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Since 1977, diners have been coming to this nautical-themed eatery for fresh fish & shellfish.
Hours
| Friday | 2–8 PM |
| Saturday | 2–8 PM |
| Sunday | 2–8 PM |
| Monday | 2–8 PM |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 2–8 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 579 Castro St, San Francisco, CA 94114
Phone: (415) 431-3990
Website: http://www.anchoroysterbar.com/
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Reviews
Ariel Servin
We visited on a weekend evening and waited over an hour, as they do not take reservations and the space is small. It is a popular spot and still worth trying, though a less busy night may be more enjoyable. We ordered the Caesar salad and the large cioppino. The Caesar was a generous portion for two and overall good, though the dressing was lighter than expected. The croutons were excellent and easily the standout of the salad. The large cioppino was the highlight. The broth looked tomato based but leaned more toward spiced flavors than tomato. It was filled with crab, crab legs, shrimp, fish, clams, and mussels, all well prepared, and bibs were provided since it can get messy. Overall, Anchor Oyster Bar is worth a visit, especially if you can go on a quieter night to avoid the long wait.
… moreTristen Hill
Went at 2:15 on a Saturday afternoon. No wait when we showed up, but a line up formed around 2:30.
The food was unbelievable. Had a dozen oysters and the full size cioppino. The cioppino was outstanding, very large dish my wife and split. Absolutely worth the hype and any wait a person chooses to do.
The service was great, super friendly. We brought a bottle of champagne for corkage, and some places are miffed when you bring a bottle in, they were happy and very accommodating and brought an ice bucket to place it in.
Short review is definitely recommended.
… moreThe food was unbelievable. Had a dozen oysters and the full size cioppino. The cioppino was outstanding, very large dish my wife and split. Absolutely worth the hype and any wait a person chooses to do.
The service was great, super friendly. We brought a bottle of champagne for corkage, and some places are miffed when you bring a bottle in, they were happy and very accommodating and brought an ice bucket to place it in.
Short review is definitely recommended.
Korin Sanda
10/10 would recommend and return! Every dish was delicious, service was superb and atmosphere clean and quaint. I recommend arriving early to find parking and to put your name on the list posted outside the front door
… moreLesley Hazleton
My daughter and I were visiting San Francisco for a museum exhibit and wanted fresh oysters. We found the Anchor Oyster Bar and had an amazing meal. We had to wait for a seat for over an hour, but the way they work their list means everyone on it gets served. It was chilly out and they brought us small cups of an amazing seafood chowder. We had oysters, crab cakes, more chowder, and garlic bread with a bottle of wine. Everything was fantastic. The oysters were fresh and so delicious that we had a second round. The crab cakes were all crab with just a dusting of panko to crisp them up. The chowder is full of seafood and absolutely wonderful. I also won’t forget the amazing service. They were swamped and the waitress took the time to explain their waitlist system. While we waited, she kept checking on us and brought us chowder. Once we were seated at the bar, our waitress did a great job, making sure we had what we needed and asking what else we needed even after their closing time passed. Plus the waitress that brought us the chowder kept checking on us too. The place is crowded due to great seafood and impeccible customer service. This will be a go to place for us when we visit.
… moreDiane Del Guercio
Best cioppino and garlic bread I’ve ever had. Everything we had here (oysters, mussels, panzanella, cioppino) was super fresh and delicious. I would definitely come here again. The service was great. the only down side is that there are no reservations so you might have to wait awhile for a table. It was worth the wait though.
… moreJonathan Koh
So. Good. We started with crab cake which was jam packed with crab meant and the best combination of crispy and crumbly. Was so hard to stop myself midway just to take this photo. And then the seafood cioppino!!! It looked so good, smelled so good and tasted so goo. I didnt even bother with my phone so no photos sadly haha
… moreJill B
Best seafood spot in the Castro. Wait times are worth it. Cioppino is a must have: assortment of fresh seafood in a deep, rich tomato broth with fresh herbs.
… moreDaniel Davids
This place is a gem. Everything is great but the cioppino is on another level. It’s loaded with perfectly cooked seafood including crab, shrimp, fish, clams and mussels. The broth is so flavorful and well balanced. The small portion is easily shareable for 2 people. Only a small number of tables and no reservations so come midweek to avoid the wait – although it’s worth the wait.
… moreOlivia Gutierrez
We got there around 6:15P on a Thursday, there was a small line but you just write your name on the white board and hang out until you’re called. It wasn’t a terribly long wait time considering the restaurant is very small. Everything we ordered was so well seasoned and fresh. I had a hankering for cioppino and it did not disappoint. It was a bit more herb forward that I was used to but it was delicious nonetheless! Also no pasta in the cioppino – as it should be!
… moreJoseph Richardson
I used to live around the corner from here and it was one of the best spots in the Castro to snag a tasty lunch or dinner when you were in the mood for some great seafood.
Always check the specials just in case, but you can never go wrong with any of the fresh seafood dishes, the chowder, or the lump crab items.
Counter seating makes going by yourself a quick lil treat as well. There can definitely be a wait time, but sign up and browse some nearby shops.
It’s one of the spots I miss the most, since I moved out of that flat. I still love to go when I’m in the area, but that is far less often now..
… moreAlways check the specials just in case, but you can never go wrong with any of the fresh seafood dishes, the chowder, or the lump crab items.
Counter seating makes going by yourself a quick lil treat as well. There can definitely be a wait time, but sign up and browse some nearby shops.
It’s one of the spots I miss the most, since I moved out of that flat. I still love to go when I’m in the area, but that is far less often now..