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Franciscan Crab Restaurant, San Francisco, CA

Franciscan Crab Restaurant

4.3
4.3
3668 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
19:00
Booked 13 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
  • Website
    http://www.franciscancrabrestaurant.com/
  • 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.
  • Location
    Pier 43 1/2, San Francisco, CA 94133
  • 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

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What 3,668 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
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 3.9Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Franciscan Crab Restaurant offers exceptional dining with "amazing views" of the Bay and Alcatraz. Guests praise the "fantastic service" and "deliciously fresh seafood," particularly the crab dishes. While some find prices high, the "beautifully decorated" interior and a "charming, retro vibe" enhance the experience. Perfect for special occasions and family outings.

3,668 Reviews

  1. Michael

    Washington DC

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Had a business conversation. Restaurant was very quiet and lent itself to our being able to chat. Food was surprisingly good considering that it is located in a San Francisco tourist area. Would definitely recommend.

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  2. Nicole

    Phoenix

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Don’t order a steak at a seafood restaurant! The oysters were good and so was the other seafood but my husband was still hungry after we left. We had to buy bread separately and no starter salad. The sat us at a window but right behind me was the waiter station.

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  3. jen

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    We were practically the only people there but our server was still inattentive. The drinks were watery and the food was average at best.

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  4. Aki

    Tokyo

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    We changed our time because we knew we would not be able to make our original reservation time. This was my third visit to my favorite restaurant in San Francisco and this time I had the worst experience. I always order the same menu, but the seasoning of the crab, the seasoning of the clams, the quality of the clams (most disappointed too small and not filling. see photo I took real menu photo and you must check restaurant provide menu photo ), and the service of the server were all terrible! I will never go back.

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  5. Karlheinz

    Las Vegas

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 4 November 2024

    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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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 November 2024

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

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  7. Carol

    Atlanta Metro

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    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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  8. 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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  9. 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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  10. 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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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 3668 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 13 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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