Best Seafood Restaurants in SOMA
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Hashiri
Seasonal kaiseki progression pairing market fish with refined plating.
Notable Picks
#1
Hashiri
8.8
Kaiseki and Edomae sushi in a hushed Mint Plaza dining room where seasonal courses highlight fish flown in from Japan. It’s the city-center choice for extended tasting menus with ceremony.
Must-Try Dishes:
Seasonal kaiseki sashimi course, Grilled nodoguro, Matcha dessert course
What Makes it Special: Seasonal kaiseki progression pairing market fish with refined plating.
Modern SoMa sushi bar known for generous nigiri and composed maki that plate cleanly for the feed. Warm wood tones and a sleek counter make it easy to capture crisp overhead shots.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chef’s choice nigiri set, Salmon belly nigiri, Chirashi deluxe
What Makes it Special: Clean, modern plating with photo-friendly counter seating.
#3
El Dorado
8.1
Vibes:
Business Lunch Power Players
Girls Night Out Approved
Happy Hour Hotspots
Trendy Table Hotspots
Latin-leaning Peruvian kitchen in SoMa with a strong seafood program—think bright, citrusy ceviches and scallops broiled with parmesan. Cocktail-forward and near Moscone, it pulls both business lunchers and evening groups.
Must-Try Dishes:
Ceviche Clásico (mahi-mahi, leche de tigre), Conchitas a la Parmesana (Peruvian scallops), Jalea Mixta (crispy mixed seafood)
What Makes it Special: Peruvian-style seafood led by citrusy, balanced ceviches.