This mall is worth the drive from Olympia. Traditional mall with a lot of food options. The Lush here is always well stocked and the staff are friendly.
Joyce C.
A good local mall to visit some of the stores for gift giving. I enjoyed drinking my Starbucks coffee while my grandson played in the playground area. Clean environment, people in general seemed happy being there while walking. Most people smiled at you as a "Hello"!
Jala D.
This mall has k-9s walking around. Which is fine, but a little off-putting/uncomfortable. We watched one of the k-9s sniff and follow a father holding his baby and walking with his wife. The police officer followed and stopped the man & ended up having no apparent reason. That would make me not want to come back. I would find another method of security... also, the staff in the food court were pretty adamant about shutting down a section of tables-turning families away aggressively.. pretty hostile. I would grab whatever you need out of here & go. Not really a family friendly or friendly environment at all... great selection of stores and items though, but Renton is a lot more welcoming...
Carter J.
Its alright but it does need more security, it also needs a change for selection of stores as it has had the same selection of stores for a while now and it get's boring to visit. I do like JC-penny although brings back nostalgic memories of my golden day's. not a bad mall however it is on the smaller side.
Urvashi Gaitonde
If you are at tacoma please go to momo king for the best authentic and fusion momos.
William P.
I am handicapped. I can't walk and have to use a powerchair. I got such great service at the entire mall. I am from the South and the discrimination was so bad I just stopped going out because people treated me awful because of my weight, disability and that's not counting that I'm Gay/Non-Binary which I had to hide. Every single person in the mall today both customers and employees treated me like everyone else. Actually a little bit better. Every store had plenty of room to get around in my Powerchair. The few times things got a little narrow, someone was immediately there to help. I haven't been out of the house for fun for about 4 years. Today was a great day at a really great mall. I especially have to give a shout out to Spencer's and Wishes. Spencer's had LGBT items right by the door and it made me feel very comfortable and safe, since I was wearing nail polish. They were so helpful. Across the way at Wishes, I asked about fidget toys and instead of my following them to the places they had them around the store. They showed me the main spot and then brought other items from around the store so I didn't have to move from that spot. I felt like a V.I.P. They were so kind and sweet. I bought a brainteaser I had been looking for for awhile. I had such a nice time. I will be going back often. Thanks Tacoma Mall.
Jacqueline F.
So this is a tale of two malls. This one is the first and third visit. I came here and it was interesting. It was not so big, which I found out on my second visit. There is a main store with stores around it. The other one had the seats spaced at regular intervals throughout the store. The second visit was to Westgate Mall and it really put this mall to shame. This reminds me of a dying mall - empty storefronts, a lot of kiosks in the center of the hall, and very few people in attendance, even though it was Spring Break. It's not a bad mall at all, but it reminded me of the mall by me, which finally closed with a bunch of unattended kiosks and random shops. It was sad, but that is what I thought of the moment that I saw them. The security kiosk was unattended, there were stores where things were out for display, so to speak, but no one was watching or minding the store. It's a better mall than my local one was, but going to Westgate, I saw a proper mall in action. It's fine if you want to go to a store that's open and they may have a decent food area (the court was horrible), but the restaurants were fine. I'd come here if in the area, but I doubt that would happen. But if I had to come here again, it wouldn't bother me.
Teresa M.
I had some time to burn in the area and decided to go see what the mall currently looks like. This mall is one of the larger malls that's been here for decades and was basically a staple back when people still shopped in person. From a current standpoint, I'd say that this is one of the better malls I've been to recently in terms of selection. Most of the storefronts are up and running and there's a very nice selection of shops. Food court is super small, but they have several sit-down restaurants on the property. No complaints during my daytime trip. You'd never catch me here at night though. This area as a whole is very unsavory and has been for years.
Erika Bartlett
Always fun to stroll around, nice shops, lots of people watching and good food choices. One of my favorite dates.
Mike V.
Very scary place to be. The Tacoma Mall has had many dangerous situations and numerous shootings and killings. Not a place people should go.
Visited the Tacoma Mall for the first time today and I was really impressed. First off, they had lots of extra security cameras set up in the parking lots for the holiday rush. I felt really safe leaving my car out there! Second, they had plenty of security staff inside, so even though there were a lot of sketchy-looking people, I didn't feel nervous. Third, their bathrooms were spotless and well stocked with paper products.The variety of stores was perfect. They had all my favorites: H&M, Hot Topic, Fuego, Box Lunch, Old Navy, Bath and Body Works, and more. OH and they had an alternative to Game Stop, which I really enjoyed, having been scammed by that chain multiple times. The alternative gaming shop had A TON of retro games, retro accessories, and GIANT wall posters for a great price. I was super impressed!
Christine Muraguri
Good place for quite a selection. Only a 4 because it appears two of the places are closed permanently. Those around are good, I've gotten a couple dishes and the ones I've gotten have had a good serving portion, great service and good options.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Joe A.
They do not have electric wheelchairs. Only manual one so my hands hurt from pushing roommate around mail. We went to food court and asked for some Chinese food (daily special) $10.00. Someone 2 off those came to 31.00? I won't be back as no electric wheelchairs.
Katherine Boorady
Today I went in to ask for a measurement. I told the employee I just had surgery and need to discover my new size. She said she couldn't measure me personally due to covid (what I completely understand). She took two steps back and still in the sight of the mall corrador and your store entrance I was handed a tape measure. I wasn't brought back to the changing room for a little modesty, gave me the tape measure and said do this. I was wearing a very thick hoodie and my husband t shirt so right away the measurements weren't going to be right. She confirmed my measurements and I was a 34d. By my surprise I went from 34dd to a 34d "between a d and a dd" she said. I had breast reduction surgery last month, swelling gone, my Dr told me I was a perky b (he was very impressed with his work since the damage from child bearing really did a number). I had 3lbs removed from my bust. There was absolutely no way the confirmation was correct. In shock I questioned it and informed her I had a reduction and the amount of weight removed. She told me "these measurements arent 100% accurate and if I'm wearing a padded bra? " I replied I'm wearing a 34dd sports bra that no longer fits with huge gapping. I think this was her attempt to back peddler the attempt to up sale. This surgery I have lost 13lbs in total. I absolutely could not be the same measurements from breast feeding to pre surgery to now. I guess it makes me sad, I finally got this medically necessary surgery that I been waiting on for years. The first place I wanted to celebrate this life changing experience was at Victoria secret but Im starting to really second guess the true quality of the brand. Thank you for taking the time to read this and I hope for future customers they can really trust and share confidence that the person they are trusting with their temporary secrets can actually help make the fantasy real.
Brian Jay
Second time my truck has been broken into there (4th time total for the same truck in Tacoma). Evidently, they failed at trying to drive off with my F350 but did manage to steal everything in my truck after ruining my ignition. And this was right in front of AT&T. About $2000.00 in damage and $1000.00 inside due to them getting away with a car safe that is not so safe now! Thieves and auto theft are a big issue there according to the police that showed up! They are amazed at the amount of theft inside and outside in the parking lot. If you go here, don’t leave anything in your vehicle and be prepared to get violated.
This mall is worth the drive from Olympia. Traditional mall with a lot of food options. The Lush here is always well stocked and the staff are friendly.
A good local mall to visit some of the stores for gift giving. I enjoyed drinking my Starbucks coffee while my grandson played in the playground area. Clean environment, people in general seemed happy being there while walking. Most people smiled at you as a "Hello"!
This mall has k-9s walking around. Which is fine, but a little off-putting/uncomfortable. We watched one of the k-9s sniff and follow a father holding his baby and walking with his wife. The police officer followed and stopped the man & ended up having no apparent reason. That would make me not want to come back. I would find another method of security... also, the staff in the food court were pretty adamant about shutting down a section of tables-turning families away aggressively.. pretty hostile. I would grab whatever you need out of here & go. Not really a family friendly or friendly environment at all... great selection of stores and items though, but Renton is a lot more welcoming...
Its alright but it does need more security, it also needs a change for selection of stores as it has had the same selection of stores for a while now and it get's boring to visit. I do like JC-penny although brings back nostalgic memories of my golden day's. not a bad mall however it is on the smaller side.
If you are at tacoma please go to momo king for the best authentic and fusion momos.
I am handicapped. I can't walk and have to use a powerchair. I got such great service at the entire mall. I am from the South and the discrimination was so bad I just stopped going out because people treated me awful because of my weight, disability and that's not counting that I'm Gay/Non-Binary which I had to hide. Every single person in the mall today both customers and employees treated me like everyone else. Actually a little bit better. Every store had plenty of room to get around in my Powerchair. The few times things got a little narrow, someone was immediately there to help. I haven't been out of the house for fun for about 4 years. Today was a great day at a really great mall. I especially have to give a shout out to Spencer's and Wishes. Spencer's had LGBT items right by the door and it made me feel very comfortable and safe, since I was wearing nail polish. They were so helpful. Across the way at Wishes, I asked about fidget toys and instead of my following them to the places they had them around the store. They showed me the main spot and then brought other items from around the store so I didn't have to move from that spot. I felt like a V.I.P. They were so kind and sweet. I bought a brainteaser I had been looking for for awhile. I had such a nice time. I will be going back often. Thanks Tacoma Mall.
So this is a tale of two malls. This one is the first and third visit. I came here and it was interesting. It was not so big, which I found out on my second visit. There is a main store with stores around it. The other one had the seats spaced at regular intervals throughout the store. The second visit was to Westgate Mall and it really put this mall to shame. This reminds me of a dying mall - empty storefronts, a lot of kiosks in the center of the hall, and very few people in attendance, even though it was Spring Break. It's not a bad mall at all, but it reminded me of the mall by me, which finally closed with a bunch of unattended kiosks and random shops. It was sad, but that is what I thought of the moment that I saw them. The security kiosk was unattended, there were stores where things were out for display, so to speak, but no one was watching or minding the store. It's a better mall than my local one was, but going to Westgate, I saw a proper mall in action. It's fine if you want to go to a store that's open and they may have a decent food area (the court was horrible), but the restaurants were fine. I'd come here if in the area, but I doubt that would happen. But if I had to come here again, it wouldn't bother me.
I had some time to burn in the area and decided to go see what the mall currently looks like. This mall is one of the larger malls that's been here for decades and was basically a staple back when people still shopped in person. From a current standpoint, I'd say that this is one of the better malls I've been to recently in terms of selection. Most of the storefronts are up and running and there's a very nice selection of shops. Food court is super small, but they have several sit-down restaurants on the property. No complaints during my daytime trip. You'd never catch me here at night though. This area as a whole is very unsavory and has been for years.
Always fun to stroll around, nice shops, lots of people watching and good food choices. One of my favorite dates.
Very scary place to be. The Tacoma Mall has had many dangerous situations and numerous shootings and killings. Not a place people should go.
Restaurantji Recommends
Visited the Tacoma Mall for the first time today and I was really impressed. First off, they had lots of extra security cameras set up in the parking lots for the holiday rush. I felt really safe leaving my car out there! Second, they had plenty of security staff inside, so even though there were a lot of sketchy-looking people, I didn't feel nervous. Third, their bathrooms were spotless and well stocked with paper products.The variety of stores was perfect. They had all my favorites: H&M, Hot Topic, Fuego, Box Lunch, Old Navy, Bath and Body Works, and more. OH and they had an alternative to Game Stop, which I really enjoyed, having been scammed by that chain multiple times. The alternative gaming shop had A TON of retro games, retro accessories, and GIANT wall posters for a great price. I was super impressed!
Good place for quite a selection. Only a 4 because it appears two of the places are closed permanently. Those around are good, I've gotten a couple dishes and the ones I've gotten have had a good serving portion, great service and good options.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
They do not have electric wheelchairs. Only manual one so my hands hurt from pushing roommate around mail. We went to food court and asked for some Chinese food (daily special) $10.00. Someone 2 off those came to 31.00? I won't be back as no electric wheelchairs.
Today I went in to ask for a measurement. I told the employee I just had surgery and need to discover my new size. She said she couldn't measure me personally due to covid (what I completely understand). She took two steps back and still in the sight of the mall corrador and your store entrance I was handed a tape measure. I wasn't brought back to the changing room for a little modesty, gave me the tape measure and said do this. I was wearing a very thick hoodie and my husband t shirt so right away the measurements weren't going to be right. She confirmed my measurements and I was a 34d. By my surprise I went from 34dd to a 34d "between a d and a dd" she said. I had breast reduction surgery last month, swelling gone, my Dr told me I was a perky b (he was very impressed with his work since the damage from child bearing really did a number). I had 3lbs removed from my bust. There was absolutely no way the confirmation was correct. In shock I questioned it and informed her I had a reduction and the amount of weight removed. She told me "these measurements arent 100% accurate and if I'm wearing a padded bra? " I replied I'm wearing a 34dd sports bra that no longer fits with huge gapping. I think this was her attempt to back peddler the attempt to up sale. This surgery I have lost 13lbs in total. I absolutely could not be the same measurements from breast feeding to pre surgery to now. I guess it makes me sad, I finally got this medically necessary surgery that I been waiting on for years. The first place I wanted to celebrate this life changing experience was at Victoria secret but Im starting to really second guess the true quality of the brand. Thank you for taking the time to read this and I hope for future customers they can really trust and share confidence that the person they are trusting with their temporary secrets can actually help make the fantasy real.
Second time my truck has been broken into there (4th time total for the same truck in Tacoma). Evidently, they failed at trying to drive off with my F350 but did manage to steal everything in my truck after ruining my ignition. And this was right in front of AT&T. About $2000.00 in damage and $1000.00 inside due to them getting away with a car safe that is not so safe now! Thieves and auto theft are a big issue there according to the police that showed up! They are amazed at the amount of theft inside and outside in the parking lot. If you go here, don’t leave anything in your vehicle and be prepared to get violated.