The news on Instagram about a new shop opening in Greenwood this Saturday has given many of us something to smile about, especially fans of one of Seattleโs sweetest local success stories. Lowrider Cookie Company is a beloved cookie bakery that has grown from a farmers market passion project into a local favorite with multiple locations across the region. Known for its rich flavors and creative treats, this business has become part of what makes our community feel warm and welcoming.
Their grand opening is this Saturday, February 21st at 143 NW 85th Street, across from Fred Meyer. Per social media, ownership expressed “Greenwood has genuinely been one of my favorite Seattle neighborhoods for years so I could not be more excited to open a shop there!” Doors open at 11am and the first 100 customers will receive a free chocolate chip cookie,
Lowriderโs story began in the Seattle area, where owner and pastry chef Emily Allport started selling cookies at markets and pop-ups before opening her first brick-and-mortar shop in the Central District in 2019. The name โLowriderโ comes from her two dachshunds, Smokey and Riley, and that personal touch has carried through as the company expanded. What started with simple cookie stands has grown steadily, adding shops in Burien and even a kiosk at Sea-Tac Airport, bringing signature cookies to travelers and locals alike.
For those who have followed Lowriderโs journey or already stopped in at Union Street or Burien, the appeal is clear: this isnโt just another cookie counter. The bakery is dedicated to crafting cookies with depth of flavor, a satisfying texture and a sense of personality. Classic offerings such as brown butter triple chocolate, salted toffee pecan, cookies and cream, lemon crinkle and birthday cake sit alongside monthly rotating flavors that keep regular visitors coming back to see whatโs new. Throughout the year youโll also find imaginative stuffed creations that surprise and delight, offering contrasts like gooey centers or unexpected combinations.
But Lowriderโs impact extends beyond delicious desserts. The companyโs values are rooted in community support. From monthly donations to local nonprofits such as Maryโs Place and Burien CARES to working with as many Seattle-based suppliers as possible, the business reflects a belief that successful local enterprises give back to the neighborhoods that make them thrive. That spirit of collaboration and care is part of what has made Lowrider beloved by patrons, who often share stories of grabbing a half-dozen for a celebration or choosing one of the bakeryโs cookie cakes for a birthday treat.
This opening is more than just another storefront; itโs a marker of how deeply local businesses contribute to the flavor of our communityโliterally and figuratively. Whether youโre planning to try a favorite cookie or discover a new one, this weekendโs celebration will be a reminder of why supporting local businesses matters and why places like Lowrider Cookie Company have become such meaningful parts of our Seattle neighborhoods.
