Where to Find Thurston County's Top Breakfast Sandwiches

Whether you're heading out for a day of exploring the South Puget Sound or just need a hearty, satisfying way to start your morning, Thurston County delivers big on breakfast sandwiches. From flaky biscuits and gooey cheese to fresh farm eggs and local produce, these spots offer both creativity and comfort in handheld form. You’ll find everything from classic bacon-egg-cheese combos to imaginative builds that showcase local ingredients and culinary flair.

Here’s a roundup of some of the best breakfast sandwiches in the county—each spot offering its own delicious spin on what we consider to be a necessary morning staple.

1. Biscuit House - Tumwater

Inside Toyota of Olympia Dealership, 6969 Tyee Dr SW

In the heart of Tumwater, what started as a simple plan—to serve breakfast to employees and customers inside Toyota of Olympia—quickly turned into a beloved community staple. With a focus on fresh ingredients and standout customer service, the modest dealership café has become a morning destination for visitors and locals alike.

Featured Sammy: The Biscuit Sandwich Combo- A hearty, handcrafted breakfast sandwich featuring a freshly baked buttermilk biscuit, layered with a scrambled egg, thick-cut honey-smoked bacon, and melted cheddar cheese. Served with loaded hash browns and made to order—perfect for starting your day with comfort and flavor!

2. Chelsea Farms Oyster Bar - Olympia

222 Capitol Way N

Known for its elegant seafood offerings, Chelsea Farms delivers with a refined take on the breakfast sandwich during weekend brunch, and the brunch cocktails are simply stunning. The Breakfast Sammy is a toasted English muffin with a fried egg, cheddar cheese, bacon jam, garlic aioli, and pickled peppers that elevate the entire experience.

3. Chicory - Olympia

111 Columbia St NW

At Chicory, breakfast is an elevated affair with a menu steeped in Pacific Northwest sensibility and down-home southern cooking. Their menu offers two breakfast sandwiches: the first is a classic breakfast sandwich served on a house-made buttermilk biscuit with caramelized onions, pimento cheese, house-smoked bacon, and a fried egg.

The vegetarian version features seasonal vegetables, local favorite Lost Peacock goat cheese, and a fried egg. This is the kind of spot where a breakfast sandwich tastes like it came from a fine dining kitchen—because it did.

4. Frenchie's on 4th - Olympia

1001 4th Ave E

Frenchie’s on 4th is a cozy, dog-friendly breakfast and lunch café known for its “brunch every day” menu. With a variety of diner classics, breakfast bowls, and knock-out morning cocktails, we can’t get enough of the Breakfast Sandwich #2—a bacon, egg, cream cheese, and strawberry jam on a biscuit delight. Still, you might find Offie’s Breakfast Smashburger more to your liking.

Frenchie’s provides a welcoming neighborhood vibe with allergen-friendly options and local Ember Goods coffee. With early morning hours and a patio perfect for pups, it’s a go-to spot for both comfort food and community charm. *Pro-tip: don’t skip out on the home fries – they’re outstanding

5. Olympia Farmers Market - Olympia

700 Capitol Way N

Open during market hours, Thursdays through Sundays during high season, the on-site restaurants at the market bring seasonal freshness to the forefront. Market favorites are the McMaddler from Madeline's Bavarian Wurst (a traditional customizable breakfast sandwich on a fluffy croissant), the breakfast sandwich from Dingey's (you can add veggies!), and for a real insider scoop: "The Eleven" from HeyDay Cafe. A secret menu item, the Eleven is their classic customizable sandwich served on a golden waffle dusted with powdered sugar and maple syrup. It’s a hidden gem nestled in the heart of the market.

6. The Reef - Olympia

212 4th Ave E

Known for its seafood-forward menu, The Reef sneaks in a killer breakfast sandwich lineup that leans into Northwest flavors. And at the Reef, you either go big, or go home, so they feature not one, not two, but THREE breakfast sandwiches to choose from. The Breakfast Sandwich features a toasted English muffin with pesto aioli, crispy potato latke, and a choice of protein (including impossible sausage) with American cheese and an over-medium egg. Perhaps you’d like to consider The Big Beautiful Biscuit Sandwich which highlights their house-made buttermilk biscuit, romesco, breakfast sausage, cheddar cheese, and an over-medium egg.

Looking for more? Why not sample The French Texan: Texas toast French toast with bacon, cheddar cheese, and an over-medium egg, topped with powdered sugar and maple syrup. Maybe wear stretchy pants for this one.

7. Just Cuz Café - Lacey

4410 6th Ave SE

Run, don’t walk, to this vibrant, cousin-owned breakfast and lunch spot in Lacey. Maybe don’t knock down small children or the elderly but also don’t let anything stop you from ordering “The Eggsential" sandwich: soft scrambled eggs, cheese, and fresh veggies served in a garlic herb croissant toast that is equally sweet, salty, and savory; topped with their house sweet mayo and chives.

Locals rave about the cozy, artsy atmosphere, live performances, and standout menu items such as banh mi, chopped cheese, Nashville‑hot chicken, and unique drink offerings like oat‑milk matcha with strawberry puree and ube cheese foam on coffee.

8. The Owl's Nest - Olympia

116 Capitol Way N

Located in downtown Olympia, the Owl’s Nest is a woman‑owned café focusing on scratch-made vegan pastries—like scones, muffins, cookies—and savory items like panini, all paired with top-tier Trailhead coffee, Metolius tea, and unique drinks like mushroom cocoa. Their vegan Breakfast Sandwich showcases veggie sausage, chipotle mayo, Just Egg, cheddar, tomatoes, and scallions.

9. Sidewalk Café - Olympia

601 Capitol Way N

This unassuming, tiny café has a devoted local following—and their breakfast sandwiches are part of the reason. If you’re looking for the quintessential “egg and cheese”, look no further. Our go-to is the Taylor Ham Egg & Cheese on an everything bagel, but there are no wrong answers at this breakfast and lunch spot. The open-faced bagel sandwiches are works of edible art, and you’d be remiss if you skipped out before considering a house-made cookie, cheesecake, or a scoop of Olympic Mountain ice cream for the road.

10. Taylor Ray's Café - Lacey

3205 Willamette Dr NE

Taylor Ray’s Cafe in Lacey, nestled in the Hawks Prairie area, is a warm, woman-owned spot that blends farm-fresh ingredients with a friendly neighborhood vibe. One of its signature items is the Herbivore breakfast sandwich: perfectly scrambled eggs, sautéed portabella mushrooms, creamy Swiss cheese, and rich pesto, all tucked into a buttery croissant. The café’s welcoming atmosphere, early opening hours, and reputation for “food you’ll spend the next six days dreaming about” make it a local favorite.