Piroshky Piroshky, a Russian bakery on Third Avenue reopened after closing its doors for 10 months because of crime concerns. The bakery and customers hope it’s a positive sign for small businesses downtown. Customers and familiar faces lined up at their beloved bakery in the heart of downtown Seattle. The shop is a front window to Third Avenue and had a firsthand look at the problems plaguing it. “That’s why we closed 10 months ago, when we couldn’t handle it anymore. It’s just so bad,” said owner Olga Sagan. Sagan said things are starting to feel different and safe enough to open its doors. “Hopeful and cautiously optimistic. We’re hoping to be a part of the community again and to see our customers and to know their names,” said Sagan.