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Crab House at Pier 39
Seafood Restaurant$$$$
Fishermans Wharf, San Francisco
"Definitely try the Killer Crab, garlic fries and beer or wine."(14 Tips)
"BEST CRABS EVER!! Crab feast on the menu for sure!!"(6 Tips)
"One whole crab is perfect for 2 people ;) I will come back for sure!"(5 Tips)
"Crab chowder, simply awesome, as well as the crab rolls."(8 Tips)
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katrienOctober 7, 2012Food & Service was amazing. Prix Fixe options are the same size as regular portions. Get a mojito and tiramisu to go with your meal. You won't regret it!Upvoted 3 weeks ago
H HJanuary 3, 2015The view is incredible! The white wine, not so much. The crab was great but the sauce can be too overpowering for some.Upvoted Dec 16, 2024
Angela WangelaMay 24, 2015The fish of fish n chips is beautiful! Flaky white, moist, with light delicate crispy seasoned batter. Good choice from the kids menu because if they don't finish it you won't mind helping them.
Gsus S.S.June 12, 2023Hidden in the upper floor of Pier 39, a little gem to be considered. Crab chowder, simply awesome, as well as the crab rolls. I recommend pick the house Chardonnay for the pairing
Bre HammondJuly 16, 2022Cioppino is so good and has plenty of seafood in it. The sourdough bread rolls are excellent. Mad that they have Pepsi and not Coke for drinks but I had a beautiful in honor of the Bay
Al SiuchDecember 6, 2013Breathtaking view on Golden Bridge and Alcatraz! Had a crab hair lasagna and killer crab. Really great food!
Kory KoryAugust 2, 2016Crab and shrimp were amazing!!! The pasta looked great as well! Our waiter, Carlos was amazing!!!
Uri Rid CrJune 7, 2017I love the Crab Chowder. For entree we ordered a crab, shrimp and mussels combo that was pretty good.
DxbMMay 17, 2017Crab chowder wasn't great but the crab cakes were definitely the best I've ever had in my life ...
Maina KhojaJuly 12, 2015Book a head and go starving and with company to share. Chowder, crab and cioppino not to miss.
Kristin BedardJuly 15, 2010delcious food, friendly staff, nice views. prix fixe menu options. if you like crab and you're visiting SF, you don't want to miss this. also Pier 39 has great shops and you can see the sea lions.
Ken GazdaApril 19, 2013While it is on Piuer 39 in the tourist section, this is great food, any crab dish is fantastic and the Chiopini;s are great- Michelle VargasApril 22, 2015Amazing view! One whole crab is perfect for 2 people ;) I will come back for sure!
SingleMan ProblemsDecember 23, 2013If you are adventurous, go for the whole crab. Things will get very messy, but that's all part of the experience.
Eugene AeroFebruary 16, 2015Calamari: 7. Crab chowder: too creamy, personally: 6. Whole killer crab: rich butter+garlic flavor and good soft texture 9.
Pinche LizFebruary 9, 2012This place is insane! The crab is to die for w/ their secret garlic sauce. You won't be disappointed. Best crab I've had so far.
Shadoo Omar ShOctober 2, 2014Nice crab love the way they serve it 👍the restaurant reminds me of Paris ❤️
Marie-Anne RamondSeptember 1, 2012Great place on Pier 39. The food is excellent. Try the killer crab, you will enjoy it;)
Santiago DuarteSeptember 5, 2014A little too touristy but a good plave to eat. I recommend the clam chowder and stone crab.
Brian StraussFebruary 18, 2019Overrated. Efficient service with a nice view. But the crab is frozen even in season and it’s quite expensive. The cioppino was chock full of seafood but the sauce was underdeveloped.
Patricia Leite HuamaniApril 11, 2013Excellent restaurant, with a nice decoration. The Crab Alfredo is awesome!
Josh LawtonFebruary 17, 2012A cup of crab chowder is a tasty appetizer and just the right portion for dinner. Very hearty.
Alexandra ButovaNovember 6, 2011Star with crab chowder cup-size and then go gor Killer Crab. Crab cakes are really awesome btw.
Scott SteadAugust 31, 2014Don't waste your time on anything but the crab. It's worth the $38 you will drop on it.
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Crab House at Pier 39
203 C Pier 39 (at The Embarcadero)
San Francisco, CA 94133
United States
San Francisco, CA 94133
United States
At: Pier 39
Great view & SF’s famous Dungeness Crab served in seriously addictive garlic sauce make us the go to spot on scenic Pier 39 for casual dining.
Closed until 11:30 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 11:30 AM–10:00 PM
(415) 434-2722
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Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
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- 7.5
"Excellent place ... Quality food with less quantity ... Overall a nice restaurant with bay bridge view"
M T - 9.0
"The cioppino was really good, especially the garlic bread! Try the oysters as well!"
Kelley L. - 8.5
"Great crab, salmon teriyaki and swordfish! Excelent to lunch with kids (they have special menu for them)."
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"Awesome try the original chocolate!"
Lee Bogner - 8.6
"The drinking chocolate is worth it. Nice and rich compared to just hot chocolate. And it comes with biscotti."
Kirk Won - 8.6
"Yum! Try the lunch combo so you can try the caesar salad and the chowder. Make sure to get the bread bowl for a little bit more."
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