Bellevue’s dining landscape continues to flourish, offering residents and visitors an array of new establishments alongside cherished local favorites.
New Openings
Unique Green Tea
Located at 308 105th Avenue Northeast, Unique Green Tea introduces AI-powered beverage preparation to Bellevue. The café offers a diverse menu, including pure tea, milk tea, Uji matcha, fruit tea, tea espresso, and smoothies. A standout is the Fifteen Jasmine Flowers Green Tea, crafted using a traditional triple scenting method.
Salt & Straw
On April 24, Salt & Straw opened its doors at 10415 Northeast 4th Street. Known for unique flavors like Honey Lavender and Strawberry Honey Balsamic with Black Pepper, this artisan ice cream shop has quickly become a local favorite.
Upcoming Additions
Sabine Café
Set to open in early 2026 on the ground floor of The Eight, a 25-story office tower in Downtown Bellevue, Sabine Café will offer Mediterranean-inspired cuisine in an all-day café setting. This marks the first Eastside venture for Yes Parade Restaurant Group.
Nobu
In 2027, Bellevue will welcome Nobu Residences Bellevue and a 10,000-square-foot flagship restaurant. Co-founded by Robert De Niro and chef Nobu Matsuhisa, this will be Nobu’s first restaurant in the Pacific Northwest.
Food Truck Favorites
Taqueria Los Tetillas
Located at 13555 SE 36th St, Taqueria Los Tetillas is renowned for its flavorful Mexican dishes and friendly service. The menu includes vegetarian options like tofu-based chorizo, with popular items such as sopes, quesadillas, and breakfast burritos.
Los Chilangos Taco Truck
Serving authentic Mexican street food, Los Chilangos is known for tacos al pastor cooked on a spit with fresh pineapple. The menu also features huaraches, tortas, quesadillas, and burritos, with breakfast options available from 8 AM.
The Panini Truck
Offering a variety of gourmet paninis, The Panini Truck is a popular choice among Bellevue’s food truck scene. Their schedule includes regular appearances at local events and markets.
City-Sponsored Food Truck Locations
The City of Bellevue partners with the Washington State Food Truck Association to bring a variety of local food trucks to public spaces. As part of the Grand Connection Street Eats program, food trucks are stationed at:
- City Hall Plaza: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., on 110th Avenue Northeast.
- Compass Plaza: Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., on 106th Avenue Northeast.
These locations offer quick and delicious lunch options for the downtown community.
Bellevue’s dynamic food scene continues to evolve, providing a rich tapestry of culinary experiences for all to enjoy.