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This coffee shop is a hidden gem, tucked away inside an office building. It took some time to find it, but once I did, I was amazed by the spacious interior. The counter is a cool, inviting space, and the friendly servers and baristas make you feel right at home. They offer a unique selection of coffee types, and the menu changes regularly. I decided to try a Kahlua & Cream, as suggested by the server. It was a delightful experience, with a perfect balance of creaminess and sweetness.
This coffee shop is located in a great space. There were so many people lounging and working late in the evening when I visited. The coffee is also very good. Please come and create your own adventure.
I don't know if I can fully describe to you how beautiful and spacious this spot is. It's such a lively space filled with people hanging out, working, relaxing, etc. I can tell you right now if I lived in Tacoma this is definitely the place you'd find me at the most often. I spent about fours hours here and in that time I tried one of the Valentines Day specials, the Pretty In Pink Matcha (banana matcha with strawberry cold foam) and it was a 7/10. Visually very pretty, taste wise it was average, I couldn't really taste the banana and the cold foam disappeared quickly. An hour or so later I tried their Dirty Dianna (vanilla chai, oat milk and white coffee) this one was an easy 9/10. It was one of the drinks that I saw mentioned the most when I was checking out their reviews and I'm so happy I got it. It was all the best parts of having an oatmeal cookie in a latte. Food wise unfortunately I came a bit later in the day so there wasn't as much to choose from but was recommend the Marionberry Danish. To say it was it was delectable would be an understatement. The bread was buttery and flaky, the berries had just the right amount of tang and it all danced beautifully with the cream cheese. Man Washington really does have some of THE best coffee shops and this place is definetly one of them. I can't wait to come back the next time I'm in town!!
This place is popular and for good reason. Really delicious coffee with a great atmosphere. This location is in the lobby of an office building in downtown Tacoma. It's got a ton of tables, couches, and even some private study areas. WiFi is fast, so it's a great place to sit and get some work done for awhile. Employees were all very friendly and overall vibes were great. I'll be back!
Did I visit here because my sister's name is Eboni and her dog's name is Ivory? Yes! Absolutely lol My recent visit to Seattle I saw a coffee shop named Ebony & Ivory near by the place I was staying. I was soo thrilled to visit, mostly because it's my sister and her dog's name. However, I also love a good iced coffee or latté. Now it was a hike to get here and I mean literally a hike. I never realized how the hills in Seattle, more specifically Tacoma, are more of a mountain than a hill. Haha. Needless to say after a few breaks, a few sweats, and thankfully no tears I finally made it. Upon entry I was thrown off a little by the building. I believe it's located inside of a business but I am honestly not sure. It gives more of a hotel lobby type of feel with a coffee shop. The coffee however was amazing. I loved my iced latte and of course had to order the Ebony & Ivory Latte. I also tried a cinnamon roll and it was very sweet and filling. I enjoyed talking to the staff. They were friendly and knowledgeable about the menu and coffee as well. When I visit Tacoma again I'll definitely stop here but next time I'll skip the hike and book an uber.
This place is sooooo cute! There is tons of seating options and it is beautiful inside. I tried the coffee flight and really enjoyed it. I also got a almond crossaint that was perfectly flakey and the right amount of sweet and savory. Service was friendly and prompt. This place was pretty busy on a Saturday morning but still lots of open seating available.
This is a really pretty place. I came here for a change of scenery to get some work done and this might be my new go to spot. I ordered the Malbec and it was a good wine. I'm usually hesitant about Malbec because it can kind of on the dry side but this hit right in the middle . You can also order coffee here. They have plugs for your laptops and phones but some of the tables don't have them, I guess due to where they're located. But it's a cool place. Quiet enough to take calls and get work done. They also have a meeting room you can reserve.
Fun coffee shop! Very spacious and cool interior. It's located inside of the business center but easy to find street parking. We got the regular flight and it was a good idea - but make sure you know that they are not very sweet coffee more just cold brew and regular latte's - so if you want a sweeter version you should order the special that they offer. Vast menu which was fun!! The vanilla latte was good and so was the almond croissant. The bagel was very mid/normal. Overall, good experience and space to be in.
I come here to work remotely every so often. It's a great work environment with lots of seating and the ambiance is so cute. Everyone is friendly and the coffee is delicious.
Tucked gracefully into the Financial Center is a modern equal parts cafe, lounge, and sanctuary. From the moment you step inside, you're enveloped in an atmosphere that blends contemporary design with lush elegance. The space is nothing short of stunning, curated with a keen eye for detail and ambiance. By day, it's a haven for coffee lovers. But as the sun goes down it transforms into an intimate venue, serving a refined selection of wines, cocktails, and beers. They offer light bites like artisanal sandwiches. What truly elevated the experience, is the live pianist. This venue is a great location for private events. Whether you're seeking a quiet moment, a casual meeting, or a chic night out, this venue delivers.
This place is good. I had the coffee flight today and my daughter had the strawberry matcha. Beautiful ambience. The parking can be tricky but today was Sunday so free parking and not many people vs going on a work day. They have a vault which is fun and I know you can rent this place out too which is cool. They don't have a lot of food options and the cashier person gave me the schpeel about bussing your own serveware. I get it. There's only two of them for such a large space. Overall, good spot to go if you want to try something more unique and different and cool for meetings. Different lounge areas to be at. The WiFi can be tricky but it's manageable.
I came here on 2 different days during Valentine's Day weekend. We tried a Valentine's Day latte (6/10) it was fine. happy cheeks (4/10) it literally tastes like milk with sugar. Coffee flight (6/10) it was fine, I only liked 2 out of 4 which was the macchiato and the latte. cappuccino was 2/10. One thing we loved that made us come back was the marionberry cheese danish. It was so good 10000/10 The girls were super nice and friendly! The vibe was good.
Food It was a Yelp Elite function. Charcuterie - pretty nice they had variety of yummy stuff. If you like wine like I do... go for the Dissident Carbernet Sauvignon. Service The staff are professional. .Met the owners great young entrepreneur, we talked for about 5 minutes . In case the owners read this and you wish to expand outside WA and need a Region Managet I could be your guy. I work at JBLM and I was with my daughter. I'll email you later with my resume. I can see the owner becoming wealthy, they have a great concept and I hope they will expand to Cali all the way to NY. The company name is very catchy and professional, love to work for them once they start to expand outside WA. Ambience Great place, with a 20 foot bar, too bad I forgot to take a picture. Space is very adequate, great for group parties. Also, we had a little hard time that there weren't any signs with the company name. It is very easy to miss it. I hope that they will be able to get a sign so it can be visible to the public.
BUILT AROUND COFFEE, ROOTED IN COMMUNITY (4.5 stars) ... Together in perfect harmony! Many people hanging out, people studying, or working. Why is Tacoma's glow-up so cute (now)! Hanging out around Tacoma and it's always a must to try a coffee shop in the PNW. PASSES THE VIBE CHECK. It's a very hip and spacious cafe with a large lobby/lounge area and a ton of people. Diversity! Loved seeing diversity in the mix. Comfy seats, tables, and some available power plugs too. Its location is on a downtown slope and in a corner so it has a view. ORDER - STAIRWAY TO HEAVEN ($17) - came with 4 mini espresso drinks: Latte, Caramel Macchiato, Doppio Con Panna, and Cold Brew. Latte - smooth without any flavor. Caramel Macchiato - so good and smooth. Sweet. Caramel tastes more like marshmallows. Dipping Con Panna - strong acidity after bite and a coffee taste throughout the sip. Cold brew - this is where I can truly taste the profiles of the beans. Very smooth with flavor profile of currents and cherry. Until the next review... read more
2 months ago
Ebony and Ivory Coffee is a cafe located in Downtown Tacoma. There are three locations; Lacey, Tacoma, and Federal Way. This was our first time visiting one of their cafes. They have a monthly rotating menu of four limited drinks for their drink flights. For the month of February the four drinks were: - Lots of Love Lotus -- pink lotus with rose and lavender syrup, topped with lavender cold foam. - Eternal Flame Latte -- espresso with sweet heat syrup and brown sugar cinnamon, finished with a honey and red sugar rim. - Sweetheart Sip Matcha -- iced matcha with cherry and almond syrup, topped with a maraschino cherry. - Perfect Pair Latte -- espresso with dark chocolate, white chocolate, and strawberry, topped with whipped cream and strawberry drizzle. The drinks were all great. In addition to the drink flight, we ordered a chocolate vegan muffin and a Danish to snack on. The space is wonderful. It is a fairly large space that could be used to study, work, or even socialize in. The service is also excellent. The staff are friendly and delivered our drink flight right to us! read more
3 months ago
With monthly coffee flights, this is such a fun place to meet the girls and try new drinks. It is kinda spendy though at $18 per flight. The Tacoma location is so pretty! With high vaulted ceilings and floor to ceiling windows with offerings of wine too as well as a view of the mountain. The Federal Way location is pretty small with minimal seating. The Lacey location has a tight knit barista fam with a great sense of community and used to host markets in the HUB. read more
This coffee shop is a hidden gem, tucked away inside an office building. It took some time to find it, but once I did, I was amazed by the spacious interior. The counter is a cool, inviting space, and the friendly servers and baristas make you feel right at home. They offer a unique selection of coffee types, and the menu changes regularly. I decided to try a Kahlua & Cream, as suggested by the server. It was a delightful experience, with a perfect balance of creaminess and sweetness. read more
9 months ago
I don't know if I can fully describe to you how beautiful and spacious this spot is. It's such a lively space filled with people hanging out, working, relaxing, etc. I can tell you right now if I lived in Tacoma this is definitely the place you'd find me at the most often. I spent about fours hours here and in that time I tried one of the Valentines Day specials, the Pretty In Pink Matcha (banana matcha with strawberry cold foam) and it was a 7/10. Visually very pretty, taste wise it was average, I couldn't really taste the banana and the cold foam disappeared quickly. An hour or so later I tried their Dirty Dianna (vanilla chai, oat milk and white coffee) this one was an easy 9/10. It was one of the drinks that I saw mentioned the most when I was checking out their reviews and I'm so happy I got it. It was all the best parts of having an oatmeal cookie in a latte. Food wise unfortunately I came a bit later in the day so there wasn't as much to choose from but was recommend the Marionberry Danish. To say it was it was delectable would be an understatement. The bread was buttery and flaky, the berries had just the right amount of tang and it all danced beautifully with the cream cheese. Man Washington really does have some of THE best coffee shops and this place is definetly one of them. I can't wait to come back the next time I'm in town!! read more
This place is popular and for good reason. Really delicious coffee with a great atmosphere. This location is in the lobby of an office building in downtown Tacoma. It's got a ton of tables, couches, and even some private study areas. WiFi is fast, so it's a great place to sit and get some work done for awhile. Employees were all very friendly and overall vibes were great. I'll be back! read more
Did I visit here because my sister's name is Eboni and her dog's name is Ivory? Yes! Absolutely lol My recent visit to Seattle I saw a coffee shop named Ebony & Ivory near by the place I was staying. I was soo thrilled to visit, mostly because it's my sister and her dog's name. However, I also love a good iced coffee or latté. Now it was a hike to get here and I mean literally a hike. I never realized how the hills in Seattle, more specifically Tacoma, are more of a mountain than a hill. Haha. Needless to say after a few breaks, a few sweats, and thankfully no tears I finally made it. Upon entry I was thrown off a little by the building. I believe it's located inside of a business but I am honestly not sure. It gives more of a hotel lobby type of feel with a coffee shop. The coffee however was amazing. I loved my iced latte and of course had to order the Ebony & Ivory Latte. I also tried a cinnamon roll and it was very sweet and filling. I enjoyed talking to the staff. They were friendly and knowledgeable about the menu and coffee as well. When I visit Tacoma again I'll definitely stop here but next time I'll skip the hike and book an uber. read more
This place is sooooo cute! There is tons of seating options and it is beautiful inside. I tried the coffee flight and really enjoyed it. I also got a almond crossaint that was perfectly flakey and the right amount of sweet and savory. Service was friendly and prompt. This place was pretty busy on a Saturday morning but still lots of open seating available. read more
This is a really pretty place. I came here for a change of scenery to get some work done and this might be my new go to spot. I ordered the Malbec and it was a good wine. I'm usually hesitant about Malbec because it can kind of on the dry side but this hit right in the middle . You can also order coffee here. They have plugs for your laptops and phones but some of the tables don't have them, I guess due to where they're located. But it's a cool place. Quiet enough to take calls and get work done. They also have a meeting room you can reserve. read more
10 months ago
Fun coffee shop! Very spacious and cool interior. It's located inside of the business center but easy to find street parking. We got the regular flight and it was a good idea - but make sure you know that they are not very sweet coffee more just cold brew and regular latte's - so if you want a sweeter version you should order the special that they offer. Vast menu which was fun!! The vanilla latte was good and so was the almond croissant. The bagel was very mid/normal. Overall, good experience and space to be in. read more
10 months ago
I come here to work remotely every so often. It's a great work environment with lots of seating and the ambiance is so cute. Everyone is friendly and the coffee is delicious. read more
2 years ago
Tucked gracefully into the Financial Center is a modern equal parts cafe, lounge, and sanctuary. From the moment you step inside, you're enveloped in an atmosphere that blends contemporary design with lush elegance. The space is nothing short of stunning, curated with a keen eye for detail and ambiance. By day, it's a haven for coffee lovers. But as the sun goes down it transforms into an intimate venue, serving a refined selection of wines, cocktails, and beers. They offer light bites like artisanal sandwiches. What truly elevated the experience, is the live pianist. This venue is a great location for private events. Whether you're seeking a quiet moment, a casual meeting, or a chic night out, this venue delivers. read more
This place is good. I had the coffee flight today and my daughter had the strawberry matcha. Beautiful ambience. The parking can be tricky but today was Sunday so free parking and not many people vs going on a work day. They have a vault which is fun and I know you can rent this place out too which is cool. They don't have a lot of food options and the cashier person gave me the schpeel about bussing your own serveware. I get it. There's only two of them for such a large space. Overall, good spot to go if you want to try something more unique and different and cool for meetings. Different lounge areas to be at. The WiFi can be tricky but it's manageable. read more
8 months ago
I came here on 2 different days during Valentine's Day weekend. We tried a Valentine's Day latte (6/10) it was fine. happy cheeks (4/10) it literally tastes like milk with sugar. Coffee flight (6/10) it was fine, I only liked 2 out of 4 which was the macchiato and the latte. cappuccino was 2/10. One thing we loved that made us come back was the marionberry cheese danish. It was so good 10000/10 The girls were super nice and friendly! The vibe was good. read more
Food It was a Yelp Elite function. Charcuterie - pretty nice they had variety of yummy stuff. If you like wine like I do... go for the Dissident Carbernet Sauvignon. Service The staff are professional. .Met the owners great young entrepreneur, we talked for about 5 minutes . In case the owners read this and you wish to expand outside WA and need a Region Managet I could be your guy. I work at JBLM and I was with my daughter. I'll email you later with my resume. I can see the owner becoming wealthy, they have a great concept and I hope they will expand to Cali all the way to NY. The company name is very catchy and professional, love to work for them once they start to expand outside WA. Ambience Great place, with a 20 foot bar, too bad I forgot to take a picture. Space is very adequate, great for group parties. Also, we had a little hard time that there weren't any signs with the company name. It is very easy to miss it. I hope that they will be able to get a sign so it can be visible to the public. read more
2 years ago
Location: If I could give 1/2 a star less, I would. Not because of the establishment, food, drinks or service but because there were no signs saying where this place actually was! Come to find out, the landlord doesn't allow signage! How restrictive is that for a street-level tenant to not be able to have signs in the windows or above the door! I was astounded to learn this. Ambiance: I loved the piano music played on the piano by one of the owners of Ebony & Ivory. They played beautifully. Loved that! I found out that customers stop in and play also! The space has meeting and conference rooms and "The Vault" presents some interesting settings for a very private meeting. Food: The charcuterie was spectacular. It's one of the things they do and it was huge! Tasted good. I love finger foods and they had the typical cheese, meats, fruit. Everything I would want in one of these. It was fabulous. The owners and staff were amazing, curious and receptive to feedback. I really liked that. I enjoyed the quality of the food, drinks and ambiance here as well as the opportunities they present. Definitely check them out! The next time I am in downtown Tacoma, I will be definitely stopping in for a coffee next time! read more
Nice Coffee shop in a pretty space. Barista was nice as well. Did not love that there are not prices listed anywhere. I got the witched cauldron matcha and honestly hated it. But maybe they have great other drinks, I should have just gotten a normal matcha. Yea I would come back read more
11 months ago
It was an amazing experience! We tried their coffee flight called Stairway to Heaven, and our favorites were the latte and macchiato -- surprisingly, because I usually avoid macchiatos since most coffee shops make them too sweet. The ambiance is great and very comfortable. I'd definitely come back just to read and enjoy my coffee. The staff are friendly, and the place is clean and well-organized. Highly recommend! read more
1 year ago
I'm absolutely in love with this place. Gorgeous aesthetic AND amazing drinks? I'm in!! The staff is always so sweet too and they're so patient with me when I'm ordering (I'm not a coffee aficionado by any means). Right now I'm super into their lavender matcha. I def recommend this spot and there is usually a lot of space to sit on either the couches or the tables as well. Easy parking is a huge plus too! read more
Amazing ambiance with a very cool and spacious interior. There are plenty of areas to study, relax, or chat with friends, which makes it a versatile spot to spend time. They also offer a wine and alcoholic beverage menu, although I do wish the prices were listed more transparently since it feels a bit odd that they are not revealed upfront. Service has always been kind and accommodating. One time I asked for cream on the side but received it mixed in, and they immediately remade my drink without hesitation. Overall, the coffee is solid and the location itself makes it a wonderful place to visit. read more
1 year ago
Best consistency in local espresso joints! This means 2 things - good training/mgmt and great staff who care. Today I had a 12 oz. Latte, but decaf. Get this: many places dont source good decaf, or train the team that decaf has a SHORTER PULL, or different pull. Today's decaf was the best decaf I've tasted in months and months of coffee experiences from the East to West coasts, Midwest (well generally,they almost can't make great coffee wirh poor beans, not great roasteries, and well not great training), but Ebony &Ivory, Tacoma really, "blasted it outa the park," today!. read more
=== Perfect coffee, amazing views, peaceful but modern vibe, friendly baristas === I didn't want to come here at first because the high ceilings and overall photos from Yelp made it look a little too high class / stuffy, and I was looking for cozy spot for northwest coffee. I couldn't have been more wrong. Don't be put off by the gigantic video display, or the high ceilings, or the nice decor - the people make it friendly and it feels nicely spread out rather than intimidating. + Best iced caramel macchiato I've ever had in my life so far. + Original (non caramel) macchiato tasted legit. Strong, no brightness. Tasty. + Super friendly baristas. Took the time to explain things to me ans my kids. + Very zen like interior. Relaxing, open, filled with light. + Great views while you sip your perfectly made drink. One of the best places we've had coffee this entire trip. read more
7 months ago
Came to Tacoma for the first time and stopped by this super cute and spacious coffee shop! I came for the coffee flight but got a lavender latte with lavender petals instead it was sooo good and i definitely need to make a trip back to try to coffe flight. They have a lot of places to sit and hang out with friends. read more
Great coffee. We had fun enjoying the coffee lovers flight, which was a good balance of sweet, bitter, and all around caffeine. The atmosphere inside was great too, nice place to study. Staff was friendly and helpful. I asked about the bread and butter like the sign at the counter recommended, was not disappointed! read more
9 months ago
2 years ago
To be one of the most elegant looking places to get a coffee and a nosh in Tacoma anywhere, because this place has beautiful high ceilings, an amazing floor to ceiling screen sceen and lovely separated spaces so that you and your co-workers can have an informal meeting space. The serve both coffee and alcohol, so you can wake up in the morning and relax in the afternoon. This place has everything but one thing- a sign on the outside. My gps took me to the building and it said I had arrived, but I had no idea where they were located. After walking back and forth up the street, looking through windows, I finally got to the corner and saw the lobby. Suddenly I remembered I had been to this cafe before. This is the one with no sign. How do you not have a sign? I literally walked back and forth on that sidewalk for 10 minutes looking for this place. Yikes! read more
2 years ago
Awesome coffee shop right in downtown Tacoma! Staying at the Hotel Murano and it's literally diagonal from the hotel so stopped here twice during a weekend stay! Drinks: Coffee flight was so yummy! We got iced coffees to-go another morning and they were delicious. They make some really good coffee here. The flavor is not bitter at all! They know what they are doing when it comes to brewing coffee. Food: Cinnamon roll nice and gooey. Everything bagel was good and so was the cream cheese. Service was great! I by accident broke a glass on the coffee flight and the barista was so kind about it. The second time I came in, he remembered me which is also very kind. They were also working really hard to keep up with a long line of customers. Tons of seating with a variety of long tables, little groups of comfortable chairs, couches and plenty of high tops and regular tables. High ceilings and a great vibe read more
2 years ago
Attended a Yelp event tonight. Got a great opportunity to meet the owners and have a conversation and learn about the story of Eboni and Ivory Coffee. When I didn't know, they have two other locations in Lacy and Federal Way. I'm going to look forward to visiting the other location when I'm in the area. The vibe at the Tacoma location is 100%. And it's just so cool looking. I really enjoyed how the sections are divided by curtains - giving the illusion of privacy but does not disconnect you from them larger space. read more
6 months ago
This is a great place to stop and get coffee! Extra bonus points if you have a meeting or want to get some work done! I first went to Ebony & Ivory in Federal Way, but alas, it's a bit far out of my stomping ground so I don't go there as much as I'd like. This location is much closer to my usual so I'm looking forward to getting it into my coffee rotation! They have a great selection of coffee syrups, etc. so they can make you basically anything you want! The signature menu is small but has fantastic items. This location also has a liquor license for added fun. The building was a bank back in the day, and they've turned the vault into a meeting room which is just delightful! And popular...I wanted to sit in there Beautiful, open area that invites you to sit and stay for awhile. On the second floor there's a piano and it'd be the perfect area for evening events! The baristas are friendly and fast and know how to pull espresso - get yourself in here! read more
5 months ago
This place is awesome! Very nice aesthetic and a great place for groups of just about any size to meet. I came here for morning coffee and got the Dirty Diana. I can easily say that this was the best dirty chai I've ever had! The prices are a little steep, but for how great the drinks are, I think it's worth it. I'll be back for sure! read more
1 year ago
1 year ago
Tacoma, you slippery legend. Hiding Ebony and Ivory Coffee like it's some kind of caffeine speakeasy? Rude. People told me to check it out, and I figured, fine, I'll go sip another average latte and fake a polite nod. But the second I walked in, I knew I was in trouble. Their website said "A Café That Hits All the Right Notes," and I was fully prepared to roast them with a music pun so bad it'd get me banned from Yelp. Instead? I shut up and sat down. The under-counter espresso machines gave me the first hint this place doesn't play. Then I saw the shot pull: crema so smooth I considered writing it a love letter. The milk pour? Indecently good. Honestly, it felt like the barista whispered sweet nothings to the steam wand before the pour. The space? Not your usual cramped hipster nook full of ficus plants and passive-aggressive "no Wi-Fi" signs. It's clean, airy, and elegant; like the Apple Store decided to learn what good coffee is. And they actually planned for humans with laptops. Floor outlets everywhere. I didn't have to fight Edna for the only working plug like it was the last charger at Sea-Tac. Five stars. Full send. If you need me, I'll be over here pretending I'm productive while drinking my personality in a cup. read more
3 years ago
I didn't realize I didn't take any photos of the coffee until now I have to post it. So here are some photos of the environment and the coffee as a prop! Haha Anyways, when we first walked in, we were amazed by the shelf design that filled with all types of alcohol. It's very artistic. The baristas were so sweet, they just let us take all the photos, and even move out of the way for us to get a good shot. They even told us to tag them and excited to see our photos. I got kiss from a rose, it was a latte with lavender and rose. My favorite type of latte. I could definitely taste the floral taste. You must definitely try it. It's a little too sweet for my liking but overall I enjoyed it. read more
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