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Budd Bay Cafe

525 North Columbia Street NW, Olympia, WA 98501
360 357 6963
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Ranked #22 of 150 restaurants in Olympia
Cuisines: American, Seafood, Steakhouse
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Groups, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Groups, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations
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79% Recommend
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WA
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Love this restaurant!. The servers are always polite and check to see if you need anything (not to intrusive though). The food is great too. I usually order the Cesar Salad with Shrimp and Crab. Enough for 2 people. Can't wait for better weather to sit outside this summer.

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RITZVILLE
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39 reviews 39 reviews
24 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

We loved our visit to Budd Bay. It was very busy, but service was great. Food was very good and the water view was so very nice. You will not be disappointed if you eat at this restaurant. We stayed at the Ramada, and they gave us a card for free appetizer or dessert and what a deal that is.... More

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Los Angeles, California
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2013

I was directed here after stopping for a rest at a local hotel. This was a great meal full of tasty treats. The meal was kind of spendy but well worth it. I would be back any time when I come down to this area. I had the steak and shrimp which was so juicy and tender and best of... More

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olympia, wa
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37 reviews 37 reviews
25 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013

We've dined at Budd Bay on occasion, usually ordering from the lunch menu. The pleasant view of the marina from the dining area has always been an attraction for us. On this particular evening the waiter suggested we try the cioppino. It arrived promptly in huge bowls- one serving was enough for two people. The dish was simply awful. A... More

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Boulder, Colorado
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6 restaurant reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2013

We spent a few days in Olympia recently, tried as many of the local seafood restaurants as we could. Budd Bay was the one we went back to. Best Salmon of the trip, the cedar planked was especially good. The interior could use a freshening, and the service was acceptable at best, but still an enjoyable experience. Not inexpensive, but... More

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seattle, wa
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48 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
32 helpful votes 32 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2013

Went here with my familly for Sunday brunch and had a great time. $26 a plate for adults, not too bad, really, considering all that you get. Nice view, great service, amzing food options. Salads, waffles, eggs, omelettes, all kinds of meats, breads, rolls, salmon dishes, roust beef, pork roast, ham, mashed potatoes, hash browns, and the list goes on.... More

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Olympia, WA
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2013

Those of us who live near water tend to take the view for granted, but on a recent sunny day, three friends and I sat near the window and enjoyed the view of the boats, birds, people and the glistening water and I thought how fortunate we were to be there. Being vegetarian I passed on the seafood options, even... More

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Seattle
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35 reviews 35 reviews
20 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2013

Because we were staying at the nearby Phoenix inn and this restaurant was recommended for local fish and seafood, we decided to give it a try. We were seated immediately and our waiter was attentive from the beginning, offering water and asking if we had drink requests. We were given ample time to peruse the menu before he returned to... More

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See 4 more reviews by takn123 for Olympia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 February 2013

Wonderful place to sit outside and people watch folks strolling on the boardwalk of Percival Landing. Good breakfasts.

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Washington
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51 reviews 51 reviews
31 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 February 2013

We tried this restaurant last week before seeing a play at the harlequin theater & were so pleased. I don't normally get clam chowder at restaurants because I am very particular. I asked our server a few questions & decided to take a chance. It was really good. Best in the area I think. Our server was wonderful. He steered... More

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