A big Filipino supermarket and a Korean rice-cake shop have quietly turned Federal Way into a quick, flavorful detour south of Seattle.

Downtown Vancouver’s The Sedgwick will close this Friday after nearly five years; owners cite construction, rising ingredient and rent costs as reasons.

Owner Lewis Rudd says he’s exploring franchising and may hand day-to-day control to outside partners, a notable shift for the family-run Seattle chain. Community groups and customers say they’ll be watching how the brand preserves its recipes and local ties.

Legion Sports Bar — co-owned by Richard Sherman and Kam Chancellor — has closed its Bellevue Lincoln Square outpost and will focus on serving fans at Lumen Field. The shift moves the brand from a downtown restaurant to stadium concessions.

A fresh wave of bakeries, noodle shops and coffee spots has opened north of the Ship Canal, from Greenwood to the U‑District.

Rainier Valley Coffee opened a new drive‑thru at 5915 Hannah Pierce Road in University Place and will celebrate with free 16‑ounce drinks on May 2.

A brightly colored wine bar called Wine Darling is planned for the Crown Hotel in Pioneer Square, promising music nights and a temporary World Cup pop-up this June.

Farrelli’s Pizza is converting The Claw into a party‑ready location in Enumclaw with a bar, private room and covered patio; the chain is aiming to open in late June.

Heong Soon Park’s Sea’d In will open in Chophouse Row the first week of July, centering on dry‑aged fish finished over a custom wood‑fired grill. The project blends Asian techniques with an open‑fire approach.

Wauna Burger announced a May 9 closure after lease talks fell apart; the landlord says rent wasn't raised and both sides differ over tenant-improvement costs.

Maddy’s Bakeshop opened a weekend‑only brick‑and‑mortar at 177 Western Ave, bringing laminated croissants, floral cakes and its pink aesthetic to downtown Seattle.

El Koreano opened last Thursday at LeMay — America’s Car Museum, serving Korean‑Mexican tortas, bowls, pastries and espresso on the mezzanine. The cafe replaces Full Throttle Cafe and is open Thu–Mon.

Chick-Fil-A is directing $100,000 to Feeding America to support Food Lifeline as it opens four Western Washington restaurants, including a Mill Creek drive-thru. The cash gifts complement the chain’s food-donation program.