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Waterbar, San Francisco, CA

Waterbar

4.6
4.6
10920 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 74 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 10,920 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.

10,920 Reviews
  1. Cristino

    VIP

    San Francisco

    58 reviews

    5.0

    58 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Itis a very good restaurant. Food was great. The chef's oysters special was very good value. The chilled lobster was delicious. Desserts were good. They must have good chefs.

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  2. Jessie

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great experience, great food, and for SF and the beautiful and and location - it was not overpriced. Looking forward to going back!

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  3. Mark

    VIP

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really nice lunch-fish super fresh and delicious-highly recommend
    WaterbarResponded 1 day ago
    We thank you so much for teh kind support Mark! Best, Rich T.

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  4. Louise

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Husband and I dined there for anniversary dinner on 12/19. A favorite for many years, it was memorable with an assorted menu of many choices and nice preparations. Started with ultra fresh raw oysters and squid noodles...both wonderful. My lobster bisque was tasty, but more lobster bits would have made it better. Entrees were branzino nicely filleted, with rice and veggies, all served hot and fresh. The other entree grilled tuna was well prepared but lacked flavor in sauce. We didn't order dessert but were pleasantly surprised with two complimentary bites of chocolate for our special occasion. Very enjoyable experience.
    WaterbarResponded 1 day ago
    We send our thanks Louise, best, Rich T.

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  5. Connie

    VIP

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely fantastic! Our server was so attentive, just like waiters in every restaurant used to be in the old days. He seemed genuinely interested to engage with us, and he really cared about our ordering process and our enjoyment of the meal. LUCA went out of his way to make sure we had a most enjoyable time. After every interaction with him, he ended it with “thank you“. Very classy in my opinion. I loved it that without our really realizing it he would gently sweep away the crumbs that had accumulated on the table cloth. Our dessert wasn’t to our liking, even though he had suggested it, and he comped it for Us That is so great. The overall ambience is very tasteful the view of the Bay and the San Francisco Oakland Bay Bridge is stunning. I wish the hostesses had been a little cheerier …these young ladies they can’t even break a smile. Yes it is expensive, but the food is top-notch, absolute quality, and the service is stupendous. Five stars and two thumbs up!
    WaterbarResponded 1 day ago
    WOW, Connie, we so appreciate your details and kind support. Luca is a star! Many thanks, Rich T.

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  6. Sean

    Sacramento

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding restaurant!! Great location with a beautiful view! The food was incredible and the service was excellent!
    WaterbarResponded 2 days ago
    Our thanks Sean!

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  7. Mona

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent but the Opakapaka carpaccio stole the show, it was incredibly delicious. We also had the crab cocktail very fresh and tasty, a little more sauce would have been great. We ordered the Miso Cod and the Alaskan Halibut, we loved both dishes. I liked the Halibut more and my friend liked the Cod more. Dessert was the warm apple crisp, a great finish to a wonderful meal. Our server was so helpful, attentive and friendly. Wish I had gotten her name. She was wonderful
    WaterbarResponded 2 days ago
    We shared your kind review with our team today Mona, Many thanks and Yetem sends her regards, Best, Rich T.

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  8. Judith

    San Francisco

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Food eaten by 8 people was horrid. Flavors were terrible. Salad was extremely salted and unpalatable and soggy. Many people left their course it was so bad. Dessert was a major disappointment. The apple crisp came on an ice cold plate. Apple filling tasted like out of a can. The ice cream was inbelieveably bad. Who eats or likes Camembert ice cream. We would not co back unless cook and food menus and taste was brought to standard. Also one customer got the wrong entree and had to wait for another. The waiter was not unpleasant but was disinterested and not engaged. That being said, ambiance was wonderful. Flavors need a lot of work.
    WaterbarResponded 2 days ago
    Well Judith, we are humbled and reminded of the subjectivity of what we do. Thank you, RIch T.

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  9. Donna

    VIP

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service, food and a very fun and beautiful restaurant.
    WaterbarResponded 2 days ago
    Great to hear, thank you Donna, best, Rich T.

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  10. Kevin

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tonight was a celebration of our Wedding. Our server was excellent and knowledgeable About the selections. At the end of the meal they brought a plater that said congratulations and some bubbly to celebrate.
    WaterbarResponded 2 days ago
    Congrats and thanks Kevin! Best, 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 10920 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.
Booked 74 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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