I have been coming here for a long time. I enjoy this place on a personal level as if it were a…read moresecond home almost. That is mainly due to the staff and the environment that they create. David one of the managers is always a pleasure.Sarah at the chips bar is attentive and efficient when it comes to multi tasking. Last but not least is Savon, let's talk about gorgeous and professional at the same time, this young lady doesn't miss a beat. I look forward to many more years of second family and good service!!!

Clean facility went for drinks they were not good more so watery. Customer service was so basic and…read morenon approachable I don't give high ratings large facility though but wasn't busy at all.

Great service! Jacklyn is a sweetheart! She was very prompt at getting our food and updating us…read more The food was great, we LOVE Asian cuisines as my best friend is Vietnamese so having a banh canh (noodle soup) was decent with banh khot (Vietnamese pancake bites). We are new to the area and actually enjoyed the food very much!

Service was great. Employees were friendly and the price was great. 5 star rating. Strongly…read morerecommend this restaurant to anyone looking for good food and friendly 5 stars

had a great time at the casino! CODY the bartender was phenomenal! best service I've had in years!!!read more

Emerald Queen Pyallup offers excellent dining options, a variety of slots, great table games, and…read morean exceptional resort experience. I don't always win but I always enjoy myself. It's a top notch casino. Thanks for the wonderful service too EQC staff! Sincerely, Walteretta Spencer

For some reason this place is listed as Great American Casino and Grand Central Casino- in fact…read morethey are one in the same, so I'm just copying & pasting my review from the other: This is a great place for a first date! The bar is quaint and drinks are strong, thanks to the awesome bartender there on the weekends. It is quiet enough in there that you can have a conversation if you want, or change it up and go have some fun on the tables! If you aren't into gambling, head into the main stage room for a live cover band and dancing where there is a nice diverse and energetic crowd. Can't beat a dance club with no cover! No dress code here- I've seen sweats to Hustler Hollywood gear so you get in where you fit in. If you are bored with the live entertainment, saunter down to the pool tables in the back and show off your billiard skills! No smoking indoors ether, so you don't leave smelling like smoke which is a plus. They als do reservations for large parties (had a group of 20 once and they hooked me up) and host Mother's Day brunch sometimes. This is a nightlife gem in the South end!

Nice building which has a casino, bar, dance club, restaurant, pool, darts, sports on the screen,…read moreno cover charge, weekends they have live music - (not always good music but live none the less). If your kicking around the house doing the "what do you want to do tonight" give this place a try there is a little bit for everyone. Sometimes they pull a younger crowd but it is always a good mix of people of all ages. Only cons I can think of is the parking and access to the parking lot which is a little difficult since they put the dividers on South Tacoma Way.

Great food, good sized portions, and great prices. Staff is extremely friendly and helpful.read more

Some of the slots are good, the bingo was meh - I never win so take this review with a grain of…read moresalt. There is nothing hugely spectacular about this place but it is slightly looser than EQC down the road.

Came here with Chookerica last minute because we were tryna drink late in the night to talk about…read morework, but this was such a good find in Tacoma! They have so many games that create this neon color hue and you can help but want to stare at the games...possibly even play them. I also like that they were playing horror movies on the screen that really went with the late night vibe. There is even a photobooth that guests can use, too. These activations made the location such a great hangout spot and I was having such a good time, especially with the alcoholic freeze drinks. They were like sour lemonade & grape vodka flavors. Strong, yes! Also got a rando mixed drink for us that I do not know the name of. Just told the bartender that I wanted something sweet and strong, which is what I got! Took some time because only one bartender making drinks, but still able to enjoy my time with the company that I had with Chookerica. About $8 per drink, too. Not sure if they sell food here, but there are ample amount of seating arrangements that can cater to a big party of people. We could have sat a total of like 6 to 8 people at the booth table that we were at! Plenty of side street parking at this spot, too, but maybe because we came here on a Sunday night / Monday morning. I wish that the host staff made it clear that you had to order upfront at the bar table instead of them taking your order :( would rate higher if they did otherwise. Next time! Maybe...

We went to this game bar after a date on New Year's, and I was still in my designer dress from Rent…read moreThe Runway (RTR) because I was absolutely not done having fun for the night--and I was looking good, if I do say so myself. Honestly, it made everything better. We looked great together and just kept the energy going. I had a few drinks (he's a no-alcohol guy), and we spent about two hours playing games, laughing, and just genuinely enjoying ourselves. It was such a fun time, and I really want to go back. The only downside is it's a bit tough for him since it's a bar setting and he doesn't drink--but the games definitely make it worth it.

Sandwich is okay but not $16 okay. You get chips and a fountain drink. They used to give you a can…read moresoda but now fountain drink Its sad that a Casino is penny pinching. Are they financially unstable? Fife EQC does not charge $2.50 for a carry out bag but the Tacoma one does. Grocery stores only chartge 8 - 10 cents for carry out bags. Are these brown bags special that they cost $2.50? The people I interacted with in the deli were very friendly and wished they could provide their friendly demeanor to other staff members. There are pleanty of seats to enjoy your sandwich and a view . All I ask is stop the penny pinching, bring back the Lobster buffet, and train all your employees to be as friendly as your deli workers in Fife. Tacoma deli employees have something to learn from their counterparts in Ffe.

Booked through a third party and they won't give me a refund on the second night since we left…read moreearly. A whole day early. After coming back to our room early in the morning we found what looks like blood on the doorframe. We were too tired to call down to the desk to complain but I notified the booking site. When I told the desk the next morning they didn't offer to move us or comp us anything I just said we are leaving early. Rooms and building are old and dated and obviously not cleaned well. Been trying to get a refund through the website for over a week and they said they won't give me one. Do not stay here it is disgusting and poor customer service.

Are you looking for a place for that special place for a special reception or memorable place for a…read morewedding? Consider Thornewood Castle Thornewood Castle is located near Joint Base Lewis-McChord, south of Tacoma, Washington. Hidden in the local neighborhood, the facility is strategically placed to take advantage of stunning shoreline views. The building has its historic origins from 400 years ago and moved brick by brick from the United Kingdom to Tacoma 1907. There have been many modern upgrades since its origins, but the staff has kept its ancient charm and made it a welcoming place for a modern 21st-century audience and beyond. Several parts of the facility can be decorated to meet the needs of your event. Chairs in the garden for announcements or wedding vows. The covered loggia, located on the eastern wing of the facility, can house plated or buffet dinners with room for a hosted bar. Mind you, a little elbow grease will be needed to make the facility as stunning as you need it to be. This includes having lawn reception for dinner in the back portion of the facility, facing the sun and beach. Be advised to make sure your caterers and vendors are aware of the facility's restrictions and limitations. Parking can also be a challenge given the size of the facility, but again, check with staff when making your booking. Now there are rooms for rent, and they are stunning. Rates and photos are available on their website. The photos can not adequately express how the rooms have been curated for short-term stays for guests. They are amazing in person to see. The staff is helpful to vendors and guests alike, as long as everyone understands the importance of preserving and enjoying the historic nature of Thornewood Castle. Would totally return if given an opportunity! Take the opportunity to visit!!

We stayed a night in The Presidential Suite here. Due to the day of the week we had the place to…read moreourselves and that was a blast. The garden is calling me back. The place was immaculate and it was a beautiful view straight at the lake. Staying in the room where both Pres Teddy Roosevelt and Pres William Howard Taft slept was so awesome. As for comfort, I recommend that suite due to the double couches... Like nice stuffed modern couches. The 15th century paneling in the ballroom and great hall, the reclaimed stained glass pieces that were merged together and placed in every window, some shards going back to the 13th century, the love that went into the restoration of a place where once ancient oak was painted over (!!!) and according to comments that the sunken garden designed by Olmsted Bros was covered in blackberry bushes... It took my breath away. I felt very fortunate as I'd been dreaming of staying there. Hopefully a child of mine will get their wish and marry there. For those who are concerned, the wood paneling etc was purchased from a delapidated estate home that was noted as unsavable. In the grand tradition of Biltmore and Hearst Castle the import of entire chambers was done, but in a way this purchased material saved something precious. The stained glass was reclaimed by a member of the nobility in Britain or Europe whose passion was searching for these pieces. Having seen 3 different rose designs from the houses of Tudor, York and Lancaster, we're possibly looking at Tudor or even Pre-Tudor Britain for the all white and all red roses (look up The War of the Roses). Stunning. I wished I could have seen every single window in the place as it appears even servant's quarters windows on the 3rd floor have these beautiful stained glass designs. As for the brick that the exterior is constructed from, it was new brick made in good old Wales. Overall the brick and reclaimed building pieces were shipped around Cape Horn in 3 ships to Tacoma. Talk about a dangerous voyage. If you love horror the castle was practically saved by the huge payout from a network who made Stephen King's Rose Red. Each room has a copy on dvd. Also: 3rd floor common areas include a media room with comfy chairs open to all, a game room with a pool table etc, a small parlor with a prie-dieu in case you need to pray before a wedding ceremony or sit on its little parlor set. The second floor common area is a small library. For weddings, that and the suite across the hall are changing rooms. Lobby and ballroom on the first floor are common areas unless a wedding is going, in which case the weddings must wrap up by 9 pm. What a place. My only complaint is the final step onto the first floor from the staircase needs a railing. I fell hard and know I can't be the only one. It would be awful to fall as a bride who can barely see her feet while wearing heels. I'd also love to be able to order, online at least, a really wonderful book with old photos of the rooms etc and the facts and history of the house that the website doesn't cover. Bring cash to tip the maid as there is not really a modern checkout setup. The maids deserve a huge tip. FYI: this is no longer a B & B. They supplied our room with a lovely basket of snacks and there were complimentary sodas and water etc in the mini fridge. Yoi can order food if you want to but I didn't know how we'd let someone in the gates. As far as bringing food: do. There's a small microwave and a keurig as well as a small set of glassware, plates, actual utensils and linen napkins. It's a bit of a drive out to somewhere and check in is at 4 pm. Oh! Check out is 11 am which was nice. Again: please put a railing on the last step.

Absolutely enjoyed this place, it's a blast of childhood Mario kart memories but love that it's not…read morestaring at a screen. What a fun activity!! Alan made the racing experience exciting with his commentary and Kindness. This place has so many slot cars to pick from. The track runs so smoothly and has fun twists and turns. Highly recommend for kids and adults. You get to kinda experience racing without the risks, you car might crash if you're not careful with the turns ;)

got up saturday morning looking forward to what I thought was going to be my first time on a 1:32…read moretrack... not unhappy to say that I have rarely been more wronger. turns out that despite what it says on the wall they also race 1:24 scale cars here; 'car' being the operative word. the cars you race actually look like cars, only smaller! about 96% smaller but they are obviously real cars with wheels and tires and electric motors and subject to sudden power loss just like full-size electric cars ;-) wasn't sure if I'd get any track time because it's a race day but I figured that since I was here I'd have a look at how the other half lives. fortunately for me a light turnout left an open space so I was able to borrow a car to get me some laps and enter my first competitive event! yea!! on the down side I still don't know much about the scale racing crowd other than the racers are genial and tracks are a little slower but way drivier; it's kinda like the old VHS -vs- BetaMax discussions. for the casual driver it's not really a question of better or worse, it's a matter of what appeals (more fastly or more drivey?) and what's available. 132 is a great facility featuring scale model racing on a couple of different circuits with a couple tracks currently off-line including a straight line along the wall. Alan is more a host than a front man, ready to share his vast knowledge and stories to entertain as well as educate and introduce people to the world of little cars. and of course parts and accessories and cars are available for purchase. If you never have you really should. if you did you will. if you do you know: race what you like, like what you race, but above all it's supposed to be fun :-) guess I'm gonna buy at least one car when I come back.

I recently returned to Paradise Lanes after stepping away from bowling league three years ago, and…read moreI'm so glad I did! Back then, the place was undergoing some changes and had lost its charm for me, but I was encouraged to come back and give it another shot. From the moment I arrived, I was greeted by Nicki, the supervisor, who immediately made me feel welcome with her genuine "How can I help?" She even took the time to walk with me to find my lane, which really set the tone for my visit. That kind of customer service is what keeps me coming back! The atmosphere has noticeably improved the lanes are clean, and there's a great vibe overall. I did have to flag down a waitress a couple of times for drink refills, but I understand league nights can get busy. If you're in the area, I highly recommend showing some support for Paradise Lanes. Don't forget to say hello to Nicki and the bar staff; they truly make the experience enjoyable! Looking forward to more nights of bowling here!

Bar/food waitress (young blonde one) is the rudest server u have ever met. Lack customer service or…read moreeven common courtesy of acknowledging customers. Highly recommend you consider other bowling alleys to make the best of your experience.