Top Dungeness Crab dishes in San Francisco

Local black cod and Dungeness crab in tamarind-spiked coconut milk Sri Lankan curry.

Fresh Dungeness crab, steamed to perfection and served with drawn butter.

Crispy wonton shells loaded with fresh Dungeness crab and a chile kick — a fusion snack that pairs brilliantly with sake

Whole Dungeness crab roasted with An’s garlic sauce and secret spices—steaming, buttery, and indulgent

Fresh crab legs with garlic-white wine sauce, seasonal vegetables, and warm grain salad -- sweet and succulent

Fresh Dungeness crab rolls with Meyer lemon aioli — light, bright, and unmistakably Californian

Classic SF crab cakes made with local Dungeness crab, a natural fit for this seafood-forward menu.

A local specialty, this whole Dungeness crab is roasted with garlic, offering a rich and flavorful experience.

Local Dungeness crab tossed with pasta — a Northern California classic elevated with careful technique

Surf side of Osso's surf-and-turf reputation; live crab dishes are a house draw.

Crisp, battered live crab tossed in salt‑and‑pepper seasoning—messy to eat but rich, savory, and deeply satisfying

Golden, crisp-edged crab cakes loaded with sweet Dungeness crab — a quintessential San Francisco starter

A bright, seafood‑forward starter combining sweet crab with crisp fennel and apple

Miso-heavy take on the classic Dungeness crab thermidor.

Brunch staple: Persian-style omelet folded with Dungeness crab and herbs.

Sweet, fresh Dungeness crab meat served chilled with tangy cocktail sauce — a perfect starter that showcases the quality of their seafood sourcing

Dungeness crab and thyme garlic shrimp with roasted jalapeno-bell pepper hollandaise, pickled red onion, avocado on grilled miche — lavish, bold, and worth every penny

A whole Dungeness crab roasted with garlic, showcasing local San Francisco seafood.

Fluffy eggs folded around sweet Dungeness crab, creamy avocado, and melted brie — the luxury brunch option.

Sweet Dungeness crab with melted butter on a toasted roll—rich and satisfying.

Chilled Dungeness crab classic preparation.

Fresh Dungeness crab on a buttered roll.

Farm-sourced mixed baby greens, locally grown vegetables, generous Dungeness crab meat, with the famous Green Goddess Dressing — the Palace's longstanding signature.

Whole crab roasted in butter and garlic — the dish locals come back for.

Seafood specialty, popular with the Italian seafood crowd.

Local Dungeness crab in a refined salad presentation

Scrambled eggs with asparagus and garlic chives, served with crispy potatoes and toast

Local Dungeness crab and rice noodles wok-charred in zingy chantaburi sauce.

Creamy chowder loaded with local Dungeness crab

Local Dungeness crab served whole.

Local crab tossed with crème fraîche, celery, onion, and chives.

The signature dish, featuring fresh Dungeness crab prepared with the restaurant's celebrated garlic preparation.

Whole Dungeness crab prepared with the house 'killer' seasoning — the reason most people walk through the door

A standout dish featuring crisp potato pavé topped with sweet Dungeness crab and a bright, herby lemon mayonnaise.

Generous portion of Dungeness crab served on a buttered split-top brioche bun with Louie dressing.

Squid ink-blackened pasta loaded with fresh Dungeness crab

A generous portion of fresh Dungeness crab served with a classic Louie dressing, offering a gluten-free option.

A whole Dungeness crab roasted in a secret garlic sauce, served dramatically on a sizzling skillet.

Thai-style omelet stuffed with sweet Dungeness crab.

Seasonal Dungeness crab, served chilled and cracked, showcasing the sweet, delicate flavor of the fresh catch.

Lightly-dressed Dungeness on a buttered roll; the menu's other signature.

A light and flavorful crab patty served on a toasted sesame bun.