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Summer nights out at The Melting Pot

July 1, 2011

Summer nights out have returned to the downtown Bellevue Melting Pot. For just $35 per person, indulge in three courses plus a fresh from scratch infused martini. Bartenders will change featured martinis based upon the seasonal ingredients of the day.

The “Summer Night Out” menu is now available Sunday through Thursday anytime of day, and Friday and Saturday before 6:00 p.m.

First Course
Choose Any Cheese Fondue

Second Course
Choose Any Salad

Third Course
Choose Your Entrée:

The Tera Mar
NY Strip, breast of chicken & shrimp

The Summer Sizzler
Filet mignon, shrimp, teriyaki sirloin, breast of chicken & sesame ahi tuna

The Vegetarian
Edamame or onion rings, artichoke hearts, Portobello mushrooms, Thai peanut marinated tofu, asparagus, & ravioli

If you prefer a classic cheese fondue, we suggest ordering the Traditional Swiss Cheese Fondue. Or to try something edgier, go for the Fiesta Cheese Fondue with cheddar cheese, lager beer, jalapeño peppers and salsa made as spicy as you like! If you have room to top off this three course meal you won’t regret ordering one of The Melting Pot’s famous Chocolate Fondue Desserts.

Visit meltingpot.com/Bellevue for more information or call (425) 646-2744 for reservations.

Treat Mom in downtown Bellevue

May 4, 2011

Daniel’s Broiler
Show how much you love mom this Mother’s Day by treating her to one of downtown Bellevue’s finest steakhouses. Bring the whole family to enjoy the great menu at Daniel’s Broiler from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. If you’d rather flatter her with a Schwartz Brother’s Gift Card, you will receive a free $25 bonus gift certificate for every $100 purchased through June 13, 2011.

For details call (425) 455-3948, or visit schwartzbros.com.

McCormick & Schmick’s
McCormick & Schmick’s is making it a special Mother’s Day weekend! May 6–May 8 bring Mom in to enjoy a special Mother’s Day brunch menu, in addition to the regular menu. Also every Mom that dines at McCormick’s this weekend will receive a complimentary chocolate truffle trio! To make the experience even more special, guests have the opportunity to request custom menu messages and flowers to be hand-delivered to your table.

For more information or to book your reservations call (425) 454-2606, or visit mccormickandschmicks.com.

The Melting Pot
Make Mother’s Day a week she’ll remember! At The Melting Pot celebrate mom with a special four-course Mother’s Day menu available May 2–May 8. Let Mom dip into a creamy Garlic Herb and Cheddar Cheese Fondue, or try their bubbling Pesto and Marinara Cheese Fondue. For lighter options, choose from a classic Caesar Salad or the light and tangy Strawberry Kiss Salad. For entrees guests can choose from Lobster, New York Strip Steak, Zesty Shrimp, Garlic Chicken, Pork Tenderloin and Ravioli ($47 per person), or the Melting Pot’s Signature Filet Mignon, Teriyaki Sirloin, Zesty Shrimp, Garlic Chicken and Seasame Ahi Tuna ($39 per person). Top off the celebration by indulging in any of The Melting Pot’s chocolate fondues or choose their Mother’s Day Special—the Dark Chocolate Dream made with fresh raspberry puree. In addition to the regular menus, kids 12 and under can design their own meal with the choice of chicken, steak, shrimp or ravioli for just $10.

The Melting Pot is also offering a way for the little ones to show mom how much they care! May 2–8, kids are invited to write an essay detailing why their mom is the best mom in the world! One winner will be chosen at each Melting Pot location. Winners will receive a free chocolate fondue dessert for themselves and six of their friends!

For more information or to make reservations call (425) 646-2744, or visit meltingpot.com.

Pearl Bar & Dining
On Sunday, May 8 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., bring mom into Bradley & Mikel’s Pearl Bar & Dining to enjoy a special Mother’s Day brunch. The menu will include all of your Pearl favorites including a Smoked Salmon Scramble, Classic Eggs Benedict and their famous Dungeness Crab Omelet. If you can’t make it to their morning brunch, treat mom to Pearl’s dinner menu available from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.

For reservations call (425) 455-0181, or visit pearlbellevue.com.

Pogacha
Looking for a unique spot to bring mom this Mother’s Day? Try Pogacha where Northwest cuisine meets Italian and Adriatic style cooking! This Sunday, May 8, join Pogacha for their Mother’s Day brunch from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. This delicious three-course brunch includes a first course of a cup of their fresh Tomato and Basil soup. The second course is a buffet of all your classic brunch favorites, such as scrambled eggs, freshly baked muffins, fresh fruit Caesar Salad, as well as some Pogacha twists like Pogacha Potatoes O’Brien and Chicken Dijon Pasta. For the third course, select your made-to-order accompaniment from Grilled Mediterranean Chicken Breast, Sauteed Prawns or Grilled Ham. This brunch also includes coffee.

If you can’t make it to brunch, Pogacha is offering a Mother’s Day Dinner as well! Served from 5 p.m. – 8:30 p.m., this dinner menu includes some tasty specials in addition to their regular menu.

Cost is $20.95 for adults, &17.95 for seniors, $5.95 for children ages 5–11 and free for children 5 and under.

Make your reservations today by calling (425) 455-5670, or visit pogacha.com.

Purple Café and Wine Bar, LOT No. 3 and Barrio
Make Mother’s Day special by bringing her to one of three Heavy Restaurant Group restaurants, right here in downtown Bellevue. She’ll enjoy classic Northwest Cuisine at Purple, a modern twist on home-style favorites at LOT No. 3 and authentic southwest food at Barrio.

For reservations at Purple visit thepurplecafe.com. For reservations at LOT No. 3 visit lotno3.com. For reservations at Barrio visit barriorestaurant.com.

The Spot off Main
The Spot off Main is not only your friendly neighborhood gathering place, but a great place to bring mom this Mother’s Day! On Sunday, May 8, all premium wines will be on special for $7. Take mom out to enjoy a glass and kick back in a comfortable, laid-back atmosphere.

For more information on upcoming events in May at The Spot visit thespotoffmain.com, or check out their Facebook page.

Trophy Cupcakes
Show your Mom how sweet she is by bringing home a box of Trophy Cupcakes’ Margarita Cupcakes! This flavor includes Fresh Lime cake topped with Tequila Lime Buttercream. Perfect for Mother’s Day or in celebration of Cinco de Mayo. The Margarita Cupcake will be available all month long!

For more information, visit trophycupcakes.com.

Seattle Restaurant Week is back!

April 4, 2011

It’s time to spring into the new season by dining out and experiencing all the culinary delights our region has to offer. Seattle Restaurant Week is back! April 10–21 (excluding Friday, Saturday and brunch on Sunday) nearly 150 restaurants will highlight their best cuisines at bargain prices for guests. This year Bellevue will be represented by eight participating restaurants right in the heart of downtown.

Barrio, LOT No. 3, McCormick & Schmick’s, Monsoon East, Purple Cafe and Wine Bar, The Melting Pot, Seastar Restaurant and Raw Bar and Wild Ginger will offer gourmet three-course, prix-fixe menus at a price of $15 for Lunch and $28 for Dinner, excluding beverages, tax and gratuity.

Seattle Restaurant Week is organized by the Seattle Restaurant Cooperative and The Seattle Times. For a closer look at menus offered by each of the participating restaurants, visit the Seattle Restaurant Week website.

Downtown serves up sweets and treats

February 24, 2011

We think February is a pretty sweet month! So in honor of our sweet-toothed fans we’ve rounded up the best spots in Downtown Bellevue to get any sugar fix filled. Whether it’s a special occasion or an act of spontaneity to treat yourself, here are our local favorites that will have you coming back for more.

Cupcake Royale
Cupcake Royale is a new resident to Downtown Bellevue but has the accolades to prove they’re here to make a lasting impression. Sugar fanatics unite and head to a place that has been voted as having the best cupcakes around! Cupcake Royale is known for their “cupcakes with a conscience”– in other words, these confections are made with ingredients that are organic and locally grown. Not to mention their donations top more than 25,000 cupcakes per year to non-profits around Puget Sound. Try the cupcake of the month (which happens to be the “Red Hot,” consisting of chocolate cake with peppery-cinnamon Theo Ghost Chile frosting on top), or try one of their numerous other daily specials.

The Melting Pot
Any fondue fan will tell you The Melting Pot is the ideal spot to satisfy your sweet and savory cravings. The Melting Pot offers a completely different fondue experience where you can dip into something other than the ordinary. For dessert enjoy dippers like fresh strawberries, cheesecake bites and brownies dunked into one of ten different chocolate sauce combinations. With a relaxing atmosphere, private tables, fine wines and attentive service, The Melting Pot is a place you can celebrate your love for sweets all year round!

Oh! Chocolate
Chocolate isn’t just good when its made with premium ingredients, but also when there’s a touch of family history poured into each bite. For three generations since the establishment of Oh! Chocolate, the Kautheium family has been following the traditions of French chocolatiers by carefully creating each delectable sweet by hand. To complete the Oh! Chocolate experience, each box comes beautifully wrapped, making them the perfect gift to friends, family, clients or yourself! For a complete list of flavors, gift ideas and wedding favor order forms, please visit their website.

Top Pot Doughnuts
When you walk through the door of Top Pot its only a matter of time before the sweet and intoxicating smell of doughnuts makes its way to you. In the display windows lie an array of handcrafted confectionaries, each with its own unique decoration and flavor. From “Feather Boa” to “Spiced Chai” to “Bavarian Crème Bismark” doughnuts, you’re bound to find something to satisfy your craving. Once you have your doughnut(s) in hand, don’t forget to also grab a cup of Top Pot’s specialty brewed coffee. Make your way over to Top Pot Doughnuts today—where fresh doughnuts and coffee awaits!

Trophy Cupcakes and Party
The cupcakes you’ll find sitting delicately on display in Trophy Cupcakes are definitely not the same ordinary cupcakes you make at home from a box. Trophy Cupcakes takes pride in the fact that their delicious treats are handmade and decorated each day, making the shop one of the premier dessert destinations in the area. Trophy has also won the Bellevue Downtown Association’s 2010 Haute Picks award for “Best Sweet Tooth Fix.” Choose from everyday favorites like the Triple Chocolate, Vanilla Chocolate and Red Velvet, or weekday specials like the Hummingbird, Tiger Tail and Chocolate Graham Cracker. Have you picked your favorite flavor yet? Head to Trophy Cupcakes at The Bravern and take home a box today!

Romance your Valentine in Downtown Bellevue

February 7, 2011

Are you tired of the same gift of chocolates and flowers every year? Valentine’s Day is an excuse to really show how much that special person in your life means to you, or to go out and celebrate singles-style with a group of friends at any of our local hotspots. Just like every other holiday, Downtown Bellevue has you covered this Valentine’s Day on all your romantic needs. So why not try out some of the special offerings at the restaurants listed below to mix it up and treat that sweetie of yours to something special!

520 Bar and Grill
This year at 520 Bar and Grill, the whole month of February will be designated romance month, with decorations and menu items to compliment this theme. Just like any other friendly neighborhood restaurant, 520 Bar and Grill is a place to relax and feel comfortable, not stuffy. Valentine’s Day should go hand in hand with this ideal and be fun rather than a holiday to dread. So bring your Valentine or be 520’s Valentine! For reservations call (425) 450-0520.

Barrio, LOT No. 3 and Purple Café and Wine Bar
Set the mood this Valentine’s Day with any one of Heavy Restaurant Group’s fabulous eateries. Barrio, LOT No. 3 and Purple Café and Wine Bar are suiting up to offer guests some great Valentine’s Day specials in addition to their regular menu. Each restaurant will feature a 3-course prix fixe menu for two, priced at $60 at Barrio and LOT No. 3 and $75 for Purple Café. Check out each restaurants menu:

Barrio Valentine’s Day Menu
LOT No. 3 Valentine’s Day Menu
Purple Café and Wine Bar Valentine’s Day Menu

The Valentine’s Day menus will consist of your choice of starter, entree and dessert to share. In addition, guests will have an optional $20 wine or cocktail pairing. For reservations at Barrio call (425) 502-5021. For reservations at LOT No. 3 call (425) 440-0025. For reservations at Purple call (425) 502-6292.

boom noodle
If you and your date are looking for a fun way to celebrate the love on Valentine’s Day, come to Boom Noodle! Between February 11–14, Boom Noodle is the place where you can EAT, DRINK, and BOOM! The “EAT” portion includes Vietnamese Caramelized Short Ribs and Honey Peanut Prawns, with sides of Miso broiled rice cakes, spicy green beans and Kim Chee; for the “DRINK”, you’ll receive a deliciously sweet White Peach Bellini; and “BOOM!”– You and your Valentine are set for a relaxed evening full of tasty Asian-inspired dishes and a funky, fun atmosphere! For more information, please visit their website or call (425) 453-6094.

Grand Cru Mixologie Lounge
Enjoy an early dinner or late night with choice of two dinner options of either $39.95 or $49.95 per person including a glass of Champagne or Wine, Single cheese platter, Arugula Salad or Caesar, an entree choice from our dinner menu, and a dessert consisting of Chocolate Molten Cake, Lemon Tart or Cheesecake. For reservations call (425) 455-4278.

John Howie Steak
John Howie Steak is offering a sweetheart of a Valentine’s Day dinner on Monday, February 14.  The dinner is comprised of a 3-course meal served in the intimate Piano Lounge, where live music will be played for guests to enjoy throughout the evening. The menu includes a choice of soup or salad, five delicious entrees, and three decadent deserts, all for $55 per person (exclusive of tax and gratuity). Make your reservations today by calling (425) 440-0880.

McCormick and Schmick’s
At McCormick and Schmick’s they’re pulling out all the stops to make this a Valentine’s Day to remember! Guests who make a reservation between February 11 – 14, will have the opportunity to also request roses to be set at the table upon arrival for a $10 charge. In addition, you also have the option of personalizing a card to be set at the table prior to arrival, free of charge. Diners on February 14 will have a champagne or sparkling cider toast included in their meal as well. For reservations call (425) 454-2606.

The Melting Pot
The Melting Pot is the place to be this holiday of love, whether you’re looking for someplace to enjoy with that special someone or you’re looking for the perfect singles hangout spot. In addition to the regular menu, check out their fabulous Valentine’s Day Celebration Menu. By ordering from this Valentine’s Day menu, guests will receive a complimentary champagne toast, chocolates and flowers. The cost for this four-course love extravaganza is $75 per person. For reservations call (425) 646-2744.

That’s not all! To liven up their extensive list of creative drinks, the Melting Pot is adding a few delicious “love potions” to sip on, including a Love Martini (Malibu Rum, Peach Schnapps, Cranberry juice and fresh strawberries), Passionate Kiss (SKYY Infusions Passion Fruit vodka, orange, lemon, basil and Cantine Maschio Prosecco Brut) and French Kiss Martini (Grey Goose vodka, Chambord, pineapple juice, and a float of Prosecco).

The Melting Pot is also showing the love by offering guests the chance to win “A Valentine Love Triangle” for Saturday, February 12. The package includes a romantic dinner for two at the Melting Pot, two tickets to the 5th Avenue Theatre show “My Funny Valentine” and a “Lover’s Overnight Stay” in a townhouse city side room at the Inn at the Market in Downtown Seattle. For your chance to win this incredible evening for two, fill out a Club Fondue form at any Melting Pot location before Monday, February 7, when the Grand Prize winner will be drawn.

Monsoon East
Monsoon East is a fantastic location right in the heart of old Bellevue for you and your sweetie to share a memorable evening together. This February 14, they will be offering an incredible Valentine’s Day tasting menu for couples to enjoy, in addition to their regular menu. The tasting menu will include 6 courses made up of a variety of Monsoon specialties, such as kusshi oysters, Butternut squash soup and Dungeness crab cake with asian pear slaw. The cost is $95 per couple, plus tax and gratuity. Please call (425) 365-1112 for reservations. For a closer look at their menu, visit monsoonrestaurants.com/east.

Pearl Bar & Dining
Bradley and Mikel’s Pearl Bar & Dining is known to some as “the sexiest spot on the Eastside”—and for good reason! Whether the night calls for dinner, drinks, late night dining or a decadent dessert, Pearl has romantic tables in the dining room and a sexy bar scene to complete any Valentine’s date. This February 14, try the steak, lobster and chocolate terrine special—perfect for enjoying with your sweetheart! For reservations call (425) 455-0181.

Ruth’s Chris Steak House
For a limited time only Ruth’s Chris will be offering a succulent Filet and Lobster dinner including a 6 oz. Filet Mignon paired with a Caribbean Lobster tail. This delicious meal is priced at only $44.95 and is perfect for a Valentine’s Day dinner or your next night out! . For reservations call (425) 451-1550.

Tap House Grill
Spend Valentine’s Day at the Tap House Grill featuring  The Velvet Rouge cocktail – a beautiful combination of champagne, Framboise and Raspberry Liqueur, served with a chilled Grand Marnier soaked raspberry. For reservations call (425) 467-1730.

The Parlor Collection
For the singles crowd, its a big night at Parlor on Thursday, February 10 in celebration of Valentine’s Day! Come by between 7 p.m.  - 10 p.m. for the Valentine’s Singles Mingle, the ultimate singles party. The night will include an exciting game of speed dating, mingling and meeting new people, the chance to win great prizes and much more to look forward to! For more information on the Valentine’s Single Mingle or to request a spot on the VIP list, visit parlorlive.com.

Twisted Cork
Twisted Cork, located inside the Bellevue Hyatt Regency, is known for their distinct classic dishes and cocktails with a twist. This Valentine’s Day, they’re offering some tasty new drinks to try and a menu of delicious plates that you and your loved one won’t want to miss. The “Twisted Love” cocktail is a perfect end to your day—or beginning to your night—for you and your sweetheart. The cocktail includes Vanilla Vodka, Chambord, Cranberry juice and is topped off with Sparkling White Wine, for only $5. Twisted Cork will offer the specialty cocktail along with its Valentine’s Day menu February 11–14.  For reservations call (425) 462-1234.

Z’Tejas
Come to Z’Tejas this Valentine’s Day Weekend to spice things up Southwestern-style! From February 11 – 14, Z’Tejas is offering a Sweetheart Dinner menu for you and your Valentine to savor. Its starts with Tempura-battered Avacado with Lobster Melange for an appetizer, then progresses to four entree options straight from the grill that are equally mouth-watering. For dessert, you’ll finish off with Mission Fig Beignets served with warm raspberry sauce, cinnamon ice cream and fresh berries. Don’t forget to order some special Valentine’s cocktails either! The “PAMA ‘Rita” is a tasteful mix of PAMA Pomegranate Liqueur floated in their award-winning 6th St. Margarita, topped with some fun Valentine’s candy. Or try their “Love on the Rocks” with Prairie Organic Vodka, PAMA Pomegranate Liqueur, cranberry juice, agave nectar, fresh lime juice and club soda– served on the rocks, of course.

 
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