Food & Drink
Gig Harbor’s dining experiences range from formal to low-key.
From family favorites to romantic dining, artisanal whiskey tastings to inventive Northwest fare, “Harburritos” to Hill Country style BBQ… and everything in between, the harbor has a plethora of dining options.
Hops n’ Drops
Westside
"A Neighborhood Gathering Place," this regional restaurant chain that got its start in Bonney Lake, serves ice-cold beer, unique beverages, burgers, and bar-friendly eats in a comfortable, fun, and familiar environment.
Green.House
Uptown
Where fresh, flavorful, simply prepared food at a good value is served with integrity. Whether it's on the patio, in the bar, or by a cozy fireplace, come in and try our delicious new additions to the menus and nightly chalkboard specials.
Applebee’s
Uptown
Serving good food to good people. Today, what was once a popular neighborhood restaurant has grown to become a popular restaurant in neighborhoods all across North America serving steaks, burgers, seafood and more
Brimstone PNW
Downtown
Influenced by BBQ flavors found around the country all done up with a PNW twist, Brimstone’s smoked meats are dry-rubbed, with cheekily-named sauce options. Sunday brunches and Sunday night fried chicken are standouts.
El Pueblito
Harborview North
El Pueblito takes pride in the quality of their family recipes and thinks of you as family and serves you with the same quality and friendliness as they serve in their homes. Come in and give it a try and they'll greet you with a big smile!
The Marketplace Grille
Harborview North
Gig Harbor's best-kept secret. Great food with breathtaking views of the harbor. If iconic NW food is what you're searching for, this is the place to go. Try their mouth-watering homemade fish and chips and fresh-from-scratch tartar sauce.
Thai Hut
Harborview
Features a full menu of delicious Thai cuisine. Open seven days a week to satisfy cravings for hot, fresh, and filling Thai dishes including entrees, curries, vegetarian options, and more. Open for lunch and dinner.
Java & Clay Cafe
Harborview
Breakfast, sandwiches, pastries, and lunch plus coffee, beer, and wine with a side of DIY art at this gem along Harborview Drive. Cookies, breakfast sandwiches and coffees make this an ideal stop on a morning walk through the harbor.
JP's Hy Iu Hee Hee
Gig Harbor North
Gig Harbor’s favorite dive, The Hy Iu Hee Hee in Gig Harbor has been around for over 30 years, serving great food, cold beer, Happiness and Good Times. Scratch-made menu, kid-friendly brunch and one of Gig Harbor’s top-rated Bloody Marys.
The Harbor General Store
Pioneer
A deli-style menu with a drive-thru, coffee, tea, and a menu featuring everything from Acai Bowls and the “Harburrito” for breakfasts to pasta salads, sandwiches and inventive salads to-go. Dine in, or peruse the grab-and-go wine and beer selections.
Tides Tavern
Harborview
This over-21 only establishment serves up consistently awesome seafood and stiff drinks on the cozy, historic interior and the awe-inspiring patio. Arrive via boat or land to this spot rated one of America’s best seafood shacks of all time.
Table47
Westside
Shareable, farm-fresh dining at its Northwest best, with fresh globally-inspired innovations, focusing on responsibly grown ingredients from local growers and producers. Don’t miss the Happy Hour menu, attached to Ocean5 Complex.
Moctezuma’s
Uptown
Serving award-winning, quality Mexican cuisine, and margaritas in a beautiful and authentic atmosphere in the Puget Sound area since 1978. Happy hour specials are a particular local favorite, ask about the in-house tequila bar.
Lunchbox Laboratory
Uptown
A nationally recognized culinary force, this spot features a full bar with eclectic cocktails that match the uncommon burger and shake recipes that they are famous for. Be sure to check out the “experiments” menu.
Mizu Japanese Steakhouse
Downtown
Mizu Steakhouse is built around family, friends, unique memories and quality ingredients. Teppanyaki tables offer dinner theatre, while an extensive sushi menu at the bar shines a spotlight on the freshest PNW seafood.
NetShed No. 9
Harborview
The owners of Brix 25° bring you NetShed No. 9, the restaurant that has all the food critics raving! Don't forget about the amazing views and abundance of outdoor seating. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Order the waffles.
Devoted Kiss Café
Harborview North
Making dreams come true one sandwich at a time. Breakfast, brunch and prime views of Gig Harbor! Borrow a book or magazine, log on to free WiFi, cozy up to the fire or grab a seat on the deck, outdoor and indoor seating available.
Susanne’s Bakery
Millville
Loved by locals, Susanne's offers up amazing deli-style soup and sandwiches as well as desserts and homemade bread. The Strawberry Whipped Cream Cake can’t be missed, muffins, scones, and morning pastries are a standout as well.
Tokyo Teriyaki
Pioneer
Good ol' teriyaki right in the heart of town, good for casual lunches or take-out, ideal for a pickup to take down to Seven Seas Brewery nearby. Kids’ plates and classic katsu or salmon teriyaki are our picks.
Massimo Bar & Grill
Purdy
Waterfront Italian by the Purdy Bridge, Naples-style. Waterfront outdoor seating, outstanding tiramisu, full menu. Lunch, dinner, and early afternoon and late night happy hours.
Finholm Market
Harborview
Open 7 days a week. Finholm's has been serving the community since forever as far as locals are concerned! Offering a variety of deli items with an extensive offering of beer, wine, and cider to choose from.
BBQ2U
Uptown
This Hill Country style BBQ joint features a self-contained smoker burning post oak and mesquite hardwood (with local alder or fruitwood), for truly amazing barbeque. The sides and Banana Pudding for dessert are knockouts, too.
Fondi Pizzeria
Uptown
Inspired by the small Italian town of Fondi, Italy, this spot serves up authentic, artisan, brick-oven fired Neopolitan-style pizza that’s perfectly chewy and perfectly flavorful. Fresh salads, pastas and a gelato bar round out the menu.
Lele Thai & Vietnamese
Uptown
Family-owned and operated, Grandma serves as the head cook. We serve each bite of Southeast Asia, with story of culture, authenticity.uthentic Thai food in a beautiful atmosphere. Full lunch and dinner menu available.
Morso
Harborview North
Casual & comfortable with views that won’t quit. Perfect for a happy hour, or full lunch or dinner date, Morso serves up a full menu, wine, beer, art and music. Selected as Open Table Top 100 Wine Lists in America.
Millville Pizza Co.
Harborview
Situated in the historic Millville neighborhood, Millville Pizza Co. serves wood-fired pizza, seasonal salads, appetizers, and homemade desserts, along with a fresh local beer and wine list. Sit outside, or snag a table in the intimate dining room.
Puerto Vallarta
Gig Harbor North
Lively Mexican restaurant with fun atmosphere, authentic taste, and grande portions. Friendly service and great food at reasonable prices, full bar, and extensive menu. Lunch, dinner, and buffet options for families, and casual get-togethers.
William Patrick Coffee
Pioneer
Drive-thru espresso located on the corner of Judson Street and Pioneer Way, known for expansive menu and hand-crafted espresso drinks that add an oomph to mornings, non-coffee beverages and breakfast items balance out the menu.
Davenport Coffee
Olympic
Coffee bar by day, wine bar by night - this spot features a surprisingly robust menu full of waffles, sandwiches, flatbreads and small plates to accompany a regionally focused wine list. Live music adds to the ambiance
Milkvue Donuts
Uptown
Featuring mochi donuts that are massively popular in Asia, Milkvue brings forward inventive flavors like blueberry lavender or green tea, partnered with classic favorites like vanilla bean. The apple fritter is highly recommended.
Brix25
Harborview
Seasonal Northwest Cuisine from Chef Thad Lyman- rustic and refined, rooted in Northwest products - inventive food, cocktails, a curated Northwest-focused wine list with top-notch service.
Ms. Saigon
Westside
Authentic Vietnamese dining featuring entrees that cater to all diets, from vegetarians to gluten-free. All menu items are family-owned recipes and crafted from scratch, hand-crafted teas stand out, and banh mi is a must-try.
Blazing Onion
Uptown
An awesome gourmet burger restaurant founded in the NW featuring fresh house-made recipes and known for their over 25 "Better Burger" builds, with options from Angus 100% ground chuck to spicy black bean burger.
Panera Bread
Uptown
National chain focused on fresh salads, pasta, sandwiches, soups, flatbreads, pizza, breakfasts, and baked goods, served in a warm, welcoming environment, by people who care. Plant-based menu offered, indoor and outdoor seating available.
Bella Femmina
Downtown
The Sicilian-inspired restaurant overlooks Harborview Drive and the Gig Harbor Marina mixing classic Italian with bountiful Northwest seafood. Keep an eye on specials like the Lobster Crawfish Gnocchi with Tomato Vodka Sauce.
Anthony's
Harborview North
Dedicated to giving our guests a true Northwest dining experience, Anthony’s has earned the reputation for the finest fresh seafood, perfectly prepared and expertly served with an uncompromising commitment to quality and value.
The Gourmet Burger Shop
Harborview
Handmade burgers with quality ingredients, milkshakes, local beer on tap, wine, homemade soups, and fresh, unique side options are served up from this craftsman-style house. Snag a patio seat for a summer lunch!
Il Lucano
Pioneer
Traditional Italian, this long-standing favorite serves up fresh pasta, pizzas, soups, and salads for lunch and dinner. Families and date nights alike enjoy this classic spot. Full bar, standout wine list, and bottles for purchase.
Animarum
Harborview
This small spot next to the History Museum makes a big impact. With a speakeasy-styled menu featuring esgargot to naan pizza, try for a reservation in the tasting-menu-only private tents that change their cuisine theme seasonally.
Kimball Coffeehouse
Kimball
Great food, rich hand-crafted coffee, and sensational music that makes you move. Breakfast, lunch, pizzas, sandwiches and a dessert menu where Affogato is a favorite.