Hog Island Oyster Co. - Oyster bar restaurant in San Francisco - Ferry Building, #11, USA

If you’re looking for fresh seafood packed with flavor, this is the place! I had the best clam chowder here and I could see why the grilled cheese won awards. The half crab was delicious and the bourbon oysters had amazing flavor. You can even get the serving of clam chowder split into 2 for easy sharing.

Great, fresh seafood and chill vibes! Went on Friday night, since we didn’t have a reservation we were seated at the bar with elevated chairs - not comfortable but tolerable. It’s directly facing the operation station where they open up oysters which was interesting to watch. Ordered the chipotle grilled oyster and it was so good so we ordered another garlic grilled oyster. Personally I liked the chipotle one better because it gave me a surprised - it was a little spicy which goes really well with the oyster - comparing to garlic which I already have an expectation for how it tastes. The seafood stew is delicious and the tomato sauce goes so well with the bread - we ended up getting extra bread. Only downside is that there was some shatters of clam shell in the soup so had to be careful when chewing. $60 pp post tax and fees

I had heard rave reviews about the renowned oysters at the Ferry Building, and being a local in the Bay area, I knew it's a bit of a tourist trap. However, the allure was too strong to resist, and I must say, their clam chowder is, in my opinion, the best in the world. As a staunch supporter of soups for meals, clam chowder holds a special place in my heart. Situated in the Ferry Building, this oyster spot is undeniably popular. Opting for 24 oysters, spanning six distinct varieties, was a delightful journey of flavors. The freshness and quality were exceptional, both in the raw and cooked oysters. Despite a weekend visit around 4 PM, leading to a bit of a wait, the service, once seated, was swift and our server was friendly, offering helpful raw food recommendations. We chose to sit outside, enjoying the scenic bay view, even though it was a bit chilly. Trying the soft shell crab sandwich added a variety to the mostly seafood-centric menu. The place gets quite busy, so an early arrival is recommended. The crab sandwich, oysters, and clam chowder were standout choices. In summary: - Service: 4/5 - Ambiance: 4/5 - Crab sandwich: 3/5 - Oysters: 5/5 - Clam chowder: 5/5 - Drinks: 3/5 For the optimal experience, stick to the oysters and clam chowder. A definite must-visit for any seafood lover in the city!

This establishment is located within the outer side of the ferry building, facing the water. It has a nice vibe that could be suitable for numerous occasions. The employees there are welcoming and chill. Their food is a little bit on the pricier side, but the portions and quality make it understandable as to why it is so. Our dishes were great and we cannot wait to come back.

I found a variety of oysters in each country. It's clearly different and very fresh. The service was excellent. I was 2nd in line, didn't wait long, the weather was good.

Great experience. If you don’t mind sitting inside, there is no wait even when it’s busy. The line keeps moving quickly anyway, so don’t be discouraged. Service is quick and you’re stuffing your face full of good food quickly. You have to get the blue fin ceviche. Grilled oysters with the bourbon butter was great and they come in fours. We got the 24 raw oysters for $82 and it was a perfect amount for two people. You have to try to clam chowder! The sweet watermelon beer was very tasty.

It was a long weekend Saturday. We sat inside so, we only waited 10 mins at 5 pm. We liked this place a lot. Ordered Acme bread and butter, 4 grilled oysters. Mix oyster plater (12 pieces), clam chowder and two glasses of French rose, all were extremely good. Fresh oysters were really fresh, grilled ones with garlic sauce were great too. I recommend to order clam chowder, it is creamy and rich but we really liked it. They split it in two bowls for us and with bread dipping in the cream, it was heaven! They all came out 143 bucks with tax and %20 tip. And more than enough for two. It was an easy 5 stars to give! Recommend it for sure!

Very fresh oysters! We also tried the soft shell crab and cheese sandwiches. We liked the crab sandwich better. There was a line for lunch but we were fortunate to get seats at the bar and not wait long. Very prompt service from staff.