BIZNOTE: Driftwood on Alki reopening on Friday

Multiple readers reported a startlingly empty space at the restaurant/bar Driftwood (2722 Alki Avenue SW) and wondered what happened. No, Driftwood – which opened seven months ago – did NOT shut down. It did have to close temporarily earlier this week, co-proprietor Jackie Mallahan confirms: “We had to have our floors redone and take care of a small water leak.” They had hoped to reopen in time for dinner tonight but Jackie tells us this morning that they won’t be able to open until tomorrow (Friday): “Unfortunately the floors have not cured enough and we are not able to move the kitchen equipment back in.” They’re notifying tonight’s reservation-holders this morning.

Sillygoose July 27, 2023 (10:16 am)

Whew, just tried Driftwood last weekend, and it was delicious!! We sat at the bar and had impeccable service along with a delicious meal. Happy to hear they arent closing.

Og delridge July 27, 2023 (1:00 pm)

Any word on 5 guys opening date?

WSB July 27, 2023 (1:02 pm)

No – one reader said last week she had called and someone answered the phone and told her today – but we went by about an hour ago, still closed. I’m checking back with their media folks this afternoon and of course will publish something separate if we get news.
- Adam July 27, 2023 (3:25 pm)
  
  Yesterday I saw a ton of workers there, so many that I assumed they were doing training or orientation, but all were in uniform. Sounds like it’s nearly ready!

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