UNDERRATED GEM in Spanaway! The ladies working the drive thru window are always so kind and…read morehelpful! I've been OBSESSED with the Rainier breakfast sandwich. Please do yourself a favor and order it. I also super appreciate how speedy the service is! Definitely becoming a weekly stop. FYI: Website menu prices aren't up to date but the ladies will give you the menu with all the updated prices at the window.

I hate leaving negative reviews, but after multiple experiences, I feel I need to share this. I…read morecontinue coming here mainly because it's close to my husband's work and the breakfast sandwiches are good--but unfortunately, the customer service is consistently poor. Nearly every visit, the employees come across as rude, unfriendly, and give the bare minimum in terms of service. Today was the final straw. I ordered a white chocolate mocha, but was handed a regular mocha instead. When I politely said I had ordered a white chocolate mocha, the employee immediately responded with attitude. I handed the drink back and said I didn't want that one, and she asked--again with attitude--if I wanted it remade. When I said yes, she rudely told me that "next time you need to say white chocolate mocha." I responded that I believed I had, and she insisted I didn't. There was no reason for the hostility over a simple drink correction. Customer mistakes happen, employee mistakes happen--but basic kindness and professionalism should still be expected. The food may be good, but the repeated poor treatment from staff makes the experience unpleasant. Management seriously needs to address customer service training or reconsider staffing, because friendly service goes a long way.

Service was amazing, the woman behind the counter was super kind and informative. The space is cute…read moreand quaint! The cookie was the perfect amount of soft with a light crunch. Super delicious pastries!!! Will be coming back for high tea one day :)

Food and hospitality were outstanding! Love this place High…read moreTea and take out menu items are incredibly satisfying. Almost like being at home.

We were excited to find a new-to-us bakery while we were shopping and had high hopes. When we stood…read morein line we saw a sign that says, "My cup overflows with your blessings. Psalm 23:5" which added to our excitement since were Christians. That set us up for a lot of disappointment because we got super rude service. We stood in line for a while and as we got to the counter, the manager said, "Who's next?" and before we could say something, someone else started ordering who had not been waiting in line. Dorothy, we were standing there the whole time, but I think it might be a race thing because the people she served were German and we're brown people. So my sister says something to the young lady at the counter and she starts slinging out attitude. "So what do you want me to do about it?" How about not be rude when you guys had the failure on your end? Then she seated us, throwing our table number on the table. The nerve! This is the opposite of making things right. Another waitress (who was not white) came up to us and apologized. She was sweet and I'm guessing she sees that type of treatment a lot at this place. We're not the types who sees race in everything, but when I talked to my sister later she mentioned how Dorothy let the Germans cut, which confirmed what I was feeling too. I hate that in 2026 you can still see that type of behavior because it's jarring when it happens. By the way, the streusel cake and coffee and they were okay. I think Entenmanns which you can get at the grocery store is better. We were going to order salami sandwiches and some other pastries, but after that waitress treated us poorly, we were afraid what that waitress might do to our food in the kitchen. I saw in another review that someone else complained about how rude she was. My guess? She must be related to the owner because they clearly don't care how she treats the customers.

Authentic, high quality and friendly service. Everything I have tried so far has been a hit and…read moregreat coffee too! My only regret is we didn't find it sooner as we have been missing out!

Visited for the first time with my friend and it's a local hidden gem! The cute, cozy, and comfy…read morevibes. The perfect hangout spot for chilling with your friends and family, they even have a private room where you can host business meetings or even some alone time to yourself. We tried their London Fog which is our favorite and it truly hit the spot, as well as their pesto pasta. The place is super clean too! Special mention to the sweet girl who was assisting us, she was very patient and kind.

From the owner: One of the best local hidden gems located in Lakewood, WA, not too far from Tacoma and University…read morePlace! Our beans are locally sourced from Seattle-Italian roasters Café D'arte. With an interior balanced by modern and classical with wooden fixtures, customers often say that our cafe almost feels like a second home! Feel the calm and peaceful mood with soft jazz music around a cozy fireplace.

I loved the ricotta and raisin crepes. They are light, flavorful, easy to eat some there and have…read moresome later without it tasting by like a "leftover".

Cute little Russian cafe, deli, and supermarket situation…read more Everything looked super delicious - and I would love to come back to try other things. The pastries looked especially enticing. I got a hearty breakfast with 3 eggs, sausage and potatoes. It was filling and perfect for a long day ahead. Soy latte was above average and also helped fuel my day. Service was fantastic and I never felt rushed or judged for taking my time. Overall, great spot!

Amazing. Like truly a gem of a place. Very mystical, dark vixen aesthetics. Came for open mic,…read morehappened to be karaoke tonight - had a blast. Drinks and food are amazing, I love 'Envy' and the tumeric fries were so yummy. Angel, Tonee and Lion were really great, very welcoming, personable service.

Very slow service and I believe everything is vegetation, if not vegan. I loved the açaí bowel, but…read morenot enough to wait 40+ minutes to be served. If you have time, I'd recommend giving it a try because the food quality is still good, but the restaurant wasn't busy, and they also had a youngster working the register (more power to you), but for me, brunch needs quick service, excellent customer interaction with staff, great ambiance, and amazing quality. I don't feel like I should be forced to stay longer because they don't have their kitchen in order. HOWEVER, I am not sure on how many online orders were coming through, which might be a reason for a long wait. But I do see that comment frequently in these reviews, so potentially another staff member can help decrease that work load.

Stopped here on a weekday afternoon to get some work done and study. I got an iced oat milk latte…read morethat was fantastic! Service was fast, employees were super friendly, and the espresso was high quality. Bathrooms were also spotless. I'll also say that this place smells FANTASTIC. They have some mild scent diffusers going that make the place just smell so fresh and pleasant. Not overwhelming at all. Also, the chairs were nice and comfortable. I sat there for around 2 hours and was very comfortable. I will definitely come back here to try some of their other drinks and their desserts. Only (small) negative is that there's hardly any parking outside the shop. It's in a strip mall and there were very few spots available when I visited. You could maybe park down the street in a residential area.

I had an amazing experience at Locus Cafe. They have recently introduced a special Ramadan menu,…read moreand everything I tried was absolutely delicious from the refreshing drinks to the sweet treats. The cafe has a cozy and welcoming vibe, perfect for gatherings or a relaxing meal. If you're in Tacoma I Highly recommend stopping by for the flavors, ambiance, and warm hospitality.

I've always had great food and service here. The staff is very friendly and helpful, all the way…read morefrom taking your order at the counter to the chef preparing your meal. Their sandwiches with fries and Kalamata olive aioli are fantastic and their salads (and salad dressings!) are great if you want something lighter.

Very disappointed with my meal this time...when it was served to me everything on the plate was…read morecold. Usually when we go for breakfast everything is great. Very poor service by our waitress as well.

Tacoma's best kept secret. Want a small quaint warm and cleanest cafe coupled with the best…read morebreakfast burritos ( and other meals) in town? Unbelievably good. You can select in burrito the fresh veggies you want and meat type and no cheap potato filler either! And love the carefully made white chocolate mocha I have ordered each time is tasty and hot! Service with polite 3 ladies there. About 6-7 tables and fireplace setting. If you want a nice place to talk with someone too treat them to your secret place: Sofi's Corner! Rarely would I give a 5 star but this place deserves 6! Go early too. 7 am (8 Saturday & Sunday), to 4 pm. Lunches are super too w many selections. 6450 Tacoma Mall Blvd, Tacoma, WA 98409 in same building as McCauslands fine men's clothing..

The quality of the food and services here is low. I have been here several times had several…read moredifferent people make me coffee and none of it was good. It is overpriced for the microwave gas station level of food and drinks. When I got a definite bad mocha that tasted like the milk had gone bad they said they did not believe me and grudgingly gave me a crappy drip coffee to "make up for it" never going back here :(

Portions are good for someone who doesn't eat a whole lot…read more Service is as expected. Line up and place order. Filipino breakfast is made to order rather than pointing at your 1 or 2 choices. Wait time was about 10-15 min. It was another busy Sunday morning. For 3 orders of breakfast it came up to about $78!! A pricey breakfast!!! Should've gone to Denny's....but we were craving rice and real food. Family friendly. Ample seating as long as people are courteous to leave as soon as they are done eating. This time it was quite smoky in there.

Tried Paraiso Native in Tacoma and it was such a great experience! We ordered the dinuguan, chicken…read moreBBQ skewers, and sinigang, and every dish was absolutely delicious--so comforting and full of flavor. The sinigang had the perfect balance of sour and savory, and the BBQ skewers were cooked just right. We couldn't leave without dessert and ordered the turon--oh my, it was AMAZING. Crispy, sweet, and the perfect way to end the meal. The service was incredible--truly can't beat Filipino hospitality. Everyone was so kind and welcoming, which made the experience even better. There's also a store connected to the restaurant, which was super convenient. Such a welcoming place with great food and even better service. Definitely coming back!