First time here, traveling from CA. Service was great, food was so good! Just what we needed from a 20hr road trip! Will definitely be back! TY Elmer's! read more

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After so many years, we still consider a tradition to come for some good Elmers brunch. Its a true local staple. Plenty of parking available. Accessible right off the freeway. Handicap friendly. The staff is always super friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable about the menu. I have a few allergies and they always either accommodate or recommend dishes. Including vegan/vegetarian friendly (yup thats right) Their coffee is a sip of comfort and home. Its always hot and never bitter. Their food is vast way better than other diners in the area. The prices are also solid. I had their chorizo Benedict with avocado and fruit on the side. I thought I wouldn't finish it but I couldn't stop eating haha I was stuffed at the end. The ambience is very country. The fireplaces were on and I love that their music is never loud so it helps to have the conversation going. I totally recommend you stop by for brunch, lunch or dinner one day. You wont regret it. read more

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We had a wonderful breakfast experience at Elmer's Restaurant. We were driving through Tacoma in the rain on our way to look at some properties and were planning to stop at a nearby IHOP or Denny's, but then we spotted Elmer's and decided to give it a try--best decision. The menu was impressive. I had a German pancake with lingonberries (a mix similar to cranberry and raspberry), and it was absolutely delicious. I also ordered the potato pancakes, which were excellent. Ray had the avocado Benedict and said his eggs Benedict was great. The coffee was good and kept coming. The atmosphere was especially nice--fireplaces inside made it feel cozy and welcoming, which was perfect on a rainy day. Our waiter was amazing, very friendly, and attentive throughout our meal. If we lived nearby, this would definitely be a place we'd visit often. A great breakfast spot with comfort, quality food, and a warm atmosphere. ps love your coffee mugs read more

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Cleanliness food and service are beyond reproach. Nice selection of menu reasonable pricing. It a place I return to often

On our drive to Portland we stopped at Elmers in Tacoma for dinner. The service was very friendly. We got Shrimp & chips, a bowl of Ivars Clam Chowder, and Farmers Omelet. The Clam Chowder was okay, the Shrimp & chips and Farmers Omelet were very good. read more

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If you love breakfast like I do, this place is da bomb! They have your basics AND more! I went based on reviews and a desire to try something different. We arrived on a Saturday after 10am and there was a wait. The parking lot was full and the lobby was full, so it's known as a yummy spot! The wait time for 2 people was 5-10 minutes, no big deal. Hadn't had a German Pancake here in the USA, and it was glorious!! Reminded me of Germany! Service was great: personality + speed= 5-stars! The German Pancake came with choices, and I ordered the bacon and eggs. It was delicious!! Hubby ordered a bowl (can't recall the name) and he loved it! The ambience is low-key, similar to Dennys, but I loved the local-photography: Stadium High, Tacoma Dome, Mt.Rainier, and Tacoma Narrows Bridge to name a few. When we left, the lobby was still full! This place is great!! read more

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Food was great, came out quick, the atmosphere was great, and the service was great too! 10/10 all around, great place to eat! would highly recommend to anyone with a big appetite read more

I visited Elmer's Restaurant today and unfortunately had a very disappointing experience. From the moment we were seated, our waitress had a noticeably rude attitude. When it came time to order, the interaction became even more frustrating. My daughter asked for mac and cheese, and instead of kindly explaining why it wasn't available, the waitress responded with attitude and didn't clearly communicate the reason. We even said we were willing to pay for it regardless, but she still handled the situation poorly. What made things worse was how the situation was handled afterward. We asked to speak with a manager, hoping for some understanding or resolution, but instead, he immediately took the waitress's side without really listening to our concerns or addressing the issue. Toward the end, we felt so uncomfortable and unheard that we decided to leave and go eat somewhere else, which was very disappointing. Overall, the lack of basic customer service and unwillingness to resolve a simple concern made this a negative experience. I hope management takes feedback like this seriously and works on improving how customers are treated. read more

The waiter who assisted us today was extremely rude and disrespectful. We've been here multiple times before and have never experienced this kind of treatment, which made it especially disappointing. The service we received today was unprofessional and unacceptable. When I asked to speak with the manager, Bill, I did not feel that my concerns were taken seriously. Instead of addressing the issue appropriately, it felt like the situation was dismissed and the waiter was being defended. Based on this experience, we will not be returning. This level of service does not reflect well on the establishment. read more

I came here for the first time when charging the Tesla. The manager and staff were so friendly and gace me a welcoming letter when I left. I returned and had excellent service with Ciara and the "Touch of Sun" Omlett was delicious! Highly recommend this place read more

The service was outstanding! Our waitress came right up to the table and asked for our drink order brought it right back and gave us time to read the menu. Food came fast and the portion were large! The experience was great and atmosphere fantastic. Highly recommend. read more

Very nice. Potato pancakes - were great. The bacon is legit and the meal was made perfectly. Appreciate the good service and hospitality! read more

Elmer's Restaurant - Potato pancakes with bacon and eggs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

First, we came here because our favorite German pancake place in Tukwila sold. Coming here to try the German pancake. ( A Dutch baby IS NOT a German ) It was as close as you could get to theirs. Happy about that. I would like to have more butter for it coming out from the kitchen and a bit more powdered sugar. The very hard butter trying to spread it on the German pancake was difficult. Maybe some whipped butter, so it will spread. The other thing I have always like on that type of pancake is a fruit syrup, maple syrup I don't feel taste as good on the style of pancake was disappointed to not have that as a choice. My son had chicken fried steak he said the breading was good and seasoned well, that the gravy had good flavor. The sausage and biscuits was good. The biscuits were soft and fluffy. Had fruit as well the banana didn't hold out of the peel. I understand it's not quite fruit season yet. The staff was all very friendly. Our waitress was pleasant and efficient. We came in the back door didn't realize that. There's no signs outside that door telling you it's the bar entrance or an arrow directing you to the entrance if you happen to park on that side. Just an observation. All that being said. Everything was good and although we live 25-30 minutes drive we Will be back. Thank you. Be blessed. A happy customer. Tina read more

No issues here. Good food, service, prices, and experience. A lot like a Dennys. Food is a little better. No problem coming back for a visit. See our youtube channel Coolest Life. read more

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You want to talk about good service, one of the nicest waitress I ever had. Highly recommend this place just off service alone, Michele was amazing. Food was fresh and delicious. Tried the German pancake, talk about good stuff. If I'm in the area, I will be coming back. read more

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Had an amazing breakfast here. It was our first time and everything was very tasty! The service was friendly and fast, and the restaurant was clean and welcoming. I had the hearty breakfast, which was a ton of food. My wife had the chicken fried steak and I think it may be one of the best we've had. We'll definitely be back the next time we are in the area! read more

Food - huge portions .. compare to ihop,dennys, and black bear and few local spots ... Elmer's is d best. Service - fast and friendly Ambience - is good but can be upgraded:) read more

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Had lunch at Elmer's and the food was amazing. However what really made the experience enjoyable was the great server. Michele was outstanding and whatever they are paying her is not enough. She was fantastic and we will definitely be back. And hope to have Michele again. read more

Elmer's Restaurant - German pancake. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

My friends and boyfriend flew in from Dallas for the Fourth of July weekend. Since they were all staying in Tacoma, they asked what breakfast/brunch spot I recommended that are nearby. I had only been to Elmer's one time beforehand, but still gave the suggestion. We had a group of eight and we were seated pretty quickly given how big our group was on a Saturday late morning. We were split into two booths across from each other with four people in each booth. This is what my boyfriend and I ended up ordering and sharing between the two of us: - German Pancake with Strawberry Combo - Blender Strawberry Lemonade - Dungeness Crab Benedict - Bacon, Ham, & Sauage Bowl We even shared the German Pancake with our other friends at our booth and the other one because it was so MASSIVE. We even get one free refill on the Blender Strawberry Lemonade! Everything was so good, and the service was excellent! My friends were happy we decided to go with this place for breakfast! read more

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We ate here today with a group of 30 people. They put us in the back room. Food came out quickly. We had great service from Corey. I got fruit and scrambled eggs. My other half got country fried steak and liked it. My best friend got the strawberry French toast and said it was really good. read more

Elmer's Restaurant - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

Went for the first time the other night and had a great time. Larry was our waiter and honestly he was awesome. He was so kind and attentive, LOVED THAT! The food was really great too, had so much of it we had to take the rest home. Glad I went and will definitely have to go back and hope to have Larry again! :) read more

I've actually been there twice in the last month. Service was excellent food was quality. I was a little skeptical at first due to the location in Tacoma. Looked a little outdated, however, was as comfortable as it could be. Another plus side is my granddaughter absolutely loves their children stuff. read more

This is 2 steps up from a "greasy spoon" diner. You get good, hot food and you get a lot. They offer breakfast, lunch & dinner. Down home feel with fast friendly service. Come hungry and leave filled to the brim for great prices. read more

My wife and I shared a prime rib au jous sandwich and it was so flimsy and fewer meat for its price of $22+ The fries were soggy and look like frozen and directly fried or microwaved (?). Not value gor money. Service was good. Ambiance is nice. read more

We had breakfast here for the first time. Lots of tempting options on the menu. We went with the German pancakes, regular pancakes and breakfast bowl with northwestern hash browns. All delicious! Our server was super nice and the dining area was really cozy with a fire place. We'll be back! read more

The best reason to eat at any Elmer's Restaurant is the food. (Consistently very good and reasonably priced.). Sometimes, though, it's the people. It was a slow Sunday night, so we had a delightful chat with Shelby, our waitress (along with a BLTA and coleslaw.) What a hoot! And she's not only good at her job, but she seems to be an outstanding and caring mother and friend to boot. Thank you, Shelby. read more

Elmer's Restaurant - Shelby, more than just a waitress. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

Sis has never tried an Elmer's before, so I figured this was the day. We drove all the way up from Olympia to Tukwila to try it since sis was interested in trying the dutch pancake, even though she didn't end up ordering it. I got a classic breakfast with a pancake and it was good. Not great, but just fine. I can't even remember what Sis got. It was that forgettable. The server was very helpful and friendly and we liked the branded mugs that they serve coffee in because they're a solid piece and almost feel folksy. Still, as much as I kvetch about how food in Olympia is just okay, I wish I'd stayed there to get some browned butter pancake at Octapas or the tasty side salad at Bits Cafe. read more

Elmer's Restaurant - The hollandaise is more like cheese sauce, but it's good - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

Another 5 breakfast at Elmer's. Octillia was awesome with welcoming service and very attentive. The food again was excellent, the new menu items breakfast omelet was delicious and the stuffed hash browns was just what you need for breakfast, filling and comforting. This is a great place to have any meal and if you're hungry and traveling up/down I5 through Tacoma WA, stop and grab a great meal. read more

I thoroughly enjoyed my first visit to Elmer's in Tacoma!! The waitress was extremely sweet and attentive. I met the General Manager, Bill and he was very courteous and accommodating. I appreciated this very much. Thank you, Lynnea Hanna read more

Everything! The food, the service and the ambiance! Loved it all! I had the crab omelette and it was delicious! We also took home a German pancake. read more

service was great, they were very busy. served our drinks, then took orders. there was 5 of us meeting there. Ordered breakfast biscuits and gravy, eggs, hashbrowns & bacon. Everything was cooked to order. Hashbrowns golden brown. eggs were cooked over medium and there was no runny whites, ( doesn't happen at many restaurants). omelets were good also. 1st time there and would return read more

Elmer's Restaurant - Biscuits & gravy. Eggs. Hashbrowns. Bacon. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

We love Elmer's and travelled down here for their breakfast. It's always so great and the price is very reasonable. We've been to Elmer's in Palm Springs and Oregon and the Tacoma location is just as good! read more

Delicious food and generous portions. Great service even when very busy. Comfortable and welcoming.

This is a hidden gem here on our side of the highway! It was amazing to find this place because of them serving everything that my Pregnancy craved for breakfast lol. The service is great and I love that. It seems to be an affordable breakfast and brunch place for a large groups, elderly folks, or just people wanting to have good food in a quick reasonable timeframe. I highly recommend this place if you enjoy different breakfast places... Service is great no matter weekend or weekday. read more

Elmer's Restaurant - German pancake - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

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These reviews all talked about how much better it is the brown bear diner, but I did not like my omelette at all. I'm a bit of a foodie so if it's quantity or after fine, but if you want nicely done breakfast, try something else. read more

Great service, great food, and great prices. Large dining area, clean, not noisy, the server was very polite, helpful, patient, and all around a wonderful hostess. I ordered the Roast Turkey with green beans, stuffing, cranberry sauce on the side, salad w/honey mustard dressing and sweet iced tea. I didn't have to wait long and the food was piping hot and delicious. I could not belive my taste buds but everything was seasoned just right. I didn't have to add salt or pepper to the turkey nor the green beans. I was so full, I couldn't order dessert. If you're ever in the Tacoma, Washington area, give this place a try for some home cooked meals. My thanks to the cook and the server for a very pleasant experience. read more

Elmer's Restaurant - Roast Turkey, w/stuffing, gravy, and green beans with a side of Cranberry sauce. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

Pretty solid choice in Tacoma for some good food. Highest quality? No. But great staff and good food as well as consistency in their service. read more

Great food and portions. Service is always decent. Much better than dennys in my opinion.

Breakfast at Elmer's is a solid choice. Compared to your typical diner, Elmer's offers a more unique breakfast menu, with a few standout dishes inspired by German cuisine. It's a refreshing twist on the usual fare. I also appreciate how accommodating they are with special requests--you can ask to remove ingredients without any hassle. The staff is attentive and clearly runs a tight ship. You can tell they've got a great rhythm going. As far as diners go, this one is solid for consistency. read more

Old school diner style food, pretty reasonable prices, and service is fantastic. I always see this place packed and it's for good reason. Had to take one star off for location. This is the worst spot in Tacoma, right on hosmer and I don't eat here often because of that. I think they should get a security guard for their parking lot. Other than that this is fantastic eatery. read more