Proctor

PROCTOR

ABOUT

With its small town feel and an impressive collection of locally owned businesses, Proctor is one of the most livable neighborhoods in North Tacoma. Easily walkable, Proctor is home a to a vibrant farmers market, a 100+ year old movie theater, a public library, quaint bowling alley, tempting restaurants, great shopping, a community garden, an historic fire station, two major food markets, and much more. Spend enough time exploring and hanging out here and people will know you by name – it’s just that kind of place!

EVENTS

Proctor Farmers' Market

The Saturday Farmers' Market is a Proctor mainstay. Open-air music, fresh produce and artisanal offerings can be found at this wonderful, weekly event. 

CULTURE

Boutique Shopping

The neighborhood features dozens of great boutique shopping locations including The Pacific Northwest Shop, Teaching Toys, Goodwill Blue and many more. Our favoriete, Compass Rose features tasteful gifts for all occasions. Check it out!

HOUSING

Family/Craftsman

Proctor is known for it's craftsman homes and walkable business district. Recently, modern urbanism has started to add to the neighborhood in the form of density-increasing apartment buildings.

DINING

Diverse Options

Proctor is home to Tacoma's favorite grocery store, Metropolitan Market. Outside of their extensive grocerant options, Proctor features established dining options. Below you will find more information on Proctor dining.
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METROPOLITAN MARKET

Exceptional Produce, Meat, Wine, and To-Go Offerings. 

Proctor's Metropolitan Market is Tacoma's go-to place for diverse take home fare. Picture a delicious coffee house, pizza shop, salad bar, bakery, sushi spot, florist, and grocery store in one place and you have "Met Mart." If you're a meat eater, try the prime rib sandwich with au jus, you'll thank us later...
PROCTOR GALLERY

Restaurants/Cafes/Bars

Rosewood Cafe
Peaks and Pints
Pomodoro (Italian)
Europa Bistro (Italian)
Soul (Eclectic)
Cooks Tavern
Brewers Row 
Olympia Coffee
Alegre Bakery & Gelato
Viva Tacoma (Vegan)
Terry's Office Tavern

Shopping/Services

Comprehensive Life Resources
Yoga Palace
NW Float Center
Expand Yoga
Proctor Family Dentistry
Wheelock Library
Teaching Toys
Compass Rose
North End Pet Hospital

Unique Places

Chalet Bowl
Blue Mouse Theatre
Puget Creek Natural Area
University of Puget Sound
Proctor Farmers' Market
Backstage Video

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