50 Best American Restaurants in Bellevue

“We had such a great night at Joey, and a huge part of that was thanks to our waiter, Miranda. Her energy was amazing from the moment she greeted us—so warm, friendly, and genuinely upbeat. She was attentive without hovering, always smiling, and made us feel truly welcomed and taken care of throughout the evening. Her service and positive attitude honestly elevated the entire experience. Miranda turned a good dinner into a memorable night. Thank you!“

“My boys invited me to this place for a first time and was fabulous. Good food, portions, price, customer service, and location. Good birthday celebration.“

“Me and my family visited here after Snowflake Lane last night on Christmas Eve and they were able to accommodate 8 of us. The ambiance was pleasant, the drinks were amazing, and the food was excellent! My husband and I are vegan and they had several choices. I would highly recommend it here. A little pricey but worth it!“

“We went for the first time today and had excellent customer service! The food was amazing. We will be back :)“

“Absolutely amazing! Every bite was perfect.“

“Great food great service great atmosphere 👌“

“Recommend place 🥰 great Food“

“Our table was great for the E. Pruitt show which was a great show. Our server Jenn was professional and did a great job. Arancini and Gnocci and lemon brown butter cake were excellent. The Apple salad had a few too many flavor combinations to it for my liking but it was still good. The space is great and I didn't feel too packed into the space and there was room to move around and the music was well amplified but not too loud. Great experience.“

“Justin and his staff always make the members feel welcomed like family as you hear them greeting most of the restaurant by name and often knowledge of their preferred drink order. Love that they have changing weekly specials to keep it interesting and lovely seasonal dishes. My favorite burger on the Eastside is here and is a perfect pub juicy burger. This cozy meeting place is one of the reasons so many generations return to living in this neighborhood.“

“I always have a great time here! The staff are kind and provide excellent service!“

“Excellent staff, excellent menu and food preparation. Bobby has kept some of the staple menu items but offered a different flare that really make them stand out. And check out Bar&Moore next door, great ambiance and flair for before or after dinner.“

“It’s such a beautiful place, and it feels so warm, cozy, and welcoming! I absolutely love the food, and honestly, I love everything about Earl’s! It’s just such a lovely place, and I always enjoy being there! And Jason’s service was absolutely amazing! He was so attentive and made the experience even better.“

“I walked in here in September 1982 thinking my shattered life of 15 years was over. Hazel who ran the cafe, a gruff but loving lady made me sit down and have a sandwich and milk. For the next 5 years they raised me, an irritating punk, showing love and understanding beyond measure, mentoring me in the life of recovery and spritual principles of AA until my fledgling wings let me fly on my own to other places of recovery and respite from the storms of life. It's barely changed, has great coffee now and much more food! A meeting is available nearly every hour in such variety and different people your sure to find your place in what will always be my true home! God bless you and thank you Hilltop, with all my heart ♥“

“We love our local market! Town & Country has grown and updated their interior beautifully! We love it. If I have ever had a question or an issue with a product I have spoken with the appropriate department person and have always had a speedy and positive response. Many changes to products have happened over the last year, with occasional hiccups as new things are tried. But, we have found that ultimately it has all been for the better. The store may be sleeker, but the heart is still there in spades. I am amazed how they came through for us during COVID and still are! Kudos, Bainbridge Island T&C!“

“On Wednesdays they have a prime rib night with wonderful live music ! I tried the prime rib and it was cooked perfectly and tasted amazing. I will definitely order it again ! The baked potato and vegetables were also prepared exactly how I like them. Complements to the chef !“

“Note that this place is inside the Marriott hotel. We had the Valentine's Day special. 3 course meal with wine pairing is what was advertised. Once seated at our reserved table, the server asked if they could get us a drink. I had to remind them that we had the special. A sparkling rosé was brought to the table. No explanation or info provided about the wine. Salad followed promptly. The main course came out with its wine pairing. Again no description of the food or wine was given. We were not asked how we would like our steaks cooked, luckily the chef knew what they were doing. Food was prepared perfectly with great flavors. Dessert was next. When I asked for the wine that was to be served with dessert, I was told that the wine pairing was only for the main course. I inquired as to why we were given the rosé with our salad since I didn't order it. The server checked with the manager and confirmed that it was only for the main course and the rosé was just a Valentine's Day “treat”. The server ended up bringing 2 more glasses of rosé on the house. Food was good enough for the price to go back. Dress up or down -“

“Unique pour your own. Relax atmosphere.“

“This was located in the Hilton Garden Inn where me and my wife were staying. The bartender was very helpful and makes a great old fashioned! She was knowledgeable of the city and provided some suggestions on places to go during our stay. I did not have any food but they did have a variety of options. There is indoor and outdoor seating as well.“

“This place is a dive bar located in an unassuming strip mall. I went there with four family members on our way to the Mariner game (we lost). We stopped here because we thought every other place would be full due to World Cup watching parties. We didn't expect much but were knocked out by the quality of the food. Pizza, burgers, French dip...it was all fabulous. And the waitress was a saint. A real hidden gem for sure.“

“Polaris at Bellevue Club surpassed all expectations, creating an extraordinary dining experience. Carlo, the manager, demonstrated exceptional knowledge, ensuring every detail was perfect. Tanya, our server, was not only attentive but genuinely warm. The talented bartenders, Dustin and Carlos, crafted delightful drinks that added a touch of magic to our evening. The Jean-Luc Colombo red wine paired beautifully with the prime rib, making our dinner an exquisite celebration of flavors. A heartfelt thank you to the entire team for making our experience truly special for our thanksgiving.“

“Lunch at Mox Bellevue today—and what a surprise. I wasn’t there to game, just catching up with friends passing through. But the space? Total standout. Art Deco vibes, cozy booths, and a game store that feels more like a boutique hotel lounge. I had the Golden Curry & Tofu—Japanese-style curry over rice with potatoes, carrots, tofu, and pickled vegetables. Warm, flavorful, and exactly what I was in the mood for. My friends ordered the Sausage & Pepper Rotini and left just as happy. The only curveball? No mocktails listed on the menu. When I asked, our server looked a little unsure but offered to make a virgin Momotaro with ginger, peach, mint, lemon, and ginger beer. It was fantastic—definitely worth ordering again. Still, a mocktail section on the menu wouldn’t hurt. After lunch I wandered through the shop and ended up picking out a couple of games for our next game night. Couldn’t resist. All in all, a great lunch, great space, and a solid reminder to check out places that mix things up. Overall fun spot. So happy we found this place. Would happily return. Friendly staff, tasty food, stylish space.“

“I had one of their boxed lunches and it was the best. Complete delivered lunch with snacks for less than local sandwich shops charge picked up, and the bread was moist and delicious.“

“Great classic menu, excellent Reuben sandwich, good coffee, delightful team and fast service! Better get there a bit early to be sure you can grab a table. But worth waiting for if you didn't. Highly recommended!“

“Great family-owned and operated pub with good food and reasonable prices.“

“We stopped by for appetizers and drinks. While the food and drinks were decent, they didn’t quite wow us. However, the service was truly exceptional! Our server went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and ensure we had a wonderful experience. Outstanding service can make all the difference, and she absolutely delivered! I would happily return, not necessarily for the food and drinks alone, but for the outstanding hospitality. Looking forward to visiting again!“

“We came for the pool tournament and stayed for the steak! Absolutely incredible food! Highly recommended! Hospitality and service were top notch. From the time I gave them my card I was addressed by my first name and treated like a friend. Couldn’t ask for a better night! 5 star!!“

“Overall just an incredible experience. My wife/ I were celebrating a special occasion and the team truly did everything to make the night as special as possible. I can’t say enough about how memorable the night was, and the food, ambiance, and team were absolutely amazing. Thank you!!“

“Lunch at Nordstrom cafe was phenomenal. The staff was welcoming, space was clean and organized. I had lunch with husband and my two kids, we enjoyed what we ordered. Our server Murphy was friendly, attentive and answered all our questions. Thank you Nordstrom cafe for a wonderful celebration!“

“Trust me when I say I was NOT expecting to write this review about Applebee’s, but here we are. 😂
Hands down the best meal and cocktail I’ve had in the last year. Not “good for Applebee’s.” Genuinely fantastic. Everything was delicious, the cocktail was perfection, and the service at the Bellevue location made the whole experience even better.
Apparently I’ve been sleeping on Applebee’s, and I would formally like to apologize. 😂 10/10 THANK YOU!!“

“fast service and awesome pancakes! visiting from WI and this was the first place we stopped to after getting to town.“

“Me and my friends come here all the time and the workers are so sweet and the food is always delicious!! It is definitely me and my friend groups must go place!! If you’re hungry and want a friendly face definitely go to this place !“

“Great atmosphere and nice facility“

“Service was quick, friendly and professional. Waited at the bar while the food I ordered to take back to my room was prepared. The bartender was great! Chatted with me while I waited. Food was delicious! Highly recommend the caesar salad and mushroom fettuccine.“

“Don't miss this amazing session John Studamire Micheal Miller Greg Fields and Miz Floes bringing you a jazzy Sol session with special guest Miss Naomi Watson“

“The staff is friendly and conditions were great on June 27th. The course was in great condition.“

“A local Seattle friend took us to a seafood restaurant, and the grilled lobster was indeed a masterpiece, Q-bouncing as if it were fighting with my teeth ...... Steak grilled octopus fried squid clam chowder are all this 👍🏻 and the final dessert of caramelised bread pudding was amazing! The meal cost nearly $650 plus a $100 tip, so it was worth it, haha!😁😋😋I'll be back next time.“

“I love this place!! Great food, Great service, and Great atmosphere! :) Daily specials with a vast variety of menu items and catering options. Plus, gluten free options as well (which I truly appreciate). Must try one of their many yummy smoothies-They customize the 'lean and green' for me and add coconut water, it is my personal favorite! ;)“

“Outstanding service! Our team's favorite spot to enjoy an offsite lunch - the entire team at 520 delights, dazzles and create a world class hospitality experience. Cheers, Peter Beeson, Coldstream“

“Giving a shoutout to the amazing team that hosted for a company party event! What an amazing job they did making sure we were all taken care of and went above and beyond. That night Tiffany, Ni, David (who was my server) Daniel, Kame, Aletta and Kira. Very personable and professional team. Made us feel right at home! Thank you!!“

“Great experience each and every visit! Creative menu that always offers new options as well as standard favorites“

“I love this place!! Great food, Great service, and Great atmosphere! :) Daily specials with a vast variety of menu items and catering options. Plus, gluten free options as well (which I truly appreciate). Must try one of their many yummy smoothies-They customize the 'lean and green' for me and add coconut water, it is my personal favorite! ;)“

“The Rivue bar us great. The bartender Christina is the best. She is so nice and attentive to everyone. As far as the the grill part, it is ok. I guess as far as bar food; it is good but as a restaurant not so good. I wish they had music to play but as a hotel lobby bar it is decent. Not much of a crowd to be entertained but good enough during the world cup competition.“

“Good lunch special; taste, size, price.
Excellent service 👏 Joe is a very good waiter; knows his offerings,makes good suggestion, frequently checks on client's need. He is a credit to the operation. I request him when I eat here if he is on shift.“

“Always having a great experience at 13 Coins Bellevue! The bartenders were amazing—friendly, attentive, and made us feel right at home. And a special shoutout to Martin, who was incredibly professional, kind, and genuinely made us feel well taken care of.

Great service, great atmosphere, and people who really know how to make guests feel welcome. Definitely coming back!“

“Last night, my wife and I discovered a true gem in Bellevue—SUITE Restaurant & Lounge. Tucked inside the Wintergarden Lobby of the Hyatt Regency, this venue offers an exceptional blend of fine dining and live entertainment.  We opted for the $59 prix fixe menu. I chose the Wild Sockeye Salmon, which was perfectly cooked and flavorful. My wife selected the Bistro Medallion Steak, tender and expertly prepared. The Roasted Beet Salad, a substitution for the appetizer, was a delightful mix of flavors. Our meal concluded with delectable desserts and refreshing mocktails. We lingered over tea, enjoying the ambiance and the captivating aerial performance. Our server, Josh Torres, provided outstanding service—attentive, personable, and knowledgeable. The highlight of the evening was the aerial artist, a third-generation, classically trained performer from Las Vegas. Her stories and performance added a unique and memorable touch to our evening.  Despite a modest crowd, the atmosphere was vibrant and inviting. The spacious outdoor seating area is perfect for larger gatherings when weather permits. SUITE Restaurant & Lounge is a hidden treasure in Bellevue, offering exquisite cuisine, exceptional service, and top-tier entertainment. We look forward to our next visit. #DateNight #BellevueDining #LiveEntertainment“

“😁love playing pull tabs.“

“Also i feel that the Waitress at the Burlington NJ location is kind and welcoming to me & my husband who are older. We appreciate how she talks about new items to try. I will definitely request her area to sit since she is full time waitress“

“Angel and staff are friendly, attentive and professional! Our eating experiences have always been positive and delicious!“

“My husband and I love going to the Lakehouse for special occasions and date nights. Our server, Martin, absolutely helped make our one year wedding anniversary celebration a memorable experience! Literally from the moment we walked in. Best service we’ve had so far. Food was phenomenal as always. They carry a selective kind of oysters that are similar to Kumamoto oysters. Highly recommend their seasonal duck dish!! Especially for those who haven’t tried duck before. The short rib dish is also a favorite. Thank you Martin and Lakehouse chefs 🫶“

“Dinner and service were great. We loved seeing some familiar items on the menu from the original menu. We do miss the fresh bread before dinner. The only complaint was a family with young kids arrived near the end of our dinner. They were allowed to run around, yell and mess up the settings of the tables near us. It's a tough situation, but the server should have tried to say something.“