45 Best American Restaurants in Olympia

“First time visitors. superb! meal was delicious.“

“So much delicious food, I could eat it everyday!!!! Don’t miss out on this flavor experience.“

“Amazing food! Nothing short of flavors from every direction! Great bar favorites & local brews.“

“Last night we got burgers, fries, and a milkshake to share. Loved everything about it. The bun super soft, the shoestring fries crispy and hot, and the milkshake was to die for. Grill and Greens has come back with a bang!“

“Great place to meet up with friends! Best bartenders great owners too“

“Great service and great food. be sure and save room for dessert! Banana Annie was amazing!“

“Amazing people , good food“

“I always make it a point to go to Row when in town on business. Staff is always good and so is the food. But, today was different. Long day at work for an audit. I had a raging headache. Sat at the bar, ordered a dirty martini from Tyler. He did the usual follow up. I told him, long day, just chilling, keep the glass full, and I’ll let you know the rest. He understood the assignment. For that, he gets a gold star. Thanks again.“

“River's Edge hosted our Olympia High School class reunion in 2025. Our guests and reunion committee could not have been happier with our choice. The location, space, and food were wonderful but what made the experience exceptional was the staff. From our first time reaching out, the set-up, during the event, and after the event each staff member was absolutely amazing. I have worked and hosted many events through the years and River's Edge went above and beyond. We are excited to be back for the next class reunion!“

“Beer and pretzels great for after local shopping“

“NOTE: You do NOT have to play golf or be a member here to enjoy the restaurant and bar… Loving the new menu options! We also hosted my husband’s 50th birthday here and catering + bar was perfect! Fun place to hang out! Lani and Meghan are the best ?“

“Best omelettes ever and my coffee cup was never empty. Jessie and the staff make sure you get a smile when you come in.“

“Perfect place for a romatic dinner or drinks out with friends. Live guitar music set the mood, we loved our wine flights and the food was fantastic! Friendly staff, warm atmosphere and great view!“

“I absolutely love this place! The food is always delicious and the service is wonderful. Extra shout-out to Amanda who had our table on the night of the luminary procession. The place was super busy (of course) but Amanda made us feel like VIPs. Thank you so much for your attentiveness and letting us know about future events.“

“Everything here — everything — is divine and fabulous even for those who aren’t strictly vegan. I’m prompted to write today because I got one of my favorites to go two days ago — the bagel and “lox” — and had the first half yesterday and the second today. Incredibly still delicious after two days in the fridge. Kudos to you all.💕“

“Great fish & chips! Always nice service, relaxed and down home atmosphere.“

“Good lunch and great drinks“

“My favorite bar!! Great food great drinks great pulltabs!!!“

“Need to get food while waiting for mom in hospital. Was good American grub. We had chicken mushroom grilled onions sandwich and grilled chicken sandwich. Fries with that. Yum.
Took a minute for wait staff to get my to go order, but the food was fast after that. People were chilling at the bar on a Saturday afternoon. Too cold inside.“

“It has to be good for the place to be always busy.“

“Best banana split in town!!“

“This tavern is a gem. The food is cooked with care and you can tell when you get it. The brussel sprouts are a huge hit at any time. I tried a "special" called the CodFather yesterday with a hand battered piece of cod, topped with fresh sliced pastrami and some cheese on a slathering of coleslaw on a bun. It absolutely works!“

“We absolutely LOVE the food here :) Have never had a bad experience in 20+ years of eating here. Highly recommended!“

“Very popular so may have wait time; parking on site but at times packed; service friendly, fast and attentive; food was very good--huge portions, nicely prepared and presented; large menu selection; prices reasonable given quality and quantity you receive.“

“Wonderful place for all to enjoy a great evening.“

“Been coming in here since the early seventies- kinda like coming home. (The old popcorn days 😂)“

“Excellent Food“

“Covered outdoor seating. Reasonable prices. Dancing, great atmosphere, good music. Kitchen closes early though.“

“2 Mile House Pub & Eatery is a casual bar in Olympia with a friendly staff, unpretentious atmosphere, and simple but satisfying pub grub menu. They offer daily specials, a pool table, and a small outdoor area. While it might not be the fanciest spot in town, it's a great place to unwind and have a good time with friends.“

“We stumbled upon this place walking around looking for something for lunch. Honestly my expectations were low we just wanted a cheap lunch with everything in the area being so pricey. Absolutely exceeded my expectations. The burger was honestly the best burger I’ve had in a while. Delicious, juicy, flavorful, 10/10 recommend! The staff were also super sweet!“

“Fabulous bartenders, especially on bingo night - always a good time!“

“I've been coming to this place for over 50 years. You will never walk away hungry or regretting anything you ordered. The service was absolutely stellar! Amanda was very attentive to any of our cuisine requests. Are coffee cups were always kept topped off. I'm a very difficult person to please, And they managed to make me feel like a king. I would recommend this place whether you're looking for just a cup of coffee, a full sit-down meal or a quick game of pool or shuffleboard. Fantastic atmosphere.“

“It’s a classic restaurant Anything you want during drive in or inside the building many to choose I’ll come again“

“Better be hungry and thirsty. Nothing but good vibes and good food and drinks.“

“Shari’s Cafe and Pies offers a comforting slice of Americana with its classic diner ambiance and hearty menu. The decor is warm and inviting, featuring cozy booths and friendly staff that make you feel right at home.

The food is consistently good, with a homemade feel that adds to the overall dining experience. Service is prompt and attentive, making it a great spot for a casual meal with family or friends. Prices are reasonable, and the portions are generous, offering great value for money.

Overall, Shari’s Cafe and Pies is a solid choice for anyone looking for comfort food and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.“

“Food service and quality!“

“We value this location for its staff's kindness and dedication to accommodating individuals with disabilities. For 27 years, it has maintained a reputation as a welcoming and exceptional dining experience, serving delicious food with outstanding customer service. Thank you for wonderful management
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“My wife and I had dinner at the Martin Way Red Lobster yesterday. It was by far the best dinner and overall experience we have ever had at Red Lobster. We live about half way between Olympia and Longview, due to traffic we usually go to the Longview Red Lobster. We have had many "ok" dinners at Longview. Yesterday we went to Olympia. The service was great and the food was perfect. The last month has been a rough one and we needed a good night out to relax. It could not have been better, Thank you. (P.S. I did not get our waitresses name, But I am fairly certain she is the tallest waitress you have there. She is great at her job. Thank you again.) 👍👍👍“

“Great selection of 3Mag and guest beers. Highly rated NA beers. Friendly place. As of 1/23, snacks but bring your own food. Also frequent popup food service. Check their Facebook page.“

“i just wanted to thank the bartender there tonight. i am currently houseless, which in a lot of ways is a crime and most certainly looked down upon by polite society and so i wanted to thank the bartender at this facility for giving me a rare gift. They kicked me out of the bar in the most optimal way i could have hoped for. i admittedly use wifi in public locations to communicate with my children from time to time and as I don't drink alcohol this can cause proprietors to feel as if my use of their wifi constitutes theft or that i am benefitting off of a service that is paid for by paying patrons and since I don't drink alcohol or have much to offer i shouldn't be able to use the services. i understand that they have a business to run, and that my use, of THEIR wifi, to talk to my son, is not their business model and certainly not one that will turn a profit. Further more, it is not their responsibility to ensure that i am able to talk to my son and it is well within their right to require me to purchase something to use their facilities. Fully agreed, and as a houseless person in Olympia I have been told to leave in a much more demeaning, dehumanizing fashion so i am truly thankful for the bartenders at the 4th ave tavern because they kicked me out in a way that didn't alert my son that his dad was being kicked out for being unable to purchase a drink and because they did so discreetly, I was able to retain what little dignity I have left and save face in front of my child. so thank you, it does mean a lot to occasionally feel as though my presence is not a complete blight and that maybe my son will go to bed wishing his dads wifi service was better so we could have talked a little longer instead of the reality which is your father can't even get together enough money for a drink that he will not have drank but what would have allowed him to talk about everything and nothing at all for just a little bit longer. thank you.“

“Endless fries and Freckled Lemonade 🥰“

“I had the privilege of speaking with the many staff on site. They explained exactly why there was a wait for service when I asked and did so professionally and politely. I had very good service from everybody.. but I want to highlight a gentleman tonight by the name of “yo” he was energetic and so positive/ light hearted that I needed to speak with a manager of his service and also needed to leave an online review. There’s been a decline in customer service recently from many restaurants but “yo” has given me faith! I hope anybody who reads this review meet “yo” and understand your getting the full apple bees experience here in Olympia!“

“I didn't actually get pictures of my food this time because I was so hungry and neither of us were disappointed. This is the best diner food I've had in a LONG time. And the pie was absolutely delicious 😋
There is a Dennys across the street, forgo Dennys. The price is the same and the food is hands down better.“

“Cool place to watch football“

“attentive employees. helpful and friendly. prices a bit high.“