Legion, the new upscale sports bar opened by local restauranteur Leilani Wong, and Seahawks legends Kam Chancellor, and Richard Sherman, is now open. The soft opening began on October 3rd. It is located at 700 Bellevue Way Northeast, where Pearl Seafood and Oyster Bar previously operated.
Chancellor and Sherman first applied for a liquor license that was submitted July 7, 2023. Leilani Wong and Adam Willden were also included on the application.
The bar features gourmet bites with southern flavors, craft cocktails, beer, and wine. The square footage of the space is 7,620 and includes a lounge, dining room, and private dinner space.
Elevate was given the role of Art Curator for Legion. The restaurant will feature art from 22 different local artists throughout the space and the rotating gallery.
The interior of the upscale sports bar was designed by Kirkland-based Sue Genty Interior Design. The company has designed the interior space of other restaurants in Downtown Bellevue like Farzi Cafe and Adrian’s Restaurant & Tequila Bar.
The grand opening date for Legion is October 13th. Until then, a limited number of reservations can be made on OpenTable.
Pearl Seafood and Oyster Bar was previously open at this restaurant space. It closed during the pandemic after first opening in November 2008. The seafood restaurant never reopened after being forced to shutter its doors. Before Pearl, this location was Trader Vic’s.
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