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Franciscan Crab Restaurant, San Francisco, CA

Franciscan Crab Restaurant

4.3
4.3
3665 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
19:00
Booked 23 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
"Hands down the best food you'll find on San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf" proclaimed Sunset Magazine. An extensive renovation has revitalized the Franciscan Crab Restaurant, a Fisherman's Wharf institution since 1957. White tiled walls, beautiful marble bar and twenty foot windows overlook the bay and Alcatraz. Terraced dining affords views from every table: hand blown glass shades and chandeliers dazzle, black and white photos of celebrity patrons adorn the stairs and walls.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00–20:00
  • Phone number
    (415) 362-7733
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    J.C. Becerra
  • Private party facilities
    Semi-private dining with seating from 28 - 58 people. Banquet menus available.
  • Area
    Fisherman's Wharf
  • Cross Street
    Taylor
  • Parking details
    Public Lot in front of the restaurant. Two hours free parking with validation.
  • Public transit
    Muni: F-Line
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,665 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Franciscan Crab Restaurant offers breathtaking views of the bay and Alcatraz, perfect for a romantic date or special occasion. "Amazing crab dishes" and "prompt efficient service" are highlights, with many patrons praising the "delicious seafood" and "fabulous atmosphere." While some find it pricey, the experience and views are unmatched.

3,665 Reviews
  1. Karlheinz

    Las Vegas

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Seit 25 Jahren mein „Stammlokal“ in San Francisco, und immer verlässlich gut. Die Speisen sind perfekt zubereitet.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Touristy art deco atmosphere, good food, good service

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  3. Carol

    Atlanta Metro

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We got the dungenuss crab for two and it did not disappoint!! It was plenty for the two of us and with the garlic butter it was just delicious. Our server was informative, knowledgeable and delightful! We sat by the window and had a great bay view.

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  4. Sanzio

    San Francisco

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was subpar for price, view and ambiance was great! Service was great

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  5. Marina

    Central Coast

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our waiter was very attentive and we loved his suggestions for our lunch. The food was extremely delicious and plenty for 3 of us- we had the super combo of whole crab, shrimp and mussels. The only reason I am marking it a 4 is that you have to ask and pay for the bread which I think should be complementary with this kind if dish

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  6. Bill

    Kansas City

    25 reviews

    2.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on 16 October 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    Stopped in SF while on a cruise. Restaurant was nearly deserted. Waitress was inept, but in her defense I hope she was new at her job. Ordered drinks and 2 sips into it our main course arrived then our salad/appetizers. Little children were running in the walkway. The prices were also outrageous. The only saving grace for this restaurant was the food was really good

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  7. Vladimir

    San Francisco

    336 reviews

    5.0

    336 reviews

    Dined on 14 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Reliably good seafood with friendly service and lovely views of the bay.

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  8. Miranda

    Sacramento

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was good and comfortable. …………………………………………………..

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  9. anna

    Las Vegas

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 6 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Phenomenal for the value. The pasta with crab had sooo much crab! The mussels were delicious but the sea bass was a little small. Still excellent food in a touristy area!

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  10. art

    San Francisco

    52 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    52 reviews

    Dined on 6 October 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Grilled mussels were pretty good but small and our half of crab must have been the runt in the litter. As usual the view was great and parking sucked.

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FAQs

Franciscan Crab Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 362-7733.

Franciscan Crab Restaurant is rated 4.3 stars by 3665 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 23 times today

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Google Map for Franciscan Crab Restaurant

Pier 43 1/2, San Francisco, CA 94133

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Taylor
  • Area
    Fisherman's Wharf
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00–20:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot in front of the restaurant. Two hours free parking with validation.
  • Public transit
    Muni: F-Line
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    J.C. Becerra
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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