We visited on a 94 degree day knowing the house would be too hot to cook and after having read…read moreabout the immaculate chicken. My first job in high school was at Gilchrist Buick where the sales guys would walk over to Hans' for lunch (and likely a few drinks). Had never been myself. It's an old school tavern, and very clean. That chicken is epic. I know it's "broasted" and the broaster sets it apart because most taverns can't spare the square footage they take up. The end result is crispy, seasoned, moist, flavorful chicken with a crust not found elsewhere. We got the hand cut fries because most jojos are underwhelming. The crust on the fries make me KNOW the joes are also solid. Half chicken and fries or jojos for $18 is a deal in 2026. We were greeted by regulars and when one found out it was our first time there, he bought us both a round. True neighborliness! Both Jason and the other staff member were attentive and welcoming. We were assured this chicken left over and reheated holds up, and I don't doubt it because of that beautiful crust. I've been to other places folks crow about: the Spar, Anglea's, Terrys Office Tavern, Buddys. This chicken is superior, service was great, and it was welcoming. We will definitely return and likely order out, too.

I come for the fried chicken! Broaster pressure cooked deep fried chicken is moist inside & crispy…read moreon the outside. WARNING: extremely hot when immediately served. Full bar with lottery tickets & pool table. They have TouchTunes jukebox. Parking lot in back. Friendly bartenders. Clean, NOT a dive bar.

Have been popping in here once in awhile for a few years hanging out with friends.Cozy pub.I…read moresuppose some might consider it a dive bar,but that would be a stretch.Place is clean,solid furniture with outdoor seating.They are hosting the World Cup (along with several other bars)matches,as they have a big screen plus smaller TV's.Jukebox isn't too loud.Bartender was polite and efficient.Place has a nice vibe.Couple of neutral gender bathroom's .Menu is basic bar food,nothing extravagant.I should probably go there more often!

I finally got to check this bar out after months of it being on my list. When I arrived for happy…read morehour it was pretty dead. The bartender was extremely warm and welcoming and made some good recommendations on the menu. My friend and I ordered the pretzel bites to split and two different burgers with tots/fries. The food came out really quickly and was tasty. A few ingredients were out of stock, but the chef was able to get creative to still make the food tasty. The camp directions around the bar were very cute. The only thing I missed out on was trying to the smores, but there's always next time!

Ordered a chicken teriyaki bowl, came quick, was delicious. Not much else you can ask for. The…read moreperson greeting me was super friendly and attentive. I'll be coming back.

Ordered online for pickup (short rib kimchi box and side of pickled radish). Kimchi box is at a…read morebusy intersection but there is plenty of parking. Order at the counter or order online like I did and pick up. 4 instead of 5 stars because the kimchi box no longer has jap chae and all the japchae options are now more expensive, and jap chae was unavailable for online ordering on clover ("noodle box"). Kid friendly - if your kid likes meat and rice, or chicken wings. Food is always good with quick friendly service. I liked it a little better with the original menu (see above) but it's still probably my go to spot since it's closer than driving to South Tacoma Way for Korean food.

The kind of neighborhood bar that everyone loves. Great food, quick service and reasonable prices…read more They have good daily specials and the best wings around. Don't forget to stop in Fridays for the prime rib special.

I have been to Flying Boots many times before and have enjoyed the food, which makes what happened…read moretoday even more upsetting. At 4:36 PM, I placed and paid for an online DoorDash pickup order. The confirmation stated that my order would take approximately 21-31 minutes. When I arrived, I used the restroom and then waited for my food. I was then told that someone had already picked up my order. I tried to explain that this did not make sense because I had JUST placed the order at 4:36 and had the order details on my phone showing the time. Instead of calmly checking the order information, the situation escalated. I was told to move my vehicle from the handicap parking space. I am currently dealing with a disability involving my hips and knees and am still waiting to receive my handicap placard. I moved my vehicle as requested. When I returned, I showed them my order information again. Rather than simply checking the tablet and resolving the issue, I felt talked down to, intimidated, and humiliated. The manager raised her voice at me, and other customers began joining in, telling me that my order was gone and that I needed to leave. I was ultimately told to get out. As the only African-American woman in the establishment at that time, I found the way I was singled out and treated deeply disturbing. I cannot speak to anyone else's intentions, but I can absolutely say that the experience felt racially discriminatory to me. I felt surrounded, threatened, embarrassed, and treated as though I was the problem simply for insisting that a prepaid order I had just placed be properly checked. And then came the most frustrating part: when they checked the tablet again, they discovered there had in fact been a mistake. My order information had not been handled correctly. After everything that had happened, there was no meaningful acknowledgment of how I had been treated. The manager's demeanor suddenly became calmer and she offered me a drink or water. I declined. I paid for my food, and I had every right to respectfully ask what happened to my order without being yelled at, embarrassed, or made to feel unwelcome. Flying Boots needs to take a serious look at how situations like this are handled. Read the order information carefully before accusing a customer of being wrong. Verify the facts before escalating a situation. And above all, treat every customer with dignity and respect. I came in to pick up dinner. I left feeling humiliated, intimidated, and deeply disrespected. For a place I have patronized and enjoyed in the past, this experience was absolutely unacceptable.

We were a group of 10 who arrived at Wooden City around 8pm'ish…read more We were able to get seated not too long after we arrived, which was very nice. The food was delicious especially the fancy burger. I think 6 of us ordered the fancy burger. Service was good. Ambiance was nice, however, it was a bit dark for us older ones. We had to use our phone's flashlight to see the menu. Street parking around that area is a challenge.

I had a wonderful birthday dinner. The staff were all welcoming and friendly. We made a…read morereservation via resy (recommended) and waited in the lounge until our time. We shared a veggie pizza as a starter then enjoyed two pasta entrées. The beet and chèvre ravioli were unique and tasty; the added salty crunch from the pistachio was a nice addition. My guy had the spicy lamb sausage rigatoni in vodka sauce. The heat was perfect and I'm glad I got a sample. I highly recommend Wooden City, y'all!

the food was amazing , the wings were perfectly cooked the service from the workers were spot on…read moreand the fries tasted very good not soggy at all i come here very often and they always make my food perfectly 10/10 highly recommend.

The people working inside were wonderful and I don't want this to reflect poorly on them…read more Food and service was fine but when I was leaving there was a manager? Older Man with a moustache that was standing outside the door, blocking me from leaving. I said excuse me and he ignored me and continued his conversation with somebody else outside, making me wait even though it was pretty clear that I collected my order and was trying to leave. It's been a long day and I did not pay money to come here and have somebody who works there treat me like their conversation was more important than letting me leave. This was completely disrespectful.

How did I not know about this place??? A coworker came in to work with a plate of chicken and fries…read morethat looked amazing. So I googled Buddy's and found out they're less than a mile from my house. I had to try!! I was not disappointed. When I walked in, I was greeted by the server and she had a lovely smile. We ordered to go. The place smelled like a sweet waffle, it was very informal. They serve chicken, waffles and fries. Husband had Strawberry waffle and chicken and I had loaded fries. The chicken in my loaded fries was crispy and tender on the inside. Husband was so happy with his waffle and chicken too. Will I be back? Absolutely! There is nothing better than a locally owned business with a great product. Good job Buddy's!

Craving chicken and waffles? Then head over to Buddy's Chicken & Waffles in the Lincoln District of…read moreTacoma. The shop has counter service only and no cash is accepted. We got there right when they opened at 10am and had fast and friendly service. Recommendation: Try the Southern Cornbread Waffles with two handbreaded chicken tenders. We opted for one spicy and one original chicken tender. So good!

Little house type of restaurant, always passed by it, but never stopped by…read more I didn't wait too long for the sandwich maybe 15 minutes and I did not order in advance. I tried my best, not to like this sandwich when I first looked at it, but every bite it just got better. Great job to the staff tonight, keep it up! Was he hesitant to stop by because of the reviews but I'm glad I did. I feel like it was better than the Lakewood location.

My son is on a constant quest for the perfect fast food. Together we comb the South Sound for…read moreburgers, deli sandwiches, fried chicken, and gyros. But he had never had a chopped cheese sandwich and was curious because he'd seen one on YouTube lol. Service was fine, location of on Tacoma Ave is noisy from traffic but there are some picnic tables. And the sandwich -- it was a chopped cheese -- exactly what he wanted.

So. I think people should differentiate between local bar that plays sports and a sports bar…read more Tami's fits the friendly neighborhood bar that plays sports (and if polite and not changing what someone is watching they will switch for you) . But don't expect every game so if a Seahawks fan yes if a Browns fan looking not so much (and sorry for your unfortunate allegiance) Okay. Ambiance is standard bar no frills but staff is nice and the food is good. Again I rate food based on what should expect I'm rating for bar food not a Michelin star. Great place for lazy Sunday cocktail or beer after work.

New to this area of Tacoma and trying out new places. Went early afternoon during the week and it…read morewasn't very busy. A few people at the bar but no one at the tables. Drinks were poured well. Bartender/waiter was friendly. We did have to go to bar to get a drink refill. Had a pretzel, boneless wings and a pizza. Pretzel texture was good but it was a little cold. Wings and pizza were good and my companion said she would come back for the pizza and to try regular wings. Looks like they have a decent amount of activities and events throughout the week.

Amazing food and service. My son recommended this…read morerestaurant to us. We have dined here several times and have ordered take out. Each time very enjoyable. Vinny's mom

We stumbled across this tiny, hidden Thai restaurant in Tacoma today, and WOW--what a gem…read more From the moment we walked in, the service was incredibly warm and welcoming. You can tell right away that they genuinely care about their customers, which made the whole experience feel special. And the food... absolutely delicious. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. It's one of those places where every bite makes you pause for a second because it's just that good. My daughter and I both left saying we can't wait to come back. If you're in Tacoma and love Thai food, do yourself a favor and check this place out--you won't regret it. So happy we found this spot