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The Old Clam House
It's the oldest restaurant in San Francisco and the newly-completed historical renovation has brought new vitality to the area. The dining rooms are comfortable and the atmosphere is relaxing. Seafood specialties are skillets of mussels, shrimp and crab and clams prepared many different ways. Saturday, Sunday and Holiday brunch.
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101 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 101 reviews
5 stars
(31)
4 stars
(49)
3 stars
(16)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(2)
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(59)
- good for groups(40)
- fit for foodies(31)
- special occasion(30)
- kid-friendly(29)
- great for lunch(27)
The Old Clam House Reviews List
Review 1 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Mother's Day at the Old Clam House
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was my first vist although this is one of the oldest restaurants in San Francisco. The service was good, the food was fresh and the dining experience enjoyable. This is one of those old gems and I am glad I found it.
I had the clams and they were very fresh and delicious. One of my dinner guests had the 1/2 crab and flavor was good but she thought the portion was small. We sampled three desserts: chocolate mousse cake, tiramisu and strawberry cheesecake. The 3 desserts were outstanding, especially the tiramisu."
I had the clams and they were very fresh and delicious. One of my dinner guests had the 1/2 crab and flavor was good but she thought the portion was small. We sampled three desserts: chocolate mousse cake, tiramisu and strawberry cheesecake. The 3 desserts were outstanding, especially the tiramisu."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
good food bad service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"food was tantastic but the host/hostess are terriable... with reservation , we will have to wait for approx. over 30 minutes!
We end up sitting in the bar area(without been asked) and the table was soooo small, there is no way is fit for 4 people.
when I asked the host to change it, his attitude was "you can take this table or have to wait longer"!!
We end up sitting in the bar area(without been asked) and the table was soooo small, there is no way is fit for 4 people.
when I asked the host to change it, his attitude was "you can take this table or have to wait longer"!!
Again, GREAT FOOD BUT BAD SER VCIE!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 3 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Decent Solid hangout
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Went on a Wednesday night and it had a lively dining hall and nicely grill shrimp and mussels at a decent price. Ciopino is another gem and though I would like to see a bit more variety of fish choices besides salmon, halibut and basa, I would visit again just for their fundamentals.
Another downside is the neighborhood is relatively bleak and really nothing else around. Recommend to come for an early dinner/drinks."
Another downside is the neighborhood is relatively bleak and really nothing else around. Recommend to come for an early dinner/drinks."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A new "old gem"
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The new Old Clam House does a great job serving excellent food. The ambience is especially good for groups and the who;e restaurant is certainly a neighborhood gem. The wait staff needs to be more professional. They do a fair job but too many people get involved in serving a party at a location. It would be far better if one waiter served the table and stop all the "extras". When did it become normal to have a series of waiters and busboys service a single station? It doesn't work very well at the Clam House and the place isn't that big that it becomes necessary. Still, I would certainly come back and I plan too do that."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 5 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food had really good flavor
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food had really good flavor and service was outstanding."
Dined on 04/23/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 6 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I am so glad that the Old
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I am so glad that the Old Clam House from my youth has returned. We used to go for a special occasion when i was a kid. the new revamped Clam House is worth multiple trips. We have had several celebrations there.
the food is excellent! the salads are delicious. the fish top notch. a simple dish like fish and chips is made excellent by the light nongreasy batter used in addition to the delicate light fish used.
my shrimp scampi - delicious.
server was yvette - engaging, attentive, great server!"
the food is excellent! the salads are delicious. the fish top notch. a simple dish like fish and chips is made excellent by the light nongreasy batter used in addition to the delicate light fish used.
my shrimp scampi - delicious.
server was yvette - engaging, attentive, great server!"
Dined on 04/21/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 7 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Old SF, a Treat for SV Residents
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"After spotting this historic building with glassed in porch and neatly set tables while doing business in this out of the way light industrial area, our interest was piqued. Months later we decided to visit OCH for lunch on the way to the Asian Museum (coming from Palo Alto). We enjoyed the old SF atmosphere and the lunch. Very fresh mussels are hard to find, but the ones at OCH were the best I have had in years. No off odor or flavor. Our waitress said that mussels are delivered daily. The preparation and garlic butter dip was delicious. Shared a chocolate mousse which was great."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Mun
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very pleased on the first defiantly go again n agin"
Dined on 04/17/2013
2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 9 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Your chowder lacked any sort
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
"Your chowder lacked any sort of creamy quality, it was like potato paste. You don'tchop Caesar lettuce into little bits and add some unknown black ingredient and then,where was the parmesan. My friend liked her mussels but you need some help with yourpresentation. I will not return."
Dined on 04/16/2013
2013
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Review 10 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Time to train your staff
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food at best is mediocre and over-priced. The service was bad. The waitress was polite and pleasant. We ordered salads. Before we could finish them all of our dishes were brought to the table and left there. The result was a dish of cold linguini with clams. I mentioned this to the person who brought the dishes. She didn't care. Just to top off the evening, the waitress dropped a fork covered with tomato sauce in my lap leaving a stain on my shirt. She didn't seem to notice, and I didn't make a fuss. It was Saturday night and the staff seemed more focused on closing the restaurant than serving us. I live in Bernal and have gone to the Clam House off and on for 45 years. I'm off until food and service get better"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2007
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Review 11 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Still great but a little less.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We both order the Cioppino. We were there about two months ago and ordered the same thing. The Cioppino sauce was fantastic and to die for! This time I saved some and brought it home. I will get some fresh clams and shrimp, saute them and then add the sauce and have it for dinner tonight.
However, The sauce.........this time it was a littl too spicy. Both my friend and I thought it was too spicy. Maybe too much hot sauce,the spicyness just wasnt quite right for us.
For desert, we had the lemon torte which was part of the Price Fixe dinner. It came from an Entenmann's box. It wasnt made for them or made there on site."
However, The sauce.........this time it was a littl too spicy. Both my friend and I thought it was too spicy. Maybe too much hot sauce,the spicyness just wasnt quite right for us.
For desert, we had the lemon torte which was part of the Price Fixe dinner. It came from an Entenmann's box. It wasnt made for them or made there on site."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 12 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Enjoyed the sand dabs. Fish
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Enjoyed the sand dabs. Fish pasta dishes tasted yummy, but they were mostly pasta. Would have paid more for more fish. Caesar salad wasn't that good. Desserts were overly sweet."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 13 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
great food seafood or not!!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"always love it been there many times..."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, romantic, hot spot
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Review 14 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food is consistently great,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food is consistently great, and always arrives piping hot.
Our server went above and beyond the call of duty. One of our party arrived a few min. late, and we'd already ordered. She was about to refuse to order, when the server was so kind in insisting she stay. Within minutes, her order was brought out, and our guest was beyond pleased!
Seating on the "slanted" side is a bit awkward, if you have more than 4 people, but they accommodated us wonderfully."
Our server went above and beyond the call of duty. One of our party arrived a few min. late, and we'd already ordered. She was about to refuse to order, when the server was so kind in insisting she stay. Within minutes, her order was brought out, and our guest was beyond pleased!
Seating on the "slanted" side is a bit awkward, if you have more than 4 people, but they accommodated us wonderfully."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 15 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Old San Francisco!
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It had been decades, apparently new owners for the past 2 years. Good base, great service. A few less cherry tomatoes in the dishes and I give another star."
Dined on 04/01/2013
2004
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Review 16 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Clam Chowder and sour
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great Clam Chowder and sour dough bread"
Dined on 03/31/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 17 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best In SF
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This is a fabulous restaurant with the best food ever. I was raised with a lot of Italians, so I know home cooked and their coppino rivals any home made italian. I love this place because the food is great, the prices are reasonable, and it's comfortable casual atmosphere makes it a delightful place to go. It's definately authentic San Francisco and I hope it never changes."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 18 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Excellent seafood dishes...in
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent seafood dishes...in fact, I would not recommend ordering non-seafood dishes from this place. you will be surprised by their newly remodeled interior and there's always immediate seating becasue of its location.
Similar menu compared to their sister restaurant Crab House at Pier 39...."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2004
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
SF Old Clam House
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great experience and great food. Our group of seven were more than satisfied and look forward to returning soon."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 20 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
We got there on a Thursday
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We got there on a Thursday and the hostess was glum. The server was smiley we ordered some drinks that came fast enough. Then we ordered or apps and mains. The apps came out fast the calamari was hot but just okay!The apple salad had wilted old lettuce and like 8 pieces of apple. I ate my few apples and passed on the lettuce. The mains took awhile, but not for everyone just us, and the server did ask my friend if he wanted another drink but my glass was still full she never asked again. The mains were cold and just blah! Overall great ambiance needs better service!"
Dined on 03/21/2013
2013
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Review 21 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
This is the second time I
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is the second time I have gone to The Clam House, once for lunch and this time for dinner. The service at lunch was fantastic but the service at dinner was awful. The waitress could not describe a single dish, didn't know what size the salads were, got two drink orders confused and on top of everything else, at 6 PM with a relatively empty house, three different waiters serviced our table at the same time and they all seemed confused. We had to ask for bread several times, ask for refills on water and generally fend for ourselves. The difference between the lunch service and the dinner service was unbeleivable. Based on the dinner service I would not return for dinner. Too bad because I think the place is really great."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 22 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Best cioppino I've had in
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Best cioppino I've had in a long time. The sauce was fantastic."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 23 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Gem on the Bayshore
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The newly renovated Old Clam House looks wonderful in that the owners opted to renew to exactly the way it was at the beginning. The bar is fabulous with outstanding bartenders, the dining room and the outside, glassed-in porch is inviting and friendly and the food is excellent and arrives hot, served by friendly and informed waiters. The host on the night we were there was friendly, cooperative and interested in the diners. An all around great experience. The booths are wonderful for privacy and great conversation. A Gem on the Bayshore.Highly recommended."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 24 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good San Francisco landmark
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good San Francisco landmark - has always bee a good neighborhood hangout"
Dined on 03/26/2013
2005
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Review 25 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Had the fish sandwich and
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Had the fish sandwich and it was bland and undercooked. It did not taste like it did the last time we went 3 weeks ago."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 26 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The menu has all of the fish
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The menu has all of the fish dishes one can imagine and then some. The quality of the food and the service are very good. The ambiance is old time San Francisco. Lunch time parking weekdays, on the street only, is challenging, nearly impossible to do legally."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2009
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Review 27 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Our dinner was delicious!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our dinner was delicious! We tried the seafood platters, fish & chips and a pasta dish. All were great. Good music and atmosphere."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2013
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Review 28 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good choice
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"An unexpected treat. This place is beautiful. The sense of history was great. We enjoyed the food, and the service was fantastic. All-in-all a big thumbs up."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2005
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 29 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Fisherman's choice
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We enjoyed the prix fix selection as you get a great selection and the price is right. A great aspect is free corkage. You can have a very good meal and enjoy the wine of your choice at $24.00 for one prix fix meal X's 2 is under $50.00 before gratuity and tax. One can not beat this easily. Value is Excellent."
Dined on 03/06/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 30 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great old-school food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"BIG portions, very old-school style food that doesn't scrimp on grease and ingredients. We came here for lunch on a weekend.
I had a clam and mozzarella omlette. It was a little wierd, but I enjoyed it. The clams were fresh, not canned! The small potatoes that came with it were slightly smashed and had a nice crispy finish. My friend had a calamari steak that was huge and had alot of garlic and butter on it. Tasty, not rubbery at all but VERY filling.
Nice old school ambiance. A little touristy, but fun overall."
I had a clam and mozzarella omlette. It was a little wierd, but I enjoyed it. The clams were fresh, not canned! The small potatoes that came with it were slightly smashed and had a nice crispy finish. My friend had a calamari steak that was huge and had alot of garlic and butter on it. Tasty, not rubbery at all but VERY filling.
Nice old school ambiance. A little touristy, but fun overall."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2000
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 31 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I was pleasantly surprised
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I was pleasantly surprised at the changes at the Old Clam House. I have been there a number of times over the years and found the food mediocre, this visit showed a much improved environment, menu and the food was very ggo."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 32 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Awesome
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A step into the past, San Francisco Seafood at it's best. Every meal begins with a hot shot of clam juice! If you love Crab, oysters, clams and mussels, you won't find a better place. From appetizers thru dessert you will be satisfied. Waitress was subtle but all over it. Perfect."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 33 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great fun on a busy street.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great fun on a busy street. This place is a sleeper. The pasta we ordered was perfectly cooked, and large portions. This place was fun to visit. It's even worthwhile to read the history while eating your meal."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 34 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Fish should not be overcooked
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Fish should not be overcooked and rubbery at a seafood restaurant. Will never return again and have warned others on yelp."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 35 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The food was a bit salty for
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was a bit salty for me, but the seafood is excellent. The ciappino was lack luster and the chicken was dry and tough. I would suggest this as an excellent date night to enjoy some cocktails and the sizzling platter of seafood but thats about it."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2007
Special Features: kid-friendly, romantic
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Review 36 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We had 7:45 reservations but
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had 7:45 reservations but had to wait 30 minutes to be seated."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 37 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Second time there with the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Second time there with the family, I had the short rib sandwich with clam chowder and the other family member had the short rib dinner. Both dishes were great and the family wants to return next time."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, great for lunch
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Review 38 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Spacious and not pretentious
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Price is pretty decent. It is spacious inside. Not pretentious place, we like it a lot.
You want good seafood with decent price, this is the place!"
You want good seafood with decent price, this is the place!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 39 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Easily made it to the top of my favorite list. Great menu...awesome seafood...no wonder it has been around since 1861...fantastic!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 40 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We went a couple of nights
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We went a couple of nights ago and it exceeded our expectations. Food was great. We had 1/2 dozen oysters, the butter lettuce salad, steamed clams and clam linguine. Not a morsel was left . They start you off with french bread and butter and bring each of you a 4+ oz glass of warm clam juice. Good food, friendly quick service, great table, good selection of draft beer and oh yeah, very reasonably priced. We are going back here, it was terrific."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2000
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 41 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Birthday Brunch
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great place for a birthday brunch, the staff was very welcoming. Classic SF historic neighborhood atmosphere and quiet enough to have a family conversation. Blood orange mimosas were unique and delicious. Crab on eggs benedict was succulent, eggs poached to perfection. Pancakes were fluffy and not too sweet, but it seemed odd that they came with toast and potatoes when fruit would have been a better choice."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2004
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 42 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Hidden Gem
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A hidden gem in San Francisco. The menu is focused on great seafood - and all the food was very good. The cocktails were also terrific (and generous)!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 43 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Dining Experience!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was our first visit under new ownership and after the remodeling. Love the new menu and the new space, The old pictures and displays add a nostalgic touch. They kept the tradition of serving clam juice when guests seated. The roasted crabs and mussels were super good. The bone-in filet mignon was done perfectly. Plenty of seafood choices. And, must try the signature ginger martini. Our server was friendly and helpful. Food delivery was prompt. We plan to revisit with the entire family."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 44 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Disappointing experience.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Disappointing experience. The food was only average at best. Too bad had some great memories of meals past."
Dined on 02/04/2013
2008
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Review 45 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great restaurant with wonderful
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great restaurant with wonderful service and fine food. It's a nice place to get together with friends and enjoy a good meal."
Dined on 01/20/2013
2006
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Review 46 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Clam Escargot & Cioppino - Mmmm...
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I enjoy introducing people to The Old Clam House great history and food. If you haven't been, you will wonder where you are driving to (random location), but it's safe to say, if you like seafood, you will be back for their Clam Escargot, Cioppino and/or Fish and Chips."
Dined on 01/10/2013
2000
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 47 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Seated promptly at our reservation
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Seated promptly at our reservation time, though it was a quiet Saturday night. Casual, neighborhood atmosphere Waitstaff was attentive, not at all intrusive. Generous portions and generous cocktails; try the Basil Martini. Can recommend the clam chowder, and the seafood cioppino.
Overall a very pleasant experience, we will return."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2008
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Review 48 for The Old Clam House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great place to dine!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great seafood; great service; good amount of food; can't go wrong here."
Dined on 01/25/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Ratings-Only Reviews for The Old Clam House
Based on the average of (53) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
2 out of 2 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate