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    Waterfall

    4.5 (191 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 8:00 PM

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    Wendi K.

    This is a small spot that makes delicious, fresh ceviche and tacos. My favorites were the Mango Ceviche ($19) and the Baja Fish Taco ($7). I was stuffed after just one taco! The complimentary chips and aioli dip are also nice. The portions are massive! The staff are very attentive and they even let us bring a cake inside :) The interior is festive and fun.

    Mint mojito

    Service was amazing. Very attentive staff. The food was delicious and very quickly served. The environment has always been great with awesome music. The mojitos were very delicious. The bartender was super friendly and the second round of mojitos were more delicious than the first. Highly recommend this place.

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    Andrea A.

    This place is a hidden gem! The restaurant is small, spotless, and welcoming. I loved the diverse selection of ceviches and aguachiles, and they also offer a great variety of micheladas, which are absolutely HUGE! I tried the coconut ceviche and the mango habanero aguachile, and both were incredibly flavorful with the perfect level of spice. The octopus in the coconut ceviche was exceptionally tender, honestly some of the best I've ever had in a ceviche. One thing to keep in mind is that service can be a little slow during the weekdays since business tends to be quieter, but the staff is friendly and the food is definitely worth the wait. I highly recommend giving this place a try. Just be prepared for parking since it can be a bit of a nightmare. It's well worth the effort!

    Kevin L.

    Perfect for a late lunch on a hot day, yelling over the music about the crema and chips you're greeted with as soon as you order. We split a mix ceviche, with plenty of fresh octopus and shrimp, could-be-riper mango, and the chile de arbol heat was just right. I wish I knew what the darker squiggles of sauce were, but everything was acidic and tasty mopped up with the tortilla chips. A pigeon flapped in right as the place filled up, and thankfully before it panicked too hard into the glass windows, a handy gay firmly clasped it by the wings and took it outside. Scattered applause, woo. Aguachile and/or that guac next time around, and the neon shrimp cowboy & the papel picado explosion overhead add quite a vibe.

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    Michael A.

    I really enjoy coming to this place! It's located right outside of SF General, and the ambiance both (inside & outside) are great. If you're looking for a sweeter michelada, I highly recommend the mango chela. The tuna ceviche was also great. It had a refreshing taste, and was filling. If you're looking for a place to unwind with coworkers, friends, or your spouse, I highly suggest Waterfall. Service is also very attentive, and they have two big TVs if you're looking to catch the game.

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    Anthony H.

    The ceviche here is the best I've had! Everything we ordered was amazing and the massive michelada with shrimp was so good and like a meal. The vibe is super cute definitely a great date spot! Service was fast and friendly. Highly recommend this place.

    Kelly H.

    This spot is soooo adorable and the ceviche is amazing!!! We got the Chan Chan Ceviche and added scallops, verde aguachiles, and waterfall michelada special. Everything was delicious and amazing. The michelada was HUGE, you could split it between 2-4 people! The ambiance here was beautiful and colorful, and it was a great vibe. The staff were very nice and friendly.

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    Melissa M.

    As a walk in party of 10, we really appreciated the flexibility of the staff to accommodate us! We came on a Sunday afternoon and were able to get seated right away. They immediately took our drink orders and then food. The drinks and food took a bit longer than expected to come out but thats okay because when they did come, it was all worth it. Outside of Mexico, this is the BEST seafood restaurant in the Bay. The flavors are so authentic and high in quality we were blown away. The dishes were all nice and meaty, served at a phenomenal price point. The miches are also massive here, I'm talking the size of your head! I am so happy to have found and loved a place with so much soul and great food.

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    Jad A.

    Went there for the first time today! They had 7 or 8 types of ceviches, multiple options of tacos, many sides a good selection of drinks. Their ceviche traditional mixto was delicious, and very fresh. Their tacos are good but I preferred the ceviche. The staff was extremely Friendly. The indoor space is beautiful decorated too, they had fun music (maybe a little too loud for lunch time, but it was fine).

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    Josie T.

    The food was amazing exceeded my expectations. The server was very attentive and the place was so cozy. I loved the music too. I will be back again.

    Words can't describe this wonderful gem of seafood!! Everything from the staff to the food is really delicious. The atmosphere is really good! Music is always on point. Overall I'd give it a 10/10.

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    Maya K.

    Love it! This is the second time I've tried this spot and the ceviches are very good. If you're craving a michelada or ceviche, this is the spot! We tried the triple aguachile plate and our favs were the mango habanero and green. Service was good the second time and the food is always good. Recommend to try!

    Linda N.

    I really wanted a michelada and this place seems to specialize in it so done deal. Came here on a Friday and it wasn't too packed, was seated right away. Since we were here, we decided to snack on something small too. I like ceviche but came for the michelada and booom! Would you look at that, they have a dish called Cevichelada, sold. Fresh ingredients, great drink, friendly service.

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    Does Waterfall have outdoor dining?

    It didnt when i was there a couple weeks ago.. They have a counter and a small lounge type/waiting area that we had cevicheladas while they prepared our food... Dont let no outdoor seating stop you from trying this place!!!

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    We ate at Scoma's **three times during our 11-day San Francisco vacation**, which probably says…read moremore than anything else about how much we enjoyed it. I had the clam chowder twice, and it was just perfect--creamy, with lots of clams and potatoes. And then there is the **Boudin sourdough bread**, with that wonderful, distinctive "sour" flavor that seems to be missing from so many sourdough breads these days. One evening, we shared the **Mixed Seafood Grill**, which was amazing: wild-caught shrimp and three kinds of fresh fish--black cod, halibut, and salmon--served with salad and fresh vegetables. We started with the organic beet salad, with both red and gold beets. On another visit, I had the **Dungeness crab cake appetizer with a bowl of clam chowder**, which made a delicious and surprisingly hearty dinner. I was lucky enough to have **Tom as our waiter twice**, and he won my heart with a small act of kindness. At the end of dinner, I asked if he could wrap up my two remaining pieces of sourdough bread. When I opened the package later, I discovered he had tucked in a few extra pieces for me. I brought them home and was able to enjoy a little taste of San Francisco for several more days. Thank you, Tom! I also love that Scoma's hasn't tried to turn itself into another sleek, modern restaurant. The **old-school, vintage 1960s-1970s atmosphere** is part of its charm: waiters in white jackets, dark wood paneling, brown leather or vinyl seating, brass details, warm amber-glass lighting, wrought-iron dividers, and crisp white tablecloths. Walking into Scoma's feels a little like stepping back in time. For me, it was even more special because it brought back memories of **California days with my family when I was growing up**. Wonderful seafood, warm hospitality, sourdough that actually tastes sour, and an atmosphere with a real sense of history. There is a reason we came back three times.

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