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    The 4th Ave Tavern

    3.1 (53 reviews)
    ModerateBars, American, Pizza
    Open 12:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    THE 4TH AVE TAVERN ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Live music
    Divey
    Good for groups

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    Mike D.

    Hmm, this is a tough one. I like the 4th. I like the bartenders and I like the drinks. I just had one of the worst food experiences (without getting sick.) I'll start by saying I come here every once in a while, I tend to frequent other bars more, but I've been liking it more. I had lunch here the other day, and it was pretty good bar food. I had a tasty burger-dip and my wife had a bacon cheese burger which was also tasty. With tater-tots which I always love. No complaints there. Then comes tonight. I met up with a friend from out of town, and didn't feel like coming home and cooking dinner. Went to the 4th because we could get a cocktail or two and get food to go. Figured we'd try the pizza. (yes, I know there are a ton of tried and true pizza joints in town, Al Forno, you kick ass.) But I wanted a cocktail while I waited. Got home, and saw some sort of pizza abortion, after waiting upwards of 35 minutes for it. I wouldn't have minded the wait if it had been even decent. I may be thinking that my food was either made twice back there, or maybe the dough hadn't been made yet? If the food isn't ready, or you mess it up, please let me know, so I can make my own decision as to whether I want to continue waiting or not. The crust is by far the worst crust I've ever had, and that includes the early attempts at my making my own crust at home. It was cracker thin, undercooked, incredibly floury, and just unacceptable. It was even ugly as sin. (see my pictures.) The calzone I got was moist and doughy, and the ricotta was weird and grainy. (my wife is convinced it was cottage cheese.) A place like this needs to concentrate on doing good bar food. Good, quality burgers, maybe have a variety of hot dogs, good french dips and other sandwiches. If you can't do something even decently, take it off the menu and add something that you can do well. I still like the 4th, hence the three stars still, but I am very unhappy about this experience, and I hope that maybe someone reads this and gets those pizzas out of there so no one else has to have a ruined meal.

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    3 years ago

    Bartender can NOT handle a weekend crowd. Was clearly upset about something not work related but could not keep up with the drink demand.

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    5 years ago

    My wife and I just step into the 4th this evening. And the bartender said no to her long island order and everyone is cut off.

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    8 years ago

    I had a good time here. The food was good. It was cool to play your own music through the app.

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    9 years ago

    The food here is so great. The best chicken tenders in town, hands down. Order the burger or chicken strip basket. You won't regret it.

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    It is a fun place to hang out at the only problem i have is the cover charge to get in

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    9 years ago

    Good drinks! Oly always on tap! I found $5 under the pool table once. The service is great!

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    4.6(7 reviews)
    0.1 mi

    It's hard to believe I haven't reviewed this place yet. My husband and I decided to come here for…read moretrivia nights to be help quell my depression when the kids go to their bio dad's for the weekend. Then I saw the concerts, the art nights, the craft nights. It really is a social space with a ton of personality and the service is excellent. Often, I am mean girled with small businesses. Heck, I am mean girled in big business but that sucks less because it's cheaper and more convenient. The women who work here are kind to me and my family, even when busy and overwhelmed. The vegan cod is excellent. It's become a team name with my husband. I am eating the broccoli salad right now and am literally making love to it with my mouth. Is it the sunflower seeds? The red onions? Man, it's refreshing, small and guilt free (unlike my double screwdriver). This is a positive space. They help the community, no matter what they look like coming through the door. HIGHLY RECOMMEND

    Wild Child was a place I had in my list to try. Compared to a lot of other places I didn't have it…read moreon my list too terribly long. Now if I remember from what I read correctly the folks that run this place were employees of Wild Man Brewing which had a location here (but closed). After studying the tap list it looks like what they carry here primarily is guest tap beers and meads from local breweries and meaderies and doesn't appear that they make their own like the predecessor of this space. But that's okay as it's a really cool place. The guest taps they have are good... nice and cold. The food is good as well. I got a pulled pork sandwich... something that I haven't had in a really long time. I enjoyed it... it was nice and tasty! It was a nice sized lunch along with the fries. The people that work here are nice and friendly and the space here is fun. Definitely a cool place to come and hang out in!

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    Ilk Lodge

    4.1(41 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    I take everyone who visits me in Olympia to this place for their burger. Hot dang, just thinking…read moreabout it makes me salivate like a dog with a bone. They don't charge an arm and a leg for the 'burg, either, like SOME places do. Beer selection is good, especially the ciders. Something for everybody. There's live music pretty often too. Service is stellar. Helpful staff, friendly like. My old lady ordered a drink and was accidentally poured the wrong beverage. The 'tender apologized and offered to let us have the correct libation along with the mis-poured soldier--no charge. Now THAT'S service. I'll see you again, Ilk Lodge.

    Easy to miss spot in downtown Olympia. There is a private lot, but parking can be a little messy…read more Weird sign on door is a bit too political for our taste, may deter some patrons (but I am sure they don't care). Lots of space as you walk in. This is an order at the counter establishment. Lots of seating for both smaller and larger parties. Several arcade games in the back and what looked to be a chalkboard for kids on the wall. Also looks like maybe a little stage area for live entertainment. Menus are on the table. Lots of items that sound good. We went with an original smash burger, fish sandwich, fries, and onion rings. They came to the table in a decent amount of time. Smash burger was good, no complaints. Fish burger was good as well, big piece of fish. Fries were hand cut, so can't really go wrong. Onion ring portion for price wasnt bad, but the rings themselves were just okay. I can appreciate that the beef used is grass fed and local, as well as the buns being housemade. This would be the exception for the entree prices. Sides are more reasonably priced. Drink prices on the higher side. Food was decent, might come back to try more of the menu. Just didnt really care for the ambiance..

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    Chicory - Partially eaten Sheep's Milk Galette and Smoked Boudin

    Chicory

    4.4(154 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    Very much enjoyed our last prixe fixe adventure dining at Chicory last night! Le Reveillon!! Each…read morecourse was a wonderful surprise, as usual. Staff were amazing. So sorry to see you close, but will look forward to seeing you again in downtown Oly at the new "Gold Standard" soon

    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?

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