Location: Puyallup
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Puyallup, Washington (/pjuːˈæləp/ ( listen) pew-AL-əp or /pjuːˈɔːləp/ pew-AWL-əp) is a city in Pierce County, Washington, about 10 miles (16 km) southeast of Tacoma and 35 miles (56 km) south of Seattle. The population was 37,022 at the 2010 Census and the Washington State Office of Financial Management estimated the 2014 population at 38,670. Named after the Puyallup Tribe of Native Americans, Puyallup means "the generous people". It is also home to the Washington State Fair, the state's main fair.
Restaurants in Puyallup
1. Pioneer Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 93 reviews
Reviewed By Roadtrip E - Auburn, Washington
Pioneer Park in the heart of downtown Puyallup is a great place especially for small kids on a summer day. There's a nice playground and a nice spray park. The park is adorned with dozens of the most beautiful hanging baskets you've seen. There are coffee shops right across the street and in the southeast corner is Giorgio's Greek restaurant. It's not big (one square city block by my estimation) but has lots of grassy areas, is crisscrossed with sidewalks, hosts a farmer's market and outdoor concerts. It's about five blocks north of the Puyallup Fair grounds. I won't give you much for the southhill part of Puyallup, but downtown still has that old small town feel and Pioneer Park adds to that feel.
2. Puyallup Farmers Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 82 reviews
Reviewed By Keleia - Maple Valley, Washington
We had a wonderful time at the Puyallup Farmers Market and really enjoyed the fact that ALL dogs are welcome! I will say that it was so nice to be there on a day when the weather was absolutely perfect. No rain, temperature was mild and very fun taking my service dog Pearl out with us. We picked up some organic skin cream, purchased some very nice wood cutouts from a vendor and special ordered an item to pick up in another week. I especially loved a vendor that sold Fair-Trade Baskets from Africa that are absolutely amazing. By purchasing through a vendor at the market, it helped to promote a cottage business as well. We had some ono Hawaiian/Polynesian food. Packed it up after seeing/purchasing what we wanted and headed for home. We went back one more time and even brought a friend. We plan on going again next year to see what's new! We do have a local Farmers Market (5 minutes from our home) but it was fun to check out some old stomping grounds from years ago. Terrific for singles, couples, families and friends. Can't say I was disappointed about anything! I'd even make the trip all by myself.
3. Bradley Lake Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 51 reviews
Reviewed By pat c - Puyallup, Washington
Small park with a lake in the middle. It's a good walk around the lake though, great to bring the dog or just walk with a friend. There is a small playground for younger children and a covered pavilion for get togethers with friends or family. And it's set off the main drag, so not a lot of traffic. It does get busy on weekends and late in the morning though and the parking lot is small, but there is nearby street parking. There is also a couple of small baseball fields for kids.
4. Puyallup Public Library
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By oneeyed29 - Puyallup, Washington
My son (3) and I LOVE their toddler times! He's right in between the two she groups so we often go to both (ages 1-3 & 3-5) and they're both equally great! The host is always so patient when little ones want to wander and incorporates songs between each book to get the wiggles out!
They also have an amazing children's section where kids aren't expected to whisper or remain silent! They have puzzles, blocks, computers with age appropriate educational games and a reading area where you and your little one can sit and enjoy a book before checking it out. They also have a good variety of books, movies, audio books... etc.
Haven't checked the adult section much but it is up a beautiful staircase separating it from the sometimes noisy kiddos. They do have computers you can use for adults and the membership was free, just needed a local address on your id or a proof of residence piece of mail.
We are here regularly and will continue!
5. Meeker mansion
Overall Ratings
4 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By Kathie and Rob L - Puyallup, Washington
Meeker Mansion is an impressive architecture. It also houses many historical pieces of furniture, photos and the docents are very knowledgeable. I love that throughout the year special events are held here which they post on a reader board out on the main road or you can see at meekermansion.org.
6. Putting Zoo
Overall Ratings
4 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By Time2pack18 - Buckley, Washington
We always have a fun time here. Family or date it's a fun time, weather permitting. Good for any age and they do have some snack foods. There are go-karts next door also. Not to expensive and something to do for everyone,
7. Puyallup Fish Hatchery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By BBDY - West Milford, New Jersey
We stopped by with our daughter-in-law and our five grandkids (ages 5-11). Because it was on a week day, the education center was not open, and we knew that in advance. However, the main building was accessible for the bathrooms. Even though the education center was closed, the Hatchery has educational signs posted both in front of the building and in the rear. If you read those, you get a very good idea of how the Hatchery works, and the types of fish being raised both at this facility and at other Washington State Hatcheries. The tanks were full of fish, and they were quick to rush to where they saw people standing, since they often get food that way.
If you are interested in a walk in the woods, with a stop on a bridge over a salmon stream, head out the back left hand corner of the Hatchery and bear right on the walking path. The bridge over Clark's Creek is only a hundred feet or so in the woods. In the fall, you will see salmon heading up the creek to spawn. In the summer, the kids will love taking off their shoes and walking in the cold water in the creek. The path continues up away from the creek if you want a longer hike.
8. Scholz Farm
Overall Ratings
5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By Kauai T
Amazing farm stand. Non-certified organic produce. Everything for sale is grown or made by the farmers or people they know. Very high quality and good prices with a large selection and inventory in stock.
We stopped at multiple farm stands on our drive indulging in berries and stone fruit and Scholz Farm is a MUCH BETTER VALUE and offer SUBSTANTIALLY HIGHER QUALITY PRODUCE than the other farm stands we visited who have more extensive advertising and marketing programs.
The fresh berries are truly fresh (not a few days old like some other spots) and the taste is unreal. Same with the cherries, fresh green beans and corn.
Oh Yeah, don't miss the raspberry preserves and other homemade canned products.
We spent $60 and received over $150 value of delicious produce!
If we lived nearby we would come here twice a week for all of our fruit and vegetables.
