Jacques I.
Yelp
Okay, I don't go to places where suits go. Sorry, but I like dive bars and flannel and indie rock music, playing in the background while you sip on a local IPA. So, Suite should be everything I'm not a fan of, yet, there is a lot to like about this place.
Their happy hour is an awesome deal. In fact, it's one of the best in Bellevue. There are several appetizer items that are less than 10 dollars. They have house wines for six bucks. A dollar off drafts. But my favorite deal is that they have half-off cocktails. And these cocktails are craft cocktails that are strong on aaaalcohol. That's my kinda jam. You can also ask the server to customize it, so that if you don't like sweet cocktails, the bartender will lighten up on the sour mix, etc... They are very accommodating here.
Servers are all so sweet. I've never had a negative experience here. They are friendly, frequently check in with tables, happy to make recommendations and provide substitutions to menu items.
I also recently found out that in the summer they have Yappy Hour every Tuesday on the patio! From 3 to 7, there are happy hour specials and dogs are more than welcome to lounge out on the patio. I actually didn't even know there was a patio for Suite until I met up with friends here for Yappy Hour, as they told me about this Tuesday special. If you're a dog parent or just dog enthusiast (as you should be!) then you will have to visit on Tuesdays this summer. There are a ton of dogs on the patio, some even lying on the comfy outdoor couches! I love it. Plus, they host special events where Motley Zoo and Tito's Vodka will visit during Yappy Hour, to talk about their programs, give out freebies like dog leashes and water bowls, and even have animals to adopt! People have to hold me back when I see animals up for adoption because I can't ever say no to animals!
Overall, Suite is a great lounge and bar in Downtown Bellevue - even, for me, someone who usually stays away from places where suits and short skirts hang. You'd think I'd stay away from this place, but I'm a fan. (I just may be the only one dressed down though.) See you at Suite on Tuesdays!