WEST SEATTLE BIZNOTES: One close to opening, one suddenly shutters

Two West Seattle biznotes:

JUST POKE: On the way for 5 1/2 years, the regional chain Just Poké is finally close to opening in West Seattle. Mel sent the photo after noticing the sign had gone up Thursday at the future Just Poké at 4735 42nd SW, across from Jefferson Square, four-plus months after construction began, four years after the previous tenant vacated. We checked today with JP founder Norman Wu about opening plans; he tells us “We’re currently on track to open the last week of June!”

SPORT CLIPS: Thanks to Richard for the tip on this. After almost six years in central Westwood Village, Sport Clips – part of a national chain that specializes in “haircuts for men and boys” – has shut down and cleared out, signage and all. We don’t know how long ago they closed, but Richard thought it was relatively recent.

11 Replies to "WEST SEATTLE BIZNOTES: One close to opening, one suddenly shutters"

  • guitarguy June 2, 2023 (12:26 pm)

    Not surprised that Westwood SportsClips closed;  the owner was a terrible manager with no expertise or desire in marketing/promotion to keep faithful customers.  He raised prices,  offered no incentives for repeat customers and cancelled the little cards that would give you a discount about eight or so haircuts.  The staff their was great….sad to see them go.

    • Sarah June 2, 2023 (12:42 pm)

      Would be great to know where the staff went, maybe they will rent a chair elsewhere etc! 

      • WSB June 2, 2023 (2:46 pm)

        One person commenting on our Twitter post of this link says stylist Amanda has moved to the Renton Landing Sport Clips.

      • Lesley June 5, 2023 (2:32 pm)

        The sign on the door had said that Amanda and Tracy would be working at the Kent location.

  • Buncake June 2, 2023 (3:12 pm)

    Barbers/ salons need better advertising for prices and especially for a basic buzz or style for short cuts. Everywhere has weird numbers they throw out if they had a flat rate without tax they would make good business. Example:  25$ 40$ 50$ etc. This is a more attractive to men especially on a work budget who value a solid cost.Rather than a $68.75 Or some $32.50 just round up to the nearest 5 or 10 increment. Better for business we are talking dollars ok.

  • Melissa June 2, 2023 (5:00 pm)

    Speaking of closed businesses, any information on why PNW Baby closed in 35th?

  • WesSea June 2, 2023 (6:45 pm)

    @WSB any insight into why Just Poke’s permitting took so long?

  • Neil June 3, 2023 (8:35 am)

    Wow was at Sports Clips about 2 weeks ago.Can anyone tell me where to go get beard trim? Had stroke and unable to do myself. Plus good hair cut is needed in future.Thanks

    • Joshuas Mom June 3, 2023 (12:11 pm)

      Check out Barbarella’s in White Center ~ I believe they have stylists that specialize in beard sculpting & trims.  Reasonable prices as well.

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