Common Ground Coffee

Common Ground Coffee is my new favorite "third space" in Tacoma! The staff are very warm and friendly, matching the cozy, inviting vibe of the shop.

Their coffee and tea drinks are innovative and rotate regularly -- my favorites are the Cardigan Latte and Thai Tea, which are served in beautiful mugs and glassware. The oat milk option is gluten free.

As for breakfast and brunch options, they serve a marionberry biscuit from Macrina gluten-free donuts from Dudes Donuts, and a bacon & egg sandwich from Memoranda Kitchen.

I noticed that the donuts were in a separate case to prevent cross-contamination, but the marionberry biscuit from Macrina was touching other gluten-containing pastries, so be aware. The GF breakfast sandwich is prepared in its cooking sleeve. The donuts and the sandwich are always delicious!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for takeout
• Good vegan options
• Good vegetarian options