New Businesses Now Open in Seattle Southside

Winter 2025

Pop Mart Southcenter

Chinese company Pop Mart is a rising global force in pop culture and entertainment, known for its designer collectibles. The store opened a permanent location in Westfield Southcenter Mall in February 2025 and immediately attracted fans, with crowds lining up at 5 a.m. for the grand opening.

Visit their Instagram page here.

Fall 2024

Iris & Peony

Iris & Peony, a locally owned floral and gift shop founded in Burien, moved to a new location in downtown Des Moines in November 2024. The shop is a favorite for those seeking unique arrangements and distinctive home accents. Whether you're commemorating a special occasion or simply brightening your space, Iris & Peony offers a personalized and enchanting experience. To find the new location, head to S. 225th St. in Des Moines and walk down Backstage Alley, behind the Des Moines Theater.

Visit the website here.

K1 Speed

K1 Speed, the world's largest indoor go-kart racing operator, proudly announces the opening of its second location in the greater Seattle area: K1 Speed Tukwila! K1 Speed in Tukwila promises an authentic racing experience with all-electric Italian go-karts. The Adult Karts for drivers 4'10" and taller, reach speeds of up to 45 mph, while Junior Karts, designed for children 4' and taller, reach up to 20 mph. With electric motors, these karts offer zero emissions and faster acceleration than most gas-powered karts.

Read the full press release here.

YangGuoFu (YGF) MalaTang

Step into a world of bold, spicy flavors at YFG Malatang, where you create your own perfect bowl of Chinese hot pot-style soup. Located in Tukwila, this popular eatery specializes in malatang—a customizable, spicy, and mildly numbing broth filled with your choice of meats, seafood, vegetables, and noodles. With its roots in China's bustling street food scene, YFG Malatang brings an exciting, immersive dining adventure to Seattle Southside.

Jamar's Sports Bar and Grill

Locally owned Jamar’s Sports Bar and Grill in Des Moines Run opened in September 2024 and quickly became a community hub. Owner Jamar Jones is a local entrepreneur and event promoter with 20 years of experience in event promotion and 15 years of experience bartending. With walls lined with TVs broadcasting all the latest sports action, as well as darts and pool, it's an ideal spot for game day and group get-togethers. Meanwhile, the menu is packed with crowd-pleasing favorites, including catfish, wings, and burgers. The bar frequently hosts trivia nights, paint n' sips, and other special events.

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Mr. Dim Sum

Mr. Dim Sum, part of Westfield Southcenter's new Northside Restaurant Row, offers an authentic taste of Chinese cuisine in a modern, approachable setting. The restaurant, which is unique in that it offers dim sum all day, specializes in handcrafted dumplings and an extensive selection of small plates.

“Mr. Dim Sum is more than just a restaurant—it is a reimagining of a centuries-old Cantonese tradition," said Sarah Wang, Operations Director of Mr. Dim Sum.

Visit their website here.

Marugame Udon

A Japanese restaurant known for its fresh, Sanuki-style udon; crispy tempura selections; and “theater” kitchens where guests can watch their food being made is coming to the new “restaurant row” on the north side of Westfield Southcenter mall in Tukwila later this year. It will be the first Washington state location for Marugame Udon, which also has locations in California, Hawaii, and Texas. Marugame Udon was founded 20 years ago by Awata-San and is inspired by traditional udon kitchens in Sanuki, Kagawa, in Japan, according to an announcement today on the opening.Marugame Udon will be the final addition to the restaurant row announced last fall. It will join the row’s Korean barbecue restaurant chain Gen Korean BBQ, which celebrated its grand opening earlier this month, and Mr. Dim Sum, also slated to open later this year.The restaurant row is located between Macy’s and Round1 Bowling and Arcade.

This article was originally published by the 425Business. You can read the full article here.