BIZNOTE: Delphinium Delicatessen planned south of Admiral

Another new business location that just turned up in city permit filings this week already has put up signage. Thanks to Stacy for the tip on that; we went by 3902 California SW this afternoon to see the site for forthcoming Delphinium Delicatessen. It’s planned for the space inhabited by West Seattle Tattoo before that business joined the exodus to The Junction. Here’s a closer look at what the signage says:

(If you can’t read the fine print, it promises, “A specialty market with fine groceries and goods.”) On its early-stage website, Delphinium also promises “whole-wheel cheeses.” The site plan shows a kitchen – might that mean prepared food? We have a message out to the proprietor to find out more.

8 Replies to "BIZNOTE: Delphinium Delicatessen planned south of Admiral"

  • aa February 27, 2026 (8:30 pm)

    Any chance there is another way to enter for people with mobility issues? 

    • Mellow Kitty February 28, 2026 (9:35 am)

      I think there’s an entrance in the back. I’m not 100% positive though. 

  • Flounder February 27, 2026 (8:59 pm)

    OMG. Just let her open her business  

    • aa February 28, 2026 (10:04 am)

      What gives you the right to judge me for having a disability and asking a simple question.

      • Admiral Neighbor February 28, 2026 (11:57 am)

        aa asked a simple, reasonable question, clearly as a potential customer, never once suggesting that the business shouldn’t open. The older I get, the more loved ones I have who experience mobility and access issues (myself included). Disability can happen to anyone at any time, at any age, and improving access to businesses and services benefits everyone.I’m hoping that in the ambiguous context of comment threads, Flounder’s comment was actually intended to express general enthusiasm—“OMG, permits take so long, and I can’t wait for this business to open!!” —and the coincidence of their comment appearing directly below aa’s just resulted in misinterpretation.In any case, I’m super excited to check out Delphinium once it opens! We’re lucky to have great small businesses in our area, and I’m happy to support them. 

  • HawkFan12 February 27, 2026 (9:52 pm)

    I hope they have delicious, NY style sandwiches! 

  • David February 28, 2026 (5:35 am)

    Is this “deli” going to serve sandwiches or is it just wine and cheese?

  • thee February 28, 2026 (9:08 am)

    italian subitalian subitalian subwill this into existence.

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