Whisky West, the westside companion to the Belltown Whisky Bar both owned by West Seattle's Colin and Donna Pickering celebrated their grand opening June 29 after a 10 day soft open period as they got going.

The new bar/restaurant located at 6451 California SW is in the same spot as the former Feedback Lounge but the building itself, constructed in 1917 has been home to many things from a hospital of sorts to a hardware store. The Feedback closed in August of 2015. See our previous coverage here.

The building has seen some extensive remodeling and a major makeover internally. Building owner Scott Macmurry took charge of remaking the face, opening it up so diners could still have cover but still enjoy outdoor dining.

The Pickerings tried to focus on quality aspects of the build out with notable details and elements. The kitchen was completely remade, wood stained panels line all the walls, the massive whiskey collection is arrayed in ceiling high back bar shelving that bartenders reach by hopping up on the back bar to retrieve.
The center standing bar is slice of wood coated in many layers of varnish to make it both beautiful and authentic. The rest rooms are redone with the latest hand drying machines and tasteful decor.
At mid bar is a small area that seats approximately 10 people they call "The Snug" for small events.
At the back is a large projection television for sports viewing.

Colin said for now the menu is fairly limited since his chef is away on a vacation but he will add many more dishes when he comes back. "The bar was not conceived as a dinner place at first but the people are pushing us that way so we will give them what they want," he said.

They will be open seven days a week from 4pm to 2am and in the coming weeks may well open for lunch if it looks as if the community wants that.

"Stop by for a wee dram," Colin said.