Primo Grill Restaurant

Stopped by on Tuesday around 4pm when they open with plenty of seating available. Overall, although pricey, food was very good and service was ok. The highlight of our meal was the Creamy Parmesan Polenta starter – very creamy, smooth and delicious! The house-made Capellini with Chanterelles mushrooms was well-prepared and very tasty. The scallop dish with vegetables served that day were also well-prepared and quite tasty. The Panna Cotta for dessert was very smooth and tasty. Server was not as attentive as expected, especially with so few customers to serve. Overall, we were please with our visit, and although pricey, we'll be back.

What a find! We celebrated two birthdays here, and it couldn’t have been better. The food was delish — juicy steak, tender lamb chops, crisp fries, creamy potatoes, fresh mussels, and a bright salad to tie it all together. We toasted with mules, a bottle of Pinot Grigio, and sparkling water — every sip and bite was spot on. Great atmosphere, attentive service, and food worth coming back for. This new spot is definitely a keeper!

This charming spot exudes a lively ambiance, making it an ideal place to unwind with friends over drinks. The background music is minimal, ensuring a peaceful atmosphere. While the service may be slow during peak hours, the customer service remains fair and attentive. However, I must express my disappointment with their steak. It was excessively gristle-filled, which could have been an unfortunate coincidence with the particular cut I received. Nevertheless, I’m willing to give them another chance for drinks, but their steak is definitely not on my list of must-try dishes. 😉

My husband & I had a great time at Primo. We walked-in on a Monday night with no reservation and the hostess helped us right away. We chose to sit at the bar and our server Gianni was awesome. For dinner, we ordered the pork chop (pictured) and also the tagliatelle - both were delicious! We also were impressed with their drinks and dessert. Highly recommend! :)

The service was great, the staff was perfectly attentive and we love not having to worry about the tip. The food was a bit hit or miss. Brussels sprout and bruschetta appetizers were good. I had lamb that I asked to be medium rare. Out of 4 chops, only two had even the smallest amount of red and 2 were fully cooked through. Steak and pastas were ok per my husband, sister, and brother-in-law. For dessert the toffee pudding was way too sweet and the coconut cake was not coconut enough in my opinion. The food was ok, but not great especially for the price. We loved that it wasn’t super noisy in the back room where we were seated, but my sister did get distracted because she said there were a lot of flies around.

Everyone’s dishes were phenomenal. I ordered the Moroccan Chicken which was cooked to perfection and served with an excellent lemon based sauce and veggies. The atmosphere had the perfect ambiance for the occasion and service that was equally amazing. The sticky toffee pudding was a perfect dessert to end the night and I would definitely recommend this place to anyone interested.

Pretty great Italian. Pasta was clearly homemade and delicious. Penna Vodka was as usual delicious. Standout this time was the burrata appetizer…a wonderful bite of food!!! Crave it and will go back for that. Penne bolognese s excellent. At first surprised by the lack of tomato base of this dish, but it was actually amazingly delicious!! Couldn’t finish close to all the food. Only complaint was the Caesar salad was way over-dressed, but a minor thing overall….just need to put about 50 percent less dressing, otherwise would be an excellent Caesar salad. Service very good. I know people complain about the added 20 percent tip, my only critique of this is that they don’t even give the option to tip more than this, which I would have. I have to assume, that they must have problems w people not tipping this minimum. Also hazelnut brownie sundae was pretty good

Three stars would probably be a fair rating for others, but a solid 2 star for me. The atmosphere is weird, the seats are uncomfortable, and the food is just meh. It's a relatively expensive spot ($30 pasta?) and the food is very much overpriced for what it is. My small salad and two drinks came out to $75. Parking is also tough, but that's not this restaurant's fault, just fyi. The menu doesn't list any allergens or dietary restrictions, not even vegetarian dishes, which is kind of embarrassing in 2025. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable, probably partly because they keep getting asked questions about whether a given menu item is safe for a given dietsry restriction. The house limoncello is gross, tastes like a gallon of simple syrup had the zest of one lemon sprinkled into it for colour. $14 for an ounce of it? Just serve the store bought stuff at that point, at least it would taste ok. Overall, very underwhelming, and also uncomfortable in more ways than one. If I wanted to be uncomfortable and underwhelmed, I'd do so at my mom's house for free.

Great dinner. The restaurant was great, the customer service and hospitality was amazing. I loved the energy in the place. It was a Friday night so it was buzzing with customers. Make reservations!!! Parking in Tacoma is always tough so make sure to get there early. Food time! I had the Moroccan chicken and it was tender, moist, flavorful and well portioned. I couldn't finish the entire serving. My friends tried different dishes. One had the New York steak but said it was dry and well done even though he specified he would like it medium. My other friend had the pork chop and mentioned it was delish. Last dish was the penne ala vodka. He mentioned it was made perfect. We also ordered the burrata with delicata squash, pomegranate seeds and fig gastrique drizzle. This was AMAZING. I've never had these flavors together before. Our servers and the hostess were so accommodating. They have these glass garage style doors that I'm sure they open up during summer months. I love this place and definitely plan on returning. Ooooo, Bathroom was clean, that's a plus!! Always like to provide that feedback. We also ordered bourbon chocolate cake that was devoured. Great place to gather with people you like. It can get pretty packed in there. Loved everything. Except the dry steak. Maybe next time it'll be better.

Happy hour on a Monday was surprisingly busy but service was perfect and the food was delicious.

This charming spot made for a great dining experience. The restaurant was bright, clean, and welcoming, with a super friendly staff that added to the warm atmosphere. Every dish we tried was absolutely delicious, it was tough to choose a favorite! One of the pastas or the appetizer might take the top spot, but honestly, everything was so good. We enjoyed every bite and even ended up ordering a second pizza because we just couldn't get enough!

Went here for Valentine's Day and had a phenomenal experience! Not only was the service quick, attentive, and friendly, the aesthetic was nice and the food was excellent. To start, my wife and I tried their brand new Espresso Martini and to our astonishment, the bartender actually came up to our table and told us it was the first day that they were offering that drink and wanted an honest review. Truthfully, it was great! Sometimes espresso martinis don't have the right mix of flavor and just taste like bitter vodka and coffee, separately. But this drink was very succinct and well mixed. We had the ragu and the New York steak and both dishes exceeded our expectations! I have no notes or ideas for improvement, they were perfection! This is the perfect place for a date night or business meeting. Thanks for the awesome night!

My wife have been her numerous times now and we both agree its our new favorite spot. Recently we came for my birthday and usually my go to spot for treating friends or family. The menu has a great balance -- a solid base of dishes you can always count on, plus rotating specials that keep things fresh and give you a reason to come back. Everything we ordered was well-cooked and full of flavor. The drinks deserve a mention too -- strong, balanced, and crafted with some care instead of just being poured together. Service was attentive without being over the top, which we both appreciated. It does get loud, so if you're looking for a quiet dinner this might not be the place, but the energy and atmosphere make it fun. Between the food, drinks, and overall vibe, it's definitely a spot we'll be coming back to often.

Primo Grill has been on sixth Ave for twenty five years and now that I've eaten here four times in the last few years, I know why. It's unpretentious, welcoming, and the food is perfect every time. The bartender mixes my favorite Old Fashioned in Tacoma and the Happy Hour deal is one of the best. I love being at Primo, it accomplishes that rare feat of being comfortable and special at the same time.

Classy and delicious! In from Honolulu for graduation weekend, and we found this restaurant and we're happily surprised at everything. The staff and especially our waitress's was top notch. The food exceptional. I had the chicken and it was cooked perfect with a Mediterranean flavor. Everyone else dish was excellent. You won't be disappointed, we weren't

Just stopped in for some drinks. This place has a super cute, clean and refined look to it. I love the big windows that open up to the outside for when the weather is nice. We were greeted by an incredibly welcoming host who let us know that we could sit anywhere we'd like at the bar. We visited on a Saturday right when they opened at 4 o'clock and we're surprised to see that they had a happy hour during that time. Although we didn't order anything from that menu still unattractive option. My friend ordered a nonalcoholic cocktail which looked beautiful, but had table salt all over the rim. So overwhelming she had to scrape it off in order to enjoy her drink. Unfortunately, a good amount of it fell in her drink, and she couldn't finish the bottom portion because it was so salty. I ordered the rosy bees knees and it just felt like a confusing drink. Love the description and flavor profile but it wasn't executed very well. The drinks unfortunately, were not enough to get us to come back to enjoy dinner here later. Cannot comment on their actual food, but these two drinks left us pretty disappointed.

This was a very cute place for a date night. The food was quite tasty and we were so happy with our appetizers. For our main, my husband got the penne ala vodka with a half chicken. The chicken had great flavor and the past was also good. I got the pork chop which I normally don't do that often because pork is hard to cook. It came out and it was medium rare (and no one advised that it would be undercooked or asked for a temp) It took a long time for us to flag down our waitress after we got our mains so by the time I got my dish back, my husband was done eating. The drinks were very good also. We got the chocolate cake which isn't listed as flourless so it can be misleading as to what it is. We got the vanilla panna cotta as well which was good but we weren't blown away by either dessert. When all was said and done our bill was well over 200 for the two of us and we were honestly shocked that we didn't get comp'd a small something for me getting medium rare pork. They also add 20% to your bill when it comes out. Be prepared to drop a good amount of money when you come here!

Always known for wonderful dishes to try, lovely and inviting environment and service, without being over-charged. Primo is a delightful establishment to go to for any celebration.

Stopped here because I've heard good things and the place is cute inside. It was pretty crowded but we didn't have to wait for a table. I ordered the grilled Moroccan chicken and was pretty disappointed. It was extremely fatty. The dish also came with "lemon aioli" which just tasted like mayonnaise. The marble potatoes were pretty tasteless. Not worth the $30. But because it was happy hour, you could get decent $8 house wines. If I ever go back, I would need to try something totally different.

Went for happy hour with a couple of friends, which is a great way to enjoy a variety of menu items at a great value. The mushroom goat cheese pizza was outstanding, and the steak frites was delicious as well, though I would have preferred not to have the frites served on top of some sort of tangy sauce that made them a bit soggy. Next time I would ask to skip the sauce. The mixed salad with hazelnuts was divine...the dressing almost tasted like a lemon custard dessert! They have wines on tap, which is a great way to ensure a fresh glass of wine. Love the environment - small, cozy and non-pretentious.

I'm sad it took me this long to try primo! I hope they are in Tacoma forever! The creamy Parmesan polenta was to die for! 10/10. Everything was yummy but this appetizer stole the show.

We recently went to Primo for my boyfriend's birthday. The cocktails and food were SO good. I can't believe we hadn't been to Primo before. It was hard to choose what to order since everything sounded so good! Thankfully, our server gave excellent recommendations. The tagliatelle was fresh since it was made in house and the sauce was flavorful. My boyfriend said his steak was cooked to perfection. We ended the meal with the hazelnut brownie sundae which was a decadent birthday treat. We can't wait to go back!

Primo Grill - 4/5 Stars Primo was a relaxing and delicious dining experience. The menu was nice and our waiter was extremely polite and gave great recommendations based on our conversation. I absolutely loved the swordfish special from the day we went and would recommend this place to anyone looking for a romantic dinner date.

I wanted to go somewhere classic, so we drove right into Tacoma and found Primo. We were greeted right and sat near the bar . We started with the mussels in a chive curry cream sauce--rich and aromatic. The lobster shrimp pasta, made with hand-crafted noodles, was a perfect balance of creamy and savory, while the lobster tails were tender and buttery. Nothing lasted long enough for photos A highlight of the evening was when the owner personally visited our table, checking on us and recommending desserts. We took his advice and tried the vanilla panna cotta--smooth, light, and the perfect way to end the meal. With its excellent food, warm service from Rachel, and inviting atmosphere, Primo Grill was a top-tier dining experience. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a relaxing nice evening

We went for a birthday dinner and we were seated right away! The server was quick to tell us the specials and made sure to go over some great vegetarian options! We got an appetizer and 2 main courses. The mushroom pasta was delicious and it was fun to try the pesto pasta dish as well! The best was the dessert, we did have to pay for the birthday dessert (which I thought would've been complimentary) but we got the brownie sundae and it was divine! Only thing I was surprised with was that they allowed babies in, one was crying and fussy on the other side of where we were sitting.. and parking was kind of a hassle.

All around lovely. Blended red wine flavorful and smooth. Pumpkin ravioli rich and delicate. Loved the sage. Pasta dish with chanterelles delicate and clean but still full of flavor. Dessert perfect for sharing. All around great meal and relaxed yet attentive service... Left feeling totally satisfied and yet not over full. Perfect portions. Love love love.

The pork chop with the peach chutney and butternut squash hash is absolute perfection! Make sure you eat it in house! It is truly delectable! The perfect balance of flavors . You can taste the smokiness of the apple wood in the pork chop, along with the sweet with a hint of spicy in the chutney. The butternut squash hash is cooked perfectly with incredible flavor.

Margherita Pizza The bottom of the pizza was burned and the pizza was dry. I wanted to like this place but I'm very disappointed.

I visited Primo Grill with a small group before attending a nearby Christmas play. We stopped in here for some pre-play dinner and drinks and had a great time! Service was great and really attentive, and they were really gracious with my group after me being half an hour late *eeeek* due to bad traffic. The atmosphere is great as well, definitely more of an intimate/romantic vibe. My table saved me some bites of some of the appetizers, and the standout for me was the roasted cauliflower. I think cauliflower is SO underrated and this dish was done sooo well. Would definitely get it again! For my entree, I got the carbonara. Can almost never say no if that's on the menu. It was definitely really good, but I can't say it's the best I've had. Still really tasty though, just was missing a little bit more flavor! It was my first time in and I definitely plan on returning for happy hour (in the bar only) as they have a really great and affordable HH menu. Would be fun to come back and enjoy with some girlfriends!

This response is a disappointing example of poor leadership and customer service. Rather than taking any accountability, it's filled with deflection and excuses. To be clear, there was confirmation on my end--so please correct that misinformation. And yes, we were fully aware it was Mother's Day--that's exactly why we were there: to celebrate my mother. What became obvious during our visit was that larger parties were prioritized over smaller ones--and why should that be the case when I made my reservation over a month in advance. Regardless of the holiday or other events in the area, that has nothing to do with how my party was treated or the lack of professionalism we experienced. My mother--the guest of honor--had to step in and help your team figure out where to seat us. That shouldn't happen at any restaurant, especially one claiming to deliver quality service. I've been to much busier restaurants that provided far better service. Unfortunately, when I reflect on the experience, it also gave off racial bias--whether intentional or not, the disparity in how we were treated was noticeable. At the end of the day, this is about the principle of how your establishment treats people--and that's clearly something that's being missed here. No response is necessary. Best of luck to the new owners. Y'all surely will need it if this is how you respond to feedback.

The vibe was very nice with lots of natural light. The food was fantastic - we shared two pasta dishes and both were excellent!

Primo is the familiar old friend that always has something exciting to share! We have been to Primo many times over the years and even though we live in Puyallup now, we still make time to come here. They just never fail us and we always enjoy our meals, they have staples on the menu that you can enjoy time and time again, or try one of the seasonal specials which are creative and delicious. There's always a full restaurant and it's a pleasant atmosphere, full of rich conversations and laughter. The service is great and always attentive, you can tell everyone wants you to enjoy your time at Primo. We will always recommend this place.

We just hosted our son's wedding rehearsal dinner at Primo's and everything was AMAZING!! Planning the menu and venue logistics with Rebekah made it seamless and provided great guidance. The private room was perfect for the event and all the food was delicious. Rachel our server was wonderful and the food from the kitchen for such a large group was timed perfectly. I would highly recommend this place for great food and service.

Its been a while since I last reviewed, but I do have to say we have been visiting at least once a year to Primo Grill. Primo Grill continues to be a 5-star restaurant each visit. We made a reservation a year prior and requested for a seat by the window because i wanted it to be "romantic and special" for the hubby's birthday. They did just that. For entrees we ordered the seafood special which was between the lobster or the salmon. Salmon was soft and not dry and was served atop asparagus. The asparagus was lightly drizzled in oil. We also ordered the Classic Pizza. Very thin crust and tasted much better fresh than to take home. Not thick cheese mor overloaded with condiments. Overall, will continue to come back here again. Always a treat to have before a show or for a date night.

My fiancé and I went out for my birthday tonight and received recommendations to this spot! Lauren was our server and made our time here super memorable and nice! We ordered a margarita pizza, creamy polenta, calamari, pesto pasta and pork chop! Every dish was so good, we just couldn't finish it all. Lauren was extremely attentive and made sure we didn't have even an empty plate or glass of water on our table. Thanks for the wonderful experience!

The focaccia is very good but the pasta and sauces are very gloopy and bland without much flavor.

We love this place!! The ambiance is great and the food is amazing! The best calamari we have ever had. Make sure you order the focaccia bread to dip in the sauce!! We all ordered pasta dishes. Delish!! We will definitely be back.

Poor preparation for our Mothers Day reservation. They were not accommodating as our reservation was made over a month in advance. The owner was frazzled and unable to problem solve not wanting to inconvenience other reservations. We were told they usually put reservations for three at the bar or tabletop but clearly that wasn't true as we later saw parties of 3 seated at tables. It's not worth the 20 percent service charge for this low level service. Food was okay but not exceptional.

Our second time ever eating here and I'd give it 4.5 stars. There was four of us and we all loved our food. We had the polenta with Gruyere cheese to start and a roasted vegetable balsamic salad. I had the pork tagliatelle and it was great. My boyfriend had the lamb shank and really liked it too. Our friends had the salmon and the roast chicken; they liked their food a lot too. For dessert my boyfriend and I shared a bourbon-chocolate, flourless torte that was delicious. Our friends had a coconut layer cake and a sticky toffee pudding. That last one was the stand out. Sooo delicious. That with a bourbon neat would be delicious. Service was good but dinner was a very leisurely and long experience which we didn't mind. We'll be back again!

My girls and I had a 6:45 reservation on a Saturday night. Here's what we enjoyed: the salads were fresh, pizza and carbonara pasta was delish, the hazelnut brownie sundae was the perfect ending to the meal. Our server was attentive and kind. This restaurant is really cute and I loved the feel of the dining room. Unfortunately, we were seated in a back room near the bathroom. The meal was a bit pricey but the food was good quality. I will definitely return and would love to check out their happy hour!

Sat at the bar and received EXCELLENT service from Tyler. Beautiful bar ambience with an open air kitchen! And dimly lit seating. Definitely great for a date night! Awesome food and amazing flavor. Tried the penne and it was well seasoned with a perfect amount of Parmesan! The steak was cooked to perfection and the Brussels sprouts were crisp and packed with flavor. Try the "Italian Panoma" it's a game changer! I love reposado.

The food and staff is amazing. The drink menu is also great. My wife and I thought we were in Seattle with the way they had the restaurant set up was beautiful.

They never answer their phone after 8pm. If they don't want orders after 8 they should state that on their website. Not the close at 8:45 BS

I love my weekly visit to the Primo Grill. But to be completely honest something has changed. Thank God for my bartender John . Even when he is super busy making all the cocktails for the entire restaurant,he always makes sure we are well taken care of and makes every visit special. ( It doesn't hurt that he is very handsome.) We hope that things return to the level of dining that makes Primo Grill so special.

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Went for Valentine's Day , got steak and it was grizzly. I kept having to spit in my napkin cause couldn't chew. Brussels sprouts not the best partially covered with flavor .For the amount of money you pay it wasn't worth it. Appetizer was probably the best part of the meal the cauliflower bites. Customers service was not on top of it. Especially when you're forced to automatically pay 20% for a tip. They don't even have a tip line on receipt automatically just adds it in . If it was Cuervo bravo yes I'd be happy to pay that but no where near . Me and my boyfriend won't be going back .Sorta sucks I been wanting to try that place for along time and very disappointing .

We had our staff dinner in the back area so we had a set menu we can choose from. All the things I ordered were great and service was good. My only complaint is they set 4 tables with 7 seats each and it was just awkward to have odd numbered seating.

This place was perfect for what we were looking for. I wanted somewhere that felt special on a Sunday night for a 10 year anniversary. Primo was primo. It's at great length of a place that feels casual while still feeling special. The service was great - so efficient at friendly. No weight, no attitude, the server checked in often. I did make a reservation, but it wasn't that busy on a Sunday night. It was a beautiful evening. They had huge window/doors that were up, adding to a really open-air feel to the restaurant. All the food was good a couple things were great ie a white, salmon special and the sticky toffee pudding. So grateful for restaurants and staff who have survived the pandemic, and create a great environment to eat in .

Wow this has got to be my favorite restaurant in Tacoma. The food is delicious the specials are chosen by what's fresh. The service is very prompt and always friendly. There is a real sense of care in all that work the floor.the menu has a good cross of everything one might want with gluten free options. The wine list is nice and cocktails are delicious. Save room for dessert!!!

My food was bussin. Best environment and steaks. The pork chop is also bussin. The owner is also a great guy

We are meat lovers- I ordered the ribeye and hubby ordered the braised rib. I took 2 bite and stopped. I know I wasn't at Butchers House but my steak tasted like it was from Dennys.. very grainy, hard & chewy. And I think the chef forgot to season it. My husband's "braised rib" was glorified pot roast. It wasn't all bad though, the staff was AWESOME!! Nowadays, nice service is so hard to find. AND our sides & Appetizers were also delicious!! They just need to step it up with the meat.

Food and atmosphere were generally very good however the service left a lot of room for improvement. We had a reservation on a Saturday night so I understand it gets busy but when we only see our server (Rachael J) essentially twice: when she took our order and when she dropped off the check, an auto 20% gratuity on a $100+ bill was not at all deserving. On top of that our order was wrong and was only fixed when the expeditor took it upon himself to make sure we got what we ordered. Normally, I would write something like this as a one off but this was our first impression of a restaurant we were excited to try after recently moving to the area and it left an overall sour taste in our mouth (service-wise). We will probably come back because the food was good but hope the quality of the service will reflect the price of the bill.

The food was amazing. But what brought everything over the top was the service. My husband ordered a drink. He ended up not liking the bartender came over and made sure that he knew what my husband liked to be able to create something for him that he would enjoy. I've had good service, but that service was amazing. It was super easy to get there and the parking was fairly easy. The restaurant itself is very clean. they have these super-neat giant windows that open up so that it has an outdoor feel but indoor. I went in September and I'm going again on Sunday

Food is good, staff is outgoing and has good team work. Menu is not too big. Could expand a little

This is a nice spot in Tacoma. Boys like the food here and the environment is family friendly.

Excellent service and food. They even sent out a bought the lamb I liked and prepared it for me even though it was not on the menu/. OMG It was so good. The people are so friendly. My children took me their for my birthday. It was awesome. I felt so comfortable there.

This is the first time I've been to Primo Grill in years! We decided to stop by for a drink and I was craving a salad. Yum. I loved the vinaigrette and the citrus dressing was very nice. My significant other ordered the truffle fries. They were really good, as well, and came with some sort of delicious ketchup and aioli. We decided we had to try the gruyere polenta because It sounded fabulous. It was really tasty, but I couldn't eat a ton of it. Fair enough. I loved the basil gimlet. I probably could have had a few more! I imagine I will be making these at home! All in all, everything was really good, the vibe was super chill, which I appreciate, and the happy hour prices are awesome!