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Hog Island Oyster Co.
Seafood Restaurant and American Restaurant$$$$
SoMa, San Francisco
This seafood restaurant is famous for their seafood chowder. It's one of the most popular in the city!
"7x7's Big Eat 2012 says a dozen sweetwater oysters are delicious."(10 Tips)
"Get the Pickering Passage oysters and the clam chowder."(90 Tips)
"Great place to sit by the bay and throw back some oysters and beer."(237 Tips)
"Sweetwater and Kumamoto oysters are a must 😋😋😋"(8 Tips)
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Trevor FilterAugust 22, 2014Get a table on the back patio, order some oysters and watch the sun go down while the Bay Lights come up.
Arthur NemezJune 26, 2017The best oysters I had ever tried, and claim chowder soup off course🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽😋
SuNovember 28, 2017No more happy hour $1 oyster! But their oysters from Tomales and clam chowder are sooooooo goood!
David SinesMarch 15, 2015Oysters, of course. A great variety of oysters from all over the U.S. - locals eat here - a good sign, not a tourist trap.
Adrienne OldsJanuary 23, 2013Best clam chowder of my life and the broth is made from scratch! Sit at the bar and watched your lunch be shucked!
Banu OzelMarch 29, 2017Everything was very attentive and well served! Welldone! I really enjoyed it.
Dave ZissouDecember 23, 2012happy hr; mon-thu 5-7. this does sometimes get the best of ya when ordering other things, but if you got the moola to spend it go for it,
Robert PhilDecember 27, 2015Clam chowder was thinner than most with tons of veggies and chunks of clams. Great taste. Thanks.
Miguel SojoApril 2, 2015Super fresh oysters. Get the platter so you can taste all types. The ceviche is amazing
Rachel W.June 25, 2014I'm a lemonade snob and the lemonade is ON POINT here. Easily top 3 I've ever had.
JonesAugust 4, 2016Po boy ok, stew good, chowder good, steamer good. San Andreas drink good , Bloody Mary good
Christina LorJune 5, 2013Happy Hour is Mon and Thurs 5-7. Pro tip: dip the bread in their mignonette.
The Corcoran GroupJune 19, 2011Be prepared to wait for a table and then consume some of the freshest oysters around. Watching the pros shucking oysters is something magical.
Rcvieux .October 24, 2013great place with nice options of wine & beer, besides the awesome oysters. a must go.
Mark BurlesonMay 28, 2014The best clam chowder ever only enhanced by the grilled cheese with pickled veggies. Start with 24 oysters and heaven awaits!!!
T ZApril 17, 2016Hog Island Sweetwater > Kumamoto > Sewansecott. Clam chowder = pretty good w/ bread. Cayenne grilled oysters = pretty flavorful.
BiancaOctober 24, 2018Amazing food! If you are a seafood lover you should definitely check this place!
Luke WhiteMarch 13, 2015The freshness of the oysters and the spectacular make this tourist trap worth every penny.
Errol ReyesJune 23, 2011If you love oysters but with someone who is a vegetarian, it's not a problem. You can enjoy the variety of oysters and your vegetarian friend can enjoy te grilled
Tom EvansApril 7, 2013Split a dozen oysters, get a clam chowder and grilled cheese each for a couple and you have the perfect lunch!
Andres NovoaJanuary 10, 2016Try dipping the Acme Bread they serve in the chowder and steamers broth! Delicious!
Marta TapperoJuly 29, 2016Oysters are great are just the location is worth it. The rest of the food is just ok. I had boquerones and had to many mayo. The bar is grea
Irena BSeptember 24, 2011Sweetwaters are the best. Full bodied and buttery. I'm an oyster snob too. And they're the cheapest. The bread is pretty great too.
Maher JabrJuly 21, 2010Nice oyster selection (Naked Cowboy from Long Island is awesome) & the clam chowder is a MUST. Make sure you have bread handy with the chowder. Great & friendly service.
Catherine LOctober 7, 2014Aside from their oysters, their Caesar salad with anchovy croutons and chowder is amazing!
Happy hour is a good deal but it's only one type of oyster. Come early because there's always a long line for happy hour. Be prepared to splurge.
Nicolr PatiglerJuly 14, 2018There’s always a line, but once you get to@the table in line, you can order a drink
C BayugaDecember 12, 2011Monday & Thursday, 5:00 - 7:00 pm Oyster Happy Hour/ Chef's choice half priced oyster (selection varies weekly) Not always quite a dollar, but better than full price.
Bing ChouSeptember 10, 2012A line starts to form just before they open - it's worth it to get in line 15 minutes beforehand to get an outdoor table.
Daddy said I'm specialOctober 22, 2014Very tasty. Grilled oysters are highly recommended even for those who don't like it
The best oysters on the west coast. Well worth the wait. Be sure to ask for cocktail sauce. They make it fresh.
Kimi ThorntonJune 4, 2013Happy Hour $1 oysters from 5-7 on Mon and Thurs - but get there before 4:30 to beat the rush.
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Hog Island Oyster Co.
1 Ferry Bldg #11 (at The Embarcadero)
San Francisco, CA 94111
United States
San Francisco, CA 94111
United States
Enjoy incredible seafood in a stunning setting. Located in the historic Ferry Building on San Francisco’s waterfront, Hog Island Oyster Bar offers the finest selection of oysters, craft cocktails, and an ever-changing seasonal seafood menu.
Open until 9:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
(415) 391-7117
Features
Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Dining Options
Take-out
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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Raj N - 8.6
"Rich buttery bread. Soft juicy fried chicken, yummy eggs. Delicious. Try it."
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