# Lunch spots in South End > Made for those who refuse to let a busy schedule force them into eating a mediocre midday meal. Source: https://www.atly.com/united-states/washington/tacoma/south-end/best-lunch-spot ## Places (10) ### 1. Buddy's Chicken & Waffles Large restaurant buzzes with Soul R&B music and hip hop cafe vibe. Chicken and waffles offer a filling, quick lunch with big portions. Walls show vibrant artwork while kids enjoy a giant Connect Four game. Lemon drop martinis add a notable touch. - Address: 3709 S G St, Tacoma, WA 98418, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Buddy's-Chicken-Waffles ### 2. Thọ Tường BBQ Small space with a recent remodel feels like a Vietnamese home. Lunch offers double protein combos like roasted pork and crispy duck with vegetables and broken rice. Loud, crowded atmosphere filled with families and friends makes it a bustling spot. - Address: 717 S 38th St, Tacoma, WA 98418, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Thọ-Tường-BBQ ### 3. Mama's Teriyaki Enjoy generous portions of spicy chicken lunch specials and flavorful teriyaki in a casual spot with quick pickup. Clean facilities and consistent quality make it a top choice for lunch and Japanese food lovers. - Address: 3814 Pacific Ave #104, Tacoma, WA 98418, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Mama's-Teriyaki ### 4. Cambodian and Chinese Fast Food Asian fast food spot buzzes with loud islander families and offers hearty meals perfect for lunch with leftovers. Clean, comfortable space shows care through generous portions and free dishes. Views of Bangor Watt add charm during waits. - Address: 1901 S 72nd St, Tacoma, WA 98408, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/CambodianAndChineseFastFood ### 5. Little Jerry's Seinfeld-themed diner offers a cozy atmosphere with walls full of memorabilia. Compact seating creates a communal vibe perfect for casual meals. Lunch features reliable dishes and the show plays continuously, adding fun energy to the experience. - Address: 8233 Park Ave. S, Tacoma, WA 98408, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Little-Jerry's ### 6. Harbor City Tacoma Restaurant Bright pink walls set a lively scene for authentic Chinese food with large portions perfect for groups. Dim sum shines as a lunch highlight, paired with modern QR code ordering for quick service. The hole-in-the-wall gem vibe keeps it casual and fun. - Address: 4816 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98408, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/HarborCityTacomaRestaurant ### 7. Red Dragon Teriyaki Restaurant Bright decorations and loud TV create a lively vibe. Lunch specials at $5.99 offer chicken teriyaki with rice and fresh salad. Fast service and large portions make it a great casual spot for authentic flavors. - Address: 7034 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98408, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/RedDragonTeriyakiRestaurant ### 8. El Rinconsito | Tacoma Simple setup with counter ordering and quick table service creates a cozy vibe. Fresh salsa bar with Pico de Gallo adds a unique touch. Perfect for quick lunch breaks and casual stops after events. - Address: 7210 Pacific Ave #7113, Tacoma, WA 98408, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/El-Rinconsito-Tacoma ### 9. Jubilee Burger Old school burger joint with a vintage diner vibe and fast service perfect for lunch breaks. The Jubilee Burger shines as a solid afternoon meal. Casual, upbeat atmosphere feels family friendly with clean, classic seating. - Address: 858 S 38th St, Tacoma, WA 98418, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/JubileeBurger ### 10. Applebee's Grill + Bar Combines sports bar vibe with family-friendly energy and festive balloons. Serves light lunch perfect for casual meals and child's birthday celebrations. Atmosphere is loud and busy, mixing families and sports fans. - Address: 1919 S 72nd St, Tacoma, WA 98408, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Applebee's-Grill-Bar147 ## 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.