Vessel's Reopening Hits a Snag; Woodinville Vodka Wins Competition

DOWNTOWN—We checked in with Jim Romdall to find out the status of Vessel. Romdall tells us that, "Sadly Vessel got put into limbo a bit thanks to the city not granting us a permit and we've been trying to sort it out for the past month." [EaterWire]

WOODINVILLE—The Stranger staff recently held a vodka tasting at Liberty Bar. The winner, by a good margin, was Peabody Jones Vodka from Woodinville Whiskey Company. The vodka tipplers enjoyed the "balanced caramel and butterscotch undertones." [The Stranger]

WEST SEATTLE—Hajime Sato's Katsu Burger is now open on Saturdays, says Seattle Met. Hours are Monday thru Saturday 10:30 am to 7:30 pm. Go try a namesake burger with a hand-dipped Kinako & Black Sesame milkshake. [Seattle Met]

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