The Anchovy Bar

4.8 (909)

$50 and over

Seafood

1740 O'Farrell Street, San Francisco, CA 94115-3522

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2 people

May 30, 2025

May 2025

10:30 PM

Booked 23 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Innovative
Charming

From the team that brought you State Bird Provisions and The Progress, The Anchovy Bar is a wine and seafood bar that specializes in West Coast oysters, small fish and sustainably raised shellfish. We work with small producers that favor traditional and antique processes with origin stories that matter and inspire.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Seafood, Wine Bar, Oyster Bar
Hours of operation
Mon, Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(415) 796-2710
Website
http://theanchovybar.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Stuart Brioza
Catering
Please reach out to info@theanchovybar.com to inquire about catering your event!
Private party facilities
Please reach out to info@theanchovybar.com to inquire about private events!

Location
1740 O'Farrell Street, San Francisco, CA 94115-3522
Neighborhood
Western Addition
Cross street
Fillmore Street
Parking details
Street parking is available throughout the day. The closest garage is the JapanTown Fillmore Street Annex Garage at 1670 Fillmore Street.
Public transit
We are two blocks from the 38 and right around the corner from the 22.
Additional
Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Group Dining at The Anchovy Bar!
$95.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Reserve our indoor seating for 7-8 guests and heated outdoor seating for 7-18 guests! Our large party set menu features 4 savory courses with multiple dishes per course served family style for $95 per person. Beverages are charged upon consumption and we do not allow for corkage. Entire table participation is required and a la carte ordering is not available. We have two seating times and allot 2 hours and 30 minutes for your reservation. To ensure the best experience for all, any changes or cancellations must be made at least 4 days in advance. A fee of $50 per guest applies to cancellations made within 4 days, and $95 per guest within 24 hours.

What 909 people are saying

The Anchovy Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Francisco Bay Area
Seafood
San Francisco
Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Anchovy Bar offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food, wine, service, and atmosphere." Guests rave about the "fantastic wine program," "creative and visually exciting" dishes, and "outstanding" service. Highlights include the "anchovy-edamame toast" and "broiled oysters with bacon." Ideal for seafood lovers and a fun, memorable outing.

909 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Detroit2 reviews
3.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Meh, Malvasia @ $75 btl? Good flavors, did not feel loved….. moving onward
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Dottie
San Francisco11 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely one of the best meals I have ever had. Food, ambiance and staff are top shelf here.
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Lindsay VIP
London37 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
10/10! We loved it and the wine program is fantastic!
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Edmond
Central Coast14 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The overall experience was okay. Our server was great, however they kept plates at the table way too long when we were finished. Finished. Also, the prices for things are way overpriced for what you get. Although the food tasted exceptional, for the amount of food you got for the price was just crazy. We got a bottle of wine and it was about three times retail and typically a restaurant however is about twice retail. Although we enjoyed it, we won't be going back.
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Emily
Nebraska1 review
5.0
Dined on May 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was excellent. Highly recommended this restaurant.
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Dottie
San Francisco12 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It's definitely one of the best meals I've ever had. Sat at the bar and met Tish the chef. Had chppoed clamps in chili oil and anchovy in the sky dish that was amazing.
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Vanessa
San Francisco2 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely love the menu and atmosphere! Service on Saturday night was a little rushed, but amazing otherwise!
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Marissa
New Orleans / Louisiana3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I cannot express how wonderful this meal was from start to finish. We were there for a birthday dinner, and ordered almost the entire menu. Every bite of food was more exciting and delicious than the last: fresh, bold, crave-able, exquisite! The wine list is exciting and P-J helped us order wine that paired perfectly with the dishes we had. The place was packed and high energy, but how busy they were did nothing to affect the high level of service we received from Vilma and the rest of the staff. That level of hospitality can be difficult to find in S.F. today. 10/10 for us!
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Kevin
San Francisco5 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We sat enclosed outside seating which was great for a spring evening dinner for two.
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OpenTable Diner
Tulsa1 review
5.0
Dined on May 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a wonderful experience - food and service.
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FAQs

The Anchovy Bar is rated 4.8 stars by 909 OpenTable diners.

The Anchovy Bar does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.