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Seneca

Name: Seneca
Address: 901 Bayfront Ct, San Diego, CA, United States, 92101
Telephone: (619) 877-8642
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

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$31 to $50

Italian

901 Bayfront Ct, San Diego, CA 92101

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2 people

Jul 9, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 150 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

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
Neighborhood
Downtown
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
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Private Dining Room - $115 Three Course Set Menu
$142.60 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
$112.84 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.

Popular dishes

Marinated Olives$10.00
garlic, rosemary, bay, olive oil (Castelvetrano, Gaete, and Cerignola olives)
Foccacia Garlic Bread$12.00
garlic butter, parmigiana
Prosciutto & Truffle Arancini $22.00
24 mo. prosciutto di parma, parmigiana
Wood Fired Prawns$22.50
bagna càuda, fettunta
Caesar Salad$17.00
hearts of romaine, parmigiana, garlic croutons
Misticanza Roman Salad$10.00
italian greens, herbs, fennel, radish, flowers, lemon vinaigrette, parmigiano
Meatballs al Forno$18.00
whipped ricotta, organic tomato, parmigiana
Stone Fruit and Burrata$22.00
local stone fruit , arugula, almonds
Salumi Tower$53.00
assorted charcuteries, burrata, pickled vegetables
Caviar$98.00
creme fraiche butter, blinis, chives

Pizza

Ezzo Pepperoni$21.00
Organic Tomato, Mozzarella, Red Onion, Sicilian Oregano
Calabrian Sausage$19.50
broccoli rabe, sweet peppers, mozzarella
Funghi Misti$21.00
mozzarella, taleggio, sage
Mortadella$24.00
mozzarella, prosciutto butter, pistachio, red onion, fermented serrano, parmigiano
Margherita$18.00
organic tomato, burrata, basil

Pasta

Radiatore and Kale Pesto $26.00
pine nuts, currants, chili oil
Casarecce alla Vodka$26.00
organic tomato, cream, chili flake, basil, parmigiano
Lamb Sugo Cavatelli $28.00
organic tomato, white wine, ricotta salata
Spaghetti Carbonara$27.00
bacon, egg, black pepper, pecorino romano
White Stuffed Shells $29.00
alfredo sauce, fontina, spinach, mushrooms
Linguine Nero & Clams$29.00
Garlic, White Wine, Parsley
Lobster Ravioli$50.00
butter, caviar, meuer lemon

Entrées

Wood Grilled Costata$52.00
16 OZ NEW YORK STRIP, charred scallions, bone marrow butter
Lasagna Bolognese$58.00
organic tomato, ricotta, mozzarella, basil
Whole Grilled Fish$48.00
tomato confit, herbs, olivata
Chicken alla Diavola$35.00
caramelized onions, spigarello, calabrian chile salsa
Veal Parmigiana$43.00
marinara, mozzarella, basil
Bistecca alla Florentina$134.00
40 oz porterhouse, shoestring potatoes, salsa verde

Vegetables and Sides

$9 ea.

Grilled Broccolini$9.00
calabrian chili, meyer lemon, parmigiana
Cannellini Beans & Mustard Greens$9.00
pangrattato
Fried Gold Potatoes$9.00
peperonata, aioli
Crispy Brussel Sprouts$9.00
n'duja vinaigrette

Dessert

Dark Chocolate Nemesis Torte$13.00
whipped creme fraiche, olive oil
Strawberries & Cream$13.00
bay leaf cremeux, local strawberries, pine nut
Tiramisu$13.00
espresso soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone mousse, coffee caramel, dark chocolate
Torta di Banane$13.00
tahini mousse, malted mascarpone, banana streusel, sesame gelato

What 4,688 people are saying

Seneca reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

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San Diego
Most Booked
San Diego
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Seneca offers a vibrant rooftop dining experience with "amazing views" and an "exceptional vibe." Guests rave about the "delicious food," especially the wood-fired prawns and pizzas. While service is generally praised, some reviews mention inconsistencies. The "ambiance is stunning," making it ideal for special occasions. Highly recommended for its unique setting.

4,688 Reviews

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Thanh
Unspecified1 review
1.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
I came in with high hopes for a birthday celebration, having specifically requested an outdoor table on the reservation. Instead, we were seated inside, in a corner near the exit—despite the rooftop being open and visibly filled with only white patrons. It’s hard not to feel like this decision was racially motivated, and that alone foreshadowed what to expect for the rest of the evening. Unfortunately, the food didn’t make up for the poor seating and overall treatment. The pizza crust was far too thick and undercooked in the middle. The alla vodka pasta was undercooked, overly sweet, with clumps of unmelted cheese in the sauce. The meatballs were soggy as well. To make matters worse, the service felt indifferent at best. Despite it being a special occasion, there was no warmth, minimal acknowledgment, and very little effort to check in or make sure we were taken care of. I hope the restaurant takes a serious look at how it treats all its guests.
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Michelle
San Francisco Bay Area1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great time at Seneca! We are definitely coming back.
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Mauricio
Guanajuato1 review
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
El lugar muy bonito, con un muy buen ambiente, la comida rica y el servicio excelente, lástima que la recepcionista Kristine nos hizo pasar un mal rato ya que se porto mal con nosotras y nos hizo esperar más de 50 minutos a pesar de que teníamos reservación
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meredith
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sometimes places that have an amazing atmosphere lack in the food but this restaurant really does check all the boxes!! Amazing ambiance, food, and staff!
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KPal
California Central Coast4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was delicious, service was outstanding, atmosphere was fabulous, and view was WOW!! Enjoyed Seneca thoroughly! Will be back for sure!
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Oana VIP
Las Vegas184 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our first time at Seneca, and we had a great experience. The service was attentive, the food was well-prepared, and the view was beautiful. We especially enjoyed the meatballs and focaccia—both were delicious. The branzino and the stuffed shells were good too. The only letdown was the tiramisu. While the presentation was lovely, the flavor didn’t quite deliver and wasn’t worth the calories. That said, we’ll definitely be back and next time, we’ll try a different dessert!
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Ramon
San Francisco Bay Area1 review
1.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Cold food, understaffed, and do mot recommend. Place has changed for the worse in the past year.
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Allison
Qatar4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My sibling and I dined here to celebrate my sister’s birthday. I am so glad we did!! It was beautiful, the view was amazing and the food was great as well. It is a little pricey but you definitely get what you pay for. Everyone wished her a happy birthday and it was such a sweet touch to our time there.
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saul
Phoenix / Arizona2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Have been wanting to try Seneca every time we stay at the hotel where it resides , so glad i was finally able to try it ! Aside from the food being fantastic , they really set the tone from the minute the elevator door opens and you step out into the jungle forest that doubles as their entrance , from there we were greeted by their extremely efficient and cordial staff , they gave us a patio table with plenty of shade and some extraordinary views of the city and bay . We made our selections and when the garlic bread and salad arrived , it was so,so tasty! The margharita pizza was some of the best i have had outside of Italy , i cant recall the names of the two pasta dishes and the fish plate because they were in italian , but everything was a hit with the four of us , definitely recommend !
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Melody
Los Angeles1 review
1.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
This place is overrated. I got there on time for my reservation and the hostess rudely told me to wait. Then they tried to seat us next to the blazing hot kitchen. Meanwhile, a couple that came in after us was seated first with a nice view. Food was mid. We got two pastas as the waitress hyped them up as being very big portions but they were barely enough for me to be full. The Vodka pasta was sooo bland I couldn’t believe it. Place looked cool but not worth it for the mid food and high prices. Banana tart dessert was the only food that was good.
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FAQs

Seneca is rated 4.7 stars by 4688 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 9, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 150 times today

Experiences are available.

901 Bayfront Ct, San Diego, CA 92101

Additional information

Neighborhood
Downtown
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
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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.

Seneca

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About this restaurant

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Additional information

Private Dining Room - $115 Three Course Set Menu

Private Dinng Room - $91 Three Course Set Menu

Margherita

Tiramisu

Foccacia Garlic Bread

Small Plates

Marinated Olives$10.00

Foccacia Garlic Bread$12.00

Prosciutto & Truffle Arancini $22.00

Wood Fired Prawns$22.50

Caesar Salad$17.00

Misticanza Roman Salad$10.00

Meatballs al Forno$18.00

Stone Fruit and Burrata$22.00

Salumi Tower$53.00

Caviar$98.00

Pizza

Ezzo Pepperoni$21.00

Calabrian Sausage$19.50

Funghi Misti$21.00

Mortadella$24.00

Margherita$18.00

Pasta

Radiatore and Kale Pesto $26.00

Casarecce alla Vodka$26.00

Lamb Sugo Cavatelli $28.00

Spaghetti Carbonara$27.00

White Stuffed Shells $29.00

Linguine Nero & Clams$29.00

Lobster Ravioli$50.00

Entrées

Wood Grilled Costata$52.00

Lasagna Bolognese$58.00

Whole Grilled Fish$48.00

Chicken alla Diavola$35.00

Veal Parmigiana$43.00

Bistecca alla Florentina$134.00

Vegetables and Sides

Grilled Broccolini$9.00

Cannellini Beans & Mustard Greens$9.00

Fried Gold Potatoes$9.00

Crispy Brussel Sprouts$9.00

Dessert

Dark Chocolate Nemesis Torte$13.00

Strawberries & Cream$13.00

Tiramisu$13.00

Torta di Banane$13.00

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