# Authentic spots in New Tacoma > A dining experience that stays true to its roots instead of catering to the expectations of the masses. Source: https://www.atly.com/united-states/washington/tacoma/new-tacoma/best-authentic ## Places (7) ### 1. The Palace Kebab Indoor food court offers authentic Persian style with juicy marinated chicken and fresh, sizable portions. Warm, inviting atmosphere features quirky PNW vibes and beautiful artwork. Tables with fresh flowers add a unique touch to the lively setting. - Address: 430 E 25th St, Tacoma, WA 98421, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/ThePalaceKebab ### 2. DND Soul Cuisine Small, cozy spot serves flavorful soul food with a family-oriented atmosphere. Warm, inviting vibe feels like home with soul music playing softly. Down-home decor featuring black art adds to the authentic, laid-back energy. - Address: 308 E 26th St, Tacoma, WA 98421, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/DNDSoulCuisine ### 3. Little India Express Old train warehouse setting offers a charming, homey vibe with authentic Punjabi dishes made from traditional ingredients. Quick service and vegan options make it popular for fresh, flavorful Indian food. Friendly, mom-and-pop energy adds to the welcoming atmosphere. - Address: 430 E 25th St #35, Tacoma, WA 98421, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/LittleIndiaExpress ### 4. Indita Mia Mexican restaurant offers authentic Jalisco cuisine with fresh ingredients and well-presented dishes. Enjoy marina and waterway views from indoor or dog-friendly outdoor seating with tabletop heating. Lively atmosphere blends classy and family-friendly vibes with loud music creating vibrant energy. - Address: 1715 Dock St, Tacoma, WA 98402, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/InditaMia ### 5. Berliner Beerhall Large space with communal tables and an industrial loft style creates a lively, cozy vibe. Authentic German beers and fireplace seating add unique charm. Food serves authentic German fare with large portions and true pronunciation. - Address: 2401 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/BerlinerBeerhall ### 6. Chili Thai Downtown Tacoma Cozy interior with smooth jazz and real flowers sets a warm mood. Food offers authentic Thai flavors with fresh, flavorful dishes. Small touches like origami floral arrangements add unique charm to the classy, relaxed space. - Address: 1129 Broadway, Tacoma, WA 98402, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/ChiliThaiDowntownTacoma ### 7. Thai Pepper Small, cozy spot with authentic Thai cuisine offers a welcoming vibe and affordable prices. Energy shifts from quiet dates to lively crowds. Staff enhance the traditional decor and atmosphere. - Address: 701 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/ThaiPepper1 ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.