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Pimienta Bistro and Bar, Federal Way, WA

Pimienta Bistro and Bar

4.7
4.7
528 Reviews
$30 and under
Fusion / Eclectic

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 3 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
Pimienta Bistro and Bar is an urban fusion of Latin American cuisine. Chef Blanca Rodriguez takes great care to create a delectable piece of art for every guest, appealing to every sense.



We strive to provide exemplary service each and every visit for our guests. We invite you to our restaurant, where you will find a combination of an eclectic, rustic atmosphere that captures the best of European cuisine with a Latin American flair.



Our mission is to create something memorable with every dish we present our guests. And with every delectable plate,

we will deliver a superior service making us a stand-alone restaurant in our neighborhood.



We love our friends and neighbors from NE Tacoma, Brown’s Point and Federal Way that frequently drop by for a delicious weekday meal or for leisurely weekend dining.

We also enjoy the regular visits from our friends in Oregon and others on their travels throughout the Seattle-Metro area.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Fusion / Eclectic, Latin / Spanish, European
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (253) 838-2398
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighbourhood
    Federal Way
  • Cross Street
    at 39th Ave SW
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 528 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Seattle / Eastern Washington

    Best Service

  • Tacoma

    Best Overall

  • Tacoma

    Best Food

  • Tacoma

    Best Service

  • Tacoma

    Best Value

  • Tacoma

    Neighbourhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Pimienta Bistro and Bar is a neighborhood gem celebrated for its "delicious food" and "wonderful service." Chef Blanca's inventive cuisine, including standout dishes like scallops and pork belly, consistently delights guests. The cocktails, especially the house tequila, are a highlight. With an intimate atmosphere, Pimienta is perfect for date nights and special occasions.

528 Reviews
  1. Kenny

    Seattle

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My Fiance said it was one of her best steaks she's ever had in her life. I loved the steak. I personally wish the portions were bigger. Maybe like veggies along side the potatoes. But everything tasted phenomenally. It was quiet and warm. Even thoe we were close to the door. The lighting and decorations were amazing. The Tequilas were amazing! Our server had the best timing. Desert was amazing. I think the Staff are amazing and 10 out of 10. I think if your wanting to try this resteraunt. Do it. It was amazing.

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  2. Sonia

    San Diego

    23 reviews

    2.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    The restaurant was freezing cold. I had the paella with seafood. There were 3 small shrimp and some fish that were over cooked and 5 little clams and for this I was charged $42. My husband barely ate any of his prawns and scallops, also $42. Our guests ate the special which was less than ordinary. The meal was over $200 and we will NEVER return!

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  3. Mark

    Seattle

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Pimienta Bistro and Bar has been our favorite for maybe seven or eight years. We celebrate our anniversary and birthdays here. We always enjoy the food. This time, I had the duck and didn't like it. It was very chewy. As far as duck, I've only had Peking duck before, and that was a long time ago, so maybe the duck is supposed to be chewy. I didn't say anything to our server, so I can't complain too much. My wife had the tuna and loved it. We will come back for sure; it remains our favorite restaurant. On our next visit, I'll probably go back to my favorite dish, the scallops.

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  4. William

    VIP

    Seattle

    158 reviews

    5.0

    158 reviews

    Dined on January 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really delightful Sunday dinner at Pimienta. The soup of the day was spicy and delicious and the dinner special (salmon & steak!) was excellent. We always enjoy dining here on quieter evenings when we can enjoy our conversation and the music, along with the great food and service.

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  5. ingo

    VIP

    Seattle

    20 reviews

    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on January 5, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    cute little restaurant. food is fine. can be a bit cold when the front door opens

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  6. mary

    Seattle

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on December 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place . Especially their margaritas.. We had the duck with the butternut squash, risotto, the burger, the lobster Mac, the beet salad and the limoncello cake. All were amazing.

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  7. Nickolena

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I wish we had eaten here sooner! The food was absolutely delicious and service wonderful. If you’re looking for a place for an incredible meal, Pimenta is definitely the place to go. Be sure to make a reservation.

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  8. Bob

    Sacramento

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Christmas Brunch was such a special breakfast. Love the food and staff. Our favorite restaurant ❤️

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  9. Mary

    Seattle

    35 reviews

    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    You can always count on excellent food with Chef Blanca. We had the scallops, lamb and prawns and tried every dessert. Each one was a masterpiece. Her cocktails alone are worth the trip. This time we really enjoyed the music as well. This is an intimate place run by wonderful people. Our server was fantastic, personable, knowledgeable and observant. She was on top of every detail.

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  10. Kerry

    VIP

    Seattle

    68 reviews

    4.0

    68 reviews

    Dined on December 11, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I always enjoy eating in this little restaurant. my friend and I both enjoyed our meals. the green salad was particularly delicious - very fresh!

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FAQs

Pimienta Bistro and Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (253) 838-2398.

Pimienta Bistro and Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 528 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Pimienta Bistro and Bar

34029 Hoyt RD SW, Federal Way, WA 98023

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    at 39th Ave SW
  • Neighbourhood
    Federal Way
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Fusion / Eclectic, Latin / Spanish, European
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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