50 Best Coffee Shops in Tacoma

“My first time visiting....We had a Mother/Daughter day and she took me to this lovely coffee shop off of Ruston way...the coffee was hot and tasty...but the Dill Chedder Cheese Sones were so flaky and delicious...I can't wait to go back...“

“All around excellent! Vibes, service, drinks, and food - all of it were better than expected.

Had the honey kiss and it was delicious - sweet but not overly! And the CINNAMON ROLL was even better than you can imagine!

Great views of Rainier and the baristas were so kind!“

“Great tiny little coffee place. I love the little shop, and the coffee was excellent“

“Went today for the first time and idk if it was a mistake because it’s the best coffee I’ve had!! and I cannot drive everyday here for my coffee because it’s a bit too far from me 😂. Totally recommend it and an extra plus because they have the nicest people!“

“I absolutely love each of their locations (Federal Way & Tacoma), and each one is completely different while bringing amazing vibes. Whether I am there for work/meetings or just a casual mid-day coffee session, this is my go-to spot. I highly recommend!“

“The staff is supper nice and knowledgeable about coffee, and great coffee. Just a winner combination.“

“I had such a wonderful time at 15% Board Game Cafe tonight! From the moment we walked in, the staff made us feel so welcome and at home. The atmosphere was filled with laughter and fun. The selection of games was fantastic—over 300 games to choose from…..there was something for everyone. Thank you, 15% Board Game Cafe, for a memorable night out with friends. I can’t wait to come back and try more games soon!“

“omg love the baristas coffee and spritzers on point amazing place to go“

“Tried it for the first time today. Got the Caramel Cinnamon Apple Butter Latte Hot. OMG TO DIE FOR 🤤 definitely will keep going back!“

“Mad Hat Tea Company is an absolute gem in Tacoma. The atmosphere is cozy, welcoming, and full of charm, with an incredible tea selection that makes you want to slow down and stay awhile.
I especially want to give a shoutout to Maia, who provided genuinely excellent customer service. She was incredibly knowledgeable about tea, answered every question thoughtfully, and made the whole experience feel warm and personal. You can tell she truly knows and cares about what she does, and her recommendations were fantastic.
Whether you’re a serious tea lover or just curious to explore, this place is worth a visit. Great atmosphere, great tea, and genuinely wonderful people.“

“One of my favorite coffee shops & car wash. Has been for years!!! 😁“

“I was gifted a bag of Manifesto Coffee and my first thought was the beans smelled like heaven. Then I tried it and I’ve never had such a smooth cup of coffee, by far the best I’ve ever had! Check out the Columbian Cauca, Black Cherries & Chocolate! #supportlocal #supportsmallbusinesses“

“Support a local shop! Wife and I picked up 2 high end bikes. Dave was great. Knowledgeable, great service! Was gonna go the online route but stumbled on a rare personable bike shop!“

“Bought a bag of Morning Sun whole beans. Package says it's a darker roast. Darker than what? Water? We tried it three mornings in a row. With no other whole beans in the house, I had to switch to instant coffee. Morning Sun is NOT a dark roast. Sorry to say I was very disappointed.“

“Fantastic community cafe with wonderful coffee, staff and local artists who can showcase their creativity and work.“

“Best breakfast sandwiches ever!!! Best vibe & staff too!“

“I love all of these ladies, they absolutely make my day every time I come for coffee! And the coffee is amazing too!“

“So good!!! Highly recommend!“

“Whenever we are in this part of Tacoma, we come grab a coffee from the Spotted Cow! The espresso is dark and rich without being bitter. I got a 16oz iced americano with white chocolate and oatmilk. Chefs kiss! Perfection! Thank you for fueling our drive to the other side of the bridge!“

“Beautiful coffee shop!! So many windows to sit by and the coffee was incredible. They have lots of flavors to choose from. I got an iced cookie butter latte with oat milk and I was shocked at how good it was. There is also a piano for people to play on and some older gentleman were playing the guitar and harmonica. Wonderful atmosphere. Would definitely come back here!“

“Best boba and coffee! So cute inside and friendly staff.“

“Excellent coffee, great food options (including gluten free options), and incredible people.“

“This stand is so amazing!!! The service was great and the baristas were so kind. I highly recommend this amazing coffee stand then any other big company. The drnks were so good!“

“It is a cute little bistro tucked away. I was in the area for work and wanted lunch - Mom's to the rescue!

I had a spam musubi, which was great. Freshly made and still warm it had a nice saltiness and tanginess to it. I also got the Mediterranean Spread bagel sandwich. The size was a healthy portion and the bagel was perfect. The bagel was soft and chewy and went well with the hummus spread.

All very reasonably priced too!“

“I tried them once, and from that first visit I always go back! They are known in our community to have a good tasting donuts! Please do not forget to bring cash! Hahahhaha!
I forgot to bring cash on my first visit, the cashier is soooo kind to trust me to come back to pay in cash.“

“Stopped to try Italian sodas and grabbed a white chocolate mocha. All of our drinks were delicious and fairly priced. The service was phenomenal and my family has decided to make this our new coffee/ treat stop. Thanks to the barista(wish I would have got her name) for being such a wonderful treat!“

“They make my coffe perfect every time! They always listen when i say i need more of something and they're always SO sweet and friendly. I'm excited that this stand is right next to my work!“

“All right, so I've been here about two or three times now, and I've tried a few different things.

First off I wanted to say the drinks are very good and the place is VERY reasonably priced. Well worth it especially considering most places are DOUBLE the price.

I will mention, that today, my tapioca pearls in my bubble tea were a little off today. A little too hard and chewy for my liking, but I believe this to be a one off experience that might have happened because I had a late order before closing. This is not normally the case and would be surprised if it happens again.

5/5 stars still. The price for the drink alone makes me happy lol“

“It was my first time into landers and it was the best experience. The person at the register was the nicest. The wait was not long at all! The coffee is the best coffee I have ever had!! I will be going back here every week most likely! Definitely recommend it here!“

“Had an early morning appointment close to the coffee stand so I stopped to get my caffeine fix. SO glad I did! I ordered the Golden Ribbon. It was heavenly! Great taste and not too sweet! Service was excellent! If I’m ever in the area needing coffee, I’ll be sure to make this my stop! ❤️“

“What a fantastic place This is in great customer service and good coffer. It's easy to access. Really nice people.Lots of room to park handicap.Accessory, love it. GravityCoffee is all over the place.They need more stores.They are much better than starbucks. Take it from us.This is the place to go to, get your coffee.“

“Just an all around cool setup and great coffee.“

“my favorite coffee stand. the biscuits and gravy is my favorite but all of their food is super good. excellent drinks as well best lavender latte I've had.“

“They live up to their name! If I could give 100 stars I would. The staff is amazing and the drinks are the best around!“

“The owner is very kind has wonderful customer service skills, makes the best coffee I’ve tasted in years she makes Starbucks look brand new! They also have the best sandwiches I recommend the roast beef sandwich without tomato for lunch prices are affordable.“

“Friendly service, good coffee, and chill environment. I can dig it!“

“I forgot to leave a review when I first tried this place! My first ever experience was either last week or the week before and it was around 2? The lady who served me was such a kind human and despite me not having my glasses and just picking something haha she was able to make it perfect!! I actually am headed back today for more coffee haha! It was/is a wonderfully coffee shop and I think it's my new go-to!!

Parking: I am in walking distance and I don't drive sadly, so I can't help to much?

Kid-friendliness: Oh gosh as someone who suffers really bad with social anxiety to the point that I avoid places commonly, I felt safe in here. So a kid would love it!!

Wheelchair accessibility: There is enough space in the door for a wheelchair and there is a ramp for em as well!!“

“there are so many reasons to live lift bridge. here are just a couple... 1. coffee is superb 👌 hits the mark every time. 2. the baritas are friendly, fast, and most of all.. passionate about coffee. 3. No other coffee compares honestly... when I have to go elsewhere for my coffee... I find my self wishing I made the drive just for lift bridge“

“Yesterday we tried the dirty soda with Root Beer, Caramel and Irish Cream. It was phenomenal! We stopped and got one and then we stopped again on the way home so my husband could try it. Please make these a permanent menu item.“

“They are hands down the best coffee from their iced to the blended drinks. The flavors are on point. They love to experiment with drinks with me, they are so good I'll drive out of my way to get my coffee... thank you ladies for being there for me in the mornings“

“New and local shop, close to the gym and home. Great service, great taste. Will be a regular!“

“So I just had a delivery order from this location, and I had to write a review. Placed an order for a desperately needed coffee to get me through a busy day at work, along with a treat for my kiddo and a hot chocolate. My first dasher said the order was backed up and then dropped the order, the second one also dropped the order and a third dasher finally got to the store to pick it up. I got a confusing message saying the order was picked up, and then the barista called me and told me the previous dasher made up a whole story about speaking with me on the phone and me giving her permission to get donuts holes instead of the selected treat, and then took my order, before cancelling and stealing it. She let me know that they were out of cake pops, and helped me select a frosted sugar cookie that my son was very happy about. She reassured me that she was going to remake my order, and to call the store if it was stolen again. She was incredibly friendly, and went above and beyond, and as a former barista I know how crazy the barista job can be in the days leading up to and following holidays, so it was really appreciated. I need to go in person soon and make sure I leave a big tip because the baristas here are rockstars!
The gingerbread latte I got is everything I wanted, and not sickly sweet, still perfectly hot, way better than a certain big brand coffee chain that I’ve been boycotting all year now. This coffee is going to get me through a very busy day in my law firm before I finally get the rest of the week off. 100/10“

“High quality drinks, lots of options and variety!“

“I love this little shop. The gals are always so nice and the coffee is great. They make a point to get to know their customers and it's also dog friendly. The only downside is the constant loitering of people asking for money or just hanging around and yelling at customers as they walk in and out. They hang out right by the entrance and crosswalk so there is almost no way to avoid them and sometimes there are several at a time. It's very uncomfortable and doesn't feel safe and I feel for the gals that have to deal with that at the coffee stand and I hope they are compensated well because I can only imagine the challenges they face every day.“

“Corina Bakery made the wedding cake for our reception last night, and it was absolutely perfect. The design was just what I wanted, and the cake itself was delicious! We had to pick the cake up, and they packaged it just right for an easy trip to our venue. Communication with the ladies was easy and convenient. The pricing was appropriate for such a lovely, well made, beautiful cake. Thank you!!“

“Walk up drive threw is ok . Try everything once . They have real ice cream smoothies. You can't go wrong with a classic cold Martin Henry swirl . The ladies are all awesome. Congratulations to the pregnant one having a son 💙 your going to be a fantastic mommy .“

“I had an engagement session near this Anthem so we went in! I challenged the baristas with making a heart on top of a latte to be used for a photo! They kindly did it free of charge with repurposed grounds! I absolutely loved the outcome! Great atmosphere!“

“This place was awesome! The best customer service, great tasting everything. Such a great atmosphere. I’ll be a regular. I’m just mad I’ve lived so close and didn’t know about it sooner!“

“The barista recommended the white mocha and it was delicious!“