On Friday, June 6 at 9:30 a.m., Nordstrom will honor the life and legacy of Bruce Nordstrom with a special posthumous induction into the Seattle Walk of Fame. His bronze footprints will be added to the art installation surrounding the Nordstrom Downtown Seattle flagship store — a symbolic tribute to […]
Bellevue News
InterContinental Bellevue Partners with Saks to Launch Fifth Avenue Club
InterContinental Bellevue has announced an exclusive partnership with Saks Fifth Avenue to introduce the retailer’s Fifth Avenue Club to the luxury hotel, adding a new high-end, personalized shopping experience to its lineup of guest amenities. According to a recent announcement on InterContinental Bellevue’s Instagram account, the Fifth Avenue Club will […]
Contemporary Fashion Retailer COS Coming to Bellevue Square
COS, a British fashion brand known for its clean, modern style and high-quality wardrobe pieces, is planning to open a new store at Bellevue Square, according to a permit filed with the City of Bellevue. The permit, which is for electrical work, lists the address as 575 Bellevue Square, suggesting […]
OpenAI Leases Former Microsoft Office Space in Downtown Bellevue
OpenAI is expanding its footprint in Downtown Bellevue, leasing three floors at City Center Plaza, as first reported by the Puget Sound Business Journal. The artificial intelligence company will occupy 69,000 square feet at 555 110th Avenue Northeast, a space that was formerly leased by Microsoft. Microsoft vacated the building […]
Bellevue to Host Pride on the Plaza Event June 4
In celebration of Pride Month, the City of Bellevue and Pride Across the Bridge are partnering to present Pride on the Plaza, a free event highlighting local LGBTQIA+ artists and community members. The event will take place on Wednesday, June 4, from noon to 2 p.m. at Bellevue City Hall. […]
Where to Dine Al Fresco in Downtown Bellevue
As the weather gets nicer, more people are looking to enjoy meals outdoors. Downtown Bellevue offers a range of restaurants with patio seating, rooftop views, and sidewalk tables. From casual bites to upscale dining, here are some local spots offering open-air seating this season. Carmine’s Classic Italian fare is served […]
Bellevue’s New Thai Chicken and Rice Spot from SuperKim Officially Opens
SuperKim Khao Man Gai has officially opened at the base of Bellevue Towers, located at 460 106th Avenue Northeast in downtown Bellevue. The restaurant specializes in Thai chicken and rice dishes, offering a menu inspired by traditional Bangkok street food. Signature offerings include Khao Man Gai (poached chicken over fragrant […]
Valentinas Wine Bar Opens on Main Street in Old Bellevue
A new wine bar has opened in Old Bellevue. Valentinas Wine Bar is now operating at 10204 Main Street, in the space formerly occupied by Rouge Cocktail Lounge. The drink menu at Valentinas includes a range of offerings such as daily and custom wine flights, beer, non-alcoholic beer, champagne, rosé, […]
Bellevue Arts Fair Weekend to Launch Joint Downtown Event July 25–27
The Bellevue Downtown Association and Bellevue Arts Museum will co-produce the Bellevue Arts Fair Weekend from July 25–27, 2025. This is the first time the two organizations have collaborated to present the event. The event will combine the 79th annual BAM Arts Fair and the 33rd annual Bellevue Downtown Arts […]
Eastside Home Prices Increase Nearly 10% in 2024, Leading King County
Homeowners in Bellevue and across the Eastside are seeing significant increases in property values this year, according to early data from the King County Assessor’s Office. While most of King County experienced modest gains, the Eastside — including Bellevue — led the way with an average increase of 9.81%. The […]