This summer, Ray’s Boathouse is proud to partner with FareStart for a special Guest Chef Night on Thursday, July 9, 2026. The evening will bring together great food, community connection, and an important cause that continues to impact lives across Seattle. Our Executive Chef Kevin Murray and the Ray’s culinary team will collaborate with FareStart …

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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 …

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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. …

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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 …

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Thank you, loyal guests! Ray’s Boathouse & Cafe, is incredibly grateful for the community that continues to dine with us year after year. As a heartfelt thank you to our loyal guests, we’re excited to offer Double Loyalty Points January 20-January 31, 2026—our way of giving a little extra back to those who make Ray’s …

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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. …

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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 …

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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 …

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