Welcome to Waterbar!

Regarded as San Francisco's foremost seafood restaurant, Waterbar continues to set new standards of sustainability, variety, and excellence in the sourcing, preparation and presentation of food from the sea. Waterbar is situated in a prime location on the waterfront of San Francisco’s Embarcadero, just south of the “Cupid's Span" sculpture, featuring panoramic views of the bay, Bay Bridge, Treasure Island, and the San Francisco skyline.

Summer & Rosé fest starts June 21st!

From June 21st through July 8th, our beverage director, Francisco Bazo, will offer 5 fantastic styles of Rosé by the glass and 15 by the bottle. Come and enjoy delightful Rose with brunch, al fresco dinner, happy hour, lunch, or any time you would like. Rosé goes so very well with so many foods - oysters & shellfish, small bites, and the exciting summer ingredients Chef Justin Baade will feature on the menus. Come and put some Rosé in your day

Illustration done by Andrea Pescosolido

Our Oyster Giveback Campaign is going strong!

Waterbar proudly donates 5¢ for every oyster sold in support of our local community. We are pleased to partner with La Cocina, whose mission is to cultivate low-income food entrepreneurs as they formalize and grow their businesses. The organization was born out of a belief that a community of talented natural entrepreneurs, given the right resources, can create self sufficient businesses that benefit themselves, their families, their community, and the whole city. For more information, please visit www.lacocinasf.org.

private dining & Special events

Experience Waterbar like never before with an event in one of our Private Dining Spaces

For private dining & special events inquiries contact:

CASEY HUNT
Phone: 415.284.9607
Email: casey@waterbarsf.com

Waterbar strives to ensure the highest standard of environmentally safe, sustainably-sourced seafood from both local and international waters, respecting seasonality and the natural essence of the sea.

Under the guidance of Chef Parke Ulrich, Waterbar presents a daily menu of fresh-caught, sustainably sourced fish and shellfish as well as the most expansive selection of oysters on the West Coast, served sparkling fresh from the famed beds of California, Washington, British Columbia, Massachusetts, Maine, Virginia and Prince Edward Island. 

Waterbar's dessert and pastry selection is a requisite for our guests who prefer to finish a meal in style. The imaginative take on ingredients come together in a way that demonstrate Waterbar's passion for the best while showcasing the flavors nature and the San Francisco Bay Area have to offer.

Signature Kuleto Style

Dramatic Design

Pat Kuleto’s unique design for Waterbar features an extravagant, cascading oyster bar and dramatic floor-to-ceiling aquariums, which serve as the restaurant’s focal point. Featuring exciting views of the waterfront and the Bay Bridge from terraces, patios and private dining rooms, Waterbar is perfect for al fresco drinks or landmark family celebrations.