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Five years have passed since the restaurant il Nido opened in the historic Alki Homestead/Fir Lodge (2717 61st SW). We received this anniversary announcement today: Our staff at il Nido wanted to...

https://westseattleblog.com/2024/05/biznote-five-years-for-il-nido-at-alki-homestead/

After two reader tips, we’ve just confirmed with a spokesperson for restaurateur Brian Clevenger that one of his West Seattle restaurants, Haymaker (4706 California SW), has closed. His other r...

https://westseattleblog.com/2024/05/biznote-haymaker-closes-in-the-junction/

Today we welcome two new WSB sponsors, The Alpine Diner and Big Mario’s, neighbors sharing the space at 9635 16th SW in White Center. As new sponsors, here’s what they would like you to know:...

https://westseattleblog.com/2024/05/the-alpine-diner-and-big-marios-in-white-center-welcome-new-wsb-sponsors/

Darlene Hampton has officially opened Jarays Grill and Lounge in the former Tug Inn/Bee’s Plumbing space at 2216 SW Orchard, just north of Home Depot. We took a look inside just before opening:...

https://westseattleblog.com/2024/05/biznote-jarays-grill-and-lounge-opens-on-orchard/

(March photo courtesy Luna Park Café owner John Bennett) When Luna Park Café celebrated its 35th anniversary in March, owner John Bennett told us they hoped to add dinner this spring. Now, he s...

https://westseattleblog.com/2024/05/biznote-followup-luna-park-cafe-expanding-to-dinner-hours/

The city Office of Labor Standards announced today that it has settled with Chipotle over alleged labor-law violations at eight area restaurants. We confirmed with the city that the West Seattle ...

https://westseattleblog.com/2024/04/chipotle-reaches-3-million-settlement-with-city-on-alleged-labor-law-violations-heres-how-west-seattle-factors-into-it/

Thanks for the tips. What’s going into the former Pizzeria Credo space at 4520 California SW has finally been revealed, with the new awning signage shown above: Pegasus Pizza. The owners are th...

https://westseattleblog.com/2024/04/biznote-return-of-pegasus-pizza/

By Tracy Record West Seattle Blog editor From milk tea to soul food to vegan burgers, dozens of choices are on the menu at West Seattle’s Distinguished Foods. Actually, that’s “menus” –...

https://westseattleblog.com/2024/04/see-whos-and-whats-cooking-inside-west-seattle-virtual-restaurants-hub-distinguished-foods/

(Image from SDOT traffic camera looking at Easy Street’s corner) Big news from Easy Street! Here’s the announcement After 25 years, Easy Street (Café) is extending its hours. Open until 6. 7...

https://westseattleblog.com/2024/04/biznote-easy-street-cafe-expands-hours/

Two food biznotes tonight: (Photo sent by Joel) IN PIZZA WE CRUST: Thanks to everyone who sent photos of the signage that’s popped up in the windows at 3207 California SW, where The Swinery rec...

https://westseattleblog.com/2024/04/biznotes-in-pizza-we-crust-lotus-on-the-beach/

(Photo sent by Andreea) Readers have been asking about the status of the new restaurant moving into the ex-Pegasus space at 2768 Alki Avenue SW, now that signage is up. Lotus on the Beach is hopi...

https://westseattleblog.com/2024/03/biznote-lotus-on-the-beach-close-to-opening/

12:01 PM: One month after Mission Cantina closed at 2325 California SW after 19 years, it has new owners who plan to reopen the restaurant/bar soon. Here’s the announcement we received a short ...

https://westseattleblog.com/2024/03/biznote-followup-mission-cantina-reopening-with-new-owners/

(Photos courtesy John Bennett) A milestone birthday for a West Seattle restaurant! Luna Park Café (2918 SW Avalon Way) is celebrating 35 years in business. Owner John Bennett sent photos, includ...

https://westseattleblog.com/2024/03/biznote-happy-35th-birthday-luna-park-cafe/

After 15 years at 3207 California SW, The Swinery is closing. Its proprietors asked us to publish this announcement: Dearest customers, it breaks our hearts to announce that the Swinery will be c...

https://westseattleblog.com/2024/03/biznote-the-swinery-announces-its-closing/

Another option for lunch in West Seattle! After many years of serving dinner only, West Seattle Junction Japanese restaurant – with a focus on sustainable seafood – Mashiko has added lunch. P...

https://westseattleblog.com/2024/03/biznote-mashiko-adds-lunch/