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Charm her in downtown Bellevue this Mother’s Day

May 8, 2012

Spring has sprung which means Mother’s Day is quickly approaching! Honor Mom this year at one of downtown Bellevue’s many restaurants. Read on for all the Mother’s Day happenings we’re sure she’ll love!

Bake’s Place
On Mother’s Day, treat your mom to a special concert at the new Bake’s Place Bellevue, featuring the internationally renowned vocalist Dee Daniels. Dee is a critically-acclaimed jazz singer with deep roots in the blues and gospel traditions.

Basil’s Kitchen at the Bellevue Hilton
Basil’s Kitchen at the Bellevue Hilton invites you for a hearty and delicious Mother’s Day brunch starting at 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Besides appetizing entrées, assorted sweets and tortes, and seafood; create your own meal with Belgian Waffles made to order and an omelet and egg station. Reservations are suggested.

Daniel’s Broiler 
Show mom you care by treating her to dinner at Daniel’s Broiler on Mother’s Day, May 13. Or give mom a gift card to a Schwartz Brothers Restaurant. Now until June 11 receive a $25 bonus gift card for every $100 in gift cards you purchase.

Danube Bistro
Dine at Danube Bistro this Mother’s Day, May 13 from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Treat your mom to Smoked Salmon Ravioli or Dungeness Crab Lasagna. Each mom gets a complementary Mimosa!

 John Howie Steak
Surprise your mom with an extra gift this Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 13. While making a reservation at John Howie Steak, purchase a copy of Passion and Palate and have it signed with a personalized message by Chef Howie himself! The book will be waiting on the table when your mom arrives on Mother’s Day. The book can also be gift wrapped, compliments of John Howie Steak. Make your reservations today!

Lot No. 3
Make this Mother’s Day special with brunch at Lot No. 3 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. In addition to the brunch menu Lot No. 3 will be featuring 4 variations of the Bloody Mary cocktail. Reservations sugggested.

Lunchbox Laboratory
Show off some ink! Enjoy a tasty meal at Lunchbox Laboratory this Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 13. All tattooed moms eat free!

McCormick’s & Schmick’s
Join McCormick & Schmick’s this Mother’s Day for a special Mother’s Day brunch menu that will be served until 2 p.m. and features Baked French Toast, Crab Cake Benedict, and Grilled Salmon O’Brien. Or enjoy their always tasty dinner menu. Each mom will receive a complimentary truffle.

Melting Pot
Do you have the best mom in town? Write an essay on why your mom deserves the Melting Pot’s 2012 Best Mom Award! The winner will receive free chocolate fondue with 6 friends and the winning essay will be published on the Melting Pot’s website! The Melting Pot is also offering a special Mother’s Day menu for adults and kids. Each mom will receive a certificate that gets her a one time “Ladies Night” any night of the week.

Paddy Coyne’s
Honor your mom with a little Irish flair this Mothers Day, Sunday May 13 at Paddy Coyne’s! Moms eat for FREE all day with any purchase of 2 or more entrées!

Pogacha
Pogacha invites you and your mother to a wonderful, Mother’s Day brunch this Sunday, May 13 featuring a delicious 3 course meal from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Palomino
Treat your mom to brunch and a spa day at Palomino! Mother’s Day Brunch begins at 9 a.m.-4 p.m. on Sunday, May 13 and will feature Cedar Roasted Salmon, Wild Alaskan Coho Filet, and Crispy Parmesan Potatoes and Grilled Fresh Asparagus. Each mom will receive a flower and be entered to win a spa certificate. Availability is limited so make your reservations soon!

PEARL Bar & Dining
Pearl invites you and your mom for a seasonally fresh Mother’s Day Brunch on Sunday, May 13 from 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. The á la carte brunch menu includes such specialties as Dungeness Crab Omelet, Classic Eggs Benedict, Brioche French Toast and much more. Reservations suggested. 

Purple Café and Wine Bar
Bring the whole family for brunch this Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 13. Purple Café and Wine Bar will be opening at 10 a.m. and featuring a special Mother’s Day Brunch menu for kids and adults as well as sparkling wine specials. Reservations suggested.

Ruth’s Chris Steak House
Enjoy a meal with your mom this Mother’s Day at Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse and receive a $25 bonus card.

Seastar Restaurant and Raw Bar
Surprise your mom with an extra gift this Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 13. While making a reservation at Seastar Restaurant and Raw Bar, purchase a copy of Passion and Palate and have it signed with a personalized message by Chef Howie himself! The book will be waiting on the table when your mom arrives on Mother’s Day. The book can also be gift wrapped, compliments of Seastar Restaurant and Raw Bar. Make your reservations today!

Trophy Cupcakes
Tell your mom how important she is with a cupcake! Trophy cupcakes will be featuring a Lemon Raspberry Cupcake this Mother’s Day. These yummy sweets are available May 11-13, order by Friday at 3 p.m. for Sunday pick-up.

VoVito Caffè & Gelato
Is your mom not an early riser? Don’t worry about brunch, treat her to a panini, a glass of wine, and some gelato at happy hour at Vovito for Mother’s Day from 3–7 p.m.

Z’Tejas Southwestern Grill
Celebrate Mother’s Day this Sunday, May 13, from 11 a.m. -3 p.m. at Z’Tejas with a spicy dish from the new spring brunch menu. The menu features dishes like the Shrimp Omelet with Andouille Veracruz ($14.50), Scrambled Eggs & Jalapeno Bacon Stuffed Relleno ($13.50) and Stuffed French Toast with Raspberry cream cheese and prickly pear syrup ($11.50), along with the Weekend Fun Bar, a do-it-yourself Bloody Mary and mimosa station. Z’Tejas will also be offering a complimentary chef’s dessert and a memento photo for each mom.

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!

Doing New Years in true downtown Bellevue style

December 30, 2011

It’s that time of year again. Break out the party poppers and champagne, pin up a brand new calendar and maybe a list of resolutions—it’s New Years! Luckily for Eastsiders, downtown Bellevue is a New Years party hot spot. The following is a list of downtown restaurants and entertainment venues gaurenteed to help you ring in 2012 right.

Pearl Bar and Dining
Pearl Bar and Dining is well established as one of the best dining options on the Eastside, so it comes as no surprise that they will be hosting a fabulous New Year’s Eve celebration! Join Pearl on December 31 for a gourmet three-course dinner followed by a nightclub style party and a champagne toast to ring in 2012. Pearl’s New Year’s Eve Ball will include multiple bars, a DJ and even party favors. Tickets are $30 per person through Brown Paper Tickets or $40 at the door. Valet parking is provided free by The Westin Bellevue. Come celebrate a gem of a year at Bellevue’s own restaurant jewel, Pearl!

Pogacha
Early birds rejoice because Pogacha is celebrating all day long on December 31! Starting at 11 a.m. on New Year’s Eve day Pogacha Bellevue will be serving its breakfast and lunch menu until 3 p.m. Starting at 5 p.m. Pogacha will feature a special New Year’s Eve menu in addition to a host of new winter specials like Hawaiian blue prawns and a variety of featured wines including Ross Andrew’s Boushey Syrah and Soos Creek Sundance Red.

Purple Café and Wine Bar and Lot No. 3
If you didn’t get your fill of New Year’s Eve festivities, Purple and Lot No. 3 have the perfect solution—New Year’s Day brunch. On January 1 both restaurants will be serving a New Year’s brunch to welcome in 2012. Items include hearty morning favorites like seasonal omelets at Purple and bagel sandwiches and waffles at Lot No.3. So put off cleaning up your New Year’s Eve party mess, just for a bit, and enjoy a New Years day brunch! Purple Café will also be open for New Year’s Even festivities. In addition to the full menu, Purple will feature unique food and drink specials.

The Melting Pot
New Year’s Eve is all about fun and the celebration of another successful year gone by—and nothing says fun like fondue! Join the Melting Pot this New Year’s Eve for a special four-course New Year’s dinner complete with featured seasonal wines and cocktails. Dinner is $75 per person and guests who book reservations between 3 and 5 p.m. will receive $100 in Melting Pot gift certificates for a delicious 2012! End the night with The Melting Pot’s signature chocolate fondue and get a sweet start to the New Year.

Wild Ginger
Creative cocktails and delectable dining are the name of the game this New Year at Wild Ginger! On December 31 Wild Ginger’s menu will include a vast array of creative cocktails, as well as a decadent dinner menu available all night. Diners can look forward to Wild Ginger’s Asian fusion favorites such as Thai chili beef, green curry chicken, squash and sweet potato stew as well as a satay bar. Wild Ginger will also serve a host of delicious cocktails like the cracked coconut martini, lychee cooler, vanilla passion sidecar and mango mojito. With options like that, who needs champagne?

Z’ Tejas Southwestern Grill
Can’t wait until the 31st to star your New Year’s celebration? You’re in luck. Z’ Tejas at the Bellevue Collection is starting their New Year’s festivities early too. December 30 through January 1 Z’Tejas will be serving a special New Year’s menu. Featured items will include an ahi ceviche with seasoned tostados, Southwestern chicken achiote and a molten chocolate cake for dessert. A trip to Z’ Tejas can be a delicious precursor to your New Year’s Eve!

Not everyone’s New Year’s Eve celebrations center around a meal out. For party-goers that prefer their night out with a little more action, downtown Bellevue has plenty of exciting options.

Munchbar will be hosting an angels and demons costume party on New Year’s Eve complete with guest DJ, celebrity host, champagne and of course prizes awarded to those with the best costumes. If you’re interested in something a bit more formal, consider New Year’s Eve at Piano Bash. Piano Bash will be holding a black and white themed attire party on New Year’s Eve featuring a prefix dinner, champagne toast and live jazz band.

Down the street in Old Bellevue The Spot Off Main will be hosting a New Year’s Eve party of its own. Don’t have a New Year’s Eve date? Play their “Match Ups” game and leave a message for that certain someone you’d like to stand by when the clock strikes twelve. The pinnacle of the night will be a champagne toast at midnight and a drawing for a trip to Hawaii! Doors open at a 8 p.m. and happy hour prices will be offered all night long.

520 Bar and Grill is known among locals for hosting festive holiday parties and New Years is no different. 520 will open at 8 p.m. on December 31 for a pre-funk and DJ and dancing begin at 9 p.m. Celebrate with your close friends at 520 all night!

For those with athletic flair, head to Lucky Strike Lanes! They don’t call it “the ultimate playground for adults” for nothing. In addition to a bowling, Lucky Strike features an arcade, billiards room, dance lounge and bar, making it a great choice for your New Year’s Eve venue. Lucky Strike’s New Year’s celebration will also include an appearance from UFC Octagon Girl and Brittney Palmer.

However you like to welcome in the New Year, downtown Bellevue has all the venues to make it happen. Here’s to 2012!

Bellevue’s restaurant scene; something to be thankful for

November 21, 2011

A  home cooked turkey dinner is a Thanksgiving staple; however the time and effort that goes into creating that holiday feast can be tiring. Why not skip the drama this season? Let the professionals take care of the cooking and cleaning this year as you sit back and experience the unparalleled elegance of  Thanksgiving dinner downtown Bellevue style!

Basil’s Kitchen
Visiting Bellevue for the holidays or have family who is? Why not have Thanksgiving dinner right at the hotel! The Hilton Bellevue’s own Basil’s Kitchen is hosting a Thanksgiving dinner of its own, and although you might not think to dine out for Thanksgiving at a hotel restaurant, Basil’s food is bar none. Basil’s Kitchen is a Mediterranean restaurant and its menu for Thanksgiving reflects that. Basil’s will be offering a slow roasted leg of lamb and chipotle roasted half chicken in addition to more traditional options like roasted turkey breast, roasted prime rib and pan seared salmon. Dessert will be buffet style with an assortment of holiday cakes, pies and cookies as well as chocolate fondue. *Prices range from $26.00 to $29.00 for adults and $12.95 for children under 12.

Daniel’s Broiler
Staying true to its roots, Daniel’s Broiler will be offering a prime rib and pork roast in addition to fresh Northwest salmon and an entrée of roast turkey for those that prefer to stick to the traditional. Dessert promises not to disappoint with delectable choices like vanilla bean crème brulee and chocolate raspberry charlotte in addition to the Thanksgiving staple of ice cream and pumpkin pie. As one of the Eastside’s premier steakhouses, Daniel’s Broiler is a great Thanksgiving choice for any family of foodies! *Prices are $50 for adults, $12 for children 6-10 and children 5 and under are free.

Maggiano’s
Looking to add a little Italian twist to your Thanksgiving celebration? Look no further than Maggiano’s. In true Maggiano’s style, the restaurant will be serving a special Thanksgiving menu that will include all of your Thanksgiving favorites with a unique Italian twist. The four course menu includes irresistible dishes like roast turkey with focaccia sausage stuffing, parmesan crusted tilapia, garlic mashed potatoes, four cheese ravioli and much more. Dessert will include such delicacies as a pumpkin praline cheesecake as well as a warm apple crostada. For a full menu drop by Maggiano’s in Lincoln Square and get ready to spice up Thanksgiving with the flavors of Italy! *Prices are $36.95 per person and $17.95 for children ages 5-12.

McCormick and Schmick’s
Although famous for fine seafood, McCormick and Schmick’s makes a mean turkey! This year Bellevue’s seafood staple will be serving a fixed three course menu of roast turkey, mashed potatoes, apple-butternut squash casserole, cranberry sauce and all of your Thanksgiving favorites. Desserts include your choice of pumpkin or apple pie, making McCormick and Schmick’s the place to go for die hard traditionalists to get their fill of the full Thanksgiving experience.*Prices are $23.95 for adults and $7.95 for children.

Palomino
Dining out for Thanksgiving can be fun experience, but Palomino understands that many families want to celebrate at home. For all of you who want to stay home for the holidays but avoid the mess of cooking a big meal, Palomino is offering its classic turkey dinner available for order. Now you can enjoy traditional favorites like slow roasted turkey, apple sausage stuffing and garlic herb mashed potatoes made by Palomino and enjoyed right in your own home. Orders are available for any group size and can be placed by calling (425) 455-7600. Customers are encouraged to order ASAP as Thanksgiving is rapidly approaching.

For those wishing to enjoy Palomino’s slow roasted turkey dinner in the restaurant, Palomino will be open from 12-8 p.m. on the 24th. Enjoy the Thanksgiving menu or choose from Palomino’s signature selection of starters, seafood, steaks and desserts. *Prices range from $27.00 for the turkey dinner ($7.00 for kids) to $38 for the prime rib dinner.

Pearl Bar and Dining
For the past three years Pearl Bar and Dining has been bringing gourmet Northwest cuisine to the Eastside, and now you can enjoy Pearl’s Northwest-inspired Thanksgiving feast in its chic, modern ambiance. This Thanksgiving Pearl will boast an extensive holiday menu that includes such favorites as sage roasted turkey, cedar-plank king salmon, herb roasted beef tenderloin, grilled boneless Berkshire pork chop and a host of delicious, seasonal sides. Desserts will include a traditional pumpkin pie, pecan pie, cranberry-vanilla bread pudding, valrhona chocolate sundae and Pearl’s signature butterscotch sundae. With its extensive array of menu options, Thanksgiving dinner at Pearl is truly something everyone in the family can enjoy! *Prices are $39.95 for adults and $12.95 for children 12 and under.

Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse
We all know Ruth’s Chris for their fine steaks, but this Thanksgiving the well-known steakhouse will be trading in its steak knives for a turkey baster as it hosts a traditional Thanksgiving dinner. You won’t be seeing steak on the menu—Ruth’s Chris will be serving a fixed three course meal of oven roasted turkey, sausage and herb stuffing, cranberry relish, and for dessert, pumpkin cheesecake and vanilla ice cream.

Those who are fans of fine steak fear not—Ruth’s Chris will also offer its regular menu items in addition to its Thanksgiving menu, allowing everyone to enjoy their favorites. *Prices are $34.95 for adults and $12 for children.

Trophy Cupcakes
Spending Thanksgiving at home but need some help in the dessert department? Let Trophy Cupcakes do the baking! Trophy’s seasonal Candied Yam with Toasted Marshmallow cupcake (pictured above) will surely impress your family and guests. This beloved, miniature cake boasts local, organic Garnet Yams, warm fall spices, and toasted pecans topped off with a generous swirl of fluffy, toasted marshmallow meringue frosting. At only $4 each, we think they’re the perfect finale to any Thanksgiving feast. To place your special order, call (206) 632-7020.

And don’t forget the 25th is Black Friday—time to burn off those Thanksgiving pounds by hitting the malls for all your holiday shopping! After a hectic day of bargain hunting you’ll surely deserve to sit back and relax at these restaurants.

The Melting Pot
The Melting Pot is offering a special Black Friday menu including hearty favorites like filet mignon and teriyaki marinated strip steak for those Thanksgiving dinners that left something to be desired. For diners wanting something lighter after their turkey day feast, The Melting Pot will also offer a vegetarian option of peanut marinated tofu, artichoke hearts and Portobello mushrooms in addition to three different salads.

Paddy Coyne’s Irish Pub
Paddy Coyne’s Irish Pub will be hosting “Man Camp”—an alternative to the traditional Black Friday shopping expedition! From 10:00 a.m.-2:00 a.m. Paddy Coyne’s will be featuring a host of Black Friday specials including a traditional Irish breakfast, spirits and liquor, and two-for-one entree deals.

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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