Sidewalk Cafe
601 Capitol Way N, Olympia
(360) 878-9637
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The Cuban had ingredients I never known to be in one and it Rocked my world!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Charming little place, not much seating but you shouldn't be expecting much, it's in the name. Had the turkey reuben, served with a dill pickle spear and chips. Swap those for potato salad and i could have been in New York. Now I want to take the spouse there.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Good food and great service
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sandwich
Was not open during stated hours, love spending half my lunch break driving down just for them to be closed when both their online schedule and the schedule posted on their door said they were open.
Service: 2
Great food and nice atmosphere. A little bit of a language barrier so I got something other than I ordered but it was what I originally wanted, so not a problem!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I came looking for some good food after taking my old man golden retriever to the beach. He’s a curious boy so I struggled tying him up so I could order. Some lovely folks held onto his leash for me while I ordered. I came back out and they brought him his own bowl of water! There’s a difference between “nice” people and “kind” people, and I have to say they’re better than kind. What a lovely atmosphere, wonderful and tasty food and love that just radiates through all of the staff. Thank you 🙏🏻
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Breakfast sandwiches! Great place to stop after the Farmer's Market!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I used to love this place under old ownership but since it changed so has the cafe. They still have the staple sandwiches from before but its a guessing game on it they are open or not. Like right now im sitting in my car waiting for them to open and the sign says 10am. It's 1130am and they're still closed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
I would've given 4 or 5 stars a few years ago, but they've changed ownership and the quality/consistency has slipped. Beet salad used to be ginormous, with actual roasted beets, chilled and chopped - now they're canned diced ones - not nearly as flavorful. Cuban pork sandwich used to have a homemade apricot spread, now it's kinda dry/basic. Seasonal-ingredient specials are no longer. Vibe wise the old owner was a character, but had a clear pov with cool/funky decor/classic sandwich deli with a twist, and it was a tight ship - now random tacky decorations are going up and it's feeling cluttered/random. New ownership is really nice, friendly and good service, except I've been in 2x now when only one employee is there and they're swamped, and you just feel bad for them. Hope they iron the wrinkles out and find their rhythm/own unique style in both food and vibes.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Their Taylor Ham, egg, and cheese bagel sandwich is SO GOOD. I just wish that they opened earlier so I could stop by for a proper breakfast instead of it ending up being an early lunch. But when they were opening at 10am they often ended up opening late which wasn't great either. My only other complaint is the lack of wheelchair accessibility.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Great menu and even better specials!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sandwich
Absolutely loved this cozy little café!
I ordered the brown beef sandwich—and wow, it was seriously impressive. The flavors were well-balanced, the ingredients fresh, and the whole sandwich felt like something you'd find on a high-end restaurant menu. Thoughtfully crafted and delicious.
I was also served a full French press of freshly brewed coffee, and it was top-tier—smooth, bold, and clearly made from quality beans. Huge bonus.
The staff—both the cashier and the cook—were kind and welcoming. The space itself is charming and relaxed, with outdoor seating available if you want to enjoy the fresh air.
Highly recommend if you're into good food, good vibes, and great coffee!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Their Caesar salad great, very fresh ingredients, the clam chowder was also really good and herby. It’s a very cute interior and very polite staff. My food was also out relatively quickly
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Their bagels are the truth 🙏🏻 so good!! Def want to try one of their sandwich’s someday. Oh and the cookies 👌🏼
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fast service, quality food, great environment! Definitely making this one of my regular spots
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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