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Swan Oyster Depot
1517 Polk St, San Francisco (between California St & Sacramento St) (415) 673-1101Reservations Not Taken
Weekends at Swan are for amateurs, as evidenced by the tourist-clogged line stretching far down the block. But come on a weekday, early if you can, and you'll be rewarded with a counter seat, a cold Anchor Steam and one of the most magnificent spreads of seafood around. Oysters are a must, as is the crab butter and fresh, still-squirming sea urchin (if available).