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Gardner's, Olympia, WA

Gardner's

4.8 (1120)
$31 to $50
Seafood
111 Thurston Ave NW, Olympia, WA 98501

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2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 9 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
Gardner"s has been family owned since 1983. We concentrate on using the freshest, local ingredients available. All of our dishes are made from scratch, including all of our desserts offered nightly. We also offer many local wines, and a full cocktail menu.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Northwest, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Dayton Kuenstler
  • Neighborhood
    Olympia
  • Cross street
    Capital way
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Happy Hour Tapas Tuesday

    Multiple dates available
    Smaller menu with new items and discounted cocktails and wine.
    Happy Hour Tapas Tuesday Photo

What 1,120 people are saying

Gardner's reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Seattle / Eastern Washington

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Gardner's delights with an "exceptional" dining experience in Olympia, offering perfectly cooked seafood, steaks, and creative dishes in a cozy, "romantic setting." The attentive staff and "outstanding" service enhance every visit. Ideal for special occasions, Gardner's consistently impresses with seasonal menus and "delicious" homemade desserts, ensuring memorable meals.

1,120 Reviews
  1. Robert

    Seattle / Eastern Washington1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for a special occasion, and they lived up to all expectations.

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  2. Tom

    Seattle / Eastern Washington1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    GARNER'S - Typical beyond-OLYMPIA dining experience! Everything was AMAZING!!!

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  3. Larry

    Portland12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have enjoyed Gardner's for over 30 years. The intimate environment is perfect for enjoying probably the best food in OLympia. We split a wonderfu lburrata =starter, then a great seafood salad and then s wonderful crab casserole. The crab casserole, a long standing favorite at Gardner's is currently not on the menu, but they prepared one for us and it was fabulous. No fillers, just crab in a light tasty sauce. Bery dimple, very good. The Manhattans before dinner were just right. We will be back.

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  4. Melissa

    Seattle / Eastern Washington1 review

    3.0

    Dined on January 5, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved our first food experience here but the second one last night was a little rough. The service was amazing. Loved our waitresses. But the sea food fettuccine had harder noodles in it, clumpy, and the fishy smell was overwhelming to what it should be. The calamari was not fried crispy but more mushy which isn’t what I would have expected. And they were out of Crem brûlée. Just disappointed but I am hoping it was just a rough night for them.

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  5. Gloria

    Palm Springs1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our go-to place for our wedding anniversary. We are always pleased.

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  6. Linda

    Seattle / Eastern Washington1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was fantastic. Service was incredible. Ambiance was awsome. Only thing I don't like is it was a bit pricey. The noise level was up but that was due to the packed house. Overall it was a wonderful experience.

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  7. michelle

    Seattle / Eastern Washington1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our party had a super time at Gardners. First we were seated in a corner table which was very private. The service was exceptional as we were served our 3 course meal in a timely fashion. Our server was always checking in with our table. Last the food was excellent. We all had wonderful meals and the desert was over the top delish. I would highly recommend Gardners for any special occasion or just go for the desert. You won't be disappointed.

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  8. Gregory

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every bite was delicious! Service was attentive yet relaxed. The dinner was lovely.

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  9. Josie

    Seattle / Eastern Washington2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was very good, service was wonderful and thoughtful.

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  10. Carl

    Seattle / Eastern Washington5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I usually eat at Gardners for our anniversary. It is always excellent.

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2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 9 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Gardner's

111 Thurston Ave NW, Olympia, WA 98501

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Capital way
  • Neighborhood
    Olympia
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Northwest, Steak
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Dayton Kuenstler
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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