So how does this work?
We pick our top choices based on the quality of the food, service, and consistency over time. We’ll start off by giving you the best options overall for dining in San Francisco and then follow up with links to different types of restaurants in different neighborhoods at the end of this page.
Best Restaurants San Francisco
Woodhouse Fish Company Description: New England-style seafood joint. Nautical-themed neighborhood spot for New England-style seafood like lobster rolls & fried clams. Address: 2073 Market St, San Francisco, CA 94114, United States Phone Number: +1 415-437-2722 Website: http://woodhousefish.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 11:30AM-9PM | Monday: 11:30AM-9PM | Tuesday: 11:30AM-9PM | Wednesday: 11:30AM-9PM | Thursday: 11:30AM-9PM | Friday: …
Tadich Grill Description: Long-standing seafood destination. Institution for fresh fish & classic cocktails with an old-school setting & a buzzy atmosphere. Address: 240 California St, San Francisco, CA 94111, United States Phone Number: +1 415-391-1849 Website: Home Store Hours: Sunday: Closed | Monday: 11AM-2:30PM, 4:30-9:30PM | Tuesday: 11AM-2:30PM, 4:30-9:30PM | Wednesday: 11AM-2:30PM, 4:30-9:30PM | Thursday: …
Mayes Oyster House Description: Hybrid oyster bar & dance club. Old-school seafood restaurant famed for oysters transforms into a dance club at night. Address: 1233 Polk St, San Francisco, CA 94109, United States Phone Number: +1 415-885-1233 Website: http://www.mayessf.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 10AM-10PM | Monday: Closed | Tuesday: 5PM-2AM | Wednesday: 5PM-2AM | Thursday: 5PM-2AM …
Alamo Square Seafood Grill Description: Seafood-focused French bistro. Cozy, simple bistro focused on seafood with a choice of preparations, plus French specialties. Address: 803 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA 94117, United States Phone Number: +1 415-440-2828 Website: http://www.alamosquareseafoodgrill.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 5:30-9PM | Monday: 5:30-9PM | Tuesday: 5:30-9PM | Wednesday: 5:30-9PM | Thursday: 5:30-9PM | …
Brick & Beam Description: Sports & pub grub in Wharf Hyatt Hotel. Casual hotel hangout with brick walls featuring pub grub & multiple TVs catering to sports fans. Address: 555 North Point St, San Francisco, CA 94133, United States Phone Number: Website: Store Hours: Sunday: 7-10AM, 5-9PM | Monday: 7-10AM, 5-9PM | Tuesday: 7-10AM, 5-9PM …
Hog Island Oyster Co. Description: Sleek spot for seafood & cocktails. Contemporary waterside seafood eatery serving local oysters & clams, plus craft cocktails. Address: Ferry Building, One, The Embarcadero S #11, San Francisco, CA 94111, United States Phone Number: +1 415-391-7117 Website: https://hogislandoysters.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 11AM-8PM | Monday: 11:30AM-7PM | Tuesday: 11:30AM-7PM | Wednesday: …
Crustacean Restaurant Description: Asian-fusion spot known for roasted crab. Dungeness crab & garlic noodles are highlights on the menu of this upscale, Indochina-themed venue. Address: 1475 Polk St, San Francisco, CA 94109, United States Phone Number: +1 415-776-2722 Website: http://crustaceansf.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 4:45-7:30PM | Monday: Closed | Tuesday: Closed | Wednesday: 4:45-7:45PM | Thursday: …
Woodhouse Fish Co. Description: New England-style seafood joint. Nautical-themed neighborhood spot for New England-style seafood like lobster rolls & fried clams. Address: 1914 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA 94115, United States Phone Number: +1 415-437-2722 Website: http://woodhousefish.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 11:30AM-9PM | Monday: 11:30AM-9PM | Tuesday: 11:30AM-9PM | Wednesday: 11:30AM-9PM | Thursday: 11:30AM-9PM | Friday: …
Swan Oyster Depot Description: Venerable seafood bar in a fish market. No-frills counter nook in a fish market is a bustling landmark for raw-bar fare & casual seafood. Address: 1517 Polk St, San Francisco, CA 94109, United States Phone Number: +1 415-673-1101 Website: Store Hours: Sunday: Closed | Monday: 8AM-2:30PM | Tuesday: 8AM-2:30PM | Wednesday: …
The Codmother Fish & Chips Description: Food truck serving fried-to-order fish. British owners run this food truck that serves fresh fish ‘n’ chips & other treats. Address: 496 Beach St, San Francisco, CA 94133, United States Phone Number: +1 415-606-9349 Website: https://www.codmother.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 11:30AM-6PM | Monday: 11:30AM-6PM | Tuesday: 11:30AM-6PM | Wednesday: Closed …
Pier Market Seafood Restaurant Description: Relaxed dining with bay views. Waterfront seafood restaurant & market offering fresh fish, patio seating & bay views at Pier 39. Address: 39 Pier 39, San Francisco, CA 94133, United States Phone Number: +1 415-989-7437 Website: Pier Market Seafood Restaurant Store Hours: Sunday: 11AM-9PM | Monday: 11AM-9PM | Tuesday: 11AM-9PM …
Crab House at Pier 39 Description: Crab-centric restaurant with water views. Informal seafood place offering a creative, crab-focused menu & views of the Golden Gate Bridge. Address: 203 Pier 39, San Francisco, CA 94133, United States Phone Number: +1 415-651-2574 Website: Crab House at Pier 39 Store Hours: Sunday: 11:30AM-9PM | Monday: 11:30AM-9PM | Tuesday: …
Fisherman’s Wharf Chowder and Crab Sidewalk Stands Description: . Address: 200 Jefferson St, San Francisco, CA 94133, United States Phone Number: Website: Store Hours: Sunday: 11:30AM-9PM | Monday: 11:30AM-9PM | Tuesday: 11:30AM-9PM | Wednesday: 11:30AM-9PM | Thursday: 11:30AM-9PM | Friday: 11:30AM-9PM | Saturday: 11:30AM-9PM
Crab Station Description: Family-friendly seafood restaurant. As the name implies, fresh steamed crab takes center stage at this casual Fisherman’s Wharf eatery. Address: 2801 Taylor St, San Francisco, CA 94133, United States Phone Number: +1 415-474-8796 Website: Store Hours: Sunday: 11AM-10PM | Monday: 11AM-10PM | Tuesday: 11AM-10PM | Wednesday: 11AM-10PM | Thursday: 11AM-10PM | Friday: …
Nick’s Lighthouse Description: Circa-1934 seafood restaurant. Historical seafood eatery with throwback decor serving classic eats like cioppino, chowder & bisque. Address: 2815 Taylor St, San Francisco, CA 94133, United States Phone Number: +1 415-928-6666 Website: Store Hours: Sunday: 10:30AM-9PM | Monday: 10:30AM-8PM | Tuesday: 10:30AM-8PM | Wednesday: 10:30AM-8PM | Thursday: 10:30AM-8PM | Friday: 10:30AM-9PM | …
Blue Mermaid Restaurant Description: Chowder house with chic, nautical style. Popular seafood eatery known for its chowders that boasts a stylish, nautical decor. Address: 471 Jefferson St, San Francisco, CA 94109, United States Phone Number: +1 415-771-2222 Website: Blue Mermaid Restaurant Store Hours: Sunday: 7AM-9PM | Monday: 7AM-9PM | Tuesday: 7AM-9PM | Wednesday: 7AM-9PM | …
Otoro Sushi Description: California-style Japanese cuisine. Inventive fusion menu of Japanese tapas, sushi & specialty dishes with a California twist. Address: 205 Oak St, San Francisco, CA 94102, United States Phone Number: +1 415-553-3986 Website: http://orderotorosushi.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 5-9PM | Monday: 5-10PM | Tuesday: 5-10PM | Wednesday: 5-10PM | Thursday: 5-10PM | Friday: 5-10:30PM …
Ozumo San Francisco Description: Upscale Japanese dining & a modern space. Creative sushi, robata grilled items & an extensive sake menu in a contemporary space. Address: 161 Steuart St, San Francisco, CA 94105, United States Phone Number: +1 415-882-1333 Website: https://www.ozumosanfrancisco.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 12-3PM, 5-9PM | Monday: 4-10PM | Tuesday: 4-10PM | Wednesday: 4-10PM …
Akiko’s Sushi Bar Description: Japanese fare from sushi to hot dishes. Small Japanese eatery offering raw fish plus some hot dishes such as udon & teriyaki. Address: 542 A Mason St, San Francisco, CA 94102, United States Phone Number: +1 415-989-8218 Website: http://www.akikossushibar.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 4:30-10PM | Monday: 4:30-10PM | Tuesday: 4:30-10PM | Wednesday: …
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Description: Fast-food fried chicken chain. Louisiana-inspired fast-food chain known for its spicy fried chicken, biscuits & sides. Address: 890 Geneva Ave, San Francisco, CA 94112, United States Phone Number: +1 415-239-2089 Website: https://locations.popeyes.com/ca/san-francisco/890-geneva-ave?utm_source=yext&utm_medium=local_listings_pack&utm_campaign=yext_localsearch&utm_id=yext_localsearch Store Hours: Sunday: 10AM-9PM | Monday: 10AM-9PM | Tuesday: 10AM-9PM | Wednesday: 10AM-9PM | Thursday: 10AM-9PM | Friday: 10AM-9PM …
Lou’s Fish Shack Description: Go-to for seafood & live music. Bi-level seafood restaurant with 2 bars & patio seating, offering live blues & soul Friday-Sunday. Address: 300 Jefferson St, San Francisco, CA 94133, United States Phone Number: +1 415-771-5687 Website: Store Hours: Sunday: 9:30AM-8:30PM | Monday: 11AM-8:30PM | Tuesday: 11AM-8:30PM | Wednesday: 11AM-8:30PM | Thursday: …
La Mar Cebicheria Peruana Description: Upscale waterfront ceviche & cocktails. Celeb chef Gastón Acurio serves Peruvian seafood in a large, partially outdoor space on the pier. Address: PIER 1 1/2 The Embarcadero N, San Francisco, CA 94105, United States Phone Number: +1 415-397-8880 Website: http://lamarsf.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 11:30AM-2:30PM, 5-9PM | Monday: 11:30AM-2:30PM, 5-9PM | …
La Fusion Description: Latin American eats in a colorful space. Classic dishes from all over Latin America are given an update at this vibrantly decorated eatery. Address: 475 Pine St, San Francisco, CA 94104, United States Phone Number: +1 415-781-0894 Website: http://www.lafusion-sf.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: Closed | Monday: 11:30AM-2:30PM, 5-9PM | Tuesday: 11:30AM-2:30PM, 5-9PM | …
La Ciccia Description: Rustic Sardinian eatery & wine mecca. Tiny, rustic spot serving homemade spaghetti, octopus stew & other Sardinian eats plus myriad wines. Address: 291 30th St, San Francisco, CA 94131, United States Phone Number: +1 415-550-8114 Website: http://www.laciccia.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: Closed | Monday: Closed | Tuesday: 5-9:30PM | Wednesday: 5-9:30PM | Thursday: …
Spiazzo Ristorante Description: Seafood, pizza & wine in a casual eatery. Casual spot serving a Northern & Southern Italian menu, including fresh fish & wood-fired pizzas. Address: 33 W Portal Ave, San Francisco, CA 94127, United States Phone Number: +1 415-664-9511 Website: http://spiazzoristorantemenu.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 11AM-10PM | Monday: 11AM-10PM | Tuesday: 11AM-10PM | Wednesday: …
Scoma’s Restaurant Description: Classic seafood joint. Spacious waterfront restaurant serving seafood pulled straight off the boat. Address: 1965 Al Scoma Way, San Francisco, CA 94133, United States Phone Number: +1 415-771-4383 Website: https://www.scomas.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 11:30AM-8PM | Monday: 3-9PM | Tuesday: 3-9PM | Wednesday: 3-9PM | Thursday: 11:30AM-9PM | Friday: 11:30AM-9:30PM | Saturday: 11:30AM-9:30PM
Florio Bar & Cafe Description: Intimate French-Italian brasserie. Neighborhood eatery where the French-Italian brasserie fare comes with NYC atmosphere & a bar scene. Address: 1915 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA 94115, United States Phone Number: +1 415-775-4300 Website: Store Hours: Sunday: 5-8PM | Monday: Closed | Tuesday: 5-8PM | Wednesday: 5-8PM | Thursday: 5-8PM | …
Original Joe’s Description: Veteran Italian-American restaurant. Tuxedoed waiters dish out Italian & American classics at this revamped, historical restaurant. Address: 601 Union St, San Francisco, CA 94133, United States Phone Number: +1 415-775-4877 Website: https://originaljoes.com/north-beach/ Store Hours: Sunday: 10AM-9PM | Monday: 3-9PM | Tuesday: 3-9PM | Wednesday: 3-9PM | Thursday: 3-9PM | Friday: 12-10PM | …
Cioppino’s Description: Italian seafood in old-school setting. Bustling checkered-tablecloth eatery serving Italian seafood staples on Fisherman’s Wharf. Address: 400 Jefferson St, San Francisco, CA 94109, United States Phone Number: +1 415-775-9311 Website: http://www.cioppinosf.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 11AM-10PM | Monday: 11AM-10PM | Tuesday: 11AM-10PM | Wednesday: 11AM-10PM | Thursday: 11AM-10PM | Friday: 11AM-10:30PM | Saturday: 11AM-10:30PM
Caffé Sport Description: Sicilian specialties in a lively setting. Lively spot for Sicilian specialties served in an eclectic, kitsch-filled setting. Address: 574 Green St, San Francisco, CA 94133, United States Phone Number: +1 415-981-1251 Website: Home Store Hours: Sunday: 10:30AM-10:30PM | Monday: 11AM-10:30PM | Tuesday: 11AM-10:30PM | Wednesday: 11AM-10:30PM | Thursday: 11AM-10:30PM | Friday: 11AM-11:30PM …