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SuperKim Crab House, a seafood restaurant known for its clam chowder and seafood boils, is set to open a new location at Bellevue Towers in Bellevue, Washington. This marks their first establishment on the Eastside, with a diverse menu featuring Thai-inspired seafood dishes. While an opening date has not yet been finalized, the restaurant will occupy a space previously held by Lot No. 3.
R+M Dessert Bar is set to open a flagship location in Bellevue, introducing unique dessert experiences and a takeaway boutique offering gourmet items. Founded in Capitol Hill by chefs Rod Gambassi and Marc Adams in 2017, the new site aims to enhance the dessert dining experience in the Pacific Northwest.
R+M Dessert Bar is set to open a new flagship location in Bellevue at 1025 108th Ave NE, expanding its unique dessert offerings that originated in Capitol Hill. The new venue will feature a takeaway boutique, dine-in experiences, and a private dining area for guests.
Avenue Bellevue, a billion-dollar mixed-use development, has transferred ownership from Fortress Development to Silverstein Capital Partners. This change follows the grand opening of the InterContinental Bellevue at The Avenue, marking a significant milestone for luxury hospitality in the Pacific Northwest. Andy Lakha will continue his involvement as the executive founder.
Spirit Halloween is set to open a pop-up shop in Downtown Bellevue at the former Toys 'R Us location, offering a range of Halloween costumes and decorations. This new store adds to the brand's presence, with another location already operational in Factoria. The site is also earmarked for a future multi-use development project.
The Bellevue Downtown Association will host its annual Jazz & Blues Music Series from October 2-6, 2024, featuring over 20 live performances by local and regional musicians. Highlights include headlining acts by The Joel Astley Band and Greta Matassa & Friends at the Meydenbauer Center Theatre, along with free performances at various venues throughout Downtown Bellevue. For tickets and more information, visit bellevuejazz.com.
Bosa Development has applied for approval of a significant residential project named Main & Bellevue, which will replace three existing commercial buildings with three 27-story residential towers in Bellevue. The development will include 455 residential units, parking stalls, retail space, and public plaza areas, with construction for the first phase set to begin in spring 2026.
Bellevue is gaining recognition for its vibrant culinary scene, recently highlighted in Forbes for its diverse dining options ranging from fine dining to trendy cafes. Notable restaurants include The Lakehouse, Seastar Restaurant & Raw Bar, and Din Tai Fung, each contributing to the city's burgeoning reputation as a culinary destination.
The Bellevue Arts Museum (BAM) will close on September 4th, 2024, after nearly 50 years of service due to financial struggles worsened by the pandemic. Despite raising over $350,000 in a recent fundraising effort, BAM could not secure long-term sustainability.
The Avenue in Bellevue is launching "First Saturdays at the Avenue," a monthly pop-up event starting on September 7, featuring local vendors and food trucks. This event aims to promote community engagement and showcase unique products in a vibrant setting.