Restaurants in Tacoma

“Chicken and waffles were amazing as well as the service by Buddy himself. Food came out at a reasonable speed as well! One thing that could've been better was the fries came out a bit cold but they were still very good. Still a 5 but would be 6 if the fries came out hot!”

“My husband and I love meeting up here for a bite and for drinks. It is intimate and staff are friendly. Music is at a good level so you can actually talk. Great happy hour choices.”

“Service was great. Food came out quickly and was delicious. I’ve been here many times and have never been disappointed.

Parking: Mall parking.”

“This post is from Pacific Northwest Foodies. Infinite Soups ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ One of the highlights of my last trip to Washington was visiting Infinite Soups in Tacoma, Washington. Owners Wendy Clapp and Todd Deshazo managed The News Tribune cafeteria prior to creating Infinite Soups. Their soups were by far their most popular item. They started by selling their soup at a weekly farmers market. They opened their brick and mortar location at 445 Tacoma Ave. S. in 2007. Over the years, Infinite Soups has offered more than 1500 different types of soup. They create an estimated 100 new soup recipes each year. Clapp states, “I think soup is a democratic food, you know? Every culture eats soup. Every income level eats soup. Everybody eats soup!" The soups offered include traditional soups from all over the world. The soups are made from produce sourced from Zestful Gardens, a small organic farm and CSA in the Puyallup Valley, near Tacoma. Infinite Soups offers 17-20 soups that are made from scratch every day. There are four categories available: Creamy, Non-Creamy, Vegetarian, and Vegan. If you want to have the most options available to you, you need to get there before 1 PM. For my first visit on 5/17/24, I arrived about an hour before the store closed. There were just 5 options left, none of which were my preferred Creamy style soup. The young man working behind the counter, kindly offered to let me sample all five, and I did. They were all EXCELLENT! I had a hard time deciding which one to get and asked him which of these was his favorite. He recommended the Basil Artichoke (Vegetarian). I went with it. I got a 16 ounce size. Unfortunately, that late in the day there wasn’t any fresh baked bread available, so I got crackers. There is no indoor seating at Infinite Soups, so I drove to nearby Dune Peninsula at Point Defiance Park. Even though the Basil Artichoke soup was Vegetarian, it was fairly creamy. The basil flavor was subtle. It tasted more like a great Artichoke soup. Now that I know about this wonderful business, I’ll be sure to visit every time I’m in town. Highly Recommended!!! *Infinite Soups is a Cash-Only business. Address: 445 Tacoma Ave S, Tacoma, WA 98402 Hours: Monday. 11 AM-5 PM Tuesday 11 AM–7 PM Wednesday 11 AM–7 PM Thursday 11 AM–7 PM Friday 11 AM–7 PM Saturday Closed Sunday Closed”

“My first time last night at this diamond in the rough. Atmosphere was warm and cozy. Service was wonderful. And the food was amazing.”

“Our dinner that evening was the best dinner experience we have had in a very long time. Our service was impeccable. Victoria was absolutely amazing. We will definitely be back. I highly recommend this place if you want great food, service and atmosphere.”

“The food was so delicious. we were in a big group and had a taste of many things on the menu. Lucky us. Another big plus was the staff. Congenial , well versed, and real professional. Even though there was a big crowd they looked relaxed. You didn't feel rushed. A great place to enjoy delicious food.”

“This was the most amazing celebratory dinner! We got the Australian Wagyu ribeye, the papa loca potato, and pollo asado. All were delicious, I’ve never tasted anything like it and we will definitely be back! All staff were friendly and welcoming, it was nice to have some direction on the best way to use the searing stone as well. They even brought out a tray of cut fruit and herbs for our water! It was the meal of a lifetime.”

“This was our 3rd time eating at Cactus. The food is so flavorful and delicious!! The service is great and so is the atmosphere. Shout out to Elias for being so informative and kind. He made our anniversary even that much more special. Thank you!!”

“These dumplings are on point! Some of the most amazing food I have eaten at a food court! The curry sauces are so amazing, you almost want to drink it when you finish your dumplings! YUM!!!!”

“We have been looking (without much hope) for a good burrito spot since moving up from the Bay Area two years ago. At last, we found our place. Pupusas are excellent too (tried them all and the spinach was my favorite), so are the salsas, and the gentleman working today was the kindest and the most hospitable.

We will be back, and often.”

“Atmosphere and people watching heaven...delightful staff! love the coffee too!!”

“I love getting the loud pack with added pickled jalapeños and a side of fig honey. Salty, sweet, and spicy. Also, their cheesecake selection is delicious. Just picked up the upside pineapple and omgoodness.. ?”

“Fantastic dinner here. The food was great. The cocktail menu looked amazing but I couldn’t indulge when I went. Server was very attentive without being intrusive. The atmosphere was lively without being hectic. Terrific place for a great dinner.”

“Best Crawfish in Tacoma. My Family and I have tried multiple locations around and this is by far the best. This is the only place we return to and recommend. Also Great and friendly Staff!”

“What a wonderful dining experience: the food was excellent and presented well. Our wait person was very attentive and knowledgeable. The atmosphere was great for conversation. It was truly one of my favorite dining experiences. Ever.”

“The best dining experience my husband and I have ever had! We came to celebrate our anniversary, and will now be doing so every year! The perfect space for special occasions 5⭐️”

“My boyfriend and I went there last Sunday and it was great. The food was delicious, the other food we saw coming out liked amazing too. The chef came out and thanked everyone for coming in and checked with each table, making sure they liked their food. I asked the chef a question about his kitchen based on an article on the wall, and he took my boyfriend and I in the back and showed us the kitchen, answered all questions, etc. This guy is very passionate about making delicious food, and that's exactly what he does. Can't wait to go back.”

“This place has fabulous food! Great staff plus yummy desserts. You’ve got to try it!”

“we've been going to Ebony and ivory for over a year now. the coffee is great. the service is great and the overall atmosphere of the place is like you have your own little neighborhood coffee place”

“I had some of the best Korean beef bowls I've ever had here. I ordered the beef burrito and we also ordered the bowl. It was moist full of flavor and the sauce on it was absolutely delicious! I was addicted! I can't wait to come back again soon!”

“10/10 I wish I could give it more than 5 stars. The food is so good, they take care of their smoked meats. The restaurant and bar is so amazing. Incredible atmosphere that you can escape into with incredible tiki and incredible respect to the pacific islands. This is our new favorite restaurant!”

“I have never had pizza to go and went there tonight. The second I walked in Patrick, Danni and Giuseppe were so warm, welcoming and quite the comedians! They suggested a glass of wine while I waited for my pizza so I went and had a glass of wine. The bartender was just as amazing as them! Hands down the best customer service in a long time and the pizza was outstanding! I'll definitely be back! Thank you :)”

“I have been going to VK -Viet Kitchen since they opened and the food is always consistently delicious. Fresh, flavorful and everything I have tried has been fantastic. The pho ihas the best broth and their dishes all taste as they were made with love and not just thrown together ingredients. Owners are the best and their customer satisfaction has always been extremely important to them. A+++ ❤”

“It was very delicious and friendly. The food was fresh� I believe they need more support�”

“We love Celebrity. We have used them for our wedding and several birthdays. Easy to work with and wonderful staff. Thank you!”

“It was a night of reconnecting with old family friends. I asked for a quiet table as we would be catching up on what we had down over the past year. Our table was perfect, the service was pristine and made our might so very special.”

“This is one of the hidden gems of Tacoma, including the quirky paint job and building! The owner is a treasure trove of "squirrel" facts and knowledge about SO many things- including tea. Be sure to look closely at his designed labels- lots of humor there!Love this place- always a conversational adventure, and simply wonderful read!!”

“Food was delicious! We ordered satay chicken , pineapple fried rice and red curry with basil. It was altogether a good experience. So glad we found this little Thai restaurant. The owner, a very sweet Thai lady does everything herself. Hope she gets assistance soon.”

“1st let me say..had food twice, once from order service and other in person. Both times the service and food were great! The manager is very nice and respectful along with the staff. The funny differences from other sushi restaurants are the fact you have to order everything by QR code ( so if you want a mobile device free night..not gonna happen) and your order comes via a robot! Now that I found funny because I kept on despite directions from the “robot waitress” trying to take food from the other shelves until I got used to things. Speaking on getting “used to”..try maybe 1 or 2 times order something small to get used to how the quantities are served. My friend meant to only get 2 of something and ended up with 3 and I had to eat the extra 1 for respect of the dining rules “whatever is left when you are done you must pay for”. Now the “all you can eat” bit. Please understand that the food here is really good and that they offer quite a unique variety of items to try and eat. That is the meaning of the “all you can eat” here. This is not a legit “all you can eat” restaurant . For $30 you are getting way good quality..so do you want good quality or high quantity? In this tight market you can’t really get both. So please be mindful & respectful of this. They do sadly have techniques to let you know when you are reaching “their” maximum..and after much thought…I can respect that. Overall the food, service and everything else was excellent. I ate mostly the sashimi which I thought tasted fresh and buttery when needed to be and when ate rolls I had the rolls that were cooked and those were handled expertly. My friends had the coconut shrimp which was the favorite for them and such like items. One said the ribs were tough and the fried rice was too hard. Overall I will return and be more “menu venturing “ knowing that there is actually a limit. Again..out of respect, please respect quality over quantity.”

“Yummy Y'orange Yeticle tastes just like an orange creamsicle. Yummy indeed. Only twice did my order get messed up, otherwise they've been consistent. Great location off the freeway for those traveling through and want to quickly hop back on the freeway. There's also a 76 gas station in the adjacent parking lot.”

“We have tried many flavors. Tonight was no different. I have to say the Ginger Bold was so good, but the Roasted Mate was terrific. We hit up their Kent warehouse. Give Wayne a shout. So knowledgeable and takes the time to show and taste his liquid gold. Hopefully coming out to a store near you. Keep a look out.”

“After coming to this place for over a year, I must say that I'm sad to be moving away :( The friendliest baristas around. Super fast service. Always great conversation, and tasty coffee. Great way to start your day!”

“Came in after work late craving chicken fried steak and was not disappointed. I was greeted and sat quickly. I had Kaiya as a server, she was very sweet, polite and professional. Will come back again soon!”

“I stopped by Bigfoot every morning, this one in particular the new transfer, I don’t know her name but she works Monday-Friday (mornings)
She absolutely makes mine and my partners morning every day. She’s always in bubbly mood, and funny, she’s A M A Z I N G and my coffee and or Red Bull drinks are always phenomenal. Great customer service!!”

“I wanted to take a moment to recognize the exceptional service provided by one of your employees Mandy . Mandy’s welcoming smile and friendly demeanor made me feel valued as a customer from the moment I walked through the door. She exhibited a remarkable level of professionalism and efficiency, ensuring that my order was accurate and promptly prepared. Her attention to detail did not go unnoticed, and it significantly enhanced my overall experience.”

“This is the place if you want to eat delicious (tripa) tripe. I definitely recommend the place since they have a station to wash your hands and shade or protection from the rain. Now come on over and enjoy their delicious food!

Parking: There is plenty of parking spots so no worries.”

“They won't take cash. If you have to give them cash, they have to give your change on a store gift card. This seems totally wrong to ne and seems to be a way for them to just keep customers money. Not everybody has credit mor debut cards to use all the time. As far as I know, paper money is still legal tender and should be accepted by retail stores.”

“Went there around midnight so it was rather empty,the lady we got was really kind and funny,brought us the special menu and was very attentive to my mother who had a stroke recently and is still recovering so she was able to have a good meal like a normal person.”

“Always fresh and really good calimex fast food. I usually get it delivered around 10-11 pm, and it's always hot. The prices are good and they're never cheap on ingredients either. The monster burrito and wet burrito are my favorites, and they have really good refried beans.”

“Good food made to order with ok service at a reasonable price if you use a coupon. I've never dined in, only gotten take out, so I can't speak to their dining area.”

“Starbucks always impresses with their friendly staff and quick service. I’ve consistently found that I never have to wait very long in the drive-thru, which is a huge plus. The selection and variety on their menu are amazing, offering something for every taste. Whether you're in the mood for a classic coffee or something more adventurous, Starbucks has you covered. Highly recommend for a great coffee experience with excellent service!”

“i walked in a a black man asked what could he get me today , i showed him my coupon get 3 12"subs for 19$ he said he would not honnor the coupon , he then said why should i sell you 40$ worth of subs for 19$ i said its a valid coupon .he said he didnt care i will not sell you 3 for 19$ , i will never go back to that subway @ 1901 s 72nd st in tacoma . that guy was rude . ZERO STARS FOR THAT BUILDING . WE GOT OUR FOOD FROM THE SUBWAY ON 64TH AND YAKIMA AVE. THEY WERE FRIENDLY AND ACCEPTED OUR COUPON

Parking: YA DO NOT GO THERE , THE PARKING SUCKS AND SO DO THE POEPLE INSIDE”

“Always great. Generous portions. Better than fast food prices. Can't beat Memo's.

The Carne Asada fries are our favorite. There would be plenty for two meals per container if it wasn't so delicious and we had any self-control. ?

I am a frequent flyer at the ER down the road for various health problems, and Memo's is always open at whatever ridiculous hour they send me home. Or, sometimes, I make my fellow patients jealous by eating my Carne Asada fries in the waiting room. ? It's become a real comfort food during chaotic times.

Parking: Memo's is a very popular place with a tiny little parking lot and not a lot of room for cars in the drive-thru. So, during busy times, you gotta be patient. I recommend ordering ahead and parking on the street or across the street somewhere and walking over on weekend nights.”

“We came to visit this Bigfoot Java today for the first time and there is a new employee by the name of Sarah that did an amazing job. Her customer service was impeccable and she made the most delicious drinks just the way we wanted them. She definitely has a gift when it comes to enlightening someone's day and making sure that she makes the best quality drinks anyone could ever imagine.

Thank you so much Sarah ❤️❤️ You definitely need to be running this place!

My daughter loved her dark chocolate strawberry milkshake so much????

We will definitely be back and we will tell everyone that we know to come to this specific location ❤️”

“Authentic Italian/European style gelato. Gray quality and flavors, fair pricing, and I will definitely be a regular here.”

“Visiting the PNW from out of town and stopped by. My wife had a caramel Latte and I had an Americano. We both had a cinnamon roll. Everything was fantastic! Would definitely visit again!”

“I love this place it’s like home I have been going here to eat for 23 years either my family it’s definitely a place everyone should visit!!! I even got my husband addicted to vien dong he loves to come here sooo often! It’s such a good family friendly place and the food is soo good and worth every penny

Parking: It does get busy random times”

“This place is amazing! I have been wanting to try this spot since they opened up and I don't know why it took me so long to get in there. I had a friend visiting from out of town and our whole group was very satisfied with the food and drinks.

Kid-friendliness: Outside seating for nice sunny days. Fun atmosphere inside.”

“They are extremely kind, efficient, and have amazing food. I found this place off a whim and they were caring about my orders and I highly recommend their cheesecake!”

“I was so excited when they opened Al Bacha #2 after randomly happening upon Al Bacha #1 in Seattle last year. Great food, massive portions, really happy this place is in Tacoma.”

“Cider & Cedar is a lovely little bar focused on alcoholic cider. While I'd love to hang out here, the offerings are extremely limited. The type of ciders are limited in profile to primarily dry and wine forward... Nothing much fruity or sweet. My husband is a cider drinker and he didn't really care for the 10 offerings.
I will drink cider, but prefer beer. Unfortunately C&C needs to expand their options in both wine and beer if they want to have broad appeal. Maybe they are purists, which I respect but am not really interested in.
The food offerings are limited as well... But nicely done. I respect they're trying to expand their offerings... It's hard to budget this for small businesses...I wish them success.
I definitely recommend this place if you're looking for a lovely spot to pass some time downtown.”

“The food here is incredible. 10/10 recommend if you’re looking for authentic Persian delicacies. The owners are very kind hearted and genuine people. If you’re Persian and are looking for something to remind you of home you need to check this place out. Will definitely be coming back!”

“First time trying Indian food and OMG... delicious!! Their coconut curry chicken, yum! Their lentil soup, yum!! The naan bread... delicious. We'll be back!”

“Good food. Friendly employees.”

“They have some of the best subs ever! They are along time favorite of mine.”

“Absolutely delicious food. 200% recommend going here!”

“Now that there is a great sushi chef there I hope that we will be seeing sushi added to the menu”

“Love Nari, great service, kids menu and food is great. The best family owned place around. We are regulars every few weeks.

Kid-friendliness: Kids meals are big hits”

“Love Locust! Whether it's drinking there or getting something to go -- always something good to get. My fave part is they encourage blending the ciders; current fave pairing is "spicy berry" which combines lingering heat and blackberry.

Kid-friendliness: My kiddo loves hanging out here. They have video games and coloring and foosball.”

“Best consistently delicious coffee in Tacoma hands down. Employees are kind and quick. We are loyal customers over the past 4 years. Have tried others and the coffee never tastes strong enough, or the drinks are overly sweet. I grew up here but lived in LA for over 10 years and was spoiled by the variety of great coffee shops there. Moved back and thankfully found this place! They have a variety of handmade coffee, teas and noncoffee drinks with unique flavors as well as the classics. They need a lavender latte though. :) Please open a new location in the west/north end (not Puyallup!) Thanks!”

“I absolutely love Drip house! The staff is wonderful and the drinks are top notch! My favorite stop every morning ❤️”

“we all ordered different drinks and they were very delicious”

“Saw a post on Instagram for this, and drove from Bothell to Tacoma to try, and I definitely am impressed.

I got the Mikes Deluxe (pic that I posted), and it was super yummy, fresh and the prices are unbeatable for what you get!

The staff are friendly and helpful, and they keep their place clean! Highly recommend :)”

“We stopped in on a Sunday morning around 10. The donut cases still had a beautiful variety. Even had crullers and filled maple bars. The service was cheery and sweet. The donuts themselves were fresh and delicious. The whole family enjoyed them. Good prices too.”

“Such great flavors for Italian sodas and amazing staff!”

“I can't say enough about how delicious the food is. And please check it out if you don't believe me but it's cheaper than joke in the box or macd machine and the food is so worth it also supports local food service and owners instead of the big food machine's.”

“My favorite coffee in Central District. I love getting the vanilla chai blended or a white lotus with blue raspberry & white peach topped with coconut milk topper!! So good, all drinks.”

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

“I love going here the lady's are so nice and always make my drink delicious. They have sugar free options that actually taste good! I Highly recommend this place for a quick good cup of coffee!”

“We get Lumpia from here every few weeks when it is grocery day. They have always been so yummy! I would certainly recommend them!”

“It's hard to describe how authentic the flavors and environment are at Al Carbon, as someone who's traveled, it's hard to get this kind of thing in Washington. Which makes it a diamond worth seeking out. Two major highlights worth trying are the queso Birria tacos and Al Pastor served up in a charred pineapple, they are absolutely incredible.”

“My husband and I found this coffee stand on door dash yesterday and fell in love with their coffee! The salted white Russian is DELICIOUS with hemp milk, and the fact that they have hemp milk! We ordered again today and I can't hype it up enough. It's that dang good. Definitely been telling all my coworkers about it and will continue!”

“I absolutely love everyone who works here. they are all amazing people and the coffee is wonderful every time! the staff is super sweet and very friendly. they remembered my order by the third time I came. I choose this place over big foot big corporations any day!”

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

“absolutely love this place! there was a long line but it went by quickly. i easily found a place to sit inside even though it was crowded. everyone was so friendly and just such a lovely gay atmosphere! i was there the day before pride and spirits were high. so great to see this place thriving despite the tragedy that happened earlier this year. will definitely be coming back next time I'm in the area ?

i got the vegan hippie bagel and a matcha latte with oat milk and both were incredible ?

Vegetarian options: the vegan hippie bagel is so good!”

“Great place to grab some terrific food. Near the 16 at Center st. It’s easy to access, whether you’re going to recycle, to wash the car or just looking for a treat for yourself. Stop in to the friendly delicious oasis that is Kimchi Box. There are a few tables for dine in, and the atmosphere is low key. Quick efficient service, friendly counter staff, spotless, go in and enjoy some of their selection!”

“I started going to Cremello in the latter half of 2023 with some reservations as this location has been so many other Cafe locations. To my surprise and delight, this cafe is charming with a wonderful staff that always greets you with a warm hello and smile. Over the months I have come to appreciate their focus on sustainability without compromising on good food and excellent coffee! If in the area I suggest you stop in an enjoy a cup of joe and a bite to eat.”

“Food was absolutely delicious, served fast and hot. Atmosphere is beautiful and staff was kind and attentive!”

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

“A wonderful and unassuming place run with obvious care. The quality of every ingredient makes even the simplest menu items a joy to eat. Great variety of slices available, lots of options for meat eaters and vegetarians, and I am a huge fan of gluten-free crust. Very comfortable, casual setting. Highly recommended!”

“Such a great dining experience, great atmosphere, great portions and amazing food!”

“A quirky little place that sells hot dogs and sausages dressed with wild and tasty stuff. Lots of different beers. I liked it. Next time, I'm going to try the peanut butter and bacon hot dog with a pickle spear.”

“I have not been disappointed at any time I have spent here (but I do always the same food) I am a lover of a french dip and they do not disappoint. It is smoky, the bread is soft and the au jus is seasoned to perfection. All of the soups I have had from this place is great. All that AND the pool, pinballs, and darts that they have to offer. Drink prices are standard to a bar. Would recommend. (Friend got a blt, also delicious)”

“best clam chowder hands down, food is amazing everytime we come here”

“Delicious drinks and breakfast! Very attentive bartenders . First time visiting this morning the fast service and quality of drinks and food were outstanding excellent!!!Thank you !!! I’ll be back for sure !”

“Happy people, good food, neighborhood vibe.”

“My friend and I split a vegetable stir-fry plate and had plenty for the two of us. Delicious and large portion. We went back the next day too. The next day I added gyozas and they were the best I'd had.

Vegetarian options: We just asked for the stir-fry vegetables without the meat and it was delicious.”

“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.”

“Fresh, delicious donuts. Smoothies and ice cream too ❤️. Glad it's close to home. Way fresher and better than most places.”