West Seattle construction: Demolition day for ex-Red Star Pizza

(WSB photos)

Thanks to Todd at West Seattle Autoworks (WSB sponsor) for the tip – demolition is under way in the 7700 block of 35th SW, at the site of the future Clearview Eye and Laser headquarters, formerly Red Star Pizza and two old houses. Seattle Fire crews were practicing at the site last weekend, generally a sign that demolition is about to start.

It’s been almost two years since we first reported on the plan; Red Star was at that point looking for a new location, but ultimately just closed and didn’t reopen. The three-story clinic project passed Design Review last April; here’s one of its final renderings:

(Renderings by PB Architects)
And we’ll note again that John’s Corner Deli at 35th/Webster is staying – that part of the property is *not* part of the clinic project.

Jay Koster February 19, 2016 (10:21 am)

Sneaky photos! Glad to see I’ve made the blog (that’s me walking away from the demo site in the first photo).

Jeanie February 19, 2016 (4:15 pm)

Ha! Now you’re famous, Jay!

shannon February 19, 2016 (7:08 pm)

I will miss that place. RED STAR will always be the best pizza in West Seattle!!!

Marq February 20, 2016 (12:26 am)

Gonna go against the grain and throw in a “good riddance!” I was not a Red Star fan at all.

Brian Zenk February 24, 2016 (12:43 pm)

Red Star Pizza was the best Pizza in West Seattle – I miss them and and their food greatness ! Red Star Alien food connection All about RED STAR PIZZA

HelperMonkey February 24, 2016 (12:56 pm)

yeah, the best…unless you needed them to deliver on time, answer their phones, actually be there, not be rude jerks on the phone. yeah, the best. if only it were as simple as just the pizza. their customer service was deplorable. Viva Proletariat!