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Explore new cuisines during April’s Seattle Restaurant Week

April 10, 2012

Delve into spring by exploring the different cuisines our region has to offer during this season’s Seattle Restaurant Week April 8-12 and 15-19.

Sponsored by The Seattle Times and Seattle Restaurant Cooperative partners, Seattle Restaurant Week highlights more than 150 restaurants in the area with a unique menu at each participating restaurant.

The event also provides diners with a great excuse to sample new restaurants without breaking the bank. All participating restaurants offer three-course dinners for $28 and some also offer three-course lunches for only $15.

Although Seattle Restaurant Week implies a Seattle focus, the Eastside is far from neglected. Participating restaurants located in downtown Bellevue include Lot No.3, McCormick & Schmick’s, Monsoon East, Nordstrom Grill, Purple Café and Wine Bar, Seastar Restaurant and Raw Bar, The Melting Pot, and Wild Ginger.

From culinary connoisseurs to someone looking for a change from the norm, diners are bound to satisfy their taste buds during Seattle Restaurant Week. Reservations are recommended to dine at one of the participating restaurants, as space fills up quickly, so make your Seattle Restaurant Week plans today!

‘Dine Around’ downtown Bellevue March 1-29

March 6, 2012

Think you have to travel cross lake to experience delectable – and wallet conscious – 3 for $30 meals? Not to worry. The March Dine Around Seattle restaurant lineup has a heavy Eastside presence, with four of the participating restaurants located right here in downtown Bellevue.

What’s the scoop on Dine Around? According to the promotion’s website, here are all the details you’ll need to know:

Each March and November, Sundays through Thursdays, Seattle area’s finest restaurants offer 3-course dinners for a mere $30. This includes selections for appetizer, entrée, and dessert. Many of the restaurants also offer lunch for $15. Prices do not include beverage, tax and gratuity. Menus are not available on Thanksgiving or Easter.

Downtown Bellevue boasts 3 for $30 dinner menus at Lot No. 3, Monsoon East, Palomino and Purple Café and Wine Bar. All four eateries are also offering 3 for $15 lunch menus.

Plus there’s more ways than one to get involved in Dine Around. The campaign frequently adds restaurant features and recipes to their ‘Table Talk’ blog. And if you’re the social type, we recommend following Dine Around Seattle on Facebook and Twitter for a chance to enter great dining contests and giveaways!

Downtown Bellevue provides last minute Valentine’s Day inspiration

February 13, 2012

You don’t have Valentine’s Day plans yet―we won’t judge. In fact, we’re here to help. Downtown Bellevue has lots of romantic spots for you to swoon your sweetie or hang out with fellow singles. But for you darling, we’ve rounded up only the best. Read on for our top picks and some last minute Valentine’s Day inspiration!

520 Bar & Grill
From 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. 520 Bar & Grill hosts special guest DJ Robbie DeLuxe spinning popular slow dance tunes. Spice up the evening and indulge in 520′s “Get Down Tonight” drink specials with choice of champagne cocktails, “X-Rated Martinis” and “Happy Baby” Shots.”

Bis On Main
If you really want to impress your main squeeze this Valentine’s Day, Bis On Main is the gold standard. A multi-year winner of “Best Romantic Dining Spot” in the BDA’s annual Haute Picks awards―the best of downtown Bellevue, Bis serves up premier fine dining, an award-winning wine list and complimentary valet parking.

John Howie Steak
Lovers can savor a 3-course Valentine’s Day dinner for $55 per person (exclusive of tax and gratuity) in John Howie Steak’s Piano Lounge, while relaxing to live music. The pre-set menu includes a choice of soup or salad, five luscious entrees, and three absolutely decadent desserts, complemented by a glass of bubbly. The 3-course Valentine’s Day menu is only available in the Piano Lounge and the regular menu will be served in the main dining room.

McCormick & Schmick’s
Featuring delicious Chef menu features, custom menu messages, flowers for your Valentine and more. Make your reservations and special orders on the McCormick & Schmick’s website.

Monsoon East
Love is in the air at Monson East. Couples have the option of selecting one of three dinner seating’s at different price levels: $95 per couple for a 4:30-5:45 p.m. seating; $110 per couple for a 6:00-7:45 p.m. seating; $95 per couple for 8:00-9:15 p.m. a seating (note: prices do not include tax or gratuity). This 4-course all-inclusive meal includes your choice of appetizer, salad, entree and dessert. View the full Valentine’s Day menu on their blog. Call (425) 635-1112 for reservations.

Palomino
Through Tuesday, February 14the Palomino will feature romantic menu specials, inspired champagne cocktails and festive desserts selected just for the occasion. Palomino’s sommelier has also set aside specially-priced premium champagne selections to complete the celebration. Call (425) 455-7600 for reservations.

Pogacha
Can’t celebrate with your Valentine on the special day? Pogacha has specials for you and your sweetie all throughout the week. On Sunday and Monday nights enjoy $7.99 Pogacha pizzas. On Wednesdays Pogacha offers their 3-course menu for only $20 per person. And on Thursday stop in for $12 Bottle of Wine Night. Don’t overlook the new February menu items―Fresh Dungeness Crab Fettuccini (Gluten-free option available) and for dessert the decadent Molton Chocolate Lava Cake topped with fresh raspberry puree.

Purple Café and Wine Bar and Lot No. 3
In addition to the full menu, Purple Café and Wine Bar will feature a special 4-course dinner menu through February 14th priced at $95 per couple. Choose a starter to share, two salads, two entrees and a dessert for two. You can view the full menu here. Craft cocktails and sharable comfort food more your style? You’re in luck. The chef team at Lot No. 3 will feature special menu items for the holiday also.

The Spot Off Main
Looking for love in all the wrong places? Whether you’re single or spoken for, The Spot Off Main has fun get-togethers planned to celebrate the day of love. On Monday, February 13th The Spot hosts an Anti-Valentine’s Day After-Work Networking Party beginning at 4 p.m. On Tuesday, February 14th join The Spot’s Valentine’s Texas “Hold Me” Poker Tournament beginning at 6:30 p.m.―a Royal Straight Flush of Hearts wins a Trip to Vegas! Single? At 9 p.m. you can participate in The Spot’s Dating Game.

Trophy Cupcakes
All your Valentines deserve a Trophy―so treat each of them to the most delectable Trophy around! Whether your sweetie has a penchant for Pink Champagne, dark chocolate and raspberries, or extra stout beer, Trophy Cupcakes at The Bravern has flavor that will make them swoon. The Dark Chocolate Raspberry (available every day in February) is made with Valrhona Chocolate Cake filled with Raspberry Buttercream, dipped in Callebaut Belgian chocolate Ganache and finished with a perfect candy heart. The Pink Champagne (available February 10-14) is a retro elegant cake made with a moist pink champagne butter cake, topped with a fancy ruffle of pink champagne buttercream. And finally the Chocolate Stout (available February 10-14) is made with Valrhona Chocolate Cake fortified with a generous amount of Pike Brewing Company’s Extra Stout, then topped with Extra Stout Caramel Buttercream and drizzled with more Stout Caramel―a perfect gift for the man in your life!

Vovito Caffè & Gelato
Get your Valentine something deliciously unique―a “Gelato Gram” from Vovito Caffè & Gelato! For only $10, give that special someone on your list 2 scoops of gelato and 2 chocolate covered strawberries along with a personalized message from you. It’s a sweet way to show you care.

‘Dine Around’ at Palomino and other Bellevue favorites this month

November 8, 2011

If you don’t already know what Palomino Restaurant and Bar is all about, now is the time to find out! As a proud participant in Dine Around Seattle, Bellevue’s own Palomino will be showcasing its most delectable dishes in a special three course dinner throughout the month of November.

Sunday through Thursday for the fixed price of only $30 per person, diners can choose from a list of mouth watering entrées including Sicilian meatballs, chicken parmesan, asiago-almond crusted scallops and much more. Dessert includes Palomino tiramisu, polenta shortcake or fresh gelato. With these irresistible options you’ll find it impossible to pick just one!

Although you can stop in to Palomino any night of the week to enjoy these delicious dishes, this deal is gone after November 30—so hurry and take advantage of this culinary adventure before it disappears! Reservations for Palomino’s Dine Around Seattle dinners can be made on their website or by calling the restaurant at (425) 455-7600.

Palomino isn’t the only restaurant offering the Dine Around deal this month. For seafood lovers, McCormick and Schmick’s in Lincoln Square is offering up dishes like cashew crusted tilapia and an angry tuna roll. Monsoon East has also put together a $30 menu for Dine Around Seattle which includes exotic fusion favorites like lemongrass pork loin, albacore tataki and a green papaya salad.

For a full list of participating restaurants and menus, be sure to visit dinearoundseattle.org. The Dine Around Seattle promotion has become wildly popular among locals and visitors alike so make your reservations early and happy eating!

Sample the best food in Bellevue without breaking the bank at Seattle Restaurant Week

October 16, 2011


You know you have one – that restaurant you’ve been meaning to stop in to but never have. Well now is the perfect chance to eat at that swanky bar or hip new bistro you’ve always wanted to try! October 16-20 and October 23-27, more than 150 restaurants in Seattle and on the Eastside will be participating in Seattle Restaurant Week.

Sponsored by Seattle Restaurant Cooperative partners and seattletimes.com, Seattle Restaurant Week is a celebration of our region’s unique culinary scene and an excellent opportunity for the budget conscious diner. Participating restaurants offer three course dinners for $28 and some with three course lunches for just $15.

Although Seattle Restaurant Week includes primarily restaurants throughout Seattle, Eastsiders need not feel excluded. Some of the best restaurants downtown Bellevue has to offer are participating in the event. Cantinetta, Monsoon East, Nordstrom Grill, The Melting Pot, Purple Café and Wine Bar, Wild Ginger, McCormick and Schmick’s and Seastar Restaurant and Raw Bar are all on the roster.

No special passes or tickets will be required to dine at participating restaurants, however due to high public interest in the event, diners are highly encouraged to make reservations at their restaurants of choice ahead of time to ensure a spot.

Whether you’re a longtime resident of the Pacific Northwest, in town visiting, or just a fan of great food at an amazing price, come sample the best food the region has to offer at Seattle Restaurant Week! For information, visit seattlerestaurantweek.com.

 
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