Been here for drinks before COVID and finally made it back for dinner and it absolutely lived up to…read morethe hype! The atmosphere is warm and lively, the location is perfect, and the entire staff made the experience feel elevated without being pretentious. We had a 5:15 dinner reservation and the restaurant was already packed, which honestly says a lot. The staff was incredibly kind and knowledgeable about both the wine list and menu, and every recommendation felt thoughtfully curated. The food was phenomenal. We have the chef special which was a chicken skin dish and the short rib pasta with the added burrata; flavorful, well-balanced, and beautifully presented. You can tell a lot of care goes into every dish. Definitely one of those places that feels just as good for a casual night out as it does for celebrating something special. Already looking forward to coming back.

Been here at least four times. Something about the food this time felt very different. I have a…read morefeeling they have a new Chef. The food was ok. $26 dollars for maybe 15 gnocchi was steep. Gnocchi didn't taste fresh. The ragu pasta came out lukewarm and wasn't all that pleasant. The food to be honest tasted bland compared to all the years in the past. Sad

The atmosphere & decor felt great and relaxed, we went early in the evening before it got crowded…read more I hate the QR code for a menu. I understand why restaurants do it, but I hate it. If I hate to scan a QR code for a menu and there aren't even pictures, what's the point? I don't need a fancy menu, but a printed menu is nicer. We got the Skillet Smashed Fingerlings/potatoes appetizer to start, very delicious! My dinner companion got the Classic Smash Burger. She said the burger was great, and she knew there were going to be caramelized onions, but there was a lot packed in the middle of the patty. The novelty wore off quickly. She still said it was good overall. I ordered the Scarlet Rosemary (chicken and homemade pasta), and it was really good. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was fantastic, but the only problem was; there wasn't enough of it (sauce) and when the dish cooled as we ate, you couldn't taste the sauce much. About 7-10 minutes after getting our food, my friend took a bite of my pasta and said "I don't taste any flavor at all" and I realized I was mostly tasting the chicken at this point and I was sliding the pasta in the very small bit of sauce on the plate. I would suggest don't be stingy with the sauce because it was great. Otherwise the food was wonderful and we'll plan on going back.

I took my friend here as a birthday treat. He was craving pasta and I thought this might be a good…read moreplace for that. We enjoyed our food! The service was attentive and good. The only disappointment was we really did not like our tiramisu cake. It contained way too much alcohol for either of our liking and we both don't drink alcohol. This was the strongest alcohol I've ever had in a tiramisu cake. The environment has a unique vibe but the seating was not comfortable and the tables were very small.

Really cozy spot nestled in downtown Tacoma. We came in a little after 5, it took our eyes a bit to…read moreadjust to the darkness but were delighted with the lantern-lit atmosphere and the moody ambient music. To the layman it may seem like just a dark "pirate" or "tiki bar", but the focus is really more centered around Lovecraftian and cosmic horror - not something you see you often but very much appreciated among those who are familiar. The menu is accessed by QR codes on the table. They have an *extremely* long list of cocktails, all named appropriately with the theming, but somewhat lacking in variety. Most of the cocktails are some combination of rum, spices, lime/lemon, and maybe something else fruity or sweet. My wife had a Ships from Far Shores while I enjoyed an Astro Orbiter. Their menu has an indicator of how strong each drink is, and it doesn't lie. The Astro Orbiter tasted great but was indeed quite strong. The staff were extremely polite and a pleasure to talk to. Unfortunately their kitchen was closed the evening we went, so we weren't able to grab any food, but hopefully we'll to try some the next time we stop by.

Great place! Stopped in to enjoy some tiki drinks. There is…read moreno sign on the outside here do you need to kind of know where it's located. Inside is on the dark side. There are lots of low cool lighting. It's not huge but there are several tables and a bar to sit at. It's decorated in cool Island/tiki style. The drink menus is big. We did not eat but the food coming out looked delicious. We ordered at the bar and sat at a high top. The drinks were very good. Great place for date night or yo meet up with sone friends. If you enjoy a hood tiki drink , this is definitely a place to visit.

I want you to celebrate my friend's birthday. I've been here twice now for a girls brunch…read more Both times the establishment has been very accommodating wasn't as busy so seating was easy. They are little staffed so service was slow, but it was understandable since she would explain each time and apologize to each time she came to the table for the delay I would definitely recommend four girls brunch. Everything girly they have really great areas to take photos.

I really wanted to love this place because the atmosphere is nice and it has a lot of potential,…read morebut unfortunately our experience was just okay. The food itself was decent, but definitely overpriced for what you get. We ordered a cheese plate and a salad. It took well over 45 minutes just to receive the cheese plate, and then another 35+ minutes for the salad to come out. That felt excessive, especially considering the restaurant wasn't busy when we first arrived. There was a bridal shower happening, which is totally understandable and of course events can impact service. However, at the time we were seated, it wasn't crowded at all. The service was also disappointing. Our waitress rarely checked in, and we eventually had to go up to the bar ourselves to ask for napkins and water refill. Overall, it wasn't a terrible experience, but for the prices and the wait times, I expected much better service and efficiency. I understand maybe we caught them on a off day, but for being my first experience I'd consider giving it another try, but improvements in attentiveness and timing would make a big difference.

This place is ADORABLE when it's the holiday season!…read more We came this past Friday and it was starting to get crowded. It's a small place so definitely show up when they're about to open (4pm) bc it'll get crowded by then! Their seating is small so the booths are really for 2 ppl. We were a group of 3 and made it work! Our server was nice and patient with our questions! He said they do this "Christmas pop up bar" during the holidays and fully revamp their menu to be holiday-themed. Everything will be taken down and full menu back in January. I got the Christmapolitan which was lovely! My friend got the cocktail that was named from the Die Hard movie, "Yipee, kai-yay MF" lol. It was pretty good and came in a cute Santa mug with only Santa's bottom half The popcorn chicken was crispy and juicy! Their fries are BOMB, loved the crispiness of it. I got the hot chicken sandwich and it was crispy but kinda got messy and saucey towards the end...overall, pretty good food for what we had and drinks. For the holidays season, they have mugs and shot glasses for purchase to take home.

I really like Busy Body. The theming, the food, and the drinks are always enjoyable. The seating…read morecan either be reasonably isolated and cozy with your date or open and convenient to mingle around a large group. The hanging spheres, the loud colors, and the wall art combine to make you feel like you've stepped into another time. I appreciate how they go all out with their holiday decorations! They've got a delicious chilled ube drink called Wildcat, and a Busy Buddy special which is a shot of fernet + a Miller, which is a must every time we go. I appreciate the filipino-infused menu; the sandwiches are succulent, and the fries delectable. I've found the service is usually pretty cold - like they want to take your order and get you out of their face. But they're always prompt and double-check to make sure that what you ordered is what you actually want, which I appreciate.

Bar960 is located in the lobby of the Hotel Murano and has a lovely gas fireplace seating area. The…read morebartenders are friendly and professional. The drinks are a little pricier than I'm used to, but this is a trendy place so I guess I should have expected the higher prices. Bar960 offers a small food menu if you are like me and get the munchies when you drink.

The bar bites are very yummy ! I really like the new twist they've put on the classics. Great…read moreselection of both wine and beer. The staff is friendly and welcoming, and the lounge has a clean, cozy vibe that makes it perfect for relaxing with friends or unwinding after work. Highly recommend!

We ended up strolling into Side Pony on a whim on Halloween and had a great time! The staff is…read moresuper friendly, they have some really fun drinks, and even have plant based food options. They also have happy hour, I believe 3:00 to 6:00, and drag bingo on Wednesdays. I'm excited to go back!

Cute Atmosphere with ok food & drinks…read more Side Pony Lounge is a fun and inviting space that makes for a great spot to grab drinks and snacks with friends. However, it's not really a dinner spot. Our server was fantastic, but the food and drinks were just okay. I had the vegan sloppy Joe, which was good, but I couldn't help but wonder: does anyone actually prefer chips to fries? My friend had the Tacoma's Best Grilled Cheese, which was made with mozzarella and provolone -- two of the least flavorful cheeses you could pick for a grilled cheese. It did not live up to its name. We got our bartender's recommendation on drinks: the El Diablo mule & Paper Dragon. They were light and tasty, and not terribly dissimilar. I was disappointed my mule wasn't served in a mule mug. Overall, it's a fun place with solid service, but if you're looking for a meal or interesting drinks, you might want to eat beforehand and come here for the vibe. I don't think I'll be back.

We arrived about 8:00 pm on a Saturday evening. We were seated promptly. I found the venue was…read morecozy with a fireplace near the back. Cole, our server was exceptional. Since it was our first visit, he recommended the Pulled pork nachos and the the cobb salad with the honey mustard dressing. It's was surprising to see many Hawaiian items on the menu. They have loco moco, spam musubi bowl, Hawaiian sliders and an other things. The drinks were very good too. He made me his special lavender drink that was very smooth and sweet. Just what I like. For dessert we shared the lavender creme Brulee (seasonal) and the Key lime pie. The flavors were well balanced and not too sweet. We really enjoyed everything. Our complements to Chef Kevin.

Have I not posted a review? Oh my goodness. The staff here is so friendly and wonderful. They make…read moredelicious cocktails and the flatbread is out of this world. On my recent visit, I had the margherita flatbread and some sort of peanut butter and jelly drink. Wow! My only suggestion would be to have more vegetarian options. There are several Asian themed dishes and I would love to try one.