Lunch Has a Fresh New Look at Ray’s Cafe

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Man eating a salmon teriyaki salmon bowl at Ray's Cafe in Seattle.

Lunch Has a Fresh New Look at Ray’s Cafe

Patio season has arrived in Seattle, and there’s no better place to soak it all in than Ray’s Cafe on the Ballard waterfront. Just in time for sunnier days and waterfront lunches, we’re excited to introduce a refreshed lunch program that brings new energy—and plenty of flavor—to your midday plans. Our 2nd floor Cafe now …

Hand holding a cocktail overlooking the water views at Ray's

Seattle Cocktail Week April 19-26 at Ray’s!

Seattle Cocktail Week is back from April 19–26, and there’s no better place to celebrate than Ray’s Boathouse and Cafe! As a top Seattle restaurant with iconic Puget Sound views, Ray’s delivers an experience that blends expertly crafted cocktails, fresh seafood, and an unforgettable waterfront restaurant setting. A shoutout to Ray’s hardworking bartending team, who …

Ray's red neon sign at Sunset over Shilshole Bay

Celebrate Mother’s Day at Ray’s May 10!

Celebrate your Mother and the Mother figures in your life on Sunday, May 10, 2026 at Seattle’s best waterfront restaurant! Our first floor Boathouse will serve some of our best-selling appetizers, salads and entrées along with Mother’s Day inspired a la carte breakfast and brunch specials. And our upstairs Cafe will offer a grand holiday brunch buffet. RESERVATIONS We can accommodate parties of 8 people or …

Washington Wine Bottles at Ray's Boathouse and Cafe

Celebrate Washington Wine Month at Ray’s!

March is Washington Wine Month and Ray’s has partnered with one of our favorite wineries, Long Shadows Vintners, to offer a special lineup of wines by the glass. Try them all in our 1st floor Boathouse and 2nd floor Cafe this month. Our Wine Director Darrell has some excellent pairing ideas to make ordering easy …

Guests dining at Ray’s Boathouse seafood restaurant and bar on the Seattle waterfront

Easter at Ray’s Boathouse & Cafe April 5, 2026!

Gather the family at Ray’s for a delicious Easter brunch or dinner at Seattle’s best waterfront seafood restaurant on Sunday, April 5, 2026! Easter reservations are strongly encouraged for our 2nd floor Cafe grand holiday buffet and our 1st floor Boathouse holiday menus. We can accommodate parties of 10 people or fewer, including high chairs. …

Ray's 2nd floor Cafe Happy Hour

Best Happy Hour in Seattle at Ray’s Cafe

If you’re searching for a standout Seattle restaurant with stunning views, excellent seafood, and relaxed casual dining, Ray’s Cafe happy hour should be at the top of your list. Located right on Puget Sound, Ray’s Cafe is a classic water view restaurant that delivers both atmosphere and flavor. Ray’s 2nd floor Cafe offers a popular …

Ray's Boathouse Iconic Red Neon Sign in Seattle, WA

Valentine’s Day 2026 at Ray’s Boathouse & Cafe

Waterfront Dining in Seattle, February 13–15, 2026! Celebrate love this Valentine’s Day weekend with unforgettable waterfront dining at Ray’s Boathouse & Café. From Friday through Sunday, February 13–15, 2026, our iconic Seattle restaurant invites you to enjoy thoughtfully crafted menus, warm hospitality, and sweeping water views that set the stage for a truly romantic experience. …

Fresh Manila Clams at Ray's Boathouse and Cafe in Seattle for Shellfest

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 …

New Year's Eve friends dining at Ray's boathouse with water view and cocktails.

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 at Ray's Boathouse in Ballard

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 …

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Celebrate Mother’s Day at Ray’s May 10!

Celebrate your Mother and the Mother figures in your life on Sunday, May 10, 2026 at Seattle’s best waterfront restaurant! Our first floor Boathouse will serve some of our best-selling appetizers, salads and entrées along with Mother’s Day inspired a la carte breakfast and brunch specials. And our upstairs Cafe will offer a grand holiday brunch buffet. RESERVATIONS We can accommodate parties of 8 people or …

Lunch Has a Fresh New Look at Ray’s Cafe

Patio season has arrived in Seattle, and there’s no better place to soak it all in than Ray’s Cafe on the Ballard waterfront. Just in time for sunnier days and waterfront lunches, we’re excited to introduce a refreshed lunch program that brings new energy—and plenty of flavor—to your midday plans. Our 2nd floor Cafe now …

6049 Seaview Avenue NW
Seattle, WA 98107-2690