BBudd Bay Cafe

Budd Bay Cafe

8.2

525 Columbia St NW, Olympia, WA 98501, USA

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Thursday: 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM

Restaurant · $$ · Beer, wine and cocktails · 3,325 Google ratings

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Classic Northwest fish house on the waterfront with views of Budd Bay & a Sunday seafood brunch. A family-friendly pick in Olympia.

Kids menuGood for kidsOutdoor seating

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Budd Bay Cafe in Olympia
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Ratings

Kids8.5
Food8.0
Drinks7.9
Vibes8.2

Reviews (5) from Google

Went back to Bud Bay Cafe this week for our Aunts birthday, they accommodated our party size and everyone enjoyed their meals. We were looking for a new pleasant dining experience and we certainly were not disappointed at Budd Bay Cafe. They have a very good menu with lots of options and a happy hour menu with lots of really good options. Happy hour 3pm to 5:30pm. Nice marina side seating with great views of the harbor. Outdoor seating on nice days. Outdoor seating does not allow happy hour menu items. Unfortunately for us it was pouring rain but we got a nice window table. Our service by Jerry was very good, he made sure we had everything we needed. Entire staff friendly and accommodating. We opted for the three course Sunset Dinners of prime rib with mashed potatoes, carrots, asparagus and fried artichoke hearts appetizer ending with creme brulee dessert. Second dinner cod, fries and coleslaw, an outstanding clam chowder and cheesecake dessert. We also had a steamed clams appetizer. Overall great dining experience in a comfortable setting with a nice ambiance. We will definitely be returning. By the way the food was really good 👍

@mud larson8.0/10 2026-04-24

Nice location since it’s next to the marina. I had the buddy bay salmon pan seared with wasabi aioli and it was delicious. Also ordered the crab & artichoke dip which was really good especially if you like cheese. Kids had fish & chips, no complaints. Had the brownie and the apple pie à la mode. Didn’t take long to be seated at all and the waiter was very knowledgeable about the food.

@Yoselyn Casas10.0/10 2026-06-12

Gorgeous view from the outside dining on the bay! Food was excellent as was the very friendly and attentive service from Marquis!!! Will definitely be back!!! It's on the boardwalk which was an added bonus to go for an evening walk after dinner!!

@Rhonda Jones10.0/10 2026-07-08

My wife and I just went here today to celebrate our 12rh Anniversary. They had great service and very delicious food. Our Pacific Salmon were cooked to perfection and we even tipped the Chef as well! The appetizers and desserts were very good as well.

@Jacob Hilliard8.0/10 2026-03-30

The restaurant is very nice. The views from the windows are beautiful. It takes a while to prepare the food, but the atmosphere of the restaurant compensates. The interior of the restaurant is pretty as well. The people working are very nice and attentive to the customers. The food was also good, and we enjoyed our experience at this location. It was a little difficult to park by the restaurant, especially later in the day.

@Evgeniya Bozhko10.0/10 2026-03-14