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Best Seafood Restaurants in The Castro (94114)

4 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked

Last Updated: February 2026

Our Top Pick
Saru Sushi Bar
MICHELIN-recognized neighborhood sushi bar with meticulous fish and tight rolls.

Notable Picks

$$$$ Noe Valley
Tiny Noe Valley favorite (since 2012) known for pristine fish and well-executed classic and contemporary rolls alongside strong nigiri. Lines move fast, and the focus stays on clean flavors over heavy sauces.
Must-Try Dishes: Spicy scallop roll, Negihama (yellowtail-scallion) roll, Rainbow roll
What makes it special: MICHELIN-recognized neighborhood sushi bar with meticulous fish and tight rolls.
$$ The Castro
Tiny Castro institution (since 1977) serving spot-on seafood—oysters, chowder, cioppino—in a classic counter setting. Locals line up for simple, impeccably fresh plates and old-school hospitality.
Must-Try Dishes: Oysters on the Half Shell, New England Clam Chowder, Cioppino
What makes it special: Castro legacy counter famed for pristine shellfish and cioppino.

Worthy Picks

$$ The Castro
Seafood-forward Castro hangout with cocktails, happy hour, and a brunch-to-dinner menu. Expect oysters, fried-to-order fish, and playful Mediterranean-leaning plates in a social room right on Market.
Must-Try Dishes: Fisch and Chips, Grilled Oysters, Calamari
What makes it special: Seafood plates, cocktails, and weekend brunch on a lively Castro corner.
$$ Noe Valley
Noe Valley seafood market-café from the Four Star Seafood team offering rolls, chowder, and market-fresh plates alongside retail fish. It’s the neighborhood’s grab-and-go answer for high-quality seafood at fair prices.
Must-Try Dishes: Lobster Roll, Clam Chowder, Tuna Poke Bowl
What makes it special: Market-fresh seafood prepared simply, backed by a respected Bay Area wholesaler.