If you are looking for many stores in one place, then Tacoma Mall is the place to be as it is the largest place to shop in Tacoma. Tacoma Mall has a variety of stores, from mid-range stores to those that offer designer brands. It is smaller than the malls and malls in Seattle, such as Southcenter in Tukwila, but quite a bit larger than South Hill Mall in Puyallup or Capitol Mall in Olympia, making it the largest in the South Sound.
Whether you need a quick run and a drink or want a place to hang out, Tacoma Mall offers all the shopping goodies you could ask for, including a food court and a number of outdoor perimeter restaurants that have just been on the rise. in recent years.
However, if you are not a fan of shopping malls, scroll down and you will find a list of shopping areas in Tacoma that have a less commercial and more local vibe.
Tacoma Mall Address
4502 S Steele Street
Tacoma, WA 98409
(253) 475-4566
Hours
Monday to Saturday: 10:00 am to 9:00 pm
Sunday: 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Regular hours change in the holiday season, and the mall generally stays open quite late in late November and throughout December (think 11pm to midnight). On Black Friday, the mall is usually open all night, but not all stores are open during the late hours.
Groceries
The list of Tacoma Mall stores is extensive. The mall is anchored by several department stores, including Macy’s, Nordstrom, JCPenney, and Dick’s. Other major stores include Old Navy, H&M, Gap, Buckle, Garage, and David’s Bridal. There are plenty of places to shop for toddlers too, including Gymboree, Crazy 8, and Build-A-Bear Workshop.
There is also the necessary Apple Store and Genius Bar.
The mall is also home to a Gene Juarez spa, an Envy massage, and an executive massage (a booth near JCPenney) if you’re interested in unwinding.
Beyond shopping for clothing, the Tacoma Mall is home to athletic stores, an abundance of jewelry stores, optical care, a travel store, and novelty stores like Spencer’s.
Restaurants
The entrance to the Tacoma Mall food court is on the 48th street side. The food court is the best place for a variety of cheap and fast foods, including Subway and Villa Pizza, Thai and teriyaki, and Chinese food. There are also a few coffee shops in the mall, like Starbucks and the Nordstrom Bistro.
Beyond the food court, there are also restaurants to sit in and near the mall. Near Nordstrom is Sushi Express, a conveyor belt sushi restaurant. On the 48th street side of the mall, you’ll find BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse, Mod Pizza, Cheesecake Factory, Blazing Onion, and Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt.
Less than half a mile away, Azteca at 48th and Tacoma Mall Boulevard is a great option for a sit-down Mexican meal. There are also a number of other restaurants on Tacoma Mall Boulevard and across the mall along 38th Street.
Other shopping areas in Tacoma
If you want to do some shopping, but are not a fan of shopping malls, there are other areas and shopping centers in Tacoma:
6th Avenue: 6th Ave does not have designer stores or department stores, but you will find funky clothing stores, record stores, and other small independent businesses and restaurants. Businesses are almost exclusively locally owned and operated on the east end of the street (between State and Proctor streets), and there are more chains on the western end (between Orchard and Mildred).
Downtown Tacoma : Downtown doesn’t have a lot of stores to offer, but you can find some great independent stores along Pacific Avenue near the University of Washington Tacoma campus, including vintage clothing stores, Tinkertopia, where you’ll find creative supplies with A special touch. and The Stock List gift shop.
Antique Row : Not far from the city center, Antique Row is located at 9th Street and Broadway, near the theater district. More than 20 antique stores are within a few blocks, each specializing in something unique.
Proctor District: While this part of the city is small, you will find a surprising range of shops here. Again, there are no big box stores, but you will find grocery stores, the Pacific Northwest Shop, a few clothing stores, and more.
Lakewood Towne Center – Located in nearby Lakewood, this collection of big box stores used to be a mall. Today, it is simply a collection of large stores located together. You’ll find Target, Barnes and Noble, office stores, clothing and shoe stores, grocery stores, and more.
