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Fresh Fish Series: Black Cod!

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Hello again my fresh fish friends! Today’s chapter in our series is all about Black Cod. Or is it called Sablefish, or Butterfish or Candlefish or… ? The list of names for this flaky deliciousness goes on.

At Ray’s you’ll hear it referred to as Sablefish or Black Cod. The versatility of this fish is endless, just like its names. For that reason we have several preparations for you to choose from including House Smoked, Grilled Sake Kasu and Roasted Sake Kasu. Like Salmon, it’s loaded with omega 3s, plus our wild caught black cod is highly sustainable.

During the stormy winters while the fishermen are keeping warm on land, chefs work hard to source quality frozen options that parallel the flavors of fresh. But alas the sun is coming out, and so are the fishing boats who have off-loaded and delivered fresh Black Cod to our kitchens… now ready for you to enjoy in the Boathouse or Cafe!

There’s much more to share on our Fresh Fish Series coming up this summer, stay tuned!

See you soon,

Steve Hauch, Executive Sous Chef

 

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Father’s Day Brunch at Ray’s June 17 & 18

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Father’s Day is this weekend! What better way to show dad how much he means to you and the whole family than with a delicious brunch, thirst-quenching Bloody Mary’s, and a gorgeous view?

Treat dad to an amazing brunch in our first floor Boathouse, Saturday, June 17th or Sunday, June 18th from 10am – 2:30pm.

Just this weekend in celebration of dads everywhere, we’re featuring Double R Ranch Steak and Eggs, applewood-grilled sirloin, two scrambled eggs, arugula, sweet peppers, balsamic syrup, and Old Bay breakfast potatoes for $35.

Or try our regular brunch menu items, including:

Eggs Benedict $24
Buttermilk biscuit, hollandaise, spinach, tomato, poached eggs, asparagus, Old Bay breakfast potatoes.

Challah Bread French Toast $26
Vanilla custard-dipped challah bread, house-smoked bacon, scrambled eggs, and Old Bay breakfast potatoes.

House-Made Beignets $12
Served with hazelnut mascarpone and Marionberry jam.

Applewood-Grilled Double R Ranch Beef Burger $18
Aged white cheddar, brioche bun, and house-cut fries.

View our full menu here and reserve in the Boathouse today by calling us at 206.789.3770 or click here to reserve online.

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Special Ray’s Menu Benefits FareStart thru June 4

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This past weekend we had the pleasure of hosting the winners of our FareStart live auction item! They were treated to a custom Copper River King Salmon menu from Executive Chef Paul Duncan, with wine pairings by our Wine Director Chip Croteau. They enjoyed a sunny dinner on the deck of our first floor Boathouse during the opening weekend of Copper River!

Now all of our guests can enjoy this menu and help support FareStart! Today through June 4, 2017 order our 3-Course Copper River menu for $85 in the first floor Boathouse, and Ray’s will donate proceeds to FareStart to help fund its vital job training programs.

3-Course Copper River Menu $85

First
Ahi Poke, fresh Yellowfin tuna, ginger-soy marinade, compressed watermelon, wasabi aïoli, wontons

Second
Copper River King Salmon, asparagus-fennel salad, basil pesto, roasted spring onion, hollandaise, pumpernickel bread crumbs

Third
Chocolate Decadence, vanilla whipped cream, brandy snap

Please note the menu content and price may change based on availability.

Reserve your table in the Boathouse online or call 206.789.3770 today!

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Ray’s ’30th Fire Anniversary’ May 26-28!

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30 years ago this May 26, Ray’s Boathouse burned to the ground leaving little left but a few tables, chairs and our iconic Ray’s sign. We rebuilt and came back stronger than ever. Now 30 years later we are commemorating this defining day in our history with a Fire Celebration at Ray’s! 

Bring the whole family to join us Friday, May 26 to Sunday, May 28 in the upstairs Cafe!

Enjoy our ‘smoked & blackened’ Cafe menu items, commemorative fire photos, and take in the gorgeous views that were shrouded in smoke 30 years ago.

Includes:
Smoky Habañero Lime Rita
Blackened Wild Keta Salmon Sandwich
Smoked Scallop Salad
Smoked Wild Salmon Niçoise Salad
S’Mores Panna Cotta

Click here to reserve online or call 206.782.0094 today!

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March is Taste Washington Wine Month!

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Ray’s Boathouse is celebrating Taste Washington Wine Month all March long by offering unusual by-the-glass (and bottle!) selections from Washington State.

Savor such wines as the 2015 Buty Sémillon, Sauvignon, Muscadelle, a vibrant, Bordeaux-inspired white blend from Columbia Valley; the citrus-and-floral 2015 Idilico Albariño from Yakima Valley, proving how deliciously Spanish varieties perform in Washington State; the 2014 Betz ‘Bésoliel’ from Columbia Valley, a plummy, brambly Rhône-style blend from legendary winemaker Bob Betz; the 2000 Col Solare Red Wine from Columbia Valley, an excellent vintage Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah blend showing concentrated raspberry, chocolate and spice notes; the deep, foxy 2013 Sequel Syrah from Columbia Valley, a collaboration between Allen Shoup for Long Shadows winery and John Duval of Penfolds wine fame; and the 2011 Leonetti Cellars Sangiovese from Walla Walla Valley, showing founder Chris Figgins’ passion in this blackberry-driven, spicy Italian variety.

Glass pours maintain their flavor profiles and varietal integrity through Ray’s Coravin wine-dispensing system. By inserting the Coravin’s hollow needle through the cork and pressurizing the bottle with argon gas, any amount of wine can be poured without compromise.

“Taste Washington” at Ray’s Boathouse now through March 31!

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Shellfest Returns to Ray’s, Jan 9-22!

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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 and menu items may change as we try new and exciting recipes):

-Full Pound Steamed Manila Clams with pork belly, vermouth, butter, chives
-Penn Cove Mussels Marinara with fresh basil, and angel hair pasta
-Sautéed Blackened Shrimp with onion, bourbon, butter, garlic bread
-Crispy Fried Rock Shrimp Tacos with pico de gallo, chipotle-sour cream, shredded romaine lettuce, tortilla chips, salsa
-Chilled Peel & Eat Prawns with lemon-spice poached, Louis dressing
-Half Pound Popcorn Shrimp, lightly breaded, fried golden brown, served with tartar sauce, cocktail sauce
-Dungeness Crab Bisque with sweet corn, creamy veloute
-Pan-fried, panko crusted Washington Razor Clams with saffron-shallot jam and jalapeno tartar
-Baked Half Shell Oysters, a half-dozen with Uli’s Andouille sausage, leeks, and smoked paprika-butter
-Steamed Half Pound Snow Crab Legs with drawn butter and fried potatoes
-Prawn Cocktail with classic cocktail sauce and lemon

We also offer delicious wine and cocktail suggestions for each dish. Boathouse reservations can be made at 206.789.3770 or here. Cafe reservations can be made at 206.782.0094 or here. We’ll see you soon!

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Ring in the New Year at Ray’s, Dec. 31 + Jan. 1!

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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 orange bitters.   

The Boathouse will be open from 4 – 9 p.m. and reservations can be made at 206.789.3770 or rays.com. The Cafe will also be open from 11:30 a.m. – 8 p.m. serving our regular menu. Cafe reservations can be made at 206.782.0094 or rays.com.

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New Year’s Day

Gather with friends to refuel and recover from New Year’s Eve festivities at Ray’s! Kick off the New Year in the Cafe 11:30 a.m. – 9 p.m. with our popular Ray’s Bloody Mary with house-infused garlic vodka, classic Dmitri’s spicy bloody mix, spicy salt rim and house smoked salmon paired with Ray’s Seafood Salad or Blackened Salmon Tacos with flour tortillas, cabbage, pico de gallo, cilantro chipotle sour cream and roasted salsa.

From 5 p.m. – 9 p.m., head down to the Boathouse for succulent menu items such as Butter Poached Main Lobster Tail with Tarragon, garlic, ginger, Brussels sprouts, house smoked bacon and Old Bay fried potatoes or start the New Year on the right foot with lighter options such as Grilled Prawns that are spice rubbed and include a fennel-radish salad and chili sauce.

Boathouse reservations can be made at 206.789.3770 or rays.com. Cafe reservations can be made at 206.782.0094 or rays.com.
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Give the Gift of Ray’s this Holiday Season!

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Give the gift that never goes out of style – gift cards from Ray’s, Seattle’s most iconic seafood restaurant! To help you cash in on your holiday shopping this year, we’re giving you a complimentary $20 gift card for every $100 you spend on gift cards now through December 31 – it’s the gift that keeps on giving!

NEW THIS YEAR: Ray’s gift cards are going green and making it easier than ever to purchase the perfect present! You can now order your Ray’s gift cards even more promptly with our new electronic gift cards that are emailed directly to you or your loved ones by visiting rays.com. As always, you can also visit our Guest Relations desk in the Boathouse or by call 206.789.3770 to order. Happy Holidays!

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Watch Chef Paul Make Fresh, Handmade Pasta!

Attention all pasta lovers: making fresh, handmade pasta at home doesn’t have to be difficult! Take if from our talented Chef Paul…he makes this look easy, doesn’t he?  Chef Paul has spent many years perfecting his pasta and whether he’s cutting to make perfect pappardelle or a stunning tagliatelle dish, it’s always impressive to watch. Here’s a pro tip from the Ray’s team – never be afraid to experiment in your recipe and methods and as always, have fun!

Chef Paul Makes Pasta Pappardelle from Stephen Hauch on Vimeo.

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Seattle Restaurant Week Returns October 9!

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The fall run of Seattle Restaurant Week is back October 9-13th and October 16-20th! Dine like a king at Seattle’s best seafood restaurant with our exceptional three-course dinner menus for $32 at both the Café and the Boathouse. Each menu features exciting new options created by our talented chef team!

View our full menus below and make your reservations now before we fill up! For Boathouse reservations call 206.789.3770 or click here. For Cafe reservations call 206.782.0094 or click here.

Share your #SRW photos with us while you dine via @raysboathouse on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter! 

Boathouse Dinner Menu

$32 per person

Starters & Salads

Chilled Calamari Salad GF

Spice poached calamari marinated with Spanish olives, sweet peppers, anchovy and herbs

Cavalo Nero

Black kale, grilled sourdough, new crop Washington apples, pickled red onion, creamy Dijon vinaigrette

Brussels Sprouts GF

House smoked bacon, chili pepper, fish sauce and soy

Roasted Parsnip Soup GF

Walnut pesto, gruyere, parsley

Entrée

Pork Belly & Crab Cakes

Achiote braised pork belly, Dungeness crab cakes, remoulade, malt vinegar potato, baby arugula

Seared Ahi Tuna GF

Sesame crusted, shiitake mushrooms, beet poke, jasmine rice

Petite Tenderloin of Beef GF

Garlic mashed potatoes, black kale, chimichurri

Quinoa Tabbouleh GF

Cauliflower puree, feta cheese, sweet peppers, Swiss chard

Dessert

Olive Oil Cake

Served with sweetened whipped cream and Washington autumn fruit compote

Chocolate Genoise

Nutella mousse, sea salt roasted hazelnuts

Olympic Mountain Ice Cream or Sorbet GF

Daily flavors with gluten free shortbread cookie

Café Dinner Menu

$32 per person

Starters & Salads

Autumn Kale Salad

Black kale, grilled sourdough, new crop Washington apples, pickled red onion, creamy Dijon vinaigrette

Roasted Parsnip soup GF

Walnut pesto, gruyere, parsley

Fried oysters

Pacific oysters, lemon aioli, wakame, tobiko

Lemon Poached shrimp in cocktail GF

White gulf shrimp, lemon, baby romaine, horseradish cocktail sauce

Entrée

Rays Smoked Scallop Carbonara

House smoked bacon, sea scallops, egg, cream and parmesan with fusilli

Wild Salmon

Lightly smoked, roasted and served with Old Bay fried potatoes, pickled cauliflower, butter

Petite Tenderloin of beef

Mashed potatoes, black kale, chimichurri

Quinoa Tabbouleh

Cauliflower puree, feta cheese, sweet peppers, Swiss chard

Dessert

Double Chocolate Brownie

Dark chocolate sauce, vanilla bean whipped cream

Caramel Panna Cotta

Poached new crop apple, short bread cookie

Olympic Mountain Ice cream or sorbet

Daily flavors