An Insider's Guide to The Olympia Region's Burger Joints

When you’re here and the burger craving hits, consider one of these local spots! Below is a curated list to help guide your hunger:

Burgers at Three Magnets Brewpub

Located in the heart of downtown Olympia, Three Magnets Brewing Co. is a beloved craft brewery and brewpub. You can't go wrong with menu staples like the 2Mag Burger made with a house ground sirloin and chuck patty, white cheddar, applewood smoked bacon, and grilled onions. Top that with daily specials and tasty beer options, and you're set!

Cheeseburger at Row

If you're looking for somewhere to enjoy great food on a waterfront patio, look no further than Row - located right off Percival Landing. Before you dive into a cheeseburger served on a brioche bun with tartar sauce and all the fixings, start off with a charcuterie board and a cocktail.

Chili Burger at Ranch House BBQ & Steakhouse

Ranch House BBQ knows a thing or two about real BBQ! Born and raised in Olympia, pitmaster Amy Anderson has competed on the national level and taken home championship titles in Washington, California, Arizona and Nevada. For something decidedly different, try the classic, house-grilled chili burger, topped with the award-winning chili.

Beyond Burger at Well 80 Brewhuouse

The Well 80 Brewhouse is one-part brewery, one-part brewpub built on the site of one of Olympia’s famous Artesian wells. In fact, the delicious well water is used in brewing their line of tasty, craft beers. When it comes to burgers, vegetarians and vegans rejoice! Well 80 customizes any of its burgers with the Beyond Burger patty (GF, V), with a delicious side of fries, tots, house salad or soup.

Happy Hour 80/20 Burger at Ricardo's Kitchen + Bar

Located in Lacey, Ricardo’s Kitchen + Bar is a romantic, family-owned steakhouse that celebrates Italian-inspired cuisine. The restaurant utilizes top-grade ingredients from local vendors and rotates its menu seasonally. Owner Ricardo lives by the mantra #SEXYBEEF. For an elevated burger experience, order the 80/20 burger on their Happy Hour Menu and you will not be disappointed.

Expedition Elk Burger at McMenamins Spar Café

Olympia’s beloved Spar Café began as a blue collar joint for dockworkers and loggers, and continues today as a modern gathering spot for students, legislators and locals alike. The menu offers celebrated burgers including the decidedly different Expedition Elk Burger, served with coffee-bacon jam, black garlic aioli, white cheddar, lettuce, tomato, red onion and pickles on a sesame brioche bun.

Burger Bowl at Uptown Lounge

Uptown Lounge is a beloved restaurant and dining experience in the heart of Yelm, WA, about 20 minutes away from Olympia. The restaurant offers freshly prepared dishes with homemade ingredients, from burgers and salads to sandwiches and wraps. For a unique burger experience, order the “Burger Bowl.” No bun, no fries and no mess! Order any of the five specialty burgers, and have it served on a bed of romaine lettuce and your choice of dressing.

The Big (or Little) Tom at Eastside Big Tom

Hailed as the first drive-thru in Washington, this burger joint is the funnest and funniest family-friendly burger joint in town. We highly recommend the Big or Little Tom burgers which come with double meat and cheese, and Big Tom's iconic “goop” sauce. It doesn’t matter what’s in goop. It only matters that you need goop in your life. Goop is an institution, and that’s all you need to know. If you’re not a fan of beef there are chicken and fish options, and the hot dog with goop, pickles, onions, and ketchup is a solid choice as well. Crinkle fries, tater tots, onion rings - all three are ready to round out your meal. Do not miss out on their epic monthly special shakes and ice cream.

Barge Burger at Tugboat Annie’s

Located on the Olympia waterfront, Tugboat Annie’s has been a beloved Northwest destination for more than 20 years. One-part restaurant, one-part kayak rental, Tugboat Annie’s embrace its maritime theme and serves up an eclectic menu of steaks, burgers and seafood. Bring the whole family down and order the Barge Burger, a massive, 10” diameter burger made from five of their regular hamburgers served on a Wagner’s Bakery bun.