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
Ebony and Ivory Coffee
676 Woodland Square Loop SE a105 Lacey, Washington 98503 (360) 450-3186
El Rey Burro — Yelm
706 E Yelm Ave Yelm, Washington 98597 (360) 400-0402
El Sarape Lacey
4043 Martin Way E Olympia, Washington 98506 (360) 459-5525
El Sarape Olympia
955 Black Lake Blvd SW Olympia, Washington 98502 (360) 352-1201
El Sitio Mexican Restaurant
116 Legion Way SE Olympia, Washington 98501 (360) 764-8952
Ember Goods
422 Washington St. SE Olympia, Washington 98501 (360) 338-0315
Embers Restaurant
5900 Troon Lane SE Olympia, Washington 98501 (360) 459-4572
Emperor’s Palace Lacey
7321 Martin Way E Lacey, Washington 98516 (360) 791-7411
Emperor’s Palace Olympia
400 Cooper Point Rd SW Olympia, Washington 98502 (360) 352-0777
Encore Teas + Encore Chocolates & Sweets
116 5th Ave SE, Suite A Olympia, Washington 98501 (360) 350-0833
Equal Latin Restaurant & Bar
520 4th Avenue East Olympia, Washington 98501 (360) 819-4817
Evergreen Valley Espresso
9347 Yelm Hwy SE Suite B Olympia, Washington 98513 (253) 888-2750
Farrelli’s Pizza (Hawks Prairie)
8825 Tallon Ln sw Lacey, Washington 98516 (360) 923-4722
Farrelli’s Pizza (Lacey)
4870 Yelm Highway Lacey, Washington 98503 (360) 493-2090
Farrelli’s Pizza (Tumwater)
111 Tumwater Blvd SE Tumwater, Washington 98501 (360) 528-2131
Fatso’s Bar & Grill
3205 Martin Way E Olympia, Washington 98506 (360) 491-9066
Figaro’s Pizza
19810 Old Highway 99 Rochester, Washington 98579 (360) 273-2400
Filibuster Cocktail Bar & Lounge
404 Washington St SE Olympia, Washington 98501 (360) 915-6879
Filling Station Espresso
728 4th Ave E Olympia, Washington 98506 (360) 754-8415
Flaming Pig BBQ
111 Tumwater Blvd SE B101 Tumwater, Washington 98501 (360) 628-3871
Fog & Fern Coffee House
4219 6th Ave SE Lacey, Washington 98503 (360) 359-4622
Food Trucks East Downtown
728 4th Ave E Olympia, Washington 98506
Frenchie’s on 4th
1001 4th Ave E Olympia, Washington 98201 (360) 539-7182
Fresh Phở
700 Sleater Kinney Rd SE Lacey, Washington 98503