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Shipwreck Cafe

3.9 (297 reviews)
ModerateCafes, American
Open • 7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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What's the vibe?
Moderate noise
Casual
Good for kids
Dogs allowed

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Ham omelet hash browns
Matt C.

The ambience was very seafaring themed. My friend and I could sit for as long as we wanted and talk about some things. The food was very good, and adding two different kinds of hot sauce made it even better! The waitress checked in with us at least three times while we were there. The exterior of the building was being painted when we arrived so they do care about me building the wanted to as ship shape as possible..

Double Spoiler (just look at that cheese pull!)
Natalie S.

Went in on a Monday night, it was nice, dark and quiet (the music was a lil loud but I didn't mind it too much, especially with other people around). The food was amazing! My partner and I had the Double Spoiler which was crispy, juicy, cheesy and so delicious (extra points for the sourdough not shredding up the inside of my mouth). I had the garlic tots but even the regular fries were hot, crispy and delightfully seasoned. I really wish I had noticed the chalkboard with their specialty drinks/ cold brew and their awards for their clam chowder but oh well! Just means I'll have to come back and try it again some other time.

Breakfast condiments timeee
Elizabeth C.

After a hospital visit I decided to go to a new place for us. Saw this place and decided to try them out. Initial views: Right off the road, a fairly big building. Parking located right up front and to the side of the restaurant. There are outdoor seating where we saw a dog sitting by a table, so pet friendly! When you walk in, there's a wall of syrups and the signs for cocktails, their daily specials. A cooler showcasing desserts made in house too. Food and Drink: Chicken fried steak with hashbrowns and eggs Sausage & Bacon hash with egg Blueberry pancake Sourdough toast Grapefruit juice Bottomless coffee The decor inside shows shipwrecks and other nautical items. The food was cooked and delivered hot and well seasoned. Waitress was nice and kept up with checking in with us. It was just good American cafe food. I'll put it on the list for coming back to!

Not only was our breakfast experience over the top the weather was picture perfect!

Recently had breakfast with my wife, for the first time, at the Shipwreck Cafe in Olympia. Only have two words to say - exceeded expectations! Our server was Josie and she was amazing! Anticipated our every need and delivered what I'd call 'over the top hospitality!' She's a keeper! Clean, friendly, great food, great service, amazing ambiance and they also serve a great drink too! Wife had Loco Moco Oly style and I had chicken fried steak & eggs. One of the best breakfast's we've ever had in the PNW. In particular note, the hash browns were cooked and served to perfection - just the right amount of delicious brown crispness without being soggy. We'll be back!

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Went to breakfast with a friend and the service was amazing and the food was wonderful. We enjoyed everything about the Shipwreck cafe!!

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3 months ago

Great atmosphere great food and impeccable service even when you have large parties like we do

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Our favorite local breakfast/ lunch place!! We stumbled on the place accidentally- and now we have a secret place.

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Great food, and servers. We have never had a bad meal there. I love the triple double burger.

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The tuna melt here will change your life. Sooooo darn delicious on a grey rainy day. Pickle spear and hot soup to top off. YUM

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Does Shipwreck Cafe serve breakfast all day?

Yes. : )

Does the Shipwreck prepare food for takeout?

Yes ma’am we do. We also have a drive thru.

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