Dine With The Fishes At This One-Of-A-Kind Aquarium Restaurant In Northern California
When it comes to seafood, not only is it delightful to eat some of the best culinary creations one can imagine but having a water-themed backdrop only enhances the experience. That is what you will find at Waterbar in San Francisco.
Sitting right on the bay offers its own amazing ambiance. But the soaring floor-to-ceiling aquariums inside offer an “under the sea” feeling where you can dine with the fishes!
Located along San Francisco’s famed Embarcadero waterfront area, Waterbar is one of the most picturesque Bay Area restaurants.
From almost every vantage point, diners are blessed with remarkable views of the San Francisco Bay, as well as the downtown skyline.
Both locals from all over the Bay Area and visitors from across the country and every country you can imagine come to enjoy an amazing experience at Waterbar.
Lightly fried to a golden brown, this clawed critter is served with mussels, gulf shrimp, and andouille gumbo, and accompanied by Carolina gold rice. Depending on if you come for lunch or dinner, it might also feature coal-roasted eggplant and/or a delectable tomato ponzu.
Great side dishes are available to accompany your main meal, or order several and make them a meal in and of themselves.
Think grilled local asparagus with white truffle aïoli, crisp prosciutto, horseradish, and dill. The tiger prawns served with horseradish cocktail sauce and lemon. Or order a handful of salt baked Malaspina Oysters with plenty of garlic butter and serrano crema for dipping.
At night the lighted aquariums turn into a “see food” looking glass.
In addition to the customary sparkling, white, and red varietals, you can choose from a wide array of dessert wines. Ports and sherry, as well as cognacs, brandy, and digestifs run the gamut as well. For cocktail fans, try the Manhattan Boat, Tumbleweed, or Queen Bee. Many of them are made using organic and biodynamic practices.
The outdoor patio offers spectacular views of the Bay Bridge and into the East Bay.
For over 25 years Lysa Allman-Baldwin has fed her wanderlust for “everything the world has to offer” by passionately writing travel and feature articles for numerous global print and online publications. A Digital Nomad, Lysa is also a professional speaker, workshop facilitator, and author.
