"Eight Row was one of Seattle’s most notable restaurants since it opened in 2019. It quickly earned accolades, including being a semifinalist in the James Beard Awards in 2022 and 2023 and in the beverage category this year. The restaurant put significant effort into its nonalcoholic beverages and hosted meetings for the hospitality industry addiction support group Ben’s Friends. However, due to a substantial rent increase, the owners decided to close the restaurant at the end of June 2023. Despite its closure, the restaurant remains a significant part of Seattle’s culinary history." - Harry Cheadle
