December 14, 2010
Once again the countdown is on—there’s only a couple weeks left to finish your holiday shopping! To make things a little easier, many Downtown Bellevue restaurants are offering tasty gift ideas that your friends and family will love. From gift cards to homemade caramels, special menu items to private dining options, there’s something for everyone. Take a look below and start crossing those final items off your list!
520 Bar and Grill
A great location to host your holiday party! Whether it’s a small gathering of friends or a big family get-together, you are sure to have a memorable experience. For details on how you can begin planning your event call (425) 864-7083 or contact info@520barandgrill.com.
Barrio, Purple Café and Wine Bar and LOT No. 3
Pick up a gift wrapped box of Heavy Restaurant Group’s own house made caramels, available in packages of three for $5 or a dozen for $18. You can also get the gift that suits anybody’s taste buds with a gift card redeemable at any Heavy Restaurant location. Also, Purple Café and Wine Bar is offering most bottles from their extensive wine list at 40% off the retail price. So take a break from your holiday shopping and stop by any Barrio, Purple Café and Wine Bar or LOT No. 3 location to get your holiday gifts.
Grand Cru Mixologie Lounge
Attention wine lovers! Grand Cru is offering special in-store deals this holiday season, especially went it comes to bubbles! Check out some of the great pricing on their website, or stop by to see their entire line-up of holiday offerings.
McCormick & Schmick’s
Build your perfect entrée with McCormick & Schmick’s “Perfect Combination” plate starting at $21.95. Choose two or three selections from five different “Seafood Classic” menu items and pair your entrée with the perfect bottle of wine for half price on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
You can also plan your holiday party this year with McCormick’s own Private Dining Coordinator who will help you design your ideal event menu. And hosts will receive $10 dining certificates for each of your party guests! To reserve your spot call (425) 454-2606 or contact mccormickandschmicks.com.
The Melting Pot
Dip in the holidays with The Melting Pot! Cross gifts off your list and reward yourself. Purchase a $100 gift card and receive $100 in gift certificates to be used throughout 2011.
Paddy Coyne’s Irish Pub
Bring some Irish cheer home with a gift card from Paddy Coyne’s Irish Pub! All gift cards are available in any denomination and are valid at any location. If you’re looking for the perfect place to host your holiday party this year, Paddy Coyne’s also has party space for up to 100 guests. Contact bellevueGM@paddycoynes.net for private party information.
Pearl Bar & Dining
Another delicious stocking stuffer is a Pearl gift card! This holiday season, buy one gift card for any denomination over $10 and receive the second gift card half off. Stop by the restaurant to get yours today!
Pearl is also a perfect place for celebration with friends, family and colleagues. Mark your calendar for Christmas Eve, where Pearl will feature its full dinner menu and a special prime rib dinner from 4-9 p.m.
Palomino
Now through December 26, receive 20% off all gift card purchases (no limits, no expiration dates). With the incredible selection of menu items, this is the perfect gift for anyone! Stop by any Palomino location to pick up your gift card, or make your purchase online at palomino.com.
The Parlor Collection
Celebrate the season with The Parlor’s “Incredibly Ridiculous Happy Hour”, running daily from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday from 10 p.m. to midnight, all day Sunday and all night Monday. All menu items are half-priced in addition to $4 specialty drinks, classic cocktails, premium well drinks, beers on tap and house wines.
Parlor Live Comedy Club features national headliner comedy shows are every Thursday at 7:30 p.m. as well as Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. Tickets are available at the box office and online at parlorlive.com. Another great gift idea!
Z’Tejas Southwestern Grill
Add some Southwest flare to your holiday season! Now through December 24, for every $25 gift card sold, the purchaser will receive a $5 bonus card for their own use! (Bonus gift cards are redeemable January 1 through February 28) Cards are available for purchase in the restaurant as well as online at ztejas.com.
Just in time for the holidays Z’Tejas is rolling out a special winter menu that will be available through March 6. New lunch menu items include a Bistro Salad, Shrimp Papaya Enchiladas, Pan Roasted Stuffed Chicken and a Comfort Pie with beef barbacoa. The winter dinner menu offers Jumbo Lump Crab Tamales, Pan Roasted Stuffed Chicken, Ancho Marinated Lamb Chops and a Z Seasonal Grill plate that includes a sample of NY Strip, Lamb Chops and Grilled Shrimp
Also, be sure to stop by the Weekend Fun Bar happening every Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. At this “self-serve” bar, guests can build their own Bloody Mary, Bloody Maria, Screwdriver, or Mimosa with a whole range of ingredients at your disposal.
