Matcha Magic
Matcha Magic café is preparing to open a new location at The Yard, the retail centerpiece of Woodinville’s Harvest mixed-use development. The concept was created by Rachel Barnecut and is operated by Conscious Hospitality Group, led by Norman Wu. The café is among nearly 2 dozen businesses slated to debut this summer at The Yard, […]
House Balthazar
Champagne and macaron lounge concept from husband-and-wife team Lisa and Scott Laidlaw. Located inside Harvest’s Building D, a mixed-use destination in Woodinville. Will offer grower Champagne by the glass, flight, and bottle; handcrafted French macarons; aged cheeses; caviar service; and sparkling wines from Oregon’s Willamette Valley. No specific opening date announced, but owners hope to […]
Virtue Coffee and Cocktails
New coffee and cocktails lounge (~1,800 sq ft) opening as street-level tenant in the Tanager Apartments development on Capitol Hill. Founded by Zach Bucklin, a former Starbucks supply chain finance professional and Google veteran. Design by Seattle firm Board and Vellum. Expected to be Capitol Hill’s first and possibly only new food/drink opening of 2026.
Dick’s Drive-In
Dick’s Drive-In announced its 11th Washington location on the Tulalip Reservation, situated across from Quil Ceda Creek Casino west of I-5 at exit 199. The new location will serve classic menu items including fresh-never-frozen beef burgers, hand-cut fries, and hand-dipped milkshakes. Construction timelines and official opening date have not yet been announced.
Hap’s Burgers & Taps
Hap’s Burgers & Taps is preparing to open a second location in Downtown Seattle. The concept is a classic burger stand featuring smashburgers, fries, shakes, beer, wine and Pacific Northwest products. Currently operates from Mercer Island at 2411 76th Ave SE. Recently joined Conscious Hospitality Group, founded by Norman Wu and Danny Brawer. No exact […]
Goban Korean BBQ
Goban Korean BBQ is opening its first U.S. location in Downtown Bellevue, WA. The concept originates from South Korea with locations including a flagship in Seoul’s Mapo district. The restaurant will offer traditional Korean BBQ with pork belly, beef ribeye, banchan, stews, hot pots, and soju. Features include advanced downdraft ventilation for a smoke-free environment. […]
The Baillie
Hotel and restaurant concept from Harry’s Good Times Co. (Chef Julian Hagood and Jake Santelli) set within a historic home near Volunteer Park in Capitol Hill. Will feature 10 guest rooms, a ground-floor restaurant, and gathering spaces. Menu details not yet revealed but expected to follow Pacific Northwest seasonal sourcing style of their other concepts. […]
Bait Shop
Bait Shop, a Capitol Hill neighborhood bar operating since 2012 at 606 Broadway E, is being forced to relocate due to building demolition and redevelopment. Co-owner Mike Leifur is actively scouting new locations with a preference to remain on Capitol Hill. No new address or opening timeline has been confirmed. The concept will remain largely […]
Wagyu House
Wagyu House, an all-you-can-eat yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) concept operated by Chubby Group, is planning a new location in Bellevue, WA. The location is listed as ‘coming soon’ on Chubby Group’s website. No specific opening date has been determined. The concept features tabletop grills with premium Wagyu beef cuts including American, Australian, and Japanese A5. Existing […]
GoodMart
GoodMart is a new market and dining counter concept from Local Tide owner/chef Victor Steinbrueck, planned for the former Kathy Casey Food Studios space in the Chopard Block on Ballard Avenue. No opening timeline announced yet. Construction is underway with Dovetail as general contractor and Heliotrope Architects on design. Mechanical permits filed under the GoodMart […]