This week Tully’s opened their newest store in Downtown Bellevue at the City Center Plaza building, where Microsoft occupies all of the office space. The building and shop are located next to the Transit Station and will accommodate passing commuters. This new coffee shop gives Tully’s its 5th location in Downtown […]
Restaurants
Twisted Cork Reopens During Breakfast & Lounge Hours
After closing in March, Twisted Cork (under new management of the Hyatt Regency Bellevue) has reopened at Bellevue Place for breakfast in the morning and as a lounge in the evening. Below are the new hours of operation: Breakfast Hours Monday – Friday 6:30am – 10:30am Saturday & Sunday 6:30am […]
Cantinetta in Bellevue is Almost Here!
Cantinetta, Wallingford’s gem of an Italian restaurant, is about to open their 2nd location (as mentioned in January) right on Main Street. Those of us who love food have been waiting eagerly for months…but it’s almost time! The Cantinetta sign is up, and according to the owners, Cantinetta should be […]
The Taste of Main Returns for a 2nd Year!
When: Saturday, August 21st, 11am – 5pm Where: Main Street This event, benefitting Children’s Response Center, is making its return to Old Main Street on August 21st. Like food? You’re gonna like this. The Taste of Main offers a Passport ($30/adults, $10/kids) for samplings of restaurants, desserts, and wine – […]
Sushispotting: Kobe Well Being Tonkatsu, Ginza, Sushiya
Sushispotting is a multipart series to review all 15 sushi restaurants in Downtown Bellevue. — #3 Sushispotting: Kobe Well Being Tonkatsu I was feeling lazy today, and hit the first sushi joint nearest my office. This also makes the first NEW sushi joint for me- I’ve never been to Kobe […]
Purple Café & LOT No. 3 Open Patio
Purple Café & Wine Bar and LOT No. 3 opened up outside patio seating over the weekend. The outdoor dining space is set up in front of the 2 respective restaurants and had many eager visitors basking out in the sun last Saturday and Sunday. The patio is open for […]
Vovito Caffe & Gelato Opens Sunday
Italian inspired Vovito Caffe & Gelato will open in The Shops at The Bravern this Sunday. This unique concept will be the first of it’s kind in the Eastside. Vovito Caffe & Gelato will be the third startup venture for Ariff and Shairose Gulamani. Their passion for a unique artisan […]
Sushispotting: ‘Rolls & Rolls + Sushi’ and ‘Sushi Maru’
Sushispotting is a multipart series to review all 15 sushi restaurants in Downtown Bellevue. ——– #1 Sushispotting: Rolls & Rolls + Sushi My first venture on my Sushispotting quest took me to Rolls & Rolls + Sushi, a neighborhood gem across the street from the Bellevue Downtown Library. Now, I […]
Summer Sunday Jazz Brunch at Z’Tejas Bellevue
Z’Tejas Southwestern Grill at Bellevue Square will have a live band during brunch on Sundays from now through Sunday, August 1st. The Jose Gonzales Trio will play jazz music during brunch from 11am – 3pm (band starts at 11:30am) and guests can enjoy Jose Gonzales on keyboard and vocals, Lamar Lofton […]
Mark Your Calendar for El Gaucho’s Pour On The Plaza
El Gaucho is hosting its 2nd annual Pour On The Plaza summer celebration with amazing wine and food on Saturday, August 14th from 2pm – 5pm. Over 25 of the Northwest’s best wineries and local restaurants will be offering wine tastings and delicious appetizers. Guests will enjoy a swanky afternoon […]