A new mixed-use residential project has been proposed in Downtown Bellevue. City Investors LLC applied for Design Review approval by the City of Bellevue for 200 105th Avenue Northeast. The project, “Plaza 200”, is proposed to be an eight-story, 180 unit mixed-use residential building with 5,200 square feet of ground […]
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Fireworks Show Returns to Bellevue for Fourth of July
The annual fireworks show in Bellevue Downtown Park is happening once again. This will be the first public event in the city since March 2020. The Bellevue 4th of July Fireworks will not include entertainment, live music, or other activities before or after the show. The park will be open […]
New Sushi Restaurant Now Open at Wilburton Village on 116th
Kura Revolving Sushi Bar, located at Wilburton Village on 116th, is now open. The address is 266 116th Avenue Northeast. They offer authentic Japanese dishes made with high-quality ingredients. The food that they used is prepared with natural ingredients, free of artificial sweeteners, seasonings, preservations, and colorings. The “Kura Experience” […]
Bellevue Receives All-America City Award 2021
Bellevue was recently announced as the winner of the distinction of All-America City 2021. There were 20 other cities nationwide picked as finalists for this award. According to the City of Bellevue, the National Civic League issues the award annually to cities that leverage engagement to build equitable, thriving communities. […]
Plans for Mixed-Use Project Totaling 1.4M Square Feet Announced at Previous Bellevue Toys ‘R Us Location
Hines, Benenson Capital Partners, and USAA Real Estate Partner recently announced that they were planning a new mixed-use project in Downtown Bellevue. Plans for “Main Street Place” were confirmed in a release from June 2021. The 6.75 acre, mixed-use development will consist of approximately 1.2 million square feet of new […]
Ruth’s Chris Steak House in Downtown Bellevue Closes Permanently
According to their website, Ruth’s Chris Steak House in Downtown Bellevue is permanently closed. It was located at Bellevue Square. The restaurant opened in 2002. The chain restaurant is known for its finest cuts of USDA Prime beef, award-winning wines, and happy hour. Ruth’s Chris posted a message on their […]
News Magazine Show Takes a Look Back at the “State of the City” this Past Year in Bellevue
Lake to Lake, produced by Bellevue Television and available on Cable Channel 21, recently discussed this past year’s challenges and triumphs. According to the City of Bellevue, Mayor Lynne Robinson and Deputy Mayor Jared Nieuwenhuis discuss recovery in Bellevue. The Mayor and Deputy Mayor also talk about excerpts from the […]
Public Meeting to be Held Discussing Design Review Approval for 7-Tower Major Mixed-Use Residential Development
Pinnacle Bellevue North, part of a 12-tower development that has been proposed in Downtown Bellevue, is up for discussion at a public meeting regarding Master Development Plan and Design Review. The site that is in review, is located at 10112 Northeast 10th Street. The City of Bellevue is holding a […]
Sound Transit Light Rail Facility Now Open for Vehicle Maintenance and Storage in Bellevue
The new light rail base is now open in Bellevue. The Link Operations and Maintenance Facility (OMF East) will maintain and store light rail vehicles for regional expansions. According to Sound Transit, the Operations and Maintenance Facility, which opened in mid-May, is a key component of the upcoming Link extensions […]
New Pedestrian Entrance at Bellevue Park Unveiled
Bellevue Downtown Park’s Northeast Gateway, the new pedestrian entrance, has been unveiled. The park’s Northeast corner, on Northeast 4th Street and Bellevue Way, is the main connection between the park and downtown’s commercial district. The new pedestrian entrance will feature a plaza, seating areas, and water features. According to the […]