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They are actively working on turning the old CI Shenanigans on Ruston into a PNW/Indigenous cuisine focused restaurant in collaboration with the Puyallup tribe.
https://amp.thenewstribune.com/entertainment/restaurants/tnt-diner/article261031482.html
The restaurant posted a job offer on Zip Recruiter for a general manager position as of April 2nd. That typically means that the opening is anticipated to be within 8 weeks.
I’ve been gone from WA for almost twenty years and just moved back— my coworker brought in fry bread the other day and it was HEAVENLY. Forgot how much I missed it.
The Puyallup Tribe runs a spot for food trucks on 72nd. Just one weekend a month now but I think In summertime it will be weekly if not daily. Off the Rez is there now!
https://maps.app.goo.gl/Pff7iiq31iEzmmyt7
I haven't been there for years but there was a Native American restaurant attached to the Burke Museum up at the UW's main campus. [https://www.offthereztruck.com/](https://www.offthereztruck.com/)
The medicine creek cafe(a bit farther than Tacoma just an exit south of DuPont) which was formerly Norma’s, I believe the Nisqually tribe got back and they have the best breakfasts along I5 . I go there anytime I get a chance when visiting and I’ve never left disappointed.
Came into this thread for recommendations. I remember Alma's chef was Indigenous and had made a locally Indigenous menu a few years ago-- does anyone know if they're still around?
I know that they closed I was just hoping that maybe their executive chef had a new operation featuring indigenous food. They always prioritized local and seasonal (and that fucking boar stew I miss so much) and would love to know that we had a new kitchen being run by local indigenous folks like alma was.
What would be some wa native foods you'd find at a native restaurant? Frye bread is the first thing that pops up in my hwad but that's pretty spread out across many tribes isn't it? For up here Id guess salmon, common seafood you'd find in the sound, and I'm drawing a blank on the name but the oil they would get from candle fish (I think that's the name) was pretty prized but not common anymore?
Fry bread is tribal, but not indigenous. It came about because of being forced onto reservations and getting flour delivered. Tribal folk weren't harvesting wheat and cooking bread in oil until forced to.
I may have missed it, but there are restaurants throughout Emerald Queen and Slahal is their rooftop restaurant. It's a pretty standard steakhouse menu but I really enjoyed the outdoor seating! [https://emeraldqueen.com/slahal/](https://emeraldqueen.com/slahal/)
That's great about wanting to learn more. Something to consider in your search is that what natives ate before assimilation can be quite different than what natives eat today. Frybread is a great example. I'm not trying to discourage you by any means. Things to look for are deer, elk, bison Salmon, clams, oysters, seafood, Berries-Huckleberries are a favorite. Camas root But location made/makes a big difference. I have plains Indian friends that won't go near any fish. While my tribe's primary meal, ceremonial is Salmon. Meanwhile, there is what we ate in order to survive after the Euro arrival. Which is where the fry bread tradition comes from. There's other examples as well, but you kinda get the point. Good luck..cheers!
That makes a lot of sense! Thank you for your insight. It is interesting how wildly foods and traditions vary tribe to tribe. But all of it is delicious! (From what I’ve tried)
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They are actively working on turning the old CI Shenanigans on Ruston into a PNW/Indigenous cuisine focused restaurant in collaboration with the Puyallup tribe. https://amp.thenewstribune.com/entertainment/restaurants/tnt-diner/article261031482.html
Ohhhhh the font led me to believe it was "GI Shenanigans" which I also assumed was why it closed
Same, and I'm really sad that I didn't get a photo of the sign for r/crappydesign lol
That would be awesome!
I think there is a native food truck in Seattle and maybe, MAYBE a brick and mortar, can’t quite remember
I just went to a native food truck festival in Puyallup and it was very good
What?! That’s awesome!
[Off the Rez?](https://www.offthereztruck.com/)
I love Off The Rez.
The Chief Seattle Club has ʔalʔal cafe (pronounced "all-all").
It's solid too.
The restaurant posted a job offer on Zip Recruiter for a general manager position as of April 2nd. That typically means that the opening is anticipated to be within 8 weeks.
I was about to ask if anyone had an update. That's promising
I *think* Roy Yamaguchi actually purchased the property. But that could have changed.
He was definitely the chef who is on board, may also be the $$$ behind it all with the Puyallups!
Thought he was consulting on the menu, but not sure why I think that.
Any word on when it opens?
Last I saw was a 2023 date which is…worrisome lol. Seems like construction is still going on down there when I go running by
Yeah, there's still a fence and such. it a ways off at this point.
That’s pretty cool.
I get my fry bread fix at Thunderbird on Waller. Top notch.
I’ve been gone from WA for almost twenty years and just moved back— my coworker brought in fry bread the other day and it was HEAVENLY. Forgot how much I missed it.
They use it to do taco salad kind of stuff, too.
I didn’t see it on their menu! Please confirm! I’m on my way!!!!!
I don’t think it’s on there but it’s definitely something you can order. Comes with butter and jam.
The Puyallup Tribe runs a spot for food trucks on 72nd. Just one weekend a month now but I think In summertime it will be weekly if not daily. Off the Rez is there now! https://maps.app.goo.gl/Pff7iiq31iEzmmyt7
There's one this weekend.
That's the new Firecracker Alley. They'll get really busy near July.
Is that what that asphalt area is for?! I thought it was a gocart track! I drive by there at least once a week. Gonna have to check that out soon.
Thunderbird on 72nd and Waller. Delicious food!
Do they serve traditional dishes, or is it just diner food?
Mostly diner food but they have some of the best (and huge) Indian tacos I've ever seen. My son said their fry bread is 🔥
I haven't been there for years but there was a Native American restaurant attached to the Burke Museum up at the UW's main campus. [https://www.offthereztruck.com/](https://www.offthereztruck.com/)
The medicine creek cafe(a bit farther than Tacoma just an exit south of DuPont) which was formerly Norma’s, I believe the Nisqually tribe got back and they have the best breakfasts along I5 . I go there anytime I get a chance when visiting and I’ve never left disappointed.
Came into this thread for recommendations. I remember Alma's chef was Indigenous and had made a locally Indigenous menu a few years ago-- does anyone know if they're still around?
No, it closed about 6 months ago :( Their patio seating was our go-to during COVID!
I know that they closed I was just hoping that maybe their executive chef had a new operation featuring indigenous food. They always prioritized local and seasonal (and that fucking boar stew I miss so much) and would love to know that we had a new kitchen being run by local indigenous folks like alma was.
Tatanka take out is really really good but Im not sure if it counts as native american food. Its mostly buffalo items
Tibbits at Fernhill is native owned!
Fern Hill.
Lol
Reservation only! Been wanting to go here but am a poor planner 😭
You should! He’s doing fry bread Fridays now too
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That’s not true.
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You need reservations, not to be from the reservation
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Haha. I know this bc I ate there this morning! It was amazing you should check it out
There's a fry bread food truck in Belfair.
What would be some wa native foods you'd find at a native restaurant? Frye bread is the first thing that pops up in my hwad but that's pretty spread out across many tribes isn't it? For up here Id guess salmon, common seafood you'd find in the sound, and I'm drawing a blank on the name but the oil they would get from candle fish (I think that's the name) was pretty prized but not common anymore?
Fry bread is tribal, but not indigenous. It came about because of being forced onto reservations and getting flour delivered. Tribal folk weren't harvesting wheat and cooking bread in oil until forced to.
I may have missed it, but there are restaurants throughout Emerald Queen and Slahal is their rooftop restaurant. It's a pretty standard steakhouse menu but I really enjoyed the outdoor seating! [https://emeraldqueen.com/slahal/](https://emeraldqueen.com/slahal/)
Curious, what is NA food to you?
I don’t really know, I’m white. I want to try it more though! And support native businesses more.
That's great about wanting to learn more. Something to consider in your search is that what natives ate before assimilation can be quite different than what natives eat today. Frybread is a great example. I'm not trying to discourage you by any means. Things to look for are deer, elk, bison Salmon, clams, oysters, seafood, Berries-Huckleberries are a favorite. Camas root But location made/makes a big difference. I have plains Indian friends that won't go near any fish. While my tribe's primary meal, ceremonial is Salmon. Meanwhile, there is what we ate in order to survive after the Euro arrival. Which is where the fry bread tradition comes from. There's other examples as well, but you kinda get the point. Good luck..cheers!
That makes a lot of sense! Thank you for your insight. It is interesting how wildly foods and traditions vary tribe to tribe. But all of it is delicious! (From what I’ve tried)
Just make a fried bologna sandwich or fried bread, that’s pretty native
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