By Hayden Andersen
Reporting for West Seattle Blog

Alki Smoke Shop and Grocery, tucked next to Alki Surf Shop at 2622 Alki Avenue SW, is the beach neighborhood’s newest store. Today marks its first week in business, owner Jane said, and she’s incredibly grateful for the community’s response.

What began as an idea for a restaurant quickly shifted when Jane realized the beachfront was sorely lacking a neighborhood grocery. “Alki is a really popular destination,” she said. “We had a great opportunity to lease a small space. This will be perfect for the neighborhood, especially in the summertime.”

The shop currently carries smoke-shop items such as cigarettes, a variety of snacks (mac and cheese, spaghetti, cereal), and household essentials like paper towels, tissues, cleaning products, and batteries.

Encouraged by the warm reception, Jane plans to expand the inventory. She expects to buy a cooler by the end of the week to start stocking eggs and dairy. “Lots of neighbors have dropped by and welcomed us,” she said. “We’ve appreciated it so much, and we’ve been asking people what they want to make a list and meet the community’s needs.”

Alki Smoke Shop and Grocery is open daily from 9 AM to 9 PM in the space that held Brocante Beach House before its move to The Junction. The store can be reached at 206-566-6618.

This article was adapted from an original report published on westseattleblog.com. All rights belong to the original publisher.