Hot Fish House feels like I stepped back into my childhood walking into the many small family owned…read morefish markets in Augusta, GA with my parents. Hot Fish House provides a place for all to come eat really good food, in a very welcoming atmosphere, and receive excellent family oriented service while being reminded while you're there, your family too. Every order is prepared fresh making the fish and shrimp crispy and hot. My husband and son devoured their order within minutes. We will definitely return, and highly recommend Hot Fish House!

This was some of the best catfish I've ever had! Everything was cooked to perfection crisp coating,…read moretender juicy meat... the best thing was the banana pudding it was just like the one my grandmother would make every thanksgiving and I'm making a trip in November hoping they have more so I can sell it as mine at the next gathering lol. The place is vibrant and has some cute instaworthy picture props. Great service too a true home style restaurant

I visit viet kitchen about 1x/week!…read more I usually order SP4. Banh hoi thap cam to-go. This is a vermicelli noodle sheet dish with grilled pork, shrimp, and grilled pork sausage! The grilled pork is my favorite part! The serving size is huge so it could definitely feed 1.5 people. I usually eat about 75% in one sitting and save 25% later. The other dish I order if I'm eating at the restaurant is R9. Fish tamarind sour soup and Caramelized braised fish with rice. This is a staple I had when I was younger and ate out at Vietnamese restaurants. The food here is truly authentic Vietnamese! The prices for some of the dishes are also very reasonable for Tacoma. A banh mi (Vietnamese baguette) only costs $9. In addition, there's free and easy parking in front of the restaurant, happy hours from 2-6 pm Monday through Friday, and catering! Highly recommend this place.

I completely forgot to take a picture of my food because I was way too hungry!…read more When we first sat down, they completely forgot to bring us menus, so we had to ask for them. I ordered the Bun Bo Hue, and I really appreciated that they were able to make substitutions since I don't eat pork blood. I also mentioned multiple times that I didn't want cilantro, but when my soup came out, it was covered in cilantro. They took it back and picked most of it out, but there was still quite a bit at the bottom of the soup. I really don't like cilantro, so I tried my best to eat around it. Despite that, the broth was AMAZING. It had the perfect spicy kick and so much flavor. The noodles were cooked perfectly, and the crab balls tasted like they were made with real crab. They also gave me a generous amount of meat, which I loved! The fresh coconut was also so good! Since we're in Washington, we probably won't get the freshest coconut like you would somewhere tropical, but it definitely did the job. Overall, the food itself was really good, but I wish they had been more careful about the cilantro since I specifically mentioned it several times.

Jack's BBQ is the closest you're going to get to Texas BBQ in the PNW. My ribs were falling off the…read morebone while I was eating. Not politely sliding off, but full-on surrender. I barely had to chew. It tasted like true Southern barbecue without the PNW twist. No gimmicks. Just meat done right. And the cornbread? DANGEROUS. That honey butter could've been eaten with a spoon and called supper. The kind of addicting where "one more bite" happens about twelve times. Maybe it's the pregnancy cravings talking, but this was emotional support brisket and straight from the South ribs. If you've been, go back. If you haven't, go. Just make sure you show up HUNGRY!

Food: Wagyu Burger w/ Brisket: Juicy thick patty topped off with tasty and tender brisket. Add…read moresauce if you would like...very filling! Potato salad: good but a lil' dry (to my liking). Brisket: tender and fatty (not too much). Chili(side): meaty with a lite but nice kick of spice. Coleslaw: Fresh and well coated with dressing Service: Fast, friendly and attentive! Shout out to the waitress/ bartender who did an excellent job holding it down when it started to get busy (outdoor seating was full). Ambiance: Dive bar, parking lot is a little small, outdoor seating (picnic tables) and I believe there was outdoor games (corn hole and / or giant tic-tac toe...or Jenga ‍ not sure if the outdoor part is open all year.

I recently met up with a friend from high school here for lunch, and this visit was extra special…read morebecause we hadn't seen each other since we were about 17! A LOT of life has happened since then, so we definitely had plenty to catch up on. Neither of us had been to Bloom Thai before, but we both love Thai food, so we decided to give it a try. This place is definitely different from any Thai restaurant I've been to before. It's super small, with only a handful of tables. You order at the counter, grab your number, and find a table. They also have a big jug of cucumber water that was so refreshing! They didn't have my usual yellow chicken curry, so I decided to try something completely different--the drunken noodles. I honestly had no idea what I was ordering, but OH MY GOSH... I was in love with this dish! The flavors were fantastic, and they topped it with deep-fried basil. I'm not even kidding when I say I think I've dreamed about that crispy basil every day since! It was SO good! The food was definitely the star of the show for me, and I really enjoyed the atmosphere. I think this is such a fun little spot to meet a friend for lunch, especially if you want somewhere casual and different. That said, it is VERY small, so I personally wouldn't choose it for a family dinner with a bunch of picky eaters or rambunctious kids. The menu is also a little different than your typical Thai restaurant, so definitely keep that in mind. For dinner, I'd probably order it to-go and enjoy it at home. But for a girls' lunch or catching up with a friend? Absolutely! Great little find, and I will definitely be back for those drunken noodles and that amazing fried basil!

The service was definitely the highlight of my experience. The husband-and-wife owners were…read moreincredibly kind and welcoming throughout my meal. The husband, who was serving, checked in several times to make sure I had everything I needed. The chef also stopped by my table when she came out of the kitchen, which was such a thoughtful touch. The pork belly was very crispy(an additional fee), but too salty for my taste. The Pad Thai was good, although not the best I've had. The noodles were cooked well, and I enjoyed the flavor of the sauce. It did not come spicy, but chili sauce was available to add some heat. The spicy omelette tom yum soup had a great balance of mild spice and sourness, and it tasted very authentic. The texture of the fried omelette after soaking in the soup was not my favorite, but that may come down to personal preference. The Thai iced tea had a good balance of tea and condensed milk, although it was sweeter than I prefer. You order at the counter, and the food is brought to your table afterward. Water is self-service. They also have a helpful sign explaining the ordering and seating process for first-time guests. The restaurant was very clean, nicely decorated, and had a great ambiance. I especially enjoyed the small area showcasing the chef's history and journey. Overall, the warm service and welcoming atmosphere made the experience memorable.

Small place. Welcomed as you walk in. Decent menu…read more We just needed a snack and went with a burrito. Smaller than others in the area. Prices on some stuff is reasonable, some prices a little high. We definitely want to come back and try more of the menu. I will update my review when we do!

This place is great. It's my second time here and this time I got 3 tacos, my son had a Cali…read moreburrito. Last time I had a chicken torta that was to die for. Ambiance is chill and the lady who serves you is such a sweet lady! Prices are so fair too! I'll definitely be back again.

My boyfriend tried Paraiso a month ago and hasn't stopped singing praises for how much food you get…read moreand how delicious everything is. As a Filipino who has family that makes restaurant quality food, he is picky with his food but he said the flavors here are pretty close to how his family cooks it. I am always on the hunt for good kare kare and I saw they serve it so I was already super excited to go. We arrived around 1ish pm and we were able to find parking and enter inside where we saw three tables occupied with happy customers enjoying their meals. They have small tables and large tables, but definitely plan ahead as most of these tables seat 2-4 people. They have a section at the left end of the order area where you drop off dirty dishes in bins as well as a condiments section. They were playing some American pop songs that were remixed but it fit the vibe of the place. Additionally, they do have a grocery side which I definitely want to check out next time I'm there. We were greeted warmly by the owner who was cheerful and patient with us. My boyfriend got their longganisa and lumpia and he was asked if he wanted adobo sauce on his rice which I thought was neat! Now, here is where my complaints from as I was not offered the same treatment on my rice, told that they aren't serving kare kare, they don't have labels for the food at front, and some of the food was cold. I got the pork sinigang and dinakdakan which was pretty good and flavorful. They do have pastries, desserts and other offerings as well. It seemed like there are many regulars who come often as the owner would recognize and have friendly conversations with them. He also bid us farewell when we left while he was taking a quick lunch break, and I thought that was really sweet.

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.

OSJ International is the most authentic Puerto Rican food I've had on the West Coast (not just in…read moreSeattleso far. Most Caribbean spots around Washington lean Jamaican, so finding a place doing proper Puerto Rican dishes felt special. The menu and quality reminded me of what you'd find back on the island, at least pre-pandemic. They had classics like chillo frito, mofongo, and pasteles, and it tasted like homemade small business cooking. Honestly, I thought it was even better than La Isla before the fire that shut that place down. A few pain points. It's far. The restaurant is south of Tacoma near I-5, so it's a bit of a drive whether you're coming from Seattle or even from the airport. It was also cash only when I went, though you could sit inside and eat. Last time I called it sounded like they were still mostly doing the to-go model and hadn't fully gone back to the way it used to operate. I haven't made the trip again yet, but it's still on my list. Also worth saying, after the pandemic when I moved to San Diego, I couldn't find an authentic Puerto Rican spot there either. That made me appreciate this place even more. After the Benito Super Bowl performance I'm definitely craving some Puerto Rican food again. Might have to make the drive soon.

Phenomenal!! As a foodie in Washington this was phenomenal and the pricing was out of this world,…read moreour server was the most informative and even made suggestions to make sure we had a great meal. Carla was the best, made me wanna visit just to say hi!! And even let us know where we can get those fantastic plantains, brought a tear to my eye!! Can't wait till the reservation done so we can bring the whole family.

I have been in the fence about trying this place out. It has a menu that my son and I can both…read moreagree to. I had the filet and my son had the snow crab. I have to say, this was the best dinner we've had in quite some time. My steak was perfect, and the crab boil was delicious as well. Service was timely and friendly. It was early, around 5, the restaurant was mostly empty, but filling up as we left. Tables have ample space so that you're not crammed in. All the way around, a great experience. Will be back for certain.

Another great experience. We went here last night for my other half's 40th birthday dinner. NEVER…read moredisappoints! Thank you guys for another wonderful dinner evening. Food was delicious as usual, service is excellent, the place is always clean and I love the R&B on Thursday's!! Thank you guys for another for the books!

Best sushi! Amazing service, incredibly clean restaurant,…read morethe owner is making the potstickers from scratch. It is like eating in your Japanese grandmother's kitchen. Do not miss this wonderful place !!

This place isn't bad, if you're used to Tacoma food. I've noticed that food in this area is under…read moreseasoned and isn't super fresh. However, this place was definitely good. Not as good as sushi places in Seattle, but still good. The staff was very friendly and the portions are pretty big for the price. Parking right in the front and this place wasn't super busy. Might be because we showed up 1 hour before closing for lunch. Overall, if you want a good sushi place in Tacoma, this is probably your best bet.

Wonderful sandwiches, I think they make the best sandwiches with a friendly smile and good…read moreconversation. These people got it right. They make it your way. My favorite is the big bite. Thank you for opening the sandwich shop.

There's limited parking in the front of the building and it can be easily overlooked. The inside is…read morea lot more spacious than I thought. There were a few tables for you to eat at but it seemed like mostly everyone was ordering takeout. Inside they have fridges full of beverages to go with your sandwiches. Ordering is done at the cashier and they have menus with descriptions. We ordered 3 sandwiches and they were all delicious. I don't think you could pick a wrong sandwich. I really wanted to try the meatball sub but it was sold out. All their bacon is turkey bacon and they didn't seem to have any pork products - no ham.