Brimmer & Heeltap

08/08/2026

Brimmer & Heeltap will be closed today, 8/8, for a private event. We hope to see you Sunday for Oyster Happy Hour and Sunday Poké Bowl Special!

07/29/2026

Join Halfseas this Thursday in support of YETI and getting kids outdoors! 🌲

For more than 17 years, Y.E.T.I. has partnered with under-resourced schools and communities to remove barriers to outdoor access through mentorship, adventure, and hands-on experiences in nature. Come enjoy great wine, learn about their inspiring work, connect with fellow community members, and he

07/20/2026

Every Kid Deserves an Adventure: A fundraiser for Y.E.T.I

Join us Thursday, July 30 | 6:00–8:30 PM for an evening supporting The Youth Experiential Training Institute - YETI,
a South King County nonprofit dedicated to connecting young people with the outdoors.

For more than 17 years, Y.E.T.I. has partnered with under-resourced schools and communities to remove barriers to outdoor access through mentorship, adventure, and hands-on experiences in nature. 🌲

Event Details:
Come enjoy great wine, learn about their inspiring work, connect with fellow community members, and help ensure the next generation has the opportunity to explore, appreciate, and protect the wild places we all love. Every glass helps support a meaningful cause.

https://www.halfseaswine.com/events/yeti-fundraiser-july-30-2026

07/19/2026

Summer has arrived in the kitchen. ☀️

The season’s best ingredients are finding their way onto the menu, with dishes that feel bright, vibrant, and made for lingering over with good company.

Now on the menu:

• Rockfish Crudo — avocado, fina’denne’, radish
• Warm Fingerling Potatoes — fennel, cilantro, Chinese mustard vinaigrette
• Manilla Clams — fermented black bean, garlic, chili thread
• Guava Chicken — grilled thighs, bok choy, orange, chèvre
• Summer Greens — bibb lettuce, pistachios, green goddess

And that’s just the beginning.

Come early for Oyster Happy Hour from 4–5 PM with $3 Hama Hama oysters and ½-price wine by the glass, and savor everything summer has to offer.

07/15/2026

At the end of June, we had the pleasure of visiting the Hama Hama farm with Chef Chris, Jen, and the entire crew to learn all about the history of Hama Hama and the oysters we serve right here at Brimmer each and every night.🦪

We learned about the difference between tide grown ( Hama Hama ) and tumbled ( Blue Pool ) oysters - tide grown will sit on the beach and grow with natural rugged edges vs tumbled which are grown in mesh bags and will develop smooth and clean shells. ✨

We walked through the process to see how oysters are collected, picked, bagged and processed for shipping - whether they are headed to a local restaurant or across the world. It was wild to know that anywhere from 6,000-10,000 oysters are sold each week, with restaurants as far away as Japan and Singapore receiving these PNW delights!🌍

Not only did we get the full tour, from the top of the Hamma Hamma river, through the forest and down to the beach, we received such a warm welcome and incredibly thorough details of the family history, farm and how oysters are grown. 🌊

We ended the day by shucking fresh oysters and learning the art of grilling over wood fire with a giant dollop of butter.😋

Knowing and seeing where our oysters are grown, and how they make the way from the sound to our table gives us a deeper appreciation for our local purveyors and the quality of fresh seafood you enjoy each night when you dine with us.🥂

Stop in for Oyster Happy Hour from 4-5 PM to score $3 Hama Hama oysters and 1/2 price wine by the glass! We now serve oysters all evening as well ✨

And a special thank you to MICHELLE MOORE for capturing the field trip for us! 📸 Cheers 🥂
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06/27/2026

🌈 Grab your tickets and join us in the garden for an unforgettable Pride celebration. 🍷

We’re so excited to welcome an incredible lineup of q***r winemakers and wine professionals for our Pride Garden Party & Fundraiser supporting Lambert House.

Meet the makers behind the pours:
🍷 Vivienne Stardust Kennedy — RAM Cellars
🍷 Luke Wild — Lares, Est & Statera Wines
🍷 Diana Marie Augustina Schultz — Augustina Cellars

Plus, Kathryn of Radio Wine Co Distro will be pouring selections from:
🍷 Birdhorse Wines
🍷 Anónimas Viticultoras

Spend the evening discovering thoughtful wines, enjoying curated snacks, connecting with community, and celebrating Pride with a purpose. We’ll also hear from Ken Schulman, Executive Director of Lambert House, about the important work they’re doing to support LGBTQ+ youth.

🌈 Pride Garden Party & Fundraiser
📍 Brimmer & Heeltap Garden
🗓️ Tuesday, June 30
⏰ 5:30–8 PM

Tickets are limited — grab yours soon and come raise a glass with us in support of Lambert House. 🍷✨

https://www.halfseaswine.com/shop/p/pride-garden-party-fundraiser

06/08/2026

We're so excited to have Lost The Plot! Book Truck coming to visit the block this Thursday!

This isn't just any mobile bookstore; it's a sanctuary for curious minds, championing marginalized voices and indie authors who are reshaping the literary world.

When the magic happens:
📅 Thursday, June 11th
⏰ 5-8 PM
📍 Right outside Halfseas Wine & Bottle Shop (across the street)

Lost The Plot! book truck is a mobile sanctuary for curious minds to build community, discover new worlds and possibilities, and explore all kinds of stories—all while crafting a better world for those who have fought for centuries to reclaim their voices and power.

05/29/2026

Join us for an evening of wine, community, and celebration in support of Lambert House- a local LGBTQ+ youth center empowering q***r youth through community, connection, and resources.🌈

We’ll be featuring exciting wines from q***r-led and values-driven producers! 🍷

Join us for an evening of wine, community, and celebration in support of Lambert House — a local LGBTQ+ youth center empowering q***r youth through community, connection, and resources.

05/26/2026

It might be gloomy out, so we're bringing sunshine in a bottle to you this evening! ☀️

Join us for our Coastal Energy Wine Tasting: Where The Vineyard Meets The Sea 🌊✨ 6-8 PM | only $10 to taste!

Sip and enjoy our coastal-inspired flight featuring small, sustainable producers from seaside regions around the world. These aren't just wines; they're liquid postcards from windswept vineyards where ocean breezes kiss the grapes and salt air shapes every sip. Think crushable bottles that taste like summer vacation in a glass. The kind you'd want to smuggle onto the beach with a good book.

Details below. Cheers!🥂

04/24/2026

These cocktails were made for the sunshine.☀️
Which one are you sipping first?

Meet our new spring cocktails, perfect for lazy afternoons on the patio or dreamy evenings in the garden.🍹

🍒 Six Toed Cat — white rum, muddled tarragon, grapefruit, lime, falernum, cherry bitters, absinthe mist; a bracing, Hemingway‑inspired daiquiri with herbal lift.

🦩 Pink Flamingos — tequila, Punt e mes, Combier Fraise, pink guava, lime; easy‑drinking, fruity, and refreshingly light.

🌿 Jin Dynasty — basil‑infused gin, Salers aperitif, ancho verde, lime, Chinese five spice, MSG mist; back by popular demand with savory, aromatic heat.

🍷Rotating glass pours of red, white, rosé, and sparkling are 1/2 price during Happy Hour (4–5 PM Wed–Sun) alongside $3 oysters. 🦪

PS: Happy Hour is available everywhere in the restaurant!🥂

Book a reservation (highly encouraged on weekends) to score patio seating, or walk in to snag a garden table. See you soon!