Rascals Public House — Restaurant in Bellevue

I’ve been a regular at Rascals for over a year now, and I can confidently say: this place is a must-visit. Whether you're here for the sports game of the night, the killer fried chicken, or just the all-around good vibes, Rascals delivers every time.

From the moment you step inside, the atmosphere is instantly welcoming. It's downstairs and always refreshingly cool, with a vibrant, eclectic decor that makes you want to stay awhile—think plant-sculpted bears, seasonal plague doctor outfits (yes, really), whimsical maps, cozy bookshelves, and even a dinosaur perched above the bar. It’s fun, funky, and totally dopamine-boosting. Shoutout to Carrie, the incredibly kind and delightfully quirky owner, for curating such a joyful space.

Let’s talk food and drinks — because that’s what will keep you coming back. The fried chicken? Easily some of the best in the area. Crispy, juicy, and full of flavor. Try the new Chicken Tender meal with two sides (pro tip: get the mashed potatoes and gravy). If you’re into heat, the Nashville Hot Honey Sandwich is a spicy, satisfying twist on a classic.

Thirsty? Their drink selection has something for everyone. I’m a big fan of the Tieton Hard Apple Cider, while my best friend swears by the house Rascals Lager. And if you visit for brunch, do not skip the Bloody Mary with Dr. Vodka — Carrie infuses the vodka herself, and it's so flavorful and smooth. I’ve actually ordered shots of it on its own (and I’m usually not a shot person!). During brunch, they even play cartoons on the projector, adding a fun, cozy vibe that’s hard to beat.

Into sports or trivia? Rascals has you covered there too. Catch the latest Seattle game on their projector screen, or join in on Trivia Mondays — with prizes for the top 3 teams and $4 canned beers, it’s the perfect start to your week. And yes, the portion sizes are generous, so you’ll likely leave with leftovers for a second round at home.

Rascals Public House is the kind of place that turns first-time visitors into regulars. Between the friendly staff, delicious food, creative drinks, and vibrant energy, it’s more than just a bar or restaurant—it’s a feel-good hangout you’ll want to return to again and again. Special shoutouts to Ginger, Brandon, Jung, Ernie, and obviously Carrie! Thanks for curating such a great space!

Trust me: go check out Rascals. You’re going...

I’ve been waiting for this place to open for a while, so I was so excited to visit there for there first time. And here’s how it went. Everything was great, kinda weird that our bartender kept saying “no pressure” whenever he asked us if we wanted food or drinks, but that’s beside the point. I have asked the bartender twice “what’s your well bourbon?” Because I just wanted some simple whiskey highball for a nightcap or two. He said that their pub is a bourbon and rye heavy whisk(e)y place, and told us their well bourbons are “Jim Beam, Jack, Crown Royal, and Bulleit.” I’ve asked this question twice to be sure because their happy hour starts at 10pm, and their well drinks are $6. He said the same thing after 10pm as well. My exact phrase was “Wow, you guys have Bulleit in the well?”because that’s not so usual. When I was getting the first highball, he asked me if I wanted it in a short glass or tall glass. I told him that I wanted it in a tall glass. Generally speaking, the amount of alcohol you pour in the short and tall are the same, but the mixer or soda you get are different. The tall drinks have more mixer/soda in them and are more dilute. I have never asked for a double. What a surprise. When we got the bill, the “well” Bulleit and ginger ale wasn’t $6. We’ve kindly let the bartender know that the happy hour price wasn’t reflected in the check. He then tried to claim that “Bulleit is in the other well, the premium well, so it’s not part of the well drinks. I gave you a double pour, that’s a generous pour. Your drink would have been double the price.” Let us go back to the beginning. Did he say it’s in the other premium well when I asked him the same question twice? Also, who asked for a double, because it wasn’t me. He did take care of the beer that my husband got, which was nice of him, but what we wished to have was a better hospitality, a better customer service. That’s all we ask for. This place has a potential. Just with much better service. No one asked for a free drink or...

I can’t believe I waited so long to come here! The food was amazing, service exceptional, clean, and designed gorgeously. We were the first of a few couples that came in before 6pm on a Saturday (which shocked me because I love this place now, where is everyone else eating?) so lots of seating options. The food took as long as expected, and came out hot and perfectly presented.

❤️We got a margarita, a non-alcoholic drink, The Cut, the Rascally Bird, and 2 Cookies for $70 before tip. I feel the prices were great considering the quality of the food and service.

🧡THE FRIES ARE AMAZING!! Will definitely be returning for at the very least drinks and fries on a night out.

💛My partner and I walked from home so I can’t say anything for parking. 💛Looks to be accessible!! An elevator at the top of the tall staircase leading into the restaurant for folks who need it.

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The Berry Margarita and non-alcoholic Jalapeño Watermelon cocktail. Margarita was good, the other drink did not get finished. Wasn’t my partners thing!

The plates made the dishes look cool for sure, but make it hard to keep crumbs on the plate, I feel like I made a mess lol.

$19 Rascally Bird, ordered without tomatoes and with the Rascally sauce on the side. A good amount of turkey meat and super thick slices of bacon! Had to take half the sandwich home.

$2 for one Cookie. Can tell they’re baked fresh to order because they took a few minutes to come out and the inside was verrrrrry...