City Hall and other facilities are now operating as they were pre-pandemic. The decision was made following the high vaccination rates in the community, dropping COVID infections, and state and county health directives. “Being able to open up City Hall again to normal business hours is a major milestone, and […]
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Bellevue Downtown Light Rail Station to Add Live Entertainment Upon Opening With Resident DJ and Fire Breathers
Bellevue has been preparing for the East Link light rail for several years. Commuters from all over are anticipating the completion of the East Link light rail in 2023. In order to make the experience more enjoyable and to attract more riders, the AFD Sound Transit committee has decided to […]
Downtown Bellevue Restaurants Participating in Seattle Restaurant Week April 3-16
Seattle Restaurant Week begins this Sunday, April 3rd. The bi-annual prix fixe dining event will be offered through April 16th. During Restaurant Week, specific restaurants charge $20 for lunch, which includes two courses, and $35 for dinner, which includes three courses. Downtown Bellevue restaurants that are participating in the […]
Popular Chinese Food Eatery in Bellevue Innovates During Pandemic with Frozen Dumplings
Many restaurants had to rethink their strategy when COVID-19 forced them to close their doors. As a result, many eateries shut down for good. Some restaurants, on the other hand, came up with innovative ways to keep their businesses afloat, with consumers continuing to enjoy their products. We recently interviewed […]
Newly Proposed Mixed-Use Project in Bellevue Will Span 15.5 Acres
A Bellevue-based developer and owner of commercial real estate, Wig Properties, recently filed documents with the City of Bellevue detailing their plans for the Red Lion and Hilton hotels. The total land area between the two properties is approximately 15.5 acres. According to City of Bellevue records, the project is […]
Lincoln South Food Hall in Bellevue Closes to Refresh Concept
Ascend Hospitality Group confirmed that ownership has been turned over to Kemper Development Company for Lincoln South Food Hall at Lincoln Square. The multi-faceted dining collection opened in 2018. We reached out to Jennifer Leavitt of Kemper Development Company, who explained, “The food hall is currently closed as we refresh […]
Starbucks to Open at New Office Building in Downtown Bellevue
According to City of Bellevue records, Starbucks is planning to open a new storefront in Downtown Bellevue. The address is 1001 106th Avenue Northeast. This is located across the street from Yuan Spa, near Washington Square. The coffee shop will be situated on the first level of office tower, 1001 […]
18-Story Office Tower Submitted to City of Bellevue to Replace Rite Aid Building
Seattle-based architecture firm, NBBJ, recently filed a land use application with the City of Bellevue for a nonresidential structure. It is located at 120 106th Avenue Northeast. The application filed is for the construction of a new 18-story office building with street level retail. A 4-level underground parking garage is […]
New Brunch Options in Downtown Bellevue
As more guests choose to dine-in at restaurants, more eateries are adding breakfast and brunch to their menu options. We are highlighting two Downtown Bellevue restaurants that are now offering breakfast/brunch. Ascend Prime Steak & Sushi has added brunch to their weekend options, and TemSib Eatery & Bar now features […]
Walgreens Plans to Occupy Former Restaurant Space at Bellevue Towers
RSP Architects recently submitted a building application to the City of Bellevue for non-residential space. The address is 10608 Northeast 4th Street. The tenant who applied for this space is Walgreens. The square footage that they would be in is 6,494. It would be located at the base of Bellevue […]