Absolutely would not recommend for catering…read more The biggest issue I had with city picnics was that ten of our vegetarian sandwiches had ham in them. Not only that, but when I called staff the next day that our office was open (which was delayed by a weekend and a snow day), they raised their voices at me and explained how I was wrong and how it is impossible for them to have meat in their veggie sandwiches. Well obviously not since that's what we had.. and without a doubt this was the most unprofessional experience I have ever had with any business. If you follow my reviews, you know I am a fair person who has only once ever given a business a one star review. I don't do this lightly because I know that my review can have an impact on a business. But I've been in event planning for several years and have never had a worse experience than with City Picnics. We had a few communication hiccups, but nothing I haven't experienced before - catering is a hectic business and delivery to the Capitol Campus can complicate things even more. Completely understandable and not a big deal. They offered basic sandwiches with chips got a great price, and we were excited about not having to give an arm and a leg to provide lunch for our group. The biggest issue I had was, again, that ten of our vegetarian sandwiches had ham in them and instead of owning up to their mistake and apologizing (or at least lying about being sorry..) they argued with me, raised their voices, talked over me, and were extremely rude. When making sandwiches for upwards of 130 people, mistakes can happen. We're all human. I tried to explain that yes, it did happen, it's a pretty big deal that they should know happened, and that they should look into HOW it happened so that no other groups need to go through what we did with frustrated guests. I'm not sure why they think someone would lie about this for ten sandwiches.. but maybe they didn't hear me since they were pretty busy talking over me. I was looking for an apology and "we apologize" or "we're so sorry that happened" wasn't said one time. Instead they insisted on arguing with me repeatedly for a mistake they say is impossible but clearly happened - there were 100 witnesses at lunch. I wasn't asking for a comp of those sandwiches but after that argue fest and their unprofessional handling of my order I jumped to accept when they offered it for the 10 mislabeled ones. They won't be receiving my support again, and I'll be sure to pass along the message to colleagues who do large events on the capitol campus annually. Save yourself the trouble and spend a few extra dollars per person for professional service elsewhere.

We had City Picnics cater a class reunion picnic for 90 people. We could not be happier with the…read moreservice, food quality and how genuinely nice they were to deal with. They were incredibly efficient - everything was set up and ready to go at 1:00 pm, just as we had requested. We got the whole crowd through the line promptly. The food was excellent. True, it would be hard to screw up burgers, hot dogs and chicken on the grill, but the real test was the potato salad, which was wonderful. Everything was fresh, tasty, and clean. They stuck around and helped us clean up after we ate. The price was more than fair, a great value. The remarkable thing is that this was a crowd of crabby old people who complain about everything. But we had no negative comments about the food or service. Thanks to Holly and her co-worker (whose name I didn't get, unfortunately) for a really nice meal.

So glad we stumbled upon this small food. Amazing Arepas and even better service. Everything on the…read moremenu here is great. We got a few Arepas modernas and the plantains and loved everything. It might be a bit hard to find but there are a few other food cards in this area and plenty of seating and parking. Definitely stop by when you're in the area and our favorite was the pork moderna

My friend and I stopped here for a quick lunch, and this is a very affordable option if you are in…read morethe area. Our arepas were filling, was not extraordinary but it was a good meal. The Yuca fries on the other hand were delicious. I would definitely recommend to get a side of those if eating at this location.

Shelly and the team at Masonry exceeded every expectation we had for our wedding catering. When…read moreplanning the wedding, we were very stressed by the cost of everything. Shelly offered to call me and talk things through, offering creative ways for us to be able to save on spending; paying in cash to reduce card fees, reducing staff by using disposable plates, moving to one protein, etc. We didn't end up needing to do most of these things, but regardless, she indicated she was on our team and would do whatever she could to help us. She was beyond patient with me and kind the whole way through as I went back and forth on what to do. I had endless questions for weeks before booking. On wedding day, everything went off without a hitch. Her team showed up in professional attire, were kind, respectful, and prompt. They were so sweet and kept telling us how beautiful everything was and how grateful they were to be there. The food was SO GOOD. So good in fact we put the leftover scalloped potatoes, prime rib, and artichoke chicken straight in the freezer on wedding night and are just about to run out. It is still just as good now reheated in the oven! And the desserts went QUICK. If I could change anything, I would have ordered extra. We have too many sweet lovers in the family!

This is the same owner as when they were located in Yelm. Recently opened at the golf course and…read morethey have plans to expand their menu and hours (golf course still managed by the military so there is an approval process they have to follow). Food is just as good as when they were in Yelm. They have a few of their yummy desserts but still waiting on the military's approval to make and sell there famous sourdough bread rounds. Service was great and the facility is really nice. It's open to the public. There is plenty of seating, a fireplace, roll up doors for the summer with outdoor seating and even a golf simulator.

Great service! They were willing to cut my steaks to my preferred thickness. They have a great…read moreselection and great prices. Highly recommend!

Yelp told me that my review was removed. Someone is always complaining, yet, my reviews are always…read morehonest and accurate, so any claim otherwise is false. Problem is, after 1000 reviews, it's not also easy to recall an experience, but this is what I recall about this place. The service wasn't friendly. Although I wouldn't go as far to call it rude, but the guy did act like our business was interrupting him. They had a homemade salsa that was better than anything you would buy in a retail store. They also sold something I can recall the name of, but it was chicken fat and my dog loved it I put it in a pot with water and simmered it into a broth and she was in doggy heaven. I also bought a pack of hot links that were probably closer to a spicy chorizo than traditional hot link. Since the business appeared to my Mexican/Latino, that just makes sense. Ive been back to Olympia and honestly regretted forgetting about this place, because my dog really loved the chicken fat and I haven't seen anyone local to me that sells it. Pricing here was also fair. Nothing was cheap, but nothing was overprice either. Short of the sour attitude, it would have been a win, 4 star for sure.

Cute shop located in south capitol neighborhood. They always have a wide selection of treats and…read moredrinks. Front staff are always helpful and kind.

Many a fond memory of the Pond, going back to the late '60s. I always stop in whenever I'm in Oly.read more

I was so hungry and I had 15 minutes and $15 dollars and walked out with plenty of time and a…read moremarvelous grilled chz with turkey and a couple $$'s to spare. I'm so grateful to Tracy and the crew today!

Don't waste your money. A quick look behind the counter will show you how dirty the floor is. They…read morejust step on food they drop. The women behind the counter are rude and unprofessional but that's not even anything compared to the food. It just tastes like cafeteria food that's way over priced and lacks flavor. The breakfast bowl, one of the items I got. Is just frozen egg disks and sausage disks they microwave and throw cheese on. You'll pay at least $8 on average here for nonsense. Working at the Capital i know it's convenient, but it's cheaper, easier, and WAY better to do yourself a favor and download Uber eats, or take a quick walk DT to a real deli.

The best bbq I've had in the PNW. We love the garlic noodles and the brisket . My fave is the pork…read morebelly because, you know, you are what you eat. The sides are potato salad, mac n cheese, and beans, all of them good. There are no tables because this pop up happens usually around Thursday through Sunday, so don't just drop by- check their Facebook page for dates and times. The food is so good that people stand in line for a long time and he does run out. Do yourself a favor and go early because you do not want to miss out on the brisket or pork belly.

This is the best place to get BBQ! The service is outstanding, and the owners are so friendly and…read morenice. Truly amazing BBQ. I got a BBQ plate with Brisket, grilled chicken, with Mac and cheese and potato salad for the sides. The Mac and cheese was an absolute smash as you can tell from the picture because ITS GONE ALREADY. Truly a fun experience and will be going back!

Chef Sunshine Catering provided very lovely food for our wedding this past September (my mom still…read moresays the majority of the apps/dishes were too salty, agree to disagree). Unfortunately, my mom and I CAN agree that the food is now the only positive component of our interaction. This company has been so unprofessional and dismissive of my family's reasonable concerns regarding our wedding post event and it is all very upsetting, especially following such a joyous event. The gist is that we had a few basic points of feedback that we wanted addressed, which included the salads not being individually plated and pre-set (the salad type was specifically chosen given options delineated by the caterer for this purpose), running out of potable water (of which we paid for), and a variety of guest service concerns including the bartender informing guests that they were "running out of wine" when we had cases of wine available to be brought out. Our contact responded to our concerns very unprofessionally and over-reactively (IMHO) in her first email. Then, when my mom took the time to provide further detail and support of the issues at hand, and express her own frustrations as a key financial stakeholder in the wedding, that email was met with a very terse response that didn't even address any of the items that had been thoughtfully (and factually) laid out. All our contact said was that they "take all clients concerns seriously" and then "wished us all the best" and then, that was that. Short and not so sweet. Never an apology or ownership, just defensiveness, blame, and then a couple thank you for the feedback. We paid this company thousands of dollars for our once in a lifetime event and not having concerns addressed appropriately and professionally is just a complete let down, on multiple levels. I understand that there are not a ton of options out on the peninsula. What I am confused about is the lack of adherence to even a base line of customer service, let alone this "superior service" that they boast. To make matters even more disappointing, to date we have not been contacted by Chef Sunshine herself (not to mention neither she or Chef Patrick checked in on us once at our Tasting which is fairly standard practice). I have over 10 years of experience working in the hospitality industry and I was so excited to work with a caterer whose reviews boasted kindness, price flexibility, and creativity--in the end, given our final interactions with this company, success in all of these areas (and more) fell very short of expectations.

My now husband and I hired Sunshine's to cater our wedding for about eighty people out in Port…read moreGamble, and they were fabulous! I can't even begin to describe how many compliments we received on the food. Between an amazing cheese platter featuring all local cheeses (I'm still receiving inquiries about which cheese they used!) to a beautifully plated, delicious buffet with a menu customized just for us, there are no words to describe how tasty everything was! Their service was also beyond reproach. Since our venue typically uses a list of set caterers they require any outside caterers to tour the premises so they have a clear proposal for how they use the space. Sunshine, her husband, and their chef all drove nearly 80 miles and took a ferry to spend the afternoon touring the space. We were also able to sit down with Sunshine and plan out a menu that worked perfectly with our theme and worked well within our budget. Their prices were extremely reasonable and well worth every cent! During our wedding they went out of their way to make sure my husband and I got to try everything, packaged up all the leftovers for us, and even helped clean up! Without a doubt, hiring Sunshine's was the best decision we made during our wedding planning process. I couldn't be happier with the results and encourage anyone thinking of hiring them to do so without a doubt!

We could not be happier with Happy Camper bartending at our wedding! From start to finish, the team…read morewas professional, friendly, and completely on top of everything. Our guests are still talking about how great the drinks were and how fun the bartenders made the night. They handled the crowd effortlessly, kept lines moving, and always had a smile on their faces--even during the busiest moments. The bar setup looked fantastic, the drinks were perfectly made, and the whole experience felt seamless and stress-free for us as the couple. We loved that they provided glassware and even allowed for us to buy our own alcohol. Buying our alcohol was a must for us since we had a wedding of 230 people so we wanted to get it from a store that allowed us to return the extra bottles that were unopened. The option of making our own bar signs was a plus as well because I loved being able to DIY as much I was able to. They are also one of the only few bartending companies around that is more in the affordable range which was very much appreciated due to our guest count being on the higher side. If you're looking for a bartending company that brings great vibes, excellent service, and total professionalism, look no further. They truly helped make our wedding unforgettable. Highly, highly recommend!

Jason absolutely crushed it bartending at our small, intimate wedding. We threw some pretty unique…read moredrink requests his way, and he nailed every single one. The cocktails? Chef's kiss. So good, in fact, that, well... let's just say everyone left the party a little extra happy. Beyond the drinks, Jason was just the nicest, most accommodating person ever. He made sure everything ran smoothly and didn't even flinch at our requests or ideas. Jason, you're a legend. Thank you for absolutely killing it, being so cool about our drink preferences, and making our day extra special. You've officially secured your spot as my go-to bartender for all future events. Keep slinging those epic drinks and rocking it!

This is not the supermarket you go to get your usual groceries for a fair price because this place…read morecan be a little pricir, but it's always worth it to drop by to see what they have because they this is where you get a finer line of foods for your favorite gourmands. I brought Mom here so she could get some chowder for dinner and I ended up walking away with a crunchy 8 year old cheddar. This place also does special dinner nights where you can nuy your ticket and have chefs cook with wine pairings, so it's nice they have events. Can 't wait to try one in the summer so we can get our bougie dinner party going on with the warm air on the Sound.

I'll be honest, the name "Thriftway" had me lowering my expectations. I'm not from the area and had…read moreno clue about the chain, but... WOW. This place completely surprised me. The store is spotless and perfectly organized--every single aisle looked like it came straight out of a grocery commercial. The produce, bakery, and local products? Gorgeous. Honestly, it's the most beautiful grocery store I've seen, and I've been traveling full-time across the U.S. for 5 years. Never thought I'd gush about a grocery store, but here we