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    Lift Bridge Coffee

    4.4 (57 reviews)
    InexpensiveCoffee & Tea
    Closed 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Nice place to grab a coffee and pizza bagel. If you work upstairs you get a discount which is a nice bonus.

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    Brit P.

    Beautiful interior. I honestly went there just to take photos of the building aesthetic. The batista was really nice. The coffee was good. Nice vibe!

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    Willy M.

    Had to work in downtown Tacoma for a few days, I like trying small coffee shops and hit up the ol' Yelp and saw this spot was real close to me and they are open early. It's located in the downtown post office building/Court House Square on the A St. side. It's a walk up window/counter, not a store front per se. Friendly baristas on both days I came by, only a few people in line each day so they were able to fix up my latte drink pretty quickly. Coffee is tasty, lattes are nicely made as well. Prices are pretty good, they do have a menu with some specialty drinks if you into that. There's a small pastry case if you need something. Super chill vibe inside for a quiet morning and I brought that vibe to work as I walk up the street to the office. Some people at my office need to do the same. Glad I came by, will be back when I come back.

    The barista made me a beautiful little white choc mocha!
    Bansari S.

    Okay so first off, it is in the cutest little lobby of this gorgeous historic building! And I loved the classical music that was being played. Definitely had a quick "grab and go" type of vibe, but I did get a seat by the window and was able to people watch as I worked on my laptop! Parking was a bit of a challenge, but worth it!

    Am I experiencing the new renaissance sipping my espresso drink here, or basking in the decline of a once great civilization?
    Wedge N.

    Great find! Excellent baristas and foodie culture, without the snobbery! Hip location in old Post Office building, right next to postal services- walking to mail a package was never better! Seats not as uncomfortable as most hip Arch't/designer spaces, where their "look" seems more important than your comfort. Relaxing in the huge hall is an experience of what's good about downtown living. Bring back the candied lemon rind!!

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    Julie D.

    The cafe is located in the lobby of a historic post office in downtown Tacoma with floors and walls clad in white marble and wood. Beverages are beyond the ordinary, although standard espresso drinks are well crafted. Fresh combinations of hand crafted syrups, fresh citrus, spices and more are combined for seasonal drinks to temp your pallet. Winter's spiced pear cider is to die for. There is a good selection of non-coffee drinks, including local kombucha. Pastries and quiche are made fresh and local. The presentation is artistic. Be sure to order your drink to stay in the cafe and you'll be served on wooden platters with porcelain cafe ware. Bud vases feature a fresh blossom for each table. There are comfortable upholstered chairs and lounges near the soaring two story windows. On top of all this, the staff is pleasant and laid back. Indulge yourself with a morning retreat at Lift Bridge. You won't regret it. As a bonus, this is the best post office to avoid long lines too.

    Excellent choice for getting into the swing of the work day!
    Matt E.

    Lift Bridge is the place I walk to for coffee from my workplace in Tacoma, despite the fact there is a chain shop that starts & ends with 'S' in our building; you just can't beat hand-crafted coffee that is built uniquely to the community they serve. The atmosphere inside is great for sitting and discussing with friends, and isn't noisy or chaotic. The walls are adorned with incredible artwork commissioned of a few local artists, and the area behind the counter is very well laid out. Each time I have been here, the baristas are very friendly, asking about what is new; they really treat you like a guest. The quality of the coffee is bar none, and is prepared very skillfully, with an artful expression produced in the foam of every drink. They offer a great pastry selection from a local baker. Cost-wise, the drinks are very competitive for this area. I can't ask for a better coffee shop, and have rarely found one I like as much as this. So convenient that it is right down the block from me!

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    Mason O.

    Awesome spot in the downtown post office. Good areas for work or reading with background music playing or chatting for a lunch meeting. Feels very historical in this space in a good way.

    Current drink menu
    Jeannie S.

    I love coffee and this place has GREAT coffee. I've only been once so far, but my first time will not be my last! I ordered the Madama Blanc and holy moly was that amazing! The coffee was rich and smooth, just enough sweetness and the foam was perfect. I couldn't have asked for a better cup! The service is great too--answered my questions, gave some great recommendations and just overall nice conversation while I wanted for my beverage. Oh, and if you're vegan--their coffees, like the Madame Blanc is made with almond milk and they offer vegan breakfast burritos too! Can't wait to try more from their menu!

    Monica B.

    Wow! What a gem! When my friend took me to the post office, I made a frowny face. "I thought we were getting coffee!" My frowny face faded as we walked up to a window inside the building. I rarely hand out 5-star reviews for someplace I've been to once but the experience was exceptional. Customer Service - There was one person working. She took our order, she made our coffee, cashed us out, got us pastry, basically, took care of all our needs. She was polite and conversational. Coffee - I had an iced americano and it was sublime. It was smooth, had great color, and had just enough bite. Pastry - They serve Spilled Butter pastries here. We ordered a "ding dong" and a "chocolate twinkie." The cake was moist and sweet but not overly so. The little frosted bits had a nice texture and added to the flavor of the cake. The cream inside was light and sugary with the correct balance. It wasn't too light or too heavy. It was the perfect after lunch snack to go along with our coffee. Location - Despite being near a line of 6 postal customers, it was surprisingly quiet. There were a number of places to sit and the cutest furniture in a little nook. This is definitely someplace I want to return to when I visit Tacoma!

    Espresso and a slice of amazing apricot coconut bread

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    Excellent customer service and delicious coffee. The environment is nice too, which is an architectural gem.

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    A tasty spin on an iced coffee: a little salt and honey. Tasty drink, friendly staff, and safe service :-)

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    Drip coffee is weak and tastes burnt. Tried twice, no better. Bye-Bye

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    the baristas are literally the sweetest EVER! it was my first time and i got the pistachio cold brew and it was so good must try!

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    Great recommendation on the latte. Cute next to my bank. If I the area again I will come back

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    Do yourself a favor and get a pour over. It is the most flavorful coffee I've had, their attention to detail really shines through!

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