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4.2 (235 reviews)
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Fish-N-Chips 24.50
Xinyu L.

Popi's Oysterette provided solid food, great service, and excellent on-street atmosphere. They are family friendly to boot! We visited for lunch and ordered the cioppino, fish and chips and Manila clam pasta. All the dishes were good but nothing stood out as game changing. If I had to comment about 1 thing, I felt the clam pasta was a bit too salty to my liking. It was a lovely day for outdoor dining and people watching on Chestnut St. This was the highlight of the experience. If you're in the area and have a hankering for seafood, give them a try!

Ashley R.

Nice for happy hour! Came here on a friday afternoon, no reservation- was a bit crowded but we were able to be easily seated as a party of 2. Because it was happy hour, we focused on that menu, but they gave us their specials and standard menus as well. We ordered half a dozen oysters, mussels, and fries, plus a rose and espresso martini. I thought the fries and drinks were the best parts. I was really excited for the oysters, but they were honestly way too fishy with a bad after taste. I'm glad we only got half a dozen rather than a full dozen. The mussels were a lot better than the oysters, though a little small and some of the mussels in the bowl lost their meat (so it was just the hard shell taking up space). The rose and espresso martini drinks were good - the espresso martini came in a simple cup, not a martini glass, which was a little strange, but the drink itself was great. The fries were solidly delicious. Overall, I think I would come back here for happy hour to grab a bite and drink with friends. I don't think I would get oysters again, but other things on their menu make up for it.

Carrie C.

This ended up being a great stop after a stroll along Chrissy Field. The Marina area is a nice place to wander around, lots of people walking, biking and running along the water, or just hanging out. We grabbed a mix of oysters and they had a pretty decent variety. The Kumamoto definitely stood out, clean, sweet, and creamy. Food was good and service was attentive. The space itself is bright with a casual vibe. It feels lively but still relaxed. They have outdoor seating, which is perfect on a nice day, especially if you just came from walking along the water and want to keep soaking up the sun a bit longer.

Oysters
Shirley C.

Cute spot to stop for lunch if you are exploring around the area. We came by on a Monday afternoon and got seated right away. Shared a dozen oysters, the Dungeness crab roll, and the Manila clams with pasta. The Kumamoto oysters were easily my favorite, super fresh, creamy, and a little sweet. The clams and pasta were light and really flavorful, and the bread was perfect for soaking up all the sauce. The crab roll was just okay, not a ton of crab and a lot of lettuce taking up space. Honestly, the fries were the highlight of that dish. They reminded me of McDonalds fries, light and crispy on the outside with a soft inside. They also have happy hour deals, but we got there a little too early to catch them.

Jennifer L.

This spot is so cute and the vibes are so fun here! It is a little pricey, but what can you expect from this type of restaurant and in the marina neighborhood? The seafood was definitely fresh so highly recommended! The service was nice. We walked in for two and got seated right away. Everything came fairly quick.

Jacqueline L.

Such a lovely little date night spot in the Marina! We came here for a cozy night out and were really impressed. The oysters were fresh and briny, the clam chowder was rich and comforting without being heavy, and the pasta was genuinely incredible. Everything felt thoughtfully prepared and well balanced. The space is intimate and charming, perfect for an easy, relaxed date night. Great food, warm atmosphere, and a neighborhood feel that makes you want to linger a bit longer. Would absolutely come back for another date night!

Lobster roll
Ethel C.

Cute and clean corner spot with solid service serving very fresh tasting seafood. They were very professional with the oysters (no sand/broken bits, good amount of juice), came with a nice selection of toppings. The Maine lobster roll and the Dungeness crab roll were both very filled with nice big chunks that were not rubbery. Sauce wasn't overly mayo/cloying, still refreshing. Bread was excellent. Thin fries were piping hot and crispy. Obviously, SF prices and not exactly the stuffed to the bursting brim type of rolls we use to get back in the east coast but solid for a legit clean seafood restaurant in the city.

Fish and chips. Yum.
Lenore N.

So glad I found this place. What a great addition to the Marina. Seafood is amazingly fresh and tasty. Oysters, creamy and bright. Best fish and chips around. And the salads are large, equally balanced and full of seafood. It's become my favorite seafood house. And for lots of others too, as they are consistently busy. Wait staff is accommodating and pleasant

Albacore tostadas
Pia V.

Stopped by here while in the neighborhood for an early dinner. There was only one table outside and the rest of the restaurant was empty. We walked in and one of the people in the kitchen approached and let us know that the server stepped out but that we can sit inside out outside while we wait. We sat outside since it was not too cold of a night, which is rare in the city. Some tables have heat lamps, but we opted for one without as it had a nice bench. We ordered a beer, crab roll that comes with an option of fries or salad, albacore tostadas, half dozen raw oysters, and mili grilled oysters - which comes in two. The food came out quick. Raw oysters were perfectly cleaned and were fresh. Their house hot sauce were great on them as well. The mili grilled oysters were also delicious, but not as spicy as I expected since it said it had jalapenos on the menu. The albacore tostadas were delicious. They were a special of the day, but we would order them again and again if they were on the regular menu. These had a ton of thinly sliced jalapenos which gave it the spice I was looking for with the mili oysters, and the tuna was sliced perfectly. I'd probably only change the tostada itself as it was too flakey but still a great dish. The crab roll was very yummy as well. No shells, and didn't taste frozen. Also had a bunch of crab versus only fillers; e.g. celery. The roll itself was toasty, and the fries were very crispy. The beer went well with the seafood. Sometimes when we sit outside at restaurants the service can be spotty as they pay more attention to those inside. However, this was not the case at Popi's. They were very attentive to us, which was nice not having to flag anyone down. We talked about this meal the next morning as well. Definitely going back for more.

Menu as of Oct 2025
Sharon S.

Popi's has been one of the top places I've been wanting to check out for over six months now. A friend and I decided to try it one day since there was a deal on InKind, $30 off purchase of $100 or more on Mon-Wed. On a Wednesday around 5 p.m., the place was pretty empty. Happy hour is offered from 3-5 p.m. Mon-Fri. We started from the HH menu with two glasses of the cava brut ($8 each), a dozen chef's selection oysters ($12 for half dozen) and an order of fries ($7). The oysters were pretty fresh but one tasted a bit off. There was also some sand in a couple of others. The fries came with a 'fancy' ranch which tasted exactly like tartar sauce. We moved onto the main menu a little while later. We decided to split the popcorn shrimp ($14.50) and crab louie salad ($36.50). The shrimp was a much bigger size than other popcorn shrimp I've had and came with the tail on, battered and fried. It had a good crisp and a fair amount of batter. The server who was friendly and quick had the kitchen split the salad for us. The salad tasted light and refreshing with a decent amount of crab, but a bit odd that every piece of lettuce was coated in olive oil with the thousand island dressing on the side. Popi's has a few outdoor tables. Inside is quaint and cozy. By the time time we left around 7 p.m., we were the only patrons, which is out of the ordinary for this part of the city. We left a 20% tip with our meal and the restaurant also tacks on an additional automatic 7% service charge, which they do for employee benefits (per the menu). It was an average experience overall but disappointing for me as I had really high expectations for the place that has been on my list of top want to visits for so long.

Clams with sausage and beans
Helen W.

The restaurant is not very big but does have outdoor seating. Our waitress was great. She tended to us relatively quick and make some great suggestions. The food was really good and fresh. We especially enjoyed the corn salad as well as the steamed clams with sausage and beans. Parking can be a little difficult in the area so just be prepared.

Fried calamari
Julie S.

Tried out Popi's with my husband and son. It was very busy in the restaurant and in the street. The staff was super friendly. The dishes were all very tasty. Really enjoyed the calamari, clam chowder,oysters, pasta. I was surprised by the mussel with mustard flavor. Enjoyed the ambiance

Dungeness Crab Roll
Betty C.

My partner and I stopped by Popi's Oysterette in the Marina during Fleet Week, and honestly, everything was perfect. The weather, the vibes, the food, the service it all came together for such a great meal. We ordered a little bit of everything: the calamari (a touch salty, but still super tasty), baja shrimp tacos (major yum), Dungeness crab roll, manila clam linguine, fish and chips, and half a dozen fresh oysters (Hog Island Sweetwater, Kumamoto, and Sunset). Every single dish was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully done. To our surprise, we actually finished everything -- except the fish and chips, which says a lot because the portions were generous. Popi's definitely lives up to the hype, and I can already see this becoming one of our go-to spots whenever we're in the area.

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Hi! Do you have outdoor dining?

Hi Lisa, Yes, we have outdoor seating on both Chestnut St and Steiner St, with heaters.

What is cross st in chestnut?

@ Steiner St

Do you offer takeout?

Hi, Judy. Yes, we offer a limited takeout menu (soup, salads, sandwiches) -- we are on DoorDash.

Happy hour ... what on the menu & prices?

Hi LQ, Our menu is posted on our website.… Read more

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