On Tuesday, March 11, 2025, the Bellevue City Council unanimously approved a new budget and plan for the Grand Connection Crossing over Interstate 405. This pedestrian and bike bridge, set to open by 2030, will be a key part of the Grand Connection, a car-free pathway running from Meydenbauer Bay […]
Reality Break Escapes offers a fresh way to connect with friends, family, or coworkers through immersive and interactive challenges. With four distinct escape rooms in Downtown Bellevue and portable games that can be brought to your office or event, there’s an experience for every setting. Each game encourages teamwork, problem-solving, […]
Seattle Restaurant Week (SRW) is back from March 30 through April 12, giving diners an opportunity to enjoy prix fixe menus at restaurants across the greater Seattle area. The bi-annual event offers lunch priced between $20 and $35, while dinner ranges from $50 to $65. SRW celebrates and supports the […]
Fox & Kit, a coffee shop and indoor playground concept, is planning to open its doors at Bellevue Connection. Located at 550 106th Ave NE, next to Itadaki Yakiniku Japanese steakhouse, the cafe aims to cater equally to parents and children, providing a space that combines high-quality coffee with a […]
The Bellevue Police Department is urging residents to stay vigilant following a robbery in downtown Bellevue that left a 72-year-old woman injured. Bellevue Police responded to a robbery around 3:50 p.m. on January 10 near the 100 block of 108th Avenue NE. According to officers, the victim, a 72-year-old woman, […]
According to a report by Broderick Group, the Eastside office market ended the fourth quarter of 2024 with mixed results. While there were challenges like high vacancy rates across the region, Downtown Bellevue remained a key location for businesses, especially in the tech industry. Downtown Bellevue’s Recovery Despite concerns about […]
The City of Bellevue is taking steps to manage parking spaces more effectively in busy areas like Downtown, Wilburton, and BelRed. With more people living and working in these neighborhoods, the demand for curbside parking has increased, and the city is looking for solutions to improve the current situation. One […]
Mercurys Coffee Co. has officially opened its first location in downtown Bellevue, occupying the space previously held by Starbucks in the City Center building. Located at 500 108th Ave NE, the new coffee shop is open seven days a week from 5 a.m. to 6 p.m. This new store marks […]
Amazon has announced that, beginning January 3, 2025, all employees will be required to return to the office full-time. This policy shift, articulated by CEO Andy Jassy, in a message that was shared with Amazon employees on September 16, marks a departure from the company’s current hybrid work model. It […]
According to permits submitted to the City of Bellevue, Barnes & Noble plans to open at Bellevue Square. The bookstore will be located on the first level, where Z Gallerie was previously open. The address is 1140 Bellevue Square. The American bookseller, which boasts the largest number of retail outlets […]
