Washington Hospitality Association honors local eateries

The Spokane Chapter of the Washington Hospitality Association honored a trio of restaurants during its recent gala at Northern Quest Resort and Casino.

Establishments were nominated by industry professionals, and members voted to select the winners.

Those winners were announced at the chapter’s annual gala, “Night in the Spotlight,” which also helped raise funds for local ProStart high school students. The event was Nov. 14.

The winners are:

Community Impact Award: No-Li Brewhouse

Industry Innovator Award: Zona Blanca

Industry Legends Award: Tim O’Doherty of O’Doherty’s Irish Grille

On the web: wahospitality.org.