Seattle residents will soon have to travel farther afield to shop at Whole Foods after the company announced it is closing its location on Broadway in the Capitol Hill neighborhood.
The store, located at 1001 Broadway, has been a convenient option for those living and working in the area due to its proximity to Swedish Hospital. However, with the closure set to take place on June 20, residents will have limited access to grocery stores and pharmacies.
The decision comes after several other businesses in western Washington have closed, including Bartell Drugs and Rite Aid. According to Whole Foods spokespersons, the company evaluates store performance regularly and makes decisions based on long-term growth potential.
The closure of the Capitol Hill location is another blow to a neighborhood that has already seen significant changes in recent years. As one Reddit user noted, “This Whole Foods is a lifesaver if you or a loved one are in the hospital at Swedish… I think this is terrible news for Swedish staff and patients.”
The impact of the closure will be felt throughout the community, with many residents relying on the store for everyday essentials.
Source: https://www.fox13seattle.com/news/whole-foods-capitol-hill-broadway