San Francisco

Waterbar Private Dining

Waterbar offers 6 private dining rooms in Embarcadero. Listed spaces accommodate up to 180 guests. Seafood cuisine.

Waterbar is an exceptional seafood restaurant located at 399 The Embarcadero South at Harrison Street in San Francisco's scenic Embarcadero district, offering outstanding sustainable seafood cuisine with an impressive 4.6 rating and excellent value at $31-50 pricing under the expert guidance of Executive Chef Parke Ulrich in a casual elegant dining style that showcases spectacular waterfront views of San Francisco Bay and the iconic Bay Bridge. This distinguished establishment specializes in sustainable seafood sourced from both local and international waters, respecting seasonality and the natural essence of the sea while creating innovative dishes that celebrate the ocean's bounty in sophisticated preparations that highlight the pristine quality of carefully selected fish and shellfish in a waterfront setting that perfectly complements the aquatic dining experience. The restaurant operates comprehensive service seven days a week with lunch served daily from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM and dinner Monday through Thursday and Sunday from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Friday and Saturday from 5:00 PM to 9:15 PM, providing consistent excellence across multiple dayparts in a spectacular bayfront location that offers unparalleled views and exceptional hospitality. Waterbar features a unique multi-level design with the entire second floor dedicated to private dining, including a private kitchen, full bar, 60-seat bay front dining room, and outdoor terraces that take full advantage of the restaurant'

Seafood · Embarcadero · $31-50

Full buyout available

PRIVATE DINING

Private Rooms & Event Spaces

6 rooms
The Bridge Tower Room at Waterbar

The Bridge Tower Room

Up to 60 guests· Fully private

A second-floor private dining room under the Bay Bridge with wall-to-wall windows and a private terrace.

Best for Rehearsal dinner · Cocktail reception · Corporate dinner

$75/person
✓ Seated 60✓ Standing 75✓ Outdoor
Full House Buyout at Waterbar

Full House Buyout

Up to 180 guests· Full buyout

A full restaurant buyout with exclusive access to the bar and patio areas; the official page lists capacity as ideal for 180 seated guests or 350 reception-style guests.

Best for Cocktail reception · Corporate dinner · Holiday party

$75/person
✓ Seated 180✓ Standing 350✓ Outdoor
The Looking Glass at Waterbar

The Looking Glass

Up to 24 guests

A second-floor indoor/outdoor private dining space overlooking the main bar with Bay Bridge views.

Best for Cocktail reception · Birthday · Rehearsal dinner

$75/person
✓ Seated 24✓ Standing 50
A Buyout of Waterbar at Waterbar

A Buyout of Waterbar

50–180 guests· Full buyout

Reserve the entire restaurant for a seated event for 180 people or a standing reception of 350 people.

Best for Cocktail reception · Holiday party · Corporate dinner

$75/person
✓ Standing 349✓ Private bar
The Looking Glass and Terrace Bar at Waterbar

The Looking Glass and Terrace Bar

15–27 guests· Patio

This loft bar and large outside terrace is perfect for a cocktail party.

Best for Cocktail reception · Holiday party · Birthday

$75/person
✓ Standing 50✓ Private bar✓ Outdoor
The Bridge Tower at Waterbar

The Bridge Tower

20–60 guests

This room is nestled directly beneath the Bay Bridge with a fantastic view of the San Francisco Bay!

Best for Cocktail reception · Corporate dinner · Holiday party

$75/person
✓ Seated 60✓ Standing 74✓ Private bar

Hours and location

Waterbar

399 The Embarcadero South, San Francisco, CA 94105

(415) 284-9922

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Hours
Monday11:30–14:30, 17:00–21:00
Tuesday11:30–14:30, 17:00–21:00
Wednesday11:30–14:30, 17:00–21:00
Thursday11:30–14:30, 17:00–21:00
Friday11:30–14:30, 17:00–21:15
Saturday11:30–14:30, 17:00–21:15
Sunday11:30–14:30, 17:00–21:00

Private dining facts

How many guests can Waterbar accommodate?

The largest listed private space accommodates up to 180 guests. Individual room capacities are shown above.

Is private dining availability live?

Availability is confirmed by inquiry unless a room explicitly offers direct event booking. SpotPrivate does not claim live inventory where the venue has not provided it.

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