Tide to Table: Seafood Restaurants in the Olympia Region
The tidal estuaries of South Puget Sound provide an incredible and diverse selection of sustainable and fresh seafood to our local restaurants.
From the Chelsea Gem oysters, Red rock crab, and goeduck harvested on the Eld inlet, to the fresh salmon on their runs to spawn, there’s an opportunity on every corner to experience the bounty from the Sound.
Tide to Table Dining in Olympia and Beyond
Nestled in the heart of the Pacific Northwest, Thurston County calls to visitors with its rich tapestry of natural wonders and culinary delights. Within the lush landscapes and vibrant communities lies a culinary experience unlike any other: the tide-to-table movement. Here, where the rhythm of the tides dictates the ebb and flow of life, a select group of restaurants embrace the bounty of the South Sound in a truly sustainable and immersive manner.
Join us on a gastronomic journey through Olympia and beyond, unraveling the enchanting allure of tide-to-table dining. From the briny depths of Eld inlet to the fertile shores of the Nisqually River Watershed, we'll highlight the unique culinary opportunities that abound here. Come help us celebrate the artisans and chefs who champion sustainability, and discover the unparalleled flavors that emerge when land and sea unite in perfect harmony.
The Oldest Restaurant In Washington’s Capital City Is A Culinary Masterpiece
There’s just something about a restaurant with a long history that has stood the test of time that makes us appreciate it here in Washington, especially after all the industry struggles in recent years. And when said restaurant happens to have delicious food, it’s even more appealing.
Tide-to-Table Eateries
Sandstone Café
273 W Sussex Tenino, Washington 98589 (360) 264-4400
Sandstone Distillery
842 Wright Rd. SE Tenino, Washington 98589 (360) 264-1901
Seoul Garden
7515 Martin Way E Olympia, Washington 98516 (360) 459-3364
Seventeen51 Restaurant & Bistro
1751 Circle Land SE Lacey, Washington 98503
Shiny Prize
118 4th Ave E Olympia, Washington 98501 (360) 915-6269
The Shiplap Shop & Coffee House
112 Yelm Avenue E Yelm, Washington 98597 (360) 200-0262
Shipwreck Café
244 Madrona Beach Rd NW, Olympia, Washington 98502 (360) 866-4788
Sidewalk Café
601 Capitol Way N Olympia, Washington 98501 (360) 878-9637
Silvers Saloon
2752 Pacific Ave SE Olympia, Washington 98501 (360) 489-0255
Simple & Delicious Donut Shop
7914 Martin Way E Lacey, Washington 98516 (360) 489-0465
Simply Organic Café and Catering
16402 Old Hwy 99 SE Tenino, Washington 98589
Skep & Skein Tavern
2106 Harrison Ave NW Ste B14 Olympia, Washington 98502 (360) 292-4400
Sofie’s Scoops
222 Capitol Way N #116 Olympia, Washington 98501 (360) 539-6797
Soul Café
300 5th Ave SW Olympia, Washington 98501 (360) 350-0553
South Bay Dickerson’s BBQ
619 Legion Way SE Olympia, Washington 98501 (360) 943-6900
Stack 571 Burger & Whiskey Bar
625 Black Lake Blvd SW Suite 530 Olympia, Washington 98502 (360) 810-2675
State and Central
1415 State Ave NE Olympia, Washington 98506 (360) 489-0824
Steele Barrel BBQ Company
1506 W Yelm Ave Yelm, Washington 98597 (360) 790-6040
Stone Creek Wood Fired Pizza
4138 Harrison Ave NW, Olympia, Washington 98502 (360) 888-9500
Stottle Winery
2641 Willamette Dr. NE, Suite E Lacey, Washington 98516 (360) 515-0356
Sushi House
2000 Black Lake Blvd SW Olympia, Washington 98512 (360) 943-1915
Sweet Magnolia Coffee House
125 Tumwater Blvd #119 Tumwater, Washington 98501 (360) 915-9243
Sweetlee’s Ice Cream
4242 Capitol Blvd SE Tumwater, Washington 98501 (360) 878-1795
Swing Wine Bar
825 Columbia Street SW Olympia, Washington 98501 (360) 357-9464