Sidekicks Pub to Close in Bellevue on December 20
DSquared Hospitality Company plans to shut down its pub at the T-Mobile campus due to a lost contract.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Sidekicks Pub at 3655 131st Avenue SE in Bellevue is set to close on December 20, 2026. The move follows the loss of a contract with T-Mobile and will result in the layoff of 83 employees.
Why it matters
The closure stems from the loss of a contract with T-Mobile, which has been reducing its workforce since late 2025. This decision affects 62 full-time and 21 part-time staff members at the Bellevue site.
The closure impacts 83 employees, including 62 full-time and 21 part-time workers. This follows T-Mobile's previous workforce reductions of 131 jobs in October 2025 and 393 jobs in February 2026.
The players
DSquared Hospitality Company
This is the hospitality management firm that operated the Sidekicks Pub.
T-Mobile
This is the national telecommunications provider that maintains a corporate campus in Bellevue.
The details
DSquared Hospitality Company filed a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification to formally announce the closure of the pub. The company cited the termination of its service contract with T-Mobile as the primary reason for the shutdown.
Timeline
August 2025: T-Mobile acquired U.S. Cellular.
October 2025: T-Mobile eliminated 131 jobs.
February 2026: T-Mobile eliminated 393 jobs.
December 20, 2026: Sidekicks Pub shuts down.
2027: Potential continuation of partnership.
Market Landscape
The closure of Sidekicks Pub aligns with the ongoing restructuring efforts at T-Mobile following the company's $4.4 billion acquisition of U.S. Cellular in August 2025. This trend reflects a broader consolidation phase as the corporation streamlines its campus operations and service contracts.
The closure marks the end of dining services for individuals who previously frequented the pub at the T-Mobile campus. Affected employees are currently navigating the transition following the announcement of these layoffs.
The takeaway
The end of this service contract highlights how corporate consolidation often has a ripple effect on auxiliary hospitality providers. Employees and patrons should prepare for continued shifts as companies re-evaluate their onsite amenities and office footprints.
Further reading
For more on local business activity, visit the Bellevue Openings & Closings section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by My Northwest.
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