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Pier 23 Cafe
Pier 23 Cafe is a unique waterfront restaurant specializing in fresh seafood, live music and beautiful views of San Francisco bay. Family owned and operated for over 25 years, Pier 23 Cafe captures the heart and soul of a city obsessed with food. The large bay side patio allows patrons to soak up the California sun while enjoying creative dishes made from fresh, local ingredients. Night time dining in the heated tent is complimented by maritime activity and amazing views of Treasure Island and the Berkeley Hills. Come down and enjoy a true local favorite and experience some real waterfront history.
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155 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 155 reviews
5 stars
(60)
4 stars
(63)
3 stars
(25)
2 stars
(5)
1 star
(2)
Food
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- great for outdoor dining(123)
- scenic view(102)
- great for lunch(72)
- neighborhood gem(57)
- good for groups(53)
- vibrant bar scene(47)
Pier 23 Cafe Reviews List
Review 1 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Checking out Triple D Spot
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Tried out Pier 23 last week while in San Francisco. Learned of the restaurant while watching Diners Drive Ins and Dives. Day we went was chilly but opted to sit outside. It's a good experience and in nicer weather, would certainly have enjoyed more. We had a waitress that had been on the job two days. She was enthusiastic and kind and her co-worker that was training her, was extremely knowledgable and helpful.
Food was not all that impressive. Had the tuna salad sandwich and the shrimp and crab sandwich. Perhaps it was me but the shrimp sandwich, while plentiful, just wasn't very tasty.
Hope others choose to explore themselves. Perhaps they'll have a better food experience!"
Food was not all that impressive. Had the tuna salad sandwich and the shrimp and crab sandwich. Perhaps it was me but the shrimp sandwich, while plentiful, just wasn't very tasty.
Hope others choose to explore themselves. Perhaps they'll have a better food experience!"
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 2 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Dinner on the Bay
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a great dinner at Pier 23. The food was absolutely wonderful and very fairly priced. Couldn't beat the view of the bay while feasting on crab! Servers were very friendly and prompt."
Dined on 5/20/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining
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Review 3 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Don't listen to Guy Fieri...
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We decided to check out Pier 23 for dinner after seeing it on Guy Fieri's "Diners, Drive Ins + Dives". I don't know WHAT we were thinking... but on the show the food looked so good! We ordered fried calamari (average), fish tacos (meh, nothing special), and the crab shrimp sandwich (gross). It looked like some sort of a salad, with shredded 'crab' and tiny shrimp. It was drowning in mayo and the sandwich tasted like lemon. I couldn't take more than two bites -- it was that bad. This would be a great place to go for beers / happy hour. The location is right on the San Francisco Bay and the restaurant has a nice outdoor area. The view is perfect. Just skip it for dinner. Prices are high for not very good bar food."
Dined on 5/17/2013
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Review 4 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
fun on the bay
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This is a casual and lively spot right on the bay. The food was good, though certainly not gourmet. Fish and chips was lightly battered - not too heavy and cooked just right. Crab and shrimp Louie was loaded with seafood, but served just on a bed of head lettuce with a hardboiled egg. A few more veggies would have been nice. Chicken sandwich and burgers were good. Ambience and view are the main reasons to come - lots of fun and a fabulous location on the water."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, scenic view, great for lunch, kid-friendly
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Review 5 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Crab Louie salad is yummy!! If you are there for lunch during the week, give yourself a little extra time, as they get super busy on our gorgeous sunny SF days! Definitely will go back again and again!"
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 6 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Totally funky - a historic gem along the waterfront w a great view. Not too expensive, so good for a large group. Food was totally acceptable - you don't go here for a fine dining experience but rather to enjoy the view, have some good drinks, maybe listen to a live band. Service staff were attentive; the o ut of towners in our group loved it; they walked back along the waterfront afterwards to watch the bay bridge light display."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, scenic view
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Review 7 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great view
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We would come back to Pier 23, but must say that the food was a little hit and miss. While my main courseand all the appetizers we shared at the table were good, several in my party (there were six) thought the food only mediocre including what should be an easy hit for a SF water restaurant such as the Louie Crab/Shrimp salad. In fairness it was the day before Mother's day and was extremely busy!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view
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Review 8 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Enjoy the music
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great setting, music and character."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view, neighborhood gem
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Review 9 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Loved as usual. Food is excellent bartender makes the best Cosmos ever."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch
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Review 10 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good Lunch Spot
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"If you're in the city, but don't want to be around the business of Pier 39, this place is great. Food was good, loved sitting outdoors. Enjoyed it."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch
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Review 11 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Nice to return
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It has been years since I lived in the Bay Area and ate at Pier 23 for special occasions. On a recent visit, I enjoyed treating my family to this tradition. The seafood was excellent. However, the Shrimp & Crab Louie was not as special as it used to be. It was served only on iceberg lettuce (where's the romaine?!). Some of the other treats that had accompanied the Louie (tomato, pickled asparagus, etc.) were missing. On the plus side, my siblings really enjoyed their Shrimp and Crab sandwiches accompanied with delicious seasoned fries and a beautiful mixed green side salad. I was also disappointed that the meal was not automatically accompanied with sour dough. Ordered separately and it was chewy and full of flavor - perfect."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, scenic view, late-night find, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 12 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Really ! FORCED to write a review
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had planned a brunch for some friends and was expecting the same great service I have had here before when I was here on ST Patty's day but that did not happen. Throughly disappointed and will not be back MUCH better brunch spots in SOMA/Embarcadero area. The Crab Sandwich is a good deal though but the crab was just soso at best. I usually let ok service slide BUT we spent 50.00 per person(would have spent more if they asked if we wanted drinks or refilled ) and the Group's opinion was service was bad. Food did not arrive/spaced correctly."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 13 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Find!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Recommended by a friend for a place to take my visitor from out of town and we both enjoyed the eperience. We both had clam chowder, which was very good and I had the shrimp/crab sandwich. I look forward to returning on a nice-weather day so I can sit outside."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, scenic view, special occasion
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Review 14 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Warm greeting and wonderful seafood
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We were so impressed by the warm reception and speedy seating during a peak time. The view is fantastic and the food was excellent quality."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view
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Review 15 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Warm greeting at the door and friendly staff!"
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view
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Review 16 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went on a night that was particularly warm and great for outdoor dining. I don't think the restaurant was prepared for the good weather and seemed short staffed, so our service wasn't the best. Also not the best place to bring children if you would be offended by the large photo of the naked butts of several women lined up at a split rail fence. They also have that photo as a gift postcard."
Dined on 4/29/2013
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Review 17 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The crab and shrimp on sour
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The crab and shrimp on sour dough was awesome, so were the bloody marys."
Dined on 04/16/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 18 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A must go
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great experience, super Jazz and good overall experience within a very reasonable budget,"
Dined on 04/19/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, scenic view
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Review 19 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great Views of the Bay!
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went on a Friday night and the place was packed. Our family enjoyed a beautiful evening outside on their patio. The service was good and we got our food fairly quickly. We ordered the fish tacos, fish and chips, and crab and shrimp sandwich. Everything tasted good, except the crab and shrimp sandwich which was kind of bland. We added the sauce from the fish tacos to give the sandwich more flavor. Other than that, we thought everything else was good."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2004
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, scenic view
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Review 20 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
How much better can it get?
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Pier 23 just gets better and better! Say bye bye to the ahole bikers who clogged up the front, now it's got huge cred and with even more outside space to enjoy the view it's awesome.
The past few years the food has been outstanding and on this trip it held up to that word, outstanding. Steak sandwich was killer, prawn quesa was perfect, fish tacos outta this world, bean dip? Killer. Whoever you have now in the kitchen is a keeper!
Our server (young dude) was on it! Always there when we needed him and even on a crowded lunch beautiful day we barely had to wait for our drinks that were made exactly how we asked for them."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2001
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 21 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We really enjoyed a wonderful
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We really enjoyed a wonderful sunny day on the back deck. Bloody Mary, Mussels, and Fish & Chips were perfect!"
Dined on 04/18/2013
2004
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 22 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Heaven on the Embarcadero
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Perfect place to enjoy the fabulous SF weather! A work group had an impromptu lunch; fast & friendly service, reasonably priced entrees (and generous portions) & jazz music in the background. What more can you ask? Recommend finishing lunch with a TCHO chocolate shot for dessert (located a couple of doors up from Pier 23)."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2000
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 23 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Pier 23 still rocks it!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Simply awesome. Not for anyone on a diet! And, when the America's Cup gets going, this is place is either going to be an amazing place to be...if you can get in!"
Dined on 04/17/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 24 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Our waitress was perfect!
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our waitress was perfect!
We ordered Bloody Mary cocktails they tasted like soap. Yuck!
Mussels & clams appetizer was quite tasty except 30% of shells were empty!!
My seared ahi sandwich was delicious
My sons crab & shrimp sandwich was very good
My husbands fish tacos had zero taste he did not like them at all
My sons girlfriends chicken Cesar salad was terribly over dressed and romaine lettuce was wilted.
It was a 50% memorable experience I'm sad to say."
We ordered Bloody Mary cocktails they tasted like soap. Yuck!
Mussels & clams appetizer was quite tasty except 30% of shells were empty!!
My seared ahi sandwich was delicious
My sons crab & shrimp sandwich was very good
My husbands fish tacos had zero taste he did not like them at all
My sons girlfriends chicken Cesar salad was terribly over dressed and romaine lettuce was wilted.
It was a 50% memorable experience I'm sad to say."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2011
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Review 25 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A great place to eat when
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A great place to eat when on the embarcadero."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 26 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
As usual, a wonderful day
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"As usual, a wonderful day on the Bay and charming waiter. Loved the crab louie and glasses of bubbly...."
Dined on 04/11/2013
2004
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 27 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Crab and shrimp sandwich was
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Crab and shrimp sandwich was okay, very plain. Took a while to get our food. Not many vegetarian options. Funky place; would be great on a sunny day but was kind of cold on a foggy evening."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, scenic view
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Review 28 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always a hit with our visiting
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Always a hit with our visiting friends and family. So proud to share this SF icon with others. Thank you Pier 23 you always make us heroes!"
Dined on 04/15/2013
2005
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Review 29 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Pier23Cafe never disappoints
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Pier23Cafe never disappoints - our vists are always a treat. We are treated warmly - waite staff very friendly and knowledgeable - food is outstanding - lots of choices and variety in the menu selection.
The bonus - great views of the bay!"
The bonus - great views of the bay!"
Dined on 04/10/2013
2003
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 30 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
overall an outstanding meal,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"overall an outstanding meal, clam chowder was some of the best we ever had."
Dined on 04/07/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 31 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A place to return to...
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A great place to take guests without mortgaging your Bentley. A fun place too, with four (+) distinct mini-venues right on the water: bar (with music, check ahead), bar seating with food, covered patio, open patio, and stand up outside bar annex all functioning together perfectly. I have been going here for decades and always enjoy it. You can't create this atmosphere. A locale on the waterfront either has it or it doesn't. Pier 23 has it. Unique."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 32 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Plain Food With a Great View
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Nice outdoors on a sunny day, but food is very ordinary (crab and shrimp sandwich nothing to write home about)."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2010
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view
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Review 33 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had a marvelous time.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a marvelous time. the restaurant was just what we expected.
Dawna"
Dawna"
Dined on 03/31/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion, scenic view
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Review 34 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The service was excellent.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The service was excellent. Our server was very friendly. It was our first time going there but it was an awesome experience. And the food is to die for. Just fresh and yummy. I'd come back again definitely."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 35 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great all around! Excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great all around! Excellent calamari and tacos, sliders and fries were awesome!! So far all food tasted has been great!! Our waiter was friendly, and made great suggestions."
Dined on 03/25/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 36 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service was all but non existent.
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Service was all but non existent. $32 for a single roasted crab is a crime. The acrid, lukewarm sauce served with it was atrocious. The burger slider was overly charred and the crab/shrimp Louise salad was wilted and browned with lukewarm crab, not cold at all. Would not reccomend or return"
Dined on 03/23/2013
2011
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Review 37 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great little place. Authentic
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great little place. Authentic waterfront restaurant and not too touristy. Could've eaten the bread dipped in the cioppino sauce all night!"
Dined on 03/21/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 38 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We liked everything about
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We liked everything about our experience BUT I was disappointed the eggs benedict was not on the brunch menu. I had seen the sample brunch menu and was looking forward to this dish. BUMMER, but the rest was good."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2010
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Review 39 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
the crab and shrimp salad
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"the crab and shrimp salad was wonderful as always. To my disappointment, the ceviche no longer on the menu. Instead a green papaya beef salad which was okay, but not fanastic like the ceviche. We love Pier 23."
Dined on 03/20/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 40 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Wonderful views of bay on a sunny day!"
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 41 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The Best fish and chips I
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The Best fish and chips I have ever had."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2012
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 42 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
great seafood; well worth the $$$
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"this place is AWESOME for seafood - expensive... but AWESOME -
the following dishes were A-ONE:
butter lettuce salad $14!!!! so it had better be great - and it was; not your typical salad - huge portion (3 of us shared), tons of watermelon radish slices and ripe mango; YUM dressing
cajun peel/eat shrimp $15 when you get at least 15 shrimp, perfectly cooked and deliciously spiced, that takes you back to NOLA, along with fries... well worth it
oysters $2.5 each; nothing special here - move along
fish tacos $15 3 tacos, perfectly cooked snapper, delicious sauces - great
tuna sandy $14.5 another home run; recommended by server - lived up to her hype
fish and chips - $14.5 subbed sweet tater fries"
the following dishes were A-ONE:
butter lettuce salad $14!!!! so it had better be great - and it was; not your typical salad - huge portion (3 of us shared), tons of watermelon radish slices and ripe mango; YUM dressing
cajun peel/eat shrimp $15 when you get at least 15 shrimp, perfectly cooked and deliciously spiced, that takes you back to NOLA, along with fries... well worth it
oysters $2.5 each; nothing special here - move along
fish tacos $15 3 tacos, perfectly cooked snapper, delicious sauces - great
tuna sandy $14.5 another home run; recommended by server - lived up to her hype
fish and chips - $14.5 subbed sweet tater fries"
Dined on 03/17/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 43 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Saw this restaurant on Food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Saw this restaurant on Food Network. It's now our favorite place on SF visits. Fish tacos great as well as cioppino. Ordered flowers ahead of time and had them waiting for us on our first visit for anniversary. Staff very helpful."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2012
Special Features: great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion
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Review 44 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food and service. Good
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great food and service. Good price for the location, good portions of food per order."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion
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Review 45 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ate outside with beautiful
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Ate outside with beautiful view. Crab sandwich was delicious and huge! Share it with a friend."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 46 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The food was very good, service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was very good, service is extremely slow. Stopped in for lunch with a hour to spare sadly it took an hour and half. other tables were served, party of 4 and another table of 3, eventhough we had ordered before them with only two people at our table. French fries were crisp but the seasoning was bland and only created a mess on the fingers. It would be better to leave them plane or use a different seasoning that has taste."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2011
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Review 47 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A fun, good feel place! Our
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A fun, good feel place! Our lunch was excellent."
Dined on 03/11/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 48 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Whole Crab Roasted & Great Sauce
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent Whole Crab Roasted in the Oven. Best we've ever had and an excellent salad with cumin vinegarette, greens and mango. Wine list was adequate and very reasonable prices. Oil cloth tablecloth and plastic chairs but part of the fun ambiance. Affordable, great value, great wait staff and nice people all around. We will be back and will bring our friends."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2003
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 49 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Fond memories and good experiences
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Fond memories and good experiences are made in this place. The service staff are friendly and the food and drinks are very good. Music is excellent."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2011
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, late-night find, romantic, scenic view
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Review 50 for Pier 23 Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Pier 23 never disappoints
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Pier 23 never disappoints - from the moment you walk in to the moment you leave, you are welcomed - and thanked - it's always enjoyable and always new culintary treats await you.
If you haven't tried Pier 23 Cafe yet, you are missing out - friendly and always delicious."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2003
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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