Crustacean Restaurant

1475 Polk St, San Francisco, CA 94109, United States
+1 415-776-2722
$$$ Vietnamese restaurant
(1164 Reviews)
Price Range $100+

Welcome to Crustacean Restaurant, a celebrated gem nestled in the heart of San Francisco, where the rich and vibrant flavors of Vietnamese cuisine come to life. Located at 1475 Polk St, this restaurant effortlessly blends a modern dining atmosphere with the delightful essence of traditional Vietnamese cooking, particularly focusing on an array of sumptuous seafood dishes.

As you step inside, the ambience wraps around you like a warm embrace, creating a perfect setting for a memorable meal. The decor is chic yet cozy, making it an ideal spot for both romantic dinners and celebratory gatherings. The attentive staff greet you with friendly smiles, ensuring that your dining experience is as exceptional as the culinary delights that await you.

Crustacean's menu is an applause-worthy testament to the richness of Vietnamese flavors. Start your dining adventure with Crab Puffs, where minced dungeness crab is enveloped in a crispy wonton shell and paired with a delectable peanut mustard sauce. For those with a penchant for something a little more adventurous, the Drunken Crab is an absolute must-try—this dungeness crab is simmered in a luxurious broth of three wines, delivering a sensory explosion that is both rich and sophisticated. Finish your meal with the exquisite Royal Tiger Prawns, grilled to perfection and served alongside An's garlic noodles, which are nothing short of heavenly.

One of the standout features of dining at Crustacean is their unique approach to balancing flavors. While some diners have noted that dishes like the butter garlic crab may feel rich, ordering it alongside a refreshing side of tamarind sauce can elevate the entire experience, ensuring that every bite remains exciting.

But don’t just take our word for it. Customers rave about their experiences; one guest, Jim Johnson, hailed Crustacean as the site of the finest seafood meal of his life, describing the service as exceptional and the food as incredible. In contrast, another diner expressed a need for variety after experiencing the overwhelming richness of butter garlic in some dishes, reminding us that at Crustacean, variety is key to a fulfilling meal.

So, whether you're celebrating a special occasion like Marquita, who enjoyed an intimate engagement dinner, or simply looking to indulge in some of the best seafood San Francisco has to offer, Crustacean Restaurant invites you to savor each unique dish in a welcoming environment that feels like a true escape.

For seafood aficionados or lovers of Vietnamese cuisine, you're likely to find your new favorite restaurant here at Crustacean. Don’t forget to explore the surrounding neighborhood before or after your meal, making the most of your San Francisco visit.

Make your reservation today by calling +1 415-776-2722 and prepare yourself for an unforgettable culinary journey!

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
From the business
Identifies as women-owned
Service options
Has no-contact delivery
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Serves great cocktails
Has great wine list
Has rooftop seating
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Cosy
Romantic
Trendy
Upmarket
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Paid street parking
1164 Reviews
Jim Johnson

03 Sep 2025

During my recent trip to San Francisco, my friends and I dined at the Crustacean Restaurant, experiencing what I consider to be the finest seafood meal of my life. I would give it a six-star rating out of five. The service was exceptional, characterized by prompt attention, friendly smiles, and unobtrusive professionalism. The food was is absolutly incredible and the manager exhibited consummate professionalism.

Anthony T

29 Aug 2025

The food was delicious, but we got the butter garlic crab plus the butter garlic noodles. It was too overwhelming in butter garlic, and the taste got boring after a bit. Good thing we ordered a side of the tamarind sauce to dip .

Jimmy N

22 Aug 2025

Food was ok. Noodles are overrated. Crab was flavorful. The towels they bring at the end are super hot . Remember you have to find your own parking and the restaurant is in an interesting area. Be careful walking around

Marquita

05 Aug 2025

Visited this location on a Sunday evening. I had reservation but arrived early and was immediately seated.. they do not have parking but they gave me parking info when they called to verify my reservation. My fiancé and I were celebrating a recent engagement and this was an intimate setting. I order one cocktail drink and the roast crab with seafood rice and he ordered the prawns and garlic noodles. We had jumbo prawn wonton for appetizer. Our total bill was around $219 tip included. Gratuity is already factored into the bill. I love this place and plan to revisit whenever I come back

Nathan Laing

27 Jun 2025

Food was quite tasty and service was attentive and efficient without being ever-present or overbearing. Cocktail specials were tasty and reasonably priced, and we did not try the crab. Unless you count crab cakes; very tasty and crabby in a panko breading. Greens were well dressed. The garlic noodles kick butt. The short ribs and bok choy were acceptable, but our least favorite dish. They didn’t have the unctuousness one would expect in a short rib; they weren’t exactly dry, but something was missing, and the glaze needed additional reduction. Crabs were too messy since we had an after-dinner event. Area parking isn’t too bad if you get there after the workday and before the night crowd. We had a concert at a nearby venue (the Regency Ballroom for Modern English & Human League), and pulled into a metered street spot at 5:53…that had 7 minutes of time left…and metered parking ends at 6! Woo hoo! The space was directly across the street, and about a 5 minute walk to the Regency Ballroom. Excellent experience overall.

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