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Alioto's Restaurant
(Now Closed)Seafood Restaurant and Italian Restaurant$$$$
Fishermans Wharf, San Francisco
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Be AndradaNovember 16, 2014I reccomend the chowder in bread bowl, it's really amazing. The view of the window is very nice and include the fisherman's boats as you can see at the picture.
Jetset ExtraAugust 16, 2013Alioto’s has grown into a San Francisco institution and a tourist attraction. It continues to offer masterfully prepared, fresh seafood as well as an old-world ambience and impeccable service. Read more
Sophia JacksonAugust 4, 2018Get the 50/50 calamari it is delicious, the bread and olive oil bread dip is delicious and the mussel and pasta is awesome too.
Joseph TinnerJanuary 2, 2015The view and service are the best things about this place. Love the Sinatra music and old school vibe. The crab roll sandwich was weak for $18. The crab sandwiches sold outside were bigger and 8.25.
Desiree FreyMay 23, 20125 generations of family running this place. Attention to detail amazing. No rush to turn the tables. What a surprise right in the middle of a heavy tourist area. I would come back in a heart beat
Hope ArenasApril 11, 2013The dude at the entrance to the restaurant will try and trick you to go upstairs for a view of the bay....even if you want to eat outside. Ask for the waterside cafe. That's outside.
Saibal ChakraburttyMarch 3, 2016Grilled halibut was super tasty, and super pricey. We did have great service for a large crowd. I'd definitely return, but only if I can expense it.
Diana H.April 12, 2011Best crab cakes I ever had & I used to catch my own crabs as a kid! I come back here everytime I am in SF. Beautiful view of the Golden Gate too! Ask for server: Roy, he's great!
Sheri LewisJanuary 10, 2014Petrale Sole and the Seafood Ravioloi's just melted in your mouth. Great server, Tim. Upstairs a table by the window for a nice view.
Hard RockerMarch 29, 2018A great place for seafood. Can be a busy place so make reservations. Friendly and helpful staff.
Christian FengDecember 18, 2019Great attention to detail, service. Tourist-ish but the level of service still deserves commending.
Jenna BerryApril 19, 2013Wow the cioppino is amazing! One of the best restaurants on fisherman's wharf!!!
LeeAnne RathmannerDecember 28, 2013Had a table by the window. Great view if the boats. Service is great. Fast, accurate and fresh
Donna SepulvedaSeptember 4, 2013Halibut Florentine has an amazing cheese sauce. It is great on everything. Also, the crab bisque was great.
Michelle Martínez SoldevilaJuly 29, 2015They do know how to cook....the servers are awsome! Calamari, crabs and prosecco!!🙏👍
Peter T YoungDecember 22, 2013A must stop for lunch. Go upstairs for a nice quiet lunch with a glass of wine.
Beau HarbinAugust 17, 2014The food was good and the bread was awesome. The server was very personable but inattentive. Never checked on refills, very slow at every step. The bathrooms were a disaster. Overall, disappointed
Michael ParrishAugust 31, 2013The lunch specials are great! Fish and chips with a nice peroni and a view of the bridge!- Christian FengNovember 20, 2019Best seats are the Tables (not booths) overlooking the water (boat yard).
red snakeNovember 9, 2014received warm beer so asked for a new one but waiter told us it was "served like that" and he cant do anything about it. haha beer served warm. we left on the spot.
Rodrigo RodriguesJanuary 8, 2012The staff is well intended but the food is blend and unfortunately we found hair in our fish stew in our visit. I was hungry and I ate but my girl chose to make a point and I agreed. A no-no for sure.
Holly Shollenberger WhellSeptember 1, 2013Excellent meal. Chowder and mussels and risotto are the bomb! Thank you Michael P! Xoxo
Trisha FNovember 25, 2010Wait staff is superb- every time I've been here. The martinis are excellent and do yourself a favor- end with a Washington Apple shot- soooo good!
Mark McGregorNovember 22, 2011Good food, great view, amazing history. Founded in 1925, Alioto's is the oldest restaurant on the Wharf.
Kim FujiwaraFebruary 17, 2013Try the Crab Bisque - Light with a hearty tasting of crab! Visible crab meat in every spoonful.
Pete IppelOctober 8, 2011Big fan of the view facing west, see if you can sit on that side of the restaurant...make sure to ask when you reserve the table.- Kim FujiwaraFebruary 17, 2013Try the Alioto's Famous Prawns - With spinach, long grain rice and 6 shrimps. Lovely!
Emir EminovicMarch 3, 2012Grilled chicken parm is great. NE clam chowder in a bread bowl a must for seafood lovers
Chris ErvinSeptember 13, 2011Seated at a windowseat at sunset with the most breathtaking view. Ordered the most delicious chicken parm ever!
Cherry LynnAugust 27, 2010Fantastic food. Come early to avoid a long wait time, especially during dinner hours. Sit by the window for a beautiful view!
not the best clam chowder...mediocre service...I had the half crab-messy, not much meat, okay though...also had the a few bites of crab sandwich AWESOME wish I had gotten that Best I've ever tasted
Victoria WhiteJanuary 24, 2013order the seafood sausage app, dip your bread in the sauce when you're done!
Brittany SherrillMarch 18, 2013If you call 15 minutes ahead and make a reservation you can bypass the hour and a half wait time.- Kim FujiwaraFebruary 17, 2013Try the Domaine Ste Michelle Brut - Crisp with pear notes. Great with seafood!
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A San Francisco landmark located on Fisherman’s Wharf, we serve a tantalizing selection of fresh seafood.
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Thu, Sun
- 11:30 AM–9:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 11:30 AM–10:00 PM
(415) 673-0183
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