The Waterfront Restaurant and Cafe

Name: The Waterfront Restaurant and Cafe
Address: Pier 7 on the Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA, United States, 94111
Telephone: (415) 391-2696
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6

3644 Reviews

$31 to $50

Californian

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2 people

23 Nov 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 22 times today

Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions
Charming

ZAGAT 2015
"Breathtaking Bay Bridge views from every table, both indoors and from the "tented patio", makes this Embarcadero seafooder a wonderful place to relax and absorb the beautiful setting, while the Californian fare is deemed well executed."

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Californian, Seafood, Contemporary French / American
Hours of Operation
Wed, Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–8:45 pm
Phone number
(415) 391-2696
Website
http://www.waterfrontsf.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
Please contact restaurant for details. We have Private Rooms available with a Private Bar, Expansive views of the Bay, including the Bay Bridge Lights, all accessible via stairs or our private elevator.
Private party contact
Kelsi Ramhurst: (415) 654-2825

Location
Pier 7 on the Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA 94111
Area
Financial District / Embarcadero
Cross Street
Broadway
Parking details
$20
Public transit
F- Line stops in front every 15 minutes, daily until midnight.<br />10 minutes walking distance from Bart.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Basket of BreadUSD 5.00
Selection of OystersUSD 4.50
Minimum order of 4
- eaUSD 4.50
Fresh Seafood Platter
- A.Q.
Grilled Seafood Platter
- A.Q.
Wild Gulf Prawn Cocktail with Cocktail SauceUSD 22.00
Grilled Pancetta Prawns with Serrano AioliUSD 22.00
Dungeness Crab Cakes Basil Oil & Lemon AioliUSD 32.00
Buttermilk Fried Calamari & Rock ShrimpUSD 24.00
Mussels in White Wine & GarlicUSD 22.00
Half Dozen Baked OystersUSD 32.00
Shishito Pepper & Serrano AioliUSD 12.00

Soup & Salads

Waterfront Clam Chowder, Hobbs Bacon & Point Reyes Manila ClamsUSD 13.00
Salad of Young Leaves, Chives, Cherry Tomatoes, Parsley, Tarragon, Mint, & House Italian DressingUSD 14.00
Caesar Salad Petite Romaine Hearts, Croutons, Parmesan, & Caesar DressingUSD 14.00
Seafood Cobb, Wild Gulf Prawns, Dungeness Crab, & Meyer Lemon DressingUSD 33.00
Early Girl Tomatoes with Fresh Mozzarella, Basil, Lemon & Extra Virgin Olive OilUSD 16.00

Wood Fired Oven Pizzas

Margherita, Marinara, Mozzarella, & BasilUSD 17.00
Prosciutto, Mozzarella Arugula, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, & Lemon JuiceUSD 19.00
Sausage, Fennel, Garlic Confit, Spring Onions, Chives, Mozzarella, & PecorinoUSD 20.00

Entrées

Waterfront Cioppino, Dungeness Crab, Clams, Mussels, Prawns, White Fish, & Tomato BrothUSD 44.00
Dungeness Crab Sandwich with FriséeUSD 29.00
Salmon Burger, Fresh Arugula, Tartar Sauce & Sweet Potato FriesUSD 24.00
Waterfront Kobe Beef Cheeseburger & French FriesUSD 22.00
Handmade Seafood Linguini, Rock Shrimp, Mussels, Clams, Crab, Basil, & ParmesanUSD 42.00
Petrale Sole Meuniere, Mashed Potatoes, Sautéed Spinach, & CapersUSD 32.00
King Salmon, Mashed Potatoes, Oven Dried Tomatoes, & Chive ButterUSD 38.00
Mary's Chicken Breast, Polenta, French Green Beans, & Rosemary Natural JusUSD 30.00
Butternut Squash Risotto with Sage Wild Arugula & PancettaUSD 30.00
- Add LobsterUSD 40.00
Flannery Beef Cal. Reserve 6 oz . Filet Mignon, Fingerling Potatoes, & Sauteed SpinachUSD 55.00
Alaskan Halibut, Crab Mashed, Asparagus, Lemon, Nage & Basil Oil USD 43.00

Sides

French FriesUSD 9.00
Sweet Potato FriesUSD 10.00
Onion RingsUSD 10.00
Crab Mashed PotatoesUSD 13.00
Sauteed Spinach Pancetta & GarlicUSD 8.00
Roasted Brussel Sprouts, Caramelized Onions & Hobb Bacon USD 12.00

What 3,644 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

4.4Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

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The Waterfront Restaurant and Cafe is celebrated for its "wonderful food" and "impeccable service," offering stunning views of the Bay Bridge. Diners rave about the seafood, with dishes like scallops and cioppino being favorites. It's perfect for special occasions, thanks to its "beautiful atmosphere" and "fantastic" staff.

3,644 Reviews

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Diann
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was lovely. My visitors were very impressed. The service and food were excellent.
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Clarissa
Memphis/West TN
19 reviews
4.0
19 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My friend and I dined here and the service was great, the view and ambience was great, and the food was very good too. I ordered the short ribs and oysters. My friend and I also ordered the clam chowder which was very disappointing. It didn’t have any flavor. For dessert we had the apple crumble dish which also wasn’t good. It was served at room temperature instead of being hot out of the oven. Our waiter took the dessert off of our bill which I appreciated since we didn’t eat it. I would return despite these things because I really enjoyed the short ribs and my friend said that the halibut was excellent.
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Gloria
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Halibut was excellent. Beautiful view. Very accommodating service.
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Steve
San Francisco
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Waterfront is a great spot for both seafood and comfort food. The ambiance is welcoming and offers beautiful views, enhancing the dining experience. The service is excellent, making every visit feel special. I recommend for anyone looking to enjoy a great meal with a view!
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Brenda
San Francisco
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 8 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were greeted at the door by a very friendly hostess. Out table was perfect. A beautiful view of the bay. Food was great. We had the crab cakes ,calamari, beet salad and a brownie ala mode for dessert. Yummy. Very San Francisco. I would definitely go there again.
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Windy
San Francisco
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 3 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was wonderful! Our server answered all questions and made excellent suggestions.
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carina
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 27 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent! great service, views, ambiance, noise level and food
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Cristina
San Francisco
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 24 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Terrific views! Great food and service. Valet parking!
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Dixon
Baton Rouge
26 reviews
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on 24 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Waterfront restaurant is by far one of the best dining experiences for us. From the location on San Francisco Bay to the intimate wood grained interior, to the amazing menu of perfectly cooked seafood to the knowledgeable and friendly staff, Waterfront is an amazing restaurant. Our server Joseph seems to be an ageless member of the waitstaff who ensures that diners never want for anything. Hopefully we will return to San Francisco and when we do, we will dine again at Waterfront!
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Stanislas
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 21 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Very constant quality. No bad surprise with this restaurant mostly focused on seafood and fish. Very pleasant location
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The Waterfront Restaurant and Cafe is rated 4.6 stars by 3644 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

23 Nov 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 22 times today

Google Map for The Waterfront Restaurant and Cafe

Pier 7 on the Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA 94111

Additional information

Cross Street
Broadway
Area
Financial District / Embarcadero
Hours of Operation
Wed, Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–8:45 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Californian, Seafood, Contemporary French / American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
$20
Public transit
F- Line stops in front every 15 minutes, daily until midnight.10 minutes walking distance from Bart.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.waterfrontsf.com/
Phone number
(415) 391-2696
Private party facilities
Please contact restaurant for details. We have Private Rooms available with a Private Bar, Expansive views of the Bay, including the Bay Bridge Lights, all accessible via stairs or our private elevator.
Private party contact
Kelsi Ramhurst: (415) 654-2825

The Waterfront Restaurant and Cafe

Make a booking

Private dining

Additional information

Starters

Basket of BreadUSD 5.00

Selection of OystersUSD 4.50

Fresh Seafood Platter

Grilled Seafood Platter

Wild Gulf Prawn Cocktail with Cocktail SauceUSD 22.00

Grilled Pancetta Prawns with Serrano AioliUSD 22.00

Dungeness Crab Cakes Basil Oil & Lemon AioliUSD 32.00

Buttermilk Fried Calamari & Rock ShrimpUSD 24.00

Mussels in White Wine & GarlicUSD 22.00

Half Dozen Baked OystersUSD 32.00

Shishito Pepper & Serrano AioliUSD 12.00

Soup & Salads

Waterfront Clam Chowder, Hobbs Bacon & Point Reyes Manila ClamsUSD 13.00

Salad of Young Leaves, Chives, Cherry Tomatoes, Parsley, Tarragon, Mint, & House Italian DressingUSD 14.00

Caesar Salad Petite Romaine Hearts, Croutons, Parmesan, & Caesar DressingUSD 14.00

Seafood Cobb, Wild Gulf Prawns, Dungeness Crab, & Meyer Lemon DressingUSD 33.00

Early Girl Tomatoes with Fresh Mozzarella, Basil, Lemon & Extra Virgin Olive OilUSD 16.00

Wood Fired Oven Pizzas

Margherita, Marinara, Mozzarella, & BasilUSD 17.00

Prosciutto, Mozzarella Arugula, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, & Lemon JuiceUSD 19.00

Sausage, Fennel, Garlic Confit, Spring Onions, Chives, Mozzarella, & PecorinoUSD 20.00

Entrées

Waterfront Cioppino, Dungeness Crab, Clams, Mussels, Prawns, White Fish, & Tomato BrothUSD 44.00

Dungeness Crab Sandwich with FriséeUSD 29.00

Salmon Burger, Fresh Arugula, Tartar Sauce & Sweet Potato FriesUSD 24.00

Waterfront Kobe Beef Cheeseburger & French FriesUSD 22.00

Handmade Seafood Linguini, Rock Shrimp, Mussels, Clams, Crab, Basil, & ParmesanUSD 42.00

Petrale Sole Meuniere, Mashed Potatoes, Sautéed Spinach, & CapersUSD 32.00

King Salmon, Mashed Potatoes, Oven Dried Tomatoes, & Chive ButterUSD 38.00

Mary's Chicken Breast, Polenta, French Green Beans, & Rosemary Natural JusUSD 30.00

Butternut Squash Risotto with Sage Wild Arugula & PancettaUSD 30.00

Flannery Beef Cal. Reserve 6 oz . Filet Mignon, Fingerling Potatoes, & Sauteed SpinachUSD 55.00

Alaskan Halibut, Crab Mashed, Asparagus, Lemon, Nage & Basil Oil USD 43.00

Sides

French FriesUSD 9.00

Sweet Potato FriesUSD 10.00

Onion RingsUSD 10.00

Crab Mashed PotatoesUSD 13.00

Sauteed Spinach Pancetta & GarlicUSD 8.00

Roasted Brussel Sprouts, Caramelized Onions & Hobb Bacon USD 12.00

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