50 Best Seafood Restaurants in San Francisco

“We absolutely loved our dinner at Liholiho Yacht Club — everything from the vibe to the flavors was on point. We started with a couple of appetizers that set the tone right away: bold, fresh, and packed with unique flavor combinations. The pork ribs were a total standout — perfectly tender with just the right balance of sweet and savory, and the fried rice that came with them was rich, flavorful, and satisfying on its own.
But the real star of the night was dessert — the Baked Hawaii. Not only was it beautifully presented, but it was also hands down one of the best desserts we’ve ever had. A creative twist on a classic, and the perfect ending to a fantastic meal.
Service was friendly and attentive, and the whole experience felt fun, vibrant, and effortlessly cool. We’ll absolutely be coming back next time we’re in SF! Highly recommend this spot — a true gem.“

“everything about the restaurant, from the heated outdoor dining, people who work there, the food so deliciously great especially the one that prepares and cook it, THE CHEFS, amazingly incredible they are and not so pricey above all.“

“Amazing food and wine, great view“

“Excellent seafood and lots of options. The Big Popi was a great sampler for 2. Great selection without being overwhelming. Service was so fun and enjoyable. It felt like they were slightly understaffed for front of house even for a small restaurant but still a lovely experience and I'll be back“

“Amazing food, attentive and knowledgable service made for a memorable first night in San Francisco!!!!“

“Very clean professional workers plus the food is excellent Alex& Johnny are my go see here including the manger himself I prefer in dinning because you get the complete vibe y it’s number 1 sea food restaurant here in San Francisco vs delivery!“

“This a place to visit,great food and service“

“I must say i had high hopes but the meal was tasteless but my friends had too much salt. I wanted to like it. Wont return, wont recommend. ☹“

“What an amazing culinary experience! We had a three course meal. The waiter was very helpful, friendly and had great recommendations! I highly recommend this place if you're in San Francisco!“

“spectacular seafood! shrimp and scallops were thoroughly enjoyed and the wine and Champagne pairings made it even better! Only bad thing was, I didn't get a second Tiramisu for dessert! Perfect little private room in back and the 3 servers were on point!“

“Loved every second! From the Gracious hostess who welcomed us early at the bar to the lovely waitstaff ... and damn. That food! Incredible flavors and textures. Just joyous. Best Italian I've had in SF in a long while and the old school ambience... people eating lustily and having fun. No one taking food photos. Too busy eating. Perfect“

“Rich dishes, very delicious“

“This was my first time on the new covered patio. It's as wonderful as I thought it was going to be. I'm now looking forward to being there during different kinds of weather to enjoy all of the things that can be done with it. When you add the great food and perfect view you just can't go wrong. Right now they have fried green tomatoes back on the menu and they're better than ever. I already look forward to my next visit.“

“What a great place, a hidden jewel in the city! Fresh fish, fresh chips and guacamole… Everything was perfect! DELICIOUS❣️ We will return…“

“The dishes are creative and visually pleasing, but unfortunately, they were way too salty. I woke up the next day with some swelling, which has happened to me before when restaurants use a lot of salt. My other friends, who prefer stronger flavors, didn't report swelling but also found the food salty, even though they usually like salt.“

“Watermelon 🍉 Roll; no rice, refreshingly good Fried seafood chips appetizer; I wanted it as a meal it’s a different yum 😋 Ice cream sandwich wow!“

“Great bartender! Right on SF Bay.“

“Had San Francisco Cioppino (Mussels. Clams, Crab, Cod, Prawns, Scallops and Garlic Bread that was the bomb). Only giving 2 thumbs up as I only have 2. Great food, great service!“

“We enjoyed our experience dining at little shucker. The service was very good. They were attentive and fast. We got yuzu oysters, miso bone marrow oysters, a crab roll, and mussels. The mussels were delicious and paired well with white wine! We preferred the cold yuzu oyster over the baked bone marrow oysters. However, both were good. The yuzu oysters just tasted more refreshing, which we like for oysters. The hot crab roll was packed with meat. It was a little too buttery though, so next time we will try it cold. The interior was cute. Overall, a very cute date spot!“

“Very good food ❤️I love it 💕“

“Food is a-mazing, service extraordinary and they have such a good wine selection. We took our clients for a private dinner and we all enjoyed so much.!

Dietary restrictions: They ask for any intolerances or food sensitivities before serving“

“Their service was very accommodating and friendly. Also their food was excellent. I wish I could learn how to make their Cioppino so that I could make it at home!!! So good!! We waited about an hour with my 6 year old nephew, he said it was more than worth it! And I agree!“

“Hermoso servicio y buenas personas.“

“Amazing service and food!!!!“

“Delicious garlic crab and noodles“

“I'm not breaking new ground here—the Peking Duck is incredible. But what's even better is the duck carcass: deep-fried, then sautéed with spices and Sichuan peppercorns. Absolutely off-the-charts delicious. That said, charging $15 extra for it feels a bit much.“

“I always have a good time great food💕“

“This place was recommended to us by a bartender at Mr Bings and we were not disappointed. The food was delicious. And the servers/owners were so friendly. Highly recommend.“

“The ingredients are very fresh, the restaurant atmosphere is very good, the service attitude of the staff is also very good, and I had a great time eating“

“I had originally given them a one star review. Was contacted by Chris the owner with an apology for a reservation they canceled. They asked us for a second chance and we gave it them. They totally made good and we had a very pleasant evening.“

“Truly incredible pasta. Doppio pasta dish is one of the most delightful plates of food I've been served in 20 years in the Bay Area. Artwork on a plate. Perfectly balanced. No notes. I feel like this place is getting slept on. Go yesterday!!!“

“Awesome service amazing food 👍🏻💃🏼🥂🍸🥰‼️“

“We went here for dinner yesterday, the food and service was absolutely incredible! I can’t believe how each dish had so many great flavors. We ordered several dishes ranging from vegetarian to meats, all were spectacular! Thank you for introducing Burma food to us!“

“Really loved their crabs—so much that we ordered a second one even when we were almost full! We tried both the roasted and drunken flavors, and the roasted was definitely better. The garlic noodles were also super delicious and highly recommended. Everything we had was tasty, but the price was steep—over $300 for 2ppl (2 crabs, 1 noodle, 1 eggplant stir-fry, and 3 drinks) didn’t feel worth it. Great food, but not sure if it justifies the cost.“

“Such a fun, iconic spot! I loved the atmosphere and it was really easy to find parking. The food was fantastic also, and I'd recommend in particular the bouillabaisse and the shrimp scampi.

The service, however, was lackadaisical. It took nearly an hour to get our food, and the server didn’t bring the appetizer first (in fact it didn't even arrive with the main meal). He seemed unconcerned about our experience.“

“Tomasso’s pizza is among the best I’ve ever had. Been coming here for 30 years.“

“Everything about Gozusf is unique. From the furnishings to the restrooms... yes the restrooms are next level. Every dish is presented as a work of art, and is filled with so much flavor it's hard to describe. You simply need to try EVERYTHING. The service is impeccable and this is an experience that should not be missed!“

“From the moment I walked in the door, the wonderful staff were SUPER attentive and kind. Not only is the space beautiful, I think it’s the attention to detail (and customer) that makes the difference. Thank you so much, Bar Gemini, I’ll definitely be back! Oh and the wine list and playlists are dope.“

“Great dim sum. Friendly service. Great location in the fisherman’s wharf area where locals and tourists can enjoy the food and the scenary“

“Amazing quality and rich tasty food proportions are Awsome high class spot love it !!!!!! Never been to such an excellent Burmese restaurant!! Great cocktails service & food & price is outstanding I give it 5 stars ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“A seafood store with flavors of Italy and Japan. You can order seafood to take home and eat or prepare, or dine in. Service was welcoming and helpful.

We had the Spanish octopus carpaccio and Wild Scallop Ceviche both of which were light and tasty.

They also had a nice section of Japanese shoyu and food items and Italian food items.

The bathroom was clean and pleasant.

The area, Noe Valley, is a busy, active neighborhood with nice shops and eateries, full of friendly people and families.“

“My fiancé and I found your restaurant Saturday afternoon while sightseeing the city. We were so impressed with the atmosphere and hospitality. This place is the best for nice afternoon seafood lunch! Thank you so much for the delicious meal.“

“This place was such a find. Great food. Wonderful service. The oysters were fantastico! Great gluten free options. All around the table were pleased. Deviled eggs, clam chowder (extra awesome), ceviche (wonderful), fried artichokes (OMG gluten free), seasonal watermelon salad + a decent wine and cocktail list. If I lived in this neighborhood I'd be here at least once a week. I just wish I had remembered to take pictures.“

“Excellent cuisine and outstanding service.“

“Great bar with awesome service and atmosphere“

“Almost 50 years and still serving“

“Those who complain on the thread about spicy food perplex me—why did they go to a Sichuan restaurant? I have a lower craving/tolerance for spice than a typical Chinese person with Sichuan roots—I like the flavor but don't seek the heat necessarily. To me, the food at Z&Y was the appropriate level of spicy and flavorful. Actually, there's a variety of regional specialties, and our party just ordered what we felt like without regard to trying to get a typical Sichuan meal. I had meant to book a table at Z&Y Peking Duck across the street, but I didn't mind the mistake! I don't live in SF, and am willing to shell it out for a Michelin fine dining experience. I found Z&Y was relatively expensive and in slightly more modest proportion to what one might expect for a typical Chinatown restaurant, but worth it due to the extremely high quality and authentic food. Decor and service style are also typical Chinatown vibe. We had to get egg rolls for the youngest adult with us, and they were crisp and tasty. Tan tan noodles had spice and subtle flavor at the same time. We ordered Peking duck and I wondered if we got the tea smoked duck, but we didn't even complain because there was a LOT of duck and the smoky flavor was unique and delicious—and there were enough thin pancakes, sauce, cucumber, and spring onions. Pea shoots and cumin beef were very tasty. We added on Dong Po Ro (Pork Shoulder) as our last dish came to the table because we needed more food. It came to the table quickly and was melt in your mouth tender. Yes, it is very fatty, but that's the point of this cut—if you don't like fat, don't get Dong Po Ro! Lots of happy accidents with this meal, wouldn't change a thing.“

“Best poke in mission district.“

“Food was wonderful great service and beautiful view!!“

“Considering how busy it was due to a big conference, the service was excellent. Food was great value. They really know how to make a good martini! The ppl up front were very accomodating in terms of allowing us to switch from our requested table upstairs to downstairs. However, it was very noisy, my issue was trying to have a conversation without practically shouting to my dinner companions.“