The Forum

815 Pacific Ave A, Tacoma - 98402
236 reviews
Cocktail Bar American
(253) 830-2151

We had a really nice waiter. We asked for his recommendation, took the fish tacos and the fried shrimp tacos. We asked what he thinks about the fried Mac and cheese, but decided not to take them. Later he surprised us with them and we loved it.We were so full, so we packed the left overs into a paper box. So much better than the plastic ones!

Cool tavern located in Tacoma's Old City Hall Historic District at the Olympus Hotel.  Check out the original bar shipped in from France in the 1800's! Great drink selection with a full bar and 14 rotating taps.  Food is reasonably priced with a selection of burgers, sandwiches, and other pub fare.  Very dog friendly with pups welcome in the establishment!

In Tacoma on business, and this is one of the few places around that didn't seem overpriced for what it provides. Great food, enthusiastic and attentive service, and reasonable prices. I wish there had been more restaurants like this in the area.

The decor and ambience was okay. Wasn't busy early after hours time around 4pm. Ordered drinks and a couple of 2go items. The drinks were fantastic. I believe Stormy something I know it had finger beer as an ingredient. Tasty. But the meals that was a different story. First they didn't. Have what I intinally wanted which was the halibut and chips.. no seafood available (during this pandemic this kind of thing happens)then I asked for the smokey riibs.. they were out of this as well. Then I opted for the always available WINGS.. chilli favored. And also some makeshift better than Arrbys roast beef sandwich. I tell everyone listening.. the food was subpar the Onion Rings that came with the order were burnt. I don't know.. I want to go back.. I need to try the ribs and the halibut.. I will know for sure what this restaurant is really about ta-ta for now. I will give a future update as soon as I have those items mentioned above. The entire meal and drinks cost about 40something dollars. Not bad. Don't 4get it was happy hour

The service was fantastic. The menu has something for everyone which is pretty nice. Overall the food was about what would would expect for a pub grill, not bad but you won't brag to everyone you meet about. They have a good beer selection and cocktails. They are in the small downtown area where there are a handful of bar/food spots and this one is one of the better ones. The service from everyone working there was great which made for a great dining experience.

I was recommended this bar so I brought some friends over and we sat down, the bartender checked our ids and all of us were good except for one of us. My friend who has been going through chemotherapy for some years now was told he couldn’t be served because his ID didn’t match his face even though all the facial features look the exact same only his hair and skin color changed due to the intense treatment. We tried explaining the situation but we were just told that none of us would be served. Awful service. The place next door had much better service.

Great friendly service. Happy hour pricing for beer, salad, burger, tots - all good and FULL portions. Cool bar and light fixtures. Lottsa sports TVs. Like it, will be back.

They are dog friendly, food and beers were great, so it’s a yes! The place is beautiful too with a lot of antique touches. We enjoyed our time there and I would recommend this place?

Nice place. Went there for a few drinks with some new people. This place serves food, has games, and, a good variety of music. The bar has beer pong in the back and the bathrooms are clean. The staff is nice and professional. The were short-staffed and still have prompt and courteous service to everyone.

This place is great! I had the grilled cheese and it was so delicious! I liked the bar and how big it is and the crew and customers were very nice. Reasonable prices on the cocktails and food.