The Trident

Upon arriving and parking valet is on site. Believe it is $10 an hour could be mistaken. Arriving inside you are greeted by a nice wooden interior with plenty of windows to look at the bay and distant San Francisco city. The food itself is a bit on the pricier side but given the area it is expected. I ordered the Maine lobster tail which was about $68. The wait did not take too long. The veggies were great and the lobster tail was delicious. Overall a bit nice and pricy then I’m used to but good upscale with beautiful scenery.

Stopped at Trident after biking across the Golden Gate Bridge — such a perfect spot to unwind! They kindly offered free bike parking, which was a great bonus. The oysters were absolutely fresh and flavorful, and the fried calamari and shrimp were perfectly crispy and delicious. Great food, welcoming service, and unbeatable views. Highly recommend! 🦪🚲🌉

Full disclosure, we didn't plan on eating here. We pulled in to valet for the restaurant next door, but we're told parking was for Trident patrons only so we stayed. Let me tell you, fate brought us to the right place! It has a charming, old-school interior, an amazing location on the water (we saw a seal and multiple dolphins), strong, boozy cocktails to help you unwind and damn good food to sober you up after day drinking. Plus, with no wait for a table at lunchtime on a Saturday, it was a win all the way around for me.

The view, even on a cloudy day is amazing! The service warm, friendly, excellent. I really enjoyed my lunch there . Need I say more? Go!

The food here was delicious! My waiter seemed a little off, not sure how to describe it and there were a lot of flies clustered around the restaurant. I would probably opt to order out moving forward.

Overall, we had an excellent experience, having drinks at the Trident. The views are simply amazing and the patio is extremely nice. We did not have any food therefore we cannot recommend or rate that aspect of this restaurant. The cocktails we have were excellent.

Nice place to visit for the historical aspect but otherwise not worth the effort. The table was sticky and the place needs a deep clean and renovation. The Tequila Sunrise was average, my Chowder was good but everyone else was disappointed with their food. Nice view of the bay and SF and when every other restaurant was booked at 7pm on a Saturday, now we know why this one wasn’t. Cool Stones story and only in Marin County does the Gov’t put up a plaque memorializing the story quoting Keith Richards and the 72 Cocaine and Tequila Sunrise US tour.

Never in my life have I received slower service. Absolutely mind blown that from the time we walked into the restaurant (NOT busy) it took us ~30m to receive a single beer at our table. Paid the check as soon as our drinks arrived and couldn’t leave soon enough. View was nice though ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

A gorgeous day by the water with seafood and great service. We visited Trident on a beautiful Saturday and were lucky to snag outdoor seating with an amazing view and perfect weather. The vibe was relaxed and inviting, and the staff greeted us with genuine friendliness. We kicked things off with half a dozen oysters and spicy Bloody Marys. I was especially excited for the Bloody Mary since they make their own mix, using Hanson habanero vodka. It was a tasty idea in theory, but I found the drink lacking flavor and ended up adding Tabasco to bring it to life. The bread and butter arrived next and was fantastic, there's nothing like good bread to start a meal, and this hit the mark. As for the oysters, they were fresh and flavorful, though I preferred smaller oysters rather than the larger ones. The blistered Shishito peppers were perfectly blistered and flavorful. For the Frito Misto, the calamari was a bit overcooked and tough, but the jumbo prawns and the artichoke stole the show and were amazing. For mains, we ordered the famous Shrimp Po'Boy and upgraded to truffle fries. By the time the main course arrived, we were already fairly full, so I only took a few bites. The truffle fries were cooked to perfection with garlic, oil, and texture were all on point. We boxed up the rest of the peppers, the sandwich, and the fries to make room for dessert: the famous layered "fantasy cake" (a large dessert best shared). Dessert was another highlight, with Buena Vista's world-famous Irish coffee and a cappuccino. The coffee arrived lukewarm, which was a disappointing note. This morning, I dug back into the remaining sandwich, fries, and peppers and it was even better and the flavors held up and the leftovers proved surprisingly delicious. The overall quality of the food was good, and I would definitely go back. I'm not entirely sure why the average rating here is 3.5. I also enjoyed watching the clam chowder appear at several tables. the chowder in a bread bowl with Caesar salad looked incredible, though I don't eat bacon, so I didn't order it myself. I just admired it from afar. If you're looking for a place to savor a beautiful day by the water or enjoy an equally great indoors atmosphere, Trident is a solid choice in Sausalito. The food is good, the service is great, and the setting is fantastic. We sat for a little over two hours and never felt rushed by the staff. Tips: - Outdoor seating offers unbeatable views on nice days. - Expect freshly baked bread with a standout butter. - The Bloody Mary can benefit from a personal spice adjustment. - Consider sharing larger apps and saving room for the famous desert cake. Would I return? Yes. If you love seafood, a scenic marina vibe, and attentive service, Trident is worth a visit.

This is a decent spot in Sausalito to grab a bite and enjoy the view. The view, especially out on the patio can't be beat. Outside of SF, Alcatraz and islands you can see sea lions/seals as well as birds that are hoping you give them a bite of your meal. The Shrimp Po Boy sandwich was decent. Shrimp was large and flavorful, but it was also $32. That's a rich boy sandwich not a po boy. I opted for the salad with it instead of the prices. I hated the salad and didn't eat it. Clam Chowder was actually decently priced. A bowl for $12 and it was not crazy salty. Clam chowder was a solid 4/5. Overall - Food: 3.75, View: 5 Service: 3.75 Value: 3

We just finished attending a wedding ceremony, my family and I headed here for the reception. Valet was posted at $18/hr, but since the newlyweds reserved the place from 5 PM to close, it was actually $18 flat. I didn't confirm with the manager, so I parked 200 feet away for $45 all day. Meanwhile, one of my cousins argued with a valet until the newlyweds clarified that all guests should've been charged the $18 wedding rate. Inside, the first thing I noticed was the smell of coffee which, it randomly made me think of Mexican coffee. I ordered an espresso and my usual Moscow Mule while waiting for the rest of the family to arrive from SF City Hall. The ladies at my table went with Peach Bellinis and Guava Rum Punches, and we had a couple of refills so, we were getting drunk before the party started. Starters were a wedge salad with clam chowder, and mains were a choice of fish & chips, Petaluma chicken, or salmon. My table stuck with fish & chips and salmon, both were solid. We sat at a window table with beautiful views and fresh air. Tons of photos and videos were taken, and the vibe was lively with a mariachi band playing for three hours. Even the staff pulled out their phones to record, and it honestly felt like they were having as much fun as we were. Hopefully, we didn't get too loud for the neighbors across the street.

I love this place! I had the sea scallops last night with Parmesan Risotto, Cherry Tomatoes, Delta Asparagus, Bacon, Fresh Arugula, HMB English Peas, Chipotle Crema. It was so delicious. Scallops perfectly cooked. We ordered a lovely bottle of wine. We also had the frito mixto and I had a negroni. All fantastic. The ambiance can't be beat. I love the relaxed vibe with reggae playing. The deck overlooking the bay is huge and wonderful. We saw a harbor seal while we were eating. We ate here during Covid in March - it was chilly and they gave us all space blankets. We're always pretty goofy and our servers have always been super fun. The food is great, the drinks are great, the ambiance is amazing.

Ambience was relaxing and I loved the service. I really enjoyed the food and views of the water. I recommend sitting outside especially when there is no fog outside.

So, was planning to go to The Barrel House but, when we came across this place and read about the history, totally changed our minds. Great experience! I loved the interior. It felt like visiting someone's cool house in the '70's I never order fish and chips. Too many calories for something that might be mushy. My judgment was good. This was excellent. Very crunchy and the cod was super fresh. The waiter was fun. We split the Frank Sinatra Festival Cake, flourless chocolate cake, chocolate mousse, cheesecake, and roasted strawberries. What?! Yes, I was really good! Definitely coming back!

The view was amazing. The music was twice as loud as it needed to be. Intimate music is the vibe for restaurants, y'all. Valet parking is the only option. Gross. But the worst part is the unserious kitchen game going on here. $109 for two people and the food was not spectacular it was average at best. Why can't restaurants prioritize the kitchen as #1 on the list? The service was also below par. Another 1 and done for us.

Another Sausalito classic! I've tried many of Sausalito's waterfront restaurants and Trident did not disappoint! Trident is located at the end, with great Bay views spanning from Tiburon, Angel Island, Alcatraz and the city. Service was quick and attentive. We started off with the Frito Misto (MUST get) which is a great starter dish with many seafood: fresh cod, jumbo prawns, calamari with zucchini and yellow squash. You can taste how fresh the seafood was! For entrees, we ordered the Steak Frites, Linguine Alfredo with prawns and Burst Cherry Tomato Pasta with prawns. Look at the size of the dishes! You will leave feeling stuffed! Large portions, decent pricing, good food, you can't go wrong at Trident. The seagulls on the patio made us laugh so hard! They're such cunning creatures, looking around for their new meal and pecking at the pepper jars.

What a treat to have a day in Sausalito with beautiful weather and beautiful views with friends for a birthday celebration. Our buddy called to make a larger reservation outdoors and fyi, that's the ticket! We had a corner table with the most beautiful backdrop of the water, boats, SF, and clear skies. Such a treat, would highly recommend if wanting the same vibe to call ahead. The Trident is a historic staple to the area, establishing the Tequila Sunrise in 1972..fun fact! The restaurant is pretty large and has a psychedelic vibe to it, with odes to those that frequented this spot like the Stones and Janis Joplin. Loved our waiter (Mify?), he even put a tiny birthday hat on to join our squad in celebration. We ordered the Whitefish Ceviche (recommend!) and Oysters to start for the table, followed by a cup of the Creamy San Francisco Clam Chowder and Classic New England Style Lobster Roll for me. Delicious soup! I'm a big fan of creamy chowders and this one according to the menu is a 60-year recipe and had bacon, yum-tastic. The lobster roll unfortunately didn't do it for me ~ I should have asked what "classic New England style" meant, because I wasn't expecting more of a lobster salad vs. warm lobster/butter pieces. So, that's on me! Although I wonder if anyone else has run into that issue when ordering the lobster roll? I opted for a Caesar salad upgrade vs. fries, but was still given fries anyways. A simple error turned out to be a fun meal add-on I wasn't expecting. Fries were crispy, would order differently next time. My husband ordered the Shrimp Po' Boy and that was delicious! It mentioned "famous" next to it, so had to try it ~ well worth the buttermilk bliss! Something to also note, they have awesome Kid's Meals which come in Bento Boxes (see pic). Plenty of food for the curious eater. Now that I'm taking this into consideration, I have to shout out the spots that give ample kiddo love in creative ways! Well done there! Overall I would def. come back for apps, drinks, live music, the chowder, and potentially try a few other menu items with the outdoor view when I'm ready to open the wallet a bit to splurge on an experience vs. just a meal.

Beautiful beachfront restaurant with stunning bay views. We sat outside on the covered patio, soaking up the perfect summer weather, and were treated to the unforgettable sight of dolphins swimming by right from our table. The restaurant offers valet parking, which was very convenient since finding parking on the weekend can be difficult. Overall, we had a wonderful family outing here and definitely plan to return. Dishes we tried: Whitefish Ceviche -- 4/5 Grilled Baja Fish Tacos -- 4/5 Linguini Alfredo Rosé with Chicken - 4/5 Shrimp Po' Boy --3 /5 Trident Cheeseburger -- 3/5

We were recommended The Trident by a friend, so we decided to check it out since he said it was really good. We walked in around 2:30 pm on a weekday for lunch and got seated right away outside, which I highly recommend if the weather's nice. The view of San Francisco from the patio is incredible, and there's enough shade to stay comfortable. The service was great. Our hostess was super friendly and checked in on us a couple of times. Food came out pretty fast, maybe 10-15 minutes after we ordered. As for the food, it was good, but nothing mind-blowing. We ordered a few of their popular dishes: the shrimp po'boy, oysters, Trident cioppino, chile slaw, clam chowder, and creme brûlée (which they gave us on the house for my birthday...Very sweet!). I'd personally skip the chile slaw and the clam chowder. The slaw didn't really have any chile flavor, maybe a stray bell pepper or two, and the chowder... honestly one of the blandest I've had. The highlights for me were the shrimp po'boy, oysters, and the creme brûlée. The sandwich was simple but solid. It had crispy shrimp and was in soft bread. Oysters were sweet! The creme brûlée was a classic, well-executed dessert. The cioppino was also pretty good. Had lots of seafood and the garlic bread on the side was perfectly toasted. All in all, it's a decent spot with great views and solid service. Not sure I'd rush back, but I'm glad we tried it.

I had a pretty good lunch at the Trident. Came here with a large group with a reservation. Service was painfully slow, even though the restaurant didn't seemed slammed and there were lots of empty tables around us. At the end we had to get up to leave and pay at the front since we waited for the check so long. I got the burger which was pretty good. It didn't wow me and the price was a little high for it to be only okay. The vibe here is the best part of the restaurant. We sat out on the back deck above the water and had great views of the city across the bay.

The Trident is an absolute gem in Sausalito--with incredible views, warm service, and the perfect Irish coffee to top it all off. Our party stopped in and each had the double Buena Vista Irish Coffee, and wow--what a treat. Rich, smooth Peerless organic coffee, a generous pour of Tullamore D.E.W., and a cloud of fresh whipped heavy cream... it was perfectly balanced and soul-warming, especially with the bay breeze just outside the window. To our surprise, they also served complimentary sourdough bread, which paired wonderfully with the drinks. A simple touch, but so appreciated. Whether you're starting your day or winding it down, The Trident nails that classic coastal charm with quality to match. We'll absolutely be back.

They charged us $12 to park our bikes here for 30 minutes. Highway robbery. And to make it worse my helmet was stolen when I got back. Thanks a lot Trident.

Mediocre food, amazing views, just your typical tourist trap / Mother's Day brunch spot. Come for the ambiance and leave your taste buds at home. The food was so untasty I didn't even bother taking pictures apparently. Service is very friendly. Pets are allowed in the back patio!

The ambiance is very welcoming and the views through the window are stunning. Service was very courteous but the kitchen was a tad slow. The food tasted good. The prices were high. Parking was affordable. We come here once or twice a year.

Nice outdoor seating that can accommodate dogs. Food came out fast. That was it Never saw our waiter again after they dropped off the food. I guess you only get one glass of water and one glass of wine :( Had the chiopinnio and the scallops were over cooked and had no flavor other than the burned sear they put in. Someone came to clean our table and that's finally when I could ask someone for another drink after sitting her for an hour with no server. Not a great experience.

We came here with a huge group on a Sunday for lunch and had a great time and great food. It was also a perfect day to take in the view. Someone from the restaurant also shared some history of the place and when the Rolling Stones came there after a show. Had fun drinks all around and I loved my scallops. They took good care of our large group.

Had an amazing time here for my cousins birthday dinner. I had 2 tequila sunrises. Delicious. Had the captains platter and got a great taste of the seafood. The server, Luis, was very accommodating and recommended me the captain's platter(great choice). The table we were seated at had great views of the city. The windows were very clean and the view was great. Next time I'll be trying the steak.

Classic Sausalito waterfront dining experience. Could not have asked for better weather to dine on the back patio. Came with a small group, shared some apps and brunch. Really can't go wrong with anything on the menu, but I had the salmon hash which was excellent. Service was a little on the slow side but who need to be rushed when the ambiance is so nice.

Let's be honest, we all came for the view. Didn't have high hopes for the food at 3/5 stars and turns out that's just where they belong at. Can't go to a seafood waterfront restaurant without oysters! Ribs were okay. Weren't as tender as I had hoped but you can really taste the pineapple flavor. The coleslaw was not really coleslaw or I'm not sure how they do it but there's no Mayo, just a vinaigrette sorta dressing. 3/5 Calamari: could be more crispy and maybe a little seasoning. Just the sauce isn't enough to make it delicious. 2/5 Tacos: not sure what they were aiming for but the ingredients did not blend well at all. 1.5/5. Clam chowder: really watery and not creamy at all. Was actually insanely salty as well. 1/5 Ceviche: It was decent. A lot of fish but felt like there should've been more veggies/ other ingredients to balance it out. 3.5/5 TLDR: yeah mostly just came here for the view. Wouldn't recommend getting a full blown meal as it's quite expensive. Just get some basic, maybe a cocktail and enjoy the view on a nice sunny day!

So glad we decided to come here! The bad reviews were a little dramatic (IMO) the service was great. Our servers were amazing and attentive. The vibes were great. Views were great. The inside had a cool vibe going on. I ordered a burger, my husband got the lobster roll. He said it was good but a bit small.. no complaints for my burger. Also ordered a clam chowder, lacked on the salt but not something I couldn't fix. We would definitely come back again!

Okay, I was impressed by the beach vibes of this restaurant the moment I walked in and saw the posters and memorabilia from the Kingston Trio -- which I've never head of, but I thought that was very cool! Another interesting and thoughtful piece of information to point out that they do was out a brief history of the Trident on the menu! Again, very cool! My beautiful girlfriend and I were seated right away, and got a really good view of the Bay. Our server was very friendly and attentive with us. Now, the food. We wanted to try out the Poke and the calamari. I thought both were very fresh and nicely put together, as you can see from the pictures. I'd like to highlight the sauce that came with the calamari - it was sooo good! Spicy and sweet that I would put it on anything! It's that good. I do think the calamari could have been more crispy. Some of the breading kept coming off. The fish and chips were okay. Hear me out - it was perfectly cooked, but it had too much oil. It might've been out of the water, but that fish was swimming in oil. The chips were crispy and had a great taste to it. I'd love to come back here next time, I'm sure you'll see us visit again when we're in the area!

A++++++ all around. Five of us for brunch today. Outdoor table with gorgeous view. Huevos Rancheros, Fish & Chips, and Crab Louis were each OUTSTANDING. Fantastic service. BRAVO!!!!

My wife and I (locals from Mill Valley) decided to have dinner at the Trident tonight (July 5th). First, i must say that although the Trident has been architecturally "updated", and is now fully accessible for those who use wheelchairs and scooters for mobility, it has successfully retained its ambiance of the "60's"! Being inside the restaurant brings back many memories of when the Kingston Trio owned the restaurant, and of course, the view can't be beat! And those are probably the reason you should consider going there! The present food and service, not! We first ordered drinks. Although the restaurant was not at all busy (maybe 10-15 tables occupied), it took our server at least 15 minutes to get our drinks to us. Although I ordered a Scotch & soda with a lemon twist, my drink was served with two wedges of lime! So, I had to ask another server (ours was really hard to find!) for a lemon twist. Other than that, the drinks were fine. Then we ordered our salad - a Ceasar Salad split, and one order of the Fish & Chips and one order of the Fried Misto (fried Calamari, Cod, large prawns, and a few pieces of Zucchini and yellow squash). The Ceasar was good, although the white anchovies (2 filets) were layed on top of the salad, not blended with the oil and other ingrediants to ensure their flavor is spread throughout the salad, as the traditional Ceasar Salad was always made). I don't believe it had a coddled egg mixed into the salad dressing, either, which is another traditional part of a true Ceasar Salad. But the Romain lettuce was fresh, and the salad dressing was good. When the entrees arrived (served, like the salad, by another server), both of us were surprised by thw amount of seafood there was on both plates. Although Tartar Sauce was served ed wirh the Fish & Chips entre, my Misto was served with an Aoli dip, which was good, but I was not offered Tartar Sauce, something I would have preferred. Also, my Misto deep fried seafood looked like it had been battered with corn meal, again, good, but not traditional. When the server first took our order for salad, I had also asked for an order of sour dough French bread. Although that item never showed up, we weren't charged for it, but my issue is that it was ordered and we didnt get it! I would have liked having sourdough French bread with my salad! The two entrees were both fresh, good, and large portions, although I would have preferred a different batter for my seafood. I think, during our whole meal, the original server who took our bar qnd food order only showed up once during the time we were their (except at the end of our meal when I had to ask another server to find ours so I could get the check and pay for the meal. Also, the young woman at the front desk who seated us, who was very nice, or anyone else, for that matter, walked around the dining room inside and the deck outside to check with the customers to see if their drinks, meal, and service were all OK. Apparently the management didn't train their host/hostess staff to do that. If the hostess had come by our table during our meal, I would have told her that at no time during our meal did our server come by and ask if we would like any drinks (wine, champagne, beeror a second set of the drinks we had originally ordered. At $18 each!!) Will we go back to the Trident? Probably, although I'm not sure i/we will eat anything, based on the pretty outrageous starter and entre prices the Trident now charges! For the two of us, with the two drinks and the two entrees, our bill came to an astounding $131.92!!! And that was for two people! Clearly, the Trident owner/Manager dont expect locals from Marin or even the Bay Area to dine there more than once, which is too bad, since as a local, and when the Kingston Trio owned it, I dined there regularly. How many stars? We'll, I guess I will leave my last review of the Trident's two stars, mostly (1 1/2 stars for the vew, and the 1/2 star for the very poor-horrible service, but somewhat acceptable food) This is an edit addition: When reading some of the other reviews, I learned that the Trident actually add a surcharge! It wasnt enough that our bill forbthe 2 of us was (without tax or surcharge) $115.00, the owner/manager added a surcharge of $5.75 to our bill! Because of that, my review went down to 1 star, and would have been "0" stars, but Yelp requires at least one star!! We will find a different restaurant with a view in Sausalito in the future!

We were touring my sister in San Francisco visiting the Golden Gate Bridge yesterday. We drove to Sausalito after. We had plan to eat somewhere else but my hubby saw The Trident restaurant remembering our previous lunches here. Quickly I made a reservation for 3 and made it at 12:15 pm. We got sat down by the window. Our server Gabriella was pleasant. We just ordered the Arnold Palmer, Sprite & Lemonade for drinks. My sister & I got the Captain's Platter to share and my hubby had his favorite Fish & Chips. The ambiance was beautiful as always. The casual food was good. The crème brûlée dessert was not so sweet. The server said they make it in house. The balance of sweetness contributed to a more enjoyable and complex taste experience. We saw the ferry boat passing by. The other male server who was helping was nice as well. Then around 12:45 pm, a large group of customers arrived. Good thing we ordered our lunch already! Overall I don't mind returning to The Trident for casual dining.

Service was great , food not so much and to make it even worse the valet staff was awful guy had the worse service worse attitude , even followed me to my car telling me if I don't like it park somewhere else , spoke to the so called general manager just to be called a liar because the guy told him I ate some where else ? Dont come here save the headache worse experience to be my first !? Wow nice job zero stars if I could

Beautiful views at this restaurant, we were able to sit outside and face the bay. This establishment has been here for a LONG time, and it's a cool spot. They have an extensive drink menu so I was able to pick a tasty cocktail. For the entree, I ordered the scallops and risotto. The scallops were seared perfectly and tasted very fresh. The orange sauce added a nice creamy richness. The risotto was also really good. Service was attentive and we were able to bring the dog to dine outside with us.

We love to eat at the Trident! They have excellent food, the staff is great, the views of the bay are outstanding, and if you like some music history, this is the place! Many famous people have been here including The Rolling Stones, Janis Joplin, and others who live nearby. The Tolling Stones Tequila Sunrise was created here (as some say) and they named their tour after the drink in 1972. The pictures of Janis Joplin are placed above her favorite table in the house, where she could look out over the bay, glance over at the house she stayed in, and had her own little exit on the side of the Trident! If you want some great food, have great views of the bay, and be a part of some music history, check it out...you will not be disappointed!

The outside patio with view over the bay to the city is best here! But also the fish of the day plates are great and gluten-free! Only place in Sausalito I'm aware of with valet bike-parking!

Very disappointed. We sat down at 4:45pm. Not busy at all except for a table with about 10 people that grew over the hour and a half we were there. Ordered a drink and prizes of 1/2 dozen oysters. They were good. Ordered a soup each and a dinner. After almost 45 minutes still no food and the waiter never checked on us. I went to the bathroom and when I got back my wife told me the waiter came over and she told him she wanted the check. He then brought the soup and told us it was on the house and had canceled the dinner. He apologized and we left very disappointed. So much for eating there again

We had a great time at trident and the food was delicious. We had the pork chop and organic chicken breast sandwhich. Service was fast and we got a table with a view out on the patio. Don't leave your plate unattended while getting up to use the restroom, the lady next to use had a seagull swoop in and take her oyster!

I went yesterday and ordered a margarita. When I mixed it with my straw, a huge cockroach floated to the top of the drink. I let them know but they still didn't discount or gave any complimentary drinks. Not even an apology or nothing they just kept like nothing happened throughout my experience in the restaurant.

Very disappointed in the style of food .. thought the dishes we irdeee would be fresh fish but deep fried instead. .. the steamed claimed snd mussels dish was good. Everything else was deep fried and the chowder was thick and didn't taste homemade .. great views but that's about it .

Slow and disorganized service. Walked in around 2p and was added to the "waitlist" which was a small piece of stained scratch paper with a bunch of scribbled down names. The host asked us to check back in within 20 minutes as she didn't have a way to give us a call/text when our table was ready. We came back 20 minutes later only to be asked to wait in the bar area. When asking about the remaining wait, she was unable to provide an ETA but stated she wouldn't forget about us. Throughout the next 30 minutes, we watched the confused wait staff fumble several reservations and folks waiting to be seating. Our hostess who "wouldn't forget" completely disappeared and reappeared with her handbag and left the restaurant all together. Passing the hour mark of waiting, I checked in with who we believe was the manager. He apologized for the wait and attempted to seat us immediately but when guiding us to our table, another party had already been seated before us by mistake. Rather than offer to seat us at the 15+ empty tables throughout the restaurant, he asked us to wait.....again. We left the restaurant around 3:45p, giving up all together. My "party" was myself and one other person. We had no special requests and were open to sitting anywhere. Love to get a chance to try this place one day, but with a wait this long and with 3.2ish stars...? Not worth it. Trust the bad reviews. This place sucks.

Food is decent. Service is impeccable and the views are why we go there. We all ordered crab cakes ((delicious) and shared French fries that were yummy.

FLEET WEEK SUNDAY. There was an hour wait for a table for six, but my wife said we're willing to split tables to get seated quickly. We're hungry and it was our son's birthday. Somehow, they managed to seat us together within 10 minutes. Great staff, great food, great service, great ambiance! Great Experience!!!

All of it , from The service upon entering of Israel, the communication was superb , his handling of our requests , the timely waiters who brought the best G and T,

Cutest place ever and the server sat us right next to the window! I loved the vibes of the place, super laid back and bouijee at the same time. I got the burger and it was incredibly hard to eat (too big, could not bite into it). That would be my only complaint.

Who is rating this under 4 stars? Walked up at 1130 when they opened and were seated right away. Valet parking is reasonably priced. View is amazing and food was good. Got the chowder bread bowl. Amazing. The Captains platter. Amazing. Others had fish and chips and salads and were all pleased. It is pricey but worth it in my view.

First impression was how cool the interior design looked. It gave off a vintage feel to it which I loved! The great thing too is me and my boyfriend were seated right away. We started off with some appetizers and drinks-- I got an earl grey tea, and for us to share we ordered the poke tuna and calamari. I thought the poke tuna was good though it seemed like it needed the wasabi on the side. As for the Calamari, it was okay... every time I took a bite out of it the fried bread crumbs kept falling off. It lost the crispy texture of it. On to the main entree-- the fish and chips was really good! The fried batter wasn't too heavy, and it was light and crispy each bite I took. Although, the fries could be more golden and crispy but other than that the fish and chips is a must-try! Overall, I recommend this place for anyone who wants a crispy fish and chip!

Slightly upscale Seafood restaurant that is right on the water in Sausolito (especially if you opt to sit outside) Have a decent selection I ordered a burger and it was incredibly undercooked to the point that they could have served it as "beef tar-tar". They did cook me a new one, but the first one was so jarringly undercooked that I am still in shock The re-cooked burger was fine, but nothing special at all

Have enjoyed the Trident on several past visits as it offers great Views of the bay and SF skyline! So decided to celebrate a special birthday dinner there. Other than the views the deciding factor was the Cioppino that was advertised as their "signature" dish. Very disappointed!! The crab body was whole so very messy and did not taste fresh. Bread was stale/dry. For the price and lack of taste this "signature" dish was a flop.

Great cocktails. Good fish and great fries. The beef dip was overly fatty and messy and not good. A miss. Pretty views. Friendly old school vibe.

I think yelp needs to somehow change their star rating. One for food and one for service. Service was ok. We did not have a reservation but were able to be seated right away outside. We requested a table on the deck. The only thing the restaurant has for themselves, is the view. We started off with drinks and appetizers. Deviled eggs with bacon were not creamy. The yolk was dry and flavorless. Shishito pepper had a nice charbroil to them, and that's it. No seasoning. They give you a lemon to squeeze on top. Truffle fries, what an absolute disappointment. They actually made me sick. They tasted like they were smoked and sprinkled with Parmesan. They came with a warm, garlic aioli. Nothing special. We were so disappointed we decided not to order dinner. We had 3 appetizers, and 2 drinks each and our bill was $117.

What a beautiful place with gorgeous views. Very romantic place and great for any occasion. Watching the water/boats and the fog over San Francisco was absolutely amazing. Could have stayed forever, the weather was so beautiful. Delicious drinks and the OYSTERS were TOP NOTCH! Wonderful service - great team work - Israel was very caring and it was nice to have met him as our server. Can't wait to return - Thank you so much.

Poor food: fresh ingredients but someone forgot the seasoning. I had grilled salmon on a salad that was pretty free of flavor; same with the poke salad. Others in our party said the clams and mussels were nothing to write home about. +1 star for kids meals- very nicely balanced- the burger is more like a slider; fries, salad and fruit were part of the bento box. Very nice touch. Service: waited so so long for dessert. We asked after 10 min wait. Waited another 5-10 min then asked for the check. Dessert came quickly thereafter. SMH. Ambiance: the views are great, uh, like they are from any part of Sausalito. We thought we were witnessing a boat sinking- that's how clear the water view was- but we realized it was just the booth seats that need to be repaired. Parking is only $7/hr, valet. DO NOT go to the "public parking" up the street on the left (opposite the water). They're a rip off at $18/hr and any increment up to 30 min past an hour is treated as a 1/2 hour. Our kids' meals cost less than parking. Or use the city lot just up the way. Sorry Trident. There are so many other places worth checking out.

Slowest service I have ever received. Take your money elsewhere - plenty of other places with nice views in Sausalito that actually value their customers and won't charge you $36 for a mediocre lobster roll

Good food and very nice view on the outside patio. You can see SF and Alcatraz. Calamari was good and the seafood mixes.