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Vietnamese · Outer Sunset · $$
Japanese · SoMa · $$
Crispy fried soft‑shell crab—textural and indulgent
Shabu-Shabu & Hot Pot · The Castro · $$$
Thick udon noodles in broth topped with crispy soft-shell crab and shellfish, a hearty noodle bowl
Thai · Parkside · $$
Crispy soft shell crab nestled in a fragrant green curry — an ambitious dish that shows this kitchen's range
Southern & Soul Food · Potrero Hill · $$
Whole soft-shell crab fried crispy and stuffed into a Dutch crunch roll -- seasonal, indulgent, and worth the upcharge
Cantonese & Dim Sum · Fort Mason · $$$
Slippery rice crepe wrapped around a whole crispy soft-shell crab — a textural masterpiece
Japanese · Lower Nob Hill · $$
Sushi & Omakase · Inner Richmond · $$$
Crispy fried soft‑shell crab with satisfying crunch and savory flavor
Oyster Bar · Embarcadero · $$
Katsu · Japantown · $$
Crispy panko-fried soft-shell crab, a delightful seafood take on katsu.
Sushi & Omakase · Japantown · $$$
Sushi & Omakase · Diamond Heights · $$
Brunch · West of Twin Peaks · $$
A benedict on pillowy shokupan topped with fried soft‑shell crab and celery—rich, textural, and inventive.
Japanese · Marina District · $$$
A salt-and-pepper preparation of soft shell crab, delivering a satisfying crunch and savory flavor.
Japanese · Noe Valley · $$
Tempura‑fried soft shell crab paired with a light yuzu slaw—delicate and refreshing starter
Sushi & Omakase · Japantown · $$
Crispy soft shell crab preparation, popular order