Where is the best crab in San Francisco?

Based on diner recommendations, the best crab in San Francisco is at Swan Oyster Depot (94% recommended). We compared 5 restaurants serving crab.

How much does crab cost in San Francisco?

Crab prices in San Francisco range from $18.00 to $58.00 across 5 restaurants.

5 restaurants compared

Price range: $18.00 – $58.00

Avg recommendation: 92%

Based on diner recommendations across 5 restaurants:

Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.

#194% recommend

Nob Hill·$$

Dungeness Crab Cocktail

$26.00

Sweet Dungeness crab meat in a seafood cocktail sauce with shrimp.

Tip: The crab cocktail is more generous than expected. The ratio of crab meat to sauce is heavily weighted toward the crab.

#294% recommend

Chinatown·$$

Salt & Pepper Dungeness Crab

$34.95

Battered and deep-fried crab legs and claws tossed with crispy garlic and seasoning.

Tip: Order at least one whole crab for the table — it's a theatrical presentation and the meat is generous. Messy but worth it.

#394% recommend

Embarcadero·$$$

Chilled Dungeness Crab

$58.00

Whole or half fresh Dungeness crab, chilled and served with cocktail sauce and lemon.

Tip: Dungeness crab season peaks November through May. Order then for the best quality and most generous portions.

#492% recommend

Nob Hill·$$

Crab Back

$18.00

Dungeness crab shell filled with tomalley, butter, and house seasonings.

Tip: The Crab Back is rich and filling—order it alongside oysters for balance. Ask for extra sourdough to soak up the butter.

#588% recommend

Embarcadero·$$$

Crab Cocktail

$26.00

Fresh Dungeness crab meat in a chilled glass with cocktail sauce, served with saltines and lemon.

Tip: The crab cocktail pairs perfectly with oysters—combine them for a balanced, light meal at the bar.