We’re having fun now….
Shawn O’Donnell’s American Grill and Irish Pub just opened their doors in Smith Tower. While they are having fun with the beer theme, Shawn and the gang have created a welcoming place for all ages. You’ve got to stop by to meet them and see what they did to this gorgeous space.
The long-awaited opening of Altstadt is tantalizingly close. The new “authentic bierhalle and brathaus, German cousin to Hitchcock Restaurant & Deli” will be opening their doors any day now. And thanks to Altstadt owner, Brendan McGill, for the shout out about E. Smith Mercantile’s new bar across the street. We’re all in this together, right?
More about E. Smith Mercantile… The recent Seattle Times article about their new and charming Back Bar will give you an idea of their latest endeavor. If that weren’t enough, they’re also serving coffee and pastries at the bar Monday-Saturday, 10 AM – 2ish. How cool is that?
SO many people will be doing a happy dance when Manu Alfau opens La Bodega at 100 Prefontaine Pl S. If all goes as planned, the neighborhood will be enjoying Puerco Asado con Repollo before the month is out. Check out photos and more news @labodegaseattle.
It’s tough to keep up with all the good press that Pioneer Square businesses are getting these days. Fun posts we saw last week: The Seattle Times wrote about Gina Batali, owner of Salumi’s, and the Friday rush at Il Corvo Pasta got the attention of Seattle Eater. The article about Pioneer Square artist, Celeste Cooning, was tremendous fun. She was responsible for the fabulous installation of sailboat sails that drifted above Occidental Park.
Fun food events are coming to the neighborhood this month, though you’re out of luck if you didn’t jump on the tickets. Both sold out quickly. On November 15, Little Uncle will host Andy Ricker for Pok Pok: Breakfast at Little Uncle. On November 18, Occidental Mall will be transformed when Bar Sajor and The London Plane host an outdoor dining event for Rene Redzepi, chef and owner of the world-renowned Noma Restaurant. Chef Matt Dillon will partner with Blaine Wetzel of Lummi Island’s Willows Inn to prepare a 4-course locally-sourced dinner for those quick enough to get those coveted tickets.
New is fabulous, yet keeping Pioneer Square businesses IN Pioneer Square is just as fabulous. Ebbets Field Flannels is settled in their gorgeous new space at 119 S Jackson. And Tarboo is finally opening a storefront on 2nd Avenue. (Yet another happy dance.) Stay tuned for details about their opening.
Finally, the press was all over the big news about 13 Coins coming to Pioneer Square. It will be at the base of the Embassy Suites Hotel scheduled for construction next year. The 24-hour restaurant will offer yet another dimension to options in Pioneer Square.
Please help me stay on top of the latest news and give me a shout anytime. It’s great to be part of Pioneer Square.
Karen True
Community & Business Development Specialist
Alliance for Pioneer Square
