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Waterbar, San Francisco, CA

Waterbar

4.6
4.6
11007 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
19:00
Booked 93 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
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

  • Phone number
  • 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
  • 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

What 11,007 people are saying

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
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • San Francisco

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Waterbar offers a "beautiful setting" with "stunning bay views" and "excellent service." Diners rave about the "superb food," especially the oysters, seafood platters, and "lobster bisque." The restaurant's ambiance and attentive waitstaff make it ideal for special occasions. Although some find it "a little pricey," it's "worth the splurge."
11,007 Reviews
  1. Pam

    Philadelphia

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our servers, and main Guy was amazing. I don’t recall him giving us his name but he was great. And all the other servers that we bothered walking by were so attentive and nice. Thank you for a great lunch😊 Pamela
    WaterbarResponded 3 days ago
    Thanks so very much for your great support Pamela! Let's hear it for Fred! Best, Rich T.

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  2. Marco

    Sacramento

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Worst risotto ever experienced, guacamole pretty heavy on the garlic, ceviche was good. Very good service and great setting. Expensive wine list
    WaterbarResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you Marco, for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re sorry to hear your visit didn’t meet expectations. At Waterbar, we strive to offer the best in San Francisco waterfront dining, from our fresh, sustainable seafood to our private dining options with Bay Bridge views. Your comments help us improve, and we’d love the chance to make it right. Please reach out to our team so we can ensure your next experience reflects the quality and service we’re known for. Thank you again for your input, Rich T.

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  3. Rosalyn

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We ordered the special lobster dish and it was really fresh and yummy.
    WaterbarResponded 5 days ago
    Hello Rosalyn, Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience at Waterbar! 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 a special occasion, 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! Rich T.

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  4. Ana

    VIP

    Austin

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was slow and the waiter was inattentive. Plus the health percentage fee was ridiculous!
    WaterbarResponded 7 days ago
    We thank you for the honest feedback Ana, You have our attention. The SF Health Mandate is an exceptional commitment that is unique to San Francisco, and involves very high expenses and funds that go directly into a health trust account. Best regards, Rich T.

    1 person found this helpful

  5. OpenTable Diner

    VIP

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Service was terrible - food was decent but not amazing.
    WaterbarResponded today
    Please tell us more so we have some understanding, thank you, Rich T.

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  6. Michelle

    Anchorage

    154 reviews

    5.0

    154 reviews

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely evening under the bay bridge. Attentive service without being intrusive. Oysters are a must. Black cod was prepared well.
    WaterbarResponded on 28 February 2025
    Hello Michelle, Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience at Waterbar! 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 a special occasion, 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! Rich T.

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  7. Mark

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    75 reviews

    5.0

    75 reviews

    Dined on 27 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great location and views. Excellent food and very knowledgeable staff.
    WaterbarResponded 2 days ago
    Hello Mark, Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience at Waterbar! 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 a special occasion, 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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  8. Christy

    Greensboro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 27 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We sat outside on the open air patio where we enjoyed the perfect temps, lovely views, great wine and amazing food.
    WaterbarResponded on 27 February 2025
    Hello Christy, Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience at Waterbar! 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 a special occasion, 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! Rich T.

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  9. Dustin

    Oklahoma City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful and delicious. Amazing spot with a great view of the bay.
    WaterbarResponded on 27 February 2025
    Hello Dustin, Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience at Waterbar! 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 a special occasion, 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! Rich T.

    1 person found this helpful

  10. CLAY

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and awesome service. Definitely will be back and plan on checking out there happy hour.
    WaterbarResponded on 26 February 2025
    Hello CLAY, Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience at Waterbar! 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 a special occasion, 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! 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 11007 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 93 times today
Google Map for Waterbar

399 The Embarcadero South, San Francisco, CA 94105

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • 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
  • 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
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