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Pier 23 Cafe

Seafood Restaurant$$$$
Northern Waterfront, San Francisco
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    Andrea F.
    "Try the crab and shrimp sandwich- amazing!"(4 Tips)
    Christian L.
    "Super friendly staff, sitting "on the bay" with a great view."(20 Tips)
    Cale J.
    "Mussels + clams with pasta and fish tacos were excellent"(8 Tips)
    heat
    "I like the Burrata Plate (not on the menu!) and the Sliders."(3 Tips)
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  • SFist
    SFistJuly 22, 2016
    You come here to drink, or perhaps to have a hangover brunch, and you come here when it's sunny out. Because if the conditions are right, this is a prime spot with plenty of space to move around. Read more
  • Alexa Jane B.heart icon on user image
    Alexa Jane BrooksMarch 15, 2016
    Perfect spot to enjoy the Embarcadero. Grab your freinds and sit outside with a beer.
    Upvoted 2 weeks ago
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    JesseSeptember 11, 2016
    The view, service, and food were all incredible! The crab and shrimp salad, Korean shirt rib, guacamole and pico are all amazing!! Avi was our server and was the best! Highly recommend it all!
  • Timothy M.
    Timothy McDanielSeptember 29, 2013
    The beef brisket sandwich is incredible, with its decadent BBQ sauce and thick cheddar cheese. Pair with an Anchor Steam draft and a table on the back patio along the Bay for a great evening! ;)
  • heat
    heatJuly 19, 2013
    Known for it’s prime outdoor deck, Pier 23 is a happy hour staple for the Northeast corner of SF. Get a bucket of Coronas and some apps. I like the Burrata Plate (not on the menu!) and the Sliders.
  • Food Network
    Food NetworkAugust 4, 2014
    Guy says if you're looking for live music, fresh delicious seafood, a huge patio and good times, you've got to head to Pier 23. Many come for the legendary NorCal oven-roasted Dungeness crab Read more
  • Maxine L.heart icon on user image
    Maxine LevineJuly 1, 2015
    Great place on the pier, great patio with water views. About a 10 minute walk from pier 39. Try the fish tacos!
  • Rach B.
    Rach BApril 24, 2014
    Oysters and beer on the outside patio...need I say more? Beer garden is a great outdoor option if you just want drinks.
  • Helen T.
    Helen TamSeptember 4, 2013
    Great view great service and great food! Had the sf crab and shrimp sandwich. Really really good! Big portion, had to get a box for the other half of the sandwich.
  • Odile R.
    Odile RoujolOctober 15, 2016
    Lunch outside ( avoid 1.00pm ). Crab cakes. Mussels and clams. Draught local beer. Music. Enjoy !
  • Keith S.
    Keith SmithDecember 21, 2014
    Darn good food and the 175 (a drink) is incredible! Just don't drink too many....way to easy to break the champagne flute it comes in:-)
  • MetroWize
    MetroWizeMarch 1, 2012
    Along with its cocktails from the full-bar, Pier 23's kitchen offers a selection of seafood favorites such as their grilled fish tacos, steamed mussels, salmon fritters, and lots more. Read more
  • Christian L.
    Christian LeaJanuary 13, 2013
    This is probably the hottest Bloody Mary I ever had...it's delicious though and so is the fish&chips. Super friendly staff, sitting "on the bay" with a great view.
  • Natalie M.heart icon on user image
    Natalie MAugust 2, 2016
    Great place for a birthday lunch!! There's something for everyone on the menu and you can hang out in the beer garden after!
  • Kimi T.
    Kimi ThorntonJune 4, 2013
    The food's decent, but this is really the spot to go on a sunny day for some drinks on the patio overlooking the water. Sweet potato fries here rock.
  • Rob H.
    Rob HunwickApril 5, 2015
    Great vibe, atmosphere and always nice to be in the sun and see water. Fish and chips were pretty average.
  • Erik B.heart icon on user image
    Erik BrokSeptember 25, 2016
    When you are on the patio you feel like you are a little bit removed from the tourists. The starters were good and served us well as lunch.
  • Marc R.
    Marc R?erSeptember 22, 2014
    Great for an afternoon beer and cocktail, French fires are good as well, enjoy the view at a sunny day
  • Melissa O.
    Melissa OlundDecember 27, 2013
    Get the crab and shrimp sandwich, open it up and dose it with lemon juice and a dash of Tabasco. Perfection.
  • Andres H.heart icon on user image
    Andres HurtadoDecember 28, 2015
    Awesome fish tacos! Great place to hang with friends by the bay and grab some drinks.
  • Mark E.heart icon on user image
    Mark EverettJuly 24, 2018
    Fish tacos and New England style IPA from Fieldwork. Awesome! Great view and friendly service.
  • Showtime Network
    Showtime NetworkJune 18, 2010
    Live music, cold Coronas & fresh seafood. When the sun is shining, good moods are abundant & tables are hard to come by but standing amidst the sea of fellow bar-goers is just as fun. - Jill
  • Marquetta S.heart icon on user image
    Marquetta SarsourSeptember 27, 2015
    We almost got kicked out because we were having a good time. I think the manager was jealous. Our server was amazing and wants to party with us in the future.
  • Gestinaheart icon on user image
    GestinaAugust 2, 2015
    The food was delicious and the atmosphere was inviting. The ocean view was pretty amazing too. ❤️
  • Jaemieheart icon on user image
    JaemieJanuary 31, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Great food ! Don't be fooled by the historic dive look. Chef is trained and all product local and fresh !
  • Filip E.heart icon on user image
    Filip ErikssonOctober 2, 2017
    Nice location, great view and an ok burger. Not to die for though!
  • Sofie G.heart icon on user image
    Sofie GrahamAugust 9, 2014
    The music is too loud sometimes, but on a sunny day sitting out in the beer garden sharing calamari with friends, there's no place I'd rather be.
  • Sean S.heart icon on user image
    Sean SheppardAugust 15, 2014
    The crab is outstanding and the bar is very laid back. Oh and $$$$ views at $$ prices.
  • Jade U.
    Jade UlrichJuly 15, 2013
    Fun to be down right by the water and in the sunshine but our drinks took forever. We finished our appetizer before they came. Service could be better!
  • Tricia R.
    Tricia R.October 9, 2010
    On a sunny day, ask your server for a straw hat or some sunblock. Our server Max took great care of us and the bloodies are spicy! Great neighborhood joint!
  • Olessya K.
    Olessya KuzOctober 4, 2013
    Outstanding ahi tuna and watermelon appetizer. Also recommend peel and eat shrimp.
  • Brian M.heart icon on user image
    Brian McGJune 5, 2016
    Good drink menu and waterfront location. Enjoy a drink outside
  • Peter I.heart icon on user image
    Peter IkladiousDecember 21, 2016
    Overall, the food was mediocre but great view. The fish and chips was ok, tacos were soggy, sausage and pretzels were flavourless. Service was slow and acted like they didn't want you to be there
  • Michael G.
    Michael GuarnieriJanuary 24, 2015
    I recommend a cappuccino & the delicious Flourless Chocolate Cale!! Yum!!
  • Aaron H.
    Aaron HillAugust 9, 2014
    Protip: they have cowboy hats for you and the rest of your raucous friends on the deck outside. Enjoy.
  • Kimberly J.
    Kimberly JAugust 2, 2013
    Clam chowder was bland. Fish & chips greasy. We really loved the calamari...bacon Mac n cheese & shrimp /crab sand. Service- short handed.
  • Scott V.heart icon on user image
    Scott VernonSeptember 3, 2017
    Fish tacos were delicious! Right by the ocean and great atmosphere!
  • Amy B.heart icon on user image
    Amy BAugust 13, 2016
    Been here 25+ times
    Sit outside! Hats available to block the sun you didn't expect.
  • Cam B.heart icon on user image
    Cam ByrdNovember 29, 2015
    Interesting bar and patrons from locals to visitors. Expansive outdoor seating.
  • Alex S.heart icon on user image
    Alex ShestakovMarch 4, 2015
    Amazingly juicy crab, go for it!
  • Kali-Star H.heart icon on user image
    Kali-Star HuggerJune 6, 2014
    Been here 25+ times
    There are 2 Patricks and 2 Ryan's ransoming booze behind the bar. Come Thursday-Saturday nights for the patented Patrick proof perfection!
  • Turan Y.
    Turan YurdakulDecember 4, 2014
    Crab & shrimp sandwich is on average, but calamari is really good.
  • SFGate M.
    SFGate ManagerJuly 16, 2012
    Plenty of windows make the interior of the cafe seem bigger than it is, and offer a chance to spend those bright cold days along the Embarcadero away from the wind.
  • Andrea F.
    Andrea FazDecember 31, 2013
    Try the crab and shrimp sandwich- amazing!
  • Michael L.heart icon on user image
    Michael LeisMay 13, 2016
    nice outdoor deck on the bay, and right where the cruise liners dock
  • Block122heart icon on user image
    Block122June 29, 2012
    This is not a tourist trap. Doesn't look like much from the outside but go in. Grab a table in the back on the water and order anything. You'll be happy.
  • Cale J.heart icon on user image
    Cale JrAugust 20, 2014
    Mussels + clams with pasta and fish tacos were excellent
  • Katie C.heart icon on user image
    Katie CongletonApril 27, 2016
    Parmesan baked oysters were huge mouthfuls of crunchy, salty and slight spicy deliciousness!
  • Kelly A.
    Kelly ArbuckleAugust 19, 2013
    Typical crowd considering the location. But right on the water. Great place to watch Americas Cup.
  • Laura G.
    Laura GSeptember 3, 2013
    Try the shrimp and crab sandwich on toasted sourdough - delish!
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