Not For Tourists Guide to Seattle (2016)

Eastside

Map 44

As the third largest institution of higher education in Washington, Bellevue Community College sends more transfer students to four-year universities than any other community college in the state. At first glance the region appears to be quiet residential suburbs, but the proximity of I-90 and I-405 can make this area hell during rush hour.

✵ 148th Ave Coffee Shop ✵

2649 Landerholm Circle SE

Spacious non-chain option.

✵ BigFoot Java ✵ 5157 Lakemont Blvd SE

425-391-1976

Decent joe courtesy your favorite blurry hirsute pal.

✵ Cafe Bella ✵ 106 148th Ave NE

425-747-2781

Roadside coffee with a nice personality.

✵ Megan’s Coffee Corner ✵ 15100 SE 38th St

425-747-4410

Beloved Bellevue coffee shack.

✵ Sawdust Coffee Company ✵ 4055 Factoria Blvd SE

425-643-2518

They’re selling themselves short. Their coffee is way better than sawdust.