Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Downtown Tacoma, Tacoma

Tom M. • May 26, 2011The steak el gaucho with lobster tails is amazing. Try the crab cocktail too!

Danaca T. • July 14, 2012They use a special blend of Valhalla coffee, and it's delicious as espresso! Friendly staff, too!

Jeffrey B. • October 5, 2013WOW!!! Try the artichoke dip its was excellent and the sandwiches... awesome. Nice atmosphere, great place to eat, talk and relax.

Sandro L. • May 13, 2018Besides the amazing cocktails, food here is A++++. Get the BLT with jowl bacon and caramelized onions and the pulled pork sandwich with kimchi👌🏼👌🏼

Chris E. • July 2, 2015Absolutely the best dining experience in the Seattle/Tacoma area. There is never a bad option on the menu, but my go-to meal is the duck.

LeAnne R. • December 16, 2015Great rotating beer selection. Jalapeño burger is yums!

Carinna T. • February 13The vegan tacos are legit!

Arlene R. • October 24, 2015I love the atmosphere and affordability of this restaurant. Always kid friendly and fun.

Michelle A. • October 12, 2015Everything we are here was amazing. Try the dumplings for sure. And the black stick rice pudding is to die for.

Kymberly T. • October 9, 2010Our fav pho place...the shrimp app is super crispy and yummy!

Jason S. • August 14, 2014The Guinness is perfect and the Guinness stew is a perfect lunch to go with that pint.

Kristi L. • November 13, 2012Breakfast sandwich is yum and big!! Can easily be shared or half saved for the next day!

Greg S. • December 28, 2019Tuck into the camp atmosphere with an order of Jiffy Pop popcorn straight outta 1950.

Jeff D. • September 15, 2012The Chorizo quesadilla is amazing and only $5 at happy hour!

Daniel G. • July 23, 2020The Smoked Salmon Toast is Amazing!

Sean V. • December 10, 2018An excellent happy hour great music. Very awesome staff and owners.

Heidi L. • September 7, 2015Get the chowder, it's hearty and warms the soul.

Jason F. • November 1, 2011Drunken Beef Noodle, crab wontons and the pot stickers are fantastic!

Anthony L. • July 7, 2010The hamburger is very good, awesome real pepper bacon. However, the shinny point of the menu....Monte Cristo!

Marguerite G. • August 23, 2013Great wine and cheese, nice bar, and GREAT Mac & Cheese!

Kim S. • June 28, 2018The Mac and Cheese is to die for! And the Milkshakes are absolutely sinful (in the best way possible). The service is great, too. All around, a fantastic experience! I will be back!

Brent G. • June 11, 2019Great soups - fun spot! The Mexican Sausage Black Bean is awesome.

Charles C. • April 5, 2012Everything's good. Corn meal or panko breading. Can't go wrong.

Brenda D. • February 18, 2017Crazy train pizza was delicious 😋. Also had the local purple hard cider which was very refreshing ☺

Matt B. • March 26, 2016Fantastic locally owned coffee shop just off of Wright Park. Small interior but with big taste. An absolute "must visit" for Tacoma Coffee.

Rianna S. • November 25, 2012Excellent artichoke dip! Will definitely order it again. :)

Adria M. • January 13, 2017The tea is amazing. If you aren't sure where to start come early to sample and ask questions.

Tammy M. • March 28, 2020Great ambience and so many cocktails to choose from!

Barnabas R. • September 15, 2017Every item was excellent. If you like mushrooms, definitely get the spinach dumplings as an appetizer

Kathleen B. • June 19, 2017Great brunch spot with tons of delicious options for everyone! Staff and owner are so friendly and the food is amazing. Recommend for dates, family brunch/dinner, small plates, and drinks.