Out in the Puget Sound looking for a weekend treat. We got there on busy Saturday long line inside about 15 minute wait. Worth the time. Fireplace was cozy and warm, fun and unique seating in a looks like restored but new building. Lemon bar sweet and messy. Wife devoured the 🥕 cake. Great find, decently priced. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable.
Vegan Restaurant
Wren's Nest Baking Co.
· $$$$ · ruston · Strict-vegan verified
Fully vegan
Editor synopsis · 0 reviews
Diners overwhelmingly call out the signature dish as the must-order. The vibe reads as vegan restaurant — service is consistently described as warm and unhurried. Common gotcha: queues form at peak times — go early or late.
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Out in the Puget Sound looking for a weekend treat. We got there on busy Saturday long line inside about 15 minute wait. Worth the time. Fireplace was cozy and warm, fun and unique seating in a looks like restored but new building. Lemon bar sweet and messy. Wife devoured the 🥕 cake. Great find, decently priced. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable.
When's Nest is a diamond in the rough. As a bakery alone, it is phenomenal, but for those with Celiac and dairy allergies are in for a treat. This place is 100% Gluten Free, and has several dairy free and vegan options. People from all over the south Puget Sound converge and this bakery, especially on Saturday because it is the only day they make their Cinnamon Rolls. They do special orders, cakes for Birthdays and Weddings, as well as full, multi-course meals for special occasions such as Valentines Day. The building was built by the owner, has multiple rooms inside for seating, fireplaces, and a rooftop open patio overlooking Commensment Bay that is open in the summer months.
When's Nest is a diamond in the rough. As a bakery alone, it is phenomenal, but for those with Celiac and dairy allergies are in for a treat. This place is 100% Gluten Free, and has several dairy free and vegan options. People from all over the south Puget Sound converge and this bakery, especially on Saturday because it is the only day they make their Cinnamon Rolls. They do special orders, cakes for Birthdays and Weddings, as well as full, multi-course meals for special occasions such as Valentines Day. The building was built by the owner, has multiple rooms inside for seating, fireplaces, and a rooftop open patio overlooking Commensment Bay that is open in the summer months.
You should know up front that I am NOT a gluten free lady. That being said, even my super discerning palate could not distinguish my Raspberry Coffee Cake slice from the real thing. The pastry had an excellent light crumb and was absolutely surprisingly delicious. This place has absolutely converted me. I never thought I could enjoy something like this, well, I sure do! Very very very good. I also bought the sourdough bread which was hot out of the oven and smells devine. Beautiful loaf. I can't wait to dig in... as a sourdough bread baker myself, it's cool to try a gluten free version. Break out the Metropolitan Market french sea salt butter! I received exceptional service from Marley, welcoming and informative and I'm an African American woman as well there was an African American man right behind me and I, as well as he, were treated with the utmost kindness and respect. I'm 58 years ago born and raised 2 blocks from Annie Wright school in Tacoma. This place has true Tacoma welcoming and down to earth vibes. It is welcoming and respectful to all people. I love the seating reminds me of "The Last Exit" days in Seattle. Will be back regularly... totally worth every penny. update: the sourdough is delicious, crunchy outside tender crumb excellent flavor easily slices thin. Would be great slightly toasted.