Where to Eat in San Francisco on Christmas Day

From hotel brunches, to delicious seafood dinners, there's a wide variety of restaurants to dine at this Christmas in San Francisco.

Are you visiting San Francisco for the holidays and want a place to dine on Christmas Day? Or maybe you have relatives in from out of town and your apartment can't hold all your visitors? Here are some options where you can have a delicious, memorable Christmas feast.

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.

PIER 39

(415) 781-4867

Stop by Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. for a Christmas Day lunch or dinner, open noon to 8 p.m. From hearty seafood dishes to amazing slow roasted ribs, there's something on the menu for everyone.

Explore Bubba Gump's Christmas Day specials

Crab House at Pier 39

PIER 39, Second Level, West Side

(415) 930-9400

Open from 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Christmas Day, this perennial favorite promises that only Dungeness crabs weighing at least two pounds make it to your table. So, strap on a bib and get to work! No reservations are taken for Christmas Day, making it the perfect place to walk-in on your own schedule. Bonus: they offer two hours of free validated parking at the PIER 39 garage.

Make a reservation at Crab House at Pier 39

Fog Harbor Fish House

PIER 39

(415) 969-2010

Open from 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Christmas Day, Fog Harbor Fish House will have their complete (and impressive!) regular menu. All tables on Christmas Day will be saved for walk-ins.

make a reservation at Fog Harbor Fish House

Fogo de Chao

201 Third St.

(415) 427-0004

Indulge in a holiday feast with seasonal menu items at Fogo de Chao. They will be open on Christmas Day from 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., serving delicious Brazilian meats and holiday cheer.

Make a reservation at Fogo de Chao

The Franciscan Crab Restaurant

PIER 43 1/2

(415) 362-7733

Overlooking the hustle and bustle of the Bay from Fisherman's Wharf, The Franciscan Crab Restaurant is open from noon to 8 p.m. and offers two-hour free validated parking.

make a reservation at Franciscan crab restaurant

Hard Rock Cafe

PIER 39, Suite 256

(415) 956-2013

Right at the front of PIER 39, directly in front of the F-line trolley is the Hard Rock Cafe. The classic joint will be serving guests from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Christmas Day.

make a reservation at the Hard Rock Cafe

Hornblower Cruises and Events

PIER 3, Hornblower Landing

(415) 438-8300

Take your celebrations to the sea aboard Hornblower Cruises. Their Christmas Day Premier Dinner Cruise boards at 3:30 p.m. and features a three-course seated meal and live entertainment from 4:00 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Make a reservation for the Christmas Day Premier Dinner Cruise

The Palace Hotel

2 New Montgomery St

(415) 512-1111

Visit The Palace Hotel's famed Garden Court for Christmas Day brunch. Reservations times are available at 10 a.m, along with 12:30 and 3:00 p.m.

make a reservation at the palace hotel

Pier Market Seafood Restaurant

PIER 39

(415) 915-5600

Said to serve some of the best seafood in the city, Pier Market will be open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Christmas Day for walk-ins only. Enjoy everything from mesquite-grilled fish to a clam chowder sourdough bread bowl. And who could pass up a chance at fresh Dungeness crab, now that the season has begun? You can see the chefs at work in their massive open kitchen.

Make a reservation at pier market seafood restaurant

Salito's Crab House and Prime Rib

1200 Bridgeway

(415) 331-3226

Looking for a dining option across the Golden Gate Bridge? Try Salito's in Sausalito, open from noon to 8 p.m. on Christmas Day. This beautiful restaurant has splendid bay views, delicious seafood, and excellent cuts of meat. There's plenty to do in town; why not make this meal part of your adventure?

make a reservation at Salito's crab house and prime rib

Villon

1100 Market St

(628) 895-2039

Located in the San Francisco Proper Hotel, Villon will serve dinner from 4p.m to 9 p.m. on Christmas Day. Their four-course prix fixe menu will leave you feeling full (of holiday cheer).

make a reservation at Villon