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520 Bar & Grill
Bellevue’s upscale Neighborhood Bar with GOOD FOOD. Everything is freshly prepared. Voted best meeting spot 4 years in a row. An Eastside tradition. 520 is the place where Bellevue meets for lunch, gathers for after-work cocktails, celebrates anniversaries, birthdays and friendship!
Kids are welcome too.
520 Bar & Grill wears many hats; sidewalk café and romantic moon lit dining in the summer, private gathering facility when requested, and local pub every day of the week. WE LOVE SPECIAL OCCASIONS. Regardless of the occasion or setting, we offer the finest food and highest quality beverages, all served by friendly, professional staff.
Have you tried our fresh soup of the day?
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Kids are welcome too.
520 Bar & Grill wears many hats; sidewalk café and romantic moon lit dining in the summer, private gathering facility when requested, and local pub every day of the week. WE LOVE SPECIAL OCCASIONS. Regardless of the occasion or setting, we offer the finest food and highest quality beverages, all served by friendly, professional staff.
Have you tried our fresh soup of the day?
49 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Rating Breakdown 49 reviews
5 stars
(10)
4 stars
(21)
3 stars
(12)
2 stars
(5)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(30)
- vibrant bar scene(30)
- hot spot(17)
- great for outdoor dining(12)
- great for lunch(10)
- fit for foodies(9)
520 Bar & Grill Reviews List
Review 1 for 520 Bar & Grill
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I don't think you want to go if you are really hungry for a good meal...however, for hanging out and munching with friends...its perfect."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 2 for 520 Bar & Grill
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The bar is noisy but outside was quite pleasant. As it got dark they lit the heaters and kept us warm. My date was an hour late and they let me just sit there at a premium outside table and drink water while I waited impatiently. Busy place. Easy to make reservations for outside but make them for 15 min before you really need them and show up early to make sure you get a spot."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion
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Review 3 for 520 Bar & Grill
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Not sure why people go here--
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Poor service, inexperienced wait staff. Food was tasty however.
Very Bellevueish. :("
Very Bellevueish. :("
Dined on 4/25/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 4 for 520 Bar & Grill
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A great experience!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had been wanting to try 520 Bar & Grill for some time now and decided to take advantage of a sunny day to go for lunch and sit outside. We were not disappointed! The outdoor seating along the sidewalk was great for people watching while enjoying the spring sunshine. Our server was very genuine and attentive, and took the extra step by bringing a glass of ice cubes to help cool down freshly brewed ice tea and rounded up some bread for us which isn't usually available. He helped recommend favorite items on the menu and he was right on! The food was outstanding and had reasonable portion sizes. I'm so glad we were finally able to experience 520 Bar & Grill and look forward to coming back soon - especially to enjoy the outdoor seating."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 5 for 520 Bar & Grill
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Much too loud! Happy Hour
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Much too loud! Happy Hour now ends at 5:20PM, and does not extend to service on the patio. we probably won't be going back as often."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for 520 Bar & Grill
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
great food, great service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"great food, great service - but very noisy .. not a place to go if you want to have quiet conversation. We were there at 6:30pm on a WED .. I could barely hear the person sitting next to me talking."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2007
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Review 7 for 520 Bar & Grill
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
It's loud, it's lively, it's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It's loud, it's lively, it's fun. We ran into so many people we knew, it was great. It was like having a fun dinner party at home without the dishes or stress, but all the fun conversation. The food was good, the drinks were great, and we truly had a fun time. After dinner we hung out on the new side and had drinks and dessert. It was good. I'll be back!"
Dined on 04/16/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 8 for 520 Bar & Grill
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Way too loud. Expensive for
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Way too loud. Expensive for what we got"
Dined on 04/02/2013
2012
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Review 9 for 520 Bar & Grill
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Too noisy for dining
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was great. Service was excellent. A bit too loud for my taste."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 10 for 520 Bar & Grill
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
You will be seen at this scene!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"What fun! We ran into many other friends there so don't go if you are trying to sneak around or have an overly romantic evening!"
Dined on 03/29/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem
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Review 11 for 520 Bar & Grill
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
520 Bar & Grill - would go back
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It was a little less intimate than we were hoping for. However, if you're looking for a hot spot with an energetic bar atmosphere - this is the place for you! Glad I made a reservation though - not much area for people to be waiting for a table."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 12 for 520 Bar & Grill
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Not a Happy Camper
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"When my credit card info was stolen after lunch there recently and I notified the owner, her cavalier attitude about what had happened surprised me...so I will not be visiting them again."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2008
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Review 13 for 520 Bar & Grill
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Kind of noisy, but great food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Kind of noisy, but great food and service."
Dined on 02/27/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 14 for 520 Bar & Grill
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Unfortunately they had a very
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Unfortunately they had a very large group that night. We decided to leave after appetizers."
Dined on 02/28/2013
2010
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Review 15 for 520 Bar & Grill
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We went with good friends
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went with good friends to watch the super bowl. Good apps for happy hour as well as good deals on soothing beverages.Dinner was enjoyed by all. We were well attended too."
Dined on 02/03/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 16 for 520 Bar & Grill
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
520 Bar and Grill is a great
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"520 Bar and Grill is a great little restaurant for lunch and/or dinner in the Bellevue area!"
Dined on 02/01/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 17 for 520 Bar & Grill
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This is a good, casual neighborhood
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This is a good, casual neighborhood restaurant. The food was good and the bar selection was good. The only negative is that it was pretty noisy and even though we had a reservation, they didn't know where to put our party of 4.( We got used to the noise)"
Dined on 01/26/2013
2009
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 18 for 520 Bar & Grill
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
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Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was great and we had fast and friendly service. The noise level was very high and made it hard to have a conversation."
Dined on 01/12/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 19 for 520 Bar & Grill
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Very very loud. Not good
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very very loud. Not good for a first date"
Dined on 01/18/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 20 for 520 Bar & Grill
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Don't waste your money
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had horrible service. Our waitress checked on us once. We were there for almost 3 hours, she didn't even take our drink order until we had been waiting for 45 minutes and we had to flag her down. I have been to 520 multiple times and think of it as a neighborhood gem. Sub par service is something I come to expect however the food and drink usually brings me back."
Dined on 01/17/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Ratings-Only Reviews for 520 Bar & Grill
Based on the average of (29) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
2 out of 2 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic