56th Teriyaki — Restaurant in Tacoma

First impressions are important. They got the order wrong, the katsu sauce taste like mostly ketchup and their salad left much to be desired. A salad, without including dressing, has more than 1 ingredient ... Iceberg lettuce. Vegetables in the teriyaki was a nice addition that I don't often find, the service was quick and the lady at the front desk was very nice. I thought the overall flavor could be described as 1 step above Safeway teriyaki. Though I am disappointed by my first impressions I am not discouraged. For me, service is pivotal in evaluating my overall dining experience and if I were to rate the place solely by that standard I would have given them 5 stars. Alas, this is not the case. Keeping all this in mind, I will definitely give this place another go in hopes that I just caught them...

56th Teriyaki is a solid local spot for satisfying, no-frills Japanese comfort food. The portions are generous, the prices are fair, and the food is consistently hot and flavorful. The chicken teriyaki is a standout — tender, well-grilled, and served with plenty of sauce, rice, and a fresh salad.

The menu also includes options like yakisoba, gyoza, and beef short ribs, all made with care and served quickly. The staff are friendly and efficient, making it an easy choice for both takeout and casual dine-in.

If you're in Tacoma and craving hearty, classic teriyaki, 56th Teriyaki delivers dependable flavor and...

Take-Out Only Other than the fact that I was hoping to sit down and take a break while eating a very late lunch on the road, this place was delightful. The food was fresh, cooked perfectly the garlic chicken has a ton of garlic in it! (I love garlic). The portion was ample for the price, and the woman behind the counter was very sweet. I arrived between lunch and dinner with no one ahead of me, and got my food in less than 5 minutes. Will add this to my to-go favorites for when I’m in...