Sens is an awesome spot. Food is on the pricey side (like $50-70 entrees), being waterfront central and has a great view and outdoor space. Paella looked really cool in a large pan, has chicken wings in it, it was dry and i would've liked it with more sauce. Steak was really good Service is kind and our server did a great job taking care of my party of 16 for a celebration. Made it special with a sparkler candle on a cake (yay!). Needed a large space and this was an easy place cus their tables were spread out and lots tables available. You can hangout in the bar side and progress over to the restaurant if you like, the bill can be transferred over with you. In hindsight it would've been easier to just pay it at the bar first because bills get so messy when you've got a large party splitting Beautiful space! Will return. Glad I discovered them on In Kind read more

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Amazing setting, especially outdoors, across from the Ferry Building on the Embarcadero. The only thing better is the food! Absolutely delicious everything, and the presentation is off the chart!! One of our favorite places to go for a special evening out. read more

Dinner, desert...and a side of rodent. Food was fine, nothing to write home about. I wouldn't have even bothered to leave a review if not for the mouse that was running around our table at the end of the night. One of the members of our party told a waiter and they said "alive?!" I don't know...seems concerning that there would be a mouse in the restaurant but maybe that's just me. read more

Had the Fattoush salad with chicken. That salad reflected the least amount of effort imaginable in a $31 dish. It lacked flavor and interest. For the price charged, it's shockingly weak. The room is pretty, I'll give it that. Otherwise, if you're interested in a good meal, I'd look elsewhere. read more

Apps were quite good--esp the hummus platter. I got the fish over risotto and was a bit too slimey for my taste. Overall flavor was good. Service was good and definitely very vibey restaurant! Loved the views here. read more

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Came here for a team lunch on a Friday afternoon. It's a beautiful space, with a beautiful view of the Ferry Building and the water. The food, however, was just ok. The appetizers were hit or miss. The beef carpaccio, for example, was bland - no flavor or salt whatsoever. Some of the skewers were tasty, but the servicing size was quite small. The summer squash pizza was a solid main. For the price point, I would have expected better seasoning and execution of the dishes. The service was alright to start, and the waitstaff were friendly, but slowed down around halfway through the meal, and we spent over 2 hours in the restaurant given how slow the service was. read more

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I've eaten lunch here a couple times with coworkers due to its convenient location and great views and all in all, a pretty solid spot for your authentic Mediterranean fix. My team reserved a table for 10 in advance and the staff was friendly, helpful, and accommodating. Water glasses consistently filled and food checked in on. I've always had positive experiences with the items here; paella is one of the standouts. This time, I tried the arancini appetizer and the clam and shrimp linguine for my entree and both were delicious! I also loved the flourless chocolate cake for dessert, very decadent and chocolatey. Can't really go wrong with anything on the menu here, though expect them to be on the pricier end. Outside seating here is the way to go if you want the aesthetics of the Ferry Building scene. read more

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Walked in with no reservation on a Saturday Evening the night before the SF marathon, seated party of 6 with a toddler within minutes, not super busy Staff was attentive, checked up often, and provided very hospital service, changed cutlery out for mains House Sangria: 8/10: about as much as I'd expect when I ordered it, strong. No notes Arancini: 7.3: one of our favorite bites, crispy exterior, cheesy center. Branzino: 7.2: out of the few bites I had, 2 of them had an inedible piece small bone? Not the end of the world, fish was cooked okay. I've had better for the price Fattoush Salad: 7.5: refreshing, not too much going on but the acidity was a nice touch to cleanse from the other items, would order again. Octopus: 6.8: wasnt a huge fan of the cook on the octopus: I still like a little bite to it and it was a bit too soft for my liking, a bit more salt and time on the grill too per chance. Paired greens were a nice touch Potatoes: 8/10: arguably favorite bite of the night, very well seasoned and crispy exterior/soft bite 1/2 Chicken: 6.5: Not too be too picky, cook was great, breasts were moist and thighs/drums were good as well, loses points on seasoning, not too much going on, felt like a half made barbecue sauce. Paella 7.1: paella is one of my favorite foods, I prefer a bit of a crispy bottom due to the pan dish, this was not the case, was cooked properly, seasoning was alright. Chorizo was fine, could've passed on the chicken wings. Overall: I'd come back on occasion, vibes were good, food was okay. read more

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Went to Sens on a Friday night. It was semi-busy, but we were seated promptly and had a great view of the Ferry Building. The ambience was lovely, and I appreciated that they offered multiple non-alcoholic beverage options which was a nice touch. Unfortunately, the food didn't live up to the setting. The hummus on the Mediterranean plate tasted off and very bland. The pita bread was nice. Even the aioli that came with my kiddo's fries seemed separated and overly oily, so we chose not to eat it. The lamb ragu pasta was lacking salt and also quite oily. The paella was just okay and leaned heavily on chorizo, not what I'd expect for a $49 dish. Overall, we left feeling unsatisfied with the food and service while the ambience and view being the highlights read more

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we went to Sens during Tuesday lunch and ordered the pita spread, calamari and the clams linguine. overall, the restaurant has the aesthetics but everything else is ok. our server was ok and wasn't too nice. the pita spread is decent and the calamari is decent. it wasn't amazing but it also wasn't bad. it was a little pricey for the portion. the clams linguine was a little bit below average because the portion was a lot smaller than i expected and didn't really fill me up even with the apps. most importantly, the clams had a grainy taste to it and it seems like it wasn't cleaned well because it almost tasted like there were still sand in it. at the end of the meal, there was so much butter on my plate that i was a little surprised by the amount of butter that was added read more

Sens Restaurant - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - San Francisco, California

I will NEVER be coming back here. Not only did we have to wait 20 minutes just to receive a menu, or wait 1.5 hours for our food, or have our order messed up, but we were also completely ripped off because we were charged for sides no one ordered and upcharged for items that were supposed to be happy hour pricing. When we did try to point out that our bill was wrong, the waiter proceeded to say that he explicitly told us the fries were NOT included in the price of the burger when we specifically asked if they were included or not and he said nothing except "salad or fries". We had a reservation for our friend's birthday and should not have had to fight or complain when we came to enjoy the night and celebrate. To make matters worse, food was mid, cold, and flavorless. Do NOT come to this restaurant, you will only leave disappointed. read more

DO NOT GO WITH A LARGE PARTY ! my friends and I had an horrible experience. they cared more about charging us quickly before offering decent service. Food was mid. Miscommunication was on an entirely different level. Wouldn't recommend for large parties, sadly. read more

Very awesome restaurant, with great ambience, comfort, great food and excellent service. Sens has been a SF stable for nearly 20 years. The restaurant is tucked away near the Hyatt Regency / walking‐bridge area in San Francisco. at the 4 Embarcadero Center, Promenade Level above ground, and is a local / business area favorite. Service is always on point, professional, knowledgeable and prompt. Food is always fresh and great tasting. For a business lunch, they also offer a 2-course at $38 and 3-course at $42. Great restaurant with great food! read more

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Good spot for a corporate happy hour, but the bar gets pretty loud and there isn't that much seating. Location can't be beat since it's right on the Embarcadero and they also have an outdoor patio overlooking the bay. They have a happy hour menu 3:30-6pm. We ordered the following: - Charcuterie board $22 - good, but nothing unique - fries $9 - ok - Mushroom and Pepperoni pizza - both $22 were delicious - hummus platter $19 - ok - arancini $12 - comes with 4 and delicious Also had the sangria and it was a pretty generous pour. Overall, good vibe, and atmosphere for quick happy hours. Note: the bathroom is a bit hard to find, but in the middle of the restaurant with blue lights above. read more

Sens Restaurant - Charcuterie board - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - San Francisco, California

I came here for a team lunch and I had the Sens burger and the Mediterranean spreads. The burger had a delicious buttery brioche bun, and the fries were yummy! The spreads were all delicious and the pita was warm and fluffy. Service was good, we had our waters get continually topped up. This restaurant comes with a beautiful view of the Ferry building. I would definitely come here again. read more

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Came here for HH after work. Was able to sit outside and enjoy the air and nice views of the ferry building, water, and surrounding area. The inside of the restaurant itself is quite charming too but I really enjoyed being out on their patio as they are up on the 3rd floor. Got the sangria and a couple of bites. To me their sangria tasted watered down and not as flavorful as others I have tried. Their pita was served warm and well seasoned. I liked all the dips. They tasted fresh but could have used a bit more seasoning. We ordered the Lamb skewers since the menu said they had a pomegranate sauce which sounded great but when we got them the sauce was nowhere to be found nor could we taste it. A side of it would have been nice to have. Service was great and our server was friendly. Overall, nice views and atmosphere but both food and drinks could use more flavor. Maybe I'd try something different next time. read more

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Weather you're celebrating a birthday with friends or family, doing a team lunch, or in my case going to a company dinner, Sens has you covered. Super ample space for whatever size party you come with. Staff and service is top notch with each staff member being attentive of your needs. Kudos to the entire team. Everything on the menu is delicious and if you cannot find the right cocktail, your pro mixologist has you covered. read more

Ate here on a recent trip to San Francisco. The service was excellent and I loved the view of the Bay Bridge. My friend and I shared both the black cod and the pork chop. The latter was good but not easy to share. My cousin had the Brussel sprouts and paella, which was large enough to take some home. She also started the meal with the arancini and let us taste. I'd never had it before but it was delicious, with great texture outside and in, and I will try again next time I have the opportunity. She didn't like the espresso and only had one sip, but I didn't ask for details. She did like the soft serve dessert, which was a very large serving, and every time she thought she was done, she would continue to go back for more bites. read more

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Sens was an amazing spot for a party of 20 - it handled a large group effortlessly. The views are beautiful, with a great look at the Bay Bridge and the water, and I'd love to come back in the summertime just to sit at the bar and enjoy drinks with that scenery. The food was a big hit across the board. We ordered a variety of dishes, including the chicken sandwich, several pizzas (all delicious), Caesar salad with shrimp, burgers, and more - and everyone loved their meal. There was truly something for every diet. If you're sensitive to noise, this might not be the best choice during a busy lunch hour, as it does get very loud. That said, the service was excellent, and the restaurant was very clean and well maintained. One thing to note for large groups: there is no automatic gratuity added, so be mindful to take care of your server - they absolutely deserve it. I personally think this is something the restaurant should reconsider for the sake of their staff. Overall, great food, great service, and an incredible view. Would definitely return. read more

This space is really beautiful but every time I come in, it's always without reservations and all their tables are usually booked so I would recommend making a reservation. They have a lot of work events at this spot. It's a little tricky to find this place, but you have to go up to the second or third floor and it's right next to the hotel. The food is pretty good, but I've only ordered things on the happy hour menu so I need to try more. read more

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This place I will forever hold close to my heart. A couple of years ago, my now husband reunited here after so many years. We recently went back, and I think we ordered the same thing. The jalapeño corn bread and the friend chicken. We initially just wanted to stop by for drinks but after talking for so long, we decided to order and early dinner. The ambiance is always amazing since you have an amazing view of Embarcadero and also playing great music w a DJ! read more

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Got last min reservations for dinner. Tried the Mediterranean spread and bone marrow appetizers, chicken, mushroom pasta and pork chop. I would say the food is just ok. Pitas aren't fluffy and the bread that comes with the bone marrow was burnt and soaked in butter. It was just ok. I liked our entrees more than the appetizers. The chicken was cooked quite well but the mushrooms in the sauce were cold. Nothing wowed me but the food was ok. read more

Sens was perfectly fine. We went as a group of six for happy hour just to get a couple of drinks. Sitting outside was nice as you could get the mix of the cold air as well as the nice warm glow from the heaters. The service was a bit slow but I suppose for happy hour it made sense. There was a big reunion happening at the same time so a lot of attention was being paid there as well. The drinks aren't nothing to rave about and they are quite privy. Even the non alcoholic mixed drinks for some reason are always very expensive which just doesn't sit very well with me. Overall, a nice place to sit and look out onto the Embarcadero but nothing worth going out of the way for. read more

Sens Restaurant - Happy hour menu - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - San Francisco, California

Sens is yummy! We stopped by for a team happy hour and it was a beautiful ambiance. Keep in mind the happy hour menu portions are very tiny and I would double servings if you're coming here with a large group. The lamb skewers and burger were really good! Everything else was good as well but didnt stand out to me. Service is great and accommodating, they were packed when we went but I felt like they gave us adequate attention especially as a large group. I read more

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We had our wedding reception at Sens, and I'm so glad we did! From the initial inquiry all the way to the day of the event, Fabio and Rachel were fantastic and so helpful with organizing everything. The whole process of working with them and the team at Sens was very easy and seamless. At the reception, the food was delicious (seriously, so many of our guests went out of their way to tell us how much they enjoyed everything). Their service is also wonderful, prompt, and thoughtful. We were on the terrace, and the view there is just incredible. Whether you're looking to host an event at Sens, or just want to get lunch/dinner there, I would highly recommend it! read more

We came for a large group dinner and the menu selected included appetizer of dips (trio) and chicken meatballs. The main courses were served family style with options for steak, salmon and tomato pasta. One will expect that the food would take a while to be served due to the size of the group. The pace was a bit slow which allowed for plenty of drinks. They had a nice wine selection and the servers kept our glasses filled. Cheers! read more

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Fantastic restaurant with a world class view! I had the Mediterranean appetizer (hummus etc.) and the steak. Both were delicious. Seated at the window with a nice view of the Embarcadero and Ferry Building. Wine was great. Service was perfect. The Hyatt next door has a bridge connecting to the restaurant entrance. read more

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Location and service were great but this place is definitely a corporate card restaurant. I had the paella. It comes with a chorizo-esque sausage, fried chicken wings and two uncut piquillo peppers; no onion, peas or any other vegetable matter. The rice itself was leathery and dried out. For $53 it was incredibly disappointing. It was also the closest thing to Mediterranean food in the entrees. Similarly, the wine by the glass list could in no way be considered even "Med inspired" as the closest was a tempranillo grown in landlocked Rioja. Skip this one read more

Chicken paella? Really ? No warning whatso ever. Came out with straight up chicken and rice. read more

Sens Restaurant - This is a first ...chicken paella no shrimp or seafood at all. Weird. - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - San Francisco, California

We came to Sens for lunch on a weekday, and the restaurant was mostly empty. Because of this, we were able to get a table right up against the windows and had beautiful views of the Embarcadero, Ferry Building, and waterfront while we dined. We got a few items and everything was tasty but obviously expensive given location. Service was friendly and attentive. Overall we enjoyed our meal and would consider coming back for a vibey meal. read more

Had the pleasure of dining here on a Tuesday night around 7 pm for a team dinner! Great location at the Embarcadero center with a great view of the city. Tight interior though when you have a large party, but we were sat immediately and service was smooth and attentive. We ordered family style for appetizers and ordered individual entrees. Appetizers: - Pita Bread: soft, fluffy, and crunchy - Crab Dip: creamy dip with soft crab cakes - Rib Skewers: delicious cuts of meat, great char My main: Steak with Fries - Fries were the best side of the table with it being crunch, salty, and delicious - The steak was satisfactory, but it was really under flavored because of a lack of seasoning. Needed more salt Great dinner experience with the team read more

Sens Restaurant - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - San Francisco, California

Came here with some coworkers for happy hour on a Friday around 5pm. Lots of people were inside and it was already super loud, but outside seating was empty and quiet. A lot more people began coming as time passed. Fries - 4/5, yum! Well fried and very crispy. Came with mayo (?) and ketchup, but honestly really good without sauce. Chicken - 4/5, also crispy and well fried. Came with honey and what I'm guessing is buffalo sauce. Drinks - delicious and quite strong. read more

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TLDR: Sens is a casual-to-nice Mediterranean restaurant at the top of one of the Embarcadero buildings overlooking the water. I've been here many times and it's a great place to host events or large groups for dinner thanks to the spacious indoor and outdoor dining spaces. However foodwise, while some dishes are great, I think there were several dishes that could have used some improvement. ------ FOOD: 1. Paella (5/5) - Best thing Sens serves hands down. Whole thing is really flavorful, they don't skimp on the chorizo, shrimp, or chicken, and it wasn't dry at all. This takes a while to come out, so plan accordingly. 2. Chocolate Mousse (5/5) - Simple, excellent, beautiful dessert in a beautiful dessert glass. Good size and would be great to split with someone 3. Liberty Farms Duck Confit (4.5/5) - Smaller portion for an entree but was tender for duck and had a great flavor. Love the garnishes around the duck leg 4. Fries (4.5/5) - Actually surprisingly pretty good. Fries were really well seasoned with a slight kick that I loved. They hold their shape nicely (i.e. not limp / soggy) but they could have been slightly crispier. The curry ketchup was super unique 5. Rigatoni (4/5) - I thought the pasta was cooked well and was slightly al dente. The tomato vodka sauce and basil pieces were quite good, but the dish could have used a bit more cheese to elevate to the next level. A little one-dimensional after a few bites, but those first few bites are tasty! 6. Strawberry Galette (4/5) - Basically a warm strawberry pie topped with lemon gelato. This is a very comforting dessert. A galette crust is definitely breadier and much thicker than a pie crust 7. Heirloom Tomato Salad (4/5) - Tomatoes were flavorful and salad was a good size -- good to share 8. Charcuterie (3.5/5) - The two long pieces of crusty wheat-based baguette were nice and the meats were good, but I think it would have been nice to have had single-serve baguette pieces or crackers instead to make it more shareable 9. Roasted Half Chicken (2.5/5) - Not bad if you really cover it in sauce, but otherwise quite dry 10. Mediterranean Spreads (2.5/5) - They were fine but none were amazing and the pita didn't look the most appetizing 11. Halibut Crudo (1/5) - Unfortunately tasted low quality and oily 12. Pan-Roasted Ling Cod (0/5) - Very fishy and very overcooked. The veggie garnishes around it (squash, zucchini) were unfortunately also unappetizing. In general, just extremely expensive for what you get. ------ SERVICE: * I think service met expectations and they did a good job with efficiently clearing plates between courses + pouring water for us when they could + wiping the table before dessert * Overall service could have been slightly faster though. There were moments when we were just sitting there waiting for a server to come by our table, but this is a big restaurant with lots of large parties so I can understand ------ ENVIRONMENT: * The restaurant itself plays up the Mediterranean vibe, which works since it overlooks the Bay * Lots of seating indoors at the bar, small tables, and long tables for large parties (very accommodating in this respect) * Outdoor seating is nice during the day, but beware SF nights that get very cold very quickly * Walk up the spiral walkway in the center of 4 Embarcadero to the top floor to find Sens. There's also an elevator in the complex. read more

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I had my birthday dinner here and Sens was a great place to celebrate. They not only brought out a custom birthday card that greeted me but they also had a sparkling chocolate cake. The overall experience felt incredibly welcoming and celebratory. The view of the ferry building was very pleasant and the food was cooked well. Some highlights of the food include the chicken. I would skip out on the skewers for a big group because there were only 2. read more

Sens is a beautiful restaurant, perfect for large parties, business lunches and dinners, and celebratory events. I really appreciated the atmosphere, with its intricate indoor design details and excellent customer service. I went for lunch with some co-workers, and it was a great dining experience because they can accommodate large groups without it feeling too crowded. Their menu is quite affordable for a casual near-luxury experience. For starters, I tried the Mediterranean Spreads and the Crispy Falafel. The Mediterranean Spreads were delicious, especially the tzatziki and oven-roasted pita combination. The Crispy Falafel was also good, though the portion size was quite small. For my main dish, I ordered the Steak Au Poivre (ribeye). I requested medium, but it was cooked well-done, which was unfortunate. The steak seemed to be of high quality, but the overcooking made it less enjoyable. However, the flavorful gravy sauce helped make it more bearable. The fries were crisp and tasty. My co-workers really enjoyed their dishes. Maybe it was just the ribeye that didn't turn out well. Everything else about this restaurant--from the quality dining experience and great customer service to the tasty dishes (other than the ribeye, of course)--is definitely worth it. read more

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Delicious food, lovely space, and kind service! I highly recommend the gnocchi and the hot hazelnut chocolate cake! My team and I came here for lunch, and we left full and satisfied. Everything on the menu looked fantastic, but the gnocchi from the lunch set menu piqued my interest the most. I wasn't banking on them allowing me to order it standalone, but to my surprise, they did!! And they let me add shrimp too, which I would recommend to make it a bit more substantial. It was absolutely delicious, and probably the best gnocchi I've ever had. The texture was fluffy with a touch of crispiness, the sauce was super flavorful and rich (I couldn't put my finger on it, maybe brown butter? either way, amazing), the corn added fun pops of sweetness, and they loaded up on the bacon lardons. For dessert, we ordered the meyer lemon tart and the hot hazelnut chocolate cake. The meyer lemon tart was great, on the lighter side, and actually quite large, so I'd recommend splitting it with someone else. The hot hazelnut cake stole the show. It was like an elevated Domino's chocolate lava crunch cake. While there was no crunch, it was super chocolatey and rich. It is on the smaller side though, so I would not recommend splitting it . Bonus: it's gluten-free, meaning our gluten-intolerant friends can partake im the flavors as well! All in all, we enjoyed our meal at Sens! I would definitely recommend checking it out if you're in the area. read more

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I can't say enough good things about Sen's the staff is extremely friendly. The ambiance is light and airy with amazing views of the ferry building. I've been multiple times for lunch, happy hour and the amazing fries chicken Fridays! Wish they were opened on the weekends! read more

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I love the outdoor terrace here!! It is the perfect spot for an after work drink. Beautiful views overlooking the bay and the ferry building, with great food and great drinks - what more can you ask for. They have plenty of heat lamps so don't let the outdoor seating in SF weather intimidate you. They also have some happy hour deals that go until 6pm. The staff here are incredibly warm and friendly, a special shout out to Willie who made our visit extra memorable. I really enjoyed the trio of spreads (tzatziki, hummus, muhammara) with pita. read more

Sens Restaurant - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - San Francisco, California

Martha Nell and Alana always pick the perfect venue to dine and Sens met all my expectations. They joined me at Sens for a lite afternoon snack and beverages with authority and as always, there was robust conversation and bold laughter.  I arrived early so I had an Old Fashioned to adjust the mood. We started off with an appetizer, Mediterranean spreads, gigante beans, olives, tzatziki za'atar, olive oil romesco, almonds, and extra wood-oven roasted pita. In addition to the coolest vibe and views that were therapeutic, the entire staff were amazing. We had a great table at window with magnificent views. Alana and I ordered the Heirloom Tomato Panzanella salad and added wood-oven roasted salmon and Martha Nell ordered the Cucumber & Melon salad and added crispy falafel that she paired with a Grenache Rosé and I paired mine with a lovely Albariño. Our server Elias was extraordinary and when we asked him to take a photo of us, he suggested that we go out onto the patio to take a photo with the San Francisco Ferry building in the background. read more

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Never heard of this spot but a coworker suggested it for lunch. Definitely surprised by the location and the restaurant itself. Great views of the Ferry Building and the entire restaurant is decorated nicely. The rigatoni was a great vegetarian dish with lots variety! Would definitely recommend, but it is a little hard to find the entrance. read more

Sens Restaurant - Rigatoni - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - San Francisco, California