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A restaurant chain has plans for the old Shari’s on Union Avenue. Here’s what we know

A national restaurant chain has plans to open in the building formerly occupied by Shari’s on Union Avenue in Tacoma.
A national restaurant chain has plans to open in the building formerly occupied by Shari’s on Union Avenue in Tacoma. toverman@theolympian.com

A new IHOP is coming to Tacoma.

The restaurant will fill the building formerly occupied by Shari’s Cafe and Pies, 2323 S. Union Ave. That Shari’s closed in January 2022.

IHOP’s opening date is scheduled for late September or early October, according to a company representative on May 30. Details about hours of operation and an opening date for the new location were not available.

A permit issued last month by the City of Tacoma shows IHOP is planning an interior remodel, with new kitchen equipment and replacement of existing booths and seating. A permit to replace the heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems also was issued.

The projects are estimated to cost $131,000, and the interior remodel will start Aug. 1, according to permitting documents.

IHOP, known for its wide variety of pancakes and other diner fare, has several locations in and around Tacoma, including in Lakewood and Puyallup.

A new IHOP location is opening at 2323 S. Union Ave. in Tacoma.
A new IHOP location is opening at 2323 S. Union Ave. in Tacoma. Becca Most bmost@thenewstribune.com

This story was originally published May 25, 2023 at 5:30 AM.

Becca Most
The News Tribune
Becca Most is a reporter covering Pierce County issues, including topics related to Tacoma, Lakewood, University Place, DuPont, Fife, Ruston, Fircrest, Steilacoom and unincorporated Pierce County. Originally from the Midwest, Becca previously wrote about city and social issues in Central Minnesota, Minneapolis and St. Paul. Her work has been recognized by Gannett and the USA Today Network, as well as the Minnesota Newspaper Association where she won first place in arts, government/public affairs and investigative reporting in 2023.  Support my work with a digital subscription
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