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There’s a fresh spark on the neighborhood dining map: Gena’s Mexican Kitchen is now serving from-scratch fare on Spokane’s South Hill. After Gordy’s closure, this corner of 30th Avenue has been reshaping its identity, and Gena’s arrives with breakfast service, a cocktail-forward cantina, and a hospitality-first approach—positioning itself as a new gathering place for the block.
Located at 501 E. 30th Ave. in the longtime former home of Gordy’s Sichuan Café, the restaurant soft-opened in mid-October, with a grand opening to follow. Owner Gena Amezcua says the aim is a cozy, “kitchen-at-home” experience rooted in Mexican heritage. A city filing shows plans to merge adjacent suites and expand the space to roughly 800 square feet…