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Seneca, San Diego, CA
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Seneca

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$31 to $50
Italian
901 Bayfront Ct, San Diego, CA 92101

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 120 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.

Why they're an Icon

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 Dining Room - $115 Three Course Set Menu Photo

  • 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.
    Private Dinng Room - $91 Three Course Set Menu Photo

Menu

Seneca's menu was last updated on 6/6/2025.

Small Plates

  • 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

                                                                          Last updated: June 6, 2025

                                                                          What 4,730 people are saying

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

                                                                          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
                                                                          • 4.6Service
                                                                          • 4.8Ambience
                                                                          • 4.4Value

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                                                                          • San Diego

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                                                                          • San Diego

                                                                            Most Booked

                                                                          Review summary

                                                                          AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                          Seneca offers a dining experience marked by "amazing views," a "stunning ambiance," and "delicious food." Guests frequently praise the attentive service and recommend dishes like the wood-fired prawns and vodka pasta. The restaurant's unique 19th-floor location provides a "breathtaking view," making it a perfect spot for special occasions.
                                                                          4,730 Reviews

                                                                          1. Charlotte

                                                                            Unspecified1 review

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            Dined 1 day ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Such great service, beautiful ambience, and amazing food! We loved the steak and gnocchi. The view is incredible!

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                                                                          2. Tony

                                                                            Phoenix / Arizona1 review

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            Dined 1 day ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Highly recommend! The ambience is the best thing about this restaurant. Very cute place that transports you somewhere else. Food was okay. Service was great. Are waitress name was Maria she was excellent!

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                                                                          3. Nicole

                                                                            San Francisco Bay Area1 review

                                                                            4.0

                                                                            Dined 1 day ago

                                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                                            2. Food 4
                                                                            3. Service 3
                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                            The only bad part of our experience is the women’s restroom smelling like a litter box they should definitely fix that considering how nice the place is!

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                                                                          4. Amber

                                                                            Los Angeles1 review

                                                                            4.0

                                                                            Dined 1 day ago

                                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                                            2. Food 3
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                            It was a nice place, great ambiance, customer service but the food was ok.

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                                                                          5. Matthew

                                                                            Orange County1 review

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            Dined 2 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Perfect, great staff! They are so wonderful and nice to guests!

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                                                                          6. Manuel

                                                                            San Diego10 reviews

                                                                            4.0

                                                                            Dined 3 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                                            2. Food 4
                                                                            3. Service 4
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Work lunch with multiple people and had excellent service by Victor H. Beautiful views, good not great food but definitely a high end dining experience.

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                                                                          7. Nanette VIP

                                                                            San Diego179 reviews

                                                                            4.0

                                                                            Dined 3 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                                            2. Food 3
                                                                            3. Service 3
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            The place is spectacular, food was not what i expected for the high price, and service was just ok. The view is incredible and the restaurant beautiful. My first disappointment was parking underground 9 dollars per HOUR, and vallet 12 dollars per hour, so 2 hours 15 minutes $36 The food was expensive for what the dish was. I love the restaurant, i hope they care more about their clientel and make parking affordable and better food. Just compare with symilar restaurants in the area,

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                                                                          8. Isabella

                                                                            San Diego2 reviews

                                                                            4.0

                                                                            Dined 4 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                                            2. Food 4
                                                                            3. Service 2
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            The ambiance is definitely the main selling peice of this place, food is good but Italian anywhere in little Italy is better I’d say, service was subpar I think the server had too many tables she was very rushed. Would come again for the location, vibe dining 100%

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                                                                          9. Eric VIP

                                                                            San Francisco Bay Area13 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            Dined 4 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Amazing location in the rooftop. Go. You won’t regret it.

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                                                                          10. Courtney

                                                                            Coastal North Carolina1 review

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            Dined 4 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            It was one of if not the best dining experiences I’ve had. We brought our clients and with the private room, we were given a great atmosphere and privacy for some really great conversations. Thank you, the staff, and the kitchen that served us. You all were incredible and the food… the food was amazing!!

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                                                                          FAQs

                                                                          Seneca is rated 4.7 stars by 4730 OpenTable diners.

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

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                                                                          Make a reservation

                                                                          2 people
                                                                          10:30 PM
                                                                          Booked 120 times today
                                                                          Experiences are available.
                                                                          Google Map for Seneca

                                                                          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.
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