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Waterbar, San Francisco, CA

Waterbar

4.6
4.6
10906 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood
A photo of Waterbar restaurant

Waterbar

4.6
$31 to $50
Seafood
Financial District / Embarcadero

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 79 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
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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Dining areas

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

Experiences

  • Celebrate New Years Eve at Waterbar!

    US$263.54 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Waterbar will serve a five-course pre-fixed menu for dinner. Chef Josh Su has chosen his favorite seasonal and celebratory dishes for the menu! $195 per person (exclusive of 20% gratuity, 6% SF mandates surcharge, and 8.625% sales tax). Beverages are charged on consumption. We have two seatings available: the first seating from 5:45pm - 6:30pm with a 2.5 hour table time limit; and the second seating from 7:00pm - 9:00pm. PLEASE NOTE: The fireworks can only be viewed from outside of the restaurant on the Embarcadero walkway. There is NO Valet parking. Go to Spothero.com for parking availability.
    Celebrate New Years Eve at Waterbar! photo

What 10,906 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 offers an exceptional dining experience with "fantastic food and unparalleled views" of the Bay Bridge, making it a must-visit spot for seafood lovers. Guests rave about the "EXCELLENT service" and the "beautiful atmosphere." Despite some mixed reviews on menu options, the overall ambiance and attentive staff ensure a memorable visit.

10,906 Reviews
  1. Andrew

    San Francisco

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband loved the fish and chips. Only complaint was the wines by the glass. Had trouble finding something to my liking. I guess my favorite was the French Chardonnay—good price point too.

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  2. Arun

    New York City

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Oysters for $1.55 are great given dollar oysters aren’t a thing anymore, however seeing a worm in one of the oysters after we ordered 76 of them made me feel sick. The manager was useless and said “we have the best staff” and “we inspect all food out of the kitchen” instead of just owning up to their mistake. Do better, especially when people pay their hard earned money to try and enjoy a moment.
    WaterbarResponded 1 day ago
    We are sincerely sorry for the miscue Arun and I now we took care of all your oysters. Thank you, Rich T.

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  3. Sara

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Very loud inside. Fish tanks need to be cleaned very badly. Food was good.
    WaterbarResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you Sara, we have never been known as quiet that is for sure...We have our aquariums cared for by the same folks that run all the aquariums at GG Park Acadamy of Sciences, so the fish are well attented to. Best, Rich T.

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  4. Rhodora

    San Francisco

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The wait staff were very attentive and made our party of 4 feel welcomed. Additionally the food was very good.
    WaterbarResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks so very much for the suport Rhodora! Best, Rich T.

    1 person found this helpful

  5. Sara

    Fort Lauderdale

    50 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on December 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the atmosphere and the festive decorations! The food is tremendous and service is excellent. My husband had the branzino, which was deliciously smoky with a nice crispy skin, and my black cod was well seasoned and cooked to silky perfection. The warm apple crisp was outstanding, we’d go back just for dessert!
    WaterbarResponded on December 3, 2024
    Thanks so very much Sara!

    1 person found this helpful

  6. Jeff

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We felt like we were the only people there…. The food and staff were fantastic!
    WaterbarResponded 7 days ago
    WOW! How nice of you Jeff! Our sincere gratitide, Rich T.

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  7. cory

    San Francisco

    32 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on December 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a perfect experience! Very much enjoyed the sea food platter
    WaterbarResponded on December 3, 2024
    Thank you Cory!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Waterbar was a 5 star experience. A perfect place for a special night in SF.
    WaterbarResponded on December 2, 2024
    Thank you for celebrating with us and the kind support! Best, Rich T.

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  9. Mario

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So sorry I do not remember our server’s name, because he provided amazing service. In fact, all the staff we interacted with were amazing. The food was more than delicious, it was mouthwatering. View of the bay is spectacular! Oh yes, he asked if we were celebrating any special occasion. We were out celebrating a birthday and anniversary. He surprised us with two tasty brownie bites. Trust me, dine here and you will not be disappointed.
    WaterbarResponded on December 1, 2024
    We THANK you Mario! Best, Rich T.

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  10. Frank

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Then$98 lobster pie was very bland. No taste. Not worth $98.
    WaterbarResponded on December 1, 2024
    So sorry to hear that Frank and we thank you for the detail We would be happy to address in the moment. Thank you, 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 10906 OpenTable diners.

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

A photo of Waterbar restaurant

Waterbar

4.6
$31 to $50
Seafood
Financial District / Embarcadero

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 79 times today
Experiences are available.

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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