Hi Dive is one of those places we kept walking by and finally decided to stop into and I'm so glad we did. Being new to the area, it's also right across the street from our temporary housing, so it felt long overdue. We stopped in on a Saturday night and the vibe was immediately great. Super relaxed, fun, and easygoing. It honestly looked like Christmas threw up inside, which I absolutely loved. All the decorations made the place feel festive, cozy, and full of character. The two waitresses working that night were amazing. They were clearly working their asses off but still stayed friendly, welcoming, and on top of everything. You could tell they knew how to hustle while keeping the energy positive, which really made the night better. They had a fun variety of holiday drinks along with plenty of non-holiday options. Drinks were solid, food was good, and everything came out smoothly even with the crowd. Hi Dive checks all the boxes great vibe, awesome staff, festive atmosphere, and solid food and drinks. We'll definitely be back and are happy to have this spot so close by. read more

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First time here Walking to Gate G to catch the ferry from SF to Alameda and we had some time to kill Full bar Lots of seating but in a small area lol Ocean view Our server was very attentive and friendly My friend ordered a fresh spritz initially then he went ham and said EFFF IT GIVE ME AN APEROL SPRITZ So our server cancelled the fresh spritz with the bar tender BUT NOT ON OUR TAB We paid it without noticing until later !! While we were in line for our Ferry My friend called No answer (Understandably it's a busy weekend) It's been over 24 hrs and no call back So we were charged $12 for a drink we didn't get Super WOMPERS At some point I hope someone calls us to rectify this matter This venue is small and gets very crowded when there is a Giants game Nice spot to chill and hang out Good spot to pre game or after game Gets full FAST so secure your seat read more

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Giving this place another try, I went with their F-Line Burger this time. It came with a 6.5-oz beef patty on a sesame seed bun with cheddar cheese, bacon, caramelized onions, BBQ sauce, plus lettuce, tomato, pickle, and raw onion. I have to say, the burger was much better than their salad. I ordered the beef medium-rare and it was cooked exactly to my liking. The caramelized onions paired really well with the BBQ sauce, and I especially liked that the bun seemed to be lightly pan-fried, giving it a bit of crispiness. Overall, I thought it was quite delicious. I substituted the fries for a side of coleslaw, which was... let's just say not very traditional. It was noticeably pinker than most coleslaws, giving off a strong ketchup vibe. Still, it was acceptable, and I was happy that they accommodated my request. That said, at $23, the price felt too high for what you get. read more

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Incredible bar with great water views! I've been here many times with friends and the service has always been super friendly. We've gotten a variety of food and drinks. Last time we had the buffalo wings and the patty melt. All absolutely delicious. Such a gem of a place in the city! read more

Stopped by the holiday festivities. They have some okay bites and decent drinks. Not much in the non-alcoholic department, unfortunately. There are a good amount of smaller tables around. read more

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Perfect spot to hit before a game! Good vibes and nice people. You guys they have MINI CORNDOGS my day is made read more

Hi Dive - Ninny muggins holiday cocktail - Dive Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

Hi Dive is a bar located at Pier 28 1/2 in San Francisco. Over the years, I have met friends there for a beer or two. On a nice sunny day, Hi Dive is a great place to hang out, especially if you can find a seat outside. Hi-Dive has a history that dates back to 1935. It started as a small wood-framed bar and restaurant. For many years, it was known as Boondocks and was a popular dive bar for locals and tourists alike. As the area around Pier 28 1/2 was restored, more businesses and residents moved in. Hi Dive adapted to these changes and became a bright, cozy place with a relaxed atmosphere and great views of the San Francisco Bay and the Bay Bridge. Its location near Oracle Park, the San Francisco Giants home, makes it a popular stop during baseball season. People also visit year-round for its affordable menu. Personally, I've never had a full meal there, but I can vouch for their garlic and potato fries--they are delicious! On the day my friend visited, we met at Hi Dive for a beer and shared an order of garlic fries before heading out for dinner. The two ladies serving the large crowd outside on the patio were very professional and friendly. As always, we had a pleasant experience. Hi Dive also has a small but nice indoor space, with a long bar that seats about eight to ten people and approximately a dozen tables. Hi Dive offers stunning views of San Francisco Bay and the Bay Bridge. It has a good wine list and serves basic bar food and more. As I mentioned, outdoor seating allows guests to enjoy their meals and drinks while enjoying the beautiful scenery. read more

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Love coming to this spot after red java house since they're right next to each other. I love their outdoor seating and the views. Ordered their hangover sampler which had a bunch of small bites guaranteed to cure that hangover. Jello shots are a must. read more

A pretty good pre-gaming spot to hit up before a ballgame or an event at PacBell Park (i'm never gonna vibe with that 'Oracle' moniker) with a decent selection of beers and an above average food menu that includes local standards and bar favorites. it gets incredibly busy and bustlin' on game days for obvious reasons and the ambiance and ambient noise can get all ruckus but you're not coming here for a book club atmosphere. it's just a short walk away from one of the best baseball ball parks in the country and in between 2 Muni light rail stops...because vehicle parking around the area is ridiculously expensive and taking public transit is better than dealing with the traffic on weekdays. read more

Ambiance Food What a Killer spot !!! Right beneath the Bay Bridge where fun meets views of the Bay and a day @ the ballpark. Cold beer, nice cocktails and snack menu. Have had some super fun times here. This time the server fell short but I'm sure game days are challenging everywhere. 3.5 stars Still love this place. Parking is a challenge so take public transportation or pay to park at nearby lots or meters. Worth it!!! read more

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Atmosphere is chill and you can really tell the bartenders enjoy what their doing but they are definitely busy and it can hard to catch them for a drink. Great menu, I highly recommend the vegan chili which was absolutely delicious. Prices are high but it is SF. Bathrooms available inside. Outside seating also available. Sit by the bar or get a table. Either way stop by and check it out for yourself. read more

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Was my fallback bar in San Francisco but really disappointed today Sat at the bar for a couple beers, was barely acknowledged pretty low customer service. I get if you're busy but a bar should be friendly... read more

Pier 28 and Pier 30 are super fun! This weekend was Fleet Week at Pier 30...I decided to try Hi Dive and Red's Java House...first time at Pier 30..it was nice out..the view of the bridge and pier was interesting...took photos..festive weekend at the Embarcadero...Fleet Week t-shirt for $10..jello shots for $3..fun to try and hang out..take photos and ask too many questions..and spend some money..they had necklaces with beads..festive..Cheers? Where nobody cares about your name! That's SF! read more

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This review is only for the service and space. Space - with a parking spot next door and a view of the bridge, this place is a good option for your party needs. Not to mention there's an outdoor patio for larger parties but if it's not reserved, perfect space for chilling outside with a nice brewski. Service - Pat was awesome. Yes, he was our bartender but we had a moment when we connected over good food recommendations. Great minds think alike. Will definitely come back if we're around the area. read more

After a long work week I felt the need to get out for a walk. Nearby is Hi Dive on the Embarcadero at Bryant St. Usually busy on any given day, and especially on Giants game day. It was a late afternoon on Friday (non game day). As I walked in, I was warmly greeted by the bartender. And my server - Kelly - I remembered from previous visits. Always super friendly and attentive. On this visit I ordered a Vodka Cranberry and the Chicken Wings. Super tasty with some kick. The atmosphere was super chill. The vibe was like being at a house party - everyone seemed to know each other. It was obvious that many were regular customers. Like family. I need to make more return visits. read more

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Fun spot with a great outdoor patio - good vibes for after work drinks, but bring a hat because it gets a lot of sunshine. The fish and chips were ok. Nice service. read more

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My friends and I were heading towards the ferry when we wanted a snack. We came across Hi Dive and it couldn't have gone better! Our waitress Megan was so sweet, kind and helpful! Not only did she provide excellent and quick service but gave us so many helpful information on where and how to get on the ferry. Amazing staff all around, fun and lively environment too. Will definitely be visiting again next time! read more

This little spot became my favorite when k was in SF. It was always lively and I had fun every time I was there. I hope to pop in the next time I visit SF. read more

We've been trying all of the dive bars along the Embarcadero since moving to the area last year. The Hi Dive has consistently been the best. Reliably great food, good friendly service, and large drinks. A great casual place to hang out on the water. It's now our favorite casual place when we don't want to get dressed up or pay a fortune for lunch. Great hamburgers and the best battered onion rings in the city. read more

Meant to get this review done earlier when I still had the receipt in hand.. going off memory now from Oct. 2023 Fleet week. Took a homeschool day to tour the USS John P Murtha during the week since we would miss the air show this year. (Great time - different review!) We parked in a lot right next to the ship which just happens to be right next to Hi Dive as well. Anywhere else we wanted to dine was another drive and didn't want to pay for more parking. My kiddos were a bit as they say "sus" because it did look like a "Dive" at first. However, the waitress saw us using our phones to look up the menu and told us to come on in and pick a seat, they would be open in 10 min. She was awesome.. super friendly, very hip (is that still a word? LOL). Very attentive until things started to pick up so when we needed anything after our food was delivered we had to find her or get it ourselves (water, napkins).. She was the only server and the ambiance was cool, especially with the ship we just visited in the background! Yes, it's overpriced, but it's San Francisco, on the waterfront. So, I'm not going to get too upset on that. I expected it as even on the other side of the bay isn the valley, it's the same way. However, the food was just ok. I ordered the Beyond Burger.. happy they offered. The boys had a cheeseburger and a chicken sandwich. They both said they were good, but nothing better than other places (and then they mentioned a few other places they'd rather eat at) Fries were plentiful and pretty good, had some nice seasoning and were not soggy. We all had sodas, no alcoholic beverages as "teacher" on the trip.. again, I don't have the receipt handy, it was something like $86 for 3 of us. Would I seek this place out? No. Would I eat here again? Yes if it was convenient - service was friendly and location is great for ballgames and Fleet week, and probably a few other things. Looks like they have some good drinks if you aren't driving. read more

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San Francisco, Pier 28 1/2 The Embarcadero August 2022 An "old school" waterfront dive under the San Francisco - Oakland Bay Bridge with a million dollar bay view. Actually, they've only been around since early in this century, though they have an "old school" lease based on sales, not sq footage value, from the Port Of San Francisco. If you're strolling The Embarcadero, especially from Bart to Oracle Park for a Giants game, you might stop in, and never make it to the ballpark. Want to pay ballpark beer prices or would your rather have a $3 PBR? The game will be on tv and you can almost see Oracle Park if you stand outside. Unlike a true dive, the bar and back shelves are clean, and the hard spirit selection is upscale - High West Double Rye and Glenlivet 12 year should give you an indication. But yes, you can get a Sex On The Beach rocks and a PBR. One of the multiple owners will always be around, and they're friendly to strangers. I was fortunate to find co-owner Ashley Freiburger behind the bar. Not only are her pours generous, but she's got good stories too. I'll be back next time I'm in town for a Giants day game. read more

Hi Dive - $3 PBRs and a million dollar waterfront view to Oakland across the bay. Note the word, "Draaanks!" - Dive Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

Great food, great atmosphere and great staff I highly recommend having lunch there or even a drink and apps.

Love this place! I've stopped in on many occasions with coworkers and again this week for a team holiday lunch. Festive decorations along with great staff, food and spirits makes for a good time out for the holidays. We had reservations for 12:30 and showed up at 11:50 and they were very accommodating. Appreciate that we could sit outside without freezing thanks to the heated tent. We all enjoyed the seasonal cocktails, the Filthy Animal was a huge hit! I usually get the fish and chips but wasn't disappointed with the burger. Great place to hang out with friends or before/after a ball game. read more

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In town for a work visit & met a local friend here. The food was amazing. The service was great and the vibe was perfect! Sometimes places aren't that welcoming to outsiders, but we felt like we fit right in! Highly recommend read more

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Food was good, I got a chili nacho and a little too many toppings for my liking but still tasty! Megan was my waitress and she was great! She's so friendly and inviting, would love to have her again. Ambiance is great, cute and by the water, not too crowded, very awesome people who work here & can definitely tell they have a good set of regulars! Will be back soon! read more

Hi Dive - Sugabutt - Dive Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

Location, location, location...this waterfront location is conveniently located just a short walk to the Stadium and Embarcadero Waterfront. It's a dive bar that serves locals and tourist. Everyone from staff to patrons were friendly and welcoming in this small establishment. Enjoy your drinks outdoor too on nicer days, but it was cold and windy when we visited. Fish and chips were nothing to write home about but still tasty and satisfying. Chowder could be thicker, but it had great flavor. Decor immerses you into a working fishing boat which really adds to the charm of this place. read more

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Stopped in for dinner before a Giants game. They had a limited menu available, but still good choices. I was looking forward to a turkey burger, but that was not on the limited menu. I got fish tacos instead. They were good. Very satisfying and a very good portion. Had a draft beer, an IPA. It was ice cold. The service was fast and friendly despite being extremely busy. The view from the windows inside are nice and they have outdoor seating as well. Enjoy those nice days by the water. Good place good vibes. read more

Best clam chowder ever served with toast under 20$ bar top style restaurant with outdoor seating and clear view to the San Francisco Bay

If one is looking to just grab a drink or two and enjoy a low key spot for a hole in the wall dive bar right in front of the pier, this place is it! Ordered up IPA and fried calamari was fresh! I adored their batter and dipping sauce! Outdoor seating limited and available. It was too windy and cold that day I dropped in to lounge outside. Nice window view of the ocean! read more

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A delightful surprise on the embarcadero! Surprisingly, few things are open on a Sunday before 11:30 where we are. As we walk around, killing time for a lunch spot to open, we went into hi dive! Right on the water, it's got a great view and it's deceptively spacious. A little dark inside, but the staff completely lit this spot up. From the festive Christmas decor and themed drinks, I never would have thought to look for holiday cheer here, but it found us all the same. The breakfast smelled amazing (alas we had made a reservation elsewhere) but the mimosas hit the spot. Definitely can't wait to stop back before or after a Giants game next season or even before if we're on a good quest next Sunday morning. read more

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The food is really good and the staff are friendly. The drinks are pretty strong so beware haha. Service was really fast. read more

Hi Dive - Beyond burger - Dive Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

Went in to get some tacos to go. Holy moly $18 for 2 tacos is steap! Took a very long to get our food, our friends went next door to reds Java and they finished their food before we even got ours. I also got clam chowder and it definitely lacked flavor, I needed to add 2 packets of salt. Inside was decorated Christmas and felt like it was a cozy place to have a drink.. but not food. read more

Hi Dive - Steak taco cod taco and clam chowder - Dive Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

Very popular spot before Giants games or events. It's crowded, can be loud, tough to get a table and the service is spotty but the quality of the food is consistently good. Good beer selection and the Bloody Mary was very good. read more

It's my local bar now, and I love it. Always friendly staff and great food. One of the best views in San Francisco. read more

I popped in here for lunch the other day and have no complaints. Really nice personable bartender, cold beer, and a great no frills cheeseburger that's exactly what you want when you want a burger in a joint like this. read more

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I've had a lot of good times and meals at this place. It is beautifully located and- if not a game day- it's completely doable for lunch or dinner. There's plenty of outdoor seating to take advantage of the lovely view, but I usually stay inside where there are tables and some cushioned seating looking out on the Bay. The food is tasty and portions are reasonable. I love their mozzarella cheese sticks and chips and dip. Their turkey sandwich and burgers are quite delicious. My partner adores their tacos and black bean chili. Needless to say, they have a variety of bar/pub food that is filling, well made, and high quality. This has consistent since the late 2000s. The staff are super nice and always get my order correct (for which I am very grateful), but service can be slow on a rowdy game day or during the after-work drinking rush. read more

Shout out to the server who was the only one there dealing with everyone out on the patio! She was quick, attentive, and did her best with the volume of people that were there. We came by a few weekends ago after our initial plans fell through. Outdoor seating, beer and pub food, we could deal with that for lunch! We had several drinks as well as quesadillas and salad for lunch. The servings are large, the beer and cider came cold, and the atmosphere is friendly. We spent about an hour for lunch and left very satisfied and happy. Nice place to sit near the water and relax with drinks and food. Definitely recommended. read more

I had a good time my first visit, so I went back to see if I can join their regulars, but when I asked the bartender if he remembered me, he told me he did, and that I was a pain in the ass. I know I wasn't a PITA, but that withstanding, it was shocking to hear him say that, so I left never to return. Jeez Louise. read more

We stopped here before a Giants game. Nice spot on the water. Service was good and the nachos weren't bad. Ambiance is a casual bar.

The calamari is the best!! And to mention the service was quick and really attentive regardless how busy. Don't forget to try the mix drinks they are all great!!!! read more