The award-winning modern Indian bistro, Farzi Cafe, is opening its doors March 29th. This is the first location in the United States for Farzi. The cafe concept launched in 2014 thanks to Zorawar Kalra, often referred to as “The Prince of Indian Cuisine”. Kalra is a global food celebrity and […]
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Taiwanese Restaurant, Din Tai Fung, to Move to Old Maggiano’s Location at Lincoln Square
Chinese restaurant, Din Tai Fung, will be moving to a bigger location within Lincoln Square, according to documents filed with the City of Bellevue. Currently located on the second level, it will be taking over Maggiano’s restaurant space on the first level at 700 Bellevue Way Northeast. Originating in Taiwan, […]
BelRed Area Strives to Establish Itself as Arts District on the Eastside
The BelRed Arts District Association, a nonprofit partner, is leading the effort to establish the BelRed area as an arts district, according to the City Council. The organization wants the city to make the area east of downtown “the epicenter of arts, culture, creativity, and innovation on the Eastside.” The […]
Famous Chef to Open Peruvian Restaurant in Vulcan’s Office Tower on 106th Ave NE
Vulcan Real Estate recently announced that La Mar, a Peruvian restaurant, has leased space at Vulcan Real Estate’s West Main property in Downtown Bellevue. The eatery will be situated on the ground floor at 117 106th Avenue Northeast. La Mar is known for its acclaimed cuisine of celebrity chef Gastón […]
Eight-Story Mixed-Use Residential Project Submitted for Design Review Approval on 103rd Ave NE
A new mixed-use project is being planned for 15 103rd Avenue Northeast. The plan for the development, North of Main, has been submitted for design review to the City of Bellevue. The new development is an eight-story mixed use residential building with 140 apartment units. 11,000 square feet of space […]
Uwajimaya to Undergo Remodel Beginning Mid-February
Uwajimaya, the Asian market and grocery store, located in Bellevue, is going to be remodeled beginning mid-February. It is located at 699 120th Avenue Northeast. Construction will take place in phases throughout the store to allow them to remain open during the remodel. Some of the affected spaces include an […]
Bubble Tea Shop, ChiCha San Chen, Now Open in Bellevue
A new bubble tea shop is now open in downtown Bellevue, ChiCha San Chen. It is located at 308 105th Avenue Northeast. Their menu includes drinks from their Taro Collection, peach collection, tea with coffee, pure tea, tea with honey, tea with mango, tea with passion fruit, tea with lemon […]
Bellevue School District Chooses 3 Elementaries to be Considered for Consolidation
The Bellevue School District’s board met today to discuss the consolidation of three out of seven elementary schools in Bellevue. The intention is to stabilize elementary enrollment, as it has greatly declined. The schools that were up for discussion included Ardmore, Eastgate, Enatai, Phantom Lake, Sherwood Forest, Woodridge, and Wilburton. […]
Real Estate Expert, Jason Foss, Discusses Falling Interest Rates, Inventory, and New Construction Condos in Bellevue
With rates peaking in Q4 and now coming down over the past couple of months, we caught up with real estate expert, Jason Foss of Real Residential, to learn about the current market for both buyers and sellers. With the new luxury condo building, GIS Plaza, recently beginning sales on […]
Sales Begin at 6-Story Condo Building, GIS Plaza on 109th Ave NE
Sales recently began for the luxury condominium building, GIS Plaza. It is the only condo community offering completed new construction homes in the area this year. The property is located at 930 109th Avenue Northeast. GIS Plaza is a 6-story mixed-use development featuring a boutique 16 home condominium community called […]