Mar 14, 2025

Pier Market San Francisco

Another great one!

""Pier Market" in San Francisco's Pier 39 specializes in mesquite-grilled seafood. You should try the Mixed Grill and the lobster with drawn butter..."

After roaming around Pier 39 all morning and part of the afternoon, I thought a stop for “linner” was in order. This time I chose the Pier Market. It had been a beautiful day, so I decided to sit outside and people watch as I enjoyed my meal.

It was packed with happy, smiling faces enjoying some of the most flavorful seafood I’ve ever had. Pier Market specializes in mesquite-grilled seafood, and, lest I forget, they are also partners with the Surfrider Foundation, the California Clean Business Network, and the James Beard Foundation.

They have an extensive menu, including Honey Barbecue Shrimp and Sweet and Sour Calamari. These alone will have you drooling instantly. The Clam Chowder is incredible and can be had in a bread bowl and accompanied by a salad.

Two of the best entreés are the Mixed Grill and the Lobster Tails. I chose the lobster with drawn butter because, why not? Though if you want to try a bit of everything, the Mixed Grill is the ticket.

With a dessert menu to die for, try the Chocolate Banana Bread Pudding served with vanilla bean sauce. Can you say, “I’ve died and gone to heaven?” It’s that good.

021-spoon-and-fork-1
Restaurants

About this spot

Pier 39

Moderate:

US$

no-price

4159897437

Find your way with 156 Insider Tips from our Local Spotters

Discover hidden gems and all our locals’ favourites! Get full access to our San Francisco guide.

Nice place right!? There’s so much more to discover:

Discover all other hidden gems in San Francisco

Church of 8 Wheels

Holy rollers unite!

This San Francisco church has a rich history... today, the "Church of 8 Wheels", created by the Godfather of Skating, is the epicenter of the SF scene...

002-building
Art & culture
017-plant-1
Relaxing

by

Nadine

Johnson

Apr 20, 2025

Talk About Stairs!

Neighborhood steps up

You might notice that each brick on this staircase at San Francisco's Coit Tower has a name written on it. Here's the forgotten story behind those names.

002-building
Art & culture

by

Kathleen

Messmer

Apr 18, 2025

CA Coastal Trail

Walk along the Pacific

"CA Coastal Trail" in Francisco is a calm, easy and beautiful hike that includes quite a few Bay Area landmarks - and all next to the ocean...

017-plant-1
Relaxing

by

Kathleen

Messmer

Apr 17, 2025

Critical Mass

Better together

"Critical Mass" San Francisco is lots of fun and serious for some. Everyone is invited! No one is in charge! Body paint, optional.

002-building
Art & culture
017-plant-1
Relaxing

by

Nadine

Johnson

Apr 13, 2025

Cinderella Russian Bakery and Cafe

Hits the spot!

Thanks to "Cinderella Russian Bakery and Cafe" in San Francisco, I can now find some of my favorite comfort food including the piroshki any time I want!

020-coffee-cup-1
Coffee & tea
024-burger-1
Snacks

by

Nadine

Johnson

Apr 12, 2025

City Arts & Lectures

At the Nourse Theater

San Francisco loves City Arts and Lectures! And, I love it too. Now I can go to the Nourse Theater and enjoy inspiring speakers and discussions.

002-building
Art & culture
019-lemonade-1
Theaters

by

Nadine

Johnson

Apr 12, 2025

Pug Sunday

Fun for dogs and humans

"Pug Sunday" in San Francisco is on the first Sunday of every month. Four-legged and two-legged creatures alike welcome the new month at Altaza Park.

017-plant-1
Relaxing

by

Sasha

Sommer

Apr 10, 2025

SF Symphony

Something old, something new

The Louise M Davies Symphony Hall is a beautiful space of culture and concerts. There's always something and fresh to enjoy by the SF Symphony here!

029-guitar-instrument-1
Music
019-lemonade-1
Theaters

by

Nadine

Johnson

Apr 10, 2025

Tikka Masala

No nonsense, just good food

"Tikka Masala" in San Francisco is the kind of restaurant where you can get food when you're drenched and they're already closed. It never disappoints...

021-spoon-and-fork-1
Restaurants

by

Marcus

D'Avignon

Apr 10, 2025

Swensen's Ice Cream

Same corner since '48

"Swensen's Ice Cream" in San Francisco hasn't changed since 1948. It's the chain's first store and I sill buy bulk ice cream here when I'm in the area...

024-burger-1
Snacks

by

Marcus

D'Avignon

Apr 10, 2025

Victoria Pastry Co.

All the major food groups

"Victoria Pastry Co." has prompted me to travel across San Francisco solely to enjoy one of its famed cannolis. Walking into it is a test of self-control.

024-burger-1
Snacks

by

Marcus

D'Avignon

Apr 10, 2025

Oracle Park

Baseball by the bay

"Oracle Park" in San Francisco is one of the finest baseball stadiums in America. With panoramic views of the bay, it's uniquely San Franciscan...

002-building
Art & culture
017-plant-1
Relaxing

by

Marcus

D'Avignon

Apr 10, 2025

Heading to San Francisco?

156 Insider Tips from our local Spotters

Authentic Stories by Real People

Escape the Crowd & Travel Slow 🐌

... for just €9.99

Heading to San Francisco?

0 Insider Tips from our local Spotters

156 Insider Tips

✓ Escape the Crowds

✓ Find Spots nearby

✓ Authentic Stories

... for just €9.99

App Download Download our app

City guides by those who know the city in and out!

Our Locals' Favorite Restaurants

Our team loves San Francisco

Get to know our other Spotters from San Francisco

As featured on:

New-York-Times
the-guardian
mashable
the-sunday-times
false
0
false
64
Filters