Dock Street Deli

Always worth the long wait. Today was 40 minutes. I stayed in the lobby, surfed my phone and…read moreenjoyed the free smells! I had the 9" Italian with everything on it and a Coke Zero to go. Classic and iconic place. They must make some serious money with the amount of business that they do. I got the sandwich with the pickle spear and took a huge bite after admiring it first. So much bread. But so yummy. Absolutely delicious! Def try this place. It's totally worth it.

I normally don't get a sandwich as my first meal of the day, but we stumbled upon this spot! I was…read moresuper excited, so we went to "look" and walked out with sandwiches--ha! I ordered the Italian Sammie, and my friend got the Genoa Sammie! We took them back to the hotel room and found that they were missing their condiments! Idk, I was supposed to say something about it, so make sure you know to get your mayo. I got the Italian Sammie and asked if they put the vinaigrette and olive oil on it, and he mentioned that they would. But with the amount of meat and bread it's missing a lot more to help it - I was super sad! We got some Utz and Munchies--light and fluffy! BOMB. We also got these random tasty crème drinks, and next time, just Pepsi please! I was soooo excited to find a spot that does cold cuts, but I was super underwhelmed.

Beverage Selection

Pastrami

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Inside

Sandwich Starr

4.1(34 reviews)

1.5 mi

We were going to Poquitos on Division but looks like that place fell prey to the Tacoma curse. A…read morelot of places don't hang around too long and that spot in particular has seemed hard to keep in business. But then we looked cross the street on 1st, where there used to be an Anthem, and even though it was already 6pm, this sandwich shop was still open and...there was a BINGO game happening. Whaddya know? So we took a peak in and they were not only serving sandwiches but they also had a cooler full of microbrews and kombuchas, beer on tap, wine, and a whole list of cocktails made from prosecco and other non-hard liquors like Amaro. Truly something for everyone. So we gave our order to the sweet human at the counter and took our seats I'm not kidding, my Amaro sour was one of the best cocktails I've had in a while in Tacoma and so were the pretzel sticks. I want my cocktails cold, tart, and refreshing with a little kick of funk or herbs and I want my pretzels salty. You wouldn't think that's such a high bar to clear but you'd be surprised. Sandwich Starr nailed it. Our Zatan sandwich was tasty but even though the bread felt a little stale. Otherwise the decor is kinda '90s coffee house and they've got bingo! Overall, this is an odd spot but the drinks are really good and it's got heart and it's the heart that makes it Tacoma.

Food was pretty good, but the sandwiches weren't really that big. The atmosphere is pretty inviting…read more and they have lots of games to play.prices are a little high for the size of the sandwich. I did enjoy the pickle. It seemed home made.

The Serenity, with salami, pepperoni, bacon, pepperjack, tomato, gochujang, and lettuce.

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The Starrk, with roast beef, salami, brie, tomato, red onion, and sweet chili mayo

Peterson Bros 1111

4.6(509 reviews)

1.0 mi

I have always loved their sandwiches and salads. The atmosphere is chill and laidback with friendly…read morebartenders. I love sitting at the bar - excellent service and delicious food.

Terrible service, lady behind the counter was very rude, tossed the clipboard at the bar top so it…read moremade a clang, I get it she probably has worked there forever and can act how she wants but rudeness is not a trait I value, I will never return again simply because if the face of the establishment is rude, the rest of them are too. Somehow was charged more than the website indicated. So definitely need to update prices.

Ruben Reuben Sandwich

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Brutus sandwich - added ham, pep,salami

The Redd Dog

3.8(109 reviews)

2.0 mi

I received a text message that I got a birthday coupon which was so cool as I didn't know that was…read morea thing. Additionally, they had another coupon for 50% off pizza that you can combine with your birthday offer. They are located close to where we live and we've only visited their location in Puyallup. I got the 12 inch Carnivore and it was ready within 10-12 minutes which was great as that was a little less than how much it took to get there. It looked gorgeous when I took a picture of it and I shared with my boyfriend and little brother who enjoyed it too! Some differences that I noticed is that the outdoor seating is just a few tables and chairs outside so you can enjoy your meal outside and they do have dog water bowls out too! The other difference is that dogs are also welcomed inside! I told this when I received my order and I was chatting with the two employees at the counter. I wished I had gotten their names but they were so inviting and kind. That was another difference, I got service as I feel like that is very lacking at the Puyallup location. They were also friendly with their other guests as well! I definitely look forward to coming back with friends, family, boyfriend and fur babies!

Had a great time here, nice and cozy spot on a Saturday evening!…read more Fun concept to scan a card at each tap to get good beers on draft and even some wine. We tried the pizza, pretzel and tater tots nachos style, everything was pretty good! Nice portions for the price. Helpful friendly service too. There's also board games here, dog friendly and kid friendly. Wish they'd open a location closer to us!

Use this to get your drink

Redd

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The booze

M & K Bakery

4.5(31 reviews)

1.5 mi

Finally had the chance to stop by here this morning and by far one of the best Banh Mi sandwiches…read moreI've ever had bread on the outside is crispy but the inside is soft I got the combination sandwich and it was filled with meats nice veggie toppings the jalapeños had the perfect spice and the ladies behind the counters were nice will definitely come back and get more. Also usually 2 would fill me up from other places but just one of these did it for me. I definitely want to try their sugarcane drinks next with a sandwich! :)

Sandwich was as perfect as a banh mi dac biet can be…read more Smoothies were unfortunately way too icy-meh.

17. Vietnamese Special Combination Sandwich

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01. Traditional Sugarcane

Cafe Bostwick

4.7(41 reviews)

0.9 mi

Super cute ambiance, sweet staff with good service, and I love supporting local coffee shops but I…read morecannot justify $19.00 for a small drink and a sandwich. I have never paid so much for so little. There were no prices on the food and that should have been my first indicator. I should have asked before I ordered. Now onto the actual taste- The chai was okay.... But not something I will be finishing bc there's so much spice in it. The sandwich was also fine, it did the job but not something I'd ever order again. Im sad to say this will not be a spot I come back to....

I started coming here before the change in ownership and also enjoyed it then, but the new owner…read morehas brought her own personality and charm to the business. I like that she has displayed historical images of the building and the neighborhood. I no longer live in the area but stop by when I'm around. The location itself is hard to beat, being situated in the triangular end of one of the theater district's most iconic historic buildings (the Bostwick). The drinks are consistently good and fairly priced for the area. There's ample room to sit and enjoy the views of the theaters. A great place to stop by if you're doing some shopping on Antique Row or about to catch a performance. The Broadway Farmers' Market is also just a few steps away, so all in all it's in a very convenient part of one of Tacoma's handful of truly pedestrian friendly neighborhoods.

One end of dining area

All gone!

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Entrance

Toast Mi

4.5(224 reviews)

3.2 mi

Had great service and food the past few times I've eaten here. Staff was friendly and conversed,…read morefood was amazing!

I've lived in the area for quite some time! I finally had a chance to try Toast Mi! We were walking…read morearound during the Proctor arts festival and wanted something yummy. A friend of mine suggested Toast Mi. The restaurant sits towards the back beside the back end of Starbucks in Proctor. The restaurant has about 4 to 5 tables, small but plenty of space. Service was really quick. I had just returned from three weeks in Vietnam so seeing that the sandwiches were named after all the cities that we had just visited was pretty fun. I did not enjoy the few banh mi's I tried in Vietnam, mainly because the meat was never really lean. I felt the bánh mì at Toast Mi was probably one of the best that I've ever had. I ordered the one with pork (the Mekong) and asked for no pate. The sandwich is absolutely huge and it was beyond delicious. I would highly recommend! I'll definitely be back!

The Hoi An (Classic Cold Cuts Banh Mi), The Notre Dame (Grilled Chicken Banh Mi), Brown Sugar Fresh Milk, Kumquat Fruit Tea

6. The Halong Bay (Grilled Beef Banh Mi)

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Name of All the Sandwiches

Peaks and Pints

4.2(258 reviews)

3.2 mi

After my cousin's wedding, a big group came to Peaks and Pints for a continued celebration. They…read morehad a small part of the event side room reserved, but a ton of us showed up so it got a little cozy. The service is good and the overall atmosphere is laid back. You order at the bar (when it comes to drinks) from an extensive tap list. They have ciders, beers, wine, etc. Lots of great local choices! We didn't eat here so I can't speak to the food but the menu does sound decent. We're big sandwich people and that seems to be their speciality, so we'd definitely come back to try those! Overall this was a fun find and a great spot to stop for some food and drinks in the Proctor area. We'll definitely come back for a more in-depth experience!

Food is great. I've eaten here twice, got the roast Mary both times. However the food isn't the…read moreproblem. Both times I have ordered I have called in to order and both times the person who picked up was in a shitty mood. Very moody, and gave me attitude when I asked a simple question about the menu. I didn't get their name but tread lightly around her.

Just HALF of the fresh beer kegs on tap!

Italian Grinder Sandwich. Not sure what this sandwich was. It was good!

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My kölsch haul

Red Hot

4.3(995 reviews)

2.1 mi

Not an ordinary hot dog stand. This is a sit down with full…read morepub. Fun atmosphere with games and felt very relaxed. The service was good with solid recommendations. We tried several of the dogs and nothing disappointed. Would recommend getting a few and trying some different options. The bun holds up to the toppings which seems rare anymore. All the ingredients seemed like great quality.

This place had been on my list to try for awhile and I had a craving for hot dogs 4th of July…read moreweekend so it was a great time to try it. You seat yourself and there is ample seating depending on if you want to watch a TV or people watch along 6th. I kept it basic with the Red Hot dog and then tried something new with the Hound dog. I didn't have any sides. They were both good dogs. For me it was a little too much peanut butter on the hound dog. I don't drink beer but they have a large selection if that is your thing.

All the tap handles on the ceiling pretty fun to look at

The Green Machine & Kommisar with a side of Mac n Cheese

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Filthy nachos--veganized (baked beans instead of beef chili, no cheese sauce, vegan coleslaw)

Rosewood Cafe

4.0(443 reviews)

2.9 mi

Food cooked to order Service prompt and personal…read more Ambience local one of a kind cafe. Wash board and antique kitchen gadgets on the wall, hand crocheted hats and bags for sale. Outside seating. Located within a neighborhood.

This place is so cute and the brunch drinks are DELICIOUS! Amanda was so helpful and sweet, we will…read morebe back!

Half of Rosewood Deluxe w/ coleslaw.

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Teapot and cup.

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Dee R.

3 years ago

Closed but everything says open... losers. From out of town and definitely not trying again in future.

vernette w.

4 years ago

Amazing food, this location is OPEN I don't know why it says that it is closed ! Fix it Yelp!!

Cameron R.

2 years ago

Shouldn't be allowed to have a yelp if you don't keep your hours updated. 0 for not being open

Dock Street Deli - gourmet - Updated October 2026

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