Crustacean Restaurant
(415) 776-2722
1475 Polk St
San Francisco,
CA
94109
37.7902
-122.4206
Neighborhoods: Civic Center, Northeast
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The Scene
The exterior elevator still has a neon crab on it, but a recent renovation has transformed the erstwhile '80s-style decor into an elegant destination. Dimly lit, the dining rooms are strewn with Asian accents, such as bamboo and tassled lanterns. Quietly attentive, unfailingly pleasant service befits the high prices. A muffled, rich festivity envelops the well-groomed patrons, while hosts suavely monitor the dining rooms.
The Food
Most dishes are more reminiscent of early Asian fusion than today's elevated Euro-Vietnamese fare. Appetizers include fried wontons stuffed with a creamy crab-cheese mixture, and minced shrimp served atop broiled baguette rounds. Signature garlic noodles make an addictive complement to the whole garlic-roasted Dungeness crab--the restaurant's most popular dish. Fancily attired diners sport plastic bibs while dismantling buttery-slick shells to reach the sweet, succulent meat.
User Reviews
Anonymous
November 24, 2008
My parents really like this place, but I find it only ok. For instance, the Garlic Crab is really kind of disappointing, as well as the garlic noodles (horrifically overpriced if you ask me). The Baked Alaska is also a 'merely ok' dessert. Overall, if you want to wait for an ok dining experience, this is place to come.
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November 15, 2008
garlic crab is my favorite type of crab to eat here. and you have to try the garlic noodles. this restaurant is a high scale version of thanh long. so if you feel like having a nice dinner with quality food, you should try here.
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VettyFast
August 31, 2008
I read a bad review, and should have heeded the warning. We got there and the smell was horrible, seating poor, view poor, we got up and walked out. I eat out every night, and this place is bad. The health dept. needs to check it out. You have to be hard up to eat here.
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Know Before You Go:
The dress code is meant to ensure customers are "appropriately sophisticated"--no T-shirts, caps or athletic wear (doesn't apply to lunch or patio dining).
Where to Sit:
Window seating beyond the bar is fun and festive; for privacy, request the section above and behind the bar. Outdoor seating is available when weather permits.
Parking:
Valet is available for a fee on the California Street side of the restaurant.
Category:
Vietnamese, Banquet Rooms, Restaurants
Payment Methods:
American Express, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Romantic Dining, Fine Dining, Brunch, Date Spot, Group Dining
