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Skates on the Bay, Berkeley, CA

Skates on the Bay

4.6
4.6
7477 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 71 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
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.

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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
  • Location
    100 Seawall Drive, Berkeley, CA 94710
  • Area
    Berkeley
  • Cross Street
    University Ave.
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • 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, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 7,477 people are saying

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • East Bay

    Great for scenic views

  • East Bay

    Seafood

  • East Bay

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Skates on the Bay offers a dining experience with "beautiful views" of the San Francisco Bay, complemented by "delicious food" and "excellent service." Guests appreciate the "romantic ambiance" and "extensive menu," making it ideal for special occasions. However, the noise level and occasional service delays are areas for improvement. Despite that, its location and consistently "good food" make it a favorite for many.

7,477 Reviews

  1. Len

    VIP

    San Francisco

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The wife and I recently dined at Skates by the Bay for lunch to celebrate her birthday. The ambiance, food, and service were excellent. The wife ordered the Lunch Box Special. It includes soup or salad, and an entree, vegetables, and starch. And it is an excellent value for a two course lunch. The wife selected clam chowder soup, and Blackened rockfish for her entree. She commented both were delicious. and the fish flavorful, and perfectly cooked. I opted to order off the regular menu. A cup of clam chowder, and a bowl of steamed clams. Both were delicious. Our server, Jay, provided excellent and attentive service. Jay was very knowledgeable of the menu, and recommended the steamed clams. When I mentioned to Jay it was the wife birthday, to our surprise, Jay brought out a complimentary desert. A perfect ending g to an excellent dining experience. The restaurant is right on the water, and has a million dollar view of San Francisco Bay. Free parking lot a few steps away from the restaurant. I highly recommend Skates by the Bay for an excellent dining experience. It is one of our favorite “go to” restaurants whenever we are in the Berkeley area. Great for a special occasion, or dinner after a Cal game. GO BEARS!

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  2. Betty

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server, Ivan, was fantastic! Very professional, friendly and checked in often. The food was good and we had a beautiful view of SF and the Bay. It’s been a while since I have eaten at Skates but will be back again soon.

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  3. Crys

    VIP

    San Francisco

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    customer service friendly and efficient most of our food was amazing, the rockfish could have less seasoning as it was a bit salty. Ambiance was great 😊

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  4. Debra

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a lovely place for a special birthday lunch celebration. Our waiter was fantastic, the food was delicious and the view - even when it was a bit foggy - was incredible. So relaxed and pleasant to share a meal with friends - kind of place.

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  5. Karen

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We really enjoyed our lunch. We came in as a group for our holiday lunch and everything was fantastic! The food and drinks were great, the service was superb (thanks, Sean!), and it was so nice to have a lovely view for two hours and to not be rushed out. Thank you, Skates! We'll be back!

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  6. Penelope

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I will admit that I always have a better experience when it’s date night. However; my kids have to eat on Sundays and we had to bring them today. Ugh! Delicious food, exceptional service always!

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  7. Muller

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The menu offered a wide variety of dishes; my steak was cooked as requested, nice and juicy, each showcasing a delightful taste of different cuisines.

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  8. liz

    San Francisco

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 January 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service and a wonderful view so love coming for a pleasant ambiance. Food is just okay. My dish black cod and clam chowder was a bit salty. I’ve been 3 other times also not for the food but for ambience. I really like the service too !

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  9. Joe

    Sacramento

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was great and the server went above me to try to find gluten-free dairy free solutions for us

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  10. Liz

    Central Coast

    13 reviews

    2.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 1 January 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was awful, the service meh but the views were absolutely spectacular.

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FAQs

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

Skates on the Bay is rated 4.6 stars by 7477 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
7:00 pm
Booked 71 times today

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Google Map for Skates on the Bay

100 Seawall Drive, Berkeley, CA 94710

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    University Ave.
  • Area
    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 Parking
  • 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, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • 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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