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Hog Island Oyster Co.

Name: Hog Island Oyster Co.
Address: 1 Ferry Building, #11, San Francisco, CA, 94111, USA, San Francisco, US
Telephone: +1 415-391-7117

At San Francisco's Ferry Building, Hog Island Oyster Co. serves sustainable, farm-raised oysters and seasonal seafood with stunning bay views.

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Hog Island Oyster Co. Ferry Building – San Francisco Seafood Restaurant with Michelin Recommendation

Hog Island Oyster Co. at the Ferry Building

Since 1983, Hog Island Oyster Co. has been rooted in the waters of Tomales and Humboldt Bays, farming shellfish with a deep commitment to sustainability. The Ferry Building location in San Francisco brings that same ethic to the waterfront, offering a menu built around oysters, clams, and seafood sourced with care. The setting—overlooking the Bay Bridge and Treasure Island—matches the quality of what’s on the plate.

The restaurant’s approach is straightforward: serve incredible seafood and hand-crafted cocktails in a stunning setting. The menu changes seasonally, drawing from local Farmers’ Markets and boats that deliver fresh catches daily. Oysters are the anchor, but the kitchen also turns out a rotating selection of dishes that highlight the region’s best produce and seafood. It’s American seafood cooking that lets the ingredients speak for themselves.

Hog Island’s story begins on Tomales Bay, where marine biologists John Finger and Terry Sawyer planted their first oyster seed with a five-acre lease and a handful of spat. Today, the company farms over 250 acres across two bays, raising all five edible oyster varieties found in the Northern Hemisphere, along with Manila clams. They also produce hand-finished mineral sea salt and harvest seaweed from their equipment—every part of the operation reflects a commitment to protecting coastal ecosystems.

The Ferry Building outpost operates on a first-come, first-served basis, with counter dining and outdoor seating available. It’s a lively, welcoming space where the focus stays on the food and the view. The restaurant’s recognition in the Michelin guide as a Recommended spot speaks to the consistency and integrity of what they do—no pretense, just excellent seafood from a company that has spent four decades refining its craft.

Whether you’re stopping in for a quick dozen oysters or settling in for a full meal, Hog Island Oyster Co. delivers an experience that feels both of the moment and deeply connected to the California coast.

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