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Skates on the Bay, Berkeley, CA

Skates on the Bay

4.5 (7564)
$31 to $50
Seafood
100 Seawall Drive, Berkeley, CA 94710

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2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 89 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
Skates on the Bay is a beautiful and historic waterfront gathering place for fresh seafood and unmatched views of the San Francisco Bay, offering lunch, brunch and dinner dining year-round. Originally opened in 1984 in the Berkeley Marina, the reimagined Skates on the Bay now boasts a modern and stunning decor, a new Raw Bar, elegant Private Dining Room and innovative local-driven menus.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (510) 549-1900
  • Website
    https://skatesonthebay.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Ryan Karsten
  • Catering
    View our catering menu on our website. Email events@skatesonthebay.com for details.
  • Private party facilities
    Our Private Dining Room offers groups (72 seated and 80 standing) the opportunity to enjoy their special event in a glass-walled private area, without compromising the breathtaking views that Skates on the Bay is known for. For menus and availability call (510) 549-1900 or submit an inquiry.
  • Private party contact
    Jennifer Boland: (510) 549-1900
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    100 Seawall Drive, Berkeley, CA 94710
  • Neighborhood
    Berkeley
  • Cross street
    University Ave.
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    The AC Transit, #9
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Skates on the Bay's menu was last updated on 2/1/2022.

View menu on restaurant's website

What 7,564 people are saying

Skates on the Bay 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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Great for scenic views

  • East Bay

    Great for scenic views

  • East Bay

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Skates on the Bay offers a stunning "view of the bay," perfect for enjoying a "beautiful sunset." The menu is diverse, with standout seafood dishes like "delicious crab Benedict" and "fantastic lemon soufflé pancakes." The "friendly and attentive service" enhances the dining experience, making it a "highly recommended" spot for special occasions.

7,564 Reviews

  1. Robert

    Central Coast4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual we had a great time and meal at skates! Mother’s Day menu was excellent! Service was great even though it was packed!

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  2. Sue

    San Francisco9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very busy afternoon on Mother’s Day. Service and food quality was excellent, especially since there were so many people. Very happy to have celebrated there.

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  3. Dennis

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    My daughter is a vegetarian of 9 years and could find very little to eat on the menu. She had an omelette but it had nothing in it and had no flavor. She was very disappointed and didn’t eat more than 1/4. My husband, son and I were fine with our meals.

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  4. Susie

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Skates was packed full for Mother's Day and server was fantastic/nice. The food was delicious as usual and was served fast and much quicker than expected as the restaurant was full.

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  5. Kimberly

    San Francisco8 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    As hard as it appears they try , they do a fair job at preparing for the holiday onslaught of customers. Our waiter did his level best to make sure our food came out timely and hot.But he was thwarted by the kitchen. I guess they're no different than any other restaurant that tries to get the most money out of the holiday while sacrificing customer service.

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  6. Peter

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Pleasantly surprised and had a great time (early mother’s day celebration)! Thought it may be too pretentious but the staff were all very friendly. Food and the ambience were just right! Definitely will return but this time for an evening outing and will explore their dinner offerings

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  7. madeleine

    San Francisco8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful dining experience and evening out, as usual! Delicious food, good service, caring attentiveness from all the staff. Highly recommended!

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  8. Patty

    San Francisco9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful setting on the Bay with spacious tables and comfortable padded chairs. Our waitress was delightful and the food excellent for a very reasonable price. We sat at our table for over 2 hours and were never rushed. Our favorite place to dine!

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  9. Donna

    San Francisco13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an amazing meal. Our server, Sean, was very attentive to our needs. We are from the Brunch buffet, and everyone enjoyed their meal. The view is amazing. A great end to a visit.

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  10. Sherry VIP

    San Francisco13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our service was excellent, thanks to Sean, the food was delicious, and the view spectacular. A great place for a party or special occasion!

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FAQs

Skates on the Bay offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Skates on the Bay also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (510) 549-1900.

Skates on the Bay is rated 4.5 stars by 7564 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 89 times today
Google Map for Skates on the Bay

100 Seawall Drive, Berkeley, CA 94710

Additional information

  • Cross street
    University Ave.
  • Neighborhood
    Berkeley
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    The AC Transit, #9
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Ryan Karsten
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    https://skatesonthebay.com/
  • Phone number
    (510) 549-1900
  • Catering
    View our catering menu on our website. Email events@skatesonthebay.com for details.
  • Private party facilities
    Our Private Dining Room offers groups (72 seated and 80 standing) the opportunity to enjoy their special event in a glass-walled private area, without compromising the breathtaking views that Skates on the Bay is known for. For menus and availability call (510) 549-1900 or submit an inquiry.
  • Private party contact
    Jennifer Boland: (510) 549-1900

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