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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
According to City of Bellevue records, Hummus Republic, a Mediterranean restaurant, is planning to open in Downtown Bellevue. The address is 11022 Northeast 8th Street. The menu offers items like build your own meals by choosing either a wrap, pita, or bowl. Customers choose their base, like couscous or warm […]
Local brewery, Bellevue Brewing Company, applied for a permit from the City of Bellevue in the summer of 2021. The address for the location is located within The Spring District at 1285 122nd Avenue Northeast. Bellevue Brewing Company is the first, locally owned craft brewery in Bellevue. They have beer, […]
A Korean dessert cafe and a Chinese cuisine and hot pot restaurant are coming to Downtown Bellevue and sharing a space. The address is 1075 Bellevue Way Northeast. They are in the same plaza as Boiling Point. The Korean Dessert cafe, Snowy Village, currently has a location open in Seattle […]
Since the beginning of the pandemic, it has long been noted that hospitality workers are leaving for various reasons. According to the Economist, the industry is losing employees due to fear of infection, better opportunities elsewhere, and psychological burnout. On January 4th, 2022, the Bureau of Labour Statistics reported that […]
Since opening in March 2002, Seastar Restaurant and Raw Bar has become well known as the Pacific Northwest’s premier destination for seafood and the fine dining pioneer of downtown Bellevue. Recognized both nationally and locally with prestigious awards, Seastar has endured because it is relentless about continuous culinary innovation and […]
A new matcha cafe is opening in Downtown Bellevue. Matcha Magic on Main Street in Old Bellevue is coming soon where Jujubeet was previously located. The address is 10246 Main Street. According to their website, Matcha Magic wants the community to not only reap the benefits of matcha, but also, […]
