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Franciscan Crab Restaurant

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Address:
Pier 43 1/2
San Francisco, CA 94133

Neighborhood:
Fisherman's Wharf

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Cuisine:
Seafood

Price: $31 to $50

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Franciscan Crab Restaurant Details

Dining Style: Casual Dining
Website: http://www.franciscancrabrestaurant.com
Email: comments@franciscancrabrestaurant.com
Phone: (415) 362-7733
Hours of Operation: Daily 11:30 am - 10:00 pm
Cross Street: Taylor
Public Transit: Muni: F-Line
Parking: Public Lot
Parking Details: Public Lot in front of the restaurant. Two hours free parking with validation.
Payment Options: Diners Club, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa
Cuisine: Seafood
Executive Chef: Andrea Froncillo
Dress Code: Smart Casual
Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Fireplace, Full Bar, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Private Party Facilities: Semi-private dining with seating from 28 - 58 people. Banquet menus available.
Private Party Contact: Craig Woods (415) 362-7733

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A word from Franciscan Crab Restaurant

"Hands down the best food you'll find on San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf" proclaimed Sunset Magazine. An extensive renovation has revitalized the Franciscan Crab Restaurant, a Fisherman's Wharf institution since 1957. White tiled walls, beautiful marble bar and twenty foot windows overlook the… bay and Alcatraz. Terraced dining affords views from every table: hand blown glass shades and chandeliers dazzle, black and white photos of celebrity patrons adorn the stairs and walls. Continued

Franciscan Crab Restaurant

4.2

144 $31 to $50 restaurant

Awards voted by OpenTable diners

Diners' Choice WinnerScenic View
Diners' Choice WinnerSeafood

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161 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

161 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

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Diners classify this restaurant as:

scenic view(124)
special occasion(72)
good for groups(55)

romantic(52)
fit for foodies(37)
kid-friendly(34)

Current OpenTable.com Diner Reviews (161)

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Very consistent excellent

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/11/2012

2007

Dined on 04/11/2012

2007

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Very consistent excellent crab-seafood restaurant on Fisherman's Wharf. Great for newbies to San Francisco as well as frequent flyers."

Dined on 04/11/2012

2007

Special Features: good for groups, scenic view

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Food/Good Vibe

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/06/2012

2012

Dined on 04/06/2012

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We had a large party (16) and it was crowded but we rec'd wonderful service and the food was excellent and the staff very friendly and accomodating"

Dined on 04/06/2012

2012

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch

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Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Awful smell, outdated menu

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/08/2012

2005

Dined on 04/08/2012

2005

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We arrived at 11:30 Sunday morning. The restaurant smelled very bad, a mixture of cleaning fluid and old carpet. The menu is very outdated, fish cooked in heavy sauces for main courses. The crab was fried in butter (?) and was ok, but eating it was a challenge. This is a beautiful old restaurant and could be a smash hit."

Dined on 04/08/2012

2005

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Good family atmosphere with

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/07/2012

2005

Dined on 04/07/2012

2005

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Good family atmosphere with a great view and good food."

Dined on 04/07/2012

2005

Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion, scenic view

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

The Prix Fixe menu is a steal!

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/29/2012

2007

Dined on 03/29/2012

2007

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The Prix Fixe menu is a steal! Calamari was light and the Spicy Shrimp Fettucini and Clam Chowder was delicious. I will definitely go back to try to Sizzling Crab Legs."

Dined on 03/29/2012

2007

Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I loved the food here and

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/19/2012

2012

Dined on 03/19/2012

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"I loved the food here and the sizzling crab and the crab enchiladas were great"

Dined on 03/19/2012

2012

Special Features: romantic, special occasion, scenic view

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Gem at the Fisherman's Wharf

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/21/2012

2008

Dined on 03/21/2012

2008

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"A wonderful restaurant at the Fisherman's Wharf with an outstanding view of the SF Bay.
Service, food and service were excellent. Especially enjoyed the wine!"

Dined on 03/21/2012

2008

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch

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Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Overall a an enjoyable place

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/18/2012

2007

Dined on 03/18/2012

2007

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Overall a an enjoyable place to go. Great Bay view. Most fish dishes seemed highly seasoned with oil and garlic. That kind of took away from the dungeness crab."

Dined on 03/18/2012

2007

Special Features: kid-friendly, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I went for my Birthday. We

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/03/2012

2012

Dined on 03/03/2012

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"I went for my Birthday. We were running late. So I got online to opentable and change my reservation time. It was that easy. We got to the restaurant and were immediately seated. The person who waited on us was not friendly. Nor was her prompt. Our food was delicious. I would differently go back and recommend. Just hope to not get the same waiter."

Dined on 03/03/2012

2012

Special Features: romantic, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Cara

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/16/2012

2012

Dined on 03/16/2012

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

"We visited for dinner after a beautiful wedding at City Hall. The service was OUTSTANDING. The food was delicious, the view spectacular and my husband......amazing. :) Love this place."

Dined on 03/16/2012

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch