Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in Tacoma

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Updated December 05, 2024

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Duke's Seafood - Tacoma

4.8

4.8 (3509)

$30 and under

Seafood

Tacoma

About the restaurant

Duke's Tacoma is an upscale casual Pacific Northwest seafood restaurant located on Ruston Way with spectacular waterfront dining and views. Duke's offers signature, flavorful, 100% sustainable wild seafood, Award Winning Chowder and grass fed burgers in a gathering place that is friendly, comfortable, unpretentious and filled with personality. We only source all natural, healthful ingredients. Duke's food is free of hormones, antibiotics and free of harmful chemicals. Guests sum up their favorable assessment of what Duke's has to offer with three words: It’s so good!

When making a reservation at Duke's Tacoma, should you have a preference for either indoor or outdoor seating please let us know. While we cannot guarantee outdoor seating we will do our very best to accommodate your preference.

Top review

Raney

Dined 1 day ago

Both food and service were outstanding. Our server, Wade, was attentive and friendly without being overbearing. One of our party has gluten issues, and he took special care to see that those needs were taken care of. One of the best restaurants in the area.

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Popular dish

"I Want You So Bad" Marionberry Pie

Popular dish

Incline Marionberry Cider

Experience

Happy Hour at Duke's Seafood - Tacoma

STEEL CREEK TACOMA

4.6

4.6 (226)

$30 and under

American

Tacoma

About the restaurant

Steel Creek American Whiskey Co. is Downtown Tacoma's Steakhouse & country bar. A full service restaurant during the week & the largest 21+ country party in the south sound after 9pm Thursday - Saturday.

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DavidVIP

Dined on Nov 3, 2024

Had the NY strip steak. It was full of gristle :(

McMenamins Elks Temple

4.6

4.6 (1757)

$30 and under

American

Tacoma

About the restaurant

McMenamins Elks Temple Pub serves classic Northwest fare in a room with a view. You can’t help but gaze through the soaring windows toward Foss Waterway, but be sure to look up, too, for a fantastic display of chandeliers. From early breakfasts to late night cocktails, the pub is open to all ages serving breakfast classics like benedicts and scrambles, and for dinner elevated burgers and pizzas with an ever changing seasonal menu inspired by the Pacific Northwest.
*Patio seating is first come first serve.

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Samantha

Dined 6 days ago

This was fabulous for our large group. Excellent food and friendly service. A winner every time.

Copper & Salt Northwest Kitchen

4.5

4.5 (858)

$31 to $50

American

Tacoma

About the restaurant

Join us for a unique experience with an amazing view:

Breakfast Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 7:00am to 11:00am/
Lunch Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 11:00am to 3:00pm/
Brunch Saturday and Sunday from 7am to 2:00pm/
Dinner Daily from 4:00pm to 10:00pm/
Select Happy Hour daily 3:00pm to 5:00pm/
New Late-Night Menu available 10:00pm to 11:00pm Friday and Saturday/

We offer complimentary Valet service for guests dining at Copper & Salt. We do not validate parking outside of our Valet service.

Top review

Brent

Dined on Dec 11, 2024

We recently visited the Copper & Salt Northwest Kitchen on a weekday evening for a special occasion. The environment is very nice with a great view of the Sound! But during our visit a table was occupied by a single individual wearing headphones and working on a computer. Meanwhile our “special seating” was away from the window, and in part looking over the lone person working at a table for four. The staff was friendly and helpful, except for the bartender. She ignored me, then acknowledged me when I took another place on the other end of the bar, told me she’d be right back, and then ignored me long enough that I walked away and wasn’t served. Our dinner began with the House Whipped Ricotta, which was excellent! But beyond that, the meal we had wasn’t exceptional. We enjoyed our halibut and seafood buccatini, which were well prepared, but for this price, this review should reflect a much better experience. The Copper & Salt is a very good restaurant, but we’ll continue to look for a place for our special celebrations.

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Tokyo Japanese Steak House

4.5

4.5 (426)

$31 to $50

Hibachi

Federal Way

About the restaurant

Experience the excitement of Teppanyaki table side grilling at Tokyo Steak House. This artistic and entertaining style of cooking is a favorite to the thousands of guests we have served since 1998 at our Federal Way restaurant. Fresh seafood, steaks, vegetables and rice are perfectly seasoned and grilled to order.

Tokyo Steak House guests dine grill side experiencing the authentic cooking skills of our talented chefs who juggle hot flames and sharp knives while artistically create a delicious meal for their guests. Our guests relish in the aroma of our special herbs and seasonings and enjoy a completed meal fresh off the grill.

At Tokyo Steak House we serve only the highest quality product and strive to give the best service possible.

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Mauricio

Dined 6 days ago

Had a bday reservation here and was excellent. from service, food and the chef. Glad we got a good chef and did a whole table involved and great energy we had to tip him! great experience, portions and bday! we had to other sit with my group of 7 and they were lovely and wished us a happy birthday! is bit pricy but worth it for a nice experience. fyi MAKE A RESERVATION place is PACKED!

Amor Wine + Tapas

4.5

4.5 (235)

$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

Tacoma

About the restaurant

At Amor we are building a vibrant fare with Northwest ingredients but using the traditions of the great cuisine countries of the world: Spain, Italy, France, Morocco and more. We want you to experiment and try our tapas as part of your dining experience. Please order and entrée if you would like, but indulge in the tapas and the experience.

The small plates will be delivered are so much fun.

Please also spoil yourself with the ample purveyed wines from around the world. Our food is meant to be eaten with wine so also see our pairings. Warm yourself through our beautifully appointed dining room while you share the love of each other and your friends.

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Eric

Dined 7 days ago

Overall this was a really nice experience. Alex the bartender/mixologist was super awesome as well as Noel & Nadine. This group is an obvious asset to this establishment. The service exceeded all expectations. … Truly above and beyond That being said it was a new experience for us and we found the menu slightly confusing. We ate from the preset menu as to get samples of the fare. Due to personal tastes some of the food didn’t get eaten and I felt bad wasting it, but it was no reflection of the quality or preparation. However, we will definitely return and order more appropriately. It was a bit louder than I was expecting as I had intentions of a quiet romantic dinner out. It still was romantic, but it was definitely on the livelier side. It was even a topic of conversation throughout the weekend that followed on what a nice time that was had. Definitely would be fun to go with larger groups as well.

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Experience

New Years - Special Tapas Menu

Puyalapabs Café

4.5

4.5 (139)

$30 and under

American

Tacoma

About the restaurant

Puyalapabs Café offers a beautifully intimate Northwest setting featuring steaks, seafood, Asian cuisine, and other regional favorites. 21+ only.

Top review

Reid

Dined 7 days ago

Puyalapabs cafe was enjoyable. We had the 2 person chineese deal. food was a good value. Had more than a portion for two people. Had leftovers to take home. Was a good experience. .

WOVEN Seafood & Chophouse by Roy Yamaguchi

4.3

4.3 (495)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Tacoma

About the restaurant

Tacoma’s newest waterfront restaurant, Woven Seafood & Chophouse, is a Roy Yamaguchi concept owned by The Puyallup Tribe of Indians. Woven celebrates a rich fusion of culinary traditions, honoring Yamaguchi’s Japanese heritage and pioneering Hawaii regional cuisine, along with the traditions of the Puyallup Tribe and the bounty of the Pacific Northwest.

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Lori

Dined today

The food was great, loved everything we ordered. The service was 5 star. We will be back very soon!

Indochine Asian Dining Lounge

4.2

4.2 (1445)

$31 to $50

Thai

Tacoma

About the restaurant

Indochine is a feast for your senses nestled in the heart of a great Northwest cultural center. Walking into this innovative space is like walking into a piece of artwork. Textures of cherry, iron, fine drapery, brick, and brushed sheet steel are all architecturally assembled in perfect harmony. As you dine, Indochine’s fine and creative cuisine will delight you. The flavors of Thailand, China, India, Japan, and Vietnam meld together to produce a wonderful culinary palette that is sure to impress your’s and your guests’ tastes. In complement to the meal, select from Indochine’s extensive wine list which features flavorsome and aroma rich wines from around the world. To finish your meal, select one of Indochine’s desserts, all of which are made in house, such as Gelato Italian Ice Cream flavors, or Crème Brûlée.

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Tom

Dined today

First time visiting and we liked it a lot! We were attracted by all the vegan possibilities and that turned out to be more choices than most because so many dishes allow you to choose meat or vegan (and clearly marked on the menu). The drink menu was interesting too, and the service was very good. Right at 5 pm we got parking at the door but given the location perhaps give yourself a few extra minutes just in case. Highly recommended!

Slahal Restaurant and Bar

4.2

4.2 (300)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Tacoma

About the restaurant

Introducing Slahal Steakhouse: A wonderful addition to Tacoma's upscale dining scene. Pairing classic steakhouse cuisine with stunning views of the City, Commencement Bay, Mount Rainer, and the Olympic Mountains, Slahal Steakhouse offers an unparalleled dining experience.

Located on the 11th floor of the EQC Tacoma Hotel Tower. Families welcome.

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janet

Dined on Dec 13, 2024

Filet mignon was fabulous! Tomahawk was a showstopper, and good. Beet salad was more greens than beets. Smashed (mashed) potatoes were yummy. Server was attentive and respectful. Ambience leaves much to be desired. Too bright lighting. Not an intimate atmosphere.

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