Restaurants in University Place

“A bit on the pricey side but these donuts are super delicious and drinks are great too. I don't do boba much but my kids love it. I usually get a green tea/matcha smoothie with 25 percent sweetness. I forget the actual lingo on the menu but the staff was very helpful and patient with us newbies.”

“I've been visiting since it opened. However, I must confess it's been a while for my since in dine in experience. Purchased falafel this time time around. Authentic flavors never disappoint. Customer service is not bad but not great either. Maybe if I was in on a weekly basis, I might receive a warmer welcome. The seating area has not received any significant refresh since opening, but you can always rely on a soccer game being on.Update- Ordered Lamb Shawarma as seen in picture below. Same experience as stated above.”

“Real cool local spot within UP. My wife and I just came by for a quick drink and an appetizer. Full bar, rotating beer on tap, and decent amount selection to choose from. Can catch the game on TV as well. Very nice staff.Kid-friendliness: There's a small section at the bar closed off to kids, but the rest of the places to sit are available to families.”

“My husband and I live close by and go to Lefty's about every two months. They are very consistent with their burgers, we both love the double cheeseburger. The only thing I would say is that the burgers are usually pretty greasy which is not my personal favorite (but I know some people prefer that!) definitely recommend this place!”

“This is the best teriyaki restaurant! I’ve eaten here almost everyday for lunch and I’ve never had a bad experience with the food or service. I highly recommend this restaurant.”

“This place was excellent. The food was really good and you got a lot with your order. The service was really good, we had a larger group and the waitress got all of the orders right and even was able to remember where most of them went.It was a great experience and I would highly recommend it!”

“Great place to grab a bite that’s a great value. Prices are really good for the serving size. The spring rolls and chicken vermicelli salad are my absolute favorite! The dining area is small but comfortable but not suited for large parties. The food is always fresh and travels well. Our whole family can go there and everyone has something they love and meets their dietary needs.Vegetarian options: Tofu dishes or meatless optionsDietary restrictions: Gluten free and vegetarian options are available, they’re good about modifying if needed.Parking: In plaza with a grocery and auto supply store so it’s a communal parking lot with plenty of space.”

“This was one of the best places I've ate in University Place . The chef was off the hook with style and tricks .The taste of the food was second to none!Excellent!”

“Cute little diner. Although it was a Tuesday they were fairly busy at lunch time. The atmosphere was nothing special. The service was OK, she was obviously busy, but had to wave her down if we needed something. The food though... that was the magic. I love a tuna melt. I have never had a tuna melt like the one I had here. It was flavored with lemon and tarragon, packed full of tuna, and smothered in cheddar cheese on sourdough. It was SO yummy! I literally couldn't stop eating it. My husband had the special which was a French dip and he thought it was great. So if you want some really good eats, check out this sweet place. It's no wonder they were busy!”

“Food was fresh and more than plenty for my family's dinner and food the next day. Katsu staying crispy even through a caride to the hotel. Short ribs where cooked well and would come back sooner if I lived nearby.”

“Came in with my son's basketball team. Everyone was so friendly. Food was tasty. I had ordered a few more pizzas to go, and the lady assumed I don't eat pork (I wear a head covering) so she changed the pizza cutter to a new one to avoid any cross contamination. I didn't even ask. You guys have a new repeat customer from this alone! Thank you”

“Came in right before closing and ordered miso and veggie tempura to go. The woman up front was so incredibly sweet! Food was ready quickly and the soup was still hot and the tempura was still warm and crispy when I got home! Delicious!”

“Went in for an early dinner. Was quickly greeted, seated, and given a nice glass of ice cold lemon water. Large menu with plenty of options. I ordered the Tom Yum soup, Fresh Rolls, and a side of Brown Rice.For the soup I ordered a spicy level three out of possible five. Even though I like spicy stuff, I would now go with a one or a two. The soup was quite delicious. Though it needed some salt. I ordered the seafood combination. The bowl had a couple of muscles, a couple of shrimp, some medium sized scallops, sliced up pieces of calamari, plenty of vegetables, and some crab with a "k".The fresh rolls with the accompanying peanut sauce were very nice. The chicken inside was not dry. The vegetables & lettuce were fresh and crisp.The brown rice was not what I expected. When I make brown rice at home, it is true brown rice. This appeared to be white sticky rice that had beans of some sort added to color the white rice. Not a good option if you have diabetes. I'll know better next time.What didn't I like? The tomatoes in the soup. Crab with a K is a cheap option that I don't think should be even considered seafood. I'd rather have it omitted if real crab is not available. I already mentioned the issues with the brown rice.Do I recommend this restaurant? Yes. I've eaten take-out from here before and always had a good experience. This was my first dine-in experience.Service was attentive, quick, friendly, and the food portions were large. Atmosphere is ok; an open format that could get quite loud with a lot of customers.Next time I will not order the brown rice. But the Tom Yum soup is definitely worth a return trip.Dietary restrictions: Vegetarian options. Easy to choose low carb options.Parking: Plenty of parking. Front and back.”

“The food is thoughtfully cooked with cleanliness and best quality ingredients. 10/10 recommend for anyone who wants authentic hot fried chicken. BONUS - The food is also ”

“Great Food and Great service! Quiet and relaxing spot to enjoy some good food. I had the calzone and fettuccine as well as the garlic bread and Caesar salad everything was presented very well. Our server Skip was top notch very friendly and recommended the chefs choice. you gotta try this place if you're in the area!”

“Not only is the the coffee good but the latte art is amazing. Great food and pastries! A great place to bring the Lady on a nice date, I’d pick this place over many around the Pierce county area. Definitely try their egg and bacon sandwich! Yum ?Kid-friendliness: Books and toys”

“The staff were always wonderful. And the choices were plentiful. Been here twice now and both times were pleasant. Atmosphere was light and fun…suitable for the business. Staff were conversational, welcoming, and very friendly. Quality of ice cream is impressive! This comes highly recommended. Have a late night ice cream run with the family, and enjoy the outdoor dining area with night lights and beautiful neighborhood.”

“Love this spot. Found this place when I went to do my nails. The atmosphere is great and the customer service is amazing!!! The drinks and food are fantastic too!!”

“My favorite place! The baristas are lovely every single time and last time I asked for something not too sweet but with fall vibes and they DELIVERED!!! My go to place for coffee every time :)”

“I was just driving around because I had some insomnia and couldn't sleep but then the most wonderful barista named Scarlett made me feel special and important plus the coffee and breakfast sandwich was amazing. I'll be coming back to see her again and get more great ”

“If you come at the right time, this is some pretty good pizza at a fair price. I highly recommend taking advantage of their two pizza deal. The za is huge and super tasty”

“Hands-down, these people and this restaurant never give me nothing but the best service, the best food and the best atmosphere. if you've ever thought anything different you're totally wrong the pricing is great!!!!!! when I want great customer service and great food. This is where I go. This makes me miss El Paso Texas. I feel like they personally serve me every time I come. Antonio is the best. Come, check it out”

“My server was phenomenal! Between her customer service and her attitude i had no choice but to leave her a 40% tip.Was a bit thrown off by the salsa dance event that was going on on the 16 th of March rather than st patricks day celebrations. But it was chill.”

“I normally go here for the buffet. It's awesome and the guys always hook ya up with your favorite pizza requests the salad bar is also awesome always fresh and stocked up”

“Had a great burger and fries and a plate of bulgogi. How about often do you say that? It's a good location for a quick dinner on a weeknight, and the service was excellent.Kid-friendliness: My 7 year old loved the kids burger basket. The lady at the register was very patient with him as he essentially stripped everything off the burger. She seemed to really like having kids in there.”