Eat out on Thanksgiving in Downtown Bellevue

November 3, 2009

Thanksgiving is a time to enjoy friends and family, so forget slaving over the stove this holiday season. Relieve yourself of the stress of preparing a Thanksgiving feast and join these Downtown Bellevue restaurants as they invite guests to their own traditional holiday dinners. But book your reservation now before all the tables are gobbled up!

0/8 Seafood Grill offers a Thanksgiving Feast for the Family
Kick back and relax this Thanksgiving while 0/8 Seafood Grill prepares a turkey dinner that’s fit for the hungriest of family members. 0/8 Seafood Grill offers guests a 4-course Thanksgiving dinner for $29 from 3 to 8 p.m. featuring holiday favorites like roasted turkey and mashed potatoes. Take a look at the full prix-fixe menu here. For those looking to enjoy a Thanksgiving breakfast, lunch or the regular 0/8 dinner menu, the restaurant will be serving its breakfast menu from 6:30 to 11 a.m., lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and dinner from 3 to 8 p.m. For more information, call (425) 637-0808 or visit solsticerestaurants.com.

A Basil’s Thanksgiving at the Bellevue Hilton
This Thanksgiving leave the cooking to Basil’s and bring your family for a memorable holiday meal. The Chef has created a bountiful menu that will sure to please everyone. All options include house salad or butternut squash soup and choice of pumpkin pie, cheesecake or apple pie. View the full menu here, available from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. For more information, call (425) 455-1300 extension 4275 or visit bellevuehilton.com.

Food, Feast, Family at Daniel’s Broiler
Daniel’s special holiday feast includes your choice of Roast Turkey, Prime Rib or Fresh Salmon, with all the trimmings. Open Thanksgiving Day from noon to 9 p.m. To view the full Thanksgiving menu, click here. Special children’s menu and pricing also available. For more information, call (425) 462-4662 or visit schwartzbros.com.

Turkey Dinner at Palomino
Head to Palomino this Thanksgiving and enjoy a traditional turkey dinner for $24. The prix fixe menu includes slow roasted, free-range turkey, rich apple-sausage stuffing, mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, fresh cranberry relish, and housemade turkey gravy. Guests can also choose from one of their house favorites such as Braised Lamb Shank, Lobster Ravioli or Asiago-Almond Crusted Sea Scallops. And be sure to top off your Thanksgiving feast with a Palomino Pumpkin Pie! To view the full Thanksgiving menu, click here. For more information, call (425) 455-7600 or visit palomino.com.

Thankful for a Delicious Dinner at Pearl Bar & Dining
Join Chef Bradley of Pearl Bar and Dining for an intimate, gourmet Thanksgiving meal served family-style. Guests can choose one dish from each course. Traditional Thanksgiving menu highlights include a Butternut squash bisque, sage roasted Turkey with giblet gravy, Whipped Yukon Gold Potatoes, Candied Yams, and of course, Pumpkin Pie. Pearl also features dishes for those who are looking for a less traditional meal; try the Dungeness Crab Cakes, Grilled King Salmon, and the restaurant’s much loved Butterscotch Sundae for dessert. There is something for everyone! For more information, call (425) 455-0181 or visit pearlbellevue.com.

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Dine around Downtown Bellevue!

November 2, 2009

STARTERS
Crispy Calamari, Seasoned flour, spicy plum sauce
Whole Leaf Caesar Salad, Brioche Toast point, Shaved Reggianno
Brandied Lobster Bisque, Tarragon Crème Fraiche 

ENTREES
Lamb Sliders, lamb burgers topped topped with Oregon Blue
Grilled Steak Salad, Blue cheese, carmalized onions, roma tomato
Beer Battered Halibut Fish and Chips, Seasoned Fries, Tarter Sauce
New Mexican Chili & Corn Ravioli, Roasted corn and green chili cream 

DESSERTS
Molten Chocolate Cake, Grand Marnier and orange zest, chocolate molten cake with orange whipped cream
Cup Cake Trio, Vanilla topped with caramel butter cream, chocolate with peanut butter cream and strawberry with brown sugar cream

0/8 Seafood Grill & Twisted Cork Wine Bar - Dinner Menu ($30)

STARTERS
Dungeness Crab Cake, Rosemary Aioli, Fresh Asian Slaw
Whole Leaf Caesar Salad, Garlic Brioche Toast Point, Shaved Reggianno
Brandied Lobster Bisque, Tarragon Crème Fraiche

ENTREES
Pepper Crusted Ahi Tuna, White Bean Puree, Jalapeno Onion Salad, Balsamic Teriyaki Sauce
Grilled King Salmon, Fingerlings, Huckleberry Thyme Coulis, Asparagus
American Lamb Loin, Hazlenut-Chevre Mashed Potatoes, Asparagus, Blackberry Demi
Mushroom Ravioli, Sherry Cream, Pea Vine Salad

DESSERTS
Duet of Cupcakes, Vanilla with a Brown Sugar Cream Cheese, Chocolate with Peanut Butter Cream
Stuffed Poached Pear, Sekel Pears Poached and then Served Stuffed with Gorgonzola, Mascarpone and Hazelnut Cheese Filling Drizzled with a Honey Glaze
Pumpkin Spice Cookie Ice Cream Sandwich

Monsoon East – Lunch Menu ($15)

STARTERS
Napa Cabbage Salad w/ Shredded Chicken, Saigon Pickle, Honey Crisp Apple and Soy Vinaigrette
Full Circle Farms Squash Soup w/Coconut Milk, Ginger and Curried Prawns
Crispy Imperial Rolls w/Kurobuta Pork, Shrimp and Glass Noodles 

ENTREES
Grille Kurobuta Pork Rice Bowl, Fried Hens Egg, Cucumber and Tomato
Wokked Soft Noodles, Sweet Onions, Grilled Oyster Mushrooms, and Gai Lan
Ginger Braised Chicken w/Glass Noodles, Can Tau, and Fresh Woodear Mushrooms

DESSERTS
Banana Cake w/Savory Coconut Sauce
Ginger Panna Cotta w/Grapefruit and Thai Basil
Che Ba Mau (Rainbow Drink) Coconut Milk, Tapioca Pearls, Red Beans and Logan Fruit

Monsoon East – Dinner Menu ($30)

STARTERS
Warm Shrimp Toasts w/Watercress and Pickled Cucumber
Hot and Sour Tamarind Soup w/Shrimp, Bac Ha, Pineapple and Tomato
Tofu Salad w/Napa Cabbage, Lotus Stem, Rau Ram and Chinese Honey Mustard

ENTREES
Grilled Painted Hills Flat Iron, Wokked Green Beans, Oyster Mushrooms, Saifun Noodle
Braised American Anderson Valley Lamb Leg, Yellow Curry, Coconut Milk, Honey Crisp Apple, Peanuts
Fresh Rice Noodles w/Chinese Celery, Bean Sprouts and Sweet Onions

DESSERTS
Banana Cake w/Savory Coconut Sauce
Ginger Panna Cotta w/Grapefruit and Thai Basil
Che Ba Mau (Rainbow Drink) Coconut Milk, Tapioca Pearls, Red Beans and Logan Fruit

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Half Priced Wine Celebration at 0/8 Seafood Grill and Twisted Cork Wine Bar!

October 23, 2009

0/8 Seafood Grill and Twisted Cork Wine Bar are celebrating their 3 year anniversary, and everyone is invited!  To celebrate they are offering two great half priced wine promotions now until January 31.

Half Off Wines By The Glass at Twisted Cork Wine Bar
Eleven select wines (5 red, 5 white, 1 sparkling) by the glass at half price. Usually only offered at Happy Hour, these great prices are available all day. 

Half Off Wines By The Bottle at 0/8 Seafood Grill
Twenty select wines by the bottle (9 red, 7 white, and 4 sparkling) at half price with purchase of two entrees (available during breakfast, lunch, or dinner).

To see a menu of the wines available for both promotions, click here.

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Fall winemaker dinners

October 8, 2009

This fall several Downtown Bellevue restaurants will host special winemaker dinners open to the public. Take this opportunity to enjoy unique menus paired with exclusive wine selections and hear commentary straight from winery owners themselves. We’ve hand picked a few events for you to add to your calendar below. Cheers!

Superstars of Washington Winemaker Dinner at Grand Cru
October 11, 6 p.m.
Star winemakers include Mark McNeilly of Mark Ryan Winery, Ross Mickel of Ross Andrew and Ben Smith of Cadence. Wines from each producer will be paired with works from consulting chef, Danilo Amato. Cost is $95 per person, Space is limited, reservations required: steve@grandcru-wineshop.com

Januik Winery Winemaker Dinner at 0/8 Seafood Grill
October 15, 6:30 p.m.
A five course meal paired with a selection of Januik wines by 0/8′s Chef Scott Robertson and Wine Director Michael Anderson, who was recently showcased as one of the areas top wine experts by Seattle Metropolitan Magazine. Chef Scott, Michael and Mike Januik will be on hand to provide commentary on each pairing. Cost is $99 per person. Space is limited, reservations required: 425.637.0808

Fall Wine Dinner at Bis on Main
October 18, 5:30 p.m.
Featuring wines from the Bis on Main cellar paired with a six course meal prepared by Chef Christopher Peterson. Hosted by acclaimed wine writer, educator and merchant, Richard Kinssies. Cost is $145 per person. Space is limited, reservations required: 425.455.2033

Matthews Cellars Winery Dinner at Monsoon East
October 25, 6:00 p.m.
Join Chef Nathan Crave along with Monsoon East chef/owners Eric and Sophie Banh as they host the ultimate fall dinner paired with wine from one of the State’s finest wineries. Cost is $99 per person. Space is limited, reservations required: brownpapertickets.com

Fall Winemaker Dinner Series at Pearl Bar & Dining
All events begin with a reception at 6:15 p.m. with dinner at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $75 per person. Space is limited, reservations required: 425.455.0181

Woodhouse Family Cellars Winemaker Dinner
October 21, 6:30 p.m.

Betz Family Cellars Winemaker Dinner
October 29, 6:30 p.m.

áMaurice
November 12, 6:30 p.m.

Photo above: Joe Vilardi, owner of Bis on Main, hosts Michael Mondavi and Folio Wine Partners.

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Grand Cru live!

September 28, 2009

Grand Cru owners Steve Walker, Robert Reichel and Tom Cottrell are offering a special music happy hour on Tuesday, September 29 from 7-10 p.m. The evening will begin with a selection of Tapas and wines by the glass, including some Spanish and Argentinean options, all offered at $5 each. Enjoy all this with the music by Seattle’s own singer-songwriter and guitarist, Eric Fridrich. This is an incredible and affordable opportunity to taste some wonderful wines, enjoy a few bites, and let your day unwind while listening to some great music.

Complimentary underground parking is available at the TEN20 Tower. The garage entrance is can be accessed off NE 11th Street.

Many other Downtown Bellevue restaurants have begun offering live music as well. Here are few of our favorites:

• 0/8 Seafood Grill & Twisted Cork Wine Bar – Live music Wednesday-Saturday nights.
• Daniel’s Broiler – Live piano music five nights a week.
• El Gaucho – Nightly piano music.
• John Howie Steak – Live entertainment in the Piano Lounge seven nights a week.
• Paddy Coyne’s – Live traditional Irish music sessions held every Friday 8-11 p.m.
• Rock Bottom Restaurant and Brewery – Live music Thursday-Saturday nights.

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