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1. Waterbar
4.7
Exceptional(11458)
$$$$
• Seafood • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 84 times today
Waterbar is a seafood-centric restaurant located on the waterfront in San Francisco. It's famous for its stunning panoramic views of the bay and city skyline, as well as its exceptional design and menu of fresh sustainable fish and seafood. Reviews often highlight the restaurant's spectacular views of the Bay Bridge and the Bay, making it a popular spot for dining and enjoying the waterfront ambiance.
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2. McCormick & Kuleto's Seafood Restaurant
4.3
Awesome(5653)
$$$$
• Seafood • Fisherman's Wharf
Booked 39 times today
Featuring seasonal seafood, tender steaks and signature oysters, our commitment to freshness is reflected in our daily changing menu. From our seasonal Wild Isles Salmon caught from the coast of Scotland's Shetland Islands, to our Hawaiian Seafood overnighted from the Honolulu Fish Auction, and Wild Pacific Northwest Salmon pulled from pristine river waters, our menu incorporates regional tastes, farm fresh products, and local and sustainably sourced ingredients wherever possible. With our exclusive line of signature oysters sourced from our own private oyster beds, as well as a fine selection of steaks, soups, salads and pasta dishes, McCormick & Schmick's appeals to the tastes of all diners.
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3. Scoma's Fisherman's Wharf
4.7
Exceptional(6618)
$$$$
• Seafood • Fisherman's Wharf
Booked 113 times today
Founded in 1965, Scoma's Seafood Restaurant is located in the heart of San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf. Family-owned for three generations, our iconic waterfront restaurant is famous for serving the freshest seafood from pier-to-plate. An award-winning bar program includes an extensive wine list, local microbrews, and expertly crafted cocktails. For over 60 years, locals, visitors, politicians, athletes, actors, singers, and heads of state have been frequenting Scoma's for its old-school hospitality, delicious seafood, spectacular views, and impeccable cocktails. Located on a working pier, Scoma's has its own fish receiving station, dealing directly with local fishers for 100% sustainable seafood.***Scoma's gladly welcomes reservations, as well as walk-in guests on a first come first served basis. You can also call 415.771.4383 for assistance with reservations. *** WE OFFER COMPLIMENTORY PARKING***
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4. EPIC Steak
4.7
Exceptional(8552)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 110 times today
EPIC Steak is a waterfront restaurant located at The Embarcadero in San Francisco. The restaurant offers outdoor dining with spectacular views of the Bay Bridge, as stated in many reviews. One reviewer mentions a 'spectacular outdoor dining area, expansive, on the water' and another praises the 'stunning location, classic ambience, and impeccable service elevated our experience, creating memories to cherish.' So, the restaurant not only serves up delicious steaks but also offers a beautiful waterfront setting.
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5. La Mar Cocina Peruana San Francisco
4.8
Exceptional(8951)
$$$$
• Peruvian • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 130 times today
Inspired by the thousands of cebicherias found throughout Peru, La Mar Cebicheri­a Peruana, was created as an attempt to globalize and enshrine one of the best guarded treasures of Peruvian cuisine: cebiche, Peruvian seafood and the scenery created to enjoy them, the Peruvian style cebicheria.
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6. Franciscan Crab Restaurant
4.5
Awesome(3663)
$$$$
• Seafood • Fisherman's Wharf
Booked 23 times today
The Franciscan Crab Restaurant is a waterfront gem at San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf. It's known for its delicious seafood and stunning views of the bay. Patrons rave about the 'unbeatable' views, with every table offering a spectacular sight of the bay and Alcatraz. The restaurant's renovation has enhanced the waterfront ambiance, making it a must-visit for anyone dining on San Francisco's waterfront.
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7. Alora
4.6
Exceptional(357)
$$$$
• Mediterranean • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 16 times today
Alora is a Coastal Culinary Journey from the Mediterranean Sea to the California shores. Alora, meaning “beautiful dreamer,” is a refined yet convivial San Francisco waterfront restaurant that melds the vibrant flavors, ingredients and dishes from countries spanning the vast Mediterranean coastline with market-driven California cuisine.
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8. Ozumo - San Francisco
4.7
Exceptional(3418)
$$$$
• Japanese • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 37 times today
Ozumo is one of San Francisco’s most popular destinations for contemporary Japanese cuisine. Created in 2001, Ozumo was one of the first restaurants to combine sushi and robata cooking under one roof. Its captivating design, by world-renowned Japanese-based Super Potato, continues to delight diners, years after its’ inception. Ozumo introduced chilled, high-quality sake to its’ guests, by curating one of the finest collections from Japan’s most esteemed brewers.www.ozumo.com@ozumosanfrancisco
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9. Perry's - Embarcadero
4.6
Exceptional(2395)
$$$$
• American • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 25 times today
Perry's - Embarcadero is a waterfront restaurant as it's located right on the waterfront of San Francisco's Embarcadero. Reviews mention the 'great bayside views,' 'view of the Bay and Bay Bridge,' and 'outdoor seating on the Embarcadero side with view of the Bay and Bay Bridge.' So, it's definitely a spot where you can enjoy your meal while taking in the sights and sounds of the Bay.
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10. Arquet
4.4
Awesome(465)
$$$$
• Californian • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 62 times today
Located in San Francisco’s iconic Ferry Building, Arquet is a new, ingredient-driven California restaurant from the team behind Michelin star Sorrel Restaurant that blends wood-fired cooking with seasonal, locally sourced produce—drawing inspiration from the adjacent Ferry Building Farmers Market. Open for lunch and dinner service, Arquet offers a refined and casual waterfront dining experience in a stunning, arch-filled space.
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  • Kenya
    Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Everything was great!! Gino provided amazing service and great recommendations!!
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    Franciscan Crab Restaurant$$$$• Seafood• Fisherman's Wharf
    •
    4.5
  • DennisGold
    San Francisco Bay Area •32 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    The food was wonderful. Everyone at our table raved about the entrees, which offered many choices for meat as well as plant-based. We definitely want to return. The service was top notch too.
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    Alora$$$$• Mediterranean• Financial District / Embarcadero
    •
    4.6
  • Yamilet
    Los Angeles •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Came back again for our 4 year anniversary and it did not disappoint. Server was professional and efficient. I think the manager (?) even came to wish us a happy anniversary which my girlfriend and I found very endearing and amusing. The food was amazing we got the Ode to Long noodles, miso cod, virgin drinks, as well as the banana pudding. We got some other items but those were the standouts, all cooked perfectly!! Thank you for another great dinner!
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    Waterbar$$$$• Seafood• Financial District / Embarcadero
    •
    4.7
  • LindaGold
    San Francisco Bay Area •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Scoma's has consistently provided outstanding food, service, and ambiance. Do your family, friends and guests a favor...bring them to Scoma's!!
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    Scoma's Fisherman's Wharf$$$$• Seafood• Fisherman's Wharf
    •
    4.7
  • Barclay
    Coastal Georgia •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on May 22, 2026
    Prawn and scallops Rockefeller is an outstanding appetizer. Entrees excellent! We loved the Cioppino. The sauce is very tasty and the quality and quantity of included Dungeness crab is generous. Also much enjoyed the Dungeness crab stuffed, grilled salmon. Seating and views of the Bay and friendly nearby diners topped off a wonderful meal for the four of us.
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    McCormick & Kuleto's Seafood Restaurant$$$$• Seafood• Fisherman's Wharf
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    4.3

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