Think we found our new Tacoma spot for great eats! The fusion of flavors was perfect. The Sweet Potato Cornbread was tender and golden, with just the right kiss of sweetness. The Collard Greens were rich and soulful--slow-cooked perfection and the coconut took it to another level. And the Crawfish Risotto? Creamy, buttery, and quietly bold, with a crawfish in each bite. My husband got the red beans and rice and fifth and grits--also amazing. This is what you called dressed-up comfort--beautifully done! read more

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Wow! Flavor explosions everywhere here. Stopped in for dinner. Service was fast, staff friendly, the drinks flavorful and the food....chef's kiss! I had the Tandoori ribs and they were phenomenal. I could eat these again and again. Oh, the apricot cornbread was so good. It's listed as a starter, but would definitely eat this as a dessert. Definitely will be back read more

Grann Restaurant - Tandoori Ribs - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

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Nothing bad to say about this place, food, service and playlist was amazing. Definitely will be coming back to try the rest of the menu. Been what Tacoma needed!!! read more

Grann Restaurant - Caesar salad, butter chicken and greens - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

I went with two friends. The good: service was great. The other stuff: I'm not sure if I just wasn't a fan of their flavor combinations but I did not enjoy any of the dishes in particular. We tried the cornbread, fried chicken skins, fish, Mac and cheese and lamb burger. You would have thought that with this many dishes, at least one of them would be a clear hit. My issue is that both Indian and Creole cuisines are known for their intense flavors. Despite this, all of our dishes were bland (this impression was shared between the three of us) -- it felt like the food lacked a clear vision on what they were aiming for. It felt like bland food sprinkled at the end with a smattering of Indian spices and labeled as "fusion." In addition, the fish was overpriced at $40 and came with no sides - no rice or naan, just fish in sauce. We had high hopes and left pretty disappointed. read more

Grann Restaurant - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

Fantastic new addition to 6th Ave with wonderful food, drinks, atmosphere and staff. If you're wondering what Cajun-Indian fusion cuisine tastes like, you're just going to have to try it for yourself. There was no vegetarian entree on our visit so my companion and I ordered all four side items and shared. Amazingly, it made a perfect meal with the lively, complex flavors of each dish perfectly complimenting each other. The Vindaloo Baked Beans had a smokey flavor with the right amount of sweetness. Bonus points for the use of black-eyes peas. The Coconut Masala Greens were fantastic. I love collard greens and coconut but this was more than just a sum of its parts. The seasoning has a really pleasing finish. The Masala Mac & Cheese was the standout. Who knew that curry and Tillamook Cheddar could work so well together? The Coco Bread was slightly sweet and desserty. A perfect way to sop up the remaining coconuty broth from those delicious collards. Their signature cocktails were excellent. The Love Jones is their take on a Mango Lassi and hit the same spot as a Margarita. The Beyhive is a bourbon cocktail with curry syrup. Yes, it definitely works. My one and only complaint is the lack of a vegetarian entree. I loved what we ordered but I want to try something different when I visit a restaurant a second time and there's not much else I could eat. I suspect they're working on this, though. read more

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Outstanding. Two things that set it apart. First, the menu, which put a unique twist on every dish. For example, the superb creme brulee adds plantain, giving it a deeper and more caramel taste than typical. Second, the service. One of their unique twists (their paprika) unfortunately made the dish a bit too spicy for a very spice-sensitive diner. The chef came out and offered to remake it, then _another_ chef came out, went over the ingredients one by one to find the culprit, and then offered suggestions on how to remove that spice on reheat . read more

Grann Restaurant - Menu Oct 2025 - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

What you need to know... The food is amazing, it can be loud, it's a little tight. That being said, let's go back to the food! Holy wow! I like flavor, I like spice, I like comfort food. This place has an abundance of all three without being cliche! I got the bbq fish, who else even offers that?! It was cooked to perfection, and the sauce.... I have no words! I also got the pimiento cheese bites, I could have eaten 50 more! My husband said the cocktails were good, he really loved the Dark Star which seemed to follow the "unique flavor" theme. To finish off the meal we got the chef's special for dessert. Strawberry ice-cream with cognac (I think) sauce and some kind of magical mixture of crunchiness that included strawberry flavored pop rocks. Super delicious and the perfect end to an amazing meal. read more

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excellent service excellent food only problem is hard to find parking. Need to make reservations before you go because Space is small food is the best Of in Tacoma for a long time w serves ,variety of Indian, and American meals. Portions are excellent and the food is so so tasty. I will be back again. Since they rotate. The menu throughout the year bravo bravo. Good luck in the new year My friends and family will be back. Cochran-12/31/2025 read more

This is my experience during soft opening. My husband and I started with the salad and pani puri. While I liked the salad, the pani puri was the star. My husband wanted to play rock paper scissors for the last one, but I was a nice wife and let him have it. As a third starter we got the aloo tiki which was good, pretty similar to what you get at an Indian restaurant. For main, we ordered the ribs. They had such a distinct spice we both loved. Each rib did have a bite that was super chewy that we did not care for, but the flavor made up for it. The ribs came with a piece of the coco bread which we did not know it came with. We actually had ordered it as an additional side. Personally, I would skip it, although it reheated pretty well in the air fryer. Mac and cheese was great, it has a nice warm flavor similar to pumpkin spice. The space itself is very beautiful. When you walk in you see pictures of the owners with their families. Outside of the food, our server was helpful and light hearted. The hostess checked on us a couple times as well. Both chef owners came by to chat too. The two of us were seated at a long table at the end on barstool height chairs. I'm vertically challenged, but I made it into my chair OK. They do have regular 4 top and 6 top tables I hope to sit in in the future especially if my toddler comes along. On that note for families, I'm not sure if they have any high chairs or boosters for children. I did not go to the restroom either so I'm not sure if there is a changing table. read more

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We've eaten here twice under 2 different menus; both have been outstanding. The service is friendly and attentive. I love that the owner took a few minutes to chat on a very busy night. My only complaint is that I wish the sweet potato cornbread and bread pudding were permanent menu items! read more

I love that I finally got to check out Grann since it had been on my list for a few months. I made a reservation in advance which I would recommend as the restaurant was pretty busy when I arrived. We were immediately greeted and seated, and at multiple points throughout the dining experience, different staff members came by to check on us and ask if we had questions or needed anything. The restaurant itself had a cozy and relaxing ambiance. For food, I ordered the Cajun Caesar salad, and my friends ordered the half chicken and pork chop. All of our meals were delicious, but we all agreed that my salad was the most delicious and unique tasting. I genuinely believe it is one of the best dishes I've ever tasted in my life and would consider making a weekly trip to Grann for the salad alone. The flavors worked beautifully. The portion sizes are generous. Definitely a must visit if you're in the Tacoma area! read more

Loved this place. What a great restaurant and vibe to have in Tacoma. Plan ahead, make a reservation and try just about everything. Can't wait to go again. read more

Grann Restaurant - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

My 3/5 is for the FOOD ONLY....This was my first visit, and it was great! The ambiance is beautiful the staff warm and welcoming overall a great dining experience. I like the concept of fusion foods, but they also should be done well. Based on the bio I was expecting "soul food" with a twist, and maybe the winter menu just wasn't for me. Our table ordered a few different dishes, but the BEST thing I ate were the collard greens. The lamb and pork curry were just well plated. The sauce for the lamb tasted a bit burnt and the pork had a good smoke flavor but it was just okay. Overall I will most likely not return because for the price point I want to have a full flavor food experience and it was just well plated ok food. read more

Second time visiting, and just as good as the first. Had the Caesar, Chicken Briyani, Samosas and Collard greens..., loved it all. This restaurant has it all, great atmosphere, friendly and attentive service and food that is just the best. read more

This was our first time at Grann and when you walk you, the amazing smells from the kitchen capture you. The music and decor is welcoming and fun. This is a great, warm place for everyone but especially if you are vegetarian. Can't wait to return. read more

Came here for dinner last night and our experience was so so. I will say that the owners seem very nice and hospitable. Ordered cocktails - they took 20 minutes to come after I had to ask the server if drinks would be coming soon. They came and clearly had been sitting for a while. One cocktail was watered down because it had an ice cube melting away in it. The flavors on these were okay though I wondered if they would have been different had we received sooner. When our cocktails were cleared no ask of if we wanted anything else to drink. Unfortunate because the drink menu here is different/interesting. Bene rolls - homemade dinner rolls that were pretty dry but came with this butter sauce that made them exponentially better if you dipped them. Red beans and rice - I think the beans could have been cooked down a bit more for my preference. The flavor was okay though I thought it could have used just a touch more salt. Kale Caesar - I didn't try it though my gf said it had too much dressing. The flavor was okay, she just couldn't get past how dressed it was to enjoy. Star of the show was their half chicken that we shared. Came with a nice sear and in some kind of butter sauce/gravy. Cooked EXTREMELY well. I wish it came with more of that yuca mash. It takes 35-40 minutes but it is worth the wait. We will be back here at some point to try other things and hopes that some of the hiccups during our first experience were just part of them still working out the kinks read more

Best New Restaurant In Tacoma Wa 253! 6th Ave ~ Amazing Owners Denzel & Jacob! The Vibe Is Real Smooth :) Immaculate Service & Ambiance! The Best In Tacoma Wa! Food Was Next level! A Culinary Classic Of Assortment Of Dishes From the Soul! Nothing Short Of Spectacular! read more

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Sat at the bar for a bit quieter night since it was our anniversary. Shamir was great! The food was amazing and portions were much bigger than we anticipated. We seriously have another meal in our doggie bag! Such a fun night with kind staff, cool ambiance, and delicious food! Thanks Grann! read more

Delicious! We had the Creole Masala Shrimp, Puri Pimento Bites, Tandoori Rib Plate & Coconut Masala Green. The shrimp were fresh & flavorful, which the heads on and the sauce was addicting. The pimento cheese was the perfect tasty snack. The ribs were hot, moist, smoky and came with a fantastic and unique potato salad. The greens, the BEST I've had. Great drink menu too. 10/10 recommend. We'll definitely be visiting GRANN again and again. read more

We had jambalaya biryani, salmon croquettes, and the potato samosas. Biryani and samosas were excellent, would order again. Croquettes were ok but disappointing. We tried ordering the gin cocktail but they were out. At $18/ea, the cocktails are honestly overpriced. We tried ordering the scallops but they were out. It was a Saturday night, 8pm. We were sat at the long table, with the kitchen right behind us. The music was so loud we had to constantly ask the server to repeat and really struggled to hear each other. The music was good it was just impossible to enjoy each other's company. The food is good and we really wanted to love our time here but unless you're going alone or can get the furthest table away from the music, it's just not an enjoyable experience. I also hope the stocking situation gets worked out, was a bummer to have the two things I tried to order be unavailable. This was my second time there and unfortunately I don't think there will be a third. read more

Delicious food packed with bold flavor you truly taste so many layers in every bite. Getting to meet Chef Jacob was such a treat; he's incredibly personable, and you can tell how much passion he puts into his craft. Truly admire his cooking and can't wait to come back! read more

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I went to Grann with coworkers for the first time last week. Seattle Met had a nice write up on them so I thought it would be a good place to have a staff dinner. A fusion of Indian and soul food. I made reservations for 4 and glad I did. The place was packed on a Thursday. Not much room to move around in there. One of the co-founders came to the table, Denzel. He went into to great detail of the elaborate preparation of one of the dishes. We started with benne rolls that were drizzled with collard butter. I had tandoori pork chops with white beans. The pork chop was blah. The white beans were very salty. Two of my coworkers had the half chicken with yuca mash which they loved. The boss had the goat gumbo and couldn't get enough. This was definitely not fast food. Be prepared to wait. I am glad I picked this place. read more

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I just crawled into bed. I ate at Grann about an hour ago, and I hands-down have a new favorite restaurant. That creole fish was out of this world. And the beignets with the cardamom sauce, apricots, you better just shut up. I ate myself into a food coma. When I tell you, I broke the speed limit, did rolling California stops at every stop sign, and ran through every yellow light turning red on my way home, I am telling you the truth. I could not get into my pajamas and crawl up into this bed fast enough. But I texted all my besties and let them know that we have a favorite new restaurant. They are so excited to try it. Keep doing what you are doing because this was some of the best food I have had in ages. Thank you. read more

Our dining experience at Grann Restaurant was exceptional from start to finish. The moment we walked in, the staff made us feel genuinely welcome and appreciated--there's a warmth to the service here that you don't find everywhere. Every interaction felt thoughtful, attentive, and sincere. The food arrived at the perfect temperature, and each dish carried flavors that transported us straight to India. The balance of spices, the freshness, and the depth of each bite showed real mastery in the kitchen. It wasn't just a meal; it was a culinary journey. A highlight of the evening was when the chef personally came out to greet us. That small gesture made the experience feel personal and memorable, adding a layer of hospitality that elevated the entire visit. Grann Restaurant delivered on every level--service, flavor, and atmosphere. We left already talking about when we'd be back. read more

Everything was so great here. Loved each cocktail we ordered. Each dish was delicious. Our server was AMAZING, she had great energy and I'd go back just for her. We ordered nearly everything on the food menu and everything was great. Our top dish was the biryani though!! 10000000/10. The interior itself was lovely too, pretty busy so make a reservation!! read more

Wow. So so so delish! We couldn't decide on one thing, so we ordered multiple dishes. The naan bread was so fresh, and comes in one big piece that's easy to share. Next we ordered the pakora which had a slight kick, but the sauce served with it was a perfect compliment. The curry Caesar was good, but wished it was kale mixed with another lettuce type. The tandoori rib plate was by far the best ribs I've ever had in my life. So flavorful and good portion! Collard greens were to die for. Last was the masala mac & cheese, wasn't our fav because you could smell the cinnamon (I think) which kinda threw it off. But still 10/10 food & atmosphere. Service was also great. I'm looking forward to returning asap! read more

I have been wanting to check Grann out since they opened and finally got to go last night. 10/10!! Service was wonderful, the food was amazing and I love that they kept the communal table from the previous restaurant. I had the Sativa to start and it was one of the best cocktails I've had! A little on the sweet side, but I don't mind that. We had the cornbread, AMAZING, the mac'n'cheese samosas were absolutely delicious! We also had the fried chicken lollipops and the jambalaya. The chicken was perfectly crisp and delicious. I only had a few bites of the jambalaya (because I was stuffed), but it was packed with flavor and the sauce was divine! I can't wait to go back and try more things! I love when new restaurants pop up in tacoma and I can tell everyone to GO! read more

My photos are not great because we were so hungry I took a photo after eating some! We waited an hour for our food and service was slow over all (expect to wait for drinks etc..) but the food was worth the wait! I felt like the food portions were a bit small but the flavor was all there. I LOVED the Mac and Cheese and Greens! I couldn't believe how small the cup of greens was though for $10! The ribs were incredible - I would recommend this dish! The Butter Chicken was a unique spin on the it - personally I didn't like it but my kids did. This is a great spot for a special meal but not a place I would just pop into casually. read more

Grann Restaurant - Rib Plate - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

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The food was seriously impressive! The puri pimento bites stole the show (go ahead and order a bunch!). The butter chicken was, without a doubt, the best I've ever had! We appreciated the warm atmosphere of the place. The bartender nailed my mocktail! Big ups to our fantastic chef read more

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Great food potentials but I think it was an off night. First -- collard greens were amazing. But we were given them as a appetizer not with our entrees and we waited 30 mins for our food with the collards as the only thing to eat. Strange! Service was really all over the place. The owner is awesome and enthusiastic though. Food- Crawford risotto was good but it was something else then completely risotto which makes sense..thats okay but it didn't make me go wow! It just made go okay the texture was too saucy for rissotto! Edible absolutely, but just good-okay. Same with the Beef noodles too, the meat was overdone but the sauce and noodles we great. I was like this is good but okay! Same with the Mufaletta, that was better in execution however, it was a flavor punch and salty but it was the best of the 3 for what it needed to be. Dessert was a bread pudding with bourbon whipped cream. I thought it was going to be dreamy. It was just okay and not very flavorful and had too many burn bits. That was the biggest let down besides the service. This place can be amazing but last night it was an overwhelmed kitchen, slow staff and a half empty restaurant after the rush. Just weird but I give them kudos for their unique pursuits. read more

Great food & even better vibes! Tried the red beans & rice, sweet potato cornbread, fish & grits (and a few other goodies) -- everything was on point. The drinks were smooth & delicious, and the staff was so attentive and welcoming. Cozy ambiance, good music, amazing plates... definitely a spot worth coming back to! read more

Grann Restaurant - Red Beans & Rice, Sweet Potato Cornbread - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

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From the moment you walk in the door you feel so welcome and there's a warm friendly vibe. The hostess was so kind and checked on us. The servers were really efficient and patient. The owners were really nice and you can tell they put in the effort to make this new spot so beautiful and special. And the food! Everything we tried was soooo good. So much flavor and you won't find these dishes at another place. My favorites were the ribs, the greens and burger. I have to go back to try more! So glad this spot has opened in Tacoma. read more

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Great blend of cajun/ creole with Indian flavors. Four of us dropped in and they were able to seat us. We shared their sweet potato cornbread, BBQ carrots, and their Collard greens. We were very happy with all three. One had the Tandoori Pork Chop, one had the Half Chicken, one had Yakamein, and I had the Goat Gumbo. We all were very pleased with our dinners and would definitely go there again. Staff and service was great and the prices were very reasonable. I would highly recommend this restaurant if you're looking for a great experience. Although we were able to get seated on a Thursday evening, I would suggest you call them first. read more

We were excited to try this place, we had frequented Our Table before and liked the space but always felt it was a little stiff. The folks at Grann really breathed some life into the spot, made it lively, chic, colorful and welcoming. I like to see a slim menu that's precise, streamlined and well thought out and Grann is checking all the boxes. Drink menu is the same, you can tell there are people with creativity and experience building the drink list. We had the Detroit Red: bold, flavorful, complex and smooth, the In Grann Fashioned: dark, velvety and strong, the Mango Lassi: thick, tart, sweet and well balanced. The food...some of the best food I've had in Washington. These people aren't playing. There wasn't one thing we tried that wasn't a 10! Pani Puri has always been one of my favorite Indian street foods, I was excited to see the Grann version and it did not disappoint. Fire!!! So flavorful and uniquely made, the crunch and the salty creaminess of the pimento cheese was heaven. It really set the stage for our entrees. When you get the heads along with your shrimp dish you know they are going to be fresh. If you're not sucking the heads you're not living. The gravy was bold and savory, shrimp perfectly cooked. I want to talk about the collard greens. The. Best. I've. Ever. Had. The coconut masala does something magical here that is hard to explain but it absolutely SLAPS! I could just eat a bowl of that and leave happy. My husband's Butter Chicken Agnolotti was creamy and tender, like literally everything else it was bursting with flavor. We finished up with Beignets and they were pillowy soft, subtly sweet with a dusting of pistachio. We wanted to try so much more but the portions sizes were perfect and we were so so full. Can't wait to go back and try every single item on the menu. All together we got: two cocktails, three NA drinks, one app, 3 sides, two entrees, a desert and our bill was 160. I think that is more than fair for what we got. The service was fast, attentive and authentically friendly, the staff genuinely seem to like their jobs and each other. The kitchen churns the dishes out like a well oiled machine, we didn't wait long for any of the food or drinks and the pacing was experienced and efficient. Restaurant and bathrooms were clean and organized. Definitely make a reservation, they get busy and for good reason! It is so refreshing to see a place like this in Tacoma. It's bold, unique, well executed but even more than that leaves you with a feeling of contentment transcending feeling full after leaving a restaurant. It almost feels like leaving a dear friend or family's house after a lively celebration filled with good food, drinks, music and conversation. Grann feeds your soul too and that's truly beautiful. In a time where countless mediocre restaurants are opening up, all selling the same underwhelming dishes, with a redundant whitewashed vibe and high prices, Grann stands out. We will be back! read more

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Owners and staff were very friendly, chatted with our table about the food and what we liked or didn't like (we liked it all) and even gave us an appetizer to try something new. Fantastic food, interesting twist on Indian food and southern food together. read more

Innovative, exciting menu, excellent, welcoming service and space. We've been waiting for Grann to open, and it didn't disappoint. We had the BBQ fish, masala macaroni and cheese, biryani plantains, and bhel pur, which were all delicious. Our drinks were excellent, too. Highly recommend the beyhive cocktail and the exceptional old fashioned, made with dark rum and garam masala. Exceptionally sip-able. When we return, we'll bring others and order family style. The dishes we chose balanced together well, and we had enough for at least four people. Sadly, we were too full for dessert, but a flight of beignets and date cake were on offer. read more

Exceptional!!! Absolutely loved EVERYTHING we tried, and we tried many things! Came in for my birthday dinnner, and really enjoyed the lively atmosphere and music. Was a little louder in there, but most of the best places around the Tacoma area ARE louder, and I think that just speaks to people having a great time. Fantastic and friendly staff, answered all our questions and were very attentive. We were lucky enough to be seated at the long table at the end where the food was coming out for serving. The dishes are inspired, so much flavor! Unique drink menu, and many classic options too. There were a couple other birthdays while I was there, and I loved that the whole place joined in singing in celebration. You can truly tell that the people working here love what they do and are happy to be there. I hope to be back many times and try the new menus as they come. This place is a treasure in Tacoma! I hope Grann is here for years to come. read more

Lively atmosphere. A Bit hard to hear conversation. We ordered cornbread which was awesome and unique with the cardamom curry butter. It came out first and we had to wait about 12 minutes for the next dish to come out, which was the Rogan Josh lamb. We both really liked the flavors in the sauce, but unfortunately, our lamb was really tough and seemed overdone. Very unlike lamb that has been braised long and slow in Indian restaurants. After another long interval, we got the kulcha stuffed with pimento cheese. While I loved the dipping sauce, I did not care for the kulcha . The cheese seemed hard on the inside and the bread was a bit cold and just didn't taste fresh and homemade like I was expecting. Perhaps we just ordered the wrong things as I gazed longingly at the different dishes Other people were ordering. The salad looked wonderful and the cauliflower. I thought the order things came out from the kitchen was a little odd with long intervals in between I would've liked my cornbread to go with my lamb. The owner seemed really nice. I might give it another go next time. I'm in Tacoma, but this particular experience was a little underwhelming. Those three dishes with one old-fashioned was $98 with tip, so it definitely wasn't inexpensive. read more

Where to start. Made a reservation with the note that we were celebrating an anniversary. No acknowledgement of this event. Second there was two fans circulating the stale air, upon leaving the air outside was more refreshing. The ambiance was cheap at best, with plastic flowers sticking out of repurposed light fixtures from previous restaurant. (The Table). The drinks were overpriced and overpowering with no flavor (had the beehive) the breads were overpriced priced and cold (had the apricot cornbread and the Naan) the main dishes were plentiful and delicious but could tell these were not fresh so resembled a school lunch that had premade and waiting to serve. Mac and cheese was so worth it. In all, over priced for mediocre room temperature food. read more

Wow what a great local place. Cajun based food was on point. I had the jambalaya. And it was fantastic and massive. Definitely enough for two. The old fashioned was on point. Really good restaurant that casual and local. read more