For diners planning a morning meal, Olympia breakfast spots range from 100% gluten-free waffles to American diner plates and seafood-forward brunch. The article highlights seven places: The Leaning Maple, Hash, The Shipwreck Café, Frenchie’s on 4th, Octapas Café, River’s Edge and Martin Way Diner.
The Leaning Maple at 111 Washington Street NE is known for savory and sweet waffles, while Hash at 1807 Harrison Avenue NW offers crepes, waffles, breakfast burritos, eggs Benedict, specials and vegan options. River’s Edge, at the Tumwater Valley Golf Club, serves traditional choices such as eggs, sausage, hash browns, chicken-fried steak, biscuits and gravy, eggs Benedict and oatmeal.
The Shipwreck Café at 244 Madrona Beach Road NW features biscuits and gravy, chicken-fried steak, omelets, the swabby and the Hangover dish. Frenchie’s on 4th offers gluten-free pancakes and French toast plus a vegan tofu breakfast sandwich. Octapas Café lists vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free choices, including Creole shrimp Benedict, Dungeness crab cakes, beignets and Brussels hash. Martin Way Diner serves breakfast all day at 2423 4th Avenue E. Check restaurant menus before visiting for current offerings and hours.
