“Vegetarian options: The tapioca pudding was vegan and DELICIOUS!Kid-friendliness: Tut took both of my grandsons, and they LOVED it! We shared about 4 small plates 1st, and WOW! Then all 5 of us shared our main courses, and they melted with every bite... literally!“
“My new favorite cider house. The vanilla bean is damn good and the peach. They have pretty kickass decals and give out logo coloring pages. Mine is almost done and in my photos in this review. Walking distance to many other places including restaurants. No food here but some right next door and you can order food to be delivered to you there. We'll definitely be going back.Parking: Parking on the streets was full when we went so we used the paid lot right down the block.“
“Great fresh burgers and fries made to order. The dining room is in an old bus separate from the walk-up order window. It was clean inside with tables and a taller long counter on one side. Cool idea, but on a cold rainy day, not so much. If you go on a nice day, I absolutely recommend eating in the bus, kids seem to love it!“
“Such a darling little cider house! Our first time there we went for the cheese and cider flight amd are planning on going back for many more of these events they will be hosting. Service was top notch even though they were busy, indoor & outdoor seating. Very clean 10/10 would “
“Where do I even begin... I have never been so at home and amazed by the varies different products these guys have. I swear it's a one stop shop for all of your occult needs. The only negative is that they aren’t next door. I most definitely will be a life long customer?✨“
“Magical place. masters brewing the most delightful flavors. I bought 4 bags! but my favorite was the funny little owner who told storys as he brewed our tea and made us feel like special guests.Keep up the good work by having fun in this incredible space.“
“Very welcoming, family owned and operated Kafe. Hardy helpings, comfort food, daily specials and homemade pies desserts and soups for a great price! This place is a hidden gem more people need to experience. The atmosphere is just like coming home for a get together. Great place for breakfast on the weekends.“
“Doyle's has the best breakfast/brunch menu! They also have a good variety of beers, and one of the best bourbon and whiskey selections I have ever seen.It's always busy, but worth it if you have to wait. Check the soccer schedules before you head over! The games always attracted a massive crowd. Great place to catch a game, if that's your thing!Parking: There are a limited number of parking spaces in the lot, but street parking is available and not too difficult to find on an average day.“
“I used to work across the street and would find every excuse possible to come here. Several times a week I’d get whatever delicious sandwich they were testing up, a chicken melt if I wanted to get nothing done for my day, or fall back on their classic club with some giardiniera.I’ve been away from Tacoma for almost a year and not a week goes by that I’m not thinking about the incredible sandwiches and wonderfully kind people here.Do yourself a favor and eat here.“
“We love driving through Steilacoom to enjoy a cup of coffee from this location. The employees are very nice and the pastries are delicious. The aroma of fresh coffee and pastries is inviting. I love the outdoor seating and always look forward to coming here.“
“Amazing coffee, great atmosphere, and tons to choose from for crafting your next piece! My husband and I absolutely loved it here. Got the oatmilk latte and it was so well made. They also offer spirits, ciders, and some craft beers. Service was quick and very friendly. Kelly was amazing and taught us how to begin our painting spree.“
“I am not one to leave reviews but I LOVE this place. I get to stop here once every other week on my way to take my son and his friend on an outing. I find myself looking forward to it every time! I have tried several of the sandwiches and the bagels both of which are amazing. I’m not a huge coffee gal but I have tried the matcha tea and the sunrise wellness drink which is AMAZING! I like that this stand has so many different options and everything seems relatively homemade. I’m a picky critic but this is a place I’d recommend!“
“Wonderful ladies who work here !! Never disappointed with the quality of the drinks I get, ever. And are blessed they are open at 4:30 am because my commute to work starts at 5am and good coffee, early is hard to find. But look no further than, espresso stop “
“I just experienced the Pub Crawl event over the St Patrick's Day weekend! It was an amazing time! This bar is already an amazing place to come, unwind, have some good fun, drink, drink and drink more and it's always a place to meet people and have great conversations!And the fact that they participate in events like Pub Crawl show that they are on the cutting edge and care about us... Me and y'all... Their customers! I highly recommend this bar for great food, drinks, social interaction and great people to conversate with!!!! Check it out ASAP!!! YOU WON'T REGRET IT!!!Parking: Plenty of parking real estate around this pub!Wheelchair accessibility: They have wheelchair access.“
“This is one of the best local gems. They make incredible sandwiches. They're generally really quick, I usually call in advance and just come in and pick up my sandwiches, which is extremely convenient. They use only quality ingredients, which makes for a very delicious sandwich!“
“Rented an ice cream truck for my sons first birthday. It was so fun and nostalgic to have for our family and friends. We got the most basic package and they had a lot of variety. The ice cream man was very friendly too. He pulled up and told us in a worried tone that we didn't order enough ice cream for our apartment complex (we held it at our apartment pool). We told him it's okay we just have a few friends and we already accounted for if random people were to come up and get an ice cream. So he said "okay, I won't turn on the music so I don't attract more people" and I thought that was so thoughtful of him! We ended up having extras, which he packed up for us to take home. I wanna order an ice cream truck for every event now! And it was pretty affordable too!“
“Total 90's coffeehouse vibe with used books on a shelf, zines in a rack and groovy book covers under a plexiglass table top. All good. Even better is the coffee (superb) and the pastries (damn!) love this spot. It's super cozy and romantic and reminds me of my youth!“
“I mean this in the most positive way: This place is peak hipster. Like, encyclopedia-reference hipster. Your standard offerings plus unique espresso-alternative options. I tried the mushroom mocha with an added shot, it was very different but good. The barista--I already forgot his name sadly--but he was super friendly and authentic, nice to chat with. Great place. Great merch and local market items as well!“
“Hole in the wall appeal. Ordered bacon and eggs. Hash browns came as threads, never seen them cut so this, which made them super greasy. The eggs were cooked to order. One lady did alot of work, another spent most of the time on her phone talking about finding bar to go dancing. I had the good waitress, who brought this from a 3 to a 4.“
“This place is fire. Don't live with mom so I don't get authentic Vietnamese anymore and this is as close as you can get.Vegetarian options: Just ask them to replace all meat with tofu. Beware for the broth though as a lot is bone-broth.Dietary restrictions: I eat mainly seafood and found a good selection here for me.“
“Myself and a friend have been debating who has the best pizza in Tacoma. I've been here a few times, but just now feel compelled to make a review. This is it. This is the best pizza in town. From the crazy specials every week that make your mouth water to the regular menu which is not only unique, but delicious. The crust is as perfect as I've found anywhere in the region. Thin, but holds up to even the meatiest pizza on their menu. Perfectly charred. Perfectly crisp.I love it here. I'm going to make a point of coming here more now.“
“I'm a big fan of otters so when I was driving by this place while visiting Tacoma it was a no brainer! Delicious ciders as a non-beer fan, and everyone was so friendly! We took advantage of their board games and hung out for a while. Quite a fun souvenir too as I bought a shot glass!!“
“I really wanted to find something better than just starbucks for coffee. I stumbled upon this coffee stand through IG and have never looked back! The service is very friendly and is attentive. I pre-order my drinks and they are always ready to go when I pull up by the window.I live about 10-13 minutes away from this coffee stand and this is my go to coffee in the morning before I make my commute to work. I love supporting small businesses and will continue to come back. I will also point out that after having their coffee, I have never experienced "coffee crashes" I would always feel ick after having Starbucks or even Keurig coffee at work.“
“Great tacos and churros, friendly staff who checked to see how I enjoyed my meal, clean and vibrant atmosphere with beautiful art. I’ll definitely return! I recommend drawing more attention to your place with better signage so you’ll attract more customers. ☺️“
“This place is wonderful— especially on the patio. It’s enclosed and there are blankets on every chair. We both started with espressos and then got a 4 cup French press to share. I got the French onion soup and my friend got salmon Benedict. I would definitely come again and make sure you make a reservation.“
“This is really cool! When you arrive you check in at the counter and get your bracelet. Then you serve your own drinks! This means you can sample as many as you like and you don't have to commit to a drink you're unsure of. The indecisive person's dream come true! The staff were friendly and were kind in answering questions. You can sit on chairs around a coffee table or there is a table that has swings for chairs. Fun but can be hard to sit on for a long time. Next time I'm in Tacoma I want to come back here!“
“Small place to hang out but it seems as it's catered for the businesses that operate in the area rather than having large groups of people. It was pretty relaxed and quiet but not a place I can see any business or homework getting done.“
“Passing through Tacoma on the way home to Vancouver. I cannot say enough good things about this spot.Healthy food, relaxing spot and Bus, who served us, could not be nicer. Had protein oats, boiled eggs and the masala chai. My son had toasted bagel and the Homer donut. My son tried my oatmeal and loved it, he almost ate it all.You must visit this spot, you will not be disappointed!!! Thanks to Bus for the wonderful service and for being so friendly. Will def stop by again.“
“This place was cute, I went with some girlfriends and the wine we had was really good. My friends got some appetizer meat plate with cold cut, nuts and fruit, and a few other things that they said were good. I had the veggie melt( I am vegan) but I didn't care for it, not the owners fault or anything just wasn't my thing. Other than that we had a great time!“
“This is an overdue review from my visit this past June 2023. I don’t drink alcohol anymore, so was glad to see they carry Athletic Brewing NA in a can. Nice atmosphere, good local drinking hole. I didn’t eat here and not sure they really serve food, but I think you can order from one of the places next door and bring it with you.“
“This coffee spot is unique and I can taste the history of the building spill into the coffee. It’s as if the coffee itself tastes roasted with the architecture and building’s purpose in mind. Call me Puget Sound hoity-toity, but for those who order coffee everyday for decades from coffee shops, at some point one notice’s with great appreciation the subtle nuance in noted flavors altered by the experience surrounding the order - even if the same coffee beans are served at another coffee shop. It’s subtle, but there is something special about the coffee brewed here.“
“Wonderful flavor variety of protein shakes and energy drinks. Tried the blueberry lemonade protein shake *tasted like a blueberry lemon muffin* and Good Vibes mega bomb - both were delicious and neither had that typical “protein” taste that you get when you do it yourself. Great atmosphere and friendly service. Will be back!“
“Excellent place to get drinks. A lot of beers on tap from all over the state. There’s something for everyone’s taste and preference when it comes to beer, wine, or ciders. They have growlers or canned spirits in the fridge for you to take home your favorite. Definitely a great place to chill with friends.“
“I had never heard of this bar before, I started coming when Sheri posted she was working here. I knew her from some other places so I was excited to check out something new and something close to home. We came a few times and really enjoyed the food. We came once when it was Sheri’s day off and the service was horrible. The bar had maybe 2 people, and there were 2 tables occupied. We were told we had to order at the bar. I could see the if it was busy…but why if it was so slow? We have definitely noticed a significant improvement since the previous manager left…not only more people but the people who work here just seem friendlier and the food has improved. My friends and I come often for the tacos on Tuesdays (which are so good) and we are happy to see the place so crowded and doing well!“
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“Second time here, just moved to the area and ventured out for some thing to have on the road. Pleasantly started with the extra clean environment in the little shop, the donuts are so pretty you don’t even want to eat them you wanna take pictures of them??? anyway the flavors and the consistency of the donuts are the best I’ve had! Perfect sizes as well. Sometimes donut shops give you this huge donut and it’s full of air and it’s just too much. These are a little more dense, but chewy and the perfect size. I love the colorful pieces of art, and they are just divine! Great customer service too! So sweet the staff is. Also they have homemade decadent ice cream that is beyond me! Really unique flavors just like their donuts like lavender and things like that. I can’t say enough about this place. by the way, it’s a small shop so a few people fit in there at the same time but it’s plenty of room if it’s not crowded. Here’s a pic of the two we got, vanilla bean and chocolate, there are many unique flavors available. Just talking about it I think I have to go there this morning?“
“Really the best Mexican food around, especially if you like socal style taco shops. I dropped a star because two of the three times that I've bought a $5 cup of their delicious salsa they didn't include it and I left without checking... so yeah check your bag before you “
“One of my favorite places!! I love the curated and rotating menu. If you haven’t been now is the perfect time to go because they have a delicious collab with Side Piece Kitchen. I tried the Thai Tres Leches and can’t wait to try the rest! I appreciate the customization options like non-dairy milk or decaffeinated.“
“I recently had the pleasure of dining at Camp Colvos Pizza, and I must say, it was an absolute delight! From the moment we walked in, the inviting aroma of freshly baked pizza greeted us, setting the stage for a fantastic dining experience.First and foremost, let's talk about the pizza. The pepperoni pizza we ordered was simply divine. The crust was perfectly crispy on the outside yet delightfully chewy on the inside, and the generous topping of gooey cheese and savory pepperoni was a true taste sensation. Each bite was bursting with flavor, leaving us craving more.Despite the bustling atmosphere, the staff at Camp Colvos Pizza managed to provide impeccable service. Even though it was very busy, we didn't have to wait too long for our beer or our pizza. The servers were attentive and friendly, ensuring that our dining experience was smooth and enjoyable.The ambiance of the restaurant was also top-notch. The rustic decor and cozy seating added to the charm, creating a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere perfect for enjoying a meal with friends or family.Overall, I highly recommend Camp Colvos Pizza to anyone craving delicious pizza in a lively and welcoming setting. Whether you're a local or just passing through, this place is definitely worth a visit. I can't wait to come back and try more of their mouthwatering offerings!“
“Environment and the employees were great! However the açaí love bowl was significantly more earthy and muted in flavor than other açaí bowls I’ve had from other shops. It might just be i don’t have a taste for açaí after all! Disappointed i spent ~ $13 on a bowl I couldn’t take more than a few bites from- but everything else about the place is amazing!“
“the first time i went here in april 2022 i had the best london fog with english breakfast that i have ever had, made by a guy whose name i didn't get. i came again today and had a miscommunication with the barista but after i pointed it out they very kindly remade my drink, no questions asked, and once again, it was so good. thank you!“
“The girl in the morning with the blonde hair that had braids today march 24th finally satisfied my expectations! I had went to 2 different locations before and they messed up my drink those 2 times but this location never fails me! And thank you to the girl in the morning for being nice enough to make my drink the way I asked for it (:“
“Just found this gem today. Totally addicted to their glazed old fashioned donut. The service was exceptional. Family owned and SO many yummy items behind the glass. The young lady who served me was sweet and adorable. They have hot food, too. It smelled divine.“
“While all of the above is excellent, what I love the most is the staff! They are ALWAYS welcoming and truly care that the customer has a good experience! The management team is amazing!Kid-friendliness: Our kids are grown but we have two pups who are spoiled every time we drive through!“
“My husband and I got married here Jan 2024 and I have nothing but great things to say about the space, beer and staff. Be prepared if you decide to get married here, you are responsible for the entire set up and clean up. With that being said, there is SO much flexibility in how you want to decorate the space. In addition, the staff are very kind and excellent in the communication process making everything smooth and easy. We had a very intimate small ceremony, about 15 people, then a larger reception with about 80 people. The brewery size was perfect for the amount of people we had. We had a catering company come in to set up food which was plenty of space as well. Later in the night, we played our own music through the brewery’s speakers which we were impressed by the sound system. There is also a mic available so people could share speeches. If we could do anything differently, we would have a company come in and take things down after us because at the end of the night, we were toasted. Highly recommend getting married here if you are looking for a chill, cozy and beer filled wedding!“
“BUFFALO MILK is all I’m going to say lol! No, just kidding but you must try the stuff. My girls went back the next day to get another round after I left town! We ordered these three meals and shared them all so we could try as much as possible. The lemon curd and blueberry French toast was not tart and bitter like some of the lemon French toast I’ve had. It was not too thick or hard to cut through. It was perfectly custard and the whipped cream was nice and thick too. The frittata from pics online looked like it might be dry but IT WAS NOT! That mushroom frittata was maybe my favorite thing of all. But that sour cream pancake my gf pretty much adored just as well. They were fluffy but dense if that’s possible and very buttery and delightful. We are already planning our return because I need that buffalo milk coffee in my life.“
“I come here often. The staff is wonderful. It's clean and safe and has free parking. Every Saturday they have a band. No cover/all ages. The food is "meh". The dance area is carpeted, which is kinda' a bummer if you are a dancer. It's an early venue that caters to an older crowd. The bands are of varying musical genres and usually some of the best our area has to offer. They have a small attached bar and a lovely covered patio. It's a nice place to bring a family or, especially, older relatives.“
“Easily the best Mediterranean food I have had!When we walked in we were greeted by a smiling kind friendly face. Mahmoud was amazing. A very kind soul.The Greek Fries are a must try. The food is on point and the service just makes this a hidden gem.“
“Almost made a southern boy cry. Literally some of the best BBQ since I moved West. Melt in your mouth pork shoulder, brisket and ribs. Tell granpappy he can leave his teeth out. Couple that with great sides like the cooked greens with red onions, potato salad and slow-cooked blackeyed peas. Paired all this with a Kentucky mule with a spicy ginger kick. Perfection.“
“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!“