New Restaurants in Bellevue

Bellevue is known for its expanding roster of tech companies, but it’s the growing list of delicious new eateries that are bringing excitement to Bellevue. With each new tower added to the skyline, a new café or restaurant is added to Bellevue’s culinary scene. It can be difficult to keep up with the blossoming business landscape of Bellevue, but we’ve scouted out some of the best new places to eat in Bellevue, so you won’t miss out on any tasty new treats in Bellevue.

NEW RESTAURANTS & BREWERIES IN BELLEVUE

Bellevue is fortunate to be within 10 miles of over 100 breweries and is home to some award-winning cocktail lounges and over 400 restaurants. Here are all the new culinary experiences that have just landed in Bellevue. 

Legion Sports Bar

Address: 700 Bellevue Way NE Suite 50, Bellevue, WA 98004

Legion Sports Bar is a new upscale sports bar opened by the Seahawks' Legion of Boom members Kam Chancellor and Richard Sherman, with local restauranteur Leilani Wong. Serving elevated soul food, Legion pays homage to the monumental starter team that led the Seahawks to its Super Bowl win in 2014. Enjoy menu items like the creole blackened catfish and the jerk chicken sandwich alongside craft cocktails. Bring your dancing shoes because there's a dance floor and live music on Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday Nights. 

Daeho Kalbijjim

Address: 3703 150th Ave SE, Bellevue, WA 98006

Daeho Kalbijjim is located by Eastgate in Bellevue, serving up traditional Korean fare with fantastic presentation. Get the kalbijjim, a celebratory dish in Korea, to share. The large portion of sizzling short rib stew is served in a hot dolsot bowl along with potatoes, radishes, onions and rice cakes. It's topped with cheese that is melted tableside with a culinary blowtorch along with a selection of banchan dishes that fill the table. There's also a great selection of homestyle Korean comfort soups and broths, along with appetizers such as beef tartare. 

Cantina Monarca- Mexican Cuisine

Address: 504 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue, WA 98004

Quite possibly one of the most beautiful restaurants in Bellevue, Cantina Monarca is worth all the hype. This highly anticipated venue serves elevated modern Mexican cuisine and features a unique tequila lounge. Brought to us by hospitality entrepreneur Bernie Garcia (Moctezuma’s Restaurants & Grandeza Spirits), the cantina will serve specialty tequila & mezcal cocktails that can be paired with shared plates or entrees such as handmade tortilla tacos, wagyu skirt steak carne asada, fresh halibut ceviche and vegan dishes among other options prepared with the freshest local ingredients. The new Mexican restaurant will be an excellent addition to Lincoln Square and is scheduled to open this fall.

Farzi Café- Indian Cuisine 

Address: 515 Bellevue Square, Bellevue, WA 98004

Bellevue's food scene just got a whole lot more exciting with the addition of Farzi Cafe, a world-renowned restaurant that has finally made its way to the Bellevue Collection. Combining traditional and modern Indian cuisine, Farzi Cafe's menu is a gastronomic adventure. You'll find familiar dishes like butter chicken and lamb rogan josh, but with a creative twist that will leave your taste buds dancing. Don't miss the molecular chaat, a signature dish that adds a playful twist to the classic Indian street food. The restaurant's chic, contemporary design creates a lively atmosphere, making it the perfect spot for a night out with friends or a special occasion. Don't miss your chance to experience the culinary magic of Farzi Cafe in Bellevue!

Browne Family Vineyards- Wine Tasting

Address: 10245 Main St, Bellevue, WA 98004

Located in downtown Bellevue, the Browne Family Vineyards Tasting Room is the perfect spot for wine lovers to experience premium wines from the famed vineyard. Their award-winning wines are carefully crafted with grapes sourced from the best vineyards in the region. The tasting room offers a cozy and intimate ambiance, with soft lighting and comfortable seating. Visitors can choose from a variety of tasting flights to explore different wines or indulge in a bottle of their favorite vintage. The friendly and knowledgeable staff is always on hand to guide visitors through the wine selection process and provide information about the winemaking techniques used. With its stylish decor and top-quality wines, the Browne Family Vineyards Tasting Room is a must-visit for wine enthusiasts in Bellevue. Be sure to pick up a bottle of their special Bellevue wine!

Lao Ma Tou Bellevue- Hot Pot

Address: 288 106th Ave NE Suite 200, Bellevue, WA 98004

Bellevue is getting a new hot pot restaurant with the opening of Lao Ma Tou at the Soma Towers apartment complex on February 14th. This traditional Chinese cooking method involves a simmering pot of soup stock on a heat source on the dining table, with an array of ingredients to choose from. Lao Ma Tou's menu features unique offerings such as handmade shrimp balls, Ma Tou beef tripe, crispy fried pork, and brown sugar rice cake. With over 100 locations in China, Lao Ma Tou is sure to be a popular addition to Bellevue's dining scene. Be sure to stop by Lao Ma Tou for a delicious and interactive hot pot experience.

Woobling- Korean BBQ

Address: 989 112th Ave NE #205, Bellevue, WA 98004

Bellevue's international foodie culture has a new addition to its roster with Woobling, a brand-new Korean BBQ joint situated in the heart of the city. The restaurant offers a unique dining experience, with diners getting the chance to cook their own meats right at their table using the built-in grills. The menu features a range of meats, from succulent cuts of beef to mouthwatering pork belly, all marinated in traditional Korean spices and flavors. And if meat isn't your thing, Woobling also offers a variety of vegetarian and seafood options, including kimchi fried rice and spicy seafood stew. The restaurant's modern and stylish design, complete with sleek wood finishes and cozy booths, makes for a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere. Whether you're looking for a fun night out with friends or a unique dining experience with your family, Woobling is definitely worth a visit.

InterContinental Hotel Bellevue- Luxury Hotel

Address: 814 102nd Ave NE, Bellevue, WA 98004

The Intercontinental Bellevue at the Avenue is Bellevue's newest upscale hotel that offers a luxurious and sophisticated stay. The hotel features 208 rooms, a full-service spa and fitness center, and over 12,000 square feet of meeting space. The hotel will also be home to a first in the Pacific Northwest, with the addition of three-Michelin Star Chef Joshua Skenes with his new concept restaurant. The hotel is set to open in 2024 and is a collaboration between IHG Hotels & Resorts, Fortress Development Group LLC, and Benchmark Hospitality.

New Cafés and Bakeries in Bellevue

Bellevue has some longstanding exceptional cafés, and recently, a few more businesses have been added, including expanded locations of local favorites.

Coffeeholic House- Vietnamese Coffee

Address: TBD

The Coffeeholic House is a local fan favorite, previously voted as the Favorite Seattle coffee shop my SeattleMet and is making a new home in Old Bellevue. The new coffee shop is bringing a fresh and exciting approach to the coffee scene in Bellevue by making the Vietnamese Organic Robusta beans the star of the show. The founders of Coffeeholic House are passionate about coffee and the environment, and their mission is to create a new coffee trend in Seattle that is both delicious and eco-friendly.

The shop serves a variety of unique coffee drinks, including the Coffeeholic Dream, Coconut coffee, Bac Siu, White-hazel latte, and authentic Vietnamese coffee. The coffee is brewed using organic Robusta beans from Vietnam and the traditional phin-drip method, resulting in a flavor profile that is nutty, rich, and caramelly, with a thick body and low acidity.

Matcha Magic

Address: 10246 Main St A, Bellevue, WA 98004

The newly painted pink building stands out in Old Bellevue on Main Street like a fresh oasis. Waiting inside are innovative drinks that showcase the supercharged green powder, matcha. Matcha Magic has rapidly gained popularity for its yummy drinks, but also for the seamless way the drinks are infused with healthy additives like superfoods and adaptogens. Matcha Magic is an awesome new addition to Bellevue because it satisfies the need for new and refreshing drinks that also offer added health benefits.