Bellevue is celebrating the summer season with its inaugural Berry Week, taking place July 16–23. The week-long event highlights local berries through special dishes, desserts, and drinks offered by participating restaurants, cafés, and bars across the city.
Throughout the week, chefs, bakers, and bartenders are showcasing Pacific Northwest berries in creative ways—from breakfast items and main dishes to handcrafted cocktails and desserts. Many of the featured menu items are available for a limited time only.
What’s on the Menu
Breakfast & Light Bites
- Bellden Cafe is offering a Sweet Berries Toast made with triple berry compote, brioche bread, and a hot honey drizzle.
- Farine Bakery & Café features a Strawberry Kiwi Pavlova and Brussels Waffle with fresh strawberries.
- Hilton Garden Inn serves Nutella Berry Bruschetta for a seasonal twist on a classic bite.
Berry-Themed Cocktails
- John Howie Steak mixes strawberry and lemon with gin in a signature cocktail, while El Gaucho offers “The Mistress,” a tequila-based drink with blackberries.
- W Bellevue and Seattle Marriott’s Amuse Bar are serving sparkling berry cocktails made with fresh fruits and premium spirits.
- Water Grill, Whiskey by John Howie, Embassy Suites, and Black Bottle Gastrotavern are also among the venues offering berry-inspired drinks.
Main Dishes & Desserts
- Ascend Prime is serving a Braised Wagyu Beef Cheek dish with huckleberry katsu and pickled blueberries, along with a raspberry dessert.
- Duke’s Seafood, Bis on Main, R+M Dessert Bar, and Molly Moon’s are offering berry-focused desserts like cheesecake, sundaes, and tiramisu.
- The Westin Bellevue, InterContinental Bellevue, and Bellevue Brewing Company are also participating with blueberry compotes, strawberry mousse, and berry salads.
Farm-to-Table Options
Berry Week also encourages residents to experience local farms. Both Larsen Lake Blueberry Farm and Mercer Slough Blueberry Farm are open for U-pick blueberry season.
How to Participate
Participants are encouraged to check in at three or more of the participating locations using the Vibemap App to earn points and unlock themed rewards. Guests who engage with all four of Bellevue’s Culinary Weeks can also earn an exclusive Bellevue foodie tote bag.
To take part:
1. Download and sign up on the Vibemap app.
2. Visit participating businesses, check in, and interact using the app.
3. Earn digital badges and points while exploring Bellevue’s food scene.
Berry Week is the latest addition to the city’s seasonal culinary programming, offering a fun way to support local businesses while celebrating Washington’s summer produce.
