Local businesses we love

South Tacoma is full of family-run shops, pop-ups, and services you will not find in a mall. We highlight neighbors doing things a little differently—and share a discounts book so you can support them.

Neighborhood discounts book

Download our printable guide with small perks from participating businesses—think a free drink with a meal, a discount on repairs, or a bonus item when you shop local.

Businesses can request to be included by emailing [email protected].

Download discounts book (PDF)

Featured neighbors

These listings are a starting point—reach out to each business directly for hours, menus, and availability.

Food & gathering

Lakewood Corner Kitchen

Weeknight pop-up dinners and community tables in a converted garage—rotating menus, pay-what-you-can nights once a month.

Near S 56th & Tacoma Ave

Repair & reuse

South End Tool Library

Borrow tools for home projects, bike fixes, and garden work. Membership sliding scale; volunteers teach basic repair clinics.

McKinley · by appointment

Arts & retail

Alma Street Press

Zine shop and risograph studio selling local artists’ work, hosting open print nights and youth art workshops.

South Tacoma Way

Wellness

Roots Mobile Massage

Sliding-scale bodywork in a converted van and at community events. Spanish and English; trauma-informed practice.

Mobile · South Tacoma

Groceries

Abuela’s Pantry Co-op

Member-run bulk buying club with weekly pickup—staples, produce from nearby farms, and hot sauce swaps on Saturdays.

Eastside · pickup only

Services

Neighbor Notary & Forms

Low-cost notary and help filling out housing and immigration paperwork by appointment—donation-based, no upselling.

Lincoln District

Own a business? We are building this directory with the community. Email [email protected] with your name, neighborhood, and a short description to be considered for the next update.