Fodor's Expert Review Fisherman's Wharf

Part of the Ocean Terrace Inn, this extremely casual waterfront eatery, completely reinvented in late 2013, is decorated in contemporary nautical style, with sail rigging, walls splashed with aqua waves, illuminated water features, a mauve plexiglass marine display case, and a stylish open kitchen whose mosaic-work gleams like fish scales. Try the excellent conch chowder, followed by fresh grilled lobster or other shipshape seafood, and finish off your meal with a slice of the memorable banana cheesecake. The place is generally hopping, especially on weekend nights between karaoke and live bands jamming atop the split-level, breeze-swept bar.