Best Seafood Restaurants in Castro
2 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Anchor Oyster Bar
Castro legacy counter famed for pristine shellfish and cioppino.
Notable Picks
8.6
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
7.9
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.