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Sens Restaurant, San Francisco, CA

Sens Restaurant

4.6
4.6
1354 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mediterranean

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2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 65 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for groups
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for business meals
Sens is French for the word meaning "Sense," which refers to the faculties of sight, sound, smell, and taste that humans perceive this as stimuli originating from the body inside and out.

At Sens we love the process of cooking and its end result, complete happiness. Our inspiration is that of the Mediterranean with its diverse cultures and cuisines. Our goal is not to redefine or reinvent their cuisine but rather to refine and create delicious and beautiful food. We use only the finest local ingredients and exotic spices to elevate our classic and modern techniques. Our destination is and will always be the same, to develop and perfect the flavor, fragrance, texture and composition of each dish while creating a unique and unforgettable experience.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Californian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 3:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (415) 362-0645
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Vernon Moralez
  • Catering
    Sens offers local catering within the Embarcadero Center and it's surrounding buildings. Please call (415) 627-0747 for more information.
  • Private party facilities
    Sens Restaurant specializes in private and semi-private events including corporate luncheons and dinners, wedding and cocktail receptions, after work gatherings or any other type of occasion for groups of 15 to 500 guests.
  • Private party contact
    Rachel Lewis: (415) 627-0747
  • Neighborhood
    Financial District / Embarcadero
  • Cross street
    Drumm
  • Parking details
    Underground parking lots located in Embarcadero Centers 1 thru 4. Four hours free parking after 5PM M-F & all day Sat. with validation stamp. Daytime parking M-F first hour free, second & third hours are $4 each with validation stamp. Metered street parking also available.
  • Public transit
    If you are traveling by BART, exit at Embarcadero Station. Walk North up Drumm St. past the Hyatt Regency and turn right to enter the street level of Embarcadero Center 4. Take escalator up two flights to the Promenade Level. Sens entrance is located on your left a few yards down the walkway .
  • Entertainment
    Sens Restaurant is conveniently located in the Embarcadero Center, Downtown San Francisco. The Embarcadero Center schedules several fun events and entertainment throughout the year, please visit embarcaderocenter.com for special event schedules and current parking information.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Valentine's Day at Sens

    Feb 14, 2025 only
    Make your plans for Valentine’s - surprise them with Sens! Join us for a curated 3-course menu, stunning views and amazing drinks ($95)
    Valentine's Day at Sens Photo
  • Fried Chicken Fridays

    Multiple dates available
    Fried Chicken Fridays are here! Join Sens every Friday for fried chicken, live music, amazing views starting at 3:30pm through close. Happy hour deals from 3-6pm
    Fried Chicken Fridays Photo

What 1,354 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco

    Mediterranean

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sens Restaurant promises an unforgettable dining experience with "fabulous food" and "exceptional service." The vibrant atmosphere and stunning views of the Ferry Building and Bay Bridge enhance any occasion. While portions may occasionally fall short, the attentive staff, led by owner Kais Bouzidi, ensure a memorable visit. Ideal for special events and business gatherings!

1,354 Reviews
  1. Janine

    VIP

    San Francisco

    31 reviews

    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    If you like great food, service, and views, please come here! The drinks are always creative and delicious. The staff is very friendly and extremely efficient. They make a birthday celebration very special when they’re aware.

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  2. Adam

    VIP

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Went for a business dinner. Food was mixed. Shared appetizers were tasty but portions were very small. For entrees, some members of the party had a steak special recommended by our server, they all enjoyed but the consensus was “good not great”. One member of the party had paella which got a thumbs up. The other three members of the party (including me) ordered halibut. The portion was tiny (I estimate 2 ounces of fish), the flavors were very bland (other than a small strip of preserved lemon) and the presentation (beige on beige) was drab. We split some desserts which were all pretty good. After tax/svc bill came out to over $120 per person, which was very pricey for one drink, one entree, half an appetizer, and half a dessert per person. Our server was friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive, which was a big bright spot. Also, we were seated right by the window overlooking the ferry building and the Bay Bridge, which made for a lovely ambience.

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  3. Ken

    VIP

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 31, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall a Vibe in at tucked location. Menu needs more variety. I love coming on Fried Chicken Fridays.

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  4. Albert

    VIP

    New York City

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on January 30, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Very poor service … we were a party of 8 so the server just knew he was getting his tip and just ignored us all night. We were not noisy or anything to justify him ignoring us

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  5. Michael

    Sacramento

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and excellent food - our server Moises was exceptional!!

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  6. Darren

    San Francisco

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 11, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Had reservations and was sat promptly at a table with an amazing view of the Ferry Building and Bay Bridge. Service and ambiance was very good. Flavor of the food and drinks were good, however where Sens fell short was the portion size of the drinks and food. For the price point you are paying you expect to walk away fulfilled. We however walked away still hungry and had a 2nd dinner later. Two of us had the ribeye with fries and another had the rigatoni. The ribeye had to be the thinest slice we both have ever had at a restaurant. The rigatoni was served in a small bowl as well. On top of the food portion, the drink portions were also very small. Unfortunately Sens fell short in our visit.

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  7. mary

    VIP

    San Francisco

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on December 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous food and service - famous salad was over the top with salmon!

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  8. Jerrold

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I recently hosted a business holiday dinner at Sens, and it was an absolutely fantastic experience from start to finish. The entire staff went above and beyond to make our evening unforgettable. A special thank you to the owner, Kais Bouzidi, whose dedication to excellence is clearly reflected in every detail of the restaurant. Jason, the manager, who was dear to our team, was incredibly attentive and ensured everything flowed seamlessly throughout the night. The wait staff and hostesses were kind, professional, and made everyone feel so welcomed. Chef Vernon and his talented team truly outdid themselves. The food was exceptional—beautifully presented, bursting with flavor, and crafted with such care. Each dish added to the warm and festive atmosphere of our evening. Sens is the perfect place for any special occasion, and I am so grateful for the incredible service and care we received. Thank you for making our holiday dinner so memorable. I can’t wait to return!

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  9. John

    VIP

    Richmond

    89 reviews

    4.0

    89 reviews

    Dined on December 10, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Loved the space overlooking the tower at the Embarcadero. Our food was great and we were surprised at the good service despite the restaurant being over crowded with extremely large tables that were so loud and noisy you could not hear or have a nice dinner conversation. We would have stayed longer having coffee and desert, but the noise level drove us out.

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  10. Michele

    San Francisco

    37 reviews

    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on December 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous holiday team lunch. Great food and service! We'll be back.

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FAQs

Sens Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 1354 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 65 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Sens Restaurant

4 Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, CA 94111

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Drumm
  • Neighborhood
    Financial District / Embarcadero
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 3:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Californian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Underground parking lots located in Embarcadero Centers 1 thru 4. Four hours free parking after 5PM M-F & all day Sat. with validation stamp. Daytime parking M-F first hour free, second & third hours are $4 each with validation stamp. Metered street parking also available.
  • Public transit
    If you are traveling by BART, exit at Embarcadero Station. Walk North up Drumm St. past the Hyatt Regency and turn right to enter the street level of Embarcadero Center 4. Take escalator up two flights to the Promenade Level. Sens entrance is located on your left a few yards down the walkway .
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Vernon Moralez
  • Entertainment
    Sens Restaurant is conveniently located in the Embarcadero Center, Downtown San Francisco. The Embarcadero Center schedules several fun events and entertainment throughout the year, please visit embarcaderocenter.com for special event schedules and current parking information.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (415) 362-0645
  • Catering
    Sens offers local catering within the Embarcadero Center and it's surrounding buildings. Please call (415) 627-0747 for more information.
  • Private party facilities
    Sens Restaurant specializes in private and semi-private events including corporate luncheons and dinners, wedding and cocktail receptions, after work gatherings or any other type of occasion for groups of 15 to 500 guests.
  • Private party contact
    Rachel Lewis: (415) 627-0747
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