Araya's Place has been one of my favorites in the Bellevue area for good Thai food. I love that…read moreit's completely vegan, so being a vegetarian, I get plenty of options to choose from! During my recent visit, we tried their veggie rolls and thick rice noodles, and both tasted great. The place can get pretty busy during evening hours, so I would definitely recommend making a reservation.

Veg Thai restaurant in Old Bellevue on Main St. Went there for a work lunch, as some colleagues…read morewere vegetarian. Small-ish restaurant with white colored exterior and interior. Doing decent business in the middle of the week. Menu has your expected Thai dishes common in North America, but in vegetarian or vegan form. I go their lunch plate for $17.5 which has a bit of everything. It had two spring rolls, salad, pad thai, and green curry with white rice. Quite a bit of food for the price, and they all tasted pretty decent. I'm not a vegetarian and I like meat, but I enjoyed the food. Green curry was very creamy. Pad thai is a little on the sweet side. The salad was refreshing, and the spring rolls were crunchy. Also got a Thai lime iced tea ($5) and it tasted like lemon/lime iced tea. Overall a good lunch.

Such great food and service! The food was delicious! We had Hector as our server and he gave us…read moresuch a great experience and advice on the menu.

We come here all the time and the food is always consistent and great quality. Servers are…read morefriendly, attentive, and always happy to answer any questions.

Spacious restaurant with friendly staff and an interesting menu of 100% vegetarian dishes featuring…read moremock meats. I tried the Mongolian Beef and Pineapple Mushroom Seitan. Unfortunately, the Mongolian Beef was quite bland. It was stir-fried with vegetables, but there wasn't much flavor or anything particularly memorable about the dish. The Pineapple Mushroom Seitan was along the same lines, but the pineapple gave it a little more flavor and made it more enjoyable. One thing I really liked was their sauces. They're flavorful and can make a noticeable difference when paired with the right dish, so definitely use them! The mango sticky rice was decent. I liked that it wasn't overly sweet and had a good amount of sugar, but the mango itself didn't have the best texture. Overall, the restaurant has a nice atmosphere, friendly service, and a creative vegetarian menu, but the dishes I tried could have used more seasoning and flavor. The sauces were definitely a highlight.

We came around 5:15 pm on a Friday and were able to get a table easily. The staff was friendly and…read moreefficient. I rarely visit vegetarian restaurants, so I ordered based on the pictures on the menu. I wanted to try the Purple Yam Soup after the server confirmed that it would be very fulfilling, but they came back and said it wasn't available that day. We still enjoyed all the other dishes we ordered, though. The mango smoothie was also very refreshing. The restaurant was clean and cutely decorated. Parking was easy since there was a parking lot.

The food and drinks were both fantastic and there were tons of options. The staff was friendly and…read morehelpful as well, and the dining space is super cute!

Probably won't go back. We got seated on a Saturday night without much advance notice. Service was…read morefine. Restaurant was LOUD, difficult to talk to each other. Appetizer tofu was good. Vegetarian curry was well spiced. We also got a pho, because it was Vietnamese restaurant, but it was too sweet and not proper pho (even vegetarian).

Ever since I arrived in Washington and lived in Bellevue, this place has always been in my Top 10…read more-- definitely one of my favorites! The flavors are well-balanced, never overpowering. The atmosphere is quiet and calm, and the service crew are very accommodating and friendly.

Love banh xeo! Unfortunately, not many Vietnamese restaurants have this dish on their menu…read more Before i noticed Square Lotus offer this dish, i had to drive down to Renton if i wanted to eat my very favorite Vietnamese dish. Square Lotus offers an extensive choice of dishes. This visit we ordered the tropical fresh rolls and the pork on skewers, along with banh xeo The banh xeo was really nice and crispy. The only 2 drawbacks. for me was ... instead of pork belly, they use chicken, i think white meat cause the meat is very dry. The second is they don't offer a lot of fresh herbs with this dish. Just some cilantro and one small branch of Thai basil Next time i order this i will definitely ask for pork belly instead of chicken in my banh xeo. Definitely recommend you trying this restaurant. BTW, the offer an extensive amount of vegetarian dishes

Recently moved to Bellevue from Seattle and of course was desperate to find a new brunch spot with…read moreallergen-friendly options, and WOW. Bellden Cafe has it all, we've already gone several times I'm obsessed with the ube mochi waffle, it is soooo delicious (not too sweet, incredible texture and flavor). Their matcha is also lovely, I got matcha with rose syrup both times I went (so immaculate). I've turned into a bit of a matcha snob, so always looking for some good options and they hit the spot. The service is incredible, literally the people working there are the nicest people everrrr. Even on a super busy weekend morning, they were so accommodating, so friendly and even remembered us from just one visit! Really fantastic team, they really make the whole experience even MORE lovely. And the interior is jussssst so gorg!!! The decor is immaculate, there's lots of space (even when it was crowded), would be a perfect place to work from during the week, even their outdoor tables were very clean and cutie. Absolutely love, this has become a new staple of ours since moving to the east side! brunch girlies rise!!!

This spot has received numerous awards and recognition over the years, so I was glad to finally…read morecheck it out with a friend on a recent Sunday morning. When we walked in, most of the indoor tables were taken, but we got lucky and snagged one right as a couple was leaving. They have a pretty extensive drink menu of coffees, teas and smoothies alongside a food selection of açaí and yogurt bowls, breakfast sandwiches, waffles, toasts and salads. Prices do seem rather steep for food (particularly for the waffles), however, this business has a great philanthropic mindset that helps explain the price points. Whenever someone orders a specialty drink, they donate some of the proceeds to a charity. + LATTE w/ MISO MAPLE syrup ($5 for 12 oz. + $1 for syrup): The coffee itself was so good - robust, with a perfect balance between the espresso and milk. I was so excited to try this unique syrup flavor, but sadly, I didn't taste it at all. No umami from the miso and not even a hint of maple. I'm not sure if this syrup is just extremely subtle, or if it was simply forgotten. I really hope it's not the latter, since I paid extra for it. + MATCHA CHIA PUDDING ($13): The bowl may look small, but it was deep and the portion turned out to be filling. A Greek yogurt base was beautifully layered with matcha chia pudding, a strawberry-rhubarb compote, granola and rose. I loved the compote which had the perfect sweetness of ripe strawberries and a little tang from the rhubarb. The matcha pudding was on the milder side, but smooth in consistency, contrasting nicely with the crunchy granola. My friend ordered the Açaí Bowl and really enjoyed it. The serving looked reasonable for the price as well. Overall, the two of us had a wonderful time here catching up over a healthy brunch! Tip: They have two small rooms available to reserve for parties of 4-6 if you're looking to secure seating for a group.

Oh my goodness, if you get anything at DERU, GET THE CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER CAKE PLEASE…read more It's been a few weeks since I've gotten it and I still think about that cake. (I haven't justified buying a whole cake for myself, but I truly want to--and am tempted to do so) The food is great and I'd love to go back. I went on a Monday, so it wasn't as busy as it would be on the weekend. The servers are kind, and you typically order from a QR code unless you're having a hard time (and they'll help you!). Quiet space. Some parking available on site but it can get busy on the weekends from what I've heard.

Cute little place with good food and informal setting. Their dishes are pretty nicely thought out…read morebut oftentimes a number of them will be "out of stock" even leading into dinner time, but this is understandable if that's because they're aiming for freshness. What is not so great is that they've replaced human interaction and paper menus with a QR code based menu (annoying but becoming more common) and the only way to order is also through your phone (this is the part that is not common and really sucks). Been to DERU twice. First time my phone wouldn't let the order submit after polling everyone to put what they wanted into the "cart". Eventually some poor fellow who worked there had to use his little iPad and we all had to repeat ourselves to recreate the order after we'd already done the exercise on my phone. Second visit same thing- this time we had to recreate the order a few times on different peoples phones in our party until one of them could finally submit the purchase, and then they immediately started getting emails they weren't expecting as an outcome, their cell phone number was on our order ticket- so beware when you think you're just providing your credit card info- you're actually giving much more than that. We gathered for dinner to spend quality time together in real life and to get away from our phones but because of DERU's ordering system we instead spent the first 20 minutes of our dinner all on our phones. Then during the meal people would finish their glass of wine and want another- phone comes back out! This happened throughout the meal because, shockingly, people don't finish their glasses of wine at the same time, so all in all someone was pretty much on their phone close to the entire meal. Quite antithetical to the goal of human interaction and enjoying a nice dinner together. If they got rid of this ridiculous phone based menu and ordering system I would double my rating AND my tip. But at this point I may not come back for awhile.

Ok so here are my thoughts…read more Taste/Presentation of the dishes - 3.5 to 4 stars. My daughter and I ordered Rosé Teokbokki and Signature Kimbap. Both dishes were quite tasty and the presentation was excellent but Kimbap was cold (I guess that is okay but it should really be served just slightly colder than room temp) and the sides that came with Rosé Teokbokki were premade stuff from Young Ocean or another vendor, not housemade. Also the sauce for Rosé had "Korean Corn Soup" in it. I love the Korean Corn Soup but it's a cheap instant stuff you can buy at any Korean Grocery. Service/Venue/Ambiance - 3 stars. Simply put - not memorable but not bad either. Place was clean but very blank. It definitely does not feel like a place that should charge the price they do (more to come on this later). Food came out pretty fast and the server was okay. The space was pretty big and we didn't have to wait to be seated (Sunday 11:30am). Price/Value - Negative 5 stars. 20 dollars for what we got is quite ridiculous. Terrible value! Half the food we ate wasn't even made in house. On top of all this, they charged 80 cents more than the listed prices on the menu!! Wow and why? They ask for tip too. There is nowhere on the menu that says they charge 4% service fees. This is such a scam imo. Restaurants that charge service fees! Please stop. Unless the fees go to pay the wages of the employees, it should be illegal for businesses to do this. Overall, you can definitely live without this place. Food is pretty good but you really deserve better than feeling you got ripped off plus the extra 4% when paying the bill.

Located in an unassuming strip mall. 4.5 Stars…read more The menu features a delightful mix of Korean and Japanese dishes, with some items creatively fused together. Inviting Atmosphere - The interior is beautifully designed, showcasing a lovely earthy forest green palette complemented by mahogany-toned furniture. Food - The California Roll ($12) was a masterpiece--expertly crafted with an optimal rice-to-filling ratio. A light brushing of sesame oil on top elevated the flavor of the entire roll. The Rose Tteokbokki ($20) was not to my taste; I prefer a more traditional version. The cream and cheese made it a bit heavy for my liking. However, the toppings, including bulgogi gyoza and shrimp tempura, were deliciously crispy and freshly fried. Excellent Service - The staff is exceptionally polite and attentive.

We ordered the Sauzage VGMuffin and it was flavorful!…read more I'd been wanting to try Dada's Plant Based for a while and I am glad I ventured there. I'm a pescatarian and I still crave a good breakfast sausage based sandwich! So I preordered online and it was ready right at the pick up time. The first time I ordered I almost went through the wrong entrance so be sure to enter the doors facing Snoqualmie street. It's a co working kitchen that looks clean from what I could see, you buzz their bell and they bring the food out to you! I was a bit unsure about the mash up of the vegan cheese/egg and hash brown all on an English muffin to be honest. But surprisingly the flavors flow well all together. An extra side of the chipotle aioli is a must for me! In general I like extra sauce for just about everything. But with all the somewhat starchy ingredients it can be a little on the drier side. So I suggest ordering extra sauce to balance the textures out. My boyfriend who is a meat eater wasn't a big fan of the eggs but did like the sandwich without them. We were both very full! You could definitely eat half and save the other half for later. Though it's a little "pricy" for just one sandwich. With all the ingredients, you're paying for a full breakfast just stacked on one sandwich! And you're also supporting a local business, which I love to support our community. Next time I'd like to try a Classic Impossible Burger!

100% plant based and it is so good and flavorful. I have had plenty of mid vegan food but this…read moreplace is so delicious. Everything I have had so far is numero uno. Sauzage Vgmuffin: I crave this thing on the weekly. Full of flavor and so filling. That sauzage flavor just burst in your mouth. Bakon Vgmuffin: also quite good in its own way. Fsh filet: very tasty and worth getting. Plenty of sauce on this thing. Yum! Classic burger: I was never a burger person. But this was so good and will get it again. French fries: getting it hot and fresh, salty goodness. First thing I eat after I pick up my food. Now, I ordered online on their website and in 20-30 min my order is ready. They have a tiny parking lot but usually you can find street parking. The entrance has a display of all the restaurants and you push the call button and someone will come out and bring your grub. One of the times I ordered, I came late to pick up my food and assuming it was the owner, he said my fries got cold and if I waited 5 min he could make me a fresh batch and gave me ketchup too. That was so kind and thoughtful and very much appreciated. Overall, I love supporting small businesses, and the food is delicious. How can I not support my fellow vegan viet business owner. Order some food! You will not regret it.

The first time I came here I ordered a bakers dozen to share with family (: i got to try the…read morestrawberry sando and the mango one, but i ordered several flavors that I haven't tried yet. The second time I came I got to try strawberry, the smoked salmon one, and the fried shrimp one. I love the taste of white bread and cream! It reminds me of my childhood, when I use to make ice cream sandwiches with white bread. The sweet flavors are so delicious and nostalgic, whereas the savory flavors are so delicious and makes a perfect morning snack. The smoked salmon reminds me of a lox bagel but in a sandwich form. The fried shrimp one was recommended by the worker and it was tasty! This place is definitely on my list the next time I am in town! Come early for more options!

Vibe: quick sandwich pick up (premade) Service: standard…read more Items ordered: - miso tonkatsu 8/10 good flavor but slightly salty - Ube 7.8/10 light Ube flavor