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    Hog Island Larkspur

    3.9 (559 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    HOG ISLAND LARKSPUR ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed
    Happy hour specials

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    Vivian M.

    Absolute gem of a place! Located in the plaza which means lots of parking! We decided to sit outside since the weather has been so nice and we loved it. The indoor and outdoor area is beautiful and we got to choose where we wanted to sit and the servers didn't have any issues with it. We've been to the Napa, SF and Tomales Bay location so we knew exactly what to order and they didn't disappoint ! The oysters were fresh and perfectly shucked. We had a dozen each and wanted to order more but stopped ourselves since we had ordered other items. One of our favorite items to order is the Rustic Seafood Stew, so warm and cozy with a variety of seafoods !

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    Hanh H.

    Passed this location many times and finally decided to check it out! It was a nice day, so we sat on the patio. Service was ok. Two people in my group ordered clam chowder plus an entree and they were brought out together. By the time they finished their soup, their entree was cold. The server did offer to remake kitchen remake the Po'boy. We all enjoyed the food. Clam Chowder. Beware, not your typical. It comes with chunks of veggies and clams in the shell. Seafood Stew was hearty and flavorful. Fish and chips. My enjoyed it. Fried Oyster Po'boy. My cousin said it was fried perfectly and loaded. A bit pricey for lunch, but food was good. We will be back.

    Grilled rockfish with couscous
    Claire K.

    Late lunch at the picnic table in the tented area. The food was good: grilled rockfish on a bed of couscous sautéed with zucchini, corn kernels and a bit of arugula. My husband had the fish tacos. Our servers were friendly, cheerful and attentive. My objection was the way the initial receptionist/greeter treated my husband. She seated the couple in front of us, holding a finger up to my husband to indicate she would be right back. She came back to her station, did not look up and did not acknowledge my husband who was now first in line. She left and a young man replaced her at the reception. By this time, I was standing beside my husband and asking if we could be seated in the tented area. No problem. We were seated. My husband told me he had been ignored by the young lady receptionist. I asked him how he felt about this. He said he felt badly and it was maybe because he looked disabled with his cane. He said some people can feel uncomfortable with disability. A greeter's job is to greet. Please address this with your receptionist. Hog Island is a favorite in San Francisco and at Larkspur Landing. Reception matters.

    Chipotle-Bourbon Grilled Oysters
    Tara M.

    A lovely place for a summer dinner with friends. We came up on a weekday and made it in time for their happy hour! The happy hour menu is small but has great options. Their oysters are delicious but the star for me was the crudo! Everything was very fresh and the service was quick and polite. Can't wait to check out some of the other locations.

    What 3 year old goes in on the mussels and  Clam Chowder?! Would've liked it more thicker vs soup-y, but still made him happy.
    Christine F.

    Not bad! We usually go to the location in SF Embarcadero, but wanted to venture out this time. Was a Saturday afternoon during lunch hour; saw the lot was full and farmers market was going on. At first no one acknowledged me and the kids walking in and wasn't sure if we should seat ourself. Had to ask two different persons what to do to get a seat. A few minutes later I saw the host and she said oh yea we got a table for two adults and 3 lil kiddos! This is a pro (considering in SF you can wait up to half an hour!). Shout out to the chefs, Youssef- quirky guy, and Khephra- loved that she chatted w the kiddos! Sweet folks who were attentive, personable, quick to respond to whatever the boss babies needed! They even brought out slices of oranges since the kiddos were eyeing it in our Old Fashioned cocktails! Happy the food came out quick! Youssef even recommended dessert and brought out the bread pudding - never considered dessert but he knew this would make the boss babies happy (couldn't take a pic, was gone in seconds!). Overall, Hog Island is your go to for personable service, oysters, and the bread pudding *drool* .* Satisfied with the outdoor seating situation and how quick the drinks and cocktails came out. Can't wait for if and when we can get a closer location and hope to get this same type of hospitality.

    James G.

    Stopped by Hog Island since it was close to the hotel where I was staying. The restaurant was busy, but we were seated right away. It was cold and rainy, so the outdoor seating area was closed. The inside dining area was nice, though it did feel a little cramped. Our server was friendly and attentive. I started with the clam chowder, which was a bit disappointing. All the components were there, but it just didn't quite come together. The fried Brussels sprouts and fish sandwich, however, were delicious, and the portions were generous. I'm not a huge dessert fan, but when I tried the chocolate chip bread pudding with caramel and whipped cream, I couldn't stop eating it. Overall, I thought Hog Island was good!

    Sheryl M.

    This place was busy, which made it very loud. Our server was hustling!! We ordered the fish tacos. One was a bit tough and the other was fine. The slaw that came on top of the taco was able to mask the toughness of the first taco I had. Cute, busy spot on the water with plenty of parking.

    Rustic Seafood Stew
    Megan W.

    After a hike, I decided to stop by here since I usually go to the Ferry Building location. I always order the Rustic Seafood Stew ($34) and Grilled Oysters (4 for $18). I'm such a sucker for their seafood stew.. it's hearty, nourishing, and super comforting after a long day. The slice of Acme bread on the side really tops it all off. The grilled oysters were also yummy, especially loved the flavors of the Chipotle Bourbon and Calabrian Chili. l

    Rustic Seafood Stew
    Bella D.

    My waiter was amazing! Highly recommend the grilled Oyster mix I had the chance to try all flavors! My favorite was the calabrian chili garlic oil & the nori miso butter! Chipotle was good but not as good as the other two. Try all ! It's delicious . This is a good date night option, will it break the bank ?yes but it was HELLA GOOD ! It was worth every penny!

    Cod Fish Tacos
    Ruth R.

    I always go to hog island and get their Calabrian chili oysters and will recommend it to anyone! I have also tried their fish tacos which taste great. The only thing I would say is that this last time I went I tried their clam chowder and was not a fan at all. I am used to a thicker form, their clam chowder was watery milk with potatoes, clams etc... it came with no bread either (I think if you wanted bread you need to pay an extra $2-$3) you will NOT get full with this dish either so for the price I think it should include even a small side of bread. There was an okay amount of clams. (1/5 rating for the chowder). Overall the many times I have gone to this place I almost always say it's worth it I just 100% do not recommend the chowders The service is always great as well as the whole vibe of the place.

    Seafood chowder
    David H.

    If you love fresh oysters pulled right out of the bay- sustainably from the source; clam chowder, shrimp & Tomales Bay Mussels-Hog Island is your go-to & I say that from the bottom of my heart & stomach! Busy w/good service & worth a visit! As an aside check out their website for some memorable history to add tonight he flavor that is this remarkable company & history: "Strong backs and weak minds" was our early motto in July of 1983 when we planted our first oyster seed in Tomales Bay, CA. We started with a five-acre shellfish lease, a handful of spat, and a headful of dreams. Marine biologists by day, oyster farmers by night, and everything else in between just to stay afloat. With partners John Finger and Terry Sawyer at the helm, Hog Island Oyster Co. has grown to become one of the premier producers of certified sustainable shellfish. With 160 acres in Tomales Bay and 90 acres in Humboldt Bay, we harvest and sell over 5 million oysters and Manila clams each year.

    Fish Tacos
    Michell H.

    We had a great experience at Hog Island overall. The seating inside is close quarters but the outdoor seating is spacious. We ordered the oysters and fish tacos -- the oysters were very fresh and definitely the highlight of the meal. The fish tacos were tasty, but they could have used more fish, as the portions felt a bit light compared to the tortillas. The pickled onion was perfect. Everything was good, just not quite perfect. Solid spot for fresh oysters, and we'd come back for those alone. The service was good but not overly impressive-- food and drinks came out quickly.

    Lobster bisque
    Cynthia P.

    Came here for dinner on a Saturday night, and it did not disappoint! Service was incredibly quick, and we were able to get a table immediately. It was a bit rainy, so we sat inside. The vibes were great. This is a def a great place for people to meet up and have a good conversation! We ordered few items to share: Jingleberry shrub: well I didn't share this one haha , but this is a delicious non alcoholic beverage. I told myself no drinking tonight, but I am sure their alcoholic options are good as I seen a lot of people sipping on some. 10/10 Raw oysters: very very good. i really enjoyed the high water oyster the most, but it all tasted fresh. Wish I asked for more lemon though! 9/10 Steamed REI mussels: delicious! a ton of butter as the base. I was super excited for the honey nut squash, but there weren't as much as I thought. the mussels were SO GOOD and the flavoring of everything was great! 10/10 Rustic Seafood Stew: our server recommended this dish to us, and we listened! so happy we went with this dish because it is so so so good! The tomato taste was SO GOOD! we cleared this dish up and left it completely empty. highly recommend people trying! 10/10 Lobster bisque: lots of lobster pieces and super creamy! it was perfect for a cold day out! 9/10 Overall, love love love my experience here. Our total came out to $130, which I would say is worth! I would come back to this location in Larkspur.

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    Ask the Community - Hog Island Larkspur

    What is the corkage?

    Hi there! The first two bottles are $20 each. The next two bottles would be $40 each.

    Are dogs allowed on the outdoor patio?

    Yes, they are! :) Brought a husky there, which they said was totally fine.

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