James Beard winner to take over F.X. McRory’s space in Pioneer Square

One of Seattle’s most acclaimed chefs is taking over the former F.X. McRory’s space in Pioneer Square with three new restaurants.

James Beard Award winner and cookbook author Renee Erickson and her Sea Creatures restaurant group have signed a lease to fill 12,000 square feet on the ground floor and lower level of 419 Occidental Ave. S., in developer Urban Villages’ RailSpur project.

The restaurants include the Lowlander Brewery, Un Po Tipsy Pizzeria and a yet-to-be-named European-style fine dining concept.

“The entire Sea Creatures team could not be more excited to bring our new restaurant concepts to the dynamic RailSpur district,” Sea Creatures co-owner and designer Jeremy Price said in a news release. “Infused with our signature commitment to casual elegance and culinary innovation, these spaces are designed to provide delicious and memorable experiences to sports fans, working professionals, and visitors.”