The Walrus and the Carpenter

The Walrus and the Carpenter The Walrus and the Carpenter is an oyster bar in the Ballard neighborhood of Seattle. A full selection of wine, craft cocktails, and beer are also available.
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The Walrus and the Carpenter, from Renee Erickson and partners, blends the elegance of France with the casual comfort of a local fishing pub. “The idea is to serve the highest quality food and drink in a space that is stripped of pretense and feels like home.”

The restored Kolstrand building on the south end of Ballard Avenue, is the perfect home for this rustic, light-filled, oyster haven. In ad

dition to oysters, check out our menu that includes locally harvested clams and mussels, house smoked fish, and specialty meats.

🐅 Random fact time! Ya’ll ever think about the culinary etymology? “Leche de tigre” (used in our halibut crudo) dish tra...
06/01/2026

🐅 Random fact time! Ya’ll ever think about the culinary etymology? “Leche de tigre” (used in our halibut crudo) dish translates to “tiger’s milk”. While no tigers or milk is present, it is speculated that the name came from the the milky color, “leche”, and the “tiger” encapsulating the strength of the marinade used abundantly in Peruvian cuisine, primarily ceviches. Hell yeah, tiger’s milk…

Anyway, halibut crudo with leche de tigre, nigella seed, and Serrano

Thank you for the visit!Looking forward to seeing this feature and other Seattle staples in celebration of the !⚽️🏆
05/29/2026

Thank you for the visit!

Looking forward to seeing this feature and other Seattle staples in celebration of the !⚽️🏆

🧈Butter bowl here! Long weekend reminder that Walrus and will be open on Memorial Day! Oysters, amari, and spring goods...
05/21/2026

🧈Butter bowl here! Long weekend reminder that Walrus and will be open on Memorial Day! Oysters, amari, and spring goods are waiting for ya! Pro tip: come early if you can for quick seating, first come, first served!

Everyone set those happy hour reminders? Oyster parties on the patio start at 4pm! $3 select oysters and special pricing...
05/19/2026

Everyone set those happy hour reminders? Oyster parties on the patio start at 4pm! $3 select oysters and special pricing on our favorite cocktails until 5pm,

You say “Friday”, we say collar day. Halibut collar to be exact! Crispy fried, with hazelnut salsa macha cilantro and li...
05/15/2026

You say “Friday”, we say collar day. Halibut collar to be exact! Crispy fried, with hazelnut salsa macha cilantro and lime.

On the menu until we sell out, come and get it!

‼️Spring reminder to stop in early for quick seating! As the weather warms up, another season of door lines rolls in so ...
05/11/2026

‼️Spring reminder to stop in early for quick seating! As the weather warms up, another season of door lines rolls in so be sure to Walrus like a pro and beat the rush if you can.

As a bonus, you’ll get first pick of primo patio seating just in time for happy hour, woot, woot! Open everyday at 4PM.

Chef giving an oyster tour for ! Keep an eye out for this feature, coming soon. 🦪📷:
05/07/2026

Chef giving an oyster tour for ! Keep an eye out for this feature, coming soon. 🦪

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🌿Super spring-y scallop crudo is calling your name! Poached rhubarb, verjus, and espelette pepper.Lots of exciting sprin...
05/06/2026

🌿Super spring-y scallop crudo is calling your name! Poached rhubarb, verjus, and espelette pepper.

Lots of exciting spring flavors rolling in, soon. Don’t miss ‘em!

🦪✨🦪 Good angle… Nice approach… Great shell contact - A perfectly executed oyster cheers, we’d say! BIG FYI: If you’re lo...
04/30/2026

🦪✨🦪 Good angle… Nice approach… Great shell contact - A perfectly executed oyster cheers, we’d say!

BIG FYI: If you’re looking to level up your oyster game, we’re holding classes everyday starting at 4pm. We’ll have delicious stuff for all skill levels from beginners to pros. Whaddya say?

Shout out to the couple starting out with 24 wildcats off the rip. Not to brag but this $2 oyster happy hour is a pretty...
02/04/2026

Shout out to the couple starting out with 24 wildcats off the rip. Not to brag but this $2 oyster happy hour is a pretty good deal, and during oyster season?? This is as good as it gets, people!

Happy hour: 4pm-5pm, M-F

🦪✨Rotating selection of Washington grown oysters in the baskets every week.

Address

4743 Ballard Ave NW
Seattle, WA
98107

Opening Hours

Monday 4pm - 10pm
Tuesday 4pm - 10pm
Wednesday 4pm - 5pm
Thursday 4pm - 5pm
Friday 4pm - 10pm
Saturday 4pm - 11pm
Sunday 4pm - 10pm

Telephone

+12063959227

Website

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