What are the best shrimp dishes in San Francisco?

Based on diner recommendations, the best shrimp dish in San Francisco is at Pho 2000. We compared 9 restaurants serving shrimp dishes.

How much do shrimp dishes cost in San Francisco?

Shrimp dish prices in San Francisco range from $2.50 to $48.00 across 9 restaurants.

Best Shrimp Dishes in San Francisco

9 restaurants compared

Price range: $2.50 – $48.00

Avg recommendation: 89%

Top 5 Shrimp Dishes in San Francisco (Quick Answer)

Based on diner recommendations across 9 restaurants:

Banh Xeo (Sizzling Crepe) at Pho 2000, $8.50 (Tenderloin)
Fresh Shrimp with Satsuma Cucumber Salsa at Liholiho Yacht Club, $15.00 (Lower Nob Hill)
Seafood Cioppino at Tadich Grill — 98% recommended, $38.00 (Financial District)
Shrimp & Grits at Brenda's French Soul Food — 92% recommended, $25.00 (Tenderloin)
Har Gow (Shrimp Dumplings) at Good Mong Kok — 90% recommended, $2.75 (Chinatown)

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

All 9 Shrimp Dishes

Banh Xeo (Sizzling Crepe)

Pho 2000

Tenderloin·$

$8.50

Crispy turmeric crepe filled with shrimp, pork, and bean sprouts.

Tip: Wrap it in lettuce with fresh herbs and the dipping sauce — don't eat it straight. The wrapper is meant to be part of the package.

Fresh Shrimp with Satsuma Cucumber Salsa

Liholiho Yacht Club

Lower Nob Hill·$$$

$15.00

Chilled local shrimp with bright satsuma mandarin and cucumber salsa.

Tip: Order with the fried rice and poke to get a full sense of Kapur's range across one meal.

#398% recommend

Seafood Cioppino

Tadich Grill

Financial District·$$

$38.00

San Francisco's signature stew with Dungeness crab, shrimp, oysters, clams, and fish in a tomato-wine broth with grilled bread.

Tip: The price and portion vary daily based on market cost. Ask your server about the day's pricing before ordering.

#492% recommend

Shrimp & Grits

Brenda's French Soul Food

Tenderloin·$$

$25.00

Gulf shrimp in spicy tomato-bacon gravy served over creamy stone-ground grits.

Tip: Ask for extra bread on the side to soak up the gravy. The sauce is as important as the protein.

#590% recommend

Har Gow (Shrimp Dumplings)

Good Mong Kok

Chinatown·$

$2.75

Shrimp and bamboo shoot dumplings wrapped in delicate rice flour wrappers.

Tip: These are texture-focused — eat them fresh and warm. The wrapper is delicate and should be enjoyed immediately.

#688% recommend

Leo's Plateau

Leo's Oyster Bar

Financial District·$$$

$48.00

Two-tier raw bar platter with oysters, shrimp cocktail, and snow crab claws.

Tip: The Leo's Plateau is perfect for celebrating or sharing. It's visually impressive and offers a variety of raw bar items.

#788% recommend

Banh Khot with Caviar

Bodega SF

Tenderloin·$$

$16.00

Turmeric-tinted shrimp pancakes topped with sturgeon caviar.

Tip: Order this as a starter — it's visually impressive and tastes genuinely interesting. The caviar isn't just for show.

#888% recommend

Siu Mai

Good Mong Kok

Chinatown·$

$2.50

Open-top pork and shrimp dumplings steamed and served in bamboo.

Tip: The line moves quickly — even with 10+ people ahead, you'll order within 5-10 minutes. Siu mai are always available.

#980% recommend

Shrimp Dumpling (Har Gow)

Hang Ah Tea Room

Chinatown·$$

$9.00

Shrimp and bamboo shoot wrapped in delicate rice flour wrapper.

Tip: These are the iconic dish from America's oldest dim sum restaurant. Order to experience a piece of San Francisco history.