Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in Tacoma

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Updated May 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants that are the best hot spots in Tacoma? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Perry's Cocktail Bar and Bistro

4.8

4.8 (40)

$30 and under

American

Puyallup

About the restaurant

Perry's is a place to sip and share. We believe in making quality food and drinks accessible and fun for our community. We feature hand-crafted cocktails, a seasonal rotating menu, and a great atmosphere.
21 and over establishment

Top review

Shane

Dined 5 days ago

Was a Thursday night, only a few other guests on the restaurant. Had The blackened halibut on risotto with mango, was excellent. The waitress and bartender were great, a LOT of bourbons there, highly recommend if your a bourbon fan. Waitress was extremely knowledge and helpful.

WildFin American Grill-Tacoma

4.6

4.6 (1822)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Tacoma

About the restaurant

"THE CATCH OF THE NORTHWEST” WildFin American Grill is your neighborhood restaurant, casual, affordable with a comfortable sense of style. WildFin is the place where friends and family gather to eat, drink and share life’s occasions. A safe adventure, a warm haven on a cool Northwest day. WildFin’s menu selections feature the finest the region has to offer, from Northwest meats, fresh fish, seafood, and produce. Our beverage selections include the best of the Northwest beers and wines, along with WildFin classic cocktails. At WildFin we are committed to delivering outstanding hand crafted food and beverage that will always exceed your expectations. WildFin’s service will accommodate your every need, whether it is a quick lunch, a casual dinner or a gathering with old friends.

WildFin validates for 2 Hours of Parking! Just take a picture of your license plate and the Hosts will help you validate when you arrive.

Please call for reservations for parties of 7 or more.

Top review

Eric

Dined 2 days ago

Great food and service. Views are outstanding. The appetizer of bread was fantastic and the drinks were perfectly mixed, and the entrees were all excellent. The service is attentive and the ambiance is lovely. I love the location and the food!

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Popular dish

All In Fish and Chips

Popular dish

Seared Ahi Salad

Copper & Salt Northwest Kitchen

4.6

4.6 (935)

$31 to $50

American

Tacoma

About the restaurant

Join us for a unique experience with an amazing view:

Breakfast Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 7:00am to 11:00am/
Lunch Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 11:00am to 3:00pm/
Brunch Saturday and Sunday from 7am to 2:00pm/
Dinner Daily from 4:00pm to 10:00pm/
Select Happy Hour daily 3:00pm to 5:00pm/
New Late-Night Menu available 10:00pm to 11:00pm Friday and Saturday/

We offer complimentary Valet service for guests dining at Copper & Salt. We do not validate parking outside of our Valet service.

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Megan

Dined 2 days ago

Amazing! They were very sweet, awesome window spot and they told us happy anniversary multiple times. Food was amazing!

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Tokyo Japanese Steak House

4.6

4.6 (470)

$31 to $50

Hibachi

Federal Way

About the restaurant

Experience the excitement of Teppanyaki table side grilling at Tokyo Steak House. This artistic and entertaining style of cooking is a favorite to the thousands of guests we have served since 1998 at our Federal Way restaurant. Fresh seafood, steaks, vegetables and rice are perfectly seasoned and grilled to order.

Tokyo Steak House guests dine grill side experiencing the authentic cooking skills of our talented chefs who juggle hot flames and sharp knives while artistically create a delicious meal for their guests. Our guests relish in the aroma of our special herbs and seasonings and enjoy a completed meal fresh off the grill.

At Tokyo Steak House we serve only the highest quality product and strive to give the best service possible.

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Leslie

Dined 3 days ago

The food was very good; the staff was very friendly.

Texas de Brazil - Tacoma

4.5

4.5 (3146)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Tacoma

About the restaurant

Texas de Brazil, is a Brazilian steakhouse, or churrascaria, that features endless servings of flame-grilled beef, lamb, pork, chicken, and Brazilian sausage as well as an extravagant salad area with a wide array of seasonal chef-crafted items.

Top review

Dennis

Dined 3 days ago

Amazing experience, great food, well prepared and presented.

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The Melting Pot - Tacoma

4.4

4.4 (2846)

$50 and over

Fondue

Tacoma

About the restaurant

Located in historic downtown Tacoma, The Melting Pot provides a unique, interactive dining experience in a casually elegant, intimate atmosphere. Stop into our gourmet fondue restaurant after a concert at The Tacoma Dome, a visit to The Tacoma Art Museum to see the Dale Chihuly Museum of Glass, or a family outing at the Point Defiance Zoo. Choose from 1, 2, 3, or more courses, including savory cheeses prepared tableside, fresh salads with house-made dressings, tempting meats and seafood, and of course, creamy chocolate fondue served with an array of delicious dippers. Complement your selections with a specialty cocktail, craft beer, or glass of wine from our extensive wine list. No matter what menu items you choose, or how many courses you order, we encourage you to savor every moment.

Top review

Jacqualine

Dined 3 days ago

Went on a Mother’s Day date with my small child. There was a curated menu and everything was new. This was fun experience and pretty exciting to try dipping the food and cooking it. Food was just ok for the most part but I think the experience made it worthwhile. I also enjoyed the cocktail I had. It was also new, gin and champagne poured over cotton candy. They had a “kids cocktails” which my child enjoyed the chocolate milk which was actually chocolate milk with ice cream and syrup. Cj, our host was new but I’d say he also did a pretty great job with us.

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Popular dish

Sparkling Chocolate Fondue

Popular dish

Chocolate Milk

Popular dish

Pure Chocolate Fondue

Tatoosh Grill

4.3

4.3 (76)

$30 and under

American

Milton

About the restaurant

Conveniently located off I-5 South at Fife, Tatoosh Grill is on the third floor at Emerald Queen Casino & Hotel. With an intimate atmosphere and a panoramic view of Mount Rainier, all of your senses will be tantalized as you dine by candle light on international cuisine that is sure to please your palate!

Families welcome.

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Greg

Dined on Apr 20, 2025

The Seafood Hot Pot was excellent! Prawns, Calamari, Scallops & Fish with vegetables in an amazing delicious soup base. Served with rice. Could only eat half! Very generous. Wonderful Easter meal!

Amor Wine + Tapas

4.1

4.1 (268)

$30 and under

Spanish

Tacoma

About the restaurant

At Amor we are building a vibrant fare with Northwest ingredients but using the traditions of the great cuisine countries of the world: Spain, Italy, France, Morocco and more. We want you to experiment and try our tapas as part of your dining experience. Please order and entrée if you would like, but indulge in the tapas and the experience.

The small plates will be delivered are so much fun.

Please also spoil yourself with the ample purveyed wines from around the world. Our food is meant to be eaten with wine so also see our pairings. Warm yourself through our beautifully appointed dining room while you share the love of each other and your friends.

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Erin

Dined 3 days ago

Romantic, delicious and wonderful service. We will be back!

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Experience

Salsa Sundays

McMenamins Elks Temple

4.0

4 (1817)

$30 and under

American

Tacoma

About the restaurant

McMenamins Elks Temple Pub serves classic Northwest fare in a room with a view. You can’t help but gaze through the soaring windows toward Foss Waterway, but be sure to look up, too, for a fantastic display of chandeliers. From early breakfasts to late night cocktails, the pub is open to all ages serving breakfast classics like benedicts and scrambles, and for dinner elevated burgers and pizzas with an ever changing seasonal menu inspired by the Pacific Northwest.
*Patio seating is first come first serve.

Top review

Paul

Dined 4 days ago

Absolutely amazing breakfast, portions were perfect, everything fresh and hot from the kitchen. Service was excellent, and the location is stunning.

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Popular dish

Bacon Cheeseburger

The Powder Room Champagne Bar

4.0

4 (17)

$31 to $50

Fusion / Eclectic

Tacoma

About the restaurant

Welcome to the Powder Room, where swankiness meets fun and bubbles flow freely! As two enterprising women and avid bubble enthusiasts, we saw a void in our area for a place that encompassed everything we craved—a meeting space, a refreshing oasis, a haven for celebrations or forgetfulness of worries. Thus, the Powder Room was born.

Our journey has been a long time in the making, fueled by years of conversations and dreams. As single moms, business owners, and lifelong residents of Tacoma, we found solace in our shared love for travel, good times, and of course, champagne. With the support and excitement of our daughters and "adopted daughters," the Powder Room has become a space where connection is celebrated and joyful indulgence is encouraged.

Join us on this extraordinary adventure as we create a haven for all things fabulous like the newest champagne trends, champagne gift ideas, or champagne cocktail recipes at the Powder Room!

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Jeffrey

Dined 3 days ago

Communication with the restaurant for a slight update on reservations was good and prompt. Staff were all very nice and aware, in a positive way, that it was a busy day (Mother's Day). Food was very good, notably the hollandaise on the benedict was deliciously light and my dad said the steak from the steak and eggs dish was tender and he considered it a top steak he's had.

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Experience

1/2 Price Bottles Every Wednesday!

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