Literally happened upon this place because the cafe down the street that i wanted to try was closed. Im visting from San Diego and dropped off my car rental a few blocks down and just found this place through yelp by its good reviews. Every review about this hidden gem is 100% accurate.
Tied for #1 is both the food and the service. They go hand in hand because Penny is the sweetest lady you have ever met who wants to take care of your food eating experience. It was my first time there and she treated me like i was family and wanted to make sure her cooking was the best. You really felt welcomed and that a lot of effort and love went into her cooking. The food itself is out of this world, i ordered the combo fried rice and i am a big boy and i couldnt finish half of it because there was so much she packed in there. But its not just the quantity, it was the best fried rice ive ever had. So much flavor, not overly oily or greasy just really good comfort food.
The ambiance is a bit weird because its a super small shop in the bottom floor of an office building but when you walk into the shop you feel welcomed
Overall the best surprising experience ive ever had. Im saving this place and making note to come here again every time i visit Tacoma. Plus one more kudos to Penny she really left a lasting impression with how sweet and caring she is to each of her customers if i could give more stars i would.
I prefer to support local. I get coffee there once on a while. I get the Elvis Presley coffee and is pretty good. The lady there maybe alone but she quick and efficient. You can call in advance to order to go.
