In Bellevue, Thanksgiving brings together a mix of traditional festivities and contemporary experiences, all set against a backdrop of vibrant autumn scenery. This year, the holiday falls on Thursday, November 27, 2025 and the long, festive weekend is filled with hues of orange, smells of pie, roasts of all kinds, and a whole lot of holiday cheer as Snowflake Lane kicks off November 28! Swap the turkey-thermometer marathon for a table in Bellevue's kitchen. Here's your guide to the season of thanks!
Where to eat on Thanksgiving Day
Bellevue's restaurants are always ready to dazzle for your Thanksgiving Day dining needs. Here's where to gather around the table for a day of giving thanks:
Thanksgiving Meals with Pacific Northwest Views
Ascend Prime Steak & Seafood, equipped with panoramic views from the 31st floor, will welcome diners with their award-winning Carts & Carousels Thanksgiving Brunch on Thursday, November 27. Come hungry, because this progressive dining experience will take you for a ride, as rotating carts filled with sophisticated bites of sashimi, wagyu, and deviled eggs make their way around the room. Reservations highly encouraged and are available online here.
Daniel's Broiler in Bellevue is armed with a 21st floor view with classic steakhouse vibes. They're offering a four-course Thanksgiving Dinner on November 27, featuring premium choices like roast turkey, prime rib, maple pork roast, or king salmon. You'll have the option of upgrading your meal to a filet mignon or cuts of wagyu. Reservations highly encouraged and are available on Open Table.
A Classic Thanksgiving Dinner
For a classic Thanksgiving meal or buffet, Bellevue has several options to choose from, from farmhouse chic to casual buffet.
- The Lakehouse is a stunning restaurant that gives a modern farmhouse meets Pacific Northwest comfort kind of aesthetic. Pair that with their family-style Thanksgiving Dinner experience and it feels like you've been invited to someone's thoughtfully curated holiday table. Reservations are available on Tock, and highly encouraged.
- Eques at Hyatt Regency Bellevue is hosting a Thanksgiving brunch with a bounty of delights.
- Bellevue's STK is putting on a full Thanksgiving feast on Thanksgiving Day, complete with all the fixings.
- 13 Coins is doing a special prix fixe menu for Thanksgiving, with an optional drink pairing.
- Amuse Bar & Restaurant is cooking up a classic Thanksgiving feast with carved herb roasted turkey, herb crusted striploin, oven roasted steelhead fish with Bourbon pecan butter, baked mac & Beecher's cheese, and more in their holiday buffet.
- Cypress Lounge & Wine Bar is serving an elegant three-course meal with sweet potato bisque, followed by a sage rubbed turkey made with green bean casserole and crispy onions, savory brioche stuffing, whipped potatoes, turkey giblet gravy and fresh cranberry sauces, and finished with a Pumpkin or Apple Pie. Reservations are available on OpenTable.
Gather Around These Delicious Bellevue Meals
Bellevue is home to a widely diverse dining scene, so here are some non-traditional options for your Thanksgiving day with loved ones!
- Bellevue's Novilhos Brazilian Steakhouse offers a wide selection of meats cooked on a wood-fired charcoal grill, and they're putting special roasted Turkey on the menu for Thanksgiving - carved and served the Novilhos way.
- Treat yourself to a serious slab of steak at John Howie Steak, one of Bellevue's premiere steakhouses, for a fine dining type of Thanksgiving. Steak connoisseurs, tap in. The full menu is available, and there's everything from chateaubriand to wagyu on it. Reservations are generally strongly encouraged year round.
- Baron's Xi'an Restaurant & Bar in The Bellevue Collection and Jiang Nan in The Shops at The Bravern both serve a delicious Peking Duck.
- There are also over 11 hot pot restaurants in Bellevue to try, including The Dolar Shop, Hai Di Lao, or Lao Ma Tou.
- Din Tai Fung offers savory, broth filled dumplings, yummy noodles, and a chocolate Xiao Long Bao dessert.
- Peony Kitchen offers a show-stopping tea smoked chicken dish.
Explore Bellevue's culinary tourism scene, including episodes of Bellevue Eats with Shota Nakajima, food vlogs, and other dining inspiration.
Where to get Thanksgiving Pie in Bellevue
Belle Pastry on Bellevue's Main Street has a whole suite of Thanksgiving specials. You can get tiny pumpkin tarts or a full sized one to share, or perhaps some tartlets, a pecan tart, or even a pumpkin chocolate mousse cake. Farine Bakery and Cafe has got full-sized pumpkin and apple pecan tarts on their Thanksgiving menu, as well as their luxurious Basque cheesecake - which is great for any day of the year.
To give thanks to other types of sweets on this gluttonous day, consider the Carrot Cake Mille Crepe and the Pumpkin Nuage from Lady M Bellevue, or perhaps a fine selection of seasonal macarons with flavors like pear frangipane and orange cardamom bun from Lady Yum - both in The Bellevue Collection. Check out the new pink building on Main Street and step into Bellevue's Voodoo Donuts to pick up donuts in the flavors of: candy apple, apple orchard, apple fritter, bacon maple, churro cheesecake, and cinnamon sugar cake.
Top Things To Do During Your Thanksgiving Getaway
Celebrate Thanksgiving in Bellevue with festive activities that kick off the holiday season in style. From ice skating at the beautiful Bellevue Downtown Park to enjoying the nightly Snowflake Lane parade, Bellevue offers family-friendly events that create magical holiday memories.
Ice Skating At Bellevue Downtown Ice Rink
Kick off the holiday season by ice skating at the Ice Rink in Downtown Bellevue Park. It's a family-friendly activity and tickets include skate rentals. Rink hours vary depending on day and holiday, and it's open from 10 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day through Saturday.
See Snowflake Lane
One of Bellevue’s most beloved holiday traditions, Snowflake Lane begins the day after Thanksgiving. This nightly parade along Bellevue Way features dazzling lights, festive music, and a light snowfall to set the perfect holiday mood.
Black Friday/Holiday Shopping
The day after Thanksgiving is reserved for in person shopping, and Bellevue's got plenty of it. Explore the Advent Calendars and Black Friday deals at any one of our shopping centers. In downtown, check out the massive The Bellevue Collection with over 200 shops, high end luxury at The Shops at The Bravern, the shops on Old Main Street, The Avenue, Crossroads Bellevue, and The Marketplace at Factoria.
Garden D'Lights
Garden D'Lights transforms the Bellevue Botanical Garden into a winter wonderland, showcasing vibrant light displays inspired by plants and creatures from the Pacific Northwest. Thousands of twinkling lights illuminate intricate flower sculptures, wildlife figures, and whimsical scenes along the garden paths. They're all handcrafted into accurate representations of wildlife and nature by volunteers. Purchasing tickets online ahead of time can also save you from potential wait times at the entrance.
Holiday Workshops: Cookies, Gingerbread Shops, & More
There are so many crafty ways to get into the holiday spirit in Bellevue during Thanksgiving Weekend! From making gingerbread houses with KidsQuest Children's Museum to Thanksgiving Centerpieces and makers markets, check out all the holiday workshops and arts & crafts events in Bellevue.
Where To Relax: Unwind And Recharge This Thanksgiving In Bellevue
Escape the holiday bustle with a soothing experience at Yuan Spa, where you can indulge in a hydrotherapy circuit, rejuvenating massages, and traditional wellness treatments. This urban oasis is perfect for relaxing body and mind. Recoop Spa offers a range of luxurious treatments, from facials to deep tissue massages, all in a serene setting. Truce Spa located in the Westin Bellevue offers a fantastic array of services.f It’s a perfect retreat if you're looking to unwind before or after a Thanksgiving feast. If you want something on the wilder side, consider the social hot sauna experience at Von Sauna, where you are encouraged to take a cold plunge in Lake Washington.
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