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Seneca, San Diego, CA
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Seneca

$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 93 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
Roman trattorias are a timeless expression of simplicity. Immune to the lure of gastronomic experimentation and ego. In Rome, no chef can cook better than the mothers and grandmothers before them. Our goal is to merge the dogmatic approach of Roman cooking with the amazing abundance of ingredients available to us in San Diego. A True Roman Holiday In SD.

A 4% surcharge is added to all guest checks.

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From the OpenTable editors: Alabaster statues and trickling fountains add a Roman holiday-like ambience to this rooftop trattoria. Enjoy lighter spins on Italian food like wood-fired prawns and pizza made with three-day fermented dough. Seneca lives on the 19th floor of the InterContinental, so your Roman feast comes with equally delicious Marina District views.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 877-8642
  • Website
    https://www.senecatrattoria.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    For information on parties of 7-8 people please reach out to us at (619) 877-8642. For parties larger than 8 we offer private dining, please visit or website www.senecatrattoria.com.
  • Location
    901 Bayfront Ct, San Diego, CA 92101
  • Area
    Downtown / Gaslamp
  • Parking details
    The InterContinental Hotel offers self-parking for $6 an hour as well as valet parking for $10 an hour. The entrance to the self-parking is on Bayfront Ct. We do not validate for parking.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Experiences

  • Private Dinng Room - $91 Three Course Set Menu

    US$121.58 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    At Seneca, we do something special for groups of 9-14 guests, as we invite large parties to gather together and feast. "Convivium" is a fixed three-course, family-style meal priced per guest. There is an entry level option as well as a supplemented option with more food. You won't have to make any decisions, as we'll take care of everything, cooking up some of our favorite dishes from every section of the menu. However, because this is family style, all diners must choose the same option upon booking. Cancellations may be made up to 48 hours in advance of your reservation, any cancellations within the 48 hours are not eligible for refunds. Tax, 20% Gratuity, and 4% service fee applied at checkout.
    Private Dinng Room - $91 Three Course Set Menu photo

  • Private Dining Room - $115 Three Course Set Menu

    US$153.65 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    At Seneca, we do something special for groups of 9-14 guests, as we invite large parties to gather together and feast. "Convivium" is a fixed three-course, family-style meal priced per guest. There is an entry level option as well as a supplemented option with more food. You won't have to make any decisions, as we'll take care of everything, cooking up some of our favorite dishes from every section of the menu. However, because this is family style, all diners must choose the same option upon booking. Cancellations may be made up to 48 hours in advance of your reservation, any cancellations within the 48 hours are not eligible for refunds. Tax, 20% Gratuity, and 4% service fee applied at checkout.
    Private Dining Room - $115 Three Course Set Menu photo

Menu

Small Plates

  • Marinated OlivesUS$10.00

    garlic, rosemary, bay, olive oil (Castelvetrano, Gaete, and Cerignola olives)

    • FOCACCIA GARLIC BREADUS$12.00

      garlic butter, parmigiana

      • Truffle AranciniUS$14.00

        creamy risotto fritter, black truffles

        • Wood Fired PrawnsUS$22.50

          bagna càuda, fettunta

          • CAESAR SALADUS$17.00

            hearts of romaine, parmigiana, garlic croutons

            • Wood Fired EggplantUS$19.00

              whipped marscapone, garlic confit, lemon, grilled bread

              • BEETS AND BURRATAUS$21.00

                local citrus, arugula, fresno chili, pistachio

                • SEASONAL PROSCIUTTOUS$22.00

                  apple, aged white cheddar, almond

                  • Salumi TowerUS$53.00

                    assorted charcuteries, burrata, pickled vegetables

                    • CaviarUS$98.00

                      bottarga butter, blinis, chives

                      • MEATBALLS AL FORNOUS$18.00

                        whipped ricotta, organic tomato, parmigiana

                        Pizza

                        • EZZO PEPPERONIUS$21.00

                          Organic Tomato, Mozzarella, Red Onion, Sicilian Oregano

                          • Calabrian SausageUS$19.50

                            broccoli rabe, sweet peppers, mozzarella

                            • Funghi MistiUS$20.00

                              fontina, taleggio, sage

                              • MortadellaUS$24.00

                                mozzarella, prosciutto butter, pistachio, red onion, fermented serrano, parmigiano

                                • MargheritaUS$18.00

                                  organic tomato, burrata, basil

                                  Pasta

                                  • MAFALDA CORTA CON CAVOLO NEROUS$26.00

                                    kale pesto, pine nuts, currants, chili oil

                                    • CASARECCE ALLA VODKAUS$26.00

                                      organic tomato, cream, chili flake, basil, parmigiano

                                      • Cavatelli Alla Sugo Di AngelloUS$28.00

                                        lamb sugo, organic tomato, white wine, ricotta salata

                                        • Spaghetti CarbonaraUS$27.00

                                          bacon, egg, black pepper, pecorino romano

                                          • Agnolotto Verde Di TartufoUS$26.00

                                            potato, ricotta, mushroom cream

                                            • LINGUINE NERO & CLAMSUS$29.00

                                              Garlic, White Wine, Parsley

                                              • CACIO E PEPE AL FORNOUS$29.00

                                                pecorino romano cream, black pepper, pangrattato

                                                Entrées

                                                • WOOD GRILLED COSTATAUS$52.00

                                                  16 OZ NEW YORK STRIP, charred scallions, bone marrow butter

                                                  • Whole Grilled FishUS$48.00

                                                    tomato confit, herbs, olivata

                                                    • Chicken alla DiavolaUS$35.00

                                                      caramelized onions, spigarello, calabrian chile salsa

                                                      • Bone-in Pork ChopUS$40.00

                                                        quince, fennel, herbs, almonds

                                                        • BISTECCA ALLA FIORENTINAUS$134.00

                                                          40 oz porterhouse, shoestring potatoes, salsa verde

                                                          • LASAGNA BOLOGNESEUS$58.00

                                                            organic tomato, ricotta, mozzarella, basil

                                                            Vegetables and Sides

                                                            $9 ea.

                                                            • GRILLED BROCCOLINIUS$9.00

                                                              calabrian chili, meyer lemon, parmigiana

                                                              • Cannellini Beans & Mustard GreensUS$9.00

                                                                pangrattato

                                                                • Fried Gold PotatoesUS$9.00

                                                                  peperonata, aioli

                                                                  • Crispy Brussel SproutsUS$9.00

                                                                    n'duja vinaigrette

                                                                    • Misticanza Roman SaladUS$9.00

                                                                      italian greens, herbs, fennel, radish, flowers, lemon vinaigrette, parmigiano

                                                                      Dessert

                                                                      • GIANDUJA BUDINOUS$13.00

                                                                        hazelnut, dark chocolate, cocoa nib, olive oil gelato

                                                                        • MELA DOLCEUS$13.00

                                                                          apple butter, "oatmeal cookie" cremeux, mugolio, fig swirl gelato

                                                                          • TIRAMISUUS$13.00

                                                                            espresso soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone mousse, coffee caramel, dark chocolate

                                                                            • STICKY TOFFEE PUDDINGUS$13.00

                                                                              honeynut squash, malted mascarpone, spiced pepitas, sesame gelato

                                                                              Last updated: 18 November 2024

                                                                              What 4,115 people are saying

                                                                              Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                              Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                              4.7
                                                                              4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                                              • 4.5Food
                                                                              • 4.7Service
                                                                              • 4.8Ambience
                                                                              • 4.4Value

                                                                              Noise • Moderate

                                                                              Diners' Choice Awards

                                                                              • San Diego

                                                                                Most Booked

                                                                              • San Diego

                                                                                Most Booked

                                                                              Review summary

                                                                              AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                              Seneca offers a stunning ambiance with breathtaking views, making it a perfect spot for special occasions. Guests rave about the "amazing service" and "delicious food," especially the wood-fired prawns and pizzas. While some found the pasta dishes lacking, the overall experience is "wonderful" for its vibrant atmosphere and exceptional service.

                                                                              4,115 Reviews

                                                                              1. Brian

                                                                                San Diego

                                                                                9 reviews

                                                                                5.0

                                                                                9 reviews

                                                                                Dined today

                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                2. Food 4
                                                                                3. Service 4
                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                The food was delicious and the ambiance was amazing. The service was great and they were very attentive. The table was a bit small but they were able to help us fit everything on. Highly recommend!

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                                                                              2. Arantzasu

                                                                                San Diego

                                                                                1 review

                                                                                5.0

                                                                                1 review

                                                                                Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                Staff was very attentive food and drinks were really good

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                                                                              3. traci

                                                                                Chicago

                                                                                2 reviews

                                                                                vip
                                                                                5.0

                                                                                2 reviews

                                                                                Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                incredible food, venue, and service. we loved it all

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                                                                              4. David

                                                                                San Diego

                                                                                19 reviews

                                                                                vip
                                                                                5.0

                                                                                19 reviews

                                                                                Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                I absolutely loved my experience at Seneca. Our table wasn’t immediately available so we made our way to the bar for a drink. We lucked out at got seats at the bar and enjoyed a glass of wine while taking in the expansive views. Had a great table for dinner and the food was fantastic. The staff is very well trained and service was outstanding! Thank you so much, we will be back. Cheers!

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                                                                              5. Stephanie

                                                                                Sacramento

                                                                                4 reviews

                                                                                3.0

                                                                                4 reviews

                                                                                Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                1. Overall 3
                                                                                2. Food 3
                                                                                3. Service 3
                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                This was our first time to Seneca. The space is beautifully designed and the decor is an influencers dream. The service wasn’t bad but the server needed more knowledge on the dishes. We also had our two nieces with us and they ordered a mocktail and it was not good. It seemed as if they just dumped syrup into the cup and placed ice over it. The food was ok. I will say out of all of our dishes the meatballs were the best and they give you a good portion. The best thing about the restaurant is the views. We are glad we tried it but most likely won’t be on our list to revisit.

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                                                                              6. kristina

                                                                                Los Angeles

                                                                                2 reviews

                                                                                vip
                                                                                5.0

                                                                                2 reviews

                                                                                Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                By far my favorite restaurant in San Diego! Everything was spectacular!!

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                                                                              7. Kara

                                                                                San Diego

                                                                                14 reviews

                                                                                5.0

                                                                                14 reviews

                                                                                Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                My out of town guests were rightly wowed. Thank you! Sharing plates was the right way to go, too.

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                                                                              8. Jonathan

                                                                                New York City

                                                                                11 reviews

                                                                                vip
                                                                                2.0

                                                                                11 reviews

                                                                                Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                1. Overall 2
                                                                                2. Food 3
                                                                                3. Service 1
                                                                                4. Ambience 1
                                                                                Very poor experience at Seneca. While the view is nice, the incredible noise level is not. Asked for a table inside, got sat outside and heard the roar of the jet engines from the airport every 5 minutes. Our server could have cared less if we were alive or dead, we only saw her three times during the course of dinner. The cacio de Pepe was the equivalent of Mac and cheese complete with elbow macaroni. Roman salad was absolutely drenched in a very basic salad dressing, rendering it a soggy mess. The only redeeming quality was the meatball, very good. Even my drink, a martini, was unimpressive as they someone ran out of glassware and served it to me in a cup, with the $19 price tag still attached. Very unimpressed, and won't be returning.

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                                                                              9. Sofia

                                                                                Mexico City

                                                                                1 review

                                                                                4.0

                                                                                1 review

                                                                                Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                1. Overall 4
                                                                                2. Food 3
                                                                                3. Service 4
                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                The place is a 10/10, the food is an 8. We ordered the truffle arancini which I thought would be the best, but was ok. The prociutto on the other hand surprised me as one of the best things we ordered, it was so good the combination of ingredients! Then we had de mortadella pizza and the pasta alla vodka which were very good! The service was excellent, all waiters were very nice and attentive!! The hostess could improve a bit her attitude though, but everyone else was amazing! We had a great time overall.

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                                                                              10. Nicole

                                                                                San Diego

                                                                                1 review

                                                                                5.0

                                                                                1 review

                                                                                Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                2. Food 4
                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                it was just overall an amazing experience:)) i couldn’t have asked for a better night!

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                                                                              FAQs

                                                                              Seneca is rated 4.7 stars by 4115 OpenTable diners.

                                                                              Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                                                              2 people
                                                                              19:00
                                                                              Booked 93 times today
                                                                              Experiences are available.
                                                                              Google Map for Seneca

                                                                              901 Bayfront Ct, San Diego, CA 92101

                                                                              Additional information

                                                                              • Area
                                                                                Downtown / Gaslamp
                                                                              • Hours of Operation
                                                                                Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
                                                                              • Price
                                                                                $31 to $50
                                                                              • Cuisines
                                                                                Italian, Seafood, Steak
                                                                              • Dining style
                                                                                Elegant Dining
                                                                              • Dress code
                                                                                Business Casual
                                                                              • Parking details
                                                                                The InterContinental Hotel offers self-parking for $6 an hour as well as valet parking for $10 an hour. The entrance to the self-parking is on Bayfront Ct. We do not validate for parking.
                                                                              • Payment Options
                                                                                AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                              • Additional
                                                                                Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
                                                                              • Website
                                                                                https://www.senecatrattoria.com/
                                                                              • Phone number
                                                                                (619) 877-8642
                                                                              • Private party facilities
                                                                                For information on parties of 7-8 people please reach out to us at (619) 877-8642. For parties larger than 8 we offer private dining, please visit or website www.senecatrattoria.com.
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