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Hello, Cupcake
February 02nd, 2023
This location is about 25 minutes from the base, located in downtown tacoma. This a local small business max the staff are always friendly and highly educated on the cupcakes if you have questions. It’s street parking you can normally get a park right by the cupcake place. They do military discount and have a rewards program. You can redeem your rewards for cupcakes. They are always changing the favors. They have mini cupcakes for kids. This place is truly a hidden gem.
Farrelli's Wood Fire Pizza
February 02nd, 2023
Locate right outside the DuPont gate. There is even an ice cream shop near by. They have military night. The prices are reasonable. The food is delicious every time. Great customer service. The places look small from the outside but on the inside it is huge. They wood cook the pizza. They have the best wings. They even give the kids play dough to play with while you wait for the food. You can always order online and they bring it right out to your car.
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
February 01st, 2023
Great location attach to the Tacoma Mall. This location is about 18 minutes away from the base using the highway. They have a great lunch menu for $12. This place is a bit pricey if you don’t go during lunch but definitely worth what you pay for the food and atmosphere. They stay open until midnight. Big on the inside, with great customer service. The location is clean and upkeep. Variety of food options and they serve local craft beer.
The Cheesecake Factory
February 01st, 2023
Great location attach to the Tacoma Mall. This location is about 18 minutes away from the base using the highway. They served brunch on the weekends which is so nice. They also have happy hour during the week which is a must to check out. The services is always great and the place is clean. You never wait too long at this location. They also do order ahead online and bring the food out to your car.
Tacoma Mall
February 01st, 2023
This is the bigger mall location, it is 18 minutes away from the base if you take I5. Lots of shopping options along with a food court. They have also have nice restaurants attach to the mall like the Cheesecake Factory and BJs Brewhouse. The have many department stores like Jcpenny, Macys, and Nordstrom. The parking is a nightmare. They close fairly early. They do have extend hours during the holiday’s. Very clean and upkeep. Never any long lines in any of the stores
South Hill Mall
February 01st, 2023
This is smaller mall, about 20 minutes away from the base if you take I5. Great customer service, the inside has been recently remodeled. Very clean mall. Huge parking lot for parking. They open at 10am and close at 9pm. During holiday times they have extend hours. Lots of store on the inside. There is also a Target attach to this mall with a Starbucks. Great deals. There is shopping places around the mall and also food places.
Pine & Moss LLC
February 01st, 2023
Great small business. Right outside the DuPont gate, across from the Starbucks. They have holiday gifts and housewarming items to thank you gifts. They always have cute stationary items. I have always been able to find exactly what I was looking for. Lots of locally inspired items and unique finds. Kimberly and her staff are exceptional and attentive. You are also able to shop online with this company which is a plus. This place is perfect.
Safeway
February 01st, 2023
Safeway is overall a decent place to get groceries and household items. This location stays open until midnight. Even open on holidays with different hours. The prices are reasonable. They have a great rewards programs you can sign up for and get additional savings. the rewards program allows you to save on gas also. There is self checkout in the location. The clerks are generally polite and attentive. The store is usually clean. I enjoy shopping at Safeway.
Fred Meyer
February 01st, 2023
Fred Meyer is overall a decent place to get groceries and household items. Prices are good. They have a great rewards programs you can sign up for and get additional savings. Great selection variety: they have a pharmacy, gaming section, a place to buy real jewelry and get your jewelry fix, and a Starbucks. You can also get fresh seafood along with fresh deli and baked goods. There is self checkout in the location. Overall great experience.
bareMinerals Boutiques
February 01st, 2023
I love bare minerals and their different products. I highly recommend their products and this location. I have visited this location a few times and the staff is always kind and attentive. I never feel pressured to buy products. If you are not sure what to buy or what will match you the staff is very knowledgeable. They have a variety products and it’s located inside the mall. They also have a great rewards programs.