The revitalization of downtown Olympia is evident in the Press Building (the orange one). The Owl’s Nest and Olympia Hair Company face along Capitol Way North. These women-owned businesses are pleased to invite you to stop in their renovated spaces. They are enthusiastic about creating satisfying experiences for their customers.
The Owl’s Nest
The Owl’s Nest, a café and bakery, celebrated its one-year anniversary in June. Owner Shelby Haggard begins early each morning baking scones, muffins, and various pastries using high-quality ingredients. Menu items are vegan, gluten-free, and “still delicious!” confirms Haggard.
The maple pecan scone remains a consistent favorite. Haggard adds seasonal delights like a raspberry peach scone to use local ingredients. The space is cozy and perfect to sit inside or out with your desired coffee beverage made with Pacific Northwest roasted beans.
The Owl’s Nest is a Surfrider Foundation Ocean Friendly Restaurant. The café keeps a low-carbon foot print. Menu items are plant-based, and baked goods are fresh each day. However, if you have a favorite, get there earlier in the day as things do sell out.
Olympia Hair Company
Next door is OHC, the Olympia Hair Company. Michelle Larson, owner, and her team of stylists are available to cut, color, and style your hair.
The Warehouse – Urban Offices
The Warehouse, entered from State Street, really was a warehouse in a past life. The modern, industrial feel is impressively inviting. The airy space has been transformed into two levels of private office suites, some with skylights. Offices open onto comfortable common areas where clients and associates can gather. A private meeting room can be reserved as necessary. The businesses all share an outward focus on community engagement.
LEGENDS ARCADE, a place for family fun, is next door to The Warehouse.
Enjoy the fabulous faces and rejuvenated places of downtown Olympia.
The Owl’s Nest
owlsnestolympia.com
Olympia Hair Company
olympiahaircompany.com
The Warehouse
olyrents.com
Legends Arcade
legends-arcade.com
BY MARY ELLEN PSALTIS