Franciscan Crab Restaurant Menu (Update 2025)
Introducing the menu at Franciscan Crab Restaurant, located at Pier 43 1/2 Fisherman's Wharf in San Francisco, offers a delightful array of American seafood dishes. Customers rave about the freshness of the food and the exceptional service. The must-try dishes include the sizzling crab with shrimp and mussels, as well as the clam chowder served in a bread bowl. The restaurant's cozy ambiance by the waterfront, with large windows providing stunning views of the water, adds to the overall dining experience. The garlic butter sauce that accompanies the seafood dishes is a highlight, adding a burst of flavor. Whether it's for lunch, dinner, or a special occasion, Franciscan Crab Restaurant has something for everyone, making it a popular choice among locals and tourists alike.
SIZZLING IRON SKILLET-ROASTED
Mussels
Shrimp
Mussels & Shrimp
Combo Mussels, Shrimp & Crab
Super Combo Mussels, Shrimp & Crab
Half Crab & Double Mussels
Half Crab & Double Shrimp
Whole Crab & Double Mussels
Whole Crab & Double Shrimp
Acme Epi Bread
Clam Chowder
Oysters
mignonette sauce
Crispy Crab Cake
(all dungeness) with chive butter
Crab & Spinach Fondue
with crostini
Crab Cocktail
house-made cocktail horseradish sauce
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail
house-made cocktail horseradish sauce
Calamari
onions & sweet peppers
APPETIZERS
CARPACCIO
Crab And Smoked Salmon Crisp
avocado, arbequina evoo drizzle
Yellowtail
chives, jalapeno, arbequina extra virgin olive oil, ponzu
Tuna
chives, jalapeno, arbequina extra virgin olive oil, ponzu
Halibut
chives, jalapeno, arbequina extra virgin olive oil, ponzu
Smoked Salmon Avocado Crisp
soy, garlic, chili flakes, sesame oil
House
tomato, avocado, onions, pine nuts, evoo vinaigrette
Caesar
romaine, garlic croutons, shaved reggiano
Crab Caesar
Shrimp Caesar
Chicken Caesar
Romaine Wedge
pt. reyes blue cheese, bacon, onions
Foggy Wharf Crab Salad
tomato, wonton crisp, soy vinaigrette
Crab Louie
tomato, onion, olive, egg & avocado
Shrimp Louie
Crab & Shrimp Louie Louie
SALADS
SANDWICHES
Killer Burger
angus beef, lettuce, tomato, onions, cheese & catsup
Crab Melt
dungeness crab, avocado, red onion, white cheddar
Crab Fettuccine Alfredo
Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo
Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo
Fettuccine Alfredo
Seafood Fettuccine
mussels, clams, shrimp, fish & calamari, cioppino
Spicy Tomato
basil, onion, shallot, chili flake sauce
Garlic Noodles
fettuccine, parsley, garlic, paprika butter sauce
PASTAS
World Famous Killer Crab
Whole Crab
(+ lbs)
Half Order
(+ lb)
Lotsa Crab
(two share)
Two Too Crab
(for )
Crab Feast
(four sharing)
Seafood Cioppino
mussels, clams, calamari, fish, shrimp
Louisiana Shrimp Cioppino
Steamed Clams
garlic butter shallot sauce
Crab Enchilada
Fish & Chips
(crispy roasted mixed potatoes)
SURF SPECIALTIES
TURF
Prime Angus Ribeye Steak
seared in its natural pan juices
Slow-Roasted Boneless Short Rib
Fish & Chips
(crispy roasted mixed potatoes)
Pasta Butter Cheese Sauce
Fettuccine Alfredo
Chicken Tenders & Chips
(crispy roasted mixed potatoes)
KIDS MENU
SIDES
Crispy Roasted Mixed Potatoes
Crispy Roasted Mixed Potatoes And Vegetables
Steamed Vegetables
Caesar Salad
Silky French Vanilla Custard Ice Cream
Valrhona Chocolate Sundae
walnuts and chocolate chips
Italian Sundae
drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and sea salt
Chocolate Truffle Mousse Cake
Grandma's Lemon Scented Custard Torta
pine nuts
Monterosa Wild Strawberry Italian Cheesecake
DESSERTS
Dessert Menu
Silky French Vanilla Custard Ice Cream
Valrhona Chocolate Sundae
walnuts & chocolate chips
Chocolate Truffle Mousse Cake
Italian Sundae
drizzled with extra virgin olive oil & sea salt
Grandma's Lemon Scented Custard Torta
pine nuts
Italian Cheesecake
with strawberry