⭐️ Dirty Oscar’s Annex – Disappointing Experience on 6th Ave
We came in as a group of seven, and unfortunately the experience went downhill quickly.
First, the service was poor and disorganized. One of my friends arrived early and ordered her drink, but it didn’t arrive until after I had already received mine — even after she asked twice. We also had to wait far too long for basic things like napkins and forks because we weren’t given enough for everyone.
The most frustrating part, however, was the automatic gratuity. At no point were we informed — verbally or on the menu — that parties of 6 or more are charged an automatic 20% gratuity. We only discovered it by carefully reviewing our checks.
And to make matters worse, the so-called “20%” was not actually 20%. It came out to 24.1%. When we questioned it, the person who said she was the manager claimed “the computer does it automatically.”
We are a table full of teachers — and the math was definitely not mathing.
We understand and respect gratuity for large parties, especially when the service is great or when it’s clearly communicated. But charging more than the stated percentage crosses from poor service into a billing integrity issue.
To add to the frustration, there is also a credit card processing fee, which again was not clearly disclosed on the menu and only appeared at the bottom of the receipt. This absolutely should be visibly posted before ordering.
They did offer to refund some of the charges, but we declined because it would have taken additional time and we had an event to get to — and more importantly, it doesn’t resolve the core issue of lack of transparency.
She also gave each of us a $10 gift card, but again, that doesn’t resolve the issue. And honestly, what good is a gift card if we don’t plan on returning because of such an awful experience?
Overall, this was a very disappointing visit, and not one we would recommend based on service and transparency alone.
Lana Bray
Depending on the cook, this place is great one month and not the next.
Gervona Johnson
This Brussel Sprout Hash is🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 I added bacon but honestly, it didn't need it. I can't wait to come back and try it again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Harley Webb
I’m sure it’s great. The photos of breakfast look awesome but it’s 21+ 🥲
John Fleshman
This place is the real deal the first good “bar” food I’ve had in Tacoma. Reminds me of Philly gastro pub. The lights were to bright others than that a great spot
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mandy Baird
Overall good experience. The food was amazing! Very flavorful. The service was okay, but not great. Maybe out server was just having a bad day... who knows. She just wasn't very friendly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Karen Reynolds
I went here with a group of friends. There was plenty of seating. The waitress wasn't very attentive. Our water wasn't refilled and weren't asked if we'd like to order more drinks. The food, however, was great. The food runner was very friendly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
Krysten Deady
DOA is incredible. This team showed OUT. Guys. They had to serve 50 people at the T Dome, so they made sure we knew walking in that they would be a bit, to put out food. Meanwhile, they served delicious drinks, wonderful personable interaction and made sure our orders were in ASAP for when food was readily available again! Thank you DOA for the consistency in quality and service!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Izabell Mosley
They have great food but recently tried to place an order over the phone and was asked to give my credit card number over the phone. Not happening. Seemed confused why someone wouldn’t want to give their credit card over the phone. Have been semi regulars for the last few years so it’s just disappointing when in the past I’ve been able to place an order on the phone and pay for it when I pickup. Loyalty program would be helpful if worried about fraud.
Food: 4
Service: 1
Bryn Snyder
The fries were great, the service was good. The burger was disgusting. Dripping, ingredients slopping out, fine. So smothered in mayo I almost threw up on my first bite, not fine. Flavors all bland, no redeeming qualities. I managed to gag down half before giving up. The pretzel bun does not help at all here, it's just there to remind you of better burgers past. The location is convenient to me but if I return I will not order a burger here.
$28 for a monte Cristo breakfast sandwich? In what world is that ok? And this meat is disgusting I can’t even tell what’s in there. So incredibly frustrating. I’ll never be back and I will go out of my way to tell people not to come here. If I could give it zero stars, I would.
Michael Taylor
I had eggs benedict 😋 wow wat a treat under an hr 👏
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Thaddeus Dawson
Best American restaurant you can run into. Go check them out. They have great workers and great time
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chris Blum
Always delicious food. It’s our go to restaurant n Tacoma.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Pe'epe'e Matua
Didn't get to try it. We drove down there after finding it on Google. Walked inside to a 21+ sign. The website said it but not on Google. 💩
⭐️ Dirty Oscar’s Annex – Disappointing Experience on 6th Ave We came in as a group of seven, and unfortunately the experience went downhill quickly. First, the service was poor and disorganized. One of my friends arrived early and ordered her drink, but it didn’t arrive until after I had already received mine — even after she asked twice. We also had to wait far too long for basic things like napkins and forks because we weren’t given enough for everyone. The most frustrating part, however, was the automatic gratuity. At no point were we informed — verbally or on the menu — that parties of 6 or more are charged an automatic 20% gratuity. We only discovered it by carefully reviewing our checks. And to make matters worse, the so-called “20%” was not actually 20%. It came out to 24.1%. When we questioned it, the person who said she was the manager claimed “the computer does it automatically.” We are a table full of teachers — and the math was definitely not mathing. We understand and respect gratuity for large parties, especially when the service is great or when it’s clearly communicated. But charging more than the stated percentage crosses from poor service into a billing integrity issue. To add to the frustration, there is also a credit card processing fee, which again was not clearly disclosed on the menu and only appeared at the bottom of the receipt. This absolutely should be visibly posted before ordering. They did offer to refund some of the charges, but we declined because it would have taken additional time and we had an event to get to — and more importantly, it doesn’t resolve the core issue of lack of transparency. She also gave each of us a $10 gift card, but again, that doesn’t resolve the issue. And honestly, what good is a gift card if we don’t plan on returning because of such an awful experience? Overall, this was a very disappointing visit, and not one we would recommend based on service and transparency alone.
Depending on the cook, this place is great one month and not the next.
This Brussel Sprout Hash is🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 I added bacon but honestly, it didn't need it. I can't wait to come back and try it again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I’m sure it’s great. The photos of breakfast look awesome but it’s 21+ 🥲
This place is the real deal the first good “bar” food I’ve had in Tacoma. Reminds me of Philly gastro pub. The lights were to bright others than that a great spot
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Overall good experience. The food was amazing! Very flavorful. The service was okay, but not great. Maybe out server was just having a bad day... who knows. She just wasn't very friendly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
I went here with a group of friends. There was plenty of seating. The waitress wasn't very attentive. Our water wasn't refilled and weren't asked if we'd like to order more drinks. The food, however, was great. The food runner was very friendly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
DOA is incredible. This team showed OUT. Guys. They had to serve 50 people at the T Dome, so they made sure we knew walking in that they would be a bit, to put out food. Meanwhile, they served delicious drinks, wonderful personable interaction and made sure our orders were in ASAP for when food was readily available again! Thank you DOA for the consistency in quality and service!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
They have great food but recently tried to place an order over the phone and was asked to give my credit card number over the phone. Not happening. Seemed confused why someone wouldn’t want to give their credit card over the phone. Have been semi regulars for the last few years so it’s just disappointing when in the past I’ve been able to place an order on the phone and pay for it when I pickup. Loyalty program would be helpful if worried about fraud.
Food: 4
Service: 1
The fries were great, the service was good. The burger was disgusting. Dripping, ingredients slopping out, fine. So smothered in mayo I almost threw up on my first bite, not fine. Flavors all bland, no redeeming qualities. I managed to gag down half before giving up. The pretzel bun does not help at all here, it's just there to remind you of better burgers past. The location is convenient to me but if I return I will not order a burger here.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 5
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$28 for a monte Cristo breakfast sandwich? In what world is that ok? And this meat is disgusting I can’t even tell what’s in there. So incredibly frustrating. I’ll never be back and I will go out of my way to tell people not to come here. If I could give it zero stars, I would.
I had eggs benedict 😋 wow wat a treat under an hr 👏
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best American restaurant you can run into. Go check them out. They have great workers and great time
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Always delicious food. It’s our go to restaurant n Tacoma.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Didn't get to try it. We drove down there after finding it on Google. Walked inside to a 21+ sign. The website said it but not on Google. 💩
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