Surisan
North Beach, San Francisco
Restaurant in San Francisco, United States
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Book Surisan when the priority is an easy San Francisco waterfront meal, especially for casual groups, family dinners, or a low-stress celebration near Fisherman's Wharf. It is a convenience-first choice rather than an award-driven destination, so the fit is strongest when location and booking ease matter more than formality.
About Surisan
Is Surisan worth considering in San Francisco? It can be, if the plan is built around a few basics: it is in San Francisco, the dress code is casual, and the listed schedule includes daytime and evening service every day. Beyond those basics, it is better to view Surisan as a practical option rather than assume a specific cuisine, signature dish, service style, private-dining setup, or award story.
The clearest use case is a meal where timing and simplicity matter. Surisan lists hours from 9 AM to 1:45 PM and 5 PM to 8:45 PM Monday through Friday, and from 9 AM to 2:45 PM and 5 PM to 8:45 PM on Saturday and Sunday. That schedule gives diners several daily windows to plan around, but guests should still confirm current details directly before making firm plans.
Book it when the group needs an easy San Francisco plan
The main reason to choose Surisan is logistical clarity. The casual dress code and daily service windows can help when diners need a direct San Francisco option. It does not promise a particular menu format, dining-room layout, bar seating, private room, or special-occasion package.
For private-dining-style expectations, check directly with the restaurant before committing. Larger parties should confirm availability, timing, and any group needs with the venue in advance. If the occasion requires speeches, controlled pacing, or a quieter business setting, ask the restaurant what it can realistically accommodate.
Solo diners may also find the schedule useful because Surisan has listed daytime and evening hours throughout the week. The stronger guidance, though, is to plan from the basics rather than from assumptions about format or menu. For a broader scan of the city, see Our full San Francisco restaurants guide.
The decision: basics first, assumptions second
Surisan should be considered when the details fit the plan: San Francisco location, casual dress, and daily service windows. It is less useful as a recommendation if the decision depends on specific dishes, chef recognition, ratings, pricing, beverage program, seating style, or private-dining features.
Reservations: confirm directly with the restaurant before planning around availability. Dress: casual. Group fit: possible to consider for casual plans, but larger parties should verify arrangements in advance. Occasion fit: best framed around convenience and schedule rather than a special-occasion format.
Planning details
- Location
- 505 Beach St, San Francisco, CA 94133
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- surisansf.com
- Phone
- +14157718449
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Surisan sits on Beach Street in Fisherman’s Wharf and reads like a contemporary, approachable Korean spot that contends with the neighborhood’s tourist energy. The address is front and center in how planners evaluate the restaurant: Fisherman’s Wharf is a high-foot-traffic, transit-heavy corridor, so the dining room feels tied to that public rhythm rather than tucked-away intimacy. The menu’s signature items — Millionaire’s Bacon, Korean Fried Chicken, and bulgogi — underline a direct, flavor-forward approach. Overall, the place projects an easygoing, lively personality that balances modern Korean flavors with the bustle of its surroundings.
Best For
Surisan works well for groups and casual outings, and it also appears on brunch-minded itineraries. Its Fisherman’s Wharf location makes it especially convenient for visitors staying near Ghirardelli Square or the Embarcadero, with straightforward access by cable car, nearby transit and quick rideshare connections. The menu’s shareable favorites suit communal dining, while the neighborhood context makes the restaurant a practical pick for travelers who want a nearby, reliably lively meal rather than a destination booking downtown. Expect a practical, visitor-friendly experience rather than a reservation-only fine-dining ritual.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the signature items the venue is known for: Millionaire’s Bacon, Korean Fried Chicken and bulgogi are the obvious places to start. Those dishes lend themselves to sharing, which aligns with the venue’s suitability for group dining. Because the listing emphasizes the restaurant’s Fisherman’s Wharf address and the neighborhood’s tourist character, plan timing around peak foot-traffic periods and your transit connections. If you’re arriving from nearby attractions or hotels on the Embarcadero or near Ghirardelli Square, factor short rideshare or cable-car hops into your schedule to avoid the busiest stretches.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm and welcoming space blending savory Asian-inspired breakfast and innovative Korean dinners.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Modern
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Small plates
- Wine Program
- Standard
- Dietary
- Gluten-free options
Signature Dishes
- Millionaire's Bacon
- Korean Fried Chicken
- Bulgogi
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 505 Beach St, San Francisco, CA 94133
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Scoma's, Notable alternative
- Abacá, Filipino, Filipino Contemporary, $$
- Nick's Lighthouse, Notable alternative
- Pompei's Grotto, Notable alternative
- Cioppino's, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How Surisan compares on the waterfront
Surisan is the easier call when booking friction matters. Compared with Scoma's, it reads as more casual and lower-ceremony; choose Scoma's when the group wants a more established seafood-restaurant feel, and choose Surisan when convenience and flexibility matter more.
Abacá is the stronger cross-shop for diners who want a clearer Filipino Contemporary point of view at a listed $$ tier. Surisan is better for a mixed group staying near the Wharf; Abacá is better when the meal itself is the reason for the outing.
Against Nick's Lighthouse, Pompei's Grotto, and Cioppino's, Surisan's advantage is simple: it is an easy waterfront option for groups that do not want to over-plan. If the table wants a classic Wharf seafood mood, those peers may be more natural; if the table wants a practical reservation in the same general area, Surisan makes sense.
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Compare Surisan
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Surisan | San Francisco | , | , | No published awards |
| Scoma’s | San Francisco | , | , | No published awards |
| Abacá | San Francisco | Filipino, Filipino Contemporary | $$ | 2026 OAD Casual in North America Recommended2026 Michelin Plate2025 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #3642025 Michelin Plate2024 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #4712024 Michelin Plate2023 OAD Casual in North America Recommended2021 Esquire Best New Restaurants · #30 |
| Nick's Lighthouse | San Francisco | , | , | No published awards |
| Pompei's Grotto | San Francisco | , | , | No published awards |
| Cioppino's | San Francisco | , | , | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Surisan good for solo dining?
It can be practical for a solo meal in San Francisco if the listed hours fit your plan. Surisan lists daytime and evening service daily, but details such as bar seating or counter seating are not available.
What should a first-timer know about Surisan?
Start with the basics: Surisan is in San Francisco, the dress code is casual, and the listed hours include daytime and evening windows every day. Specific dishes, cuisine details, prices, and service format are not listed.
Can I eat at the bar at Surisan?
What should I order at Surisan?
Does Surisan handle dietary restrictions?
If anyone in your party has strict needs, contact Surisan directly before visiting.
