Death & Co opens in Seattle

US bar operator Death & Co will open its fifth location in Seattle’s historic Pioneer Square next summer.

The bar opened in New York in 2006 and has since opened three more branches in the US: in Denver, Los Angeles and Washington DC.

Scheduled to open in summer 2025, Death & Co Seattle will open in RailSpur, a microdistrict in the city’s Pioneer Square. The historic neighborhood has been preserved and revitalized by developer Urban Villages.

David Kaplan, founder and co-owner of Death & Co, said, “As a longtime admirer of Seattle’s cocktail scene – and a proud resident for three years – we couldn’t be more excited to bring Death & Co to Pioneer Square.

“This city’s incredible hospitality and love for exceptional food and drink runs deep and we are honored to join this already thriving community. We look forward to working with our immensely talented neighbors and welcoming guests next year.”

The bar will be located on the ground floor of one of RailSpur’s three buildings, at 419 Occidental Ave, next to the soon-to-open Hotel Westland.

The space and menu are designed to “celebrate the area’s rich history while offering a modern and welcoming atmosphere” and “appeal to both locals and visitors looking for an after-work cocktail, a place for an evening rendezvous, or all the toasty moments in between.”

Jon Buerge, President of Urban Villages, the developer of RailSpur, added, “We are excited to welcome Death & Co to RailSpur early next year. Their commitment to excellence, community and authenticity aligns perfectly with Urban Villages’ vision of creating dynamic, sustainable neighborhoods that people feel deeply connected to.

“Death & Co will significantly enhance and enliven the Pioneer Square and Greater Seattle community, providing residents and visitors with a vibrant gathering place that contributes to the city’s unique culture and spirit.”

Death & Co was co-founded by Ravi DeRossi, David Kaplan and Alex Day, and its sites have won numerous accolades, including the Spirited Awards, where the Denver location was shortlisted for Best American Hotel Bar in 2020.