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'This place is a tradition': Seattle's oldest Irish pub faces possible demolition
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As consistent as a perfectly poured pint of Guinness, Murphy's Pub has been a second home to its customers for 43 years.
Murphy's Pub in Wallingford could be demolished after 43 years, if it can't find a pot of gold.
Murphy's considers itself more of a community living room than a bar, located at 1928 N. 45th St.
It's a place to have a pint with friends or Sunday brunch with family. Established in 1981, it was home to Seattle's first official St. Patrick's Day party.
"We've had everything from weddings to funerals, christenings and graduations," said co-owner Eamonn Davey, who is originally from Belfast. "We've been here. We've lived with our customers in the community."
The pub has survived recessions, the pandemic, but developers are the most daunting foe yet. Three days before St. Patrick's Day earlier this month, Murphy's learned the people who own the property plan to sell the entire block.
READ MORE: https://www.king5.com/article/news/community/seattle-oldest-irish-pub-murphys-wallingford-possible-demolition/281-43350a0d-8d01-445a-ab43-44fdd45b4cf9