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La Cà Café

3.8 (57 reviews)
Updated 3 weeks ago

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Casual
Good for groups
Outdoor seating
Happy hour specials

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Beef Pho
Jim M.

The interior was clean and spacious. I ordered the beef pho and was surprised that it was served in a black plastic togo bowl. The broth wasn't hot enough for my liking, especially because it was a cold day. It took about 20 minutes for my order, which was the least of my complaints. Something to consider if you're in a time crunch.

Beef pho & spring rolls
Lauren S.

La Cà Café is the sister restaurant to La Cà Bar in Tacoma, one of my favorite restaurants to frequent. The cafe definitely has a more laid back vibe, which makes sense because it caters more to the college scene with PLU nearby. The bar near 6th Ave is definitely more of a late night party spot, with a full bar upstairs and TouchTunes always blasting. I was in the area and was looking for a spot to work and take a couple of meetings and realized their new location had quietly opened and that I hadn't tried it yet! I went on a weekday around lunch time and there was probably only a handful of people that came and went during my couple hour stay. Serving style is definitely more casual than at their bar location, with the food (even for dine in) being served in to-go packaging. I went with their beef pho and an order of spring rolls. Their pho always hits the spot for me, but at the cafe the noodles were definitely more on the mushy side. The broth could've been hotter as well (maybe because of the plastic packaging?) The spring rolls were the same quality as I've had before which was good! The pho, even though not as stellar as I've had from them in the past, still hit the spot on a cold afternoon. I'm not in the area of Tacoma too often, but definitely would come back for more remote working sessions + lunch if I were.

Thai Iced Tea
Belldandy O.

This modern Vietnamese restaurant is located near the Pacific Lutheran University campus, so it is designed to be a fast-casual type of eatery. It was not busy at all when my sister and I stopped by. We were almost hesitant about coming in because we couldn't tell if they were open since this place opened recently from what it looks like. We ordered the spring rolls with shrimp and pork to share between us. Then, we each got our own grilled chicken rice bowl. My sister also ordered a Thai iced tea. Overall, the food was good. I thought it was interesting that the rice bowl was served with kimchi since that isn't traditionally a Vietnamese side dish. The pricing for the food a bit more expensive when comparing it to an authentic Vietnamese restaurant.

Tofu Bahn Mj
Lauren H.

We were staying in Lakewood and needed a good spot to go for lunch that had outdoor seating for Gino the dog. Was happy to find this great Vietnamese spot with one of the best Tofu Bahn Mi's I've ever had!! The tofu was unbelievably flavorful and all the ingredients were super fresh. Husband got the grilled pork and a Vietnamese coffee, both of which were excellent. Staff was very kind and friendly, immediately felt welcomed. It's a casual spot, great for lunch. Would highly recommend!!

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Carrie B.

We stopped in on Saturday afternoon while our daughter was at a P.L.U. soccer camp, and WOW! We had a tastebud treat!! The young man who took our order suggested the pork over the chicken, and we are so glad we choose to go with that recommendation! While it took about 15 minutes, the food was hot and the ingredients were fresh, crisp, and full of flavor! We were almost the only people in the restaurant, so it was pretty quiet. There was a tv on, but it wasn't loud at all. If our daughter chooses to attend P.L.U., this would definitely be someplace we would visit often!

Clean, nice selection and great service.
Sandy C.

Very clean. Great ambiance with a fantastic menu. Not sure why the Banh mi was made using toaster oven up front. Took a really long time and was decent-not great. Iced coffee was excellent. Service was exceptional.

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Julie T.

Food was okay, the grilled pork was better than the cold cut. $10.50 for a banh mi is a little crazy but everything is expensive now a days. I was able to use bogo coupon so I can't complain. Very cute and clean interior would be a fun/cozy hangout spot. Service was great very kind people working here. You should definitely try this place out if you're around the area. i'm kinda interested in trying the pho and seeing how it tastes next.

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The fresh spring rolls and Thai iced tea are always on point! And ready 5 min after I call in, thank you!!!

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They have Good food and good beverages also very friendly service will come again good menu

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Service amazing, portion size great and food was tasty! Get the pork rice bowl! It is delicious!

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No flavor with plastic bowls.... Service was mediocre and grilled chicken was not even grilled.

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Enjoyed my 74th birthday celebration here. First time dining here and found it to be delectable and will be coming back.

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Pho Tai - 13. Photai Special Hot Spicy Noodle Soup.

Pho Tai

3.0(330 reviews)
2.9 mi
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Their food is good and love to recommend the place. My son picked up 2 boobas not realizing one was…read morecapped with plastic, one sealed like the usual. I appreciate the offer to bring it back after expressing my concern, dislike wasting gas and the kid is considerate enough.

Update: As you can see this used to be my go to place as a…read morematter of fact, it used to be five stars in my opinion and I compared to replace to it however, they've gone downhill drastically. I don't know what's happened, but the last three visits have not been good as a matter fact I just tried to order takeout and it was a cluster. The guy doesn't even know what's on the menu and if you try to ask him for help to clarify things he's clueless. I got so frustrated and ended up just hanging up. I guess it's time to find a new place. If this used to be your go to, you might want to reconsider their quality has gone down drastically. The spring rolls are now hard that's been consistently our issue the last three times and the food is no longer fresh. Consistency! I can't give 5 stars for this reason. I get the usual Pho soup with tripe. Some times I will grab the spring rolls. And we have had the Katsu there as well. All of these we have had Delicious spot on amazing and all of these we have had lack luster ew. It's hit or miss and that is the problem. They use to be very consisten but it seems like at times the spring rolls are old, or the katsu is tough. The PHO soup is pretty consistently good, but there have been a few times the broth was a bit off but that can happen. Give it a try! It has been more good meals than bad hence the 4 stars! Give them a go!

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Pho Tai - We found this roach in our soup.

We found this roach in our soup.

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Bloom Thai Cuisine - Pad Thai Noodle with Crispy Pork Belly - @nelson_eats

Bloom Thai Cuisine

4.8(332 reviews)
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I recently met up with a friend from high school here for lunch, and this visit was extra special…read morebecause we hadn't seen each other since we were about 17! A LOT of life has happened since then, so we definitely had plenty to catch up on. Neither of us had been to Bloom Thai before, but we both love Thai food, so we decided to give it a try. This place is definitely different from any Thai restaurant I've been to before. It's super small, with only a handful of tables. You order at the counter, grab your number, and find a table. They also have a big jug of cucumber water that was so refreshing! They didn't have my usual yellow chicken curry, so I decided to try something completely different--the drunken noodles. I honestly had no idea what I was ordering, but OH MY GOSH... I was in love with this dish! The flavors were fantastic, and they topped it with deep-fried basil. I'm not even kidding when I say I think I've dreamed about that crispy basil every day since! It was SO good! The food was definitely the star of the show for me, and I really enjoyed the atmosphere. I think this is such a fun little spot to meet a friend for lunch, especially if you want somewhere casual and different. That said, it is VERY small, so I personally wouldn't choose it for a family dinner with a bunch of picky eaters or rambunctious kids. The menu is also a little different than your typical Thai restaurant, so definitely keep that in mind. For dinner, I'd probably order it to-go and enjoy it at home. But for a girls' lunch or catching up with a friend? Absolutely! Great little find, and I will definitely be back for those drunken noodles and that amazing fried basil!

The service was definitely the highlight of my experience. The husband-and-wife owners were…read moreincredibly kind and welcoming throughout my meal. The husband, who was serving, checked in several times to make sure I had everything I needed. The chef also stopped by my table when she came out of the kitchen, which was such a thoughtful touch. The pork belly was very crispy(an additional fee), but too salty for my taste. The Pad Thai was good, although not the best I've had. The noodles were cooked well, and I enjoyed the flavor of the sauce. It did not come spicy, but chili sauce was available to add some heat. The spicy omelette tom yum soup had a great balance of mild spice and sourness, and it tasted very authentic. The texture of the fried omelette after soaking in the soup was not my favorite, but that may come down to personal preference. The Thai iced tea had a good balance of tea and condensed milk, although it was sweeter than I prefer. You order at the counter, and the food is brought to your table afterward. Water is self-service. They also have a helpful sign explaining the ordering and seating process for first-time guests. The restaurant was very clean, nicely decorated, and had a great ambiance. I especially enjoyed the small area showcasing the chef's history and journey. Overall, the warm service and welcoming atmosphere made the experience memorable.

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Bloom Thai Cuisine - Dining room

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