Bellevue News

Ice Skate Free – Mondays at Bellevue Ice Arena

From now until January 10, 2010, visit a local Bellevue Bank of America (see locations below) and pick up a pass to skate free on Mondays at the Group Health Ice Arena in the Bellevue Downtown Park. There is a limit of 2 passes per person. Bank of America Locations: Downtown Bellevue […]

Bellevue Towers’ Restaurant Parking Situation Improves

If you’ve visited Purple Café or Barrio on a busy Friday or Saturday night (even some weeknights) you’ve probably experienced a long line to get into, or even full to capacity, Bellevue Towers’ parking garage. Purple and Barrio now have 3 options for free validated parking while dining. In addition […]

Ask Lea: Sing Like Nobody’s Listening

Dear Lea, It seems like I keep hearing about more and more places that have a karaoke night. Where can I go in Bellevue for this? – Mike Rafone Dear Mike Rafone, If you’re anything like me, then you love an opportunity to jump at the chance of remotely getting […]

Photo Recap of Snowflake Lane’s First Night of 2009!

Here are some great shots taken last Friday, the first night of 2009’s Snowflake Lane.  Bellevue Way was closed off in front of The Bellevue Collection for about 20 minutes while Santa Claus and his many helpers brought in the holiday season with singing, dancing, and smiles for all the children. The event […]

Washington Square Reports a Pickup in Sales

In a recent statement, condominium development Washington Square announced that sales have tripled within the past 2 months. From January through August Washington Square sold 1 unit per month. From September to Nov. 1 Washington Square’s sales totaled 26. The homes that were sold ranged from $400,000 to $1 million. With the […]

We’re Thankful!

We’re thankful for a lot over here at the Downtown Bellevue Network and wanted to take time today to communicate our appreciation. First and foremost, thank you to all our readers that have been loyal followers of our site over the past 2 ½ years! Without your support we would […]

The Bravern’s Season Of Wonder

Beginning Friday, November 27th, The Bravern will be a place of wonder. It will be highlighted by seasonal décor, from garland to lights that will bring to life The Bravern’s beautiful fountains, piazzas, and public art. Live performances will be held from November 27th through December 30th and feature jazz […]

Seastar To Serve 500 Needy Guests Thanksgiving Day

Bellevue’s Seastar Restaurant and Raw Bar, partnering with Overlake Service League, Hopelink, Olive Crest, and the Redmond YWCA, will host over 500 Eastside needy families on Thanksgiving for what is turning out to be an annual tradition. Seastar crewmembers volunteer as cooks, as family and friend volunteers work as servers […]

Barrio Adds Late Night Happy Hour & Updates Menu

Barrio Bellevue has added a late night happy hour to their offerings that’s valid Monday through Thursday, 10pm – 11pm and Friday & Saturday, 11pm – 1am. Their earlier happy hour will stay as 3pm-6pm daily. The new happy hour features $5 margaritas and $3 tacos, along other happy hour […]