WELCOME TO THE EASTSIDE

BELLEVUE – ISSAQUAH – REDMOND – AND BEYOND

I’M GLAD
YOU’RE HERE!

I’m Megan, the face behind the keyboard and camera at Discover the Eastside and passionate fan of this amazing corner of the Pacific Northwest I call home. I’m on a mission to share my love of this incredible community and the best of Seattle’s Eastside suburbs with residents, visitors, and those looking to move to the area. I write a variety of informational and opinion pieces focused primarily on life in five of the largest cities of East King County: Redmond, Bellevue, Kirkland, Sammamish and Issaquah; but often explore surrounding communities such as Woodinville and those in the Snoqualmie Valley as well!

Monsoon restaurant on Old Main St in Bellevue, WA

MORE THAN JUST SEATTLE’S SUBURBS

The suburbs that make up the Eastside of Washington’s King County have long established themselves as a vibrant, diverse place to visit and call home. With unprecedented access to the outdoors and an abundance of wonderful cuisine, there’s no shortage of hidden gems to discover on what Seattle area locals refer to as “The Eastside.”

New to the Eastside? Check out a map of the region, learn the basics, and read our site’s origin story on our About page. Ready to explore more? Jump right into our content below!

EAT + DRINK

There are tons of fabulous spots to dine all around the Eastside, and we’re determined to taste test all the best restaurants, cafes, coffee houses, and more. Check out our growing list of favorites!

Eat + Drink

The Best Coffee Shops on Seattle’s Eastside: An Ultimate Roundup List

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Eat + Drink

Discovering the Breweries on Seattle’s Eastside

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Eat + Drink

Eight Eastside Sushi Restaurants to Satiate Your Seafood Cravings

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SEE + DO

From outdoor excursions, events, and other local recreation, we’re just getting started sharing what our little corner of the Pacific Northwest has to offer.