PickleNation will open a new indoor pickleball venue this October. It will be called the Bellevue Pickleball Club and will occupy a 35,000-square-foot space at 44 Bellevue Way NE. The site once housed Bellevue Consignments, which opened in November 2022 and closed in late 2024. It had previously served as […]
Real Estate
Mendocino Farms Opens in Bellevue Featuring Sandwiches & Salads
Mendocino Farms has officially opened its newest location in Downtown Bellevue. Situated at 10667 Northeast 4th Street, the fast-casual eatery offers a diverse menu featuring salads, sandwiches, and soups. Highlights include half sandwich combos paired with a deli side or soup, sandwiches like the “Not So Fried” chicken, vegan Bahn […]
Bellevue Pilots AI to Speed Housing and Economic Development Permits
The City of Bellevue is partnering with Govstream.ai to test new artificial intelligence tools aimed at making the permitting process faster, easier, and more consistent. The goal is to help staff manage applications more efficiently, reduce wait times, and support housing and economic development as the city continues to grow. […]
Uber Reportedly Exploring Major Office Expansion in Bellevue
Uber Technologies Inc. may be planning a significant expansion in the Puget Sound region, with a potential new lease of up to 150,000 square feet, according to a report from the Puget Sound Business Journal, which cited four commercial real estate professionals familiar with the discussions. The ride-sharing company, which […]
Eight-Story Tower in Old Bellevue Seeks Design Review Approval
A residential project known as North of Main is currently under review by the City of Bellevue for Design Review approval. The proposed eight-story development would bring 176 market-rate residential units, 10,363 square feet of ground-floor commercial space, and 154 parking stalls to the corner of Main Street and 103rd […]
Bellevue Moves Closer to Building Grand Connection Pedestrian Bridge Over I-405
At a July 30 meeting, the Bellevue City Council received an update on the Grand Connection project, highlighting next steps for a planned pedestrian and bicycle bridge that would cross Interstate 405 and link Downtown Bellevue with the Wilburton neighborhood. City staff shared that Bellevue plans to request state approval […]
376-Unit Residential Project Receives Design Review Approval
A major redevelopment project has been approved for the southeast corner of Bellevue Way SE and Main Street. The City of Bellevue has granted design review approval for a seven-story mixed-use residential building that will bring 376 market-rate apartments, ground-floor retail, and underground parking to the downtown area. The new […]
Thai Chicken & Rice Spot SuperKim Closes in Bellevue After Two Months
SuperKim Khao Man Gai, located at the base of Bellevue Towers, officially closed its doors on Sunday, July 27. The Thai chicken and rice restaurant had been in operation since late May 2025. According to a statement on the restaurant’s Instagram page, the business is relocating to Seattle’s Pioneer Square, […]
U.S. News Ranks Bellevue #4 for Best Quality of Life
Bellevue has been named one of the top cities in the country for quality of life, coming in at No. 4 on U.S. News & World Report’s 2025–2026 list of the 25 Best Places to Live. The ranking considers important factors like education, health care access, safety, and overall well-being. […]
Washington Among Least Affordable States by 2030, Bellevue Shows the Impact
A recent housing study by HireAHelper highlights the growing challenge of homeownership in Washington state, with Bellevue emerging as one of the hardest-hit areas. By 2030, the median home price in Washington is projected to reach nearly $900,000, making it the fifth most expensive state for homebuyers. To afford a […]









