McMenamins Spar Cafe

Olympia's beloved Spar Café was family-owned for 60 of its 70 years of existence and then changed hands to another Pacific Northwest family — ours! From its original days as a blue-collar joint for dockworkers and loggers to its modern reinterpretation as a gathering spot for students, politicians and legislators, The Spar has a long-running history as an anchor of the community. Have a look at an excerpt from our newsletter for a story on the Spar's past. McMenamins is pleased to continue the family tradition, with a nod to its past and an eye on its future. We offer family-friendly breakfast, lunch and dinner menus, including such McMenamins staples as hearty pancakes, house-made granola, burgers, fresh salads, seasonal specials and more, along with a selection of our handcrafted ales, wines and spirits. And while you’re here, you can enjoy a few nostalgic rounds of pinball, or get a group together for shuffle board or pinball.