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No-frills gathering spot featuring a patio, classic American grub, breakfast & cocktails.
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Address: 5443 S Tacoma Way, Tacoma, WA 98409
Phone: (253) 476-1421
Website: https://www.facebook.com/Dawsons-Bar-Grill-149029638455757/
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Reviews
Katherine Hempstead
First time at this location & I don’t know nightlife much, so I don’t have much of a frame of reference. So, with the help of a person who has gone out to bars here is my review!
This bar has an old school feel. It’s not a dive bar, but the prices are like dive bar prices. A pint is like $6-$7 – that’s not bad! So it doesn’t seem like they over charge.
I didn’t try any food.
The bartenders were fast & nice!
We went there for Harmonious Funk, which is an awesome band!
There is a lot of seating inside & also had a patio outside, but the place was packed!
The crowd is a little older (50+) but it was still diverse. I appreciated the laid back, chill vibe!
Parking can be hard as it’s street parking, but there’s a Grocery Outlet a minute away, which probably closes at 8, so you should be able to park there.
… moreThis bar has an old school feel. It’s not a dive bar, but the prices are like dive bar prices. A pint is like $6-$7 – that’s not bad! So it doesn’t seem like they over charge.
I didn’t try any food.
The bartenders were fast & nice!
We went there for Harmonious Funk, which is an awesome band!
There is a lot of seating inside & also had a patio outside, but the place was packed!
The crowd is a little older (50+) but it was still diverse. I appreciated the laid back, chill vibe!
Parking can be hard as it’s street parking, but there’s a Grocery Outlet a minute away, which probably closes at 8, so you should be able to park there.
eatingtacoma (Bryan)
We stopped here on a Sunday morning to watch football. I got the chicken sandwich with tots. My wife had the biscuits and gravy. Carrie had the breakfast platter with hash browns, eggs, sausage, corned beef. Then she added some Spam as well.
… moreKathy Richardson
Yesterday was pick up horse feed for the ranch and take our rescue dogs out to be groomed. Milo and Koda are not only throwaways but special needs too. With the groomer being in Tacoma it wasn’t worth driving back home to Roy, only to turn around and go back to Tacoma.
I had seen another restaurant not too long ago but with street parking full we passed. This time parking was available so we parked, walked inside and was immediately disappointed. The place was tiny, with only 3 tables, 2 tiny counters with stools, and a brand new counter person who was unable to answer questions of the customer wanting to place an order. Out we went, never to return.
I saw Dawson’s on the corner, so we decided to go there. We walked through the door and immediately spoke with some friendly long time customers. Wendy, the bartender, was friendly, fast and efficient as she raced around taking care of a pretty full establishment.
I ordered a BLT on sourdough with fries. Ray ordered the Reuben with salad and honey mustard dressing. I had water. Ray ordered lemonade, which to me, tasted pretty watered down.
Our meals came out pretty fast. Everything was made to order. The bacon was crispy, not soggy and there were several pieces. The fries were hot and crisp, not soggy. Ray’s Reuben was stuffed with corned beef and sauerkraut. His salad was more than just lettuce.
This is a bar so the music is loud and the bar is dark. The food and service was excellent. They also serve breakfast all day for those who like breakfast at times other than early to late mornings. This is a place worth visiting again.
… moreI had seen another restaurant not too long ago but with street parking full we passed. This time parking was available so we parked, walked inside and was immediately disappointed. The place was tiny, with only 3 tables, 2 tiny counters with stools, and a brand new counter person who was unable to answer questions of the customer wanting to place an order. Out we went, never to return.
I saw Dawson’s on the corner, so we decided to go there. We walked through the door and immediately spoke with some friendly long time customers. Wendy, the bartender, was friendly, fast and efficient as she raced around taking care of a pretty full establishment.
I ordered a BLT on sourdough with fries. Ray ordered the Reuben with salad and honey mustard dressing. I had water. Ray ordered lemonade, which to me, tasted pretty watered down.
Our meals came out pretty fast. Everything was made to order. The bacon was crispy, not soggy and there were several pieces. The fries were hot and crisp, not soggy. Ray’s Reuben was stuffed with corned beef and sauerkraut. His salad was more than just lettuce.
This is a bar so the music is loud and the bar is dark. The food and service was excellent. They also serve breakfast all day for those who like breakfast at times other than early to late mornings. This is a place worth visiting again.
Lisa Blaylock
Our food was soooo good last night 11/22/25. I had a taco breakfast omelette and hash browns. Great portions, beautiful presentation and delicious. Ive been coming here for the last 2 years or so and they’ve had some changes in Cooks/Chefs making the food a bit inconsistent… but they totally nailed it last night. The staff is awesome. Great music from The Names. This place is a gem!
… moreKatmandu
The atmosphere is fantastic. It has the perfect amount of lighting to create a great ambience for live music. The sound system they had was also great. It had a dance floor, which is a bonus and plenty of seating. It was much larger on the inside from what it appeared on the outside no cover charge. The food was mediocre, the service was pretty good, but they had limited people working so they ran their tails off.
… moreMojo Jojo
Great food, vibe, atmosphere, ambiance, staff!!! Come join the fun!!!
… moregayla graves
Owner is the best around
Family and Friends and the best staff the chicken tenders are probably the best iv have in. Life plus gotta love the loyal patrons lol
… moreFamily and Friends and the best staff the chicken tenders are probably the best iv have in. Life plus gotta love the loyal patrons lol
Q John
Came here on Saturday and ordered corn, beef hash, and the other person ordered. Just eggs and toast. Food is pretty decent drinks on the other hand not so much kind of a divvy place but I’d come back again.
… moreKevin Olivas
I wander here. I wander there. I wander everywhere. I would love to wander across the street and find a really good chili nook. Some kind of nook. With really good chili!
… moreEdward Court
Dawson’s Bar and Grill on South Tacoma Way deserves every bit of this five-star review! I’ve been here many times for breakfast, and each visit has been outstanding. The service is top-notch, and the food is always the best money can buy.
A special shoutout to Shayla, the bartender, who made my experience even better. She treated me like I was her number one customer, checking in at just the right moments and making sure I had everything I needed. Her attentiveness and professionalism were impressive.
As for the food, I ordered sausage links, hash browns, two eggs over easy, and white toast. It was cooked to perfection, and I savored every last bite. If you’re looking for a spot with great food, exceptional service, and a welcoming atmosphere, Dawson’s Bar and Grill is the place to go. Highly recommended!
… moreA special shoutout to Shayla, the bartender, who made my experience even better. She treated me like I was her number one customer, checking in at just the right moments and making sure I had everything I needed. Her attentiveness and professionalism were impressive.
As for the food, I ordered sausage links, hash browns, two eggs over easy, and white toast. It was cooked to perfection, and I savored every last bite. If you’re looking for a spot with great food, exceptional service, and a welcoming atmosphere, Dawson’s Bar and Grill is the place to go. Highly recommended!