Velkommen to our Viking-inspired Beer Hall & Kitchen honoring Ballard’s Nordic roots

A group of four friends sitting at a wooden table in a rustic restaurant, sharing a meal and drinks, with exposed brick walls and modern decor.

Skål (meaning “cheers”) invokes the spirit of a Viking mead hall - it’s warm, welcoming, & often raucous! Here you’ll find a rotating lineup of craft beer, a vast selection of mead, & a cocktail program highlighting the Scandinavian spirit, aquavit. Our gastropub style kitchen explores the flavors of the sea, woods, and farm with plates designed to pair with your drink. Plan a group celebration and be treated like a Jarl with one of our Viking feasts or come for Ballard’s best Happy Hour. Help us carry on the Nordic tradition in Seattle’s Ballard neighborhood!

Cozy interior of a rustic bar or restaurant with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and bar stools by the counter, illuminated by soft lighting and natural light from windows with plants.

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Eat, Drink, & Be Merry with Us!

Winter Hours

M & Tu: CLOSED
W & Th: 4-9p
Fri & Sat: 12-10p
Sun: 11a-8p

Happy Hour
Weekdays from Open-6p

Minors allowed until 8pm

A Mug Club fit for a Viking

Skål is proud to be supported by an incredible community here in Ballard & beyond. Join our Beerhalla Mug Club and be treated like a Jarl!

Member benefits include use of unique Viking tankard glassware at the bar, early access to special events at Skål, and 10% off your bill on Mondays! Most importantly, members only pay for a 16oz pour but receive 20oz (a $2 discount) for every beer! Annual or lifetime memberships available.

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Beer Hall
Merch

Take the beer hall home with you and rep us in the wild! Snag t-shirts, hats, and other items for your next adventure. Glassware only available at the beer hall.

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Rentals &
Catering

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Skål offers partial or full rentals of the beer hall for celebrations or events, as well as private use of our covered and heated outdoor space. We also offer Viking feasts for small to large groups, party platters, and full catering options to enjoy at the beer hall or another venue. Please contact us for details.

Upcoming Events

We host a diverse lineup of community-focused events that are best enjoyed with a beer in hand. Once a month, we host a communal Viking Feast with a pairing from a local beer or mead partner. Other events are inspired by our Nordic heritage, our love for the PNW, and our thirst for knowledge and fun!

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Winter Mead Festival

2/15 @12-5p
Join us Sunday, February 15th for the ultimate celebration of Washington Mead! Eight local meaderies will be pouring their best winter releases in our cozy, covered outdoor event space. Meet the makers, sample a wide range of meads and take home your favorites by the bottle.

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