Bellevue News

If You Build It, They Will Come…And They Have

Expedia has recently completed their move into Tower 333, moving what was anticipated to be 1,700 employees into Downtown Bellevue. The move began in October and finished up in December. The move, which was very smooth, can already be felt by the Downtown community during lunch hours, when employees go […]

Ask Lea: Be My Valentine

Dear Lea,Where should I take my lady out for Valentine’s Day? – Lost in Love Dear Lost In Love, This Valentine’s Day, there are plenty of places in Downtown Bellevue to take your special someone. However, the secret’s out – so you better call for reservations quick! No more notorious […]

Ruth’s Chris Late Night Happy Hour Returns to Bellevue

Over a year ago, Ruth’s Chris eliminated their late night happy hour – a decision made by the new owners that took over the Downtown Bellevue location. In mid-December, they brought it back by popular demand! Their late night happy hour is 9-11pm daily (9-10pm on Sundays). Drinks included on […]

New York Chef to Open 2 Restaurants at The Bravern

Terrance Brennan, a widely known chef famous for his 2 New York City restaurants, will open 2 new restaurants in Bellevue at The Shops at The Bravern: Artisnal Brasserie & Wine Bar and The Artisanal Table: Pizzeria Tapas. Terrance was named a “Best New Chef” by Food & Wine Magazine in 1995 […]

Washington Square Announces Lease to Own Program

In difficult financial times, builders are always looking for creative solutions for both themselves and their customers. Washington Square announced today the option of “Experience Washington Square.” This opportunity gives customers the chance to live in a Washington Square condominium, before locking in to purchasing a unit. The program lets […]

Reminder: Light Rail Public Hearings This Week

This week and next, there will be 3 opportunities to give feedback to the Bellevue City Council and Sound Transit regarding light rail in Downtown Bellevue. Beginning today, Wednesday, this will be the most influential opportunity for the public to give their input into the Sound Transit project. Although being […]

Martini & Raw Bar to Open at Bellevue Place

The owner of 0/8 Seafood Grill and Twisted Cork Wine Bar, Chef Dan Thiessen, has plans to open a new restaurant concept at Bellevue Place in Downtown Bellevue: Stir Martini & Raw Bar. The new concept is anticipated to open in July 2009, alongside the opening of the Bellevue Place […]

Lucky Strike Plans to Expand Downtown Bellevue Location

Open for just over a year, Lucky Strike Lanes has made plans to expand at Lincoln Square. The expansion will add 16,000 sq-ft., making its total size 42,000 sq-ft. The space that Lucky Strike will expand into has not been occupied since Lincoln Square has opened. Included within the new […]

Neiman Marcus Sign Goes Up At The Bravern

This week, the Neiman Marcus sign was put up at The Bravern. The sign is another indicator of the progress of The Bravern project, which includes 2 office towers, 2 condo towers, and a European-inspired shopping experience. Neiman Marcus is scheduled to open in September 2009. Photo Credit: Schnitzer West

Comics Return to Parlor Live

The buzz around Bellevue this past weekend was Parlor Live’s debut of comedy shows. If you didn’t get in on the first weekend of comedy, catch the Brooklyn Live! Tour featuring Brian Scolaro, with special guest Dwayne Perkins, this coming weekend. Shows are as follows: Thursday, 1/22 – 7:30pm; Friday, […]