Reservation: did not need one for lunch on a Saturday. Many empty tables. Parking: hit or miss, it's around the Embarcadero so expect to pay something like $8 an hr for parking. Interior / exterior : pretty casual for a Michelin star restaurant. They had outdoor seating set up, but it was gated off. The view from the windows where we were seated had spectacular views of SF. Drinks: none of the cocktails looked interesting, so my partner and I got a Chardonnay which was nice. Food: my partner got the prix fixe "Quick Catch" menu for $45 which included 3 courses. It was worth it! Started with oysters then Half Sea Bream with Coconut & Swarnadwipa + salad and ended with a sundae. The food was maybe a 3.5/5 stars for the value. We got the bread (4/5) which was good as a started to share and also some Brussels sprouts (1/5). The Brussels sprouts were not cooked well, it was still too hard and the sauce was too acidic. I got the Aged Black Cod, Leeks, & Vadouvan Fumet as my entree and thought it was well cooked. I also enjoyed the curry sauce it came with. The best dish there was probably the sundae honestly. Service : very lackluster. The service staff kept bumping into each other and then glaring at each other, which made it awkward. I just felt like they didn't spend much time with us, and it felt rush. Especially since the restaurant wasn't busy. read more

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Angler is located in San Francisco's Embarcadero district and first opened its doors in 2018 - located on the waterfront, the restaurant offers patrons a beautiful view to go with their meal. They serve a seafood-focused menu and has been awarded a 1 Michelin Star for the quality of their cooking. Reservations can be made online via OpenTable beginning a month in advance to the date desired. I booked their signature Cook For You experience as a treat for my partner's birthday. This experience is designed for parties of all sizes (and kindly required for parties of 8 to 11 guests). The Cook For You features a prix-fixe menu that changes daily and is curated to each party's tastes and preferences. The menu is designed to be shared amongst the table (think family style) highlighting both Angler's classic and seasonal dishes. I made my reservation for 6:30pm - given that this restaurant is located in the Embarcadero, which isn't the easiest place to find parking, we elected to take public transportation. Upon arriving, we were shown to our table and offered a choice of still or sparkling water as well as a selection of drinks. We decided to go with their non-alcoholic options - (1) tropical sour, and (2) pineapple ginger. The tropical sour was the definite favorite as the flavors are much more complex and developed, while the pineapple ginger was true to its name (if not a little too ginger-forward for my personal tastes). Since we had booked their Cook For You experience, we didn't have to order a thing and our dishes were served to our table one by one. We started with a hamachi crudo - as a big sushi/raw fish fan, this was a refreshing delectable bite that was well seasoned. Next was a tuna-shiso-jelly-based dish paired with a rice cracker. This one was quite fun as we were advised to crack pieces of the cracker off to scoop and enjoy the tuna-jelly mixture. Their famous house made parker rolls came next paired with a seaweed miso butter, and this was absolutely delicious - buttery, fluffy, and rich in flavor. We couldn't finish it all at the table (there was so much good food to go around), and we we decided to take the remaining three home to enjoy at our pace. Together with the bread came our spring salad paired with a lemon vinaigrette - overall a very flavorful salad, especially with the vinaigrette, though the lemon could be a bit overpowering and almost too tart at times. Next came some of our favorite bites of the night - hot fried frog legs generously flavored with a crispy pepper coating. Frog legs might not be for everyone, but for us they're favorite delicacy that we were excited to indulge in during this meal. The frog legs were expertly prepared and perfectly cooked - fall-off-the-bone tender. Afterwards we were delighted with some seared scallops and asparagus. The scallops were perfectly prepared with a crisp sear, while the meat itself was soft and tender - paired with a bleu blanc sauce, this was a perfect bite showcasing Angler's skill in seafood preparations. The asparagus were extremely well cooked and I found myself enjoying the dish a lot (which says something since I'm not usually a fan of asparagus). Finally we were onto our main course: the prime rib and scalloped crispy potato. The prime rib was a special treat, as we were anticipating a more seafood-forward meal; however, Angler certainly proves that their not a one-trick pony as they served an excellent prime rib with au jus. The crispy potato was also delectable, as we were instructed to eat the potato slice by slice and dip it in the pool of taleggio cheese that the potato sits atop of. Last but not least - dessert, which came in the form of a delicious soft-serve sundae paired with warm salted caramel, cool cocoa nibs, and a pinch of sea salt. Needless to say with all this food and all the variety of flavors, we were not only full, but absolutely delighted by the end of our meal. Overall, the Cook For You experience was very enjoyable and I would highly recommend it for anyone who's feeling a little adventurous and willing to given the kitchen the reigns! read more

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My husband & I dined here during holiday season in December 2025. We made reservation through Open table. The restaurant is medium size with beautiful view. We were seated at the best table tucked in a corner with amazing view. Right away, we knew our experience was going to be wonderful. We appreciate when the restaurant paid attention and seat us at the best table possible. The food selection was great. Service is top notch. I ordered fix menu and there was a lot of food. I really love the bread and dessert. read more

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Since it's inception 7 years ago, it has been a priority of mine to dine at Angler. And while I made many attempts in both Los Angeles and San Francisco it seemingly was a cursed reservation for me. Being the stubborn person that I am, I decided to give another shot for my anniversary this year. Low and behold, on the way to the restaurant my wife became car sick and I really began to think it just wasn't in the cards. Eing the strong woman that she is, she gave it a good go and powered through as much as she could. Arriving at Angler you are immediately taken by the understated-modern design that revolves around the kitchen and hearth at its center. We had a quick cocktail while we waited for our table at a much larger bar than you would expect for the space. In no time we were ushered to our table and greeted by our server who's name now escapes me. We opted for the shared tasting menu ahead of time so after a short introduction a few questions our server introduced us to Adrian, our sommelier for the evening. After giving a brief description of what our favorite wines entail he got to work. At this point the dishes started to come in a frequent and well times manner. The tuna tartare set the tone for what was already exceeding expectations. My wife was still feeling a bit under the weather, but the staff out great effort into trying to make her comfortable with soda and bitters amongst other things. Around the time we were being wowed by the fried frog legs Aidan returned with a bottle of La côte that hit every tasting note we described as well as over delivering on our price range and he did it with an ora of class and finesse well beyond his years. As the wine opened up and the parker house rolls went down, unfortunately my wife got to a point where she needed to call it a night. We let our server know and he had the team quickly box the rest of our meal while we opted to have the sundae before leaving. Overall the food, impeccable service, ambiance and value of Angler make it a San Francisco stand out. We finished the food in robes back in our room and we're immediately transported back to the dinning room. All great things are worth waiting for. While my first few attempts didn't work out, I feel like everything played out the way it was supposed to. We will see you soon Angler. read more

Angler - 2022 La côte - Seafood Near Me - San Francisco, California

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]We were sat in the back room - coincidentally everyone in that room was a minority. All the non-minorities were in the main dining room.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Added star for the service and food. read more

We dined here for dinner to celebrate a special occasion. Check-in process was smooth; we were given a table right by the window and had a fantastic view of bay bridge. Service: 3/5 Our water was refilled frequently at the beginning of the night but was completely neglected towards the end. It also took 40mins for our entrées to arrive-- YES, 40mins! Food: 4/5 Definitely pricey for slightly above the average dishes. I suspected their dishes to be Thai-taste inspired? Bluefin tuna and kale rice crisps - Rice crisps were fantastic and the bluefin tuna was sour because of the topping they put on top of the tuna. Norwegian trout - We were surprised this dish only served 2 slices of sashimi lol Grilled corn ribs - The best dish of the night. So flavorful and grilled perfectly so well! Whole seam bream - This one had coconut sauce and a bit of curry. We thought the fish was slightly too fishy but the sauce covered it up well. Whole lobster - "Sauce of its shells" actually had tom yum taste to it, honedtl read more

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My second visit to this Michelin-starred seafood-heavy restaurant on the Embarcadero impressed me. I went with two friends visiting from out of town, and we opted for a la carte options rather than the tasting menu (it was a good call, because we got to try more things that way). While some dishes were misses (the geoduck had barely any geoduck; the lemon and herb salad lacked the lemony taste you'd hope for), other dishes were spectacular home runs (the radicchio is the best I've ever had, the scallops melt in your mouth, and the skate wing is perfectly cooked). I didn't think the prices were as high as others on this page have complained - it's pricy, but any good meal in SF is going to be. The pricier options (like the geoduck) might not be worth it, but other dishes are affordable and make a great meal. Service was fantastic - as you'd expect from a spot of this caliber. Ask for a tour after the meal - there's a stuffed bear in one room.... read more

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Ambiance: casual Service: attentive Came during lunch and the menu is a bit smaller, but not bad at all! They also have a lunch deal for $38 which includes a starter, entree, and soft serve! Food: Everything here is delicious, but the one dish that has been on my mind is their Hot Fried Frog legs ($24)- taste like chicken, is so tender and full of flavor!! a must get!! read more

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Angler has been my favourite seafood restaurant in SF (so far) and the black bass was to die for. The sauce was dreamy. The only let down was the dessert, which we didn't love. read more

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Angler is one of my fave go tos in the city. With a gorgeous view of the bay, you just can't go wrong with a visit here for lunch or dinner. For lunch, they offer a prix fixe menu consisting of oysters, a main entree (fish or chicken), and the most amazing sundae you will ever have. I'm a huge fan of their chicken which you can watch cooking in the visible kitchen. I love how seasoned their greens are and the sauce that the chicken comes with is excellent. The sundae is a must! It's served with this super buttery, smooth, caramel sauce that you just can't get enough of. At dinner time, there are tons of options to choose from or you can have the chef choose for you for $145/pp. Their menu rotates but I've never had anything here I didn't like. Perfect for locals and out of towners...I'm such a fan. 5 solid stars. read more

Michelin star restaurant and Michelin prices to go with, it's a good experience but not easy to beat expectations since it's high to start with. . Location- 5 stars, not much to complain about, it's on the popular and affluent waterfront district and next to Bay bridge, my favorite views. . Service - 4 stars, for Michelin this only meets expectations, very good but compared to peers like Michael Mina which is the only Michelin so far that deserves 5 stars . Ambiance- good, 4 stars, like the kitchen and bustling yet comfortable open seating area . food - 3 stars minus. Picked almost exclusively seafoods because there's virtually no meat (roasted chicken for Michelin restaurants is almost a joke) . pan seared scallops were ok but a bit weird taste wise, texture rough on one edge and tender on the other, about 3 stars because of the sauce . King fish, as appetizers this was good, tartare did not miss, however the crunchy fish crust I don't know what they are thinking to add so much salt, bad texture and bad taste, overall 3 because of the crust . Is the rolls supposed to be to die for? They were good but why that special? 3.5 for me. . Rock cod was good at the beginning, then it becomes too fatty after a while, the sauce was not good for enhancing its taste as it was too light for a toasted fish. 3 for me. . Again the sea bream would have been good as a single dish, probably 4, but after almost every dish being fatty seafood even this mildly toasted fish with buttery sauce it was getting my stomach upset. So overall a 3 only. Especially lagging is meat with gamy and grilled texture. Also some carbs to complement fatty fish please, rolls just can't cut it, I usually pair it with rice. Soy sauce or fish sauce usually helps digestion of such fishes too. read more

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Jay welcomed us with a fantastic smile and articulated the uniqueness of each dish. Everything from appetizers to desserts was a delight to for our eyes and delightful to taste. We had 2 appetizers, 2 mains, 2 vegetables, parker rolls and shared a dessert. Each one was creative. The blue fin tuna was the star of the meal, fresh tuna coupled with a creative rice crisp, which was like a chip. The restaurant was busy without being too loud. Nice selection of background music; mostly 80's. Everything was spot on; soooo good, we're going back next week and bringing friends! read more

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Did the chef's table at Angler and it was definitely a night to remember. Super cool spot right on the Embarcadero -- dark, moody, and sleek in a way that still feels comfortable. You can tell everything is centered around fire -- like, literally -- there's a massive open hearth in the kitchen and you can smell the good kind of smoke as soon as you walk in. The chef's table was front-row seats to the action, which added a whole other layer to the meal. Some insane-looking ingredients. Now the food: Highlights? That radicchio dish is as iconic as people say -- bitter, sweet, tangy, crunchy, all at once. The seafood was super clean and simply done, in a way that lets the quality shine. There was a whole grilled fish (can't remember the name -- blame the cocktails), but it was smoky and delicate and just fell apart perfectly. Some dishes felt more dialed in than others -- a couple bites leaned more on presentation than punch, if you know what I mean. Still solid, just not all fireworks. Service was on point -- warm, super knowledgeable, and not at all stiff. They walked us through the courses and had great recommendations. Overall, Angler is good. Right at 4/5 for me just because a few moments didn't hit as hard, and $$$$$$$$$$ but still a top-tier SF food experience. read more

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One michelin star restaurant on the Embarcadero. Came for lunch, which I believe is a newer add on to their menu. Booked for a weekday at 1:30pm. Fair amount of other diners having lunch too. Requested a window seat on the reservation and received a window seat which was really nice! Casual, friendly service that was still professional. Pre fixe lunch menu for $38. Three courses. Upon first glance, a great deal for a michelin star restaurant. Includes starter, choice of entree (two choices), and dessert. - Pacific oysters, seaweed vinegar, embered tomato - really fresh oysters, clean taste. Seaweed vinegar was really unique. Umami and not overly sour. - Half sea bream, coconut and swarnadwipa - my guest ordered this but it looked cooked well. Tried the coconut sauce and it was bomb - Half chicken roasted in wood oven, lettuce, herbs with meyer lemon - the half portion of chicken was WAY bigger than I thought. Perfectly cooked, not dry anywhere. Came with a Carolina gold type sauce that was mustardy but paired well. - Soft serve sundae - I love a good dessert and this is one of them. Only thing i was craving more of was the drizzle and nibs, which didn't quite make it to the bottom of the ice cream. read more

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There were certainly some great things about Angler, and I would return if I wanted those things, but the service mishap for a Michelin restaurant led to my lower review What went wrong: I was served items containing allergens that my waitperson discussed with me. Upon seating, she asked about allergies. Mine is simple and she said easily avoided. I felt confident I could trust her. That was a mistake My dessert tasted REALLY good, so I asked about the allergen and she apologized and did not charge. However, now I wonder if the sauce of the main dish also had issues. I guess my stomach will tell me tonight! I am not opposed to a prescribed tip of 20%. However, my server did not provide the basic service needed. I understand tips are pooled. She should have removed the mandatory tip and if I had not given the 20%, she should have made it up to her colleagues. If this was not in her control, she should have told her manager And this is a Michelin restaurant. Hmm. I've been to Michelin starred places around the US and the world. Part of what gets a restaurant the star(s) is service. While the crew was otherwise attentive, it was not elevated or in point, and also an employee left the bathroom with toilet seat up. The good ( and a few more missteps) the view is great The tuna starter was excellent. It had a gelee made from sake yuzu and rice vinegar, and served with crisps that were salty in the right balance and fun to eat. The tuna should have been served with a serving spoon though. The crisps are not strong enough for the "dip" and the eating spoons have very long handles not right for the serving dish The hen of the woods mushroom was wonderfully grilled Its sauce was a bit spicy though and when served with our fish dishes did not compliment. We had sea bream whole . Bones were easy to navigate. We asked about the sauce when ordering and the waitstaff said Indonesian. When it was served, a different staff person said " with lemongrass". Ok that's a big difference and again our waiter should have had a more precise answer when we asked about the sauce The sea bass was fine. Again, still wondering if I was mislead about the sauce Bathroom grade: A-. 2 x single serve gender-neutral with super cute decor, clean, washlets. The garbage can operation and location requires that one touch the door handle with bare hands. Please move closer to door or change the can read more

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Angler is a really interesting place. The walls are adorned with countless pieces of taxidermy. It feels a little much for my liking, but whatever. Started off with the Embered Oysters; really smoky and flavorful. The Bluefin Tuna and Rice Crisp had an unexpected twist. The tuna came topped with like a tangy terrine/jelly-like substance. I appreciate when a dish brings a different dynamic. The Fried Frog Legs were fine. They tasted like frog dishes served in Chinese restaurants where you would be getting it for half the price. I really like how the lobster was served with the tomalley. Usually I only get to eat it when making lobster at home, and it feels like such a waste when places don't seem to put it to good use. It comes with some bread that was a bit dense and a nice sauce made from lobster shells. The Angler potato was really good and would have went well with some caviar probably. It's kind of like a potato gratin but the potato and cheese parts are separate and intact. The soft serve is good, I'm not sure what I was expecting but it's not too different from soft serves you get a dessert places other than the caramel sauce and what I think are cacao nibs. My friend and I both agreed that it's very phallic looking hahaha... I enjoyed the experience and would come back again. read more

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Enjoyed the set menu for a special birthday! They surprised us with a handwritten birthday card and a candle. The black cod with broth was tender, not too salty, and the skin was nice and crispy. I selected the set menu starting with the Washington oysters with seaweed vinegar. They were quite creamy. The half sea bream was juicy and came with a Thai curry coconut cream sauce and refreshing lettuce and herbs with a miso dressing. I would definitely try the marshmallow soft serve with homemade caramel sauce and chocolate nibs! Yummy! The mandarin sorbet was very tart but refreshing. read more

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Roast chicken straight out of the hearth is so well cooked and looks so delicious. Parker house rolls with seaweed butter were good but not as good as they sound. Lunch special with a salad, main and dessert showcases Angler at its best. read more

Simply put, the Angler Radicchio Salad is an all star dish. It doesn't matter your diet of choice--this is a hands down winner that people should trek across the city to try. Despite this absolute grand slam, I have to ding them a star because of the dearth of vegetarian options. I'd have the Radicchio time and again, but it doesn't constitute a meal unto itself. They were able to make a mushroom dish vegetarian, but it was a little undercooked and felt like an afterthought sidekick. The menu options notwithstanding, the service was impeccable and the meal was well received by all. I'd certainly return, but make sure your friends who don't love seafood are as excited as I was about Radicchio (the bib they provide for the beet red dressing and the cartoonish steak knife are reason enough to go!). read more

Angler - Hen of Woods Mushroom - Seafood Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Service was extremely attentive and friendly. Booked theoigj OpenTable and noted that it was a birthday dinner. The staff tea her out and addee a note on our table with the chefs signatures. Food was amazing. Highly recommend the seabream and frog legs read more

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Tried to book a private group event and I found the experience very flakey staff. Promises on the website 24 hours to respond to event inquires. Took 3 days to respond. They email me and had availability. I called and was able to speak briefly to their events manager. He promised to hold a reservation and asked me to schedule a time to discuss the details. I emailed multiple time and called multiple times for the follow up convo to confirm the details of the event and they just ghosted me. Their service in booking a group event was no were near what I would expect from a michelin star restaurant. If you're considering Angler for a group events or private events I strongly recommend you steer clear. A lot of better options in the city. read more

The oysters tasted really good with the sauce they provided us and the sea bream was amazing, super crisp skin and tender fish meat. The cocktails tasted really great, we ended up order 4 after our initial 2 drinks. The ambiance was really calm and great when I went during lunch for their 3 course meal and their service was quick and attentive. The server came by several times to make sure we were okay with everything which was great. However, the mushroom was honestly not great. We didn't end up finishing it. The taste was mediocre I would not buy again no matter the cost Additionally we chose the sorbet for dessert which was nothing special either. It had great blood orange taste but we weren't amazed by it. It tasted like an average sorbet but we did see reviews for the sundae being great so maybe we missed out. Overall, I would come again! read more

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This was by far one of the best meals we have ever had. The 'cook for you' option is the way to go!Outstanding service and food. The drinks were also top notch. I cannot recommend this place enough, and I have already raved about it to all my friends and family. If you don't eat here while in San Francisco, you are doing yourself a disservice. The absolute best!!! Well done, Angler. read more

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We came here to celebrate 2 birthdays and tried a number of dishes. A few were good (tuna, sea bream, Parker roll, frog legs) and a few were really bad (mushroom, rotisserie chicken) and the rest were really mediocre at best. Presentation was the least refined of any Michelin restaurants I know. Price point is extremely high even in SF (i.e. $16 for a small tray of bread and $80 for chicken). Service was friendly but very chaotic. There were a large number of servers tending our table (we were not sure who was supposed to be our main waiter/waitress). Sometimes they were no where to be found, and then other times a group of them suddenly showed up & tried to clear dishes we were still working on. It was definitely not an experience worthy of a Michelin star. As for the 2 birthday girls, we each received a hand-signed birthday card. read more

Loved my experience at one-Michelin starred Angler! Their location is along the Embarcadero, so parking is a bit tough. I loved the view of the open kitchen when arriving. The group I was with tried a bunch of items, but the MUST orders for me are the parker house rolls with seaweed butter, scallop crudo with yuzu sauce, and the grilled hand-dived scallops. The scallops truly stood out--perfectly grilled and so sweet. They know their seafood at Angler! We also tried some wines; they have a great beverage program here. Service is friendly. I need to come back for happy hour! read more

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My husband and I came here for lunch and had a wonderful experience! We had a fantastic view of the open kitchen, which was beautiful and fun to watch! We had oysters, salad, bread, "lobster buns" and sea bream, with the mini soft serve sundae for dessert. We were stuffed and happy. The sea bream was a stand out with incredibly crispy skin and served with the sauce on the side to maintain the skin's crunch! The salad was very big and shareable, and had a beautifully bright salad dressing. The oysters, and bread were what you would expect. The lobster rolls would be what you would expect though I think I prefer my lobster roll buns pan fried in butter rather than grilled like they were here, I felt the bun itself was a touch too crunchy for my preference. The soft serve sundae with delicious caramel sauce and crunchy coco nibs was also such a fun surprise at the end. The service, ambiance and food were all what you would want them to be, truly fantastic. read more

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Honestly I'm conflicted about writing this review; I fear that bumping up the average score of this place is going to make it more popular and that's going to make it harder for me to eat here, because it really is that good. I was in the area one weekend and stopped in for lunch and ate the antelope game burger, and it was a much-needed reminder that you don't need to suffocate a dish with spices to produce bold, flavourful food. The antelope patty was grilled quite rare, and it came with a soft white cheese, mustard, and grilled onions. This is the kind of thinking that only comes out of a truly great restaurant. I like the decorations, especially the big stuffed bear. I gave him a few pats, and it reminded me of my childhood. read more

Angler - Stuffed bear! - Seafood Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Ambiance cool-- it gives a cozy yet modern feeling with the open kitchen and interior design. It is on the louder side with everyone talking and enjoying their meals. Service was nice to offer explaining the menu and answer any questions. This wagyu was off the menu but the waiting staff was kind to ask the chef if wagyu could be made that night. Wagyu initially tasted really yummy and tender; however, as I ate more and worked my way through it, there were areas that were too chewy. The restaurant is on the pricey side, but I'd be interested to try other stuff on their menu like the bread and seafood. read more

Angler - Wagyu steak - Seafood Near Me - San Francisco, California

I had dinner last night for the first time at Angler, and let me say everything was amazing. Food was great but what exceeded my expectations was a guy named Luigi who was very attentive to my table, always making sure I had everything I needed for every course. I will definitely be back. read more

Would not recommend getting the "Let us cook for you" if in a small group. Expected a tasting menu style with small portions of each type of dish, but it seemed that they just selected dishes that amounted to around the cost of the selection and served them as is. This led to some very inconvenient portion sizes, with a massive lettuce and herb salad meant for 4 people served to the two of us, with a few other dishes, and then an entire chicken. Portion sizes were large, which was good, but the quality seemed lacking especially considering the price point. Overall the food was good, but the prices were not justified. The oven roasted whole chicken was juicy and succulent, but the $80 price tag made it hard to swallow. The hen of woods mushroom was interesting, but the hot sauce seemed like plain hot sauce and covered the nice smoky flavor of the grilled mushrooms. The angler potato and scallops were very good, but again overshadowed by the price. The best was the lavender cream cocktail. A must get! Overall service was not that great as well. We didn't receive menus in the beginning, and received the first dish after requesting a menu. Turns out they assumed that we wanted the "cook for us" option. That was understandable as we indicated an interest in the reservation, but our waiter seemed confused and was not aware of this either. Some confirmation as we sat down would have been nice! Service also did not seem very attentive to our table, with some dishes served without cutlery, and some plates with clear fingerprint marks served to us. Overall the food was good, but it really fell short of my expectations, especially considering that it is a Michelin starred restaurant. Honestly would not recommend read more

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Lovely historical building (or at least looks like one) with warm ambiance. Literally. You can feel the open flames as you step inside. The starter menu was fantastic, the wine section was a small book, and the service was top notch. As a non-alcohol person I loved their non alcohol menu, and while most of the menu was fish-forward I loved the ribeye. They also make a potato dish with just enough cheese to almost make you feel guilty. Almost. Don't forget the soft serve sundae! read more

We had one of our favorite lunch menus ever at any Michelin Star restaurant. We had both options and they were truly perfect. Added their mushrooms. I will dream of that soft serve desert for a very long time. My new recommendation is for anyone traveling through San Fran to stop by for a memorable lunch. read more

Have been wanting to come here after walking by it on embarcadero did the highlights of the evening menu Food: There were no duds, however a couple highlights were the frog legs and the whole sliced potato. The frog legs were fried so well and the sauce that came with it really worked well with the spicy seasoning. Please give this a try! The potato with the sauce of taleggio was was crispy on the outside and soft and steamy in the inside. The sauce of taleggio paired really well with the potato and left me wondering how they made the potato with such thin and precise slices without it breaking apart Service and ambiance were great as well! Came at around 5pm so it was still bright outside and it wasn't overly busy. Towards the end of dinner it did get busy but the staff remained very attentive. Parking can be tough but it's definitely worth it! read more

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This $400 meal for 4 was... just OK. Our friend is not very gastronomically adventurous, so his girlfriend selected this restaurant because the prix fixe menu offered only fish and chicken. The oysters were nice and meaty; otherwise none of our dishes were outstanding, which is disappointing as there was, again, only fish and chicken. I ordered a glass of white wine and was given a drink with solid tartrates at the bottom. Auto-gratuity was 20%, and though we were waited on by several people (we think our waitress's shift ended halfway through the meal? impossible to tell as we never saw her after the order was in) we were never asked our opinion on our meal, drinks, etc. nor did anyone tell us their name. This meal was satisfactory, but underwhelming for what we were led to expect. Dining at Michelin-starred restaurants in the past has been an experience. At the end of this meal, our unadventurous friend lamented that we could have gone to McDonald's for more flavorful chicken. While I don't know if I agree precisely with his value assessment, I did have to ask my girlfriend multiple times for details of this unmemorable meal while writing this review. The only star I would give this place is a participation award. Thank you for an adequate lunch. read more

HAPPY HOUR UPDATE You're enjoying the great craft cocktails along the breathtaking waterfront views overlooking the bay bridge. Devouring delicious bites from the happy hour menu (available everyday from 5-6:30 pm at the bar and patio). And, the best bougie soft serve sundae in the city with warm salted caramel sauce and cocoa nibs. Soaking up every last moment of the late summertime weather. With your furry BFF (dog-friendly patio). Until it comes time to sign the bill... If you're going to Angler, you already know what you're getting yourself into (one Michelin star)....CHAA-CHIING! I'm not complaining about the food and drink prices. And, I'm fine with 20% auto-gratuity and SF mandates to benefit staff. This practice has been ongoing in the city for years so nothing new. BUT... I felt completely blindsided that the 20% service charge...is *not* considered gratuity/tip. When signing the bill, there's a tip line and when I asked about about the 20% service charge, I was told it's *not* tip (I don't recall this during my previous pre-covid visit). I thought I misheard the staff and asked twice. And, they confirmed the 20% service charge is *not* tip. The staff is wonderful and they shouldn't be penalized for a management issue. I tipped 20% on top of the 20% service charge, 6% SF mandate, and tax. That's nearly 55% which is insane. Angler needs to be transparent and make it clear on the menu, their website, and by staff that the 20% service charge is *not* tip so customers don't leave feeling like they've been swindled. read more

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A friend and I came for lunch on a sunny Tuesday and went with the $45 prix fixe. I'd heard mixed reviews before visiting, but was really impressed with the service, ambience, quality of food, and overall experience. The prix fixe comprised 2 oysters each to start, a choice of roast chicken or sea bream for entree, followed by dessert. The oysters - I couldn't ascertain the specific variety but they were from Washington State - were very fresh and nicely presented with sides of a subtle mignonette and a cocktail sauce, as well as the obligatory lemon. I could have happily enjoyed a half or full dozen, but that will have to wait for a future visit. For drinks I had a glass of Sancerre (can't really go wrong there) and my friend went with a Manhattan. The chicken sounded appealing, and appeared to be interestingly presented based on follow diners' plates but, being a seafood restaurant, fish seemed the natural choice for us both. The entrees took a little longer to come out than anticipated so we were given some complimentary spicy fries to hold us over, and they were pretty tasty as well as living up to their piquant description. The sea bream was a half each, split down the middle, with a little gem salad, and a coconut and lemongrass sauce on the side accompanied by a squeeze of lime. The skin was nicely crisped and the flesh tender and flavorful. The sauce was delicious and moreish however I poured carefully so as not to overpower the fresh taste of the fish. We also ordered a side of hen of the woods which came as a whole plate-sized cap with a delicious smoky tasting sauce. To finish, there was a choice of a sundae or seasonal sorbet. We both went with the latter, which was blueberry with some hints of spice, I think fresh ginger. The perfect palate cleansing denouement to a great meal. The final check was around $205 including tax, service, mandates. As with most prix fixe, the final total is always somewhat higher than you can fathom at the outset, but this felt like pretty decent value (for a 1 star Michelin place, in SF, in 2025) for an excellent lunch. I'd like to come back to try other items on the menu, the Parker House rolls looked particularly appealing as a side. Overall a memorable dining experience, something which feels increasingly rare to say in this day and age. read more

Let Us Cook For You option: *** The first dish brought to the table was the coonstripe prawn with shiso and Fresno peppers. Oh my goodness... the flavor paired with the contrasting textures was incredible. I'm not even a prawns person, but I'd eat this again. And again. 10/10 *** Then came the shima aji with watermelon radish. THIS. DISH. I kept thinking about it for the rest of the meal. I wish I had written this review mid-bite, because there's no way I can fully capture how insanely good it was. 10/10 * By this point, I couldn't believe there was still more coming--and I was so ready for it. We were served the radicchio salad, along with our clothing protector. I'd seen reviews calling it messy, but I didn't get anything on my bib, so don't be intimidated. I totally get the love for the radicchio--it's a beautiful and delectable dish--but it just didn't quite hit for my palate. * Next: the cold-smoked salt & pepper squab. Think "tastes like chicken," but juicier, richer, and just better. The meat was incredibly tender, especially when paired with the lime and peppercorn spice they served on the side. * The grilled scallop. I tried to savor it with three small bites, but honestly, I could've inhaled it in one. Perfectly cooked, beautifully presented, and absolutely delicious. *** Then came the unexpected star of the show. I'm not a big corn person, but this dish? It made me question every corn-related decision I've ever made. Life-changing. Like, genuinely reconsidering-my-relationship-with-corn life-changing. It slaps. 1000/10 * Whole sea bream with coconut & Swarnadwipa. I grew up eating fish regularly (shoutout to my fisherman dad), so I approached this one with high standards. The skin was perfectly crisp, the flesh flavorful and tender. I actually forgot to add the coconut sauce, and even without it, it was excellent. Now I'm just imagining how next-level it could've been with the sauce. * I wasn't too excited about trying the potato--I mean, it's a potato-- but wow. The thin slices of Angler potato were the ideal vehicle for that taleggio sauce. The perfect carb moment to round things out. * Last but definitely not least: the soft serve with caramel. I've never been a huge caramel person, but this dessert slaps. It feels like something that could tempt even an ascetic. Would absolutely come back next time I'm in SF. read more

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this restaurant is incredibly well decorated and organized. very pricey but they have a BIDET! read more

Angler - Parkerhouse Rolls - Seafood Near Me - San Francisco, California

We've been to Angler twice - once for dinner which was phenomenal and one of the best meals we've ever had. We raved about it to everyone we knew. So we went back for a lunch, bringing family to celebrate a birthday. We were shocked by how rude and malicious our server was. Not sure if it was micro/macro aggressions due to our race (we're asian), but our server (a very short, stout man with a low ponytail, glasses, and a beard) was incredibly antagonistic. Examples: served water, but intentionally moved the cup away when a guest tried to drink it (why would you do that), interrupted us TWICE when we tried to ask a question/finish a sentence because he was about to serve a dish to another table -- he could have just said nicely 'please wait a moment and i'll get back to you' (we didn't realize he was holding something in his hand, so we were confused why he wouldn't let us finish a sentence); when I asked about the menu and gestured for a visual representation of how large the sea bream dish was, he refused to do so (just kept saying 'it's enough for two people' -- can you just help me out with a rough hand measurement on the size of the plate, jeez); never checked in on us and our food; gave a disgruntled sigh after we ordered dessert; was generally short with us throughout the entire experience. I was SO embarrassed to have brought family and friends to Angler after raving about it...only for everyone to have this terrible experience. Honestly ruined the whole meal. Angler management: if you're reading this, please consider doing a training for this employee on customer service. read more

Bougie, but worth. The food was so delicious and stunning. service was excellent and knowledgeable. beautiful view as well. Inside the decor is giving old school fish shop but upscale. we did the set lunch menu but they serve it family style for us. there was four of us so two of us did the branzino and two of us did the chicken so we could be get both. read more

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