Restaurant
Swan Oyster Depot
144 locals recommend,
Why locals recommend it
This is an old, classic haunt. These guys have been here forever. If I was visiting and in this part of town, this is where I would would go. There’s not a big selection of oysters, but they’re tight: Whatever they have, you know they’re properly sourced. They have a shucker right there in the window, and they move a lot of product. They open their doors everyday at 11am, and there’s already a line down the block. You have to be hip to having a little bit of a wait. No question. This place is bustling and busy everyday they’re open.
Location
1517 Polk St
San Francisco, CA
Polk Gulch
Tips from locals
Infamous counter serve seafood restaurant with old school, no nonsense staff. Great for solo dining or small groups. Be prepared for a wait on weekends!
Been a staple of SF for quite some time. Anthony Bourdain raved about this place.