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Dancing Goats Coffee

3.7 (79 reviews)
InexpensiveCoffee & Tea
Open 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

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Outdoor seating

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Paul R.

I stopped in at the Dancing Goats coffee in Olympia. Very convenient to great views of the nearby harbor. Great friendly service. I decided to get the latte here and also bought some of the beans to take home with me. Coffee was great.

Kelly S.

Espresso machine was down :( Babe got a vanilla lattee and I skipped out on it because what is a vanilla latte with no fresh espresso? Taste awkward and ended up throwing a portion away :( For $7... I expected it be a classic vanilla latte.........

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Babette C.

This place is conveniently located across the street from the Olympia Farmer's Market, which is nice so you can grab a coffee. We sat at the window which was nice but the seating is very limited at this location. I wasn't really crazy about the coffee. The flavor was too bold for my taste and that's not a bad thing- it's just not my thing. Didn't try any of the food but I don't think I'll be coming back because of that limited seating. I don't want to fill a seat and feel obligated to leave because others need a shot at them. I like to lounge around and soak in atmosphere, so this place kinda robs me of that. I hate not being able to say nice things because a place just isn't to my taste, but maybe it's up your alley, so don't let my opinion sway you if you really want to try it.

Iced Mocha
Jenna L.

Iced mocha was really good. Not an overly complicated drink but it was executed well.

Vita L.

I really appreciate people who treat my daughter well. They were so kind. They didn't judge me when I said she wanted whip cream on her oat milk hot cocoa.... and then.... and THEN they put colorful sprinkles on it and wiped the rim of the cup for presentation. It may not seem like a big deal, but my daughter lit up. She loved that hot cocoa. They had beyond (vegan) breakfast burritos and vegan breakfast sandwiches. They warm them up for you. Tap to pay.

Chai Latte with the almond milk and cinnamon
Darius W.

I have seen the light! I now know the taste of a chai latte. I now understand why people line up for coffee. I now know why the Pacific Northwest is known for its coffee. I became a dancing goat after trying the chai latte with the almond milk and the cinnamon toppings. This English teacher has never quite fit in with his coffee-shop going colleagues, but now everything changes. Thank you for the Dancing Goat!

My Carmel macchiato non traditional
Thelma M.

So after getting my hair done today I went to go support hello cupcake because their last day sadly is tomorrow but the line was like two blocks long so I hopped in my car headed to my favorite coffee shop in Tacoma but out the corner of my eye I saw another coffee shop I have and tried so skeeerd that's my tires people is I made a left hand turn to park and go try dancing goats coffee and I was not disappointed!! Dancing goats espresso bar has been open since 1986 and the name is based upon a legend out of Ethiopia please ask one of the baristas to tell you the legend. I ordered a non-traditional caramel macchiato, BATDORF & BRONSON roasters coffee with tasting notes of cherry , and spice, and it was something nice I followed up with their half off vegan breakfast sandwiches I always buy stuff on sale and try it especially if it's half off it's a good way to try product that was so tasty actually wanted to go back and buy the rest but I got too far away. I bought a few other items such as coffee bags, like tea bags but they're coffee I'm a truck driver so it's nice to have a good cup of coffee on the go when you can't get to a coffee store, I also purchased some of the some of their mints by Chehalis mints, these mints are smooth. Hey don't wait til late Spring or Summer there is plenty of room at the large farmhouse style tables to drink up and visit with a friend!! Oh yeah there in ATL too

Macchiato
Naeel C.

The Espresso Bar has a very welcoming vibe. I ordered a macchiato, overall enjoyable but a little more sour (maybe under-extracted). Their specialty drinks and other offerings look very appealing with a wide variety of options. Staff was very friendly.

three bags of coffee on a picnic table
Sarah S.

Their coffee is divine :) made a quick stop today just to grab some bags for my caffeine addiction. While the Bolivia is new to me, any choice with Dancing Goats is bound to be a good one. They are a reliable place in downtown Olympia to get your caffeine fix or a healthy snack!

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Awesone vanilla latte served in a real mug :)

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Coffee average. Service below average. Prices high. Barrista's non-descript. Skip this dive.

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Love stopping in for a vanilla latte, beautifully presented, while visiting the Farmer's Market.

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Amazing coffee, great service. Wish they were in Seattle!! It's a treat when I visit Oly.

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Located across from the Olympia Farmers Market in downtown Olympia, providing great espresso drinks from Batdorf & Bronson coffee roasters.

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The food was fantastic! It was probably the best avocado toast I have ever had. The toast was…read moreperfectly crunchy, the avocado was fresh and smooth, and the pickled onions added such a perfect touch with the acidity. We got the soup of the day, which was chili. I wish there were a little more sour cream, but it was still savory and delicious regardless. The lady who took our order was very helpful and super sweet. The place was clean, spacious, and very aesthetically pleasing. I don't go to Olympia very often, but I'll assure you I'm coming back for that toast!

Food: 4/5 Drinks: 2/5…read moreService: 3/5 Ambiance: 5/5 If you're looking for a small sense of snootiness, this is your place to have a latte and a lite bite to eat. Our barista was kind of rude and, though we told her we would be a second, she stared us down until we decided what to have. For the drinks, white pumpkin latte, chai latte and an Irish cream coffee. The chai was spicy and the white pumpkin had no flavor. The Irish cream latte, however, was REALLY GOOD. The food, orange cardamom, maple pecan and early grey scones. The earl gray scone had a slightly off-putting texture and we realized it was GF (that was def user error) maple pecan since was good, so was the orange cardamom one. The tempeh Rueben, holy knock your socks off, that was an amazing bite. For being plant-based, it was spot on flavor wise, I was shocked! Oh! Super-pricey, buyer beware.

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Can I just say this place is amazing? What a gem I found in Olympia on our way to Portland. I'm…read moregoing to make this place a regular stop now. I got a little bit scared when reading all the negative reviews about staff not being friendly and having an attitude. I was bracing myself but we had a wonderful gal serve us and the lines were so long and they were extremely busy that she forgot what iced tea we ordered so she gave us both! A chai iced tea and regular. It was so sweet. Also she forgot our croissant but then later comped us the croissant too! The service was amazing so I don't know who the other reviewers are talking about. Also the food was amazing. We requested the peppercini on the side and they totally accommodated and hooked us up. Our bagel sandwiches looked delish and packed with goodies and the pickle complements well with the bagel sandwiches. I also ordered the lemon meringue tart which was delicious. The salmon lox was also really good but we didn't care for the capers because it made it really sour. I would get it without the capers next time. Overall this place is wonderful and I would definitely come again to try their homemade bread/sandwiches next time! The lines are long for a reason.... It's good stuff! But the lines go relatively quickly. Just make sure you know what you want when it's your turn. Parking is basically street parking. I gave it 4 stars because I think it's a bit pricey but I would pay again because it's worth it.

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Iced French Toast Latte, double shot. One of my top fav drinks here.
Iced French Toast Latte, double shot. One of my top fav drinks here.
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