Pimienta Bistro and Bar

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   William VIP

   Seattle160 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Another delightful dining experience at Pimienta! Every few weeks my partner and I meet for dinner here on Sunday after spending the weekend with our families. This time we were the only customers in the place (!) and every aspect of the experience was wonderful as always. Our cocktails were delicious, both the non-alcoholic and the house special tequila margarita. The soup de jour was a rich, spicy tomato basil bisque and the Pimienta salad was tasty and refreshing as always. We had the Pollo Rostizado and the special rigatoni with beef tips, prawns & mushrooms in a bleu cheese cream sauce and they were wonderful. But really, the whole menu is excellent! The service is warm and friendly. We always enjoy the music here - this time it was very nice Mexican pop music. Other times it's Sinatra or Italian, but always uplifting. Pimienta is a true hidden gem! Not a place for mass-produced meals from a laminated menu or mediocre portions so huge you'll be lugging home half of your dinner. Just really delicious, creatively crafted food and beverages in an inviting and intimate space hosted by welcoming people who do an outstanding job every time.
   

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   Keith VIP

   Seattle11 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 27, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Pimienta is truly a hidden gem in Northeast Tacoma. Book in advance as the secret is getting out! You will not be disappointed in any respect as I noted with my stars.
   

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   William VIP

   Seattle160 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 17, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Nice crowd for Sunday dinner but pleasant noise level (and always great music!). Red snapper special and the regular menu Pollo Rostizado were both delicious. Service was great as always. We always enjoy our frequent visits to Pimienta.
   

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   Kenny

   Seattle1 review

   4.0

   Dined on February 15, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   My Fiance said it was one of her best steaks she's ever had in her life. I loved the steak. I personally wish the portions were bigger. Maybe like veggies along side the potatoes. But everything tasted phenomenally. It was quiet and warm. Even thoe we were close to the door. The lighting and decorations were amazing. The Tequilas were amazing! Our server had the best timing. Desert was amazing. I think the Staff are amazing and 10 out of 10. I think if your wanting to try this resteraunt. Do it. It was amazing.
   

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   Sonia

   San Diego23 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on February 9, 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 2

   The restaurant was freezing cold. I had the paella with seafood. There were 3 small shrimp and some fish that were over cooked and 5 little clams and for this I was charged $42. My husband barely ate any of his prawns and scallops, also $42. Our guests ate the special which was less than ordinary. The meal was over $200 and we will NEVER return!
   

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   Mark

   Seattle4 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on February 9, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Pimienta Bistro and Bar has been our favorite for maybe seven or eight years. We celebrate our anniversary and birthdays here. We always enjoy the food. This time, I had the duck and didn't like it. It was very chewy. As far as duck, I've only had Peking duck before, and that was a long time ago, so maybe the duck is supposed to be chewy. I didn't say anything to our server, so I can't complain too much. My wife had the tuna and loved it. We will come back for sure; it remains our favorite restaurant. On our next visit, I'll probably go back to my favorite dish, the scallops.
   

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   William VIP

   Seattle160 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on January 13, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Really delightful Sunday dinner at Pimienta. The soup of the day was spicy and delicious and the dinner special (salmon & steak!) was excellent. We always enjoy dining here on quieter evenings when we can enjoy our conversation and the music, along with the great food and service.
   

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   ingo VIP

   Seattle20 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on January 5, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   cute little restaurant. food is fine. can be a bit cold when the front door opens
   

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   mary

   Seattle9 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on December 28, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Love this place . Especially their margaritas.. We had the duck with the butternut squash, risotto, the burger, the lobster Mac, the beet salad and the limoncello cake. All were amazing.
   

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    Nickolena

    Seattle2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    I wish we had eaten here sooner! The food was absolutely delicious and service wonderful. If you’re looking for a place for an incredible meal, Pimenta is definitely the place to go. Be sure to make a reservation.
    

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