Where to Find Thanksgiving Dinner in the Olympia Region
Cooking an entire Thanksgiving dinner is overrated - especially when you have access to so many amazing restaurants ready and willing to do all the heavy lifting for you!
Take your turkey and sides to-go or make reservations for a stress-free dine-in experience - there are no rules. Here's who's offering a memorable holiday experience in the Olympia region.
*Keep in mind, food is fluid. We recommend reaching out to each of these location far in advance for the most current information.
Budd Bay is offering all the Thanksgiving eats you love, along with some of their classic Budd’s seafood dishes, including smoked salmon mousse and a wasabi-soy-glazed salmon served with jasmine rice.
Their Thanksgiving day buffet will also have a hummus tray, carved prime rib, London broil, ham with a honey glaze, turkey, and all the classic Thanksgiving sides.
Budd Bay is only offering a dine-in option rather than take-out. Make reservations by calling 360.357.6963.
Dates/Times: Thanksgiving Day (11/27) from 11 am - 6:30 pm.
Adult $49.99- Senior $45.99 (Over 65) Child 29.99 (6-12) Toddlers 10.99 (2-5)
Prices Include Coffee, Tea, OJ & Soda - Does not include alcohol, specialty N/A drinks or gratuity
Celebrate Thanksgiving with a handcrafted feast prepared by Simply Organic Café & Catering. Each meal kit serves eight people and includes:
- One whole turkey breast & one leg
- Classic stuffing
- Garlic mashed potatoes
- Roasted heirloom carrots
- Pecorino Brussels sprouts
- Turkey gravy
- Chambord Cranberry sauce
- White chocolate bourbon bread pudding
Upgrade: Swap your White chocolate bourbon bread pudding for a Gluten-Free Chocolate Mousse Cake — add $20.
Whole desserts available for pre-order:
- 8" Carrot Cake with candied pecans — $40
- 8" Sour Cream Pumpkin Cake with candied pecans — $40
Pricing: $336 per meal kit (serves 8- only $42 per person)
Dates & Times
Preorders only, last day to order: November 20, 2025
Pickup: Thanksgiving Day — Thursday, November 27, 2025
Pickup Window: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Pickup will be located at the café within the Tenino Agricultural Park. Parking available directly in front of the café entrance. For questions or assistance, please contact: 360-940-2360, or info@simplyorganiccafe.org
Uptown Grill in downtown Olympia is offering Thanksgiving take-home dinners for pick up from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 m. on Wednesday, November 26th. Individual orders are $29.95, or serve up to five people for $129.95.
On the menu: roasted turkey breast, fire-roasted broccoli, house-made stuffing with roasted apples, Yukon Gold garlic mashed potatoes, stock-pot scratch gravy, and Granny Smith and orange-cranberry relish. Pop it in the oven and it reheats to perfection!
Call Uptown Grill at 360-338-0340 to place your order by November 18th for a Wednesday pickup.
Looking for a break from the traditional Thanksgiving meal? Pre-order a Smoked Turkey meal from Flaming Pig BBQ in Tumwater. On the menu: smoked turkey and gravy, herbed mashed potatoes, garlic green beans, smokey mac ‘n cheese, and sage-stuffing; not to mention their personal-size pumpkin pies!
Keep in mind, this is pre-order only, so head to their website for details (last day to order is 11/22/25). Order your meal by the plate or in bulk by the pound. Cold pickups come with reheating instructions and are available the day before and the day of Thanksgiving. Hot pickups are available on Thanksgiving Day.
Ranch House BBQ & Steakhouse is a local favorite where you can savor mouthwatering, smoky BBQ and perfectly cooked, juicy steaks. They're also famous for their smoked turkey and Thanksgiving meals, available only during Thanksgiving.
Let Ranch House BBQ & Steakhouse in Olympia take care of your Thanksgiving feast this year! Pre-order your 10 to 12-pound apple and cherry wood smoked turkey, or go for a complete Thanksgiving Meal with a smoked turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, wild rice, corn succotash, cranberry sauce, and cornbread muffins with whipped honey butter.
Taking preorders through November 17th, with pick-up available on Wednesday, November 26th from 11 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Make your Thanksgiving extra sweet with a pre-order from Lovely and Dapper Bakery!
Choose from delicious seasonal favorites like the Whole Berry Buttermilk Cake, Caramel Apple Galette, Classic and Vegan Cinnamon Rolls, and Assorted Pastry Boxes—perfect for sharing (or keeping all to yourself).
Orders must be placed by Monday, November 17, 2025, for pickup on Wednesday, November 26, between 7:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. at the bakery.
Place your order online at thelovelyanddapperbakery.com or call 360-915-9395 to reserve your Thanksgiving treats before they’re gone!
Skip the turkey this year and celebrate together over something a little different!
Dough Zone in Lacey will be open Thanksgiving Day as well as Black Friday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., serving up delicious dumplings, noodles, and small plates perfect for sharing with family and friends.
Whether you’re gathering for a cozy meal out, grabbing takeout to enjoy at home, or ordering delivery to keep the holiday stress-free, Dough Zone offers a fun and flavorful way to give thanks—no carving required!
Indian Summer Golf and Country Club will be presenting their annual Thanksgiving buffet from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. on November 27, serving up all the best mains and sides like juicy white and dark meat turkey, gravy, dressing, and much more.
Buffet Pricing: Adult $54.95, Seniors $49.95, Children 4-11 $29.95. Children under 3 years old eat free!
You’ll need a reservation to enjoy this year’s festivities, so make sure you RSVP by calling 360.923.1075 by November 24th (last reservation slot is at 3 p.m.).
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Budd Bay Café
525 Columbia St NW Olympia, Washington 98501 (360) 357-6963
Simply Organic Café and Catering
16402 Old Hwy 99 SE Tenino, Washington 98589
Flaming Pig BBQ
111 Tumwater Blvd SE B101 Tumwater, Washington 98501 (360) 628-3871
Ranch House BBQ & Steakhouse
10841 Kennedy Creek Road SW Olympia, Washington 98512 (360) 866-8704
Uptown Grill
514 Capitol Way S Olympia, Washington 98501 (360) 338-0340
The Lovely & Dapper Bakery
106 Division St NW Olympia, Washington 98502 (360) 915-9395
Dough Zone USA Inc.
2480 Marvin Rd NE Ste D Lacey, Washington 98516 (800) 550-0937