Joining the ranks of some spectacular steakhouses in Bellevue, John Howie Steak impresses with a superb selection that goes beyond what many places have on offer. The restaurant has a highly evolved approach to steak with the selection offered in terms of age and place of origin. From the popular USDA Prime Beef to Australian and Japanese Wagyu, steak connoisseurs will not be disappointed at the selection. The entire menu offers delicious selections with appetizers like crab cakes and charcuterie to fire up your appetite. Wine gets the attention it deserves with a global wine list including a number of rare varieties on offer. Service is extremely professional with the staff going to great lengths to make you comfortable whether you're going for intimate dinners or with a large group.
A classy and elegant venue, this bistro is a favorite of many locals. It serves a healthy brunch comprising of french toasts, crepes and sandwiches, salads and ample gluten-free options. The bar has a popular happy hour menu that one can avail. Dine outdoors in the summer months in the cool patio. A few recommended dishes from the menu include Giant Caper Linguini, Tangy Pepper Seitan and Red Lentil Ravioli. It provides sharing platters too which can be enjoyed by groups. Plum Bistro is a good choice if one is looking for a peaceful meal with plenty of options to choose from.
Feel as if you were transported to a neighborhood bar in Spain as you enter Ocho. The menu has traditional Spanish dishes and tapas plates cooked to perfection with authentic ingredients. While here, one can never go wrong with staples like patatas bravas, tortilla espanola and ensalada. You can wash these down with the innovative, premium cocktails on offer.
A bar with plenty of loud background music and a hip crowd, the burgers served here are the true highlight. Delicious might be an understatement for the menu which features mouth-watering options like the deluxe cheese burger, tavern burger, pork tenderloin, steak sandwich and more. The drinks are chilled and together the combination of liquor and food make for a great time. The venue leans towards the dive bar label with dim lighting and a loud crowd, though this very fact adds to the appeal of the place.
Bottlehouse is a chic, trendy wine bar with an assortment of diverse wines and tapas. If you are here for the first time, you could opt for the amazing wine and cheese flight or you could ask the bartender for recommendations. You also have the option to order wines on tap, by the bottle or the glass and a rotating menu of specials. The staff members are really passionate about their work and it’s easy to see this in the way they take care of the patrons in the restaurant. The upbeat atmosphere and the helpful, enthusiastic staff also make this wine bar a great place to host a private event or celebrate a special occasion.
A chic restaurant, Rock Creek is set up in a contemporary space, keeping in mind the modern customers taste. Brightly-lit, the restaurant has a huge space, both indoors and outdoors. Located in Freemont, this trendy little place has become quite famous among the locals and foodies of Seattle. Bacon & oyster benedict, dungeness crab chili relleno and ham & white cheddar scramble are some of the stand-outs on their refreshing menu. A decent list of wines, cocktails and other beverages are available to complement the order of your choice. Private events like parties, corporate dinners and luncheons can also be held at Rock Creek. Call ahead for details.