25 Best Waterfront Restaurants in Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

25 restaurants available nearby

A photo of The Waterfront Restaurant and Cafe restaurant

1. The Waterfront Restaurant and Cafe

4.7

Exceptional(3629)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 20 times today

The Waterfront Restaurant and Cafe is a waterfront restaurant because it offers stunning views of the Bay Bridge from every table, both indoors and on the tented patio. The restaurant is located on Pier 7 on the Embarcadero in San Francisco, which is in the heart of the waterfront area. Reviewers consistently highlight the breathtaking views and the waterfront location as a key feature of their dining experience.

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2. La Mar Cocina Peruana

4.7

Exceptional(8348)

Price: Expensive

• Peruvian • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 127 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.

3. Waterbar

4.6

Exceptional(10795)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 117 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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4. Angler San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(175)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 53 times today

Angler is a seafood-focused Saison Hospitality Group restaurant with one Michelin star on the Embarcadero waterfront, featuring views of our expansive wood burning hearth and the San Francisco Bay, where each dish is touched by fire and intended to be shared.Our sourcing is deliberate and our menus closely follow the seasons of Northern California. Chef de Cuisine, Joe Hou

5. Alora

4.6

Exceptional(131)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 18 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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6. COQUETA - San Francisco

4.6

Exceptional(3294)

Price: Very Expensive

• Spanish • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 47 times today

Brought to you by Award Winning Chef Michael Chiarello and located at Pier 5 on the bustling San Francisco Waterfront, Coqueta is inspired by the cuisines of Spain. Chef Chiarello feels that Spain’s signature ‘small plates’ coupled with the social vibrancy of their dining scene is the perfect combination for San Francisco, which has its own deep-rooted history with the country. Focusing on regional dishes from Madrid, Catalonia, the Basque Country and beyond, the menu will feature Chiarello's interpretation of traditional Spanish cuisine and, as has always been his tradition, will highlight the bounty of fresh, local ingredients from land and sea.Coqueta means “flirt” or “infatuation” in Spanish, and represents Michael Chiarello and his team’s exploration and interpretation of Spanish Cuisine, wine and inspired cocktails, while highlighting the bounty of Northern California.

A photo of Perry's - Embarcadero restaurant

7. Perry's - Embarcadero

4.7

Exceptional(2312)

Price: Moderate

• American • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 24 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.

8. Bistro Boudin

4.5

Awesome(2116)

Price: Moderate

• American • Fisherman's Wharf

Booked 10 times today

Located on the upper level of Boudin at the Wharf, Bistro Boudin offers an ideal place to enjoy a leisurely meal with views of the SF Bay. Warm and inviting with beautiful dark wood accents, Bistro Boudin features a full service bar, Oyster bar and spectacular views of the waterfront. The menu is influenced by the abundance of seasonally fresh foods available in the San Francisco Bay Area and the restaurant is open for lunch and dinner.

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9. Franciscan Crab Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(3647)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Fisherman's Wharf

Booked 15 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.

10. Cioppino's

4.2

Awesome(1051)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Fisherman's Wharf

Booked 13 times today

Fresh seafood and classic Italian dishes served in a bustling, family-friendly atmosphere. Try the award-winning Clam Chowder or the signature dish, Cioppino. A Fisherman's Wharf destination, owned and operated by 5th generation San Franciscans.

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25 restaurants available nearby

1. The Waterfront Restaurant and Cafe

2. La Mar Cocina Peruana

3. Waterbar

4. Angler San Francisco

5. Alora

6. COQUETA - San Francisco

7. Perry's - Embarcadero

8. Bistro Boudin

9. Franciscan Crab Restaurant

10. Cioppino's

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