Monday, August 31, 2026

  1. A waterfront shack that's been around forever, Red's serves its burgers on crusty sourdough with mustard and pickles, which is not the burger you were expecting but absolutely the one the regulars order without looking up. Anthony Bourdain's photo hangs near the register, which tells you something. Grab a table outside on a sunny day and you get the Bay Bridge thrown in, arguably at the lowest price point the Embarcadero has to offer.

    Three honors, in evidence:

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    One number, weighted & current 78

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    The dishes from the writeups


    Address
    551 The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA · San Francisco
    Hours
    • Mon–Fri 7 AM–5 PM
    • Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM

    Winter hours; hours vary for Giants games

    Phone
    415-777-5626
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