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Ray’s loves Oregon Pinot Noir!
At Ray’s Boathouse & Cafe we are honored to work with so many great people in our local food and beverage community. For decades we have partnered with and supported our friends at Rex Hill Winery, a winery that has been crafting elegant Pinot Noirs since 1982 in Oregon’s Willamette Valley; and we are proud …
Father’s Day Specials at Ray’s!
Make this Father’s Day a one-of-a-kind celebration on the waterfront at Seattle’s iconic seafood restaurant this Sunday, June 19! Enjoy gorgeous views of the Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains at Ray’s Boathouse from 4:30–9:30 p.m., and in our Cafe deck or dining room from 11:30 a.m.–10 p.m. Father’s Day specials include: Boathouse: Sirloin and Half Lobster …
Ray’s at the Copper River
Our team had the exciting opportunity to visit the Copper River in Cordova, Alaska this May for the start of the Copper River salmon fishing season! Our GM Douglas Zellers, one of our owners and Ray’s Founding Partner Russ Wohlers, Executive Chef Paul Duncan and Executive Sous Chef Steve Hauch spent a week delving into …
14th Annual Rose Revival and Other Cool Whites
Thurs. May 26th, 2016 Ray’s Boathouse 6049 Seaview Ave NW Seattle, WA 6 – 9 pm ~ $35 *Special VIP early entry at 5 pm for $50 What could be more summer than sipping tasty rose’ and white wines on the beautiful deck of at Ray’s Boathouse watching the sun set over the Olympic Mountains across …
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Steve Hauch Moves Up to Ray’s Executive Sous Chef!
I am thrilled to announce that our long time team member and current Sous Chef Steve Hauch has been promoted to Ray’s Executive Sous Chef! Steve is a sharp, hard working guy and this new role cements his dedication to Ray’s and continuing our legacy of high-quality, sustainable seafood. Steve was a very important part …
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March is WA Wine Month! Cheers at Ray’s all month
Ray’s Boathouse & Cafe is excited to celebrate Taste Washington Wine Month with two different promotions throughout the entire month of March! Join us and lift a glass to the amazing growers, talented winemakers and superb viticultures right in our own backyard! The Boathouse is offering a special curated list of glass pours for Washington wines that …
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Reuben’s Brews Dinner at Ray’s March 5!
Congrats to Reuben’s Brews!! Winner of our first Ballard Beer Awards voted by the people! Thank you to all who voted throughout the contest! It was a great showing and we’re prouder than ever to be a part of the Ballard community! Join us for our Ballard Beer Awards Dinner with Reuben’s Brews on Saturday, March 5 at Ray’s Cafe! Our 5-course menu compliments …
Ray’s Crew Visits Merlino Foods
“Jeff! It’s Steve at Ray’s!” “Steve how’ve you been? How’s Ray’s been doing?” “Absolutely wonderful. Hey Jeff, l’d like to bring my Chef team down to Merlino’s and take a tour.” “Of course! Let’s do it.” For those unfamiliar with Merlino Foods, they have distributed Seattle with a huge inventory of products. From their brand of …
How to Brunoise a Shallot
Boathouse Saute Chef, Kevin Murray, shows us how to brunoise a shallot. Awesome knife skills. Thanks Kevin. bru·noise bro͞onˈwäz/ noun Finely diced vegetables that are cooked in butter and used to flavor soups and sauces.
1st Ballard Beer Awards at Ray’s Cafe – Jan 14-Feb 14!
Vote for your Favorite Ballard Brew! Ray’s is thrilled to bring you the first Ballard Beer Awards voted by the people! In 1982 Paul Shipman started Redhook Brewery in a fire hall in Ballard. Later that year Ray’s Executive Chef Russ Wohlers, and Paul carried the first keg of Redhook into Ray’s and we’ve been …
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6049 Seaview Avenue NW
Seattle, WA 98107-2690

