Lucky Penny Cafe

What a wonderful little place — excellent to grab a quick bite for lunch! Had the bi bim bap just the other day & it was one of THE BEST I’ve ever had, this is my favorite Korean dish & one of my all-​time top most loved dishes, Penny did a fantastic job!
Friendly, warm service & light conversation made this a wonderful experience! I will try to stop here at least once a week for a take-​home dinner that’s sure to please!

Amazing food! Penny is an amazing chef and is super sweet! I live on the east coast and stumbled across this café while on a work trip; I absolutely dream about her Korean food. Try it out you won’t be disappointed.

Tucked away in Tacoma’s World Trade Center building, Lucky Penny Café would be hard to find if you aren’t looking for it. I’m so glad I stumbled across it though while on a visit to Tacoma’s Chamber of Commerce.
First of all, Penny, is the sweetest lady ever! She makes mean sandwiches but also a few Asian dishes. I regularly get her combo fried rice. It’s now my go-​to place when I’m working in downtown Tacoma and need a quick but hearty bite to eat.
Don’t be surprised to hear some authentic Korean music playing in the background– it adds to the eclectic Penny!
Also note: there are only a few places to sit… a couple of tables just outside of the café, so it’s not really a sit-​down restaurant. Be prepared to take-​out!

Great friendly service. Good coffee and blended drinks at better prices than Starbucks. They also have a number of breakfast and lunch sandwhiches. Plus bibimbap daily and bool gogi on some days.

Fast, Friendly Service. More alternative drinks than Starbucks. Excellent sandwiches. A few authentic Korean dishes. Everything made quickly to order.