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Come enjoy an unforgettable experience with us! - Dockside Bistro, Olympia, WA

Dockside Bistro

4.7
4.7
1287 Reviews
$31 to $50
Regional American (Northwest)

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 10 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for fine wines
Dockside Bistro & Wine Bar was established in 2007 by Chef Laurie Nguyen. In October 2023, the restaurant was purchased by Chef Zach Caraway and Jade Adams. With over 15 years of culinary experience and training, Chef Zach is dedicated to presenting the culinary traditions of the Pacific Northwest while infusing innovative and unique culinary creations. The restaurant prides itself on using fresh, daily ingredients and regularly updating its seasonal appetizers and entrees.

In addition to its exceptional cuisine, Dockside Bistro offers an extensive selection of wines from around the world. The establishment takes pride in introducing patrons to new and exciting wines, spanning from the old world to the new world. Furthermore, Jade has curated a selection of seasonal cocktails using house-made syrups and freshly squeezed juices.Please join us for an exceptional dining experience in our warm, waterfront setting.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Regional American (Northwest), French / American, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Sat 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (360) 956-1928
  • Website
    http://www.docksidebistro.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Zach Caraway
  • Private party facilities
    Dockside Bistro & Wine Bar is available for private parties, featuring unique and specially designed menus to meet the needs of your special event. Dockside can fit about 20ppl in our banquet room or there are restaurant buy-out options. Give the restaurant a call to book your event with us! (360)956-1928 or email us at docksidebistro@msn.com
  • Location
    501 Columbia St. NW #B, Olympia, WA 98501
  • Neighbourhood
    Olympia
  • Cross Street
    Columbia Ave NW
  • Parking details
    Free parking immediately adjacent to the restaurant and boardwalk is available at Percival Landing North
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 1,287 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Dockside Bistro offers an exceptional dining experience with "spectacular" food and "wonderful" service. Guests rave about exquisite seafood dishes like pistachio-encrusted halibut and black cod, complemented by inventive cocktails. Situated by the marina, it provides a picturesque setting. While some found prices high, the quality and ambiance make it a "hidden gem."

1,287 Reviews

  1. Dan

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Simply a great evening. Delicious and great ambiance. Thanks

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  2. Mike

    San Francisco

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful meal with great service and ambiance. A true Olympia gem!

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  3. Jerry

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Birthday dinner - we were greeted as we checked in and were asked who was celebrating. The booth we requested was available and we were seated immediately. A birthday card was on the table. Our server was welcoming, cheerful, and attentive and the food was delicious and beautifully presented. We were offered numerous options for our meal with truly personalized service. We have eaten here several times in the past, but were not always treated this well. The restaurant is under relatively new ownership and made this birthday dinner memorable. We will definitely be returning.

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  4. Janelle

    Chicago

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and the service was fantastic with knowledgeable and friendly staff.

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  5. sherrie

    Seattle

    36 reviews

    4.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on October 24, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love this place. I had fish Tacos and my date had Brie sandwich, which she loved. I was a little surprised at the taco prep, the fish was in small cubes and appeared to be battered and fried. I've never had a fish taco prepared like that - it was good but would not order it again. I thought the menu said dressed with cabbage, but there was none found and it's my preferred green on fish tacos. So they weren't bad, but just not to my taste.

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  6. Mike

    San Francisco

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Second night in a row - just as good as the night before. Excellent food, service, and ambience.

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  7. Mike

    San Francisco

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on October 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love Dockside. The food and staff are wonderful, and it is nicely proximate to one of my favorite wine shops, The Wine Loft. Great location in Olympia and sunsets are a beautiful backdrop for dining.

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  8. dave

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 19, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Our food was inconsistent. Two of us had the same lamb special. The lamb on one of the meals was over cooked, the other was so under cooked it had to be sent back to the kitchen. The quality of the food experience didn't match the high prices of the meal.

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  9. Karen

    Seattle

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent bread, hot and crunchy on outside, sparkling brut, for me, rack of lamb, perfect flavor, with potatoes and beans and dessert, molten chocolate and my husband across the table having black cod and just outside the window the moon shinning on the bay. The feeling and memories are still with me today.

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  10. Mike

    San Francisco

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on October 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food with a great location with great staff! 

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FAQs

Dockside Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (360) 956-1928.

Dockside Bistro is rated 4.7 stars by 1287 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 10 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Dockside Bistro

501 Columbia St. NW #B, Olympia, WA 98501

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Columbia Ave NW
  • Neighbourhood
    Olympia
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Sat 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Regional American (Northwest), French / American, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Free parking immediately adjacent to the restaurant and boardwalk is available at Percival Landing North
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Zach Caraway
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.docksidebistro.com/
  • Phone number
    (360) 956-1928
  • Private party facilities
    Dockside Bistro & Wine Bar is available for private parties, featuring unique and specially designed menus to meet the needs of your special event. Dockside can fit about 20ppl in our banquet room or there are restaurant buy-out options. Give the restaurant a call to book your event with us! (360)956-1928 or email us at docksidebistro@msn.com
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