Copper River Salmon is Here!

Copper River Salmon is Here!

Fresh, wild Copper River King and Sockeye salmon is on the menu at Ray’s Boathouse and Cafe, Seattle’s best waterfront restaurant! From the icy waters of Alaska to your plate, enjoy this local, seasonal delicacy while it lasts, during a casual lunch or date night out.

Grilled Copper River King or Sockeye sautéed morel mushrooms and leeks, fried baby rainbow potatoes, Pinot Noir gastrique.

You know we love to pair it with an Oregon pinot noir, but there’s many other delicious options our sommeliers can help you select from our wine lists. Don’t miss out on enjoying this perfect fish at Seattle’s best seafood restaurant!

Sip New Spring Cocktails At Ray’s!

Cocktails at Ray's Waterfront restaurant in Seattle

Enjoy new Spring cocktails at Seattle’s best waterfront restaurant!

Our 1st floor Boathouse and 2nd floor Cafe have a fresh lineup of cocktails to sip on our outdoor waterfront patios.  Enjoy a casual dining experience with the freshest local seafood every day of the week!

Southern Charm Tito’s vodka, Giffard Crème de Pêche, triple sec, lemon, Scrappy’s grapefruit bitters

Staycation Diplomatico Planas white rum, Giffard apricot liqueur, lime, pineapple, up

Blueberry Bourbon Smash Buffalo Trace ‘Ray’s Private Selection’ Bourbon, Giffard Crème de Pêche, lemon, blueberries, demerara

Velvet Old Fashioned Ray’s ‘Private Selection No. 4’ Old Forester Bourbon, Monkey Shoulder Scotch, Lustau Pedro Ximenez ‘San Emilio’ Sherry, chocolate bitters, large rock

Passionfruit Mai Tai Don Q white rum, Pierre Ferrand Dry Orange, Curaçao, Reynold’s orgeat, lime, passionfruit, Gosling’s dark rum float, rocks

Evergreen Negroni Uncle Val’s Botanical gin, Ransom Old Tom gin, Carpano Classico sweet vermouth, Campari, Clear Creak Douglas fir Eau de Vie rinse, large rock

Explore our full cocktail list here! See you soon!

5 reasons Ray’s Cafe is Seattle’s Go-To Lunch Spot! 

Group of friends cheering their cocktails at Ray's Cafe, Seattle's best casual lunch and dinner restaurant

5 reasons Ray‘s Cafe is Seattle’s go-to lunch spot! 

🌊Epic views of Puget Sound and the Olympics
🐟Fresh local seafood, always
🔥Heated outdoor patio
☀️Chill vibes, perfect for catching up
🍹Refreshing cocktails and plenty of NA bevvies

Ray’s 2nd floor Café is open for casual lunch daily at 11:30am and accepts walk-ins. Find Seattle’s best outdoor patio at Ray’s Cafe, open weather pending. See you soon at our waterfront restaurant!

Thanksgiving 2026 at Ray’s!

Join us for Seattle’s Thanksgiving tradition at Ray’s Boathouse and Cafe on Thursday, November 26, 2026! 1st floor Boathouse – Beautiful 3-Course Thanksgiving Dinner from Chef Kevin with children’s options. 2nd floor Cafe – Grand Holiday Thanksgiving Buffet for adults and children featuring a full Thanksgiving spread, fresh seafood, salads, appetizers, desserts and more. RESERVE BOATHOUSE (1st floor …

Waterfront Weddings at Ray’s Northwest Room

Imagine exchanging vows surrounded by breathtaking views of Puget Sound. At Ray’s Northwest Room, your wedding day feels as unforgettable as the setting. Located on the waterfront in Seattle’s Ballard neighborhood, Ray’s offers a stunning backdrop for your celebration. Ray’s Boathouse has long been a beloved Seattle destination for beautiful waterfront dining and special occasions. …

6049 Seaview Avenue NW
Seattle, WA 98107-2690

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Ray’s Boathouse elevates local, sustainable seafood with global flavors and Northwest inspiration nightly.

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Classic seafood dishes with seasonal preparations in our upstairs Café overlooking Puget Sound.

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