Velkommen to our old-world tavern 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! Built with a love for community, our space encourages communal dining in a rustic, old-world tavern setting. Here you'll find artfully crafted local beer, mead, wine, and seasonally-inspired cocktails. Our gastropub kitchen highlights the bounty of the PNW with shareable plates and comfort foods that nod to our Nordic heritage & embrace a sense of adventure. Be treated like a Jarl at one of our celebratory Viking feasts or come for Ballard’s best Happy Hour. Help us carry on the Nordic tradition in our 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!

Spring Hours

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

Happy Hour
Weekdays from Open-6p

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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Looking for a unique space for a themed group event in Seattle? We offer 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. 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!

Find out more about upcoming events

Washington Spring Mead Festival

4/26 @12-5p
Celebrate the Nectar of the Gods with Eight WA Mead Makers in our outdoor space! Come mead the makers, sample a variety of meads, and take home a bottle or two.

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