Update for Nov. 22
Everything you needed to cook and serve an extravagant Thanksgiving feast—especially if you have a very large family—was available for auction at Sal’s Deli on Tuesday, Nov. 22.

With Jim Hughes, long-time owner of the downtown Burien institution, looking on, auctioneers from the James G. Murphy Co. sold off everything at the deli, located at 15212 6th Ave. S.W.

Other restaurant owners and a few Sal’s patrons previewed items beginning at the breakfast time of 8 a.m. The auction began at 10 a.m. and the place was looking pretty bare by lunchtime.

A decorative fountain went for $550.

Citing health concerns and the ongoing bad economy, Hughes announced his retirement in September.

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With long-time Sal’s Deli owner Jim Hughes set to retire on Dec. 1, customers will get an opportunity to own a little memento of his downtown Burien institution.

Everything will be sold off Tuesday, Nov. 22 at an auction conducted by the James G. Murphy Co. at the deli, 15212 6th Ave. S.W.

Potential bidders may preview items beginning at 8 a.m. with the auction starting at 10 a.m.

While big items such as a WOLF 6-burner gas range with 24” griddle top and two ovens are available, customers can also buy smaller items such as wood dining chairs and bar stools.

A decorative fountain is also up for bid.

A list if items to be sold is available at www.murphyauction.com/Auction/Details/318.

Citing health problems and a downturn in customers, Hughes announced his retirement in September.