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Make a Weekend of It! - What to Eat
Olympia has an eclectic selection of dining establishments. Here are some suggestions for experiencing delicious food while visiting us in lovely, lively Downtown Olympia.

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Plenty Restaurant

Friendly, casual, and great menu all spring to mind when we think of this downtown eatery. Whatever you want, they've got Plenty!

Open late for beer/wine and dessert after the show!

Click here for a special coupon

Fourth Avenue and Columbia St
360-705-3716

Swing Wine Bar & Cafe

Olympia's brand-new wine bar features wine flights, delicious food and a commanding view of Capitol Lake in an intimate, art-filled setting.

Open late for cocktails or dessert after the show!

Click here for a special coupon

Columbia Street and Eighth Avenue
360-357-9464

Ben Moore's

Ben Moores is a comfortable place that specializes in fabulous American meals emphasizing seafood and steaks. Café and bar in the front, dining room in the back.

Open late for cocktails. Great happy hour both before and after the show!

Fourth Avenue and Columbia St
360-357-7527

Mercato Ristorante

These folks offer a true bite of tasty Italian, conveniently located near the Farmer's Market.

Market Street and Franklin Street
360-528-3663

Ramblin' Jack's

A rootin'-tootin' barbeque restaurant with wood-fired pizzas! Bring the family. You can smell the home-smoked meat a block away.

Fourth Avenue and Cherry Street
360-754-8909

The Fish Tale Brew Pub

For the couple with a taste for beer! Situated across the street from Olympia's Fish Brewing Company, this pub offers plenty of pints and great food.

Jefferson Street and Legion Way
360-943-64

Hint

Take a hint: good food made by human beings served here. Soup, salad, sandwiches, chocolate, custard, giant cookies and fine espresso drinks! Take a break from your explorations and relax in this wind-down café and sweet shop.

Washington Street near Fourth Avenue
360-943-5767

Old School Pizzeria

Remember the 1980s? You'll experience a trip though time when you stop in this rockin' pizza joint. Don't forget your quarters--they've got arcade games in the back!

Franklin Street and State Avenue
360-352-9096

Batdorf & Bronson Coffee

Batdorf & Bronson's flagship coffeehouse is located in the heart of downtown Olympia and has been serving the finest coffees, espresso drinks, teas and locally baked pastries since 1986. They feature ample seating, inviting couches and a cozy fireplace.

Fifth Avenue and Capitol Way
360-786-6717

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More visitor information may be found at the Visit Olympia website and the Downtown Olympia website.