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    The Trident

    3.2 (1.3k reviews)
    PriceySeafood, American

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    THE TRIDENT ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Cute menus
    Nancy C.

    A gorgeous day by the water with seafood and great service. We visited Trident on a beautiful Saturday and were lucky to snag outdoor seating with an amazing view and perfect weather. The vibe was relaxed and inviting, and the staff greeted us with genuine friendliness. We kicked things off with half a dozen oysters and spicy Bloody Marys. I was especially excited for the Bloody Mary since they make their own mix, using Hanson habanero vodka. It was a tasty idea in theory, but I found the drink lacking flavor and ended up adding Tabasco to bring it to life. The bread and butter arrived next and was fantastic, there's nothing like good bread to start a meal, and this hit the mark. As for the oysters, they were fresh and flavorful, though I preferred smaller oysters rather than the larger ones. The blistered Shishito peppers were perfectly blistered and flavorful. For the Frito Misto, the calamari was a bit overcooked and tough, but the jumbo prawns and the artichoke stole the show and were amazing. For mains, we ordered the famous Shrimp Po'Boy and upgraded to truffle fries. By the time the main course arrived, we were already fairly full, so I only took a few bites. The truffle fries were cooked to perfection with garlic, oil, and texture were all on point. We boxed up the rest of the peppers, the sandwich, and the fries to make room for dessert: the famous layered "fantasy cake" (a large dessert best shared). Dessert was another highlight, with Buena Vista's world-famous Irish coffee and a cappuccino. The coffee arrived lukewarm, which was a disappointing note. This morning, I dug back into the remaining sandwich, fries, and peppers and it was even better and the flavors held up and the leftovers proved surprisingly delicious. The overall quality of the food was good, and I would definitely go back. I'm not entirely sure why the average rating here is 3.5. I also enjoyed watching the clam chowder appear at several tables. the chowder in a bread bowl with Caesar salad looked incredible, though I don't eat bacon, so I didn't order it myself. I just admired it from afar. If you're looking for a place to savor a beautiful day by the water or enjoy an equally great indoors atmosphere, Trident is a solid choice in Sausalito. The food is good, the service is great, and the setting is fantastic. We sat for a little over two hours and never felt rushed by the staff. Tips: - Outdoor seating offers unbeatable views on nice days. - Expect freshly baked bread with a standout butter. - The Bloody Mary can benefit from a personal spice adjustment. - Consider sharing larger apps and saving room for the famous desert cake. Would I return? Yes. If you love seafood, a scenic marina vibe, and attentive service, Trident is worth a visit.

    Kehn H.

    We just finished attending a wedding ceremony, my family and I headed here for the reception. Valet was posted at $18/hr, but since the newlyweds reserved the place from 5 PM to close, it was actually $18 flat. I didn't confirm with the manager, so I parked 200 feet away for $45 all day. Meanwhile, one of my cousins argued with a valet until the newlyweds clarified that all guests should've been charged the $18 wedding rate. Inside, the first thing I noticed was the smell of coffee which, it randomly made me think of Mexican coffee. I ordered an espresso and my usual Moscow Mule while waiting for the rest of the family to arrive from SF City Hall. The ladies at my table went with Peach Bellinis and Guava Rum Punches, and we had a couple of refills so, we were getting drunk before the party started. Starters were a wedge salad with clam chowder, and mains were a choice of fish & chips, Petaluma chicken, or salmon. My table stuck with fish & chips and salmon, both were solid. We sat at a window table with beautiful views and fresh air. Tons of photos and videos were taken, and the vibe was lively with a mariachi band playing for three hours. Even the staff pulled out their phones to record, and it honestly felt like they were having as much fun as we were. Hopefully, we didn't get too loud for the neighbors across the street.

    Festival Cake - don't ask, just eat it.
    Wendy S.

    So, was planning to go to The Barrel House but, when we came across this place and read about the history, totally changed our minds. Great experience! I loved the interior. It felt like visiting someone's cool house in the '70's I never order fish and chips. Too many calories for something that might be mushy. My judgment was good. This was excellent. Very crunchy and the cod was super fresh. The waiter was fun. We split the Frank Sinatra Festival Cake, flourless chocolate cake, chocolate mousse, cheesecake, and roasted strawberries. What?! Yes, I was really good! Definitely coming back!

    Cynthia W.

    I love this place! I had the sea scallops last night with Parmesan Risotto, Cherry Tomatoes, Delta Asparagus, Bacon, Fresh Arugula, HMB English Peas, Chipotle Crema. It was so delicious. Scallops perfectly cooked. We ordered a lovely bottle of wine. We also had the frito mixto and I had a negroni. All fantastic. The ambiance can't be beat. I love the relaxed vibe with reggae playing. The deck overlooking the bay is huge and wonderful. We saw a harbor seal while we were eating. We ate here during Covid in March - it was chilly and they gave us all space blankets. We're always pretty goofy and our servers have always been super fun. The food is great, the drinks are great, the ambiance is amazing.

    The Trident Sunrise $18
    Camela S.

    We had a good experience here. The restaurant is vintage with a great view. The server was nice and attentive but the food took an extraordinary amount of time to come out. I really enjoyed the Trident Sunrise cocktail and the Petaluma Chicken, I'll visit again for those alone. My husband said the star of the show on the Fisherman's Catch platter were the baked oysters.

    Interior shot of the signage reading birthplace to the Tequila Sunrise, 1972
    Gina G.

    What a treat to have a day in Sausalito with beautiful weather and beautiful views with friends for a birthday celebration. Our buddy called to make a larger reservation outdoors and fyi, that's the ticket! We had a corner table with the most beautiful backdrop of the water, boats, SF, and clear skies. Such a treat, would highly recommend if wanting the same vibe to call ahead. The Trident is a historic staple to the area, establishing the Tequila Sunrise in 1972..fun fact! The restaurant is pretty large and has a psychedelic vibe to it, with odes to those that frequented this spot like the Stones and Janis Joplin. Loved our waiter (Mify?), he even put a tiny birthday hat on to join our squad in celebration. We ordered the Whitefish Ceviche (recommend!) and Oysters to start for the table, followed by a cup of the Creamy San Francisco Clam Chowder and Classic New England Style Lobster Roll for me. Delicious soup! I'm a big fan of creamy chowders and this one according to the menu is a 60-year recipe and had bacon, yum-tastic. The lobster roll unfortunately didn't do it for me ~ I should have asked what "classic New England style" meant, because I wasn't expecting more of a lobster salad vs. warm lobster/butter pieces. So, that's on me! Although I wonder if anyone else has run into that issue when ordering the lobster roll? I opted for a Caesar salad upgrade vs. fries, but was still given fries anyways. A simple error turned out to be a fun meal add-on I wasn't expecting. Fries were crispy, would order differently next time. My husband ordered the Shrimp Po' Boy and that was delicious! It mentioned "famous" next to it, so had to try it ~ well worth the buttermilk bliss! Something to also note, they have awesome Kid's Meals which come in Bento Boxes (see pic). Plenty of food for the curious eater. Now that I'm taking this into consideration, I have to shout out the spots that give ample kiddo love in creative ways! Well done there! Overall I would def. come back for apps, drinks, live music, the chowder, and potentially try a few other menu items with the outdoor view when I'm ready to open the wallet a bit to splurge on an experience vs. just a meal.

    Clam chowder and Whitefish Ceviche
    Vicky R.

    Absolutely incredible experience. We came in the middle of the afternoon for a snack so it wasn't too busy, and they seated us at a cozy table with beautiful views. The clam chowder was perfect and the ceviche was one of my favorites. We also got the fries which were perfectly crispy. We shared a pot of tea which was nourishing for a cold day. So happy we had the chance to stop by here!

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    Annie L.

    Another Sausalito classic! I've tried many of Sausalito's waterfront restaurants and Trident did not disappoint! Trident is located at the end, with great Bay views spanning from Tiburon, Angel Island, Alcatraz and the city. Service was quick and attentive. We started off with the Frito Misto (MUST get) which is a great starter dish with many seafood: fresh cod, jumbo prawns, calamari with zucchini and yellow squash. You can taste how fresh the seafood was! For entrees, we ordered the Steak Frites, Linguine Alfredo with prawns and Burst Cherry Tomato Pasta with prawns. Look at the size of the dishes! You will leave feeling stuffed! Large portions, decent pricing, good food, you can't go wrong at Trident. The seagulls on the patio made us laugh so hard! They're such cunning creatures, looking around for their new meal and pecking at the pepper jars.

    OYSTERS On-The-1/2-Shell
    John P.

    We were recommended The Trident by a friend, so we decided to check it out since he said it was really good. We walked in around 2:30 pm on a weekday for lunch and got seated right away outside, which I highly recommend if the weather's nice. The view of San Francisco from the patio is incredible, and there's enough shade to stay comfortable. The service was great. Our hostess was super friendly and checked in on us a couple of times. Food came out pretty fast, maybe 10-15 minutes after we ordered. As for the food, it was good, but nothing mind-blowing. We ordered a few of their popular dishes: the shrimp po'boy, oysters, Trident cioppino, chile slaw, clam chowder, and creme brûlée (which they gave us on the house for my birthday...Very sweet!). I'd personally skip the chile slaw and the clam chowder. The slaw didn't really have any chile flavor, maybe a stray bell pepper or two, and the chowder... honestly one of the blandest I've had. The highlights for me were the shrimp po'boy, oysters, and the creme brûlée. The sandwich was simple but solid. It had crispy shrimp and was in soft bread. Oysters were sweet! The creme brûlée was a classic, well-executed dessert. The cioppino was also pretty good. Had lots of seafood and the garlic bread on the side was perfectly toasted. All in all, it's a decent spot with great views and solid service. Not sure I'd rush back, but I'm glad we tried it.

    Trident Cheese Burger
    Pascale S.

    I had a pretty good lunch at the Trident. Came here with a large group with a reservation. Service was painfully slow, even though the restaurant didn't seemed slammed and there were lots of empty tables around us. At the end we had to get up to leave and pay at the front since we waited for the check so long. I got the burger which was pretty good. It didn't wow me and the price was a little high for it to be only okay. The vibe here is the best part of the restaurant. We sat out on the back deck above the water and had great views of the city across the bay.

    The Buena Vista's "World Famous" Irish Coffee
    Tariq M.

    The Trident is an absolute gem in Sausalito--with incredible views, warm service, and the perfect Irish coffee to top it all off. Our party stopped in and each had the double Buena Vista Irish Coffee, and wow--what a treat. Rich, smooth Peerless organic coffee, a generous pour of Tullamore D.E.W., and a cloud of fresh whipped heavy cream... it was perfectly balanced and soul-warming, especially with the bay breeze just outside the window. To our surprise, they also served complimentary sourdough bread, which paired wonderfully with the drinks. A simple touch, but so appreciated. Whether you're starting your day or winding it down, The Trident nails that classic coastal charm with quality to match. We'll absolutely be back.

    Jasmin S.

    Ambience was relaxing and I loved the service. I really enjoyed the food and views of the water. I recommend sitting outside especially when there is no fog outside.

    Old Fashion
    Jennifer L.

    Beautiful beachfront restaurant with stunning bay views. We sat outside on the covered patio, soaking up the perfect summer weather, and were treated to the unforgettable sight of dolphins swimming by right from our table. The restaurant offers valet parking, which was very convenient since finding parking on the weekend can be difficult. Overall, we had a wonderful family outing here and definitely plan to return. Dishes we tried: Whitefish Ceviche -- 4/5 Grilled Baja Fish Tacos -- 4/5 Linguini Alfredo Rosé with Chicken - 4/5 Shrimp Po' Boy --3 /5 Trident Cheeseburger -- 3/5

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    Is this place dog friendly?

    Yes, we sat on the deck with our dog and other people had dogs as well, make reservations!

    Is there a dress code for lunch?

    No, people wear daytime attire, everything from t-shirts and shorts to upscale resort wear. No ties coats or dresses mandatory.

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    They have specials every Friday from 5pm-8pm for the entire restaurant.

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