Ben And Esther'S

Is Ben And Esther'S still open?

No — Ben And Esther'S in Capitol Hill, Seattle is reported closed, according to local press coverage; we have not established an exact closure date for this record.

Closure Details

Closure date

December 1, 2023Estimated — on or around this date, not confirmed

Sources

3

Evidence Trail

1. ¹News ReportDec 21, 2023

   Reported closed

   “One of Seattle’s Few Jewish Delis Is Closing”

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2. ²News ReportJul 9, 2026

   Reported closed

   “Vegan Jewish deli Ben and Esther’s says Seattle’s labor is too expensive and Capitol Hill rent is too damn high. It is closing shop on E Pike to end 2023.”

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3. ³News ReportDec 19, 2023

   Reported closed

   “Vegan Jewish deli Ben and Esther’s says Seattle’s labor is too expensive and Capitol Hill rent is too damn high. It is closing shop on E Pike to end 2023.”

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