15 Best Cocktail Bars in Bellevue

“Well worth exploring their whole menu. Light, bright, and refreshing. Literally drank mine so quickly that I forgot to take a photo! 😆 I will definitely be coming back, and can't recommend them enough. Quite a hidden gem (on the 2nd floor of Lincoln Square South).“

“A Luxe Espresso Martini at an Unbeatable Price

I had the pleasure of indulging in an exquisite Espresso Martini during happy hour at Bellevue Square Nordstrom, where all signature cocktails are just $10—a steal for the quality and experience offered.

This martini was a masterpiece, marrying the rich, bold flavors of freshly brewed espresso with the smooth sophistication of premium vodka. The touch of coffee liqueur added a subtle sweetness and depth, while the frothy crema crowned with three iconic espresso beans made for a stunning presentation.

Each sip was a balance of indulgent creaminess and refreshing chill, delivering a luxurious cocktail experience at a fraction of the price you’d expect for such craftsmanship. The happy hour pricing made this already impressive drink even more satisfying, transforming a quick stop into a highlight of the evening.

At just $10, the Espresso Martini at Bellevue Square Nordstrom is not only a delightful treat but an incredible value—perfect for winding down a shopping day or kicking off an elegant night out.

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Great food great service great atmosphere 👌“

“Thank you Chris and Team for another amazing evening in the Bake's. If anyone wondering... the food is sooo good... highly recommend AHI Tuna, Burger (both my favs) and last night tried some new meal with Mozzarella Burrata served on salad - I couldn't stop eating, so good! Compliments to the Chef!“

“Went here and the service was excellent. Walked in and loved the dark n moody vibe. You can hear conversations and not loud. Elijah the guy with the beard and bartender did amazing service. Ordered old fashion cocktails and it was great. Would come back!“

“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.“

“Our server, Freya, was outstanding. We will ask for her again.“

“Haven’t tried it but it’s right across and it looks good. Testing the review feature“

“Amazing experience, middle of January we felt like we step in to vacation in tulum, beautiful decor ( I am interiors designer) , great food, delicious drinks! great service Stephanie is the best ! . But so much potential if changing the quiet music for house electronics Spanish music to fully embrace Tulum vibes. Can wait to be back for dj night !!“

“We had a private room for my son's 25th birthday and everything about it was excellent. The room was gorgeous, Brynn our server was fantastic, she went above and beyond. Food was delicious. Earls was very accommodating of my requests. The evening was perfect. Thank you. I highly recommend if you have a need for a private party room or large group space.“

“Another great experience at Japanese Bellevue in the books.“

“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.“

“Visited on my own for happy hour to sample the views and have a cocktail. Sat at the bar and had a few cocktails. The bar staff made me feel very welcome. Great selection of whiskey, rum and everything else. I'm sure the food is great as well, perhaps next time!“

“This is not a restaurant. It’s actually bar service within Residence Inn hotel where you can order food, mainly salads and burgers, and drinks from the bar (pictured below).Christina is the main hostess at the bar. Very nice and friendly lady.If you ring the number for this place from Google Maps, it’s actually going to go to the front desk for Residence Inn. Tell them to transfer you to the Rivue Bar and Grill.You will find the menu in Google maps photos for this place so you can just order on the phone. They don’t deliver to the hotel rooms so you just have to go down and get it.I would recommend their signature Rivue burger - comes with fries (pictured below).It is surprisingly very good for bar service food at a hotel and will do the trick for an evening where you don’t feel like getting out - since there’s nothing really walking distance around this hotel unless you have a car.“

“I had the BamBam Smashburger and hush puppies and was very satisfied with my meal. My son enjoyed his macaroni also. I plan on coming back and visit from Yakima soon again.“