Category: Boathouse
Shellfest Is Back at Ray’s This January!
Shell yeah! We’re celebrating the bounty of local shellfish all January at Ray’s Boathouse and Cafe with the return of Shellfest! Chef Kevin and team have prepared a special Shellfest menu filled with new offerings of fresh, local mussels, clams, oysters, crab, prawns and more. Join us now through January 31 at Seattle’s best seafood …
Cozy Holiday Cocktails at Ray’s!
Cozy Up with festive Seattle holiday cocktails at Ray’s Boathouse & Cafe. Rainy season has officially arrived in Seattle, and there’s no better way to warm up than with a hot, handcrafted cocktail by the waterfront. This December, Ray’s Boathouse & Cafe invites you to grab a table by the fireplace, soak in the sweeping …
Shop Ray’s Gift Cards This Holiday Season!
Give the Gift of Ray’s: Share the Flavors of the Season Holiday gifting in Seattle is here, and there’s no better way to celebrate than by sharing the warm, welcoming flavors of Ray’s Boathouse and Ray’s Café. Whether you’re thanking a teacher, treating a coach, appreciating a colleague, or surprising a loved one, Ray’s holiday …
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New Year’s Eve Dining at Ray’s!
Celebrate and dine at Ray’s Boathouse and Cafe this New Year’s Eve and take in the gorgeous views as you raise a glass to 2026! On Wednesday, December 31 Ray’s first floor Boathouse and second floor Cafe will offer a New Year’s Eve Surf & Turf dining special in addition to our full menus. Choose from our Steakhouse Pop-Up …
Steakhouse Pop-Up All December at Ray’s!
We’re thrilled to bring back our guest-favorite Steakhouse Pop-Up at Ray’s Boathouse! Seattle’s best steakhouse pop-up features a limited number of steaks per day served with classic steakhouse sides like Loaded Baked Potatoes, Mac and Cheese, Oysters on the Half Shell more! Plus, the option to add special sauces or compound butter. Or make it …
Bristol Bay Salmon Week 2025!
Celebrate Bristol Bay Salmon Week on the Ballard waterfront at Ray’s Boathouse! Wild sockeye salmon from Bristol Bay have a distinctive wild flavor and ruby red flesh. At Ray’s, Seattle’s best waterfront restaurant, we honor the hardworking fisher people of Alaska, by simply grilling this beautiful fish over applewood with salt and pepper, to let …
Christmas Eve and Day Dining at Ray’s 2025
Join us at Ray’s for festive Christmas Eve and Christmas Day dining! Our 1st floor Boathouse and 2nd floor Cafe will be serving up your favorite dishes and seasonal specials on Wednesday, December 24 and Thursday, December 25, 2025! Reservations are available now and strongly encouraged for both dates for groups of 10 people or fewer (including highchairs): Reserve Boathouse Christmas Eve …
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Ray’s Herradura Double Barrel Reposado Is Here!
Ray’s Boathouse on the shores of Ballard has always been a special place in special location that produces something that speaks to our specific area of the planet. We consistently seek to bring this uniqueness forward to our guests so they may experience what our little part of the globe has to offer in its …
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Seattle Winter Wedding Special 2026!
Book a cozy Seattle Winter wedding at the best waterfront wedding venue in Seattle! When you book a wedding at Ray’s private Northwest Room in January, February or March 2026 you not only get our best rate of the year but you also receive 10% off photo and floral services and 15% off DJ services …
Ray’s Guide to Exploring Ballard
There’s something special about Ballard. Tucked along the sparkling waters of Shilshole Bay, this historic Seattle neighborhood blends maritime charm, outdoor adventure, and creative spirit—all just steps from Ray’s Boathouse. Whether you’re a local or visiting for the day, Ballard offers endless ways to play, explore, and connect before or after your meal at Ray’s. …
6049 Seaview Avenue NW
Seattle, WA 98107-2690

