The Walrus and the Carpenter

Ballard Seattle, WAOyster bar restaurant 4.5 (2,268 reviews)$50–100

Tiny oyster bar serving fresh seafood and American small plates with specialty cocktails. Outdoor seating available. Known for great cocktails, wine list, and fast service; dogs welcome outside.

Outdoor seating

The Walrus and the Carpenter has outdoor seating.

Food & drinks

  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Happy hour food
  • Hard liquor
  • Healthy options
  • Organic dishes
  • Small plates
  • Wine
  • Dinner
  • Counter service
  • Dessert

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great cocktails
  • Great wine list
  • Serves local specialty
  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy
  • Upscale
  • Family-friendly
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safespace

Good to know

  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations
  • Usually a wait
  • Bar onsite
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Hours

Monday4–9 PM
Tuesday4–9 PM
Wednesday4–9 PM
Thursday4–9 PM
Friday4–10 PM
Saturday4–10 PM
Sunday4–9 PM

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Details from Google Maps listing data, last checked October 2, 2026