Seattle’s culinary scene is set to come alive this summer as the Bite of Seattle returns after a three-year hiatus. The premier food festival, which has become an iconic event for Seattle, will take place from July 21-23 at Seattle Center. Over 500,000 guests are expected to attend the festival and taste bites from 200 of the region’s finest restaurants and specialty food purveyors.
Mayor Bruce Harrell said that the vision for a vibrant and thriving Seattle includes bringing communities together through shared experiences to celebrate what makes the region special. “The Bite of Seattle has been a beloved tradition for nearly forty years that uplifts our city’s world-class culinary scene and local small businesses, and we’re thrilled to be able to bring it back to the Seattle Center campus this summer,” Harrell added.
One exciting new feature at The Bite of Seattle is the implementation of CHEQ’s technology. Festival-goers will be able to order directly from their phones using the CHEQ app, saving valuable time and streamlining the experience of ordering bites. They will also be able to discover and learn about restaurants on the app, giving attendees the opportunity to find new gems in the greater Seattle area.
CHEQ’s CEO, Thomas Lapham, expressed his excitement about partnering with Seattle Center for this year’s festival. He said, “We’re excited to help make The Bite of Seattle even better for attendees this year.”
The Bite of Seattle is not just about improving the festival experience for attendees. CHEQ’s platform is also helping local restaurants flourish by connecting its base of users to amazing restaurants in the community. This is a win-win for everyone involved as festival-goers get to discover new restaurants, and local businesses benefit from increased exposure and sales.
The return of the Bite of Seattle has been highly anticipated as it is considered a keystone festival integral to the revitalization of Seattle Center and the greater downtown area. Interim Seattle Center Director, Marshall Foster said, “In the darkest days of the pandemic, it was hard to imagine getting back to where we are now. The return of the Bite of Seattle is an integral part of the revitalization of Seattle Center and the greater downtown.”
With over 500,000 attendees, 50+ musical performances, and 200 different food booths, this year’s festival promises to be a memorable experience for everyone. The Bite of Seattle is a must-attend event for foodies, families, music fans, and anyone looking to experience the best of Seattle’s culinary scene. Don’t miss out on the fun – mark your calendars for July 21-23, 2023!
