Wence's Restaurant

4.7

1330 Reviews

$31 to $50

Californian

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 23 times today

Neighborhood gem
Great for outdoor dining
Good for groups

Wence’s Oyster Bar & Grill: Nestled in Pleasant Hill, Wence’s is a family-owned and operated restaurant renowned for its diverse menu featuring seafood, steak, pastas, and more. Our standout oyster bar is a favorite among guests, offering a fresh and delightful experience.

Our friendly team is dedicated to providing you with an impeccable dining experience, ensuring every meal is indulgent and memorable. We gladly accept dinner reservations and offer three distinct spaces perfect for hosting private events, from intimate gatherings to larger celebrations. We look forward to hosting you soon!

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Californian, Seafood, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–8:45 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(925) 566-8971
Website
https://www.wencesrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Gerardo Wence
Catering
Please visit: Wencesrestaurant.com for more info on Private Experiences.
Private party facilities
Please visit: Wencesrestaurant.com for more info on Private Experiences.

Location
1922 Oak Park Blvd, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
Neighborhood
Pleasant Hill
Cross street
Patterson Blvd and Oak Park Blvd
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,330 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

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

East Bay
Great for outdoor dining
East Bay
Californian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Wence's Restaurant offers a delightful dining experience with "delicious food" and a "friendly staff." Guests rave about the "great ambiance" and "excellent service," making it a top choice for brunch and special occasions. The outdoor seating is appreciated, though service can occasionally be slow. Overall, it's a "hidden gem."

1,330 Reviews

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Jane
San Francisco
40 reviews
vip
3.0
40 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Dinner was delicious, but the noise level was deafening! I felt like I was eating in a playpen! I usually go there for lunch and sit outside but last night we had dinner inside. It was so noisy. I have no idea how they can fix that, but it was not a pleasant experience. I'll stick to lunch from now on
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Anne
San Francisco
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service. Very good quality seafood. They also have an early bird special menu that is a great value. Highly recommend!
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Dana
San Francisco
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Found this neighborhood restaurant while traveling through Pleasant Hill. Conveniently located not far from 680. Food was perfectly done and the restaurant was busy with other people enjoying the food. Definitely a worthwhile place to visit.
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Maria
San Francisco
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Wence’s is a great restaurant with good food. I have gone a handful of times with no issues. My only issue the last time I went was that I felt they pushed take home boxes while we were still eating (and I had just gotten my glass of wine). Servers deal with a lot but it wasn’t that crowded. I will still go again.
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Sandy
San Francisco
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went inside for Happy Hour as it was raining. Mussels were excellent as were the fish tacos. We are happy when Edgar is our server!
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Annette
San Francisco
44 reviews
vip
5.0
44 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service and food are always great! It's a nice place to go for a nice night out without being fancy
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mareijke
San Francisco
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great food, service and broad menu catering to a variety of tastes. Def will be back!
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Sharon
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Our server was awesome. The chicken sandwich with fries is the best thing on the menu
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Anna
San Francisco
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Everyone liked their entree, but thought the prices were a little high for the amount of food. My beignets were burned and not fried all the way through. Everyone else was finished by the time our waiter came back so I could let him know this. Acted like it was on me; not cool. Our waiter was nice, but unfortunately, did not check on us after we received our entrees. Could have been better.
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Donna
San Francisco
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Thank you for great experience and for making our favorite purple cocktail!!
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FAQs

Wence's Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (925) 566-8971.

Wence's Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 1330 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 23 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1922 Oak Park Blvd, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Patterson Blvd and Oak Park Blvd
Neighborhood
Pleasant Hill
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–8:45 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Californian, Seafood, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Gerardo Wence
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.wencesrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(925) 566-8971
Catering
Please visit: Wencesrestaurant.com for more info on Private Experiences.
Private party facilities
Please visit: Wencesrestaurant.com for more info on Private Experiences.

Wence's Restaurant

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Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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What 1,330 people are saying

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FAQs

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Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

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