Category: Cafe
#RaysRewind: Our Family Tree
Ray’s Boathouse & Cafe has a rich and broad history in the local culinary and beverage scene. We’ve had so many incredible employees walk through our doors over the last 40+ years and it’s humbling to look at how far our roots stretch. So many people have started at Ray’s and gone on to build amazing businesses, found local events …
Fresh Fish Series: Halibut!
Kicking off our Fresh Fish Series on the Ray’s blog is….. Halibut! Halibut season has taken off this year with no short supply. Fleets are fishing from Kodiak Island, to South East Alaska, and through British Columbia. We’ve been filleting beautiful fish this season and halibut is forecasted to be plentiful now through October. We’ve also just heard from our local …
Ode to Our Fishermen
If there is one thing that I can put my finger on as the main reason for our 44 years of success it would be the fisherman. The fisherman, deckhands, fishing communities that support the fleets, and the families that watch their children, spouses, and parents go out to the unforgiving sea to earn a …
We blind tasted 14 rare WA Wines & here’s what happened
What is old is new again? I admit it. I am guilty of holding on to my silk paisley ties that were fashionable many years ago in hopes that they would be stylish enough to wear again. Certain things never go out of style, right? OK, I admit I know close to nothing about fashion …
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Fresh Alaskan Halibut Season lands at Ray’s today!
Seattle’s first fresh Alaskan Halibut of 2017 is at Ray’s starting tonight! Enjoy one of the Northwest’s best fish in the Boathouse and Cafe where Chef Paul Duncan and his team will serve it seared and lightly seasoned with kosher salt. Then accompany it with fresh, local flavors and complimentary sides. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter …
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Our 2017 Cause: Mary’s Place
With Seattle roots firmly planted for decades, and more charitable donations to our credit than we could list in this blog post, Ray’s decided in 2017 to focus the bulk of its team’s time and charitable resources to a fitting cause: Mary’s Place (marysplaceseattle.org). Mary’s Place is a leading voice for homeless women, children, and …
Second Annual Ballard Beer Awards – Feb 1-28
Vote for Your Favorite Ballard Brew! The 2nd Annual Ballard Beer Awards returns February 1-28. We’ll be spotlighting four Ballard-based breweries for you to taste and cast your vote! Stop by and purchase a pint from one of breweries below to cast your vote or, if you choose not to partake with your palate, simply ask to fill out …
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Shellfest Returns to Ray’s, Jan 9-22!
It’s almost time to Shell-ebrate with Shellfest returning to Ray’s Boathouse and Cafe, January 9 – 22! Chilly winter waters are perfect for harvesting pristine shellfish and you’re to partake at Ray’s in the form of specially prepared shrimp, crab, oyster dishes and much more. Prices start at just $6. Sample Offerings (each sold separately; selections …
Closed on Monday, Jan. 2 to Thank Our Team!
On Monday, Jan. 2, Ray’s will be CLOSED to thank our wonderful team for their great work in 2016. We’ll also be celebrating for a cause, contributing to Mary’s Place (www.marysplaceseattle.org) which serves homeless women, children, and families in emergency situations. We’ll share more about this great cause throughout the year. Come celebrate New Year’s …
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Ring in the New Year at Ray’s, Dec. 31 + Jan. 1!
New Year’s Eve End 2016 on a delicious note in the Boathouse with celebratory surf-and-turf specials alongside our regular menu overflowing with fresh seafood and seasonal classics. Toast to the New Year on the waterfront with an elegant glass of wine or craft cocktail, such as Ray’s Classic Martini or the Professional with Old Overholt rye whiskey, aged rum, Aperol and Scrappy’s …
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6049 Seaview Avenue NW
Seattle, WA 98107-2690
