Best seafood restaurant with a view
Can you please suggest a great seafood restaurant with views - preferably more high end for lunch.
San Francisco has some excellent seafood restaurants with stunning views of the Bay, the Golden Gate Bridge, and the waterfront. For a high-end lunch experience, you’ll want a place that combines fresh seafood, great service, and a memorable setting. Here are some top options to consider:
- Waterbar – Located on the Embarcadero with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Bay Bridge, Waterbar is known for its fresh oysters, seafood towers, and premium fish dishes. The view is spectacular, especially if you sit by the windows, and the atmosphere is elegant but relaxed for lunch.
- EPIC Steak & Seafood – Also on the Embarcadero, EPIC offers both surf and turf with sweeping views of the Bay and the Bay Bridge. The seafood selection includes fresh oysters, crab, and seasonal fish. They have a refined but approachable lunch menu, perfect for enjoying the waterfront ambiance.
- Farallon – While slightly more intimate and artistic inside, Farallon in the Union Square area has a unique underwater-themed décor and serves high-end seafood. The setting is more about interior ambiance than direct waterfront views, but the food and presentation are top-tier.
If your priority is panoramic Bay views while enjoying lunch, Waterbar and EPIC are the two best choices. For a slightly different experience that emphasizes ambiance and creative seafood dishes, Farallon is excellent, though without direct outdoor views.
- Consider making a reservation in advance, especially for a window table overlooking the water, as these spots are popular.
- Lunch dress code is typically smart casual; no need for overly formal attire, but it adds to the experience.
- Check the seasonal menu ahead of time to ensure your favorite seafood options are available.
Overall, for a combination of high-end seafood, views, and memorable lunch experience, Waterbar would be my top recommendation, followed closely by EPIC for a slightly more modern setting. Both give you that quintessential San Francisco waterfront dining experience.
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