Restaurant Reservations - Free • Instant • Confirmed
Learn More
Restaurant Reviews
Find Restaurants in Your Area
Select a Location
Reserve now:

Dockside Bistro Reviews List

Dockside Bistro

Dockside Bistro & Wine Bar, established in 2007, focuses on locally sourced produce, seafood and game with the intent to provide a vibrant culinary experience to the diner. Chef Laurie Nguyen brings the culinary traditions of her native Vietnam to bear on traditional Continental and Northwest cuisine to create exciting and unique culinary creations. We take particular pride in featuring daily fresh and ever changing seasonal appetizers and entrees. In addition to top-shelf mixed drinks, Dockside Bistro also has an extensive list of over 130 different wines from the Pacific Northwest, California, Europe, New Zealand and Australia. As with our locally sourced produce, we take particular pride in hosting established and emerging wineries from the exciting wine scene developing in South Puget Sound. Please join us for an exceptional dining experience in our warm, waterfront setting.
See more Dockside Bistro details
72 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
(72 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 72 reviews
5 stars
(39)
4 stars
(27)
3 stars
(4)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(1)
Food 
4.5 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.5 / 5
Service 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Ambiance 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Noise Level
1.5 / 3
Moderate
Filter Reviews By:
Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • romantic(51)
  • special occasion(44)
  • fit for foodies(42)
  • scenic view(40)
  • notable wine list(38)
  • neighborhood gem(22)
Dockside Bistro Reviews List
Review 1 for Dockside Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fantastic

Customer Avatar
OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/15/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We live in Kirkland and drive to Olympia at any excuse just for lunch at the Dockside. Love the place!"
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 2 for Dockside Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great mothers day

Customer Avatar
OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Great food and a nice atmosphere inside. The outside of the building is a bit run down but inside is very nice."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, scenic view, neighborhood gem
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 3 for Dockside Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

My new favorite restaurant in Oly

Customer Avatar
OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food was outstanding. Wine list impressive."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, scenic view
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 4 for Dockside Bistro
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Disappointing experience; good food

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"On a Saturday evening for my birthday dinner we arrived, weren't greeted, stood and waited for some time, then entered the restaurant to track down someone to assist us. Our reservation wasn't on the list; we were told to wait while she checked the computer. She came back and seated us at a very nice window table. We ordered a bottle of wine from the list provided; they were out. We chose another bottle of wine, and after quite a long wait we were informed they were also out of that. We finally chose a bottle in stock! Bread was brought to tables around us; we had to ask for bread. We ordered our entrees; after 10 or so minutes we were told they were out of one. When the food finally arrived, it was quite good. They were not busy, so????"
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: scenic view
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 5 for Dockside Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This is the best restaurant

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"This is the best restaurant in the Northwest!!! You have got to try it. Its amazing!!!"
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2011
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 6 for Dockside Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Finally, a restaurant to savor!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food was incredible! We don't eat out often because we cook better quality dinners at home than most restaurants serve here in Olympia. This gem of a restaurant is now our one exception. All three entrees were superb - elk, filet mignon and scallops. Our dinner was a real treat and it was a joy to experience food prepared so well."
Dined on 04/25/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion, scenic view
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 7 for Dockside Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Everything was amazing. Our

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Everything was amazing. Our server was very knowledgeable about the wine list and showed my girlfriend special attention for her birthday. Will recommend and come again."
Dined on 04/17/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 8 for Dockside Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We just discovered The Dockside

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We just discovered The Dockside Bistro, and we were delighted with the food, service and ambiance.
We are definitely returning."
Dined on 04/14/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 9 for Dockside Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

I came here with three girlfriends

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I came here with three girlfriends to try the restaurant during the inaugural Olympia Restaurant Week. They seated us right away and were incredibly friendly. The staff gave great recommendations on food and wine and were attentive without helicoptering. Each of us was impressed and satisfied with our main course. I loved the halibut dish, which was cooked to a moist and flaky perfection. We will definitely be returning."
Dined on 04/10/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 10 for Dockside Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The Dockside Bistro is an

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The Dockside Bistro is an Olympia gem. The menu always features a good selection of local produce which is expertly prepared.
The service is efficient and friendly and the restaurant has a lovely ambiance with views of sunset over the marina.
It's highly recommended as a venue for a special romantic dinner."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 11 for Dockside Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

One of Olympia's best

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Very nice restaurant, located on the waterfront and top notch food and service. We'll definitely be back."
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 12 for Dockside Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Gourmet Dining with Ambience

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We chose Dockside Bistro for our Anniversary dinner. Hadn't been in a number of years and was pleasantly surprised to see how upscale it's become. Dark painted walls with vibrant abstract art paintings. Fresh flowers and orchids. For large groups, there's a very nice separate room with banquet sized tables, nice ambience, too. Main dining area pleasant, quiet. Our food was quite satisfying and nicely plated. We loved the toasted potato crisps served with the salad and warm bread with seasoned olive oil. Pistachio crusted halibut with pesto gnocchi was perfect. Key Lime Pie for dessert was quite good, but we had just returned from Key West, Florida where we tried several pies and we were still savoring the memory! Will recommend Dockside."
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 13 for Dockside Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great food and location; the

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great food and location; the staff were right on time and went out of their way to make the meal outstanding."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 14 for Dockside Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We went the appetizer route

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We went the appetizer route because so many
Of them looked appealing. The seafood martini was
Our favorite followed close was the calamari. We
Also had the two soups, crab bisque and the frisque
Artichoke. Both were outstanding. For dessert we
had the bread pudding and ice cream which were
delicious.
The margaritas were excellent as well as the merlot.
The reason I didn't rate the food as excellent
was because of our total disappointment with
The pork belly and scallop $14 really,for a glob of fat?
"
Dined on 03/14/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 15 for Dockside Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Restaurant Choice

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We were here for a girls lunch and really enjoyed it. The server was knowledgable and gave us excellent recommendations on menu and the wine. The lunch menu wasn't large but the food was very good. The service was excellent and they didn't seem to mind that we lingered over dessert, wine and conversation. This was the perfect cozy restaurant for a long lunch on a rainy day; however, we will be returning on a sunny one."
Dined on 03/14/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, scenic view, great for lunch
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 16 for Dockside Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

My wife and came here for

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"My wife and came here for our wedding anniversary and couldn't have been happier. The food was great we both had one of the specials. We were both to full to try a desert but I'm not complaining, I would definently recommend this place to anyone looking for a nice quite romantic dinner."
Dined on 03/13/2013
 2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion, scenic view
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 17 for Dockside Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best hidden Gem in Olympia

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Dockside is a hidden gem in Olympia. The outside is unassuming, but don't let that fool you. The interior is warm, elegant and inviting. Well decorated and the ambiance is very enjoyable. We have eaten at Dockside a few times now, they remember your party, remember what you ordered the last time- which is unusual in todays standards, have great service in that un rushed, yet attentive way. The chef knows her way around the kitchen, and the food is delectable. I don't know if you could order a "bad" meal. The Misty Isle Fillet is my husband's favorite and in his opinion rivals Ruth Chris quality . I love the Pistachio crusted halibut with Gnocchi- wonderful!
Bottom line- it is $$$ but the quality is worth every dime. Try it out!
"
Dined on 03/10/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 18 for Dockside Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

A bijou restaurant with great

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
"A bijou restaurant with great view of dockside activities and sophisticated ambiance. The duck with crispy skin was moist and tender without being oily. Fabulous.
We did not experience the reported poor service but I don't know if that was because we had an early dinner."
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 19 for Dockside Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We happened upon this restaurant

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We happened upon this restaurant as we were passing through town and read great reviews. It held up to all of them. The service was attentive, the menu selections were fresh and varied. Delicious food! We'll be back."
Dined on 03/06/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion, scenic view
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 20 for Dockside Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

exceptional

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The best restaurant in Olympia.hands down. Super food, taste, originality, presentation! Top notch place!"
Dined on 03/03/2013
 2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 21 for Dockside Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Fabulous food, as always.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Fabulous food, as always. Service and food arrival was a bit slower than we're used to, maybe they were understaffed. But our server was good and competent and everything else was perfect."
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 22 for Dockside Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Hands down the best meal I've

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Hands down the best meal I've eaten in Olympia. Brought my wife and daughter here and we were all very happy with our food, the service was spot on, and the setting, overlooking the harbor, is nice."
Dined on 02/22/2013
 2005
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 23 for Dockside Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

A lovely restaurant with a

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"A lovely restaurant with a view of the water. I highly recommend this as a better food alternative to Anthony's (nearby). The food here has a more upscale preparation and presentation."
Dined on 02/22/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, scenic view, great for lunch
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 24 for Dockside Bistro
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

I had the calamari appetizer

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"I had the calamari appetizer and its fried coloring was white and came out cold. My husbands lamb skewers were delish. Wish there was additional wait staff because I would have ordered wine but the line waiter was so busy. Needless to say he took great care of us. Will be back to try the duck salad and salmon burger."
Dined on 02/13/2013
 2013
Special Features: romantic
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 25 for Dockside Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Awesome experience! Very quiet,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Awesome experience! Very quiet, off the pier, great service. Food was fantastic! I would highly recommend Dockside Bistro and will be visiting them again in the near future!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2012
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 26 for Dockside Bistro
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

They had a limited menu for

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"They had a limited menu for Valentine's Day, which you would think would make for faster service, but the service was excruciatingly slow. The dinner "experience" took 2 hours."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2013
Special Features: notable wine list
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 27 for Dockside Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food, not so great service

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This was our special Valentine's Day dinner (the day after) and we were looking forward to enjoying a nice meal. We made reservations and were quickly seated and the host was very attentive and friendly. Unfortunately, that's where the good service seemed to end. We didn't get place settings, my lobster bisque arrived cold, with my meal, I had to ask for a spoon for it, the waitress asked if we'd like more bread (we said yes), then didn't bring it. We didn't get upset about the service, but it certainly wasn't in line with the price of the meal. The food was excellent! I had the elk and my date had the halibut and we also had dessert. The diver's scallop appetizer was the best scallop I have ever eaten."
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, scenic view
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 28 for Dockside Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The dinner was quite, the

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The dinner was quite, the food was great, and the atmosphere was the best. We did not feel rushed and could completely enjoy the dinner and the evening. The staff was there when we needed them, but not overbearing. Very comfortable. This was the first time, but not the last!"
Dined on 02/07/2013
 2012
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 29 for Dockside Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Saturday was the first time

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Saturday was the first time we had the opportunity to dine at Dockside. What a hidden GEM. Reservations are a must, but otherwise the food was to die for, the Crusted Halibut divine, the Fillet done to perfection. We had dinner with our in laws there and everyone was very happy with their meal. The appetizers were great and of course the desert a perfect finish to the dinner.
We will return many times in the future for sure. We have driven by Dockside many times in the past to go to other popular haunts in Olympia, but the car will now STOP at Dockside for sure. What a hidden gem.
"
Dined on 02/02/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 30 for Dockside Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

All around great experience!

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Terrific menu options, there is steak, fish and chicken. We went for our 25th anniversary and brought our two daughters. There was not anything on the menu that the 15 year old wanted...so they made here an awesome fetuccini alfredo.
We started with crab cakes...great, bread and the cheese platter that came complimentary with wine a bottle of wine on tuesday!!
My wife and other daughter had sturgeon, I had the duck...let's just say..not much sharing and clean plate club all the way around.
Dessert for me....Jack Daniels Ice cream....need I say more.
All in all great service, great food and a great experience!"
Dined on 01/30/2013
 2013
Special Features: notable wine list
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 31 for Dockside Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Give your review a title (optional)

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"A great surprise find. Meeting friends in Olympia (neither of us new the area)and Dockside Bistro was highly recommended on Urban Spoon. We will definitely be back again."
Dined on 01/26/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 32 for Dockside Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I see why the Dockside Bristro

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"I see why the Dockside Bristro is on the Romantic list, quiet and our time passed quickly. The food was outstanding, as good as any 4 star restaurant. I thought the wine list was very good and reasonable. We'll be back."
Dined on 01/27/2013
 2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, scenic view
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Ratings-Only Reviews for Dockside Bistro
Based on the average of (40) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
4 out of 4 recommend this product
Food 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Service 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Ambiance 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Noise Level
1.6 / 3
Moderate