John and Marlene's Guidebook for Tacoma's Northend
Arts & Culture
First run movies at bargain prices ($3-5) and monthly screening of The Rocky Horror Picture Show preceded by live performance and costume contest.
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Blue Mouse Theatre
2611 N Proctor StFirst run movies at bargain prices ($3-5) and monthly screening of The Rocky Horror Picture Show preceded by live performance and costume contest.
Glow bowling is big fun, especially after taking in a movie at the Proctor Blue Mouse Theatre
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Chalet Bowl
3806 N 26th StGlow bowling is big fun, especially after taking in a movie at the Proctor Blue Mouse Theatre
This theatre group is as good as New York.. they competed against over 300 community theatres in the USA and placed NUMBER ONE!!! They even got honorable mention in the international awards.
And, the prices are extremely reasonable! You will not be disappointed. We have been season ticket holders for several years and have never been even a little bit dissatisfied! Ten stars!!!
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Tacoma Musical Playhouse
7116 6th AveThis theatre group is as good as New York.. they competed against over 300 community theatres in the USA and placed NUMBER ONE!!! They even got honorable mention in the international awards.
And, the prices are extremely reasonable! You will not be disappointed. We have been season ticket holders for several years and have never been even a little bit dissatisfied! Ten stars!!!
Come down to Tacoma just to see the best of the best perform! For example- Elton John here in Sept. for 2 amazing back to back shows. Celine Dion in April 2020. Who's on your bucket list to see? buy your tickets EARLY!!!
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Tacoma Dome
2727 E D StCome down to Tacoma just to see the best of the best perform! For example- Elton John here in Sept. for 2 amazing back to back shows. Celine Dion in April 2020. Who's on your bucket list to see? buy your tickets EARLY!!!
Shopping
Blue, a Goodwill Boutique - Tacoma
2520 N Proctor StFantastic 2nd hand store
Fantastic collection of "Made in Washington" goods. You'll find the perfect gift here.
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The Pacific Northwest Shop
2702 N Proctor StFantastic collection of "Made in Washington" goods. You'll find the perfect gift here.
According to our daughter who lives in "vintage heaven", aka The Mission District of San Francisco, this shop is even better than that! The BEST upscale shop! Finds are amazing.
Megs & Mo Upscale Resale - a consignment shop
2602 N Proctor StAccording to our daughter who lives in "vintage heaven", aka The Mission District of San Francisco, this shop is even better than that! The BEST upscale shop! Finds are amazing.
Essentials
Compass Rose - Best place to get gifts for family and friends of all ages! They seem to have everything! Great for kids toos!
Gourmet grocery deli, and bakery with world's best chocolate chip cookies.
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Metropolitan Market Tacoma
2420 N Proctor StGourmet grocery deli, and bakery with world's best chocolate chip cookies.
Drinks & Nightlife
Peaks and Pints - just 3 blocks away has over 100 beer brands with 28 on tap. Their sandwiches are amazing. Best Reuben sandwich in our book.
Excellent food, and especially great breakfast options. Special kid friendly room, with shuffle board and old style pin ball machine. Outdoor options are awesome, too.
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Engine House No. 9
611 N Pine StExcellent food, and especially great breakfast options. Special kid friendly room, with shuffle board and old style pin ball machine. Outdoor options are awesome, too.
Asado Restaurant
2810 6th AveThe best steak in town, bar none!
Really awesome menu items with superb food and whiskeys. Try it and you'll be back again. Always a large crowd outside.
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Dirty Oscar's Annex
2309 6th AvenueReally awesome menu items with superb food and whiskeys. Try it and you'll be back again. Always a large crowd outside.
This is a small chain (3 others in the Seattle- Bellevue area!) and we could not be more pleased! So many veggie options, too! Go early, this place lines up out the door on the weekends.
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Cactus Proctor
2506 N Proctor StThis is a small chain (3 others in the Seattle- Bellevue area!) and we could not be more pleased! So many veggie options, too! Go early, this place lines up out the door on the weekends.
If you are looking for that eclectic, crazy, over the top decor of all sorts OR just a place to hang -- there's something for everyone. Try out the huge two story Crystal Ballroom to kick up your heels - live or D.J. nightly. Find the secret entrance to The Vault or have an amazing meal at The Pub or The Hangout or sample from the in-house Brewery/Distillery. Work out some frustrations on their awesome pinball machines or restored pool tables in The Game Room. Get a McMeninamen's passport and get stamped at each of their venues to win prizes or take ours along - hanging in the white bag in the kitchen!
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McMenamins Elks Temple
565 BroadwayIf you are looking for that eclectic, crazy, over the top decor of all sorts OR just a place to hang -- there's something for everyone. Try out the huge two story Crystal Ballroom to kick up your heels - live or D.J. nightly. Find the secret entrance to The Vault or have an amazing meal at The Pub or The Hangout or sample from the in-house Brewery/Distillery. Work out some frustrations on their awesome pinball machines or restored pool tables in The Game Room. Get a McMeninamen's passport and get stamped at each of their venues to win prizes or take ours along - hanging in the white bag in the kitchen!
Everything Else
Yes, this is in Seattle. It is Asian fusion to the best degree. A large restaurant - can handle large parties and next door to the Benaroya Hall...perfect dinner before the show.
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Wild Ginger
1401 3rd AveYes, this is in Seattle. It is Asian fusion to the best degree. A large restaurant - can handle large parties and next door to the Benaroya Hall...perfect dinner before the show.
Point Defiance Park - an Olmstead Brother Park creation!
The newest park in Tacoma that completes the 20+ year endeavor to connect Downtown Tacoma to Point Defiance with walking/biking paths all along the waterfront - over 3 miles one way! Check out the bridge and blue slides (like San Francisco) over the ferry car line for the best view ever!
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Dune Peninsula
5361 Yacht Club RdThe newest park in Tacoma that completes the 20+ year endeavor to connect Downtown Tacoma to Point Defiance with walking/biking paths all along the waterfront - over 3 miles one way! Check out the bridge and blue slides (like San Francisco) over the ferry car line for the best view ever!
Food scene
Europa Bistro has been replaced by The Mill House and the Blind Pig Speakeasy. Their calzones are awesome. The speakeasy is adorable and perfect for your crew to congregate!
Europa Bistro
2515 N Proctor StGreat atmosphere with big open windows. Great eggplant parmesan.
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Pomodoro Italian Restaurant & Bar
3819 N 26th StGreat atmosphere with big open windows. Great eggplant parmesan.
I want to go here, but everytime I try the line is out the door. Move over, I'm cutting in next time.
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Ice Cream Social
2914 6th AveI want to go here, but everytime I try the line is out the door. Move over, I'm cutting in next time.