Franciscan Crab Restaurant in San Francisco: photos, reviews, menu

About

At the heart of San Francisco's iconic Fisherman's Wharf lies the Franciscan Crab Restaurant, a veteran seafood specialist renowned for its exquisite crab dishes. With its fashionable yet cozy atmosphere, it's a favorite among tourists and locals alike, perfect for a family dinner, catching up with friends, or enjoying a solo meal.

Admire lovely views as you indulge in small plates or a full meal, whether it's brunch, lunch, or dinner. The nautical decor adds to the intimately casual setting, making it an inviting spot for all occasions. Delight in a range of seafood offerings paired with expertly crafted cocktails, wines, or a simple cup of coffee.

Excellent service complements the flavorful menu, and while it's advisable to make reservations to secure a spot, the option for takeaway and outdoor seating ensures flexibility. Despite its upscale pricing, the dining experience promises value, from healthy options to late-night bites. If you're looking for an effortlessly elegant seafood dining adventure, this is the place to be.

Price

$$$$

Meals

Branch, Lunch, Dinner

Cuisines

Seafood

Services

Takeaway, Reservations available, Outdoor seating, Dine-in, Reservations recommended

Dietary options

Healthy options

Offering

Serving alcohol, Serving desserts, Small plates, Late-night food, Serving cocktails, Serving beer, Serving wine, Serving coffee

4.1

based on 14,244 reviews

Google

4.2/5 5,192 reviews

Facebook

4.0/5 9,052 reviews

Tania Jimene

Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Excelent service and food omg 😱 10/10, the view that's a + to make it the best crab restaurant.

seamus mc mahon

Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Excellent food. If ur down there and fancy some crab this is definitely the spot 🦀 🦀🦀🦀

Stewart Brodie

Food: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Lovely views to go with the delicious food. The crab cakes were lovely and the crab melt sandwiches were tasty too .The staff were great. Edited September 2025: The other crab sandwich was also nice. In 2024, I had trouble paying as their systems seemed to have immense trouble with chip and pin cards like all British and EU visitors have. I'm delighted to say that the payment issue has now been fixed - I was able to just tap my UK MasterCard.

What is the address of Franciscan Crab Restaurant?
Franciscan Crab Restaurant is located at Pier 43 1/2, 43 1/2 The Embarcadero, 94133, San Francisco, Fisherman's Wharf, USA.
How to get here by public transport?
The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
- Transit station Jefferson St & Powell St (122 m walk)
- Bus stop Powell St & Beach St (221 m walk)
- Bus stop North Point St & Mason St (298 m walk)
- Transit station Beach & Mason (189 m walk)
How is Franciscan Crab Restaurant rated by visitors?
Franciscan Crab Restaurant has an average rating of 4.1 based on 14,244 reviews across platforms such as Google, Facebook.
Does the venue have outdoor seating?
Yes, outdoor seating is available, making it ideal during warm weather.

Franciscan Crab Restaurant in San Francisco