Bostwick Cafe - Tacoma

Went here the night of the tree lighting at the Pantages a couple weeks ago and will not return. While waiting in line (with only 2 customers in front of me) there’s a man who received his coffee with the world tiniest little container of creamer so he asked for more (not rude in any way) to which an older blonde lady responds, very loud with an attitude “can you be patient and wait” even tho he didn’t get what he ALREADY ordered.The only reason I didn’t leave was because we had a bit to wait for the tree lighting and I wanted something warm for me and my kid.

I ordered a Vanilla Frappe and a bagel. The bagel was okay (it was prepackaged), but the drink was surprisingly disappointing. I had read some reviews and thought this place would be better. The frappe was basically blended ice mixed with milk or cream and a hint of vanilla extract. There was no whipped cream or vanilla bean in sight. It was difficult to finish since it felt more like drinking crushed ice with milk. The price was a bit high, though that's not unusual for cafes. Unfortunately, the customer service left a lot to be desired. I can understand why some people might find the staff rude and unwelcoming. Save your time and money and go somewhere else!

This is a locally owned coffee shop, and I'm glad the current owners have maintained the vibe that this space has had for over 20 years—first as Legal Grounds, then as Tully's, and now as Bostwick. The service is friendly, and the coffee is excellent. I've been trying out different shots of espresso lately, and Bostwick's are smooth and not bitter. They also offer a nice selection of simple bagels, sandwiches, and pastries.

Cute cafe, friendly staff. Good food/coffee. Perfect place to hang out on a lazy weekend. It's nice when the staff plays live piano. :

This place is great! My friend has been telling me about it for weeks and she finally dragged me out to experience it for myself. The food was great and the server, Rebel was the best. Thanks for showing the love and making us laugh. We’ll definitely be back soon!