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Hl - Harbor Lights Tacoma, Tacoma, WA

Harbor Lights Tacoma

4.7
4.7
1788 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
10:00 PM

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Booked 27 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
Welcome to Harbor Lights! For over 50 years we have been a staple in the Tacoma community. A rustic atmosphere that sits on the shore of Commencement Bay with scenic views providing the quintessential Northwest dining experience. Harbor Lights joined the Anthony's family on April 29th, 2000 after being the dream of Anton Barcott, an immigrant from Yugoslavia. On January 26, 1959 Anton opened Harbor Lights among the lumber mills and shipyards along the waterfront. We are well known for serving large portions of seafood such as the two pound bucket of steamed clams and have a loyal following of wonderful guests!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (253) 752-8600
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Alex Wilkes
  • Neighborhood
    Tacoma
  • Parking details
    Complimentary parking is available across the street from the restaurant.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 1,788 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Tacoma

    Best Overall

  • Tacoma

    Great for brunch

  • Tacoma

    Neighborhood gem

  • Tacoma

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Harbor Lights Tacoma offers "excellent food and service" with "beautiful views" of Commencement Bay. While some diners note issues with noise and occasional service lapses, the restaurant remains a beloved spot for seafood, especially the "early dinner special" and clam chowder. It's a "great location with ample parking," making it ideal for a "special experience."
1,788 Reviews
  1. Chris

    Seattle

    17 reviews

    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A busy Friday night. Our server, Craig, was great and the rest of staff was very friendly. We've been here a handful of times, and it never disappoints.

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  2. Damon and Barb

    VIP

    Seattle

    40 reviews

    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We splurged a bit and it was worth it. Our only complaint is the VERY small pieces of halibut you get for $40+! Won’t do that again. The restaurant was VERY busy but service was on par-no complaints at all.
    Harbor Lights TacomaResponded 2 days ago
    Dear Damon and Barb, Thank you for the wonderful review on our service. I apologize that the Halibut seemed small. Next time you are in, please ask for Andy - I will fix it. Thank you, -Andy

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  3. Dan

    Seattle

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner far exceeded my expectations, and the service was attentive but not overwhelming. I had the baked Ling Cod special - which was cooked to perfection - flaky and moist, with an excellent sauce. Our other order was the fried oysters, which we also excellent. Highly recommend.
    Harbor Lights TacomaResponded 3 days ago
    Dear Dan, We are delighted that you enjoyed the Ling Cod and pan fried oysters! Thank you for rating us so highly. -Andy

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  4. Daniel

    Seattle

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I ordered wild caught Alaskan salmon and wife got crab Ceasar salad. Both we're outstanding. Highly recommend.
    Harbor Lights TacomaResponded 6 days ago
    Dear Daniel, We are thrilled that you enjoyed your Alaska Salmon and Crab Caesar! Thank you for the high rating. -Andy

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  5. Caryl

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We enjoy Habor Lights everytime we go. Food and staff are great. If you are lucky enough to have Traci as your waitress, you are in great hands. While we did not tonight, she was there and always says hello to us. While it does get noisy in there on a weekend, the food and staff make it worth it. And the view of the harbor is beautiful You may even see the local seal. Enjoy!
    Harbor Lights TacomaResponded on February 24, 2025
    Dear Caryl, We are thrilled that you enjoyed your dinner! Thank you for the rating us so kindly. -Andy

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  6. lisa

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Another enjoyable visit to Harbor Lights. Food and service 2 thumbs up!
    Harbor Lights TacomaResponded on February 24, 2025
    Dear Lisa, Thank you for the nice review. We are delighted you had an amazing experience. -Andy

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  7. Kelly

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed from their sunset menu. Liked the option of adding a second starter and a drink selection from that menu. Service was fast and friendly
    Harbor Lights TacomaResponded on February 19, 2025
    Your positive feedback about our sunset menu is greatly appreciated. Thank you for your feedback. -Megan

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  8. Jodi

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always enjoy Harbor Lights and especially the pan seared crab legs!
    Harbor Lights TacomaResponded on February 21, 2025
    We're pleased to hear you enjoy the pan seared crab legs at Harbor Lights! Thank you for your feedback. -Megan

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  9. Jim

    Seattle

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a window seat and ordered the crab, the food was delicious we great service.
    Harbor Lights TacomaResponded on February 19, 2025
    We're glad to hear you enjoyed the crab and great service at Harbor Lights. Thank you for sharing your experience! -Megan

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  10. Jill

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    I would like to start by saying my husband and I have stayed home for many years and made our Valentine’s Day dinner together. But this year I chose to surprise him by making reservations. When we arrived we were seated quickly. Our waitress took 15 mins to bring us water and bread. We were sitting in a small area with 6 small tables total, everybody was served their food first including the 2 couples who arrived after us . We never received the appetizer we ordered We waited over an hour to get our food and when we did it was shocking. Our food was room temperature and my husband’s steak was terrible. When my husband tried to speak to her to ask a question she just walked right past him. I understand that the special holiday makes the night very busy, but it was a combination of many disturbing things throughout our experience that make this a 2 star experience.Needless to say, My husband and I will just play it safe next year and stay home.
    Harbor Lights TacomaResponded on February 17, 2025
    Hi Jill, Thank you for the feed back. I apologize that your Valentine's Day Dinner was disappointing. It appears that we dropped the ball on service and food. I would like to talk with you further. Would you please email me at andrew.m@anthonyscom or call the restaurant and ask for Andy. Thank you and I look forward to connecting with you. -Andy

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FAQs

Harbor Lights Tacoma offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (253) 752-8600.

Harbor Lights Tacoma is rated 4.7 stars by 1788 OpenTable diners.

Harbor Lights Tacoma does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
10:00 PM

Select a time

Booked 27 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Harbor Lights Tacoma

2761 Ruston Way, Tacoma, WA 98402

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Tacoma
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, Farm-to-table
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Complimentary parking is available across the street from the restaurant.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Alex Wilkes
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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