to other Italian specialties, Sorella will not disappoint.
The Scoop Don’t scream, unless you’re screaming for ice cream! The Scoop offers a rotating selection of ice cream flavors to tempt your taste buds and cool you down on a hot summer day.
Shopping
The list of shopping options is almost as long as the list of food and drink establishments available in Kendall Yards. We list just a few below, but trust there are many more small businesses you can support.
Kendall Yards Night Market Stop by every Wednesday from 5:00pm to 8:30pm between May and September for one of the city’s best farmer’s markets. You’ll find artisan food producers, local artists, and local musicians.
Marmot Art Space This gallery showcases the region’s best artists, from sculpture to ceramics to paintings, there’s an eclectic mix of beautiful art in the Marmot.
Prairie Dog Mercantile You can’t forget your furry friends! Stop in for toys, treats, and gear. Prairie Dog offers the largest selection of food options for your pet companion. Choose from raw, canned, frozen, grain-free, wet, dry foods and more. You will find everything in this store to make your buddy happy and healthy.
