Scott Simpson, dead at 38
I’d met Scott twice, both times at the cramped-but-charming Lunchbox Laboratory location in Ballard. For whatever reason, I usually found myself at his restaurant at odd hours, eating “lunch” at 3pm after a meeting downtown, or some such thing. The “Lab” would be quiet at those times and it was easy to strike up a conversation with Scott or his girlfriend, Allegra.
Lunchbox Laboratory is home to what I consider the best burger in Seattle. They specialize in a combination of unique recipes and fresh ingredients that could only have come from a true chef. The place is no Dick’s Burgers, and that’s a very good thing.
I was always surprised to find people who considered themselves “foodies” and who hadn’t heard of Lunchbox Laboratory. I cannot even begin to count the number of people I sent their way, most recently dragging a friend to their new South Lake Union location the week of their grand opening.
I’d missed the news, but Scott took his own life last week. My condolences to his girlfriend, family and the folks at the Laboratory. I think a visit in his honor is in order. Let me know if if you’re interested in joining me.
