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    Grit City Breakfast

    3.5 (169 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 1:00 pm

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    GRIT CITY BREAKFAST ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
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    Casual
    Good for kids

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    The Attack of the Meats Burrito
    Jesica V.

    "That is so delectably delicious. That's incredible." The breakfast burrito my son has dreamed about. They say their burritos are "almost famous" but they really deserve full-blown fame. The Attack of the Meats burrito not only has sausage, ham, eggs, cheese and hash browns but it also has Grit City's own burrito sauce. I don't know what's in it but it warranted an OMG. Located in the same storefront as The Tacoma Comedy Club, Grit City Breakfast has an airy, spacious vibe, southern exposure for plenty of sunlight on a sunny morning and upbeat music. A really great place to start the day and good service too.

    Livin La Vida Burrito - I'd recommend!
    Moani H.

    Honestly this burrito was delicious! I'd very much go again. i got the livin la vida burrito and it was so good! quite large -- i only could eat half ambiance is a diner/pancake house feel, low key so i loved it lol. parking it street parking but there's usually a lot in this area. service was great it was a little long for just me and the other couple that were in there but hey who knows maybe they had a lot of online orders. i wasn't mad

    Lil B.

    Hmmmm. Grit city cafe and no grits on the menu. I learned the name is a nickname for Tacoma but still... I was looking for some grits. First let me say - I'd come back again. Second, the gravy was a bit too lukewarm, even for my liking, but it was tasty. I added a bit more pepper to mine. I had SMOTHERED COMFORT - as a bowl instead of burrito. Contains EGGS - HASH ROUNDS - BACON - SAUSAGE - CHEDDAR CHEESE - GREEN ONIONS - BACON GRAVY. I asked for no green onions - sadly they still came topped with onions. Oh well. But the dish was what I would expect. Bacon was crispy and the gravy was tasty. The place gets a bonus for having tapatío on the table. Coffee was hot and good. I couldn't help but notice the gorgeous bloody Mary's and I was envious. If we didn't have someplace to be i maybe would have had to try some of their cocktails. Also ordered half size biscuits and gravy, side of potatoes and 4 slices of bacon. Feedback was also lukewarm gravy and potatoes. It would have been 5 stars if the food was hot. Service was pretty fast, the dining area loomed clean and the servers were very nice. Thanks Breanna for the service! Parking was available right outside on the street.

    Smoke salmon and Lox bagel- amazing!
    Olystacy B.

    Outstanding breakfast choice! Expansive menu with so many delicious options . My husband and I LOVED this place. Excellent quality ingredients, fast service, decent prices for the portions, clean restaurant, easy parking. What's not to love?? We will be back!!!

    Angi C.

    Not sure if anyone has noticed, but there is a major shortage of breakfast burritos that are available before 10am in Tacoma! I was really wanting a breakfast burrito at 7:30am so I looked at Door Dash. Grit City Breakfast was listed and open!! I ordered two avocado bacon breakfast for my husband and myself. The burrito was fantastic!! Highly recommend Grit City for a fantastic breakfast burrito.

    Bagel with cream cheese and I asked for no onions. What do you see?
    Debra T.

    I ordered online through Uber when I called Uber to let them know that part of my delivery wasn't received they Said to call the restaurant. When I called the restaurant they basically told me too bad so sad you're out of money. Good luck worst customer service ever. When I opened up the box, he discovered that even though I had asked him for no onions, it's smothered in onions, please see photo below

    Great menu
    Rene D.

    Not busy yet Sat morn. Their food is pretty tasty. It's just away from the 6th Ave hub. I don't think anyone has discovered it yet!! The prices are great here along with the food. Although I was talking to the waitress and they do not serve chicken n waffles on the wknds. So sad. It takes too long she said. I believe her. Coffee and iced tea are strong and good! Just across from Gray Lumber. We have been to the Comedy Club downtown but not here yet. Soon. In now on Labor-day Monday. Parking is great.. right up front! Today the darn waffle maker is BROKE....???!!! Damn I don't think I'm ever gonna get chicken n waffles. The chicken is fingers but I was willing to try it today.. nope. So havin the grit city breaky , bf chicken fried steak again and a cinnamon roll to share first!! They are huge and yummy.

    Rabbit plus sausage
    Mary Kay H.

    Got take out burritos. They were ready quick, 15 min. NOTE!! If you order online it is the 6th Ave location!! This is their new location, NOT downtown! Rabbit + sausage and Smothered Comfort. Rabbit tastes just like I make at home, good, but nothing that sets it apart from anywhere else. Hubs liked the gravy in his. About $11 for each.

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    The food is not good. Salty bacon, bad tasting potatoes, Texas toast? Just toast. Not a good restaurant.

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    We had smoked salmon avocado toast and the breakfast burrito both excellent ! Service was friendly and the food came out quick

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    Yummy! It was a great spot to go with my family and friends ! The service was also very nice :)

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    Super friendly service, great drinks, and a great food menu with reasonable prices. Their breakfast burritos are delicious!

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    Delicious burritos and drinks. Service was a little slow, but the staff were incredibly friendly. Overall a good experience.

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    Ask the Community - Grit City Breakfast

    Are there any grits on the menu?

    Nope. Just creatively stuffed breakfast burritos and burrito bowls sans grits.… Read more

    Do they have bottomless mimosas on the week?

    Hi Jillian, we have bottomless mimosas everyday of the week!

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    Dirty Oscar's Annex - Chicken and waffles

    Dirty Oscar's Annex

    4.0(1.7k reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$

    The atmosphere is kind of dive bar, but with really great food and cocktails. The tots, which are…read moremore of a croquette, are always amazing. We've also enjoyed the brussells sprouts. On our most recent visit we tried the nachos, and they were honestly the best nachos I've ever had. The cheese sauce is amazing- not some gross canned stuff. The chicken is perfectly seasoned, and the ingredients are layered throughout so you're not stuck with a bunch of plain chips. It feels silly to be gushing about nachos, but they are next level. It's not cheap, but well worth it!

    Dirty Oscar's Annex - Disappointing Experience on 6th Ave…read more We came in as a group of seven, and unfortunately the experience went downhill quickly. First, the service was poor and disorganized. One of my friends arrived early and ordered her drink, but it didn't arrive until after I had already received mine -- even after she asked twice. We also had to wait far too long for basic things like napkins and forks because we weren't given enough for everyone. The most frustrating part, however, was the automatic gratuity. At no point were we informed -- verbally or on the menu -- that parties of 6 or more are charged an automatic 20% gratuity. We only discovered it by carefully reviewing our checks. And to make matters worse, the so-called "20%" was not actually 20%. It came out to 24.1%. When we questioned it, the person who said she was the manager claimed "the computer does it automatically." We are a table full of teachers -- and the math was definitely not mathing. We understand and respect gratuity for large parties, especially when the service is great or when it's clearly communicated. But charging more than the stated percentage crosses from poor service into a billing integrity issue. To add to the frustration, there is also a credit card processing fee, which again was not clearly disclosed on the menu and only appeared at the bottom of the receipt. This absolutely should be visibly posted before ordering. They did offer to refund some of the charges, but we declined because it would have taken additional time and we had an event to get to -- and more importantly, it doesn't resolve the core issue of lack of transparency. She also gave each of us a $10 gift card, but again, that doesn't resolve the issue. And honestly, what good is a gift card if we don't plan on returning because of such an awful experience? Overall, this was a very disappointing visit, and not one we would recommend based on service and transparency alone.

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    2 Egg Breakfast w/ extra side of meat

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    1022 South J

    1022 South J

    4.9(19 reviews)
    1.8 mi

    So how does a place go from 1 star to 5? 1. Customer service…read more2. Acceptance of feedback 3. Excellent food 4. Wide variety of drinks alcoholic and non-alcoholic! So let me explain! My last review was honest but a 1star- now they could have ignored it, denied it or even got rude about it- after all others have (see aspen house) But no, they reached out and asked to open up dialogue- they asked what could be done and they APOLOGIZED- ownership and accountability! The communication was on point and the definitely made good on everything! So we set out to give it another go- and seriously- I may have a new place to hang out! As a non drinker your average joint has water juice or soda- not here The selection of non alcoholic beers and the DELICIOUS MOCKTAILS!!!! A place that doesn't get upset when you order a fancy non alcoholic drink- and you get the feel of being a part of it all not just sippin a soda! Loooved ! Personally hooked on the sweet n tangy- (Sweet & Tangy DHOS Orange, lemon & lime juice, simple, & raspberry puree ) ---delicious! My partner tried a couple non alcoholic beers he didn't even know existed- excellent variety to make everyone feel a part of the crowd!! And if you love a good drink?? They only carry high end liquor and make their drinks definitely top notch! The kind of place that values quality!!! While keeping the prices competitive and honest! Now the food- BRIE- ohhhh the Brie dishes!!! Not many places create food art- creative delicious classic combos with a unique twist! Absolutely the place to check out and try a new dish! Unique items that I'm dying to go back for!!! One definitely to try-- "Apple Brie Grilled Cheese Apple chutney with caramelized onions, granny smith apple slices, brie & cheddar cheese, melted between parmesan crusted 3 Hearts Bread" yummmmmmm The best part though- the people- friendly outgoing crew that you can tell genuinely care about each other and also care about making sure that the people stopping by have a wonderful experience!!! If you're in the area or live near there- check them out- definitely the kinda place to stop in on the regular and make it a thing!!!! Can be smidge hard to find due to construction that should end soon but worth the hunt!!! A total Gem!! Good quality food, excellent service, and a 10/10 place to stop in! You won't regret supporting this small local women owned business!

    Visited this place recently on a sunny evening. There were a few table out front for dining, but…read morewe chose to sit inside because the seating area was shadowed with no sun and a construction site next door. Inside there are several tables and bar seating. The AC was on blast We were instantly greeted and sat. Our waitress was very sweet and helped with suggestions on cocktails. They have a good cocktail menu of fancy craft drinks. Prices are $14 each. We opted for a Bourbon Sweet Tea and the lavender drink. We enjoyed both. Food menu is rather small. We opted to share an appetizer of Dirty Martini Dip, which was tasty. We saw a waitress walk out with a Salmon Salad that looked delicious. We would possibly return in the future.

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    Three Hearts - Hilltop Dutch Baby

    Three Hearts

    4.5(106 reviews)
    1.7 mi
    $$

    We really enjoyed the opportunity to have some very good and somewhat unique food for breakfast…read morethis morning at Three Hearts. I will address two concerns I had first and then get to the good stuff. My only marks on negative side of the ledger may only apply to a few folks. The on street parking on MLK Way can be tough to find and there is lots of local traffic including Sound Transit street train. We got very lucky and found two spots just three businesses down. My second concern is the metal chairs used for dining are not a good fit for my 3x body, and can be uncomfortable rather quickly. Most regular folks will have no problems. All of the menu items which is why you come to Three Hearts were absolutely fabulous. We enjoyed some pastries, muffins, croissants and coffee before getting to our breakfast choices. The breakfast sandwiches, savory Dutch baby, quiche all received high marks. The service was friendly and quick even though they were busy and cook things fresh when you order. Check out their menu for the unique combinations of ingredients and variety of dishes. This is a place you really need to put on your bucket list!

    Food is sold a la carte, so be prepared to buy a side. French fries are big enough that 2 people…read morecan share 1 order. I wouldn't order the fries again as they were just ok. I tried the savory egg sandwich which was good. I wish it had mire garlic aioli and pickled onions to give it a bolder flavor. The cruffins were my favorite! They're $6 each and I preferred the lemon curd one over the matcha one. I would buy this again in a heartbeat. Street parking can be challenging, so be prepared to walk a little.

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    Cooks Tavern - Shift Meal with Chicken

    Cooks Tavern

    4.0(646 reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $$

    My family has driven past Cooks Tavern so many times and each time I've made a matter of factly…read moreremark that we should try it in the near future. After what I believe to have been 2 years of saying that, that day has finally come. First, parking near the restaurant was limited, however finding parking in the residential area was fine. We found parking about 2 minutes away from the restaurant. As we came with my best friend, who, by the way, was the reason why I finally stepped foot here, wait time wasn't long as she came about 5 minutes earlier than I. We came for brunch and it was busy but the wait was not bad at all. The both of us ordered the same items on the menu from both the drinks, the main and dessert - a sangria, Shakshuka with lamb, and beignets. We also brought our daughters with us. They ordered a cheeseburger with a side of caesar salad and a mac n cheese dish from the kids menu. Our orders were delicious, although I was expecting the shakshuka dish to be heftier. For the price - $17. xx with an additional $4 to add lamb - it was a little disappointing, to be honest, especially since it was lacking in the lamb department. I was still hungry but thankfully I had my 4 year old's leftover cheeseburger and salad to fill me right up. As for the beignets, it was good. I don't have anything to compare it to since I don't know what an actual beignet tastes like. Would I return? Sure.

    Seek and you shall find. A Sunday late breakfast. Finding a place to eat breakfast in the…read moreafternoon can be a daunting task. Some want lunch what can one do. Go to Cooks really seriously head on down the place is fantastic. The booths are private and big. Providing a great place to join and eat. Music in the background jazzy at the perfect volume. Walked in waitress greeted us asking us if we were going to eat breakfast, close to cutoff time. We replied yes as we browsed menu selection made order placed. How kind to tell us. Food wonderful selection diverse and simple with something for everyone including kid menu. I chose between two breakfast selections going with my gut of course. The foragers omelette with biscuits. Not disappointed at all cleaned my plate. Everything was hot, nice good spices great flavor. Potatoes were nice with fruit and biscuit to accompany. Burgers were ordered with the clean up on aisle 12 as well. No one talked at first sure indication as we shared our finds. Wow we ate it all and all I have is a smile and one photo.

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    E9 Firehouse  - Foods

    E9 Firehouse

    3.7(632 reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$

    I went to this restaurant in Tacoma over the weekend. I had actually passed by many times…read morebefore--the eye-catching signage and overall atmosphere always drew me in. Finally got a chance to try it at noon today, and it was a great experience! Environment: The overall vibe is very American. There were TVs on the walls constantly playing various ball games, like today's playoff game between the Thunder and the Lakers. It was pretty busy on the weekend, especially the outdoor seating area, which was almost full. The building is an old structure dating back to the 1900s. Though it shows its age, it's very clean both inside and out--you can tell the owner really cares. Service: Our waitress was very, very friendly and professional. She gave us great recommendations, always served with a smile, checked in on us during the meal, and refilled our water. Very satisfied! Taste: Pizza: There's a funny little story: supposedly, Marco Polo went to China and saw pies, but didn't know how to wrap the filling inside, so he just put it on top--and thus the pizza was born. Personally, I think this is a myth, or many people have started fantasizing about Marco Polo because they think he was too great. But according to various unearthed historical records in China, Marco Polo never actually went to China. In fact, around 2010, more than 20 scholars organized an event called "Retracing Marco Polo's Route." After completing the journey and comparing it to what Marco Polo himself recorded, most of them concluded that he probably never made it to China. Sorry, I have a strong urge to share--went off on a long tangent about Marco Polo. But the pizza was really delicious. It should be truly fire‑baked, not oven‑baked. The sauce was well‑balanced, and the toppings were generous and fresh. My wife and I ate more than half of it! Salad: The dressing and cheese were very generously applied, and the greens were fresh. Chicken wings: They had a pleasant sweet‑savory taste, just right. Unlike most American restaurants where they're too salty or too sweet, these were perfectly balanced. All the dipping sauces were good. Overall, highly recommended!

    What a great service! Ambiance is great! Love the historic…read morebrick wall and ladder on the ceiling hanging. Ppl there are enjoying themselves playing cards. Good was good too. Price was reasonable. Sting was great too. I love the humor for the menu names. I would come back!!!!

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    Wooden City Tacoma - Half Caesar salad

    Wooden City Tacoma

    4.6(758 reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$$

    Wooden City has always been one of my favorite spots, and I finally got to share their newer…read morelocation with my parents for a late Mother's Day dinner. It absolutely did not disappoint. The restaurant was already busy right when they opened, so I definitely recommend making reservations in advance. Even with how packed it was, the service was warm, attentive, and everything came out beautifully paced. The food was incredible across the board. The chicken schnitzel is always my go-to and my mom completely understood the hype; crispy, flavorful, and perfectly balanced with the slaw and rice. The scallops were packed with flavor and cooked perfectly, and the burrata bread pudding appetizer was such a standout that the whole table was talking about it. We also tried the tapioca dessert (not pictured) and I already know I'll be ordering it again next time. One of those places that manages to feel lively and trendy while still being comfortable and welcoming. Great food, great atmosphere, and consistently one of my favorite dinner spots in the city.

    We found this place when they were located on Pacific Avenue last year. The food has always been…read moregood and the service is exemplary! They have relocated onto Broadway now to a larger location. There was a line to get in! Perhaps 30 to 40 were waiting when we arrived. Reservation are HIGHLY recommended. At 5 the doors opened and the hostess with the help of other staff got everybody in and seated in a quick and timely manner. The food was excellent! Sam our server made sure we had everything to enjoy our experience at their establishment. Crafted cocktails a Hugo Spritz & a paperplane were perfectly mixed. Finally for dinner we both had a chicken sandwich plus crispy fries to complete a memorable experience! Yes we will def be back! Thanks for ALWAYS making our dining experience a great one!

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