I have been going here for years. FIVE full stars because: -…read moreFood is amazing. The entrees (my fave is the mac & cheese with yummy tempeh bacon) and absolutely the desserts, too! - Customer service, also amazing - They have a pay-it-forward program that helps those in need get meals for free Do yourself and Olympia a service and go check this place out!

I have been wanting to try Wayside forever but am absolutely never in the Olympia area. Because we…read morefinally were this weekend, I definitely wanted to take the opportunity to come here. It did not disappoint! I tried the Norma sandwich which was delicious. The tofu skin patty was unlike any other faux chicken I've had and so good! And because I'm always on the search for great vegan mac and cheese I had that as my side. Absolutely delicious! Very creamy. Portions are large here so I brought some of the mac home and am looking forward to having it for lunch tomorrow. My husband tried the dip sandwich with a side of the mashed potatoes and gravy and ate every last bit. He loved it. It's a very cute cafe on the corner with friendly staff. I witnessed a man in need come in and take advantage of the program they have where you can buy a meal for a hungry person to come in in the future and have a free meal. That's a lovely service to the community. So glad I was able to finally patronize this great vegan business! I'll try to come back soon!

Best Tacos our family has had this year!…read more The menu had so many unique choices and ways to customize things. We had such good service, the environment was friendly, and everything was so genuine. We initially just wanted some to-go food, but ended up dining in, and loved it so much that we ordered some more to-go Tacos afterwards. Will definitely be referring this place to family and friends

Came here for lunch. It's a good option if you're the kind of person that is too afraid to try…read moreIndian food because you think it'll be spicy.

The Grilled Chicken Salad was healthy, delicious & gluten-free. Looking forward to returning.read more

I've been to Safura's several times as it's conveniently located near my wife's place of employment…read moreand we both love mediterranean food. Ambience - Kinda a cafeteria vibe to me. But tidy and orderly and functional. Service - very courteous, friendly, and attentive. Food prepared in a timely fashion. Food - modest homemade tasting food. At this juncture, we've tried just about everything on the menu. I personally find the food a little bland and think some improvements could be made in this regard. It reminds me of a home cooked meal in which you are having a large number of friends over and want to have the broadest appeal... but not really cooking for your family nucleus and going all out.. it's safe...but not really interesting win any regard...utilitarian....if that makes sense. It's a solid OK establishment all around. But I'm glad it's here in Lacey and we will definitely return again... at some point, I'm sure.

Everything about this place is wonderful. The owner Koty and her main waiter/cashier Melissa are…read moreboth great people. They remember my name and my order, and I like to think of them as friends. Literally my favorite meal is made here. I go on average at least once every two weeks. At one point I'd go multiple times a week.

Best Thai restaurant in town. We always go there for lunch or dinner…read more Excellent freshly cooked food, and customer service. I keep ordering new dishes and have not been dissapointed yet. Portions are good and the food is delicious. Got to try!

Sat 11:30 am - no reservations. Restaurant not too busy. The…read moreolder female hostess was not welcoming to us or the party of 2 that walked in behind us. I've encountered her before -- she isn't rude, just not at all welcoming. She asked us to wait for a moment for'something' which turned out to be stocking water bottles and napkins. We felt like an intrusion to tasks she could've worked on after seating us. We asked to sit on the patio in the sun - she seemed annoyed by this but acquiesced. The patio was quaint and the weather helped make it enjoyable. We were greeted by our server (wish I had her name - older lady in tie-dye shirt) she was welcoming, helpful with the menu, and very friendly! We ordered cocktails and brunch and enjoyed both! Dishes (Smoked Salmon Lox & Goats do Roam Tart) & Drinks were all good - see photos for more info. So go -- get past the hostess and you'll enjoy the rest!!! PS - I do remember from a past visit, the Beignets were good!

Octapas Café was an outstanding dining experience and one of those places where every dish seemed…read moreto hit the mark. We started with the patatas bravas, gambas pil pil (butter garlic shrimp), oysters (both raw and cooked), and a hummus platter, and everything was excellent. The true standout, however, was the smoked salmon Alfredo--an absolutely incredible dish and one of the best pastas I've had in a long time. We added some chopped jalapeños for extra heat, but honestly, it was fantastic even on its own. The dessert was equally impressive, with a cake that was incredibly moist and the perfect way to end the meal. The wine selection deserves special mention as well. They offer a great variety of Spanish wines that pair beautifully with the menu. Service was fast, friendly, and attentive throughout our visit. The atmosphere is one of Octapas Café's biggest strengths. The restaurant features a beautiful, spacious dining room, plenty of outdoor seating, and even a private event space for larger gatherings and celebrations. Whether you're stopping by for tapas, seafood, pasta, or wine, Octapas Café delivers a memorable experience from start to finish.

For a super casual, yummy, local, rice bowl situation Miso is great. The staff had always been…read morefriendly, and the place is always clean. I recently went in for their 9th Anniversary when they were offering any of their bowls for $9. It was pretty busy for dinner, but the staff made short work of the line. They always give heaping portions I can usually get two meals out of them. My favorite is the steak, but I get the tuna sometimes. You can't go wrong.

Got poke bowls to-go with Jaric and I was pleasantly surprised how good the quality was,…read moreconsidering this is in Lacey and what I believe to be a chain restaurant. Really great location! Very quiet as no one was here eating in the minimal seating arrangements that felt a bit tight... it felt awkward for me at first, but staff was so welcoming and personable in their interactions with Jaric and me when we ordered at the front. Service was quick, too, and better than chipotle with their servings. Fish and meats were fresh, which was unexpected on my end for this place. It was such a good surprise. Plenty of parking at the square that this spot is located in. Outside seating arrangements available, too. Made for good leftovers when I went to work the next day.

Amazing food, great staff, cool ambience. What more could you want? I am not vegan however their…read moremenu is all vegan but you'd barely know it! Their baked goods are cold and yummy and their food is unique but tasty. I recommend this place if you're looking for something new to try! They have a rooftop dining area where the staff bring you your food! And they are all very nice. Apparently everything is made from scratch too! Would come again!

No parking at all. Street is full. I am handicapped so they told me I have to park at a bakery…read morearound the block. Would have loved to try the place. But no place to park.

The ambience is beautiful inside…read more The best part of the Baked Eggs dish was the cheese. The cheese was so flavorful, creamy, and delicious. Next best was the bread - it was perfectly soft inside with a crispy crust. Between how oily the dish was and my nose running from the increased spice as I continued eating, I wouldn't return for this dish. The eggs weren't noticeable in appearance or taste- I had to search for them. The "creamy grits" were creamy, but the black pepper taste was STRONG. Definitely ordered the side for the "creamy" factor, hoping when the server said harissa in the eggs would have a mild spice, that the grits would calm my mouth. The amount of pepper made this unsuccessful. But if you like black pepper a lot then you'll enjoy them. My son enjoyed the beignet's. The server was also the host and he was kind. It was easy to get his attention when needed. I didn't see anyone with a grin on their face after taking bites of their food. I looked around quite a bit out of curiosity. So for ambiance, kind and prompt service, and the possibilities of the menu I gave it 4 stars. We only tried the few things I mentioned. I did also appreciate the bottle of water ready on every table. Note that there is no kids menu and it's mostly table seating. So maybe try on your own or with other adults, and leave the kids at home?

We loved checking out Chicory. Such a cute space. All the staff were lovely from start to finish…read more The pork chop was so delicious and we were in love with the dirty fried rice. The crispy bits in the rice were soooo good. Delicious side salad, loved the vinaigrette, so flavorful. Definitely will be back! Wish they had later hours.

This is my favorite comfort food in town. The customer service is always outstanding and the menu…read moreis consistent. A nice detail is the decorations. Clearly the owners care about their shop, clean and full of personality. I always forget to take a picture of my food. I reccomend the Thai Tea and anything off "my wife's favorites menu". I've eaten that entire list and it's 10/10. Bathroom is wheelchair accessible

Ok, this is now my new favorite Vietnamese restaurant in the area (sorry Saigon 8). I've been twice…read morenow. The first time I ordered the Bahn Mi sandwich and it was one of the best I've had since Andy's bistro closed. Today I tried thier beef pho and it was outstanding. My only complaint is they could put more rice noodles in it. Great service and staff and I even got to meet the chef, an adorable little lady. Highly recommend.

Great Friendly Service and food is amazing! 2 visits in just 1 week. Best flautas I've ever had…read more Everything is so fresh, the RICE was bomb I had to order a side of just rice to take home. For a food truck, the quality of the food is outstanding!

This was hands-down, the worst experience ever since we moved to the Olympia area. My daughter and…read moreI were deliberately ignored by the lady that runs the taco stand, even though there was nobody else in line in front of us. I actually could not believe that that was happening, she deliberately looked at me and never even once said, can I take your order the man that was cooking noticed this, but didn't help us. I don't know if this was a race racist or hate type of crime but that's what it felt like since I am a Caucasian woman and so is my daughter. Terrible terrible experience and also a filthy eating environment. I noticed I would not recommend going there ever.