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Waterbar

Name: Waterbar
Address: 399 The Embarcadero South, San Francisco, CA, United States, 94105
Telephone: (415) 284-9922
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6 (11124)

$31 to $50

Seafood

399 The Embarcadero South, San Francisco, CA 94105

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2 people

Jun 9, 2025

9:30 PM

About this restaurant

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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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
Website
http://www.waterbarsf.com/
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

Location
399 The Embarcadero South, San Francisco, CA 94105
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

Popular dishes

What 11,124 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

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Francisco
Great for scenic views
San Francisco
Seafood
San Francisco
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Waterbar offers a "fantastic view of the Bay Bridge" and excels in delivering "excellent food and service." Guests rave about the "fresh and delicious oysters" and "amazing seafood dishes." The service is frequently praised as "attentive and friendly," creating a memorable dining experience. Perfect for special occasions with "stunning views."

11,124 Reviews

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Andrew
San Francisco Bay Area16 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We arrived early and sat at the bar for a glass of wine and an appetizer.The bar service was great. Then we went to our table. The menu has been quite slimmed down from the past choices. The squid dish my wife had was good but not worth the price! My dish was a grilled dorado, which sounded good but was a bit dry and had a lot of small bones to deal with. The waiter deboned it, but I kept finding bones throughout the dish. Not really that relaxing and enjoyable.
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Abel VIP
San Francisco Bay Area11 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service and food were amazing. Is fresh ingredients and they transform them into delicious plates!
WaterbarResponded 5 days ago
Thank you Abel for your support and appreciation of our service team! We're thrilled you enjoyed our waterfront dining with stunning Bay Bridge views. It's our goal to provide exceptional service and the freshest, sustainable seafood in San Francisco. Whether you're visiting for a romantic dinner, celebrating your anniversary, or hosting a corporate event in our private dining room, we love creating memorable moments for our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, Rich T
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Arthur
Las Vegas8 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent, as always! Everything from service to food was first rate!
WaterbarResponded 5 days ago
Many thanks Arthur! Best, Rich T.
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Debra
San Francisco Bay Area6 reviews
2.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
Over-priced and under-whelming. A visiting British friend wanted to treat me to lunch and I picked Waterbar bc of the views and fresh seafood menu. Later when I happened to see the lunch bill (over $225), I was ashamed and embarrassed. Wine by-the-glass options start at $20. A sparse chicory salad with a few clumps of blue cheese cost $15. My friend’s sword fish was thin and overwhelmed by some creamy sauce. Our server was morose and never smiled once. The french fries were good and the views of the Bay Bridge are stunning. Never going back. Wouldn’t recommend.
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Danielle VIP
Greater Boston14 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love everything about Waterbar! Drinks and food are always on point.
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Leslie VIP
San Francisco Bay Area60 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a great experience celebrating our 40th anniversary at Waterbar last night. The service was excellent and the food was amazing. I had hoped for a table right by the window to get the best view of the Bay, but that didn't happen. However, our great waiter (Jerome) offered us champagne to make up for it as well as comped our dessert which was customized for our anniversary. The only downside is that the acoustics aren't the best. Therefore, it can be a bit loud until you get used to it and can speak to your partner where you can hear each other. I highly recommend Waterbar and will go back again soon!
WaterbarResponded 7 days ago
CONGRATS and thank you Leslie! We appreciate your kind words and choosing Waterbar to celebrate. Yes, we are never going to be known as a quiet spot to dine... Best, Rich T.
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mark VIP
San Francisco Bay Area22 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Been here many times and my wife’s go to …til the last meal..multiple problems Ordered a kettle 1 vodka martini and gin was served. Pointed it out and vodka martini served but not kettle 1 My wife had swordfish and one piece was by her estimation not worth the risk of eating She didn’t want to alert anyone and just at the piece that was fine I was to be served medium rare lamb…It came very rare, and the entire presentation was best described as luke warm…literally and figcrativly. I pointed it out and they reheated my plate….as opposed to providing a new serving….at that the lamb was still rare but at least warm….yes I AM PERFECTLY aware of the difference between rare. MR, medium and well done The staff is always good as usual…my tip reflected their service and not the food Now my wife refuses to go back and that bums me out
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Laura VIP
New York City8 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This restaurant was renovated recently and now even more attractive. We are coming there for years and it never disappoints! The food is great, so is service. The ambience is outstanding, the location and view is spectacular! We came for lunch on May 31 and were surprised with live music! I would recommend this place to anyone who wants to have a great time around Embarcadero area!
WaterbarResponded on June 2, 2025
Thanks for the review, Laura! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Waterbar. We take pride in our renovations and it's wonderful to know that they have enhanced your experience. Thanks for your loyal support! We're also glad you appreciated the live music on your lunch visit-we have it all summer on the weekend. Looking forward to your next visit! Best, Rich T.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco Bay Area1 review
5.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Perfect birthday lunch on a perfect San Francisco day! Best views. Outside seating. Favorite place for oysters!
WaterbarResponded on June 2, 2025
Thanks for visiting us! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your birthday lunch and had a perfect day at Waterbar. We take great pride in our outdoor seating and the special view of the city. It's wonderful to hear that our oysters were a hit too! We appreciate your high ratings and look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable experiences. Best, The Management Team
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Kevin
Orange County1 review
5.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was amazing oysters were so fresh. The crab was also so delicious and fresh. The service was also one of the best I’ve had. Definitely elevated the experience. My girlfriend and I would definitely come back. Especially for the oyster happy hour!!
WaterbarResponded on June 1, 2025
Thanks for the feedback, Kevin! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our fresh oysters and delicious crab. It's great to know that our service elevated your experience and that you're planning to return. We're also offer so much more on our lunch and dinner menus than happy hour - join us! We look forward to serving you and your girlfriend again soon! 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 11124 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 9, 2025

9:30 PM

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

Website
http://www.waterbarsf.com/
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

Waterbar

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About this restaurant

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Private dining

The Looking Glass and Terrace Bar

The Bridge Tower

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Popular dishes

Baked Oysters

Maine Lobster Bisque

Dungeness Crab Cocktail

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What 11,124 people are saying

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