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Anchor and Hope Reviews List

Anchor and Hope

From the owners of Town Hall and Salt House comes Anchor & Hope Restaurant, an oyster bar and fish house located at 83 Minna Street. Housed in a renovated, 100 year old brick building, formerly the studio of sculptor Benny Bufano, Anchor & Hope offers the warmth of an Eastern Seaboard fish house with dishes such as warm sea urchin served in the shell, our lobster roll, and petrale sole…and yes, there are dishes for those who fear the sea.
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232 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4 / 5
(232 Reviews)
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Rating Breakdown 232 reviews
5 stars
(68)
4 stars
(119)
3 stars
(34)
2 stars
(8)
1 star
(3)
Food 
4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4 / 5
Service 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Ambiance 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Noise Level
2.6 / 3
Energetic
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  • fit for foodies(119)
  • neighborhood gem(74)
  • hot spot(59)
  • good for groups(57)
  • great for lunch(55)
  • special occasion(39)
Anchor and Hope Reviews List
Review 1 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/18/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The pork loin I ordered was one of the best preparations of pork I have ever had...the flavor combinations with the white corn and the spices of the chutney were excellent.
However, this being a restaurant known for their seafood, I was unimpressed with the seafood options we order.
Apps
- Ceviche Mixto: Bland and way too much "green tomato gazpacho"...obviously used to cut down on the amount of seafood given
- Baby Octopus and Chorizo Too many white beans and not enough baby octopus and chorizo, also on the bland side
- Mussels: I personally did not have any, but our friend said they were the best he has had
Entree
- Scallops: Overcooked, small in size and not many given. Mussels served with this were not good...wouldn't recommend it.
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Dined on 5/18/2013
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Review 2 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We came, we ate, we loved

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Dined on 5/19/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"My brother and I, both out of towners, we told we just had to try this place. After being turned away the night before, we made reservations for the following Sunday night. We couldn't be happier we did. Everything was delicious. From the extensive beer list down to the homemade potatoe chips served with our appetizers. Highly recommended!!"
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

A wonderful restaurant in the hood

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Dined on 5/18/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I work a block away so it's easy breezy. I recommend to fans coming or going from a game. Each time I've been there my experience is the same ; ) so I have nothing but good to say, except for one thing. A&H's appetizers are overpriced, yet they are yummy and additive and keep me coming back. So they win and I win, but I also loose - ha-ha."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 4 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/18/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food was great but the service was outstanding. Whoever put together the staff should be commended - each and every person we encountered from the time we walked in to the time we left, we received exceptional service. We were the first to arrive just a few minutes before opening time and even when the restaurant filled up, the caliber of service never waivered."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, hot spot
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Review 5 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent seafood & beer spot

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Dined on 5/14/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Brought the HireVue team out after working a long conference, great selection of appetizers to share, excellent food and ambiance. There was lots of good conversation in the restaurant, not enough to be too loud, created a good energy."
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 6 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Mother's Day...

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great place to go with co-workers...when forced to travel on Mother's Day!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 7 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wow!

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Dined on 5/07/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We randomly went to Anchor and Hope after wandering around downtown. I ended up having some of the best fish and chips I've ever had! WOW! Thanks!"
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

It's all about the food

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Dined on 5/01/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The food is great. Just what you want from a seafood restaurant, everything was very fresh and delicious.
The fresh oysters were wonderful, as were all the appetizers and the entrees. I wish they had a more extensive dessert menu. We brought wine, so I didn't take a look at the wine list. I did notice they don't do hard alcohol, which is too bad. They have a great bar space, it'd be nice to have a cocktail before dinner.
The food is why you go here, and it's completely worth it.
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Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 9 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

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Dined on 4/30/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great food and atmosphere for company lunch."
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 10 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

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Dined on 3/15/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Disappointed with the food. Salt House is much better."
Dined on 3/15/2013
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Review 11 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Good food, slow serivce

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Dined on 4/29/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"While the food was very good, the service was extremely slow. Slow to take order, slow water and tea refills, slow to ask us how our food was, slow to bring check and extremely slow to process credit card. We had been done with our food for over 20 minutes before we even got asked if we wanted dessert. And -- it wasn't that busy. It was a Monday lunch.
I'd be willing to try it again, but I'd ask for a different server if I go the same one. Nice enough, but indifferent and SLOW."
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 12 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Delicious

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"If you love sea food this is the place for you. There are some dishes for the non sea food lovers too. Husband's favourite was the Bollywood mussels and house made fries. His favourite dishe with curry sauce. He hardly spoke the whole time, just ate. Grilled Portuguese sardines. Nicely seasoned had with the mixed green salad with English peas. Service was friendly and attentive. All in all. Love this place. Would recommend reserving if going at weekend, do walk ins. Serve at bar if prefer. As we both love sea food this place is now on our favourite list."
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 13 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

This was my second time visiting

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This was my second time visiting Anchor & Hope and I was again very well satisfied. The food is beautifully and simply prepared. There is a clean and simple presentation of every dish. The menu is a bit sparse, but the four main courses I've tasted on my two visits were consistently tasty and enjoyable. Probably the most sinfully good item on the menu is the bacon wrapped oyster appetizers... they are absolutely delicious!"
Dined on 04/25/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 14 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

OPEN-TABLE RESERVATION BUT

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"OPEN-TABLE RESERVATION BUT A VERY FRONT VERY WINDY NOBODY WANT TABLE THEY ASSISTED US
THAT WAS VERY DISAPPOINTED BUT LATER THEY REARRANGED THE BETTER TABLE.
CUSTOMER LIKE US EXPECT MORE THROUGH BOOK WITH OPEN TABLE
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Dined on 04/26/2013
 2011
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Review 15 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Freezing Hot Spot

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Very friendly staff and knowledgable. Noise level was rather high, made it difficult to talk to each other. As for some security reason the front door had to be kept open which resulted in a constant unpleasant current of cold air. The food itself was very good."
Dined on 04/21/2013
 2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 16 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Nice restaurant, best service!

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Nice place, and very good peruvian fusion food.
I would recommend it to visit
Excelent service!
"
Dined on 04/21/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find
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Review 17 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Favorite seafood spot in the

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Favorite seafood spot in the city."
Dined on 04/21/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 18 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Was here several years ago

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Was here several years ago -- food now is even better! The mussels done bollywood style is one of the best dishes I've ever eaten!"
Dined on 04/18/2013
 2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 19 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

The food is way overpriced

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The food is way overpriced for the quality. I ordered whole crab and was told in advance it was not pre-cracked. I really wanted crab so I ordered anyway. For the price I paid, it would have been nice to have it pre-cracked especially when wearing dressy attire. I can go to the Wharf and order crab to go and it will be pre-cracked for a lot cheaper."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2005
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Review 20 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

I enjoyed our dinner. However,

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I enjoyed our dinner. However, where are the points? The reservation was made directly through OpenTable."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 21 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Slow, slower, slowest

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Took a group there on a Thursday night. Had to leave a credit card # to hold the reservation, plus confirm it again prior. When we got there the place was packed and our table was not ready. We watched as they set the table, and then seated ourselves as the hostess seemed quite busy. The service was insanely slow. The food was good, but we waited so long for each course that we were no longer hungry. The noise level was very high, so you could only talk to the person next to you. I would never go back and would strongly recommend against going with a group."
Dined on 04/18/2013
 2005
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Review 22 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

I found the menu limited -

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I found the menu limited - lots of starches, but no vegetable options. The seafood, other than what was raw, was usually fried, breaded, or covered in a sauce. There should be more fresh seafood, but non-raw options. It was loud and there was no liquor - not good for talking and a date. Basically, it was hard to eat Paleo here."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2009
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Review 23 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Really a good restaurant but

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Really a good restaurant but the service was not very attentive."
Dined on 04/10/2013
 2011
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Review 24 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

The waiters were friendly,

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The waiters were friendly, but the kitchen was backed up and it took an inordinate amount of time to get our main course. No one came over to explain or apologize for the delay between courses. It also seemed that the wait staff was running around without much direction."
Dined on 04/10/2013
 2006
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 25 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Really good food, but as a

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Really good food, but as a warning not the best for a business lunch - very loud inside."
Dined on 04/09/2013
 2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 26 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

All aboard Anchor and Hope

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Intelligent wine and beer menu accompanying a well prepared fun seafood menu. Deep fried bacon wrapped oysters sounded like a tragedy but with the assurance from the staff we tried them. Outstanding. The oyster was very well respected and the bacon didn't over power. Found that touch to be present with everything we tried."
Dined on 04/07/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch
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Review 27 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The catalan mussels were to

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The catalan mussels were to so delicious! I'm already craving them again.
Food took a long time to come out though so that was frustrating."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2011
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Review 28 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Good seafood - great oysters

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Good seafood - great oysters & the dorade was de-boned & wonderful!!!!"
Dined on 04/05/2013
 2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 29 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

This restaurant offers an

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This restaurant offers an European dining experience.....great food in small portions and slow but attentive service. If you know all of this before going in, you will not be disappointed."
Dined on 03/20/2013
 2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 30 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent, eclectic beer options

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Excellent, eclectic beer options and friendly, knowledgeable bartender"
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2010
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Review 31 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great seafood here, fun casual

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great seafood here, fun casual atmosphere and friendly servers. I like it very much. It can get cold because of the high ceilings of a former warehouse space, so wear warm shoes and some layers! My out of town guests loved the oysters."
Dined on 03/29/2013
 2001
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 32 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I was really happy with the

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I was really happy with the quality of every single dish. Each was tasty, a bit surprising (in a good way) and more delicious than I expected. Extremely fine seafood experience."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 33 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

lobster roll was bland coleslaw

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"lobster roll was bland
coleslaw was filled w/ too much onion
urchin was delicious!
salmon tartar was delicious and plentiful!
linguini was very salty
peas and mushrooms were delicious!
banana wafer desert was amazing!
chardonnay was yummy!
I'll be back, but more choosey w/ my orders. really cool vibe and building. loved it!"
Dined on 03/28/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 34 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great find for unique foods!

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Came here on a recommendation from my sister. It was definitely a great recommendation. All the food we had had such a great flavours twist! Great flavours combinations that were very much unique. Must try the scallops and the dessert! The clam chowder was only ok, the calamari a bit above average and the lobster roll was quite good but the scallops and desserts...AMAZING! The waitress was nice throughout and service was generally good."
Dined on 03/28/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 35 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

A modern style restaurant

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"A modern style restaurant in a warehouse setting. Incredible beer offerings. Rather expensive for everything. Limited menu. My dish,(basically fish and chips for $25) was too salty. Everyone else enjoyed their food. Portions were small. Desserts were good. Waiter was the best part. Helpful and entertaining. Felt very hip, but you have to be prepared to part with a lot of money for the experience."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 36 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Love this place - great oysters,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Love this place - great oysters, shrimp, i had yellowtail this time - its perfectly cooked and presented well. Service was great and friendly. Highly recommend Anchor and Hope."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2004
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Review 37 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Favorite spot for Seafood lovers!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"As soon as we walked in, the woman in the front of the house was warm, funny and quick. The ambiance was energetic for a Thursday night with lots of groups as well as couples.A great place to come after work or for a special meeting place.We ate all the appetizers and split them between the 5 of us in our party. The oysters were superb as well as the mussels. Our waitress was fun and helpful all night. It was a birthday dinner and we had a blast- we would highly recommend this fun spot."
Dined on 03/21/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 38 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Always wanted to try this

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Always wanted to try this restaurant since I love seafood. I was impressed. Certainly better than most places at Fisherman's Wharf. I had the Lobster roll and it was truly delicious. Will definitely return."
Dined on 03/17/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 39 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Food just average, can't say

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Food just average, can't say it was anything special. Cool place to go, but no up to expectation in terms of food. Server was super friendly but the service wasn't great."
Dined on 03/19/2013
 2011
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Review 40 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
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Review 41 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 42 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food was great, except for

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Food was great, except for the coleslaw. It had an unbearably strong raw onion flavor. I would like to return, except that it's too expensive for what you get. I was barely full after appetizer and entree. Not a good value."
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 43 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great food, great staff, great

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great food, great staff, great scene. First time and will definitely go back again!"
Dined on 03/14/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 44 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Creative, healthy food and

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Creative, healthy food and a great place to discuss business. I would have never known about this place if it wasn't for Open Table and I am glad I found it.
The staff was great."
Dined on 03/12/2013
 2007
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 45 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Tried the green garlic & potato

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Tried the green garlic & potato soup - yummy!
The blackened shrimp & calamari sandwich - the pineapple salsa didn't seem to meld, and the lives in the salad were uber salty.
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Dined on 03/12/2013
 2002
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 46 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Stylish SF eatery with good

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Stylish SF eatery with good but not great food. Small but interesting wine list. There are better places."
Dined on 03/11/2013
 2008
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Review 47 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Service was horrible. Asked

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Service was horrible. Asked waiter for a basic, plain, grilled white fish and he let me order a fish that had the head, skin, tail, etc. I left the fish untouched on my table the entire meal, but the waiter never knew because we never saw him again until after all the plates were already removed. Nobody from the restaurant came to the table and asked why the meal was not eaten. Clearly, the restaurant does not care about customer satisfaction. I will never come back. There are so many good restaurants in SF that you should not waste your time at Anchor and Hope."
Dined on 03/05/2013
 2004
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Review 48 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Worth trying.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Mussel appetizers were outstanding. Of two fish dishes, crab was excellent; yellowtail was over-cooked and on the dry side. Overall a great restaurant with very personable yet non-intrusive staff. Will try again. Next time, though, I'll try a whole fish to see if the cook it a bit better. Too full for the dessert, though espresso was excellent."
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 49 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

OK, not great

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
"Lovely decor and solid menu, just wasn't blown away by our meal. We had the lobster roll, which they said was their specialty, but I've had better for half the price."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 50 for Anchor and Hope
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Service was polite, but seemed

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Service was polite, but seemed to be "lunch rush" (we weren't asked if we had questions, just if we were ready to order, etc). Food was fine, but not amazing. Lobster roll didn't have much of a lobster taste, and was mostly smaller pieces, as opposed to thick, buttery pieces. It's a fine place for a work lunch, but I wouldn't try it for dinner."
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2011
Special Features: good for groups, great for lunch
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