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Best Quick Bites Champions Seafood Restaurants in Nob Hill

3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked

Last Updated: February 2026

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Our Top Pick
Swan Oyster Depot
Impeccably fresh raw bar served at an iconic marble counter.

Notable Picks

$$$ Nob Hill Seafood
Century-old counter with 18 stools serving pristine oysters, crab, and simple seafood classics. Come for the raw bar, quick service, and old-school San Francisco energy.
Must-Try Dishes: Oysters on the half shell, Dungeness crab Louie, Clam chowder
What Makes it Special: Impeccably fresh raw bar served at an iconic marble counter.
$$ Nob Hill Seafood, Sushi
Neighborhood sushi bar near Union Square known for late hours, friendly service, and solid nigiri at fair prices. Go for counter seats to watch fish prepped to order and settle in with sake flights.
Must-Try Dishes: Chirashi Bowl, Hamachi Kama (grilled collar), Spicy Scallop Hand Roll
What Makes it Special: Late-night sushi with dependable cuts and friendly counter service.

Worthy Picks

$ Nob Hill Seafood
Cash-friendly counter serving British-style chips with fried seafood; the fries come thick-cut and piping hot. A quick, no-frills option when you’re craving crisp potatoes on Polk.
Must-Try Dishes: Thick-Cut Chips, Fish & Chips combo, Curry Sauce with chips
What Makes it Special: British-style thick-cut chips fried to order.