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Over The Moon Cafe, Tacoma, WA
Over The Moon Cafe, Tacoma, WA
Over The Moon Cafe, Tacoma, WA
Over The Moon Cafe, Tacoma, WA
Over The Moon Cafe, Tacoma, WA

Over The Moon Cafe

4.8
4.8
2614 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 PM

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Booked 9 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
  • Charming
Small and romantic we specialize in celebrations with family and friends, or just a quiet dinner with good conversation. We are family owned and operated and have been serving our community since 2001.

Drive in to Opera Alley and be transported. We strive to bring approachable food and beverage, a sense of comfort and community, as well as a unique and quality dining experience. We call ourselves a "cafe" in the sense that we are not pretentious and offer a fine dining experience in an atmosphere of comfort and respite.

Parking in Opera Alley, and downtown, can be a bit of a challenge, especially on the weekends, so please be sure to give yourself plenty of time when making reservations to find a parking space, or consider a night off from driving and get an Uber or Lift!! Eat good food often, break bread with friends and family, spend time with those you love, and we will see you soon.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, European, Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (253) 284-3722
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Deanna Bender
  • Catering
    We do private events in the restaurant for up to 38 people sit-down. Please contact the restaurant directly for specific menu options and reservations. <br /><br />
  • Private party facilities
    Relaxed comfortable and professional "buy out" private dining offered in this small restaurant that provides personal touches and great food.
  • Neighborhood
    Tacoma
  • Cross street
    7th between St. Helens and Broadway
  • Parking details
    There is parking in front of the restaurant and on our side street of 7th. This is paid (75 cents an hour) 2 hour parking.
  • Public transit
    Bus stops are located 1/2 block above on St. Helens and one block below on Broadway.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wine

What 2,614 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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Seattle / Eastern Washington

    Best Ambiance

  • Seattle / Eastern Washington

    Romantic

  • Tacoma

    Best Overall

  • Tacoma

    Best Food

  • Tacoma

    Best Service

  • Tacoma

    Best Ambiance

  • Tacoma

    Best Value

  • Tacoma

    Healthy

  • Tacoma

    Neighborhood gem

  • Tacoma

    Great for fine wines

  • Tacoma

    Romantic

  • Tacoma

    Good for special occasions

  • Tacoma

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Over The Moon Cafe offers a "splendid" dining experience marked by its "romantic atmosphere" and "outstanding" service. Guests rave about the "delicious" food, with standout dishes like the shrimp appetizer and short rib ragu. Ideal for anniversaries and special occasions, this "hidden gem" promises a memorable evening.
2,614 Reviews
  1. Jeremiah

    Hawaii

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So glad we discovered this place. The ambiance feels somewhere between an Edwardian parlor and a fortune teller’s den—-in other words, cozy with a tinge of brio. Food was amazing. The short rib ragu was one of the best pasta dishes I’ve ever had. The short ribs were tender, and I think the main ingredient in the pasta sauce was happiness. My wife ordered the chicken cacciatore, which I just finished for breakfast this morning, on the verge of tears because it’s now gone. That polenta. . . omg! Overall, the value is decent. I don’t mind paying a few bucks for excellent food, and the fare at Over the Moon was worth every penny.

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  2. Paige

    Kansas City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very romantic, felt like a personalized experience just for us. Drinks were well made and the food was amazing. Definitely going back for more dates

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  3. Barbara

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really a nice spot, tucked away , excellent food , service and ambience . The temperature was good and the noise level was low. We were looked after and enjoyed everything!

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  4. Kimberly

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had the chicken cacciatore and it was great. Tender, juicy delightful. Ambience is very romantic. This is our second time here and we would def go again

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  5. Andrew

    Seattle

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great restaurant. Daniel the Executive Chef offers a terrific menu that will satisfy many guests. The presentation is excellent and I highly recommend Over the Moon for any occasion.

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  6. Kristi

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very intimate atmosphere. Music was perfect - sound track was relaxing and the volume wasn’t too loud. Now about the food - I wish I could replicate the butter on the ribeye at home… like wow. Ordered the streak medium and it was cooked to perfection! The lasagna might be the best lasagna I’ve ever tasted. If I wasn’t visiting from out of town I would have ordered a second lasagna to go!

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  7. Jr

    Seattle

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time and the service was a step above. Appetizers came out and presented well and tasted amazing (Shrimp, and also crab bisque). The sourdough bread was also very fresh. On to the entrees ( Ribeye steak and Duck Breast and as a side we also got lobster Mac). The lobster mac was very good. Not a huge fan of the duck, felt like eating raw meat and very chewy. The steak had lots of flavor but also had lots of fat on it, about 30% of the steak was fat. But was prepared to medium per server recommendation because of the fat, which we usually like medium rare . The sides that came with our meals were made perfectly. All in all I give it about a 6 out of 10 score.

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  8. Sarah

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    I'm very disappointed in how this experience turned out. I expressed to the waitress that I didn't eat red meat or seafood, and the waitress suggested the chicken cacciatore. I don't eat mushrooms either but she assured that they could be picked out. Our dishes came and the mushrooms were so incorporated into the sauce there was no way I was going to be able to pick them out. On top of that, the chicken was dark meat. I always expect a high end restaurant to have white meat chicken, especially for an Italian dish. I was not happy about that either, and couldn't even eat it. On top of that, my partner's lasagna was literally a big puddle of oil with a glob of cheese on top. A gut bomb for sure. He didn't complain, but I told her I couldn't eat my dish and she said she talked to the chef and he wouldn't give me any sort of compensation or alternative. For being a high end restaurant, they sure don't prioritize their customers' satisfaction. This was our one fancy dinner out for Valentine's Day. Very very disappointed I was treated this way. I will never go back there again unfortunately.

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  9. Matthew

    Seattle

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We dined at Over the Moon for Valentines Day. From start to finish, the experience delivered everything we hoped for when we booked the reservation. We started w/ the clams, waldorf salad, and bisque. Clams: Smaller starter packed w/ flavor. Perfect way to start the evening. The fresh sourdough bread dipped in the clam broth was quite enjoyable. Waldorf salad: The beat/ parsnip puree in this salad was phenomenal and paired beautifully w/ the frisee, walnuts, and pickled fruits. Bisque: Light, refined, and filled w/ crab. Saved some sourdough for dipping and basically scraped the bowl clean. For mains, we had the duck breast and lobster mac and cheese. Duck: Perfectly cooked, crispy skin, unctuous cherry reduction. The side mashers and veg paired well. Lobster Mac: Very filling. Lobster chunks were apparent is nearly every single bite. To finish the meal, we enjoyed the lemon posset, which provided the perfect ending to an outstanding meal. Light, refreshing, and topped w/ a to-die-for strawberry sauce. Wish I had another right now. We always love our dining experiences at Over the Moon and this one was no exception. Needless to say, we'll be back sooner rather than later.

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  10. Tom

    VIP

    Seattle

    50 reviews

    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Over the Moon has been consistent for years: excellent food, wonderful ambiance, and friendly, caring staff. We are thrilled that with the new changes in ownership, all of its incredible attributes remain. The new owner is marvelous, personable and exhibits the caring nature of a committed chef. Over the Moon remains a highly desired dining location.

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FAQs

Over The Moon Cafe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (253) 284-3722.

Over The Moon Cafe is rated 4.8 stars by 2614 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM

Select a time

Booked 9 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Over The Moon Cafe

709 Court C/Opera Alley, Tacoma, WA 98402

Additional information

  • Cross street
    7th between St. Helens and Broadway
  • Neighborhood
    Tacoma
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, European, Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    There is parking in front of the restaurant and on our side street of 7th. This is paid (75 cents an hour) 2 hour parking.
  • Public transit
    Bus stops are located 1/2 block above on St. Helens and one block below on Broadway.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Deanna Bender
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wine
  • Phone number
    (253) 284-3722
  • Catering
    We do private events in the restaurant for up to 38 people sit-down. Please contact the restaurant directly for specific menu options and reservations. <br /><br />
  • Private party facilities
    Relaxed comfortable and professional "buy out" private dining offered in this small restaurant that provides personal touches and great food.
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