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Seneca, San Diego, CA
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Seneca

$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 110 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

  • Location
    901 Bayfront Ct, San Diego, CA 92101
  • Phone number
    (619) 877-8642
  • 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
  • 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

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 2025-03-12.

Small Plates

  • Marinated Olives$10.00

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

    • FOCACCIA GARLIC BREAD$12.00

      garlic butter, parmigiana

      • Misticanza Roman Salad$10.00

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

        • Truffle Arancini$14.00

          creamy risotto fritter, black truffles

          • Wood Fired Prawns$22.50

            bagna càuda, fettunta

            • CAESAR SALAD$17.00

              hearts of romaine, parmigiana, garlic croutons

              • Wood Fired Eggplant$19.00

                whipped marscapone, garlic confit, lemon, grilled bread

                • BEETS AND BURRATA$21.00

                  local citrus, arugula, fresno chili, pistachio

                  • SEASONAL PROSCIUTTO$22.00

                    apple, aged white cheddar, almond

                    • Salumi Tower$53.00

                      assorted charcuteries, burrata, pickled vegetables

                      • Caviar$98.00

                        bottarga butter, blinis, chives

                        • MEATBALLS AL FORNO$18.00

                          whipped ricotta, organic tomato, parmigiana

                          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

                                fontina, taleggio, sage

                                • Mortadella$24.00

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

                                  • Margherita$18.00

                                    organic tomato, burrata, basil

                                    Pasta

                                    • MAFALDA CORTA CON CAVOLO NERO$26.00

                                      kale pesto, pine nuts, currants, chili oil

                                      • CASARECCE ALLA VODKA$26.00

                                        organic tomato, cream, chili flake, basil, parmigiano

                                        • Cavatelli Alla Sugo Di Angello$28.00

                                          lamb sugo, organic tomato, white wine, ricotta salata

                                          • Spaghetti Carbonara$27.00

                                            bacon, egg, black pepper, pecorino romano

                                            • Agnolotto Verde Di Tartufo$26.00

                                              potato, ricotta, mushroom cream

                                              • LINGUINE NERO & CLAMS$29.00

                                                Garlic, White Wine, Parsley

                                                • CACIO E PEPE AL FORNO$29.00

                                                  pecorino romano cream, black pepper, pangrattato

                                                  Entrées

                                                  • WOOD GRILLED COSTATA$52.00

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

                                                    • 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 FIORENTINA$134.00

                                                            40 oz porterhouse, shoestring potatoes, salsa verde

                                                            • LASAGNA BOLOGNESE$58.00

                                                              organic tomato, ricotta, mozzarella, basil

                                                              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

                                                                      • GIANDUJA BUDINO$13.00

                                                                        hazelnut, dark chocolate, cocoa nib, olive oil gelato

                                                                        • MELA DOLCE$13.00

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

                                                                          • 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: March 12, 2025

                                                                              What 4,398 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

                                                                              Noise • Moderate

                                                                              Loved For

                                                                              • San Diego

                                                                                Most Booked

                                                                              • San Diego

                                                                                Most Booked

                                                                              Review summary

                                                                              AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                              Seneca offers a "stunning ambiance" with picturesque views, making it a prime spot for celebrations. Guests rave about the "amazing service" and "great drinks." While some dishes, like the "pistachio pizza," shine, others fall short. With its "beautiful decor" and lively atmosphere, it's perfect for a memorable dining experience.

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                                                                              FAQs

                                                                              Seneca is rated 4.7 stars by 4398 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                                              Make a reservation

                                                                              2 people
                                                                              8:30 PM
                                                                              Booked 110 times today
                                                                              Experiences are available.
                                                                              Google Map for Seneca

                                                                              901 Bayfront Ct, San Diego, CA 92101

                                                                              Additional information

                                                                              • Phone number
                                                                                (619) 877-8642
                                                                              • 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
                                                                              • 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
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