Cafe Hitchcock

Is Cafe Hitchcock still open?

No — Cafe Hitchcock in International District, Seattle closed May 31, 2026, according to local press coverage.

Closure Details

Closure date

May 31, 2026

Reason

Chef Brendan McGill closed Cafe Hitchcock (Exchange Building, downtown Seattle) on May 31, 2026, citing a declining downtown Seattle business environment.

Sources

2

Evidence Trail

1. ¹News ReportJun 5, 2026

   Reported closed

   “Chef Brendan McGill closed Cafe Hitchcock and Oyster Cellar in downtown Seattle's Exchange Building on May 31, 2026, after a 10-year run, citing a declining downtown business environment.”

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2. ²News ReportJun 4, 2026

   Reported closed

   “Cafe Hitchcock and Oyster Cellar in the Exchange Building closed May 31, 2026, after chef Brendan McGill left Seattle for Bainbridge Island.”

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