Campus Life

Microsoft’s Move to Redmond Reshaped the Eastside Forever

You can feel the repercussions all the way in Renton.

05/20/2025 By Eric Nusbaum

Working Lunch

The Eastside’s Most Exclusive Restaurant

A top chef, a low price, and all you have to do is know the right person.

05/14/2025 By Naomi Tomky

Status Symbols

The Meaning of a Microsoft Blue Badge

It’s not just about perks. But yes, it’s about perks.

05/13/2025 By Eric Nusbaum

Over There

Eastside Towns, Then and Now

The suburbs—all grown up.

10/25/2024 By Seattle Met Staff

Get Outside

The Eastside’s Best Parks

Suburban sprawl begets untamed recreation. No trekking up mountain passes required.

10/09/2024 By Taylor McKenzie Gerlach

Eastside Dining Guide

The Best Restaurants in Redmond

From Indian pizza to Korean barbecue.

06/30/2023 By Allecia Vermillion and Seattle Met Staff

Report Card

Which Seattle Private Schools Are Highest Ranked for 2023?

In a city where many families bypass public education, the hierarchy of these institutions matters a little more.

10/12/2022 By Seattle Met Staff

Won't You Be My Neighhhhbor

Property Watch: A Midcentury Ranch for Modern Horses

This Redmond property has more than 35 acres of pasture and forest, plus a log cabin and plenty of stable space.

08/03/2022 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

$900K Showdown

Price Point: Central Townhome vs. Quirky Lakefront Cabin

These homes don't have much in common—but they do both have their own cool fireplace. Which would you choose?

07/01/2022 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

Data Dives

Redmond Grew More Than Any Washington City During Covid Quarantining

But other Eastside suburbs didn’t see similar population bumps.

05/31/2022 By Benjamin Cassidy

Report Card

These King County High Schools Ranked Highest in 2022

The suburbs rock again.

05/09/2022 By Taylor McKenzie Gerlach

Eastside Expansion

Tavolàta and Rubinstein Bagels Head to Downtown Redmond

On the agenda: pasta, breakfast sandwiches, and park-facing patios.

02/22/2022 By Ann Karneus

A Buyer's Guide to the Suburbs

This STEM School in Redmond Is One of the Country's Best

Why Microsoft won’t have to look far for new talent.

03/08/2021 By Benjamin Cassidy

Cups and Cones

Molly Moon's Redmond Location Opens Today

The local ice cream empire has expanded to new territory.

04/07/2016 By Sophia Lizardi

Opening Dispatch

Woodblock in Redmond Grandly Opens March 18

Scotch eggs, craft cocktails, and artistic inspiration

03/10/2016 By Emma Engelfried

Burger Imminence

Scott Staples Opens Feed Co. Burgers in Redmond

With bison patties, classic burgers, and seasonal produce that's been battered and fried.

07/22/2015 By Allecia Vermillion

Weekly Planner

Nosh Pit Weekly Planner: June 11–17

This week: Whether you're into beer, wine, or spirits, we've got a boozy event for you.

06/10/2014 By Caroline Ferguson

Market Forces

What's New (to Eat) at Seattle Farmers Markets This Year

Moroccan flatbreads, Afghan cuisine, salmon chowder, savory hand pies, and lots of food trucks.

05/09/2014 By Caroline Ferguson

Critic's Notebook

The Eastside Burg Seattle Restaurateurs Can't Get Enough Of

Redmond's looking more like Ballard every day.

04/29/2013 By Kathryn Robinson

Seattle Beer Week

Seattle Beer Week Essentials: The Yard Opens in Greenwood, Stellar Line-up at Super Deli, Cask-o-rama

Let the Beer Bacchanalia Begin.

05/19/2011