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Waterbar, San Francisco, CA

Waterbar

4.6 (11098)
$31 to $50
Seafood
399 The Embarcadero South, San Francisco, CA 94105

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 65 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Hot spot
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.

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
  • 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
  • Neighborhood
    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

Private dining

What 11,098 people are saying

Waterbar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Most Booked

  • San Francisco

    Seafood

  • San Francisco

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Waterbar in San Francisco offers "great atmosphere" and "gorgeous views" of the Bay, making it a favorite for locals and visitors alike. Diners rave about the "delicious food" and "exceptional service." Notably, the "oysters, champagne, and fries are a trio from the gods." A perfect spot for "special occasions."

11,098 Reviews
  1. DON

    San Francisco17 reviews

    3.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a nice evening and everything was fine. But I do think it’s over priced. For me anyway. It’s a very nice restaurant and everyone is very nice but I would classify the food and service as just ok from other places we visit. Nothing horrible or bad. Just ok and over priced in my opinion.

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  2. Timothy

    San Francisco1 review

    1.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Poor transparency for OT reservations. I paid a deposit for 2 individuals and it said that it would be applied to the final bill but nowhere did it mention that whatever was remainder would NOT be refunded.

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  3. Jerie VIP

    San Francisco13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mother’s Day brunch. Pre fixe menu. Not what I was expecting but very tasty. Started with chef’s choice oysters and bread. Drinks were delicious and quick. Waiter was attentive and efficient. Portions were on the smaller side for the fish dishes but appropriate for the three courses that were served. Definitely a special place. I would definitely encourage others to check it out. Bring your bling because quality doesn’t come cheap.

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  4. Kimberly

    Central Coast4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Waterbar was a wonderful experience. Superb service and the food was heavenly.

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  5. Nui

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Definitely this is my regular spot ! Always live the atmosphere and the service here! Food and oysters always fresh best if the best ! Definitely will coming back for more !

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  6. Amber

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a special occasion. We love Waterbar and always will come when we have celebrations. We love California

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  7. Julia

    Miami2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food! Service was impeccable...very pricey!

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  8. Christopher VIP

    London23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service. Good cocktails too. Definitely worth a visit.
    WaterbarResponded 2 days ago
    Hello Christopher, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and service. It's great to know that our cocktails also met your expectations. We strive to provide an exceptional dining experience and your feedback is a testament to our efforts. We look forward to welcoming you back to Waterbar soon. Best wishes, The Management Team

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  9. Todd VIP

    San Francisco19 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful restaurant that highlights the Bay view and fresh food. Decor was nautical and modern. Service was very good and attentive staff made great recommendations. Busy night so noise level was high.
    WaterbarResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Todd! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our modern and nautical decor and Bay view. We're also glad to know that our service and food met your expectations. We understand that the noise level was a bit high during your visit, and we appreciate your understanding. We're always working on improving our services and your feedback helps us do that. We hope to see you again soon at Waterbar! Best, Rich T.

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  10. Rana

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Oysters were super fresh and tasty! Service and ambiance is excellent. Great place, every time.
    WaterbarResponded 2 days ago
    Hey Rana, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your visit to Waterbar! It's fantastic to know that our oysters were super fresh and tasty and that our ambiance and service met your expectations. We always strive to provide a great dining experience for our guests, and your kind words truly make our day. We can't wait to welcome you back for another delightful visit. Thanks for the wonderful review! Best regards, 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 11098 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. United States
  3. San Francisco Bay Area
  4. San Francisco
  5. Financial District / Embarcadero

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 65 times today
Google Map for Waterbar

399 The Embarcadero South, San Francisco, CA 94105

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Harrison
  • Neighborhood
    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
  • 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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