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Waterbar, San Francisco, CA

Waterbar

4.6 (11138)
$31 to $50
Seafood
399 The Embarcadero South, San Francisco, CA 94105

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2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 160 times today

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.

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
  • 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

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What 11,138 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 "excellent food, service, and stunning views" of the Bay Bridge, making it a top choice for seafood lovers in San Francisco. Guests rave about the "fresh and delicious oysters" and the attentive service from staff like Chris, Jeremy, and Luca. While some find it "pricey," the memorable dining experience and "breathtaking ambiance" often justify the splurge. Perfect for special occasions, it's a "must-visit" for both locals and visitors.
11,138 Reviews

  1. Joan VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We miss your valet parking for sure Other than that it was an excellent night.

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  2. Cal VIP

    West Palm Beach442 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely room, lovely service. Great oysters and clams. Menu is create each night and I was not as is usually the case wowed by the apps we tried. Not doubt we will return!

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  3. Brandi

    Denver / Colorado1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We sat on the patio and had dinner with stunning views of the bay bridge. At sunset they turned on the heaters so no one was cold. Food and drinks were spectacular! I will definitely recommend to others and return.

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  4. Steven

    San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great experience, our server was personable and friendly but professional. She recommended a bottle of sparkling wine and it was a hit!

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  5. Nabil

    Unspecified1 review

    1.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    It was not what I expected. The food was below average, the cocktails were a little pricier for nothing, and the one-dollar oysters were a little disgusting and had a weird taste. The view its relaxing that's about it

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  6. Matteo

    San Francisco Bay Area8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The squab breast was as tough as rubber and my Dorade was almost tasteless. Only poor meal I ever had since the restaurant opened
    WaterbarResponded 1 day ago
    Hey Matteo, We're really sorry to hear about your experience at Waterbar. It's disappointing to know that we didn't meet your expectations this time around, especially with our squab breast and Dorade. We always aim to deliver a great experience and we regret that we missed the mark. Your feedback is valuable to us and we'll certainly take it into consideration with Chef, for improvements. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again and provide the experience you expect and appreciate. Best, Rich T.

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  7. Jeffrey VIP

    New Mexico11 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Definitely lost its luster. Fewer fresh fish choices than previous visits. Quality not great. WOW!!! Over priced wine - I expect to pay 3-4x retail in restaurant with great service, but 7x is obscene! Service ok, not great

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  8. Nicholas

    San Francisco Bay Area30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The kitchen needs to be managed better. The food took an extremely long time to be prepared. We had a view of the kitchen and could see how it was being poorly managed putting stress on the wait staff.

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  9. James

    San Francisco Bay Area16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Never disappointed. Great staff,ambience, food etc. my wait was awesome and I shall request next time around

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  10. tom VIP

    Little Rock4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent meal, unbelievable location. Outstanding service from our waiter Chris. What a perfect place to end up.

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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 11138 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
8:00 PM
Booked 160 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
  • 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
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