Issaquah Buzz

Officially, Burgermaster will open for business with its full menu on May 26th! Watch as Mayor Mullet gets a behind-the-scenes tour from Burgermaster CEO Alex Jensen while his team puts the final touches on the restaurant ahead of the grand opening.

This edition of Issaquah Buzz is packed with restaurant news, business openings and closures, outdoor adventures, and community events around Issaquah! Autumn and Alexis cover everything from the rumored arrival of Dave’s Hot Chicken and Wingstop to new spots like Glossy Beans Cafe, Chan Kitchen, and Issho Ramen. Plus, hear about exciting progress on H Mart, late-night eats at The Bar & Grill, spring happenings around town, and an unforgettable paragliding experience off Pooh Pooh Point. We also spotlight Formula Brewing and its growing role as a community gathering place.

Businesses Mentioned in This Episode: 

Dave’s Hot Chicken (rumored) — Former Cafe Rio location, 317 NW Gilman Blvd.

Wingstop (coming soon) — Highlands area near Agave Cocina & Tequilas, 1567 Highlands Dr NE

H Mart (coming soon) — 11475 11th Ave NW

Glossy Beans Cafe — 188 NW Shy Bear Way

Costco Flagship Store — 1801 10th Ave NW

Masthi Bar & Grill — 984 NE Park Dr

Issho Ramen — 5614 E Lake Sammamish Pkwy SE

Chan Kitchen Issaquah — 95 Front St N, Issaquah

Iconic Nails Lounge — 147 Front St N, Issaquah

SpringFest at Gilman Village — 317 NW Gilman Blvd, Issaquah

Lake Sammamish Paddle Company — Tibbetts Beach, Lake Sammamish State Park, 2000 NW Sammamish Rd

Issaquah Farmers Market — Pickering Barn, 1730 10th Ave NW

Seattle Paragliding — 11206 Issaquah-Hobart Road Southeast

Northwest Paragliding — 475 Front St S, Issaquah

JoJo’s — 98 Front St N

Formula Brewing — 1875 NW Poplar Way

A new cafe coming to the Talus neighborhood, a ribbon cutting at RaajGharana Indian Restaurant & Bar and announcing a festival coming to Issaquah in August!

In this episode, Autumn Monahan and Alexis Fitzsimmons dive into local business gossip, new restaurants, and New Year fitness inspiration—all while highlighting the many ways to support Issaquah businesses in the new year. From exciting openings like Woods Coffee and a new Indian grill, to plant startups, neighborhood gathering spots, and a deep dive into Issaquah’s gyms, yoga studios, and outdoor fitness options—there’s something here for everyone to start of the New Year with a bang.

☕ Featured Food, Coffee & Drink Businesses •Woods Coffee •Indian Grill •New Front Street pan-Asian Restaurant at the old No. 96 Location •Trailhead Taps & Bottles

🌱 Featured Retail & Specialty Businesses •Nuta •Issaquah Lumber

🏋️ Featured Gyms & Fitness Centers Planet Fitness 24 Hour Fitness CrossFit Issaquah Monday Fitness Orangetheory Fitness Barre3 Iron & Company Fit Box Issaquah Community Center

🧘 Featured Yoga & Wellness Studios Spiral Yoga Hot Yoga Experience Yoga Six Issaquah Arise Yoga & Wellness Pilates Studio 11

In this holiday edition of Issaquah Buzz, Autumn Monahan and Alexis Fitzsimmons cover it all—from post-storm business check-ins to major retail news, including J.Crew Factory coming to Gilman and updates on Costco’s fuel station expansion. They also highlight newly opened businesses, dog-friendly delights, hot yoga, family-friendly indoor play, and the best spots to shop local this season. Plus, don’t miss festive events and what’s coming up as Issaquah heads into the New Year.