Guidebook for Bellevue

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Guidebook for Bellevue

Food Scene

It's vegetarian and it's Chinese. These two things don't grow together very often. Cathy, who owns the place is very kind and doting. Note it is not sugar and wheat-free:-)
Teapot Vegetarian House
15230 NE 24th St
It's vegetarian and it's Chinese. These two things don't grow together very often. Cathy, who owns the place is very kind and doting. Note it is not sugar and wheat-free:-)
Dosas from the south of India. Need I say more? They have a buffet and the owner, when at this location, is very helpful. Ask for Lakshmi and tell them Gordon sent you.
Spice Route
2241 148th Ave NE
Dosas from the south of India. Need I say more? They have a buffet and the owner, when at this location, is very helpful. Ask for Lakshmi and tell them Gordon sent you.
Independent coffee/tea houses are harder and harder to find. Great local coffee house with live music Thu, Fri, Sat.
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SoulFood CoffeeHouse and Fair Trade Emporium
15748 Redmond Way
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Independent coffee/tea houses are harder and harder to find. Great local coffee house with live music Thu, Fri, Sat.
Local Thai food that passes the "how's their Pad Thai" litmus test.
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Bellevue Thai Kitchen
14115 NE 20th St
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Local Thai food that passes the "how's their Pad Thai" litmus test.
Forget the fact they offer Hakka style Chinese fare. This is the best Chinese place for miles, period. People who don't LIKE Chinese food love this place. Tell Charlie I sent you:-)
Joys Asian Restaurant 乐山餐厅
Forget the fact they offer Hakka style Chinese fare. This is the best Chinese place for miles, period. People who don't LIKE Chinese food love this place. Tell Charlie I sent you:-)

Everything Else

It's nearby and the Y has everything - including an indoor heated pool.
Bellevue Family YMCA
14230 Bel-Red Rd
It's nearby and the Y has everything - including an indoor heated pool.
I'm on the faculty and it's likely one of the most authentic yoga studios around. The staff is incredibly well trained and the offering is "real" yoga, not jumping around.
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Alive and Shine Center
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I'm on the faculty and it's likely one of the most authentic yoga studios around. The staff is incredibly well trained and the offering is "real" yoga, not jumping around.
I've trained here and love Dan's energy. He's even been a client. If you're looking for some intensive fitness work this is the place. If you just like to wander around the weight room, go to the Y.
IMPACT Strength and Performance
1508 128th Pl NE
I've trained here and love Dan's energy. He's even been a client. If you're looking for some intensive fitness work this is the place. If you just like to wander around the weight room, go to the Y.
Usually the cheapest gas in the area.
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ARCO
665 23rd Ave
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Usually the cheapest gas in the area.
Everything you always wanted to know about the outdoors and the equipment for it, but were afraid to ask.
REI
7500 166th Avenue Northeast
Everything you always wanted to know about the outdoors and the equipment for it, but were afraid to ask.
Easy access from both sides of the shopping center and these folks turn it around and get it clean.
Bakker's Fine Dry Cleaning
13500 NE 175th St
Easy access from both sides of the shopping center and these folks turn it around and get it clean.

Shopping

Did you know this place has clothing, furniture, and a health food section all under the same roof? If that's not enough they've also got a fine watch repair booth.
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Fred Meyer
12221 120th Ave NE
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Did you know this place has clothing, furniture, and a health food section all under the same roof? If that's not enough they've also got a fine watch repair booth.
This is an upscale "dollar store". Kind of like an outlet store with everything from bedding, slippers, clothing, food, and kitchen supplies.
Tuesday Morning
15291 Northeast 24th Street
This is an upscale "dollar store". Kind of like an outlet store with everything from bedding, slippers, clothing, food, and kitchen supplies.
While you're in the area of Snoqualmie Falls, tour through the nearby town of North Bend (Twin Peaks fame) and hit the Outlet Shopping too!
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North Bend Premium Outlets
461 S Fork Ave SW
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While you're in the area of Snoqualmie Falls, tour through the nearby town of North Bend (Twin Peaks fame) and hit the Outlet Shopping too!
One of the most diverse shopping areas I've ever been in. People of all walks of life, chess players, book readers, gamers, walkers, you name it. Borders, Indian food, Bed, Bath & Beyond, BOA.
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Crossroads Bellevue
15600 NE 8th St
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One of the most diverse shopping areas I've ever been in. People of all walks of life, chess players, book readers, gamers, walkers, you name it. Borders, Indian food, Bed, Bath & Beyond, BOA.
What's a trip without a visit to Goodwill.
Goodwill Redmond
15301 NE 24th St
What's a trip without a visit to Goodwill.
Nearest hardware store that isn't Home Depot or Lowes.
Crossroads Ace Hardware
653 156th Avenue Northeast
Nearest hardware store that isn't Home Depot or Lowes.
Authentic Asian grocery store and pretty big too. Exotic produce and treats. Right next to the Goodwill and Smacha Tea.
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Asian Family Market
14515 NE 20th St
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Authentic Asian grocery store and pretty big too. Exotic produce and treats. Right next to the Goodwill and Smacha Tea.

Essentials

It's Trader Joes!
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Trader Joe's
15563 NE 24th St
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It's Trader Joes!
Small store in the form of a co-op. Deli with freshly made and often organic salads, and other dishes. Soup bar. Organic produce.
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PCC Community Markets - Kirkland
430 NE 68th St
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Small store in the form of a co-op. Deli with freshly made and often organic salads, and other dishes. Soup bar. Organic produce.
Not sure of their open season but the Farmer's Market is THE best place for local produce. They also have some hot food booths.
Bellevue Farmers Market
1717 Bellevue Way NE
Not sure of their open season but the Farmer's Market is THE best place for local produce. They also have some hot food booths.
The closest of the best in organic and healthy food options. Bulk section, salad bar, prepared foods, even a coffee shop. Parking can be tough during the lunch hour or on holidays.
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Whole Foods Market
888 116th Ave NE
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The closest of the best in organic and healthy food options. Bulk section, salad bar, prepared foods, even a coffee shop. Parking can be tough during the lunch hour or on holidays.

Sightseeing

An amazing place for a walk in nature. Easy access and parking and a very quiet, serene place to stroll and be with your thoughts.
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Bellevue Botaniska Trädgård
12001 Main St
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An amazing place for a walk in nature. Easy access and parking and a very quiet, serene place to stroll and be with your thoughts.
Marymoor is a very large park. They house a dog park, a velodrome, soccer and baseball fields, tennis courts, and a bike trail that runs north to wine country (Chateau St. Michelle).
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Marymoor Park
6046 West Lake Sammamish Parkway Northeast
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Marymoor is a very large park. They house a dog park, a velodrome, soccer and baseball fields, tennis courts, and a bike trail that runs north to wine country (Chateau St. Michelle).
The Market is an open air collection of local merchants bringing their wares to sell. Not only is the view of the waterfront stunning but you can get produce, art, wool clothing, even flower here.
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Pike Place Market
1531 Western Ave
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The Market is an open air collection of local merchants bringing their wares to sell. Not only is the view of the waterfront stunning but you can get produce, art, wool clothing, even flower here.
Home to the 1962 World's Fair. The Armory is huge with many fine food vendors. Also on property is Key Arena - a concert and sports venue. You can take the monorail to downtown Seattle for shopping.
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Seattle Center
305 Harrison St
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Home to the 1962 World's Fair. The Armory is huge with many fine food vendors. Also on property is Key Arena - a concert and sports venue. You can take the monorail to downtown Seattle for shopping.
About 30 minutes east the falls is a spectacle to see ... and you can hike down to the river from the top of the Falls. Also a restaurant on site - though not cheap.
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Snoqualmie Falls
6501 Railroad Ave
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About 30 minutes east the falls is a spectacle to see ... and you can hike down to the river from the top of the Falls. Also a restaurant on site - though not cheap.
The International District is home to the Wing Luke Museum, Uwajimaya Grocery, Pacific Herbs & Grocery, and is adjacent to the Metro Bus Tunnel, not to mention the two sports stadiums.
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Seattle Chinatown-International District
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The International District is home to the Wing Luke Museum, Uwajimaya Grocery, Pacific Herbs & Grocery, and is adjacent to the Metro Bus Tunnel, not to mention the two sports stadiums.

Arts & Culture

The Winery can be accessed by bike along the Sammamish Trail from Marymoor park. Or you can drive. Touring is offered there. In the summer they have a concert series worth catching.
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Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery
14111 NE 145th St
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The Winery can be accessed by bike along the Sammamish Trail from Marymoor park. Or you can drive. Touring is offered there. In the summer they have a concert series worth catching.
Nearest movie theater.
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Regal Crossroads - Bellevue
1200 156th Ave NE
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Nearest movie theater.