So how does this work?
We pick our top choices based on the quality of the food, service, and consistency over time. We’ll start off by giving you the best options overall for dining in Tacoma and then follow up with links to different types of restaurants in different neighborhoods at the end of this page.
Best Restaurants Tacoma
Ezell’s Famous Chicken Description: Fast-food fried chicken & Southern sides. Local fast-food chain known for its housemade fried chicken, plus down-home sides & desserts. Address: 1902 M.L.K. Jr Way, Tacoma, WA 98405, United States Phone Number: +1 253-572-4277 Website: Home Store Hours: Sunday: 11AM-9PM | Monday: 10:30AM-9PM | Tuesday: 10:30AM-9PM | Wednesday: 10:30AM-9PM | Thursday: …
Southern Kitchen Description: Traditional soul food in casual setting. Soul food including favorites such as fried chicken & collard greens served in a laid-back space. Address: 1716 6th Ave, Tacoma, WA 98405, United States Phone Number: +1 253-627-4282 Website: http://www.southernkitchen-tacoma.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 9AM-8PM | Monday: 9AM-8PM | Tuesday: 9AM-8PM | Wednesday: 9AM-8PM | Thursday: …
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Description: Fast-food fried chicken chain. Louisiana-inspired fast-food chain known for its spicy fried chicken, biscuits & sides. Address: 1917 S 72nd St b29, Tacoma, WA 98408, United States Phone Number: +1 253-472-5960 Website: https://locations.popeyes.com/wa/tacoma/1917-s-72nd-st?utm_source=yext&utm_medium=local_listings_pack&utm_campaign=yext_localsearch&utm_id=yext_localsearch Store Hours: Sunday: 10:30AM-10PM | Monday: 10:30AM-10PM | Tuesday: 10:30AM-10PM | Wednesday: 10:30AM-10PM | Thursday: 10:30AM-10PM | Friday: …
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Description: Fast-food fried chicken chain. Louisiana-inspired fast-food chain known for its spicy fried chicken, biscuits & sides. Address: 14803 Pacific Ave S, Tacoma, WA 98444, United States Phone Number: +1 253-531-9997 Website: https://locations.popeyes.com/wa/tacoma/14803-pacific-avenue-south?utm_source=yext&utm_medium=local_listings_pack&utm_campaign=yext_localsearch&utm_id=yext_localsearch Store Hours: Sunday: 10:30AM-10PM | Monday: 10:30AM-10PM | Tuesday: 10:30AM-10PM | Wednesday: 10:30AM-10PM | Thursday: 10AM-10PM | Friday: 10:30AM-10PM …
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Description: Fast-food fried chicken chain. Louisiana-inspired fast-food chain known for its spicy fried chicken, biscuits & sides. Address: 12670 32nd Division Dr, Tacoma, WA 98433, United States Phone Number: +1 253-964-6932 Website: https://locations.popeyes.com/wa/tacoma/12670-32nd-division-drive Store Hours: Sunday: 11AM-4PM | Monday: 10AM-7PM | Tuesday: 10AM-7PM | Wednesday: 10AM-7PM | Thursday: 10AM-7PM | Friday: 11AM-4PM …
Katie Downs Waterfront Tavern Description: Northwest-themed eatery with ocean views. Casual tavern with sweeping ocean views serving pizza, burgers & seafood, plus local wines & brews. Address: 3211 Ruston Way, Tacoma, WA 98402, United States Phone Number: +1 253-756-0771 Website: Home Store Hours: Sunday: 11AM-9PM | Monday: 11AM-9PM | Tuesday: 11AM-9PM | Wednesday: 11AM-9PM | …
Crab King Cajun Boil & Bar Description: . Address: 3111 S 38th St, Tacoma, WA 98409, United States Phone Number: +1 253-301-1688 Website: Home Store Hours: Sunday: 12-9:30PM | Monday: 12-9:30PM | Tuesday: 12-9:30PM | Wednesday: 12-9:30PM | Thursday: 12-9:30PM | Friday: 12-9:30PM | Saturday: 12-9:30PM
Harbor Lights Description: Northwest seafood in waterfront setting. Northwest seafood dishes in a waterfront locale with outdoor seating overlooking Commencement Bay. Address: 2761 Ruston Way, Tacoma, WA 98402, United States Phone Number: +1 253-752-8600 Website: Harbor Lights Store Hours: Sunday: 12-8PM | Monday: 12-8PM | Tuesday: 12-8PM | Wednesday: 12-8PM | Thursday: 12-8PM | Friday: …
Duke’s Seafood Description: Casual option for seafood & cocktails. Local chain serving market-fresh seafood, grass-fed burgers & cocktails in informal surroundings. Address: 3327 Ruston Way, Tacoma, WA 98402, United States Phone Number: +1 253-752-5444 Website: Home Store Hours: Sunday: 11AM-10PM | Monday: 11AM-10PM | Tuesday: 11AM-10PM | Wednesday: 11AM-10PM | Thursday: 11AM-10PM | Friday: 11AM-11PM …
Anthony’s At Point Defiance Description: Pacific Northwest-based seafood chain. Pacific Northwest-based seafood chain serving local catches, plus regional wines & beers. Address: 5910 N Waterfront Dr, Tacoma, WA 98407, United States Phone Number: +1 253-752-9700 Website: Anthony’s at Point Defiance Store Hours: Sunday: 12-8PM | Monday: 12-8PM | Tuesday: 12-8PM | Wednesday: 12-8PM | Thursday: …
Tacos y Mariscos Nayarit Description: . Address: 6308 E McKinley Ave, Tacoma, WA 98404, United States Phone Number: +1 253-474-3642 Website: Store Hours: Sunday: 10AM-9PM | Monday: 10AM-9PM | Tuesday: 10AM-9PM | Wednesday: 10AM-9PM | Thursday: 10AM-9PM | Friday: 10AM-11PM | Saturday: 10AM-11PM
The Fish Peddler Restaurant Description: Roomy seafood spot with waterfront views. Lofty seafood joint with a spacious, waterfront patio offering the day’s catch, dips & oysters. Address: 1199 Dock St, Tacoma, WA 98402, United States Phone Number: +1 253-627-2158 Website: http://www.fishpeddler-tacoma.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 11AM-8PM | Monday: 11AM-8PM | Tuesday: 11AM-8PM | Wednesday: 11AM-8PM | …
Fujiya Japanese Restaurant Description: Sushi house with sake & a relaxed vibe. Casual, chef-owned fixture offering artfully presented sushi, some kitchen fare & sake. Address: 1125 Court C #1, Tacoma, WA 98402, United States Phone Number: +1 253-627-5319 Website: https://www.facebook.com/fujiyatacoma Store Hours: Sunday: Closed | Monday: 11AM-2PM, 5-9PM | Tuesday: 11AM-2PM, 5-9PM | Wednesday: 11AM-2PM, …
Sushi Tama Restaurant Description: Japanese eatery for sake & familiar eats. Intimate restaurant with a sushi bar featuring Japanese fare & decor plus sake & combination plates. Address: 3919 6th Ave, Tacoma, WA 98406, United States Phone Number: +1 253-761-1014 Website: http://sushitamarestaurant.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: Closed | Monday: Closed | Tuesday: 4-8PM | Wednesday: 4-8PM …
THEKOI Japanese Cuisine Description: Upscale fare in a contemporary space. Upscale spot for traditional & fusion Japanese fare in a sleek, contemporary dining room. Address: 1552 Commerce St #100, Tacoma, WA 98402, United States Phone Number: +1 253-272-0996 Website: http://www.thekoitacoma.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 12-9:30PM | Monday: 11AM-9:30PM | Tuesday: 11AM-9:30PM | Wednesday: 11AM-9:30PM | Thursday: …
Gino’s at the Point Description: . Address: 6912 Soundview Dr NE, Tacoma, WA 98422, United States Phone Number: +1 253-242-7951 Website: https://www.ginosrestaurants.com/gino-s-at-the-point Store Hours: Sunday: 4-8PM | Monday: Closed | Tuesday: 4-8PM | Wednesday: 4-8PM | Thursday: 4-8PM | Friday: 4-9PM | Saturday: 4-9PM
Zeeks Pizza Description: Modern spot for classic pizza & beer. Relaxed beer & pizza eatery offering signature & craft-your-own pizzas, plus draft beer. Address: 1702 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402, United States Phone Number: +1 253-269-7604 Website: Locations & Hours Store Hours: Sunday: 11AM-9PM | Monday: 11AM-9PM | Tuesday: 11AM-9PM | Wednesday: 11AM-9PM | Thursday: …
Gateway To India Description: Longtime local standard for Indian fare. Casual go-to since 1996 for an array of Northern Indian dishes and beers, with popular lunch buffet. Address: 2603 6th Ave, Tacoma, WA 98406, United States Phone Number: +1 253-552-5022 Website: http://www.gatewaytoindiarestaurant.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 12-9PM | Monday: 11AM-3PM, 5-9PM | Tuesday: 11AM-3PM, 5-9PM | …
Saigon House Vietnamese Cuisine Description: . Address: 2505 S 38th St Ste A101, Tacoma, WA 98409, United States Phone Number: +1 253-503-3010 Website: http://www.saigonhouse.us/ Store Hours: Sunday: 10:30AM-9PM | Monday: 10:30AM-9PM | Tuesday: 10:30AM-9PM | Wednesday: 10:30AM-9PM | Thursday: 10:30AM-9PM | Friday: 10:30AM-10PM | Saturday: 10:30AM-10PM
Paya Thai Fish & Chips Description: Counter in a food court for fish & chips. No-frills mall food-court counter for fish & chips, chowder, salad & spaghetti with casual seating. Address: 430 E 25th St, Tacoma, WA 98421, United States Phone Number: +1 253-627-8432 Website: http://payathaifishandchips.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 12-5PM | Monday: 10AM-7PM | Tuesday: …
Thai In Fife Description: Relaxed kitchen serving Thai staples. Simple, tile-floored Thai eatery with a standard menu of fried rice, noodle dishes & stir-fries. Address: 4420 Pacific Hwy E, Tacoma, WA 98424, United States Phone Number: +1 253-896-4777 Website: Home Store Hours: Sunday: Closed | Monday: 11AM-8PM | Tuesday: 11AM-8PM | Wednesday: 11AM-8PM | Thursday: …
Nana Thai & Teriyaki Description: . Address: 430 E 25th St #37, Tacoma, WA 98421, United States Phone Number: +1 253-572-9132 Website: https://nanathaiandteriyakiwa.smiledining.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: Closed | Monday: 10:30AM-7PM | Tuesday: 10:30AM-7PM | Wednesday: 10:30AM-7PM | Thursday: 10:30AM-7PM | Friday: 10:30AM-7PM | Saturday: 10:30AM-7PM
Royal Thai Bistro Description: Elegant eatery for Thai cuisine. Thai curries, noodles & other specialties in a calm space with drapes & elegant fixtures. Address: 2045 Mildred St W, Tacoma, WA 98466, United States Phone Number: +1 253-564-9409 Website: http://royalthaibistro.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 11AM-9PM | Monday: 11AM-9PM | Tuesday: Closed | Wednesday: 11AM-9PM | Thursday: …
Golden Teak Thai Restaurant Description: . Address: 1620 S Mildred St, Tacoma, WA 98465, United States Phone Number: +1 253-565-1921 Website: http://goldenteakthairestaurant.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: Closed | Monday: Closed | Tuesday: 11AM-3PM, 4-9PM | Wednesday: 11AM-3PM, 4-9PM | Thursday: 11AM-3PM, 4-9PM | Friday: 11AM-3PM, 4-9PM | Saturday: 11AM-3PM, 4-9PM
Chili Thai – Tacoma Description: . Address: 3213 S 38th St, Tacoma, WA 98409, United States Phone Number: +1 253-267-0779 Website: https://www.chilithaitacoma.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 12-9PM | Monday: 11AM-9PM | Tuesday: 11AM-9PM | Wednesday: 11AM-9PM | Thursday: 11AM-9PM | Friday: 11AM-10PM | Saturday: 11AM-10PM
@ Thai Restaurant Description: . Address: 1623 E 72nd St, Tacoma, WA 98404, United States Phone Number: +1 253-503-7659 Website: http://www.atthairestaurant.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: Closed | Monday: 11AM-9PM | Tuesday: 11AM-9PM | Wednesday: 11AM-9PM | Thursday: 11AM-9PM | Friday: 11AM-9PM | Saturday: 11AM-9PM
Galanga Thai Cuisine Description: Thai bites in a colorful setting. Convivial Thai cafe offering an unpretentious vibe & a menu of spiced-to-order staples. Address: 1129 Broadway, Tacoma, WA 98402, United States Phone Number: +1 253-272-3393 Website: http://www.galangathai.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: Closed | Monday: 4-9PM | Tuesday: 4-9PM | Wednesday: 4-9PM | Thursday: 4-9PM | Friday: …
Vuelve a la Vida – Tacoma Description: Upbeat joint for classic Mexican dishes. Spacious Mexican establishment serves up ample plates of classic entrees in a casual upbeat setting. Address: 5312 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98408, United States Phone Number: +1 253-473-7068 Website: http://www.vuelvealavidawa.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 10AM-8:30PM | Monday: 10AM-8:30PM | Tuesday: 10AM-8:30PM | Wednesday: …
La Oveja Negra Eatery Description: . Address: 806 72nd St E, Tacoma, WA 98404, United States Phone Number: +1 253-830-5843 Website: http://orderlaovejanegraeatery.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 8AM-7PM | Monday: Closed | Tuesday: Closed | Wednesday: Closed | Thursday: Closed | Friday: 8AM-8PM | Saturday: 8AM-8PM
The Matador Description: Stylish bar with elevated Mexican food. Local bar chain serving classic & contemporary Mexican dishes, plus cocktails, in a stylish space. Address: 721 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402, United States Phone Number: +1 253-627-7100 Website: https://matadorrestaurants.com/locations/tacoma Store Hours: Sunday: 11AM-12AM | Monday: 11AM-12AM | Tuesday: 11AM-12AM | Wednesday: 11AM-12AM | Thursday: 11AM-12AM …