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It’s “Home Sweet Ballard” for April Brewmasters Dinner

“Home Sweet Ballard” is the theme for the April 13 Brewmasters Dinner at Ray’s Cafe, as we feature five talented breweries from our own Ballard neighborhood! The dinner features one seating at 6:00 pm in the Cafe, and guests will be greeted with a glass of Seattle Cider Company Semi Sweet Hard Cider upon arrival. Brewmasters from …

Welcome Washington Wine Month!

“Taste Washington Wine Month” is an annual celebration of Washington State’s award winning industry, celebrated each March. In support of this event, Boathouse Manager/Wine Director Edan Schmitz is pairing each entree on our Dine Around Seattle menu (March 2-27) with a standout Washington wine. The featured wines are available by bottle and also by the glass during …

Chef Wayne Resigns; Duncan Named Chef de Cuisine

Wayne Johnson, Executive Chef at Ray’s Boathouse since February 2012, has announced his resignation in order to pursue other career opportunities and spend time with his family. “I want to say thank you to my colleagues at Ray’s for the great ride,” said Johnson. “It’s time to slow it down a bit and spend time …

Ray’s Collectibles

To order Ray’s Collectibles items (see photo gallery below), please call the Boathouse Guest Relations desk 206.789.3770 or send an email to [email protected] Original Tee $15 (grey, blue)  S  M  L  XL Youth Tee $12 S  M  L  XL Sketched Building Tee $18 (grey, white) S  M  L  XL Rays Sign Tee $20 (grey, brown, navy) …

Give a Gift, Get a Gift!

Give the gift that never goes out of style – gift cards from Ray’s! For every $200 you spend on gift cards in December, you’ll receive a free $40 card for yourself – it’s like two presents in one! Perfect for friends, family or co-workers, everyone loves the gift of Seattle’s best seafood enjoyed with a breathtaking view …

Cafe Refresh Helps Us Cater to You

Following the beautiful remodel of our Ray’s Boathouse dining room downstairs last winter, we are ready for the next phase of our refresh, as we begin the evolution of Ray’s Café upstairs. The first step is refurbishing the northern section of the Cafe dining room, affectionately referred to as the “Top Deck.”   By early November, …

Family Wineries of Washington Post Harvest Party Nov. 6

We are proud to host the Family Wineries of Washington Post Harvest Party on Wed. Nov. 6 from 6-9pm in the Northwest Room here at Ray’s. Please come join us as we celebrate the harvest just passed and hear about the vintage from those who lived it!  Click here for tickets ($55). Join some of Washington …

Brewmasters Dinner October 27

Beer lovers rejoice, our bi-annual Brewmasters Dinner is set for Sunday, October 27 in the Cafe! Featuring Northwest breweries, the dinner is a 6 course meal paired with our local brewmasters selections. The cost is $45 per person for the 6 course meal including beer pairings.  Reservations are highly recommended. The brewmaster and one of their representatives …

New Ray’s Retail Has Arrived!

Everyone needs a cool new t-shirt for the summer and we’ve launched our new line of tees, hats and sweatshirts just for you!  One of the highlights of the new line is the return of the “Ray Bird” on an awesome hooded sweatshirt, perfect for those cool summer and fall evenings.  Here’s a list of the items now available …

General Manager Shaw to Depart Ray’s for Next Career Move

May 28, 2013 (Seattle, WA)- Ray’s Boathouse, Café and Catering, announced a leadership change at the helm, as Maureen “Mo” Shaw, General Manager, will step aside in mid-June before undertaking a new leadership role in the restaurant and hospitality industry. Shaw came to Ray’s Boathouse in 1997, following a five-year stint as Senior General Manager …

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Mother’s Day at Ray’s 2025!

Celebrate your mother and the mother figures in your life on Sunday, May 11, 2025 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 …

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