Oysters On Half Shell - West Coast
$ 2.00Fresh West Coast oysters harvested from pristine cold waters, served raw on the half shell over a bed of crushed ice with lemon and cocktail sauce.
Fresh West Coast oysters harvested from pristine cold waters, served raw on the half shell over a bed of crushed ice with lemon and cocktail sauce.
Plump, briny East Coast oysters served fresh on the half shell with a vibrant citrus accent and cocktail sauce.
Fresh, tender littleneck clams served cleanly on the half shell with shaved ice and a lemon wedge.
A single fresh West Coast oyster served inside a shot glass with zesty cocktail sauce and a dash of hot sauce.
A bracing East Coast oyster shooter in a tall glass filled with tangy tomato cocktail sauce and a lemon rim.
A fresh tender clam served in a cocktail shooter glass with spicy signature sauce and savory herbs.
Sweet, chilled cold cracked Dungeness crab served split open with pristine white meat, crushed ice, and lemon wedges.
Richie's legendary marinated cold cracked Dungeness crab glistening with a savory oil and herb marinade.
House-made savory seafood sausage, grilled to golden-brown perfection and garnished with fresh herbs.
Traditional salted cod dish prepared authentic Italian style in a rich Mediterranean tomato sauce with olives and capers.
Delicately smoked salmon slices fanned out on a plate with capers, red onion rings, and fresh dill sprigs.
Fresh succulent crab meat served in a classic stemmed cocktail glass over crisp shredded lettuce with tangy sauce.
Chilled succulent prawns served with a tangy red cocktail sauce and crisp lettuce.
Tender sweet bay shrimp served in a cocktail glass with signature sauce and lemon garnish.
Tender octopus marinated in olive oil and lemon juice, tossed with celery and fresh parsley.
Crisp iceberg lettuce wedge drizzled generously with creamy blue cheese dressing, topped with bacon and tomatoes.
Classic North Beach salad featuring abundant fresh crab meat, hard-boiled eggs, tomatoes, and cucumber over crisp greens.
Classic hearty salad topped with chilled succulent prawns, avocado slices, and hard-boiled eggs over mixed greens.
Classic salad loaded with tiny sweet bay shrimp, tomatoes, olives, and egg wedges over crisp iceberg lettuce.
Deluxe salad featuring an indulgent combination of fresh crab meat, prawns, and bay shrimp over fresh greens.
A fresh, crisp house salad featuring mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber slices with light vinaigrette.
Crisp romaine lettuce tossed in creamy Caesar dressing, topped with parmesan cheese and garlic croutons.
Fresh black mussels steamed in a fragrant white wine, garlic, and herb broth, served with crusty bread.
Fresh littleneck clams steamed open in a savory garlic butter broth with fresh parsley and lemon.
A bountiful combination of fresh mussels and clams steamed together in an aromatic garlic-herb broth.
Creamy traditional New England clam chowder loaded with tender clams, potato chunks, and crispy bacon bits.
Warm cup of thick, creamy New England clam chowder garnished with parsley and cracked black pepper.
Whole crab cooked to perfection in a fiery, spicy tomato diavolo sauce served over al dente linguine.
Half a crab prepared in a rich, spicy tomato-based diavolo sauce served over al dente linguine pasta.
Featuring half a Dungeness crab, mussels, clams, prawns, bay scallops, bay shrimp & calamari over penne pasta - enough for two!
Delicate grilled sand dab fillets served alongside a colorful medley of fresh seasonal steamed vegetables.
Pan-seared Petrale sole fillet with a golden crust, served with fresh seasonal vegetables and lemon butter sauce.
A perfectly grilled salmon fillet with savory grill marks, served with vibrant seasonal vegetables and lemon.
Golden-brown pan-seared wild-caught sea scallops with a tender interior, presented with fresh seasonal vegetables.
Succulent wild-caught prawns sautéed in garlic and butter, served over fresh seasonal vegetables.
A combination of sautéed prawns and sea scallops served with fresh seasonal vegetables in a savory garlic-herb sauce.
Tender sautéed calamari served with fresh seasonal vegetables in your choice of pomodoro or aglio olio sauce.
Chef's choice creamy risotto brimming with mussels, clams, prawns, bay scallops, bay shrimp & calamari.
Plump lobster ravioli coated in a velvety pink tomato cream sauce, garnished with fresh basil.
Al dente linguine tossed with fresh Manila clams in a rich white wine cream sauce and herbs.
Fettuccine pasta tossed with tender bay scallops in a luscious, savory white cream sauce.
Silky fettuccine noodles tossed with pieces of savory smoked salmon in a rich white cream sauce topped with dill.
A generous portion of linguine laden with mussels, clams, prawns, bay scallops & calamari in creamy white sauce or pomodoro.
Take home pint of rich and creamy New England Clam Chowder loaded with clams.
Take home quart of traditional New England Clam Chowder, perfect for family sharing.
Take home pint of vibrant, rich house-made Italian tomato sauce infused with aromatic herbs and garlic.
Take home quart of aromatic house-made Italian tomato sauce, ready for your home cooking.
Crisp Italian sparkling Mionetto Brut Prosecco wine by the glass with delicate bubbles.
Full bottle of crisp Italian sparkling Mionetto Brut Prosecco.
Refreshing Italian sparkling rosé wine by the glass with fruity notes.
Full bottle of refreshing Italian Ruffino Prosecco Rosé.
Classic brunch cocktail made with sparkling wine and fresh orange juice.
Refreshing Italian cocktail made with prosecco and sweet peach purée.
House select white or red wine by the glass, perfectly balanced and smooth.
House select white or red wine served in a traditional half carafe.
Full bottle of house select white or red wine.
Crisp, refreshing Italian Pinot Grigio by the glass with citrus notes.
Full bottle of crisp Italian Pinot Grigio from Ruffino.
Bright and aromatic Californian Sauvignon Blanc by the glass.
Full bottle of bright and aromatic Simi Sauvignon Blanc from California.
Dry and fruity rosé wine from Sonoma by the glass.
Full bottle of dry and fruity Sonoma rosé wine.
Light and refreshing Italian white wine by the glass.
Full bottle of light and refreshing Italian Trebbiano white wine.
Rich, buttery Healdsburg Chardonnay by the glass.
Full bottle of rich Healdsburg Chardonnay.
Balanced and elegant Chardonnay from St. Helena by the glass.
Full bottle of balanced Chardonnay from St. Helena.
Sweet and smooth Italian white wine by the glass.
Full bottle of sweet Italian Bianco Dolce wine.
Complex and aromatic Fiano white wine from Sonoma by the glass.
Full bottle of complex Fiano white wine from Sonoma.
Classic Italian Chianti red wine by the glass with rich berry notes.
Full bottle of classic Italian Caposaldo Chianti red wine.
Smooth Italian Pinot Noir red wine by the glass.
Full bottle of smooth Italian Stemmari Pinot Noir red wine.
Traditional Italian Sangiovese red wine by the glass.
Full bottle of traditional Italian Barbanera Sangiovese red wine.
Robust Italian Montepulciano red wine by the glass.
Full bottle of robust Italian Bajo Montepulciano red wine.
Bold Sonoma Zinfandel red wine by the glass with rich fruit flavors.
Full bottle of bold Sonoma St. Francis Zinfandel red wine.
Full-bodied Californian Cabernet Sauvignon by the glass.
Full bottle of full-bodied Californian Simi Cabernet Sauvignon.
Harmonious Italian red blend wine by the glass.
Full bottle of harmonious Italian Mezzacorona red blend wine.
Juicy Sonoma Barbera red wine by the glass with bright acidity.
Full bottle of juicy Sonoma Orsi Family Barbera red wine.
Crisp, refreshing Italian lager on draft with a smooth finish.
Classic European pilsner on draft with a pristine foam head.
Bold and hoppy IPA on draft featuring tropical fruit and citrus hop notes.
Rich, golden Mexican lager on draft, smooth and refreshing.
Classic American pale ale on draft with a balanced malt and hop profile.
Classic American lager in a bottled serving, crisp and refreshing.
Light American lager in a bottle with fewer calories and crisp taste.
Premium non-alcoholic beer in a bottle delivering authentic brew flavor.
Classic refreshing Coca-Cola soda served chilled with ice.
Crisp and refreshing diet cola with zero sugar.
Crisp lemon-lime flavored carbonated soft drink.
Premium Italian sparkling mineral water served chilled.
Freshly brewed traditional iced tea served over ice with lemon.
Refreshing house-made lemonade prepared with fresh lemons and pure cane sugar.
Tart and sweet premium cranberry juice served chilled.
Freshly poured 100% pure orange juice with a bright citrus flavor.
Nestled in the historic and vibrant heart of San Francisco's North Beach neighborhood, Sotto Mare stands as an iconic bastion of old-school Italian-American seafood dining. With its distinctive nautical decor, bustling open kitchen, and lively, nostalgic atmosphere, stepping inside feels like walking into a beloved neighborhood trattoria straight off the Ligurian coast. Diners consistently rave about the electric energy and warm, courteous service provided by the staff, even during peak weekend rushes when lines form down Green St.
Sotto Mare is universally celebrated for its legendary seafood creations. As enthusiastic diner Manny Chava notes, "Richie's Marinated Cold Cracked Dungeness Crab... has to be the best crab I have ever had in my life." Paired alongside fresh East and West Coast oysters on the half shell and buttery clam chowder, the appetizers set a high culinary bar. However, the undisputed crown jewel of the menu is "The Best Damn Crab Cioppino". Packed to the brim with half a Dungeness crab, fresh mussels, clams, prawns, bay scallops, bay shrimp, and calamari served over pasta, this shareable masterpiece delivers an explosion of mild, perfectly balanced seafood flavors that draws food lovers from around the globe.
Beyond the signature cioppino, the kitchen excels in comforting pasta and risotto dishes. Reviewer Sy W highlights the seafood risotto, praising its generous portion of fresh seafood and seasoning that is "not too heavy or creamy." Whether you opt for the velvety lobster ravioli, linguine with Manila clams, or the fiery Crab Diavolo, every plate reflects a commitment to fresh, homestyle coastal cooking. Complementing the meal is an extensive, well-priced list of Italian and Californian wines, featuring sweet white dolce wines and crisp prosecco that elevate the dining experience.
Because Sotto Mare does not take standard small-group reservations for dinner, savvy patrons recommend arriving early right around opening time to beat the evening rush. While the indoor dining room can get quite cozy and bustling, outdoor seating offers a charming alternative on sunny San Francisco afternoons. Accommodating, friendly, and deeply authentic, Sotto Mare continues to deliver a quintessentially San Franciscan seafood feast that leaves every guest eager to return.
1322 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133
725 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133
490 Pacific Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133
531 Jackson St, San Francisco, CA 94133
52 Belden Pl, San Francisco, CA 94104
39 Pier, San Francisco, CA 94133
Yes! Sotto Mare offers an exceptional selection of gluten-free seafood options, including raw oysters on the half shell, clam shooters, cold cracked Dungeness crab, steamed mussels and clams in broth, and fresh fish fillets (such as sand dabs, petrale sole, and salmon) served with seasonal vegetables.
The absolute must-try signature dish is 'The Best Damn Crab Cioppino,' loaded with half a Dungeness crab, mussels, clams, prawns, bay scallops, bay shrimp, and calamari over penne pasta. Diners also rave about Richie's Marinated Cold Cracked Dungeness Crab.
Sotto Mare does not take standard small-group reservations, so the best strategy is to arrive early right when they open at 11:30 AM or join the waitlist early, as it is one of the busiest and most popular spots in North Beach.
Prices range from $1.50 for individual clams on the half shell and $10 for house wines or clam chowder bowls, up to $54.95 for the massive, two-person shareable seafood cioppino specialty. Most pasta and fish entrees range between $26 and $32.
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