Nisqually Bar & Grill is one of those laid-back local spots in the area. One of the things I appreciate most is that the drink prices are actually reasonable, which seems harder and harder to find these days! And they have steamed clams, which is always a win for me. I love being able to sit down, have a good drink without paying an outrageous price, order some steamed clams, and just enjoy the atmosphere. It has that comfortable neighborhood bar-and-grill feel without trying to be anything overly fancy. Good drinks, reasonable prices, steamed clams, and a relaxed atmosphere. read more

A clean dive bar with good food at reasonable prices. Definitely a place for young and older guests. The service is quick and responsive.

The service was quick and excellent the food totally delicious and everybody was nice and polite and professional. I appreciate being able to set a table and wait for my order. The restrooms are clean. I highly recommend this restaurant for anybody looking for a casual atmosphere or Sports watching. read more

We took a detour for gas and decided to have lunch at this local stop that touted its "Best Burger." An apparent regular customer arrived at the same time and opened the door for us. We stood inside and he nodded that we should seat ourselves. Felt sort of "Cheers" like - we could tell that the staff knew his name. Shortly after we were seated, our menus arrived - a LOT to choose from and it all looked delicious. I'm sorry I didn't take a picture to include. We ordered potato skins, a cashew chicken salad, and a mushroom Swiss burger. Everything was perfect and we'll be stopping by this little gem again, for sure! read more

Not sure why I keep coming back here as I am yet again disappointed with the service at this place. None of the lady servers are very friendly at all, no matter how nice and friendly I am. Next time friends say let's go to Nisqually Bar & Grill I am saying NO!!! read more

Stopped here for a Shirley temple and some Wings and was greeted by Toby. He is great at what he does! The place is cool has a lot of decor to be able to check out while you're munching. Definitely will be back! read more

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It's a wonderful place-motorcycles out front. We were driving home from seeing family a couple hours South. Everyone welcoming and kind. Staff is great! Dining outside and inside. And daily specials! I'm disabled, on a fixed income, my money was very well spent here. My husband and I highly recommend. read more

We go here every time we go to ocean shores or westport. Best food we ever had. Place has old style taps on the walls. And the bartender every time remembers us and says to us welcome back good to see you again. We are here about every 2 months and she always remembers us and are dogs always see that they are wearing cute clothes. read more

I can't believe I haven't reviewed our go-to place when we want pub grub close to home. Nisqually Bar & Grill serves the usual bar food options like burgers, wings, etc., which are will freshly prepared and tasty with generous servings. If you don't want a burger or appetizers, they also offer dinner options like steak, clams, pork chops, spaghetti, fish & chips, etc. We usually order the wings or burger & fries, which are really good. The fish & chips are pretty good, but some items are not prepared fresh - like the fish filets, shrimp, chicken strips, etc., which are your standard restaurant frozen fare. They are good quality & taste good, but I'm not really a fan of pre-breaded food and prepare hand-dipped fried foods. Service is usually pretty fast, with expected delays when they are crowded. We usually get seated with our drink order taken very quickly. They have a nice selection of beers on tap, so we start off with a cold brew. Food is served pretty quickly after it is ordered, and if you're starving you can always grab a basket of freshly popped popcorn to munch on while you wait. The atmosphere is pure pub decor with sports memorabilia and other interesting items hanging on the wall. They have pool tables and outdoor seating, which is handy for smokers if that's your thing. If you want reliably good pub grub without waiting forever or paying an arm & leg, Nisqually Bar & Grill will not disappoint. read more

Nisqually Bar & Grill - Friday fish 'n chips special with fries, slaw and really good clam chowder! - American Near Me - Olympia, Washington

If you want to be yelled and snapped at....this is the place for you. The servers are not welcoming or friendly. Its seems they hate their jobs and treat the patrons like they are a hindrance. Especially the larger female server. The place has great food and atmosphere but is it worth it?? read more

Food has gone down hill. Haven't been here for 3-4 years. Fish and chips are breaded now not battered. Fish isn't flaky. Spaghetti is mushy and more like fettuccine not spaghetti, meatballs are frozen, which is usually fine but with mushy noodles and too sweet of sauce it's a big no. New owner I'm guessing. Don't improve goodness with okayness read more

This location has eclectic decor and a lively group of people. The service was a little slow, but they were friendly. We went in with the understanding that the food would likely be average, and that was the case. The chicken sandwich was very tough, and the fries were basic. The Reuben sandwich and onion rings were good. I would not go out of my way to eat here again. read more

Nisqually Bar & Grill - Reuben sandwich - American Near Me - Olympia, Washington

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There are some really fun, funny waitresses there. They can banter right back with my husband and I. We have gone there for years and will continue as long as we can hobble out to the car or walk across the fields between there and our house. read more

I ate there with a friend last Friday. He had bacon burger with fries and I had fish and fries with cup of chowder. I've had chowder in several places and hands down this was the best! All the food was fresh, hot and yummy. Going back for the chowder. read more

Awesome little bar. I've only ever drank here. Food looks pretty decent. Service is great every time. Great bloody Mary's! read more

Nisqually Bar & Grill - Cran mimosa - American Near Me - Olympia, Washington

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If you're coming here to eat, forget about it. Possibly the WORST quality of food I've ever been served. Our server was nice but we paid over $70 (no alcohol) for food we couldn't even eat & would have been better had we gone to the AM/PM. read more

Great local bar and restaurant, come for the 19 beers on tap, stay for the great local food and no nonsense ambience!

Well, how did I end up here!?! Doesn't matter because of the experience! Upon entry, you will see trinkets, signs, and other ornaments everywhere! This place wears its history and nostalgia on the wall. Personality as well just oozes off the wall. The waitresses bring just as much personality with their responsiveness and witty playful banter. The food is good old diner food! I had the top cut sirloin steak with eggs. I'm not a medium rare guy, and I stand firm on that stance. Yes, come for the food but also come for the experience and the people. It's the family-friendly and friend-friendly atmosphere for me! True definition of a pub! read more

Nisqually Bar & Grill - Top cut sirloin steak for Brunch - American Near Me - Olympia, Washington

Love the food and the service here, always fairly reasonable on price and the daily specials like the all you can eat spaghetti are a win. The only down side is the crowd can get kinda rowdy on certain nights and the food closes down unreasonably early. read more

I've came here a couple times with family for drinks and pool. Bartenders are always super nice and keep the vibe just right. It's very clean with an outdoor seating area which I love. If ur on the freeway, this place is super convenient to pull in, grab a bite and head out. The food is very good. read more

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Stopped in on the way home from SeaTac a few weeks ago. Our two almost-adult sons had burgers while I ordered a club sandwich. It was the best in decades, just what used to be a classic club but seems to have disappeared. This one was nothing fancy, just perfect. Turkey, ham, bacon, cheese, lettuce & tomato on (in my case white toast). It was so good that I changed my airport drive routine from Pick-Quik in Fife for the past 20 years, which used to be fantastic but has slipped a bit, to Nisqually Bar & Grill, where I'll be stopping again tomorrow. And yes, the decor is eclectic and the servers both skilled and friendly. read more

Service has come down extremely last couple of months. Current servers are rude and appear to be disgruntled . Saw a server grab a handful of pull tabs twice and possibly gave it to a friend/boyfriend without even counting the tabs. Then when we ordered pull tabs we can clearly see her count each pull tab. Then heard a customer tell the same server they have more weed for her baby daddy. Then both stepped outside and actually did a drug deal. Then saw the customer place his hand under the servers shirt and start rubbing her...( blond heavy set women working sat 2/15 at 2100 hrs.) shortly after she returned inside and can smell the weed they were smoking outside..Wouldn't waste my time writing this but truth should be known as this use to be our favorite spot but is slowing being ruined by recent hires. Such a shame..! Food is decent and priced fairly. Place is going down hill fast..! read more

This is a great little restaurant and bar. The food was good, including some very nice to fine local Washington options including Steamer Clams and a PNW Grilled Cheese Sandwich (sourdough, bacon, cheese and tomato). Very tasty! We'll stop by here again. read more

Doing a short road to from Portland to Seattle and needed lunch- the best answer is not to get off the freeway and drive into Olympia - nope, stop here- quick on and off the freeway- the food is really good, the portions are large and well priced. It's Friday so, while the steamer clams looked great I went for the fish and chip special. Comes with a couple of pieces of fish, fries, slaw and a cup of clam chowder- all pretty great. Partner, also had a cup of chowder but, attempting to set a good example had a half salad and it was also good and a very ample portion. However he was casting an envious eye at my, probably less healthy but yummy plate. Being a more than amply serving I did share everything but the fish- nope all mine. With a good tip as yelpers always do- under $40.00- and, since it's a road trip enjoy the super clean bathrooms. An added benefit is the very short drive down the road to the Nisqually delta bird reserve. Even if you just drive in and take a short walk around the headquarters building it's a great way to get out of the car and stretch. So, a great meal and a visit to the bird reserve. Do yourself a solid, give these nice people your money - and say hello to the birds. read more

Great food. Great service. A unique setting. Very friendly staff. Great beer selection on tap. Fried pickle chips were great. Blue cheese burger was great. read more

Great food, great service. This is our go to bar when we just want to relax and have a drink and a little bite to eat read more

They do have a decent selection on their menu. I opted for the steak with baked potato and salad. The steak was cut weird, had no seasoning, a little tough and fatty. The salad was very plain and the baked potato was not that good. The service was okay. Not sure if I would come back or not. read more

Got the Prime Rib Sandwich - very good. Thicker than shaved beef that is the usual and very tasty. Very busy but servers were very appreciative of our patienc read more

We had decided to come to this Bar and Grill on the way home from a baseball tournament in Centralia and heard this was a good spot to eat. The older waitress taking our order was rude and disrespectful when I tried to order food for my kids. I kept my composure when she was giving me attitude because I didn't want to ruin it for my kids and the team. We ordered the Hawaiian pizza, and it was straight up disgusting. Worst pizza I've ever had in my life, and it's pretty hard to mess up a simple pizza. I paid for the food, and she threw my receipt and pen on the table and walked off. This was one of my worst experiences at a restaurant. I will never go back here because of this waitress. read more

Had the special of the day the prime rib sandwich. It comes with horseradish cheese which didn't taste like horseradish to me so I requested a side if horseradish creamy sauce. The salad a kick to it so be careful. The sandwich was delicious . The prime rib was well done on the edges and pink in the middle. The bun was soft The fries were good. As I was eating five very loud motorcycle riders rolled up which was kind of fun. Then someone played some music on the jukebox. I enjoyed my time at the Nisqually Bar and Grill. I paid in cash as recommended by a previous reviewer. read more

Nisqually Bar & Grill - American Near Me - Olympia, Washington

Stopped in Nisqually bar and Grill for a quick sandwich. To go of course. I got the Pacific Grill sandwich. It's a grilled cheese sandwich with bacon and lettucetomato added. Super delicious. Onion rings are the bomb! If you're driving by stop in you won't be disappointed. read more

A good solid 3. My first visit after a sunny day photographing in the delta. The place was busy considering it was a week day and after noon. The service was prompt and friendly. I ordered a BLT and it was OK but not memorable. In my mind, the bread is that little difference. The fries were sort of shoe-string types. Not greasy. This place has a nice feel to it and I can see why so many regulars like it! read more

Wow worse food ever! We got steamer clams and couldn't even finish them they were so terrible. Everything else was greasy and terrible! Floor was so stinky under the table my shoes were sticky to the floor as I walked away. I will go home and take my shoes off before entering and wash them. Salad was wilted lettuce and no AC. read more

Buyer beware. Treat this place like a 3rd world country and use cash. They will over charge your credit card. Ordered two beers ($6.50ea on happy hour but what ever), they added a fee to use credit card (fine as well). I left a 2 buck tip and figured I was good. They added a 1 in front of that tip and stole 10 bucks from me. That's not good business and is theft. read more

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The food is great. The staff are great. The ambiance is great. Unfortunately, management and/or owners prefer only one type of customer: petite, no mobility or stability issues (i.e. young), and no overweight customers. So, its a market they are not going to get. It was a nightmare getting into and out of booths and the table/chair option was a no-go as the chair were too low to maneuver up and down without help. Basically, bring a cane and friends to help you. And obese or overweight people, use order out and eat in your car. read more

Went in on a Wednesday @8pm after a long walk around the wildlife refuge. There were two badass ladies running the whole bar, tables, and patio, so understandably there was no time to bullshit with them. (It was surprisingly busy in there as you can see in the vid, folks sitting outside too.) I asked for a Pilsner rec and got a couple Deschutes for my friend & I. Dinner Special: 12oz steak & fries w/dinner salad. Ordered w/raspberry vinaigrette, medium-rare steak, came out a lil darker but I figured it may have sat a moment too long (again, these ladies were sprinting around to take care of everyone so no complaints from me). The fries are even thinner than McDonald's fries but surprisingly great. Can't remember the exact dinner price but was shocked, it was less than $16. The pints were cheap too. Music was going all night at a decent volume. This place has lots to offer with the decor, patio, pool tables, & pull tabs. Would for sure come out again. read more

Food is bad, beer is watered down. Same goes with service. Wouldn't recommend to my worst enemy. I would've rather took my money to McDonalds. read more

Service is hit and miss. Lots of RBF's (if you know what I mean). Don't get on their bad side. Also, don't get the steak bites! Not what you think they are. Terrible! Over cooked and breaded Maybe I made a poor decision, because every other time the food has been 6/7 out of 10. read more

This was our first time here. Thanks to my fellow Yelpers for lots of reviews. I had a bacon burger and it was darn good. The bun was nicely grilled, tasty burger and lots of real cheese melted all over with good quality bacon and plenty of it. I would prefer more lettuce and onions would've been an additional charge so I skipped it. I'm not a fan of up charges although it's nice to have options. They had skinny fries that I should've salted. They were cooked to a perfect amount of crisp yet soft inside. The servers were nice and attentive. The restaurant looked clean which was surprising because there are a lot of decorations. It was fun to look around at all of it. They even have a popcorn machine which is normally my must-have guilty pleasure but I was able to resist it since I couldn't even finish my meal. I love that they have some booths besides tables and an outdoor seating area. I asked and it's not pet friendly. The location is very convenient off/on I-5 and a plus that there is parking across the highway for large vehicles. We lucked out and found parking for our parents''s motor coach right by the restaurant so they didn't have to dodge traffic. I had called ahead to ask where it would be ok to park and the pet question. My hubby had their house made chili and it was really good. He liked the meatloaf sandwich and said it had good seasoning. I enjoyed their zuppa Tuscana which was much like Olive Garden's soup. I appreciate that they brought those out first. We'll definitely be back and I'll probably start with popcorn next time lol read more

If I had to rate on service alone, it would be a five+. Service was great. First time I was here. Had a hankering for some fish and chips. Heard they have good ones. Me and a friend sat down and were quickly waited on. I got a soda and ordered Fish and Chips...my friend ordered a Tea and Fish and chips. Soda/Tea promptly delivered. In short time the Fish and Chips came. I was extremely disappointed on the portion sizes. My friends order looked exactly like three (3) fish sticks (remember those from school?). I got one halfway decent size of fish and a fish stick looking thing. Not very generous on the fries either. Looked nothing like the picture in the menu. The previous day was all you can eat fish and chips, so maybe they sold out? Anywho, if I have a hankering for Fish and Chips, won't come back. read more