Marcia's Silver Spoon Cafe

The servers we had were very pleasant, and knowledgeable of menu and side options. The decoration felt homie and was very comforting, had a humble kind of country feel to it. Pancakes are as big as the plate they come on, that kind of slightly puffy and dense batter that soaks up butter and syrup like a sponge. Definitely want to go back and try some more stuff when I'm in the area.My friend had chicken tenders and waffles, tenders looked crispy on the outside and moist and tender inside. He also got a side of loaded hashbrowns, which looked like a meal by itself. My hashbrowns were still great, crunchy exterior and yielding center, just werent the fancy beast version. The chicken fried steak was seasoned well with just the right amount of gravy, didn't need to add any extra seasonings. They offer 10% off if you pay with cash as well, nice way to make sure you can tip the waitress without the taxman and the business can be charged less for debit and credit services.

This small diner gives giant portions of delicious quality. The kind of home cooking your grandma would be jealous about. The food is made with crabs, butter, flavor, and love.The staff are friendly and welcoming.There is charm in the air when. You walk in.

Following PT, it was off to find breakfast. After being unable to find parking at another restaurant, it was back to being on a breakfast venture. Plan B did not disappoint. Detours can make for the best adventures.Marcia’s Silver Spoon Cafe opened in 1988 in a building erected in 1929. The building may be old but the restaurant was very clean, and well loved. The owner of the original restaurant, which preceded it, also co-owned The Top of the Ocean. Anyone who lived in Tacoma, prior to the mid-70’s, which is when it was destroyed by fire, should have vivid memories of that beautiful waterfront structure and mirror lined ballroom.The outside is rather nondescript, but the inside takes you right back to the 50’s style diners. We were greeted warmly as we entered and seated immediately. Coffee and water was served, along with menus. Pictures with labels of some of the meals served, are posted on the west wall. A handwritten set of FAQ’s is posted by the kitchen for those needing additional assistance when it comes to differentiating some of the menu items.After perusing both sides of the menu, and asking for recommendations, we ordered. Ray had the chicken fried steak omelette with hash browns. I chose the two meat and cheese omelette, and sprang extra for the country potatoes, which can come with peppers and onions. I decided plain potatoes were fine by me. Wheat toast for Ray and sourdough toast for me, rounded out our breakfast order.Our meals arrived quickly and did not disappoint!!! Ray’s chicken fried steak omelette, was huge, well loaded with large chunks of meat, and perfectly seasoned gravy. The hash browns were crispy, without being overdone, or soggy, which we both hate.I ordered sausage and bacon as the meat choices for my omelette and it was loaded!!! The bacon was the real deal and not the chunked up mystery meat stuff which sometimes comes in bacon omelettes. I don’t know how many sausage patties were chunked up in my omelette, but the cook didn’t skimp on them. It also contained white and green onions, which complemented my omelette, and didn’t bite back, and a cheddar and Colby cheese mixture. My country potatoes were a healthy serving. I was offered onions and peppers, but wasn’t in the mood, so I declined. While my parrot is a vegetable eater, he also prefers his potatoes “naked”. He will get some tomorrow when I eat the rest of my breakfast.While the outside of the building may look run down, and unkempt, the inside, atmosphere and food are anything but that. There was a lot of laughter and camaraderie, making our meal enjoyable. This hidden gem should not be overlooked. First impressions can be misleading. Don’t bypass the opportunity for an excellent meal which will not disappoint. This is one place where we will definitely return!!

This has been the best dining experience I’ve had since moving to Tacoma. The portions are huge, the food is amazing, and the staff are all incredibly friendly and helpful! Their pancakes are crispy on the edges but still soft and fluffy. Me and my boyfriend can’t wait to eat there again!

Eating at Marcia’s silver Spoon Cafe is like sitting down at the table and welcoming a home cooked meal. Staff is friendly, cooks are well rounded in a variety of different dishes. Your plate will be abundantly filled with a mouth watering and delicious meal. You will leave with a smile on your face, a fully satisfied stomach and leftovers for another meal. Highly recommended!!!

We stopped in on a Saturday morning around 10 a.m., and surprisingly, we only waited about 15 minutes. The dining room is somewhat small but very cozy and the atmosphere was very friendly.That all being said, the food was excellent and, in my opinion, worth the wait.Now, the only reason reason I didn't offer 5 stars for service, comes down to my girlfriend having a shellfish allergy and the fact that this establishment couldn't assure there wasn't risk of a cross contamination hazard. She did, however, order the oatmeal, which she said was excellent. Aside from that, the service was impeccable.

This place is amazing. The plates are so full. it's very hard to finish your meal. The service was fantastic and the prices and value make it one of the best places to get a great meal that will more than fill you up. The cooks are top notch they make the very best comfort food! Will be back very soon. It's worth the 20minute wait any day!

If you are hungry and want a solid meal Marcia’s is the place. This is an older working diner, nothing fancy, no frills but a place that delivers huge portions of good food. I ate off the pancakes for two days after initial meal. A few tables, and counter. It packs up with eager hungry customers quickly. One staff was training a new staff member and I was impressed at how she explained things, taking time to show and say why things needed to be done a certain way. Marcia’s is a terrific spot if you want no fuss meal.