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Waterbar, San Francisco, CA

Waterbar

4.6
4.6
10985 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 p.m.

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Booked 97 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
Waterbar is a seafood-centric restaurant located on the waterfront with spectacular panoramic views of the bay and city skyline, exceptional design, and a menu of the freshest sustainable fish and seafood. Featuring stunning outdoor (dog-friendly) dining on the waterfront patio, a relaxed atmosphere and floor-to-ceiling circular aquariums filled with an eye-catching array of fish and marine life from the Pacific Ocean. Waterbar is not to be missed.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:15 pm Lunch Daily 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (415) 284-9922
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Parke Ulrich
  • Private party facilities
    The best view in San Francisco combined with sustainable seafood makes Waterbar the perfect destination for you to celebrate!
  • Private party contact
    David Hanna: (415) 284-9607
  • Neighbourhood
    Financial District / Embarcadero
  • Cross Street
    Harrison
  • Parking details
    Metered street parking can be found on the surrounding streets of our neighborhood. There is also the Hills Plaza Garage (entrance at Folsom near Embarcadero). Go to: spothero.com for additional help.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 10,985 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco

    Great for scenic views

  • San Francisco

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Waterbar in San Francisco shines with "amazing service," "fantastic views," and "delicious seafood." While some diners note noise and portion concerns, others praise the "incredible ambiance" and "fresh, beautifully presented dishes." It's perfect for special occasions, offering "exceptional dining experiences" with a vibrant atmosphere and stylish setting.
10,985 Reviews
  1. Sargent

    Unspecified

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love getting there early and enjoying oysters at the bar!
    WaterbarResponded 1 day ago
    Hello Sargent! See you here every day for our $1.55 daily featured oyster! Many thanks, best, Rich T.

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  2. brenda

    VIP

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I come here often and always have a great experience. While the food is great, it is the people who work in the restaurant that makes it an awesome experience. They were attentive without over doing it.

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  3. ricardo

    San Francisco

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had such a pleasant San Francisco dining experience at Waterbar. It did not disappoint us one bit, it lived up to its location offering up a view of the Bay Bridge. This was our dinner before a show at the Orpheum and was conveniently located next to a Muni station. The food was outstanding, it was so difficult to decide what to order. I highly recommend this restaurant.

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  4. Phuong

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and excellent food! We had so much fun there with the family to celebrate a birthday

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  5. Peter

    VIP

    San Francisco

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I believe we had Christian as our server . . . very attentive, efficient, personable. The food was outstanding. I had the northern halibut (from the Canadian Atlantic) together with the Brussels sprouts salad--creatively done! My wife had the scallops as an appetizer and then a risotto--she was very pleased.

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  6. Kathleen

    VIP

    San Francisco

    70 reviews

    5.0

    70 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’m a big fan of this restaurant for many reasons. The service is excellent. The food is delicious and the oysters are the best. 
    WaterbarResponded 1 day ago
    THANK YOU Kathleen! We're thrilled you enjoyed our waterfront dining with stunning Bay Bridge views. It's our goal to provide exceptional service and the freshest, sustainable seafood in San Francisco. Whether you're visiting for a romantic dinner, celebrating a special occasion, or hosting a corporate event in our private dining room, we love creating memorable moments for our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Rich T.

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  7. steven

    San Francisco

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a good dining and viewing experience at Waterbar. Food is very good, service and ambience just excellent
    WaterbarResponded 1 day ago
    Hello Steven, Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience at Waterbar! We're thrilled you enjoyed our waterfront dining with stunning Bay Bridge views. It's our goal to provide exceptional service and the freshest, sustainable seafood in San Francisco. Whether you're visiting for a romantic dinner, celebrating a special occasion, or hosting a corporate event in our private dining room, we love creating memorable moments for our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Rich T.

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  8. Greg

    VIP

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    ★☆☆☆☆ The service I experienced at Waterbar was deeply disappointing. Our waiter displayed an unsettling level of aggression and rudeness throughout the meal. Their unprofessional demeanor made for an uncomfortable dining experience. The hostile service alone would prevent me from returning or recommending this establishment to others.
    WaterbarResponded 1 day ago
    Hello Greg, We thank you for the difficult feedback, and so greatly apologize for how you felt. We are in the hospitality business and our guests mean everything to us! It is our staff's focus, passion and first job duty, to demonstarte that genuine care and attention that we have had as a hallmark for 17 years. Having you or any guest feel this way is not acceptable and we will review with all staff. I hope that you are kind enough to please reach out to me, and allow us to have some redemption for you. Our sincere appreciation, Rich T.

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  9. Debra

    VIP

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food. Well prepared and balanced in flavored. Jeremy was a fantastic server.
    WaterbarResponded 1 day ago
    Hello Debra, Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience at Waterbar! We're thrilled you enjoyed our waterfront dining with stunning Bay Bridge views. It's our goal to provide exceptional service and the freshest, sustainable seafood in San Francisco. Whether you're visiting for a romantic dinner, celebrating a special occasion, or hosting a corporate event in our private dining room, we love creating memorable moments for our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Rich T.

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  10. Sharon

    VIP

    Charleston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, delicious food, beautiful views, and top notch service! I had the black cod, which was superior!
    WaterbarResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you so much Sharon, for sharing your wonderful experience at Waterbar! We're thrilled you enjoyed our waterfront dining with stunning Bay Bridge views. It's our goal to provide exceptional service and the freshest, sustainable seafood in San Francisco. Whether you're visiting for a romantic dinner, celebrating a special occasion, or hosting a corporate event in our private dining room, we love creating memorable moments for our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Rich T.

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FAQs

Waterbar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 284-9922.

Waterbar is rated 4.6 stars by 10985 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.

Select a time

Booked 97 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Waterbar

399 The Embarcadero South, San Francisco, CA 94105

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Harrison
  • Neighbourhood
    Financial District / Embarcadero
  • Hours of Operation
    Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:15 pm Lunch Daily 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Metered street parking can be found on the surrounding streets of our neighborhood. There is also the Hills Plaza Garage (entrance at Folsom near Embarcadero). Go to: spothero.com for additional help.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Parke Ulrich
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (415) 284-9922
  • Private party facilities
    The best view in San Francisco combined with sustainable seafood makes Waterbar the perfect destination for you to celebrate!
  • Private party contact
    David Hanna: (415) 284-9607
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