Five Guys has closed one of its longtime Seattle restaurants, adding to a growing number of locations that have shut their doors across the United States this year. The Ballard restaurant, which had served customers for more than a decade, closed without prior announcement, leaving residents surprised when they arrived to find the doors locked.
Restaurant closures continue to affect communities across the country, even for well-known national chains. Five Guys, recognized for its burgers, fries, and milkshakes, has closed several locations in recent months. The latest closure involves its Ballard restaurant in Seattle, which had operated for 12 years.
Closure
Customers visiting the Five Guys restaurant in Seattle’s Ballard neighborhood were greeted by a notice posted on the front door instead of the usual service.
The message thanked customers for their years of support and loyalty but did not explain why the location had closed.
According to the notice, the restaurant officially closed on July 5 after serving the community for 12 years.
Message
In its farewell notice, the restaurant expressed appreciation to the Ballard community.
The message stated that serving local residents had been an honor and thanked customers for choosing the restaurant for burgers, fries, and shakes over the years.
The notice also encouraged guests to continue visiting nearby Five Guys locations.
Seattle
Following the Ballard closure, the restaurant is listed as unavailable on the official Five Guys website.
The closure leaves three remaining Five Guys restaurants operating in Seattle.
Customers were directed to those nearby locations for future visits.
Nationwide
The Ballard closure is part of a broader pattern affecting several Five Guys restaurants across the country.
Reports indicate that approximately 14 Five Guys locations have closed in multiple states during the year.
While individual closures may occur for different business reasons, the company has not announced a nationwide reduction strategy.
| Location Update | Status |
|---|---|
| Ballard, Seattle | Closed on July 5 |
| Remaining Seattle locations | 3 |
| Reported U.S. closures this year | Around 14 |
| Kansas mall location | Closing July 15 |
Kansas
Another Five Guys location is expected to close on July 15.
According to reports, the restaurant will leave its mall location in Kansas after its lease expires.
The closure has been attributed to the end of the lease agreement rather than an announced companywide policy.
Impact
The closure of the Ballard restaurant marks the end of a business that had served local customers for more than a decade.
Although the company has encouraged customers to visit nearby locations, the loss of a neighborhood restaurant may be noticeable for regular visitors who frequented the Ballard site.
Five Guys has not publicly provided additional details regarding the Seattle closure.
The unexpected closure of the Ballard Five Guys highlights the ongoing changes taking place within the restaurant industry as businesses continue to adjust their operations. While the company continues serving customers through its remaining Seattle locations, the Ballard restaurant’s closure adds to a growing list of Five Guys locations that have closed across the United States this year.
FAQs
Which Five Guys location closed?
The Ballard restaurant in Seattle.
When did it close?
The location closed on July 5.
How long was it open?
It served customers for 12 years.
How many Seattle locations remain?
Three Five Guys restaurants remain.
Why is the Kansas location closing?
Its lease is set to expire.
