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Primo Grill, Tacoma, WA

Primo Grill

4.8
4.8
1735 Reviews
$30 and under
Mediterranean

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
Primo Grill is a chef driven Mediterranean by Northwest restaurant showcasing the best of local bounty. Local wild caught fish, meats from local farms and foraged produce feature from the grill and brick oven. Owners Chef Charlie McManus and Jacqueline Plattner offer a relaxed yet sophisticated experience with an emphasis on Washington wines and hand muddled artisanal cocktails.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Northwest, Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:45 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:45 pm
  • Phone number
    (253) 383-7000
  • Website
    http://www.primogrilltacoma.com/index.php
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Charlie McManus
  • Private party facilities
    Completely private room
  • Location
    2701 6th Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98406
  • Neighborhood
    Tacoma
  • Cross street
    Oakes
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Starters

  • Fried Cauliflower$15.00

    harissa, hummus, almond piquillo spread, grilled flat bread

    • Kamilche Mussels$14.00

      chive curry cream

      • Fried Brussels Sprouts$9.00

        with bacon, balsamic and shallots

        • Roasted Asparagus$14.00

          melted Taleggio, EVOO

          • Pan Roasted Calamari$15.00

            garlic saffron sauce

            • Creamy Parmesan Polenta$9.00

              melted gruyere

              • Caprese of Burrata$14.00

                olive oil poached tomatoes, Villa Mandori Balsamico, micro basil

                Greens

                • Arugula$8.00

                  lemon EVOO, shaved parmesan

                  • Red Leaf Lettuce$8.00

                    citrus vinaigrette, toasted hazelnuts, ricotta salata

                    • Grilled Vegetables$9.00

                      greens, balsamic vinaigrette

                      • Primo Caesar$8.00

                        garlic croutons

                        • Herbed Focaccia$5.00

                          EVOO, Balsamic

                          Pasta

                          • Roasted Corn and Ricotta Ravioli$25.00

                            morel mushroom sauce

                            • Trofie$20.00

                              roasted pistachio basil pesto, parmesan

                              • Lemon Campanelli$28.00

                                garlic shrimp sauce, mint pesto

                                • Tagliatelle$21.00

                                  with Emilia style Pork Ragu, Romano, parmesan

                                  • Malfadine "Alla Vodka" Shiitake$20.00

                                    tomato, cream, parmesan

                                    Pizza - Thin Crust Pizza

                                    • Classic$16.00

                                      House sausage, tomato, mozzarella, chili flakes

                                      • Margherita$16.00

                                        mozzarella, tomato, basil

                                        • Fungi$17.00

                                          roasted mushrooms, caramelized onions, goat cheese, mozzarella

                                          • Pizzette$18.00

                                            rosemary, arugula, Parma prosciutto, shaved parmesan EVOO

                                            • Bacon$16.00

                                              Smoked Onion, mozzarella, gruyere

                                              • Salami$16.00

                                                tomato, mozzarella, Nicoise olive

                                                The Big Time

                                                • Grilled Niman Ranch Prime New York Steak*$46.00

                                                  sage gratin, Brussels, horseradish aioli

                                                  • Apple Wood Smoked Pork Chop$28.00

                                                    peach chutney, butternut squash hash

                                                    • Grilled Chicken "Under a Brick"$27.00

                                                      lemon aioli, fingerlings, sautéed broccoli with pancetta

                                                      • Grilled Lamb Chops$34.00

                                                        sumac, cumin, pan roasted Walla Walla onions, cous cous, and preserved lemon

                                                        • Pan Roasted Alaskan Halibut$37.00

                                                          "Riviera Sauce," Nicoise Olives, asparagus

                                                          • Grilled Swordfish$29.00

                                                            Crispy Yukon Gold potatoes, fennel, caper aioli

                                                            Last updated: February 1, 2022

                                                            What 1,735 people are saying

                                                            Overall ratings and reviews

                                                            Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                            4.8
                                                            4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                            • 4.8Food
                                                            • 4.8Service
                                                            • 4.6Ambience
                                                            • 4.5Value

                                                            Noise • Moderate

                                                            Loved For

                                                            • Tacoma

                                                              Best Overall

                                                            • Tacoma

                                                              Best Food

                                                            • Tacoma

                                                              Best Service

                                                            • Tacoma

                                                              Best Value

                                                            • Tacoma

                                                              Good for groups

                                                            • Tacoma

                                                              Healthy

                                                            • Tacoma

                                                              Neighborhood gem

                                                            Review summary

                                                            AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                            Primo Grill in Tacoma is a "special place" known for its consistently "excellent" food and service. Diners praise the "scrumptious" dishes, including sublime calamari and divine cocktails. With a welcoming atmosphere and attentive staff, it's a favorite for special occasions and casual dining alike. "Highly recommended" for a delightful culinary experience.

                                                            1,735 Reviews

                                                            1. Janice

                                                              San Diego

                                                              10 reviews

                                                              5.0

                                                              10 reviews

                                                              Dined 1 day ago

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              We were celebrating my sons huge success. A little on the expensive side. $200.00 for drinks and dinner with two sides. Oh well! Food and service was great.

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                                                            2. Kim

                                                              Seattle

                                                              8 reviews

                                                              5.0

                                                              8 reviews

                                                              Dined 1 day ago

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 4
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              Fabulous food with nice & attentive servers. Great atmosphere but quite a loud dining room. Hard to hear each other’s conversations especially if you were at the opposite end of the table. Also, on the spendier side of things especially after the 20% tip is automatically added on.

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                                                            3. Liz

                                                              Anchorage

                                                              3 reviews

                                                              5.0

                                                              3 reviews

                                                              Dined 3 days ago

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 3
                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                              It was a great experience overall. The food is top notch! I did however feel that the service wasn’t as good as it could’ve been, but it was satisfactory.

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                                                            4. Maryanne

                                                              Seattle

                                                              17 reviews

                                                              5.0

                                                              17 reviews

                                                              Dined 4 days ago

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              Always excellent! Great food and service! Best happy hour!

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                                                            5. Nicky

                                                              Denver

                                                              28 reviews

                                                              5.0

                                                              28 reviews

                                                              Dined on November 17, 2024

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              Every time we go here for dinner we are never disappointed, lovely variations available on the menu. This time 3 of us dined , we had excellent Swordfish, the Pork chop & a Shrimp Pasta Dish . Great vibrant atmosphere. Friendly server’s. Thank you Primo !

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                                                            6. MonicaGW

                                                              Seattle

                                                              4 reviews

                                                              2.0

                                                              4 reviews

                                                              Dined on November 12, 2024

                                                              1. Overall 2
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 2
                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                              As usual, nobody ever cares that we have chosen Primo. They couldn't care less about us always bringing new friends/future paying customers. Nobody, and I mean NOBODY, (now that Chris and Frankie are gone) will pay a bit of attention to you. No greeting. No welcome. No niceties. No smiles. No service. So tired of having to ask for menus, silverware, another drink... The female owner actually treats us like we are a burden on her. The food is great. The hospitality is ZERO. We now only go on Monday or Tuesday since that's when the owners are not there, but don't get me wrong, most employees follow her lead on how she treats the customers. S If you arrive at 3:50 and you are standing in front of their windows in the cold windy rain, don't expect to be brought inside. Again, NOBODY CARES THAT YOU ARE THERE. You will get this same treatment from your (so called) servers even when your group is the only 6-people in there. This week's visit may be THE LAST. Shame on them. I will miss the Thai curry mussels. Oh 1-more example: The female owner once told the 4 of us to take the table she offered or leave... in response to us pleasantly asking to sit at the bar. Yes. Truth!

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                                                            7. William

                                                              Seattle

                                                              7 reviews

                                                              5.0

                                                              7 reviews

                                                              Dined on November 9, 2024

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              Naomi was a terrific server for six boisterous academics. The Kamilche Mussels were, as always, delightful. Out-of-town companions luxuriated in the in-house pasta dishes. My lamb shank was perfect, fall-off-the-bone, and delightful. Each diner enjoyed an innovative cocktail.

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                                                            8. Jacqulyn

                                                              Seattle

                                                              4 reviews

                                                              5.0

                                                              4 reviews

                                                              Dined on November 6, 2024

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              Great food, drinks and service. Good vegetarian options

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                                                            9. Christopher

                                                              Detroit

                                                              1 review

                                                              vip
                                                              5.0

                                                              1 review

                                                              Dined on November 4, 2024

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              Primo Grill represents some of the best Italian food that Tacoma has to offer. The prices are more than reasonable given the quality of the ingredients and the sophistication of the dishes. Primo Grill is perfect for a fancy date night or just a family get together, and I cannot recommend this restaurant enough for people who are new to the area.

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                                                            10. Sara

                                                              New York City

                                                              1 review

                                                              4.0

                                                              1 review

                                                              Dined on November 2, 2024

                                                              1. Overall 4
                                                              2. Food 4
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              Primo is consistent and reliable in the high quality of food and service. It's not the most imaginative cuisine, but it's solid new American cuisine, and the service is always impeccable.

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                                                            Primo Grill is rated 4.8 stars by 1735 OpenTable diners.

                                                            Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                                            2 people
                                                            7:00 PM
                                                            Booked 19 times today
                                                            Google Map for Primo Grill

                                                            2701 6th Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98406

                                                            Additional information

                                                            • Cross street
                                                              Oakes
                                                            • Neighborhood
                                                              Tacoma
                                                            • Hours of operation
                                                              Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:45 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:45 pm
                                                            • Price
                                                              $30 and under
                                                            • Cuisines
                                                              Mediterranean, Northwest, Italian
                                                            • Dining style
                                                              Casual Elegant
                                                            • Dress code
                                                              Casual Dress
                                                            • Parking details
                                                              Street Parking
                                                            • Payment options
                                                              AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                                            • Executive chef
                                                              Charlie McManus
                                                            • Additional
                                                              Banquet, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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