Our Dining District proudly includes some of the region’s finest Asian and Asian-inspired cuisine, and we’ve created this curated guide to help you decide where to eat as you celebrate the new year.

Chamei Matcha

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Chamei is known for fresh matcha, house-made taiyaki, and sweet soft-serve ice cream, and their café is the perfect spot to sit and chat with a drink. Take a shopping break or grab a latte to-go – their beverages and snacks are sure to please.

Located: On the first floor of Bellevue Square, near Macy’s and next to Made In Washington

Must-Try Dish: The Chamei Soft Serve comes in a cup, cone, or – most importantly – a taiyaki fish. Yes, you can build a cone from the fish up, with the option to add filling (Nutella, anyone?), ice cream flavors like ube, chocolate or hojicha, and sweet candy toppings.

ICE MONSTER

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The first ICE MONSTER in the mainland United States joined The Collection in late 2022, and they’ve been serving mind-bogglingly large bowls of Taiwanese-style shaved ice to happy customers ever since. The Bellevue location has a vast menu, with unique offerings like sorbet, boba tea, and even something called “dessert soup.”

Located: On the first level of Bellevue Square, next to Escape Outdoors

Must-Try Dish: The Unicorn Sensation is a limited-edition mountain of Calpico and dragonfruit-flavored shaved ice, fresh cream and caramelized tapioca.

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Me + Crêpe

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A jianbing is a protein-filled crêpe popularized by Chinese street vendors. Me + Crêpe allows guests to customize their jianbing with multiple meat and vegetable options, rolling them up into a snack that’s as handy in Bellevue as it is in Beijing. They also offer an ice cream and berry version for a sweet treat.

Located: On the second level of Bellevue Square, near The Body Shop

Must-Try Dish: The Peking Duck jianbing is sweet, saucy, and seasoned to your preferred spice level. It’s a wholesome and tasty pick-me-up.

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Mi Tea

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Mi Tea serves fabulous boba, but they’re best known for Himalayan pink salted cheese tea. Their menu offers a variety of Chinese-style tea drinks with tapioca, fruit and more. You can even rent a phone charging station while you enjoy your beverage, making it the perfect spot to pause and relax amid a day of shopping.

Located: On the first level of Bellevue Square, across from Ben & Jerry’s

Must-Try Dish: The Watermelon Slush with Cheese Foam is a visitor favorite, mixing sweet with savory for a refreshing beverage.

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What The Pho

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While they’re best-known for their pho (and they do offer around a dozen varieties), What The Pho’s menu goes beyond soup. Stop in for a hearty rice bowl, a savory banh mi on perfectly toasted bread, or an order of fried dumplings. Their tasty offerings are the perfect way to warm up on a cold winter’s day.

Located: On the first level of Bellevue Square, near the ZARA escalator

Must-Try Dish: The Pho Steak is a classic, but vegetarians love the Pho Tofu & Veg, which includes a flavorful and entirely meat-free combination of green and white onions, cabbage, broccoli, cilantro, carrots and more.

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Baron’s Sino Kitchen & Bar

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Baron’s is an extension of China’s renowned Barony Hotels & Resorts, a brand famous for luxury, taste, and exceptional quality. Baron’s offers a modern take on classical Chinese cuisine, with private dining rooms, an expertly crafted menu, and fine multi-course meals. Their dim sum menu is filled with delicious lunch options, with the Shanghai Soup Dumplings being a Lunar New Year classic.

Located: On the second level of Lincoln Square South, across from The Lakehouse

Must-Try Dish: The kumquat ribs, made with tender pork in a homemade sauce, are scrumptious as an appetizer or as part of a family-style meal.

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Japonessa Sushi Cocina

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Japonessa fuses traditional sushi techniques with flavors from Latin American cuisine to create delightful and distinctive dishes. Try their spin on sake, tacos and ceviche during their Happy Hour, or let their expert chefs treat you to sushi and cocktails. The omakase selection includes premium and standard sushi for a fixed price, and the roll selection includes innovative and entirely unique creations.

Located: On the first level of Lincoln Square South, near Nordstrom Rack

Must-Try Dish: The crispy stuffed jalapenos feature a little surprise – the inclusion of both spicy tuna and a creamy scallop, for a twist on a classic.

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Thai Kitchen Bird Pepper

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This family restaurant comes from the same family that brought Seattle such classic restaurants as Thai Kitchen and Thai Tom, and the food is befitting from local restaurant royalty. From classics like Swimming Rama and curry pineapple fried rice, to specialties like Thai Tom’s firecracker prawns, the menu offers a wide range of opportunities for a delicious meal.

Located: On the second level of Bellevue Square, next to Crate and Barrel

Must-Try Dish: The chicken panang curry is a filling and delightful option for those looking to warm up on a cold day.

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Wild Ginger

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Wild Ginger offers a blend of Chinese, Vietnamese, Indonesian and Malaysian cuisine, with shareable dishes and an extensive wine list. Their menu includes a considerable selection of gluten-free items, as well as fresh takes on Asian-inspired favorites. Enjoy small bites during happy hour in their lively bar or pick a table for an intimate dinner with someone special.

Located: On the first level of Lincoln Square South, along Bellevue Way

Must-Try Dish: The green papaya salad is a blend of fresh ingredients and flavors, topped with a tangy fish sauce for a light and healthy meal.

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Lady M

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The luxury New York City confectionery is famous for their signature mille crêpes, which use French technique and “Japanese sensibilities” to create light, fluffy and decadent desserts. The cakes are made of layers of soft cream and lacy French crêpes, and available in flavors like chocolate, green tea, marron and tiramisu. They also offer seasonal treats, including rotating flavors and confections. Buy your cake by the slice or take a whole one home to share.

Located: On the second level of Bellevue Square, next to TUMI and the Apple Store.

Must-Try Dish: The Signature Mille Crêpe is scrumptious in its simplicity, with more than twenty handcrafted crêpes layered with pastry cream. The result is an irresistible, lighter-than-air slice.

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ROYCE’ Chocolate

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Based in Hokkaido, Japan, ROYCE’ is famous for their high-quality chocolate and inventive confections. Popular flavors include matcha (both ceremonial and roasted hojicha), whiskey or champagne chocolates, and a variety of fruits and nuts. They also have a wide selection of milk or dark chocolate- based treats. Stop by to see their selection and find your new favorite snack.

Located: On the second level of Bellevue Square, next to Panda Express

Must-Try Dish: Their chocolate-covered potato chips are a crispy and delicious snack that blurs the line between sweet and salty.

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