When it comes to seafood, not only is it delightful to eat some of the best culinary creations one can imagine but having a water-themed backdrop only enhances the experience. That is what you will find at Waterbar in San Francisco.

Sitting right on the bay offers its own amazing ambiance. But the soaring floor-to-ceiling aquariums inside offer an “under the sea” feeling where you can dine with the fishes!

Located along San Francisco’s famed Embarcadero waterfront area, Waterbar is one of the most picturesque Bay Area restaurants.

Waterbar/Facebook From almost every vantage point, diners are blessed with remarkable views of the San Francisco Bay, as well as the downtown skyline.

Both locals from all over the Bay Area and visitors from across the country and every country you can imagine come to enjoy an amazing experience at Waterbar.

Waterbar/Facebook The dining room here is comfortable, inviting, and highlighted by beautiful floor-to-ceiling aquariums.

This mixed seafood plate is the stuff that dreams are made of!

Waterbar/Facebook Fresh lobster, clams, and oysters are just the beginning of the under the sea indulgence here.

This soft shell crab dish is a crowd favorite.

Waterbar/Facebook Lightly fried to a golden brown, this clawed critter is served with mussels, gulf shrimp, and andouille gumbo, and accompanied by Carolina gold rice. Depending on if you come for lunch or dinner, it might also feature coal-roasted eggplant and/or a delectable tomato ponzu.

Great side dishes are available to accompany your main meal, or order several and make them a meal in and of themselves.

Google Pu Ap Think grilled local asparagus with white truffle aïoli, crisp prosciutto, horseradish, and dill. The tiger prawns served with horseradish cocktail sauce and lemon. Or order a handful of salt baked Malaspina Oysters with plenty of garlic butter and serrano crema for dipping.

At night the lighted aquariums turn into a “see food” looking glass.

Waterbar/Facebook And the fish get a chance to look at you too!

Waterbar also features one of the most extensive wine and cocktail menus in the Bay Area.

Google Mark McHugh In addition to the customary sparkling, white, and red varietals, you can choose from a wide array of dessert wines. Ports and sherry, as well as cognacs, brandy, and digestifs run the gamut as well. For cocktail fans, try the Manhattan Boat, Tumbleweed, or Queen Bee. Many of them are made using organic and biodynamic practices.

The outdoor patio offers spectacular views of the Bay Bridge and into the East Bay.

Waterbar/Facebook This ambiance, coupled with the outstanding fare, is one of the best ways to spend a beautiful San Francisco afternoon or evening.

Outstanding seafood, spectacular views, and an “under the sea” setting. Waterbar is a must-enjoy San Francisco epicurean experience!

Waterbar/Facebook

From almost every vantage point, diners are blessed with remarkable views of the San Francisco Bay, as well as the downtown skyline.

The dining room here is comfortable, inviting, and highlighted by beautiful floor-to-ceiling aquariums.

Fresh lobster, clams, and oysters are just the beginning of the under the sea indulgence here.

Lightly fried to a golden brown, this clawed critter is served with mussels, gulf shrimp, and andouille gumbo, and accompanied by Carolina gold rice. Depending on if you come for lunch or dinner, it might also feature coal-roasted eggplant and/or a delectable tomato ponzu.

Google Pu Ap

Think grilled local asparagus with white truffle aïoli, crisp prosciutto, horseradish, and dill. The tiger prawns served with horseradish cocktail sauce and lemon. Or order a handful of salt baked Malaspina Oysters with plenty of garlic butter and serrano crema for dipping.

And the fish get a chance to look at you too!

Google Mark McHugh

In addition to the customary sparkling, white, and red varietals, you can choose from a wide array of dessert wines. Ports and sherry, as well as cognacs, brandy, and digestifs run the gamut as well. For cocktail fans, try the Manhattan Boat, Tumbleweed, or Queen Bee. Many of them are made using organic and biodynamic practices.

This ambiance, coupled with the outstanding fare, is one of the best ways to spend a beautiful San Francisco afternoon or evening.

Have you been to Waterbar? If so, we’d love to see your photos and hear about your experience there.

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Address: Waterbar Restaurant, 399 The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA 94105, USA