Issaquah Buzz

Discover what's new in Issaquah! In this episode of Issaquah Buzz, Alexis and Adam cover the biggest business news around town, including the long-awaited UNIQLO grand opening, Wingstop's arrival in the Highlands, the buzz around Nom House Vietnamese Kitchen, local events like Alfresco on Front, and a relaxing visit to Serenity Head Spa. Plus, learn about the exciting new Aircraft Festival, a four-day celebration coming to Issaquah! Whether you're looking for new restaurants, shopping, family activities, or upcoming community events, we've got you covered.
Featured Businesses & Locations
UNIQLO - Issaquah Commons, 975 NW Gilman Blvd.
Wingstop (Issaquah Highlands) 1560 Highlands Dr NE, Suite 120
Nom House Vietnamese Kitchen 1675 Highlands Dr NE, Suite 110
Regal Issaquah Highlands 940 NE Park Dr,
Issaquah Serenity Head Spa 1880 NW Gilman Blvd, Suite F4
Metamorphosis Holistic Med Spa 710 NW Juniper St, Suite 204
Al Fresco on Front Front Street N, Downtown Issaquah

From a brand-new roller skating rink to exciting restaurant openings, Issaquah's business scene is buzzing!
In Episode 41 of Issaquah Buzz, Adam Monahan and Alexis Fitzsimmons share the latest business news from around town, including Rock N Roll Rink, Pier 88 Seafood, Cloud Nine Foot Spa, Glow30, Frontier Dermatology, and the arrival of Quintana Roo USA's North American headquarters. They also discuss Costco's expanded gas station, updates on Uniqlo and J.Crew Factory, Tutta Bella's remodel, and the latest community happenings.
Businesses Episode 41
Rock N Roll Rink - 5700 E Lake Sammamish Pkwy SE, Issaquah, WA 98029
Pier 88 Boiling Seafood & Bar 1620 NW Sammamish Rd, Issaquah, WA 98027
Cloud 9 Foot Spa 7 55 NW Gilman Blvd, Suite C, Issaquah, WA 98027
Glow 30 Issaquah 1520 Highlands Dr NE, Suite 110, Issaquah, WA 98029
Quintana Roo USA (North American HQ & Showroom) 1950 NW Poplar Way, Suite 115, Issaquah, WA 98027
Frontier Dermatology 6520 E Lake Sammamish Pkwy SE, Suite 100, Issaquah, WA 98029
Boehm's Candies 255 NE Gilman Blvd, Issaquah, WA 98027
Trailhead Taps & Bottles 2067 NW Talus Dr, Issaquah, WA 98027
Burgermaster 98 NE Gilman Blvd, Issaquah, WA 98027
JoJo's Coffee 195 Front St N, Issaquah, WA 98027
Adventure Kids Playcare 775 NW Gilman Blvd, Issaquah, WA 98027
Uniqlo (coming soon) 6170 E Lake Sammamish Pkwy SE, Issaquah, WA 98029 (Commons Shopping Center)
J.Crew Factory (coming soon) 6170 E Lake Sammamish Pkwy SE, Issaquah, WA 98029 (Commons Shopping Center)
Tutta Bella Neapolitan Pizzeria 715 NW Gilman Blvd, Issaquah, WA 98027

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.

Welcome to the Holiday Edition of Issaquah Buzz!In this episode, Autumn and Alexis dive into the latest business news, holiday events, and local shopping highlights happening around Issaquah.
🎄 What’s Inside This Episode:
Big retail news: UNIQLO coming to the former Ross space
New local businesses, including Clay Element and the expanding Northwest Pottery Collective
A full rundown of holiday pop-up markets, Small Business Saturday, Artists Sunday, Giving Tuesday, and shopping resources from Visit Issaquah
Gilman Village Holiday Fest, author events, and more community celebrations
Details on the Turkey Trot, Santa photos at the Commons, and a fun Nutcracker production at the high school
A special Business Spotlight featuring Cougar Mountain Zoo’s three new African lion cubs 🦁—and how you can help name them!
If you’ve got business gossip or rumors for a future episode, email us at ed@issaquah.gov.

In this episode of Issaquah Buzz, Autumn Monahan welcomes Alexis Fitzsimmons, Issaquah’s new Economic Development Manager. Alexis shares her background in business attraction, retention, and workforce development, and her excitement about joining the community.
We also dive into: * Retail Gossip: A new luxury men’s clothing store opening in Gilman Village * Burger Master Update: Construction progress and what to expect in 2026 * Family Fun: Indoor Sand Garden play space now open * Tourism Spotlight: Lake Sammamish State Park ranked a top Puget Sound attraction * Salmon Days Preview: Parade, vendors, dock dogs, live music, Sasquatch photo booth, food favorites, and more!
Whether you’re new to town or a longtime local, this episode is packed with insights, updates, and all the excitement leading up to Issaquah’s biggest celebration of the year.

In Episode 34 of Issaquah Buzz: Autumn Monahan sits down with guest Co-Host Christy Garrard, Executive Director of Visit Issaquah, to chat about all things business in Issaquah. Like family-friendly spots like Sand Gardens and Kid Strong, to the debut of JoJo’s Café and all the BUZZ around Wine Me Up in Gilman Village, there’s plenty happening in Issaquah! We also highlight upcoming events including the Wine & Art Walk, Culture Fest, Salmon on Sunset, the Issaquah Open Studio Tour, and more.
✨ Business Spotlight: Wine Me Up – a locally owned wine bar with a fresh vibe, small-business collaborations, and an unforgettable guest experience.
👉 For more events and things to do, check out visitissaquahwa.com.