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Readers' Choice: 520 Bar and Grill is Top Outdoor Dining Spot

The restaurant on Old Main earned the most votes in last week's Readers' Choice poll.

Outdoor dining season is in full swing here in the Pacific Northwest, and Bellevue Patch readers have named as their favorite spot to dine in the sunshine. 

Owned by Randi and Joseph Brazen, who are dedicated, hardworking and well-known in local real estate, 520 Bar and Grill is a cozy and comfortable bar downtown.

and not after the bridge, as one might have assumed.

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In addition to its large, wooden bar inside, it boasts an outdoor patio surrounded by thick bushes for a secluded feel - perfect for a relaxing drink outside.

The menu offers a large selection of beer, wine and liquor plus an eclectic variety of delicious, incredibly fresh food at reasonable prices. 

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 wrote: 

Great weather, Great food, Great people! Who can ask for more. With the new expansion + patio open + great weather + NEW items on the menu = A FANTASTIC time for whatever you're looking for!

This week's poll continues the outdoor dining theme but will likely feature locations that enable you to enjoy your meal a fair distance from the nearest parking lot: best spot for a barbecue. What's your suggestion? Let us know in the comments.


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