Cafe Lunch Served on our First Floor thru February 9

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Albacore Cobb Salad, fresh seafood at Ray's Cafe in Seattle WA

Cafe Lunch Served on our First Floor thru February 9

Ray’s Cafe will be undergoing maintenance now through Thursday, February 9 and will be closed during this time. Our Cafe lunch menu will be available daily from 11:30am-3pm in our first floor Boathouse during this time. For dinner we’ll offer our regular Boathouse menu with the addition of some Café favorites including our Burger, True Cod Fish …

Ray's Boathouse at Sunset on Shilshole Bay.

Kicking Off 50 Years of Ray’s!

June 23, 2023 will mark 50 incredible years of service at Ray’s Boathouse. It’s an understatement to say that a lot has happened in Seattle over the past 50 years as our community grew into its own as a destination full of great things to do for visitors from all over the world, including sport fishing. In the …

New Year’s Eve Dining at Ray’s!

Finish 2022 with an incredible dinner on the water! Join us at Ray’s on New Year’s Eve in our first floor Boathouse or upstairs Cafe, pop some bubbles and enjoy fresh local seafood. Both venues will offer regular menus along with elegant specials prepared by our Executive Chef Kevin Murray and team, available only on Saturday, December 31. Reservations …

New Fall Dishes at Ray’s Boathouse & Cafe!

Fall has arrived and our Executive Chef Kevin Murray, along with Ray’s talented culinary team, has created a cozy line up of delicious new dishes! Try them all in our first floor Boathouse or upstairs Cafe. while you sip on Fall cocktails and take in the views. Dine inside or on our covered and heated Cafe patio. Reserve a table in the Boathouse …

Reserve Christmas Eve & Day Dining 2022!

We look forward to celebrating with you and yours on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day! Our first floor Boathouse will offer a special 3-course holiday menu both days while our upstairs Cafe will have regular menu offerings on Christmas Eve and on Christmas Day will offer our Café menu along with seasonally inspired a la carte specials. Reservations are strongly encouraged for …

Contest! Share your Ray’s Swag & Win!

Ray’s Boathouse turns 50 on June 23, 2023! We have so many fun plans in store for you next year as we hit this landmark in our history. But first, we’re asking for your help in gathering Ray’s swag from the last 50 years!  Please share photos of any Ray’s branded items on Instagram or …

Washington Wine Month Specials this August!

We’re celebrating Washington Wine Month with an exciting lineup of some of our Wine Director’s top local picks! Try them this month in the Boathouse & Café alongside fresh local seafood like summery versions of Wild Alaskan Halibut, King Salmon, Scallops and more! Wine specials are subject to change as we sell out but here …

Summer Drinks & Eats at Ray’s Boathouse & Cafe!

Summer has officially hit our Boathouse and Cafe menus! Seattle’s best waterfront restaurant is cooking up fresh, sustainable seafood, local fruits and vegetables and of course plenty of cold cocktails (and beer and wine)! Join us in our first floor Boathouse for dinner nightly at 5pm or our upstairs Cafe daily at 11:30am for lunch, …

Celebrate Father’s Day at Ray’s June 19!

Treat your Father or Father figure to Ray’s on Sunday, June 19! This Father’s Day Executive Chef Kevin Murray and team have some delicious specials in store created just for Dad. Café: House Smoked Pork Ribs with potato salad, coleslaw, bread and butter pickles, sold by the half or full rack Boathouse: Applewood Grilled Double R Ranch New York Strip with foie gras butter, fried …

Ray’s Patio’s are Open – Here’s what you need to know!

We’re excited to share that our Cafe and Boathouse outdoor patios are now open for dining! As we ease into summer here in the Northwest both patios are open daily, weather pending, and can close without notice based on weather changes. However our Cafe patio has a covered and heated section to allow for multi-season …

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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 …

Book Holiday Parties and Private Dining at Ray’s Boathouse!

Looking for the perfect venue for your Seattle holiday party? Celebrate the season at Ray’s Northwest Room at Ray’s Boathouse in Ballard. Prime dates for holiday parties book quickly. Reserve early to secure your preferred date. We also host holiday brunches, lunches, happy hours, and cocktail parties. Flexible event options make planning easy. Our private …

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