It's more than the food (which is actually average), it's more than the view (it's fabulous), it's more than the average check price (ouch!).....it really is about the history and the experience. I recommend this restaurant it's just fun and beautiful and that's what San Francisco is all about.

The Crab Station is one of the original stands at Fishermans Wharf. It is the second stand on Taylor, situated amongst eateries where throngs of tourists gather. The crabs are just as fresh and expensive as any of the eating places nearby. The crabs at a real sit down restaurant are even more expensive. The crabs are boiled or steamed. There is just a tiny counter for customers to eat at while standing. So here is a tip if you want to eat there. Directly across from where the crabs are being cooked is #2 Crab Station (red sign). First go inside there, grab seat(s), and place your order with the girl. Limited seating but at least you will not be eating while standing up. She will bring your order from across the way, collect money, and give you change back. Had a Dungeness Crab ($25) and Clam Chowder in Sourdough Bowl ($8.50) which was enough for two. The crab was fresh and sweet. But the clam chowder was below average. The sourdough bread was rather chewy. The eating experience was worthwhile except for the many diners gawking and waiting for your table. Did I mentioned space to eat comfortably was severely limited?

A nice variety of seafood sandwiches and quick snacks. A bit overpriced but good food regardless! Watch out for the seagulls and sundry other birds

I recommend this one because it was interesting. Good restaurants and atmosphere. Crab Louie was good. Also the embarcadero was also a place to visit.

This is a good place to get food in a pinch when you can't decide on what you want! Hubby and I decided to grab something here because we were hungry but hadn't figured out where we wanted to go. I don't eat clam chowder or crabs but hubby does but he decided to just eat the shrimp and fries that I ordered. There was a lot for 2 people to eat! The shrimp was just fried, crispy and very good. The fries were just regular fries, nothing special but they to had just been cooked, so everything was fresh and hot. The cocktail sauce was very flavorful and gave the shrimp an extra kick. The only downside is trying to find some place to sit down and eat but other than that I would recommend grabbing a bite here to eat if you are in a pinch.