One Shot Charlies

Server was excellent; attentive and knowledgeable. Ambiance is a perfect match for this sleepy, quaint, historic, lakeside community. Big bar selections. Pretty good sandwich selections which came out from kitchen very fast. We dined indoors vs the outdoor deck — but it’s definitely an indoor/outdoor vibe with shutters, doors and windows open to enjoy the great outdoors. Located half a block off the main corridor (ID 97) downhill toward the lakefront.

Food is one click better than you would expect at a typical dive bar. Reuben was especially good. No air conditioning, which is not great when it is 104 outside, but they do have big fans. Music is a bit loud and raucous for an aging baby boomer.

If you are driving the scenic route around Lake Coeur D'Alene, or Harrison Idaho is your destination, you've got to stop by One Shot Charlie's. The building is fun (outdoor seating in summer months), the decor is interesting and the food is fantastic! We had the garlic Parmesan fries with a beef dip and a Reuben, and both were outstanding. We also got an appetizer (forget the name) that was basically HUGE tator tots stuffed with cream cheese, jalapenos, corn and other yumminess with a fantastic fry sauce. Our only lament is we didn't stop by years ago. The next time we had this way, One Shot Charlie's is a MUST.

Solid food, awesome atmosphere in Harrison. I had "The Spade" which is basically a club sandwhich, it was quite good. My wife "happy hippie" pita and was very pleased as well.

They have a good selection of micro brews. The menu is quite extensive for the only restaurant open in town this time of year. I had the cheeseburger and fries and they were excellent. Even if it wasn't the only spot, is tell people to eat here. The atmosphere is awesome and the staff is really high quality.