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Top Restaurants in Bellevue

Explore curated restaurants across global travel destinations on Destinations.ai. This directory index focuses on Dining establishments covering local culinary specialties, chef-driven kitchens, and everyday eateries. Each profile delivers verified operational information, address coordinates, expected price levels, and practical visitor tips to help travelers navigate the area efficiently. Whether you are building a full-day neighborhood itinerary or looking for a trusted local spot near your hotel, our guides filter out unverified listings so you can plan with reliable, fact-checked details.

7 Listed places

4.5 average across 7 rated listings

$$$ upscale à la carte dining; four-hour validated self-parking complimentary; dinner valet $12 – $$$ upper-midrange seafood dining; consult the official menu for current dish and drink prices

#1 4.4 (512) Restaurants

Cantinetta Bellevue

Famous for: Tuscan-inspired cooking, handmade pasta, and seasonal Northwest ingredients in an intimate Old Bellevue dining room.

Plan dinner at Cantinetta Bellevue on Main Street: handmade pasta, Tuscan cooking, reservation tips, and walks to Downtown Park and Meydenbauer Bay.

Pasta enthusiasts Date-night couples Small celebration groups

#2 4.5 (1,096) Restaurants

Carmine’s

Famous for: Classic Italian dining beside Bellevue Downtown Park, with venison ravioli, an extensive wine list, and polished service.

Plan a meal at Carmine's in Old Bellevue: classic Italian cooking, an extensive wine list, park-side dining, and four-hour validated garage parking.

Date-night couples Italian food enthusiasts Special-occasion diners

#3 4.5 (1,695) American restaurant

Duke’s Seafood Bellevue

Famous for: Northwest seafood, gluten-free clam chowder, raw oysters, and cocktails in downtown Bellevue’s Lincoln Square South.

Visit Duke’s Seafood Bellevue for clam chowder, oysters, and wild salmon at Lincoln Square South, with transit tips and nearby Downtown Park…

Seafood enthusiasts Date-night couples Downtown shoppers

#4 4.5 (2,929) New American restaurant

JOEY Bellevue

Famous for: Globally inspired dining, signature pressed salmon sushi, and a polished lounge in downtown Bellevue’s Bellevue Place.

Explore JOEY Bellevue at Bellevue Place for globally inspired dishes, cocktails, patio seating, underground parking, and convenient downtown dining.

Date-night couples Shopping-day diners Business lunch groups

#5 4.4 (1,464) Caterer

Mediterranean Kitchen

Famous for: Generous Lebanese-style shawarma, kebabs, and garlic-rich chicken dishes in a casual downtown Bellevue setting.

Plan a meal at Mediterranean Kitchen in downtown Bellevue, known for generous shawarma, kebabs, and garlic-rich chicken near Downtown Park and Main…

Shawarma enthusiasts Families seeking hearty meals Downtown lunch visitors

#6 4.6 (4,688) American restaurant

STK Steakhouse

Famous for: Premium steaks, signature cocktails, and a music-forward dining room in downtown Bellevue’s Lincoln Square South.

Plan dinner at STK Steakhouse in downtown Bellevue: premium steaks, cocktails, Sunday brunch, Lincoln Square parking, and tips for a lively night.

Steak enthusiasts Cocktail drinkers Date-night couples

#7 4.3 (428) American restaurant

Water Grill – Bellevue

Famous for: Fresh oysters, Daily seafood specials, Sophisticated ambiance

Sophisticated dining experience centered around fresh, delectable seafood with an extensive raw bar.

Seafood lovers Date night Special occasions

Planning guide

Restaurants in Bellevue: plan your visits

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Essential Tips for Travelers

Practical advice on etiquette, timing, and savings for restaurants in Bellevue.

Check reservations

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Review the current menu

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Check the bill

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the top restaurants to visit in Bellevue?

The sampled records cover 7 restaurants in Bellevue, with an average recorded rating of 4.5 out of 5 among rated entries. Browse the place pages and check current details with each venue.

Do I need advance reservations or tickets in Bellevue?

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What is the best way to get around Bellevue between venues?

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What payment methods are accepted in Bellevue?

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