Seneca Trattoria

It was literally the best place I ever been in my town! Atmosphere feels unreal! So much plants inside makes you feel like you are somewhere in the middle of jungle , servers dressed up very professionally, the view .... OMG! We were greeted by hostess and being told to wait until 4.30 pm since this is when they are starting their dinner. We got an amazing table with incredible views of our best town in the world ... GOD DAMN , SAN DIEGO I LOVE YOU SO MUCH!!!!!! Our server Jade M. was amazing from the start to the end! SENECA! IF SHE DOESN'T GET A RAISE I'M NOT COMING BACK!!!! All our cocktails, appetizers and main courses were delicious!!! We had a chance to see sunset and beautiful big city lights! What a great time I had tonight!!! The only one thing I wood change- it's benches we were sitting on, since the chain handle from my bag got stuck and I spent time after dinner trying to take it out... what a challenge : D Thank you!

Amazing Experience! This place is absolutely incredible! The view is stunning, and the food was amazing. We had prawns, broccolini, pizza, and salad—everything was absolutely delicious. The cocktails were fantastic too, and the price-quality ratio was excellent. I truly loved everything about it and will definitely be coming back for sure. Highly recommend!

I liked this place. I especially want to mention the wonderful staff who are very attentive to customers. The staff is friendly and positive. The interior is nice, and of course, its peculiarity is that it is so high up and the view from the restaurant is magical, especially at sunset. We had pizza and liked it. The only thing was that it was with hot pepper and we were not warned that it was a little spicy. I recommend everyone to visit this place.

Seneca is a beautiful rooftop Italian restaurant that overlooks the Midway in downtown San Diego. If you are looking for a dinner with a view on the fancier side, this is the restaurant for you. The staff is very friendly and helpful if you have any questions while you’re there. We started with meatballs and arancini. The arancini with the truffle was delicious, I wanted to keep eating them! The restaurant has a huge wood fired oven for pizza and all of the pizzas we saw coming out looked great. Both of the fresh pastas were cooked perfectly and you could tell they were handmade. The agnolotti was really good, I especially liked the ricotta filling with the truffles on top.

Great restaurant! The terrace is lovely. Food and cocktails were great. Service, superb! The only confusing thing was the waiters outfit didn’t correspond to the Italian theme!

I had the best Espresso martini and prawns I’ve ever had! Pablo provided great service and had great knowledge of the menu to help us decide. This place was so good and you can’t beat the rooftop view. 10/10 would recommend!

This place was amazing! Dined here for my birthday and everything was phenomenal! We were sat at the perfect table and the service was 10/10 and the food we shared was also really good - from the app to the pastas and the cocktails, I would highly recommend trying this place! Reservations are encouraged

We came here for drinks and to share a dessert after eating at Miguel’s since we wanted more of a closer view of the bay. I can say that the view from Seneca was breathtaking as well, a whole different view. We sat at the bar and we still enjoyed the view. This place is definitely “insta worthy” in ALL aspects, starting from their starry ceiling entrance, to their presentation of drinks, the breathtaking view, the food presentation and even the BATHROOMS 😂. The drinks were delicious and the bartender, I can remember her name but she deserves a raise because she was so knowledgeable, maybe Emily? I might be wrong. The mela dolce is one of the best desserts I’ve ever had and I love desserts. I go to San Diego just for that delicious dessert. Service was amazing and parking, well we parked by the harbor so we all know how parking is around there. Oh and I did hear that the menu constantly changes but I hope they keep that dessert!

drinks, vibes, and ambience are great, but the food is terrible. i've had better at olive garden. I would go again just for fun cocktails with friends, definitely not the food though, eat somewhere else.

The focaccia bread was amazing. I'm not a fan of bread but this was worth it. We had olives, salad, meatballs and white beans and an excellent bottle of wine! Beautiful view and decor. The service was helpful, and enjoyable. You cant say that very often. The entire experience makes me want to bring new friends.

Seneca is a beautiful rooftop Italian restaurant that overlooks the Midway in downtown San Diego. If you are looking for a dinner with a view on the fancier side, this is the restaurant for you. The staff is very friendly and helpful if you have any questions while you're there. We started with meatballs and arancini. The arancini with the truffle was delicious, I wanted to keep eating them! The restaurant has a huge wood fired oven for pizza and all of the pizzas we saw coming out looked great. Both of the fresh pastas were cooked perfectly and you could tell they were handmade. The agnolotti was really good, I especially liked the ricotta filling with the truffles on top.

Excellent ambiance, gorgeous views. Pristine service and cute cutlery Food was fantastic! Meatballs are the best I have ever had.

A great little spot in the Bayfront & perfect place for a rooftop lunch with a great view. The view is beautiful at dinner too but I rather come at lunch because it can get a bit busy at dinner. Either time you choose I recommend you make reservations. The customer service is very good from the start to the end & the place is real cute & good for a nice fancy date or a business meeting or important birthday. As for the food, what we had was very good, I'm a big Lamb fan so the Lamb Pasta was a hit for me. I brought my daughter for her 18th birthday for lunch so she had the Margarita pizza & Mock-tails & she loved it & we loved the garlic butter bread. She can't wait to come back for a lunch date again with me & I can't wait to come back either & try other items. Keep up the great job Seneca & see you soon :)

Visit for the aesthetic vs. the food. The decor is very cute and the server was attentive. The cocktails and appetizer were great however main entree was just okay.

Seneca has some of the best ambiance in San Diego! As a rooftop experience the views are great and the decor is unmatched. They had a holiday cocktail menu as well which offered a fun variety and the food was very enjoyable as well. I brought a friend who was visiting and I feel like it was the perfect venue to impress a guest.

Delicious NYE dinner at Seneca. The service was great, despite them being so busy our servers never once looked rushed. Started with app and then my pizza arrived a short time later, the mortadella pizza was delicious, the spice level was perfection. I also ordered the Spagetti carbonara and the 16 oz NY. Perfectly cooked and delicious! The view is incredible from the 19th floor and the heaters above us kept us warm all night.

This is def the place you wanna book for a date night or just in the mood for an experience. The vibes are moody, dark and enjoyable to be in. Our server Marie B was great and really made our dinner memorable. The food is good but not mind blowing, the Margherita pizza is a good choice.

Vibes are immaculate at Seneca and it's got service to match. They fall short slightly on food, but overall still pretty good. Truffle Aranchi 8.5/10: Delicious appetizer that isn't too heavy and can be easily shared. Risotto fritter with a nice, subtle truffle flavor. Cavatelli alla sugo di agnello 7/10: I'm torn on how to rate this cavatelli. This pasta style is always a little tricky to rate on cookery. Overall, the flavors were okay but execution just didn't sit right for me. It was a nice meaty dish. Drinks were good. I forget the name of mine but it's a passionfruit base and is on the bitter side, hardly sweet. Still quite enjoyable.

Came to dinner with some friends to celebrate a medical school acceptance. The restaurant is on a rooftop and it was really aesthetic and nice to see the sunset there. We were right at the edge. We tried several pastas and pizzas and my favorite was the Calabrian sausage. I also like the truffle arancini appetizer that we started with which was so crispy. Our waitress was also very nice and took good care of us! We also were aboe to catch the firework show that was going on and the view on the roof was great.

If I came back, it'd be only for drinks and the view, which was absolutely beautiful at sunset, overlooking the skyline and the water. You take the lobby elevator up to the top floor, which exits into a very dark room, then you follow the noise and feel for the door to enter the restaurant. The food unfortunately was disappointing, especially for the price. We (regretfully) ordered the braised spigarello and cacio e pepe. The calabrian sausage pizza was decent though.

We've been trying to find time to get to this joint for a few years, and we picked a perfect weather night! Started out with a drink, and was disappointed there were no local beer options, though my bride loved her cocktail! Started out with a beautiful salad; fruits and veggies with cool cheese dollops. Chose carbonara and a meat pizza for the main course. Everything was good. Enjoyed our visit, but felt this place was just average. Beautiful scenery and furnishings and average food. At first glance This joint does not make the list.

Great staff, friendly and attentive. I love the ambiance, feels like you're in old Miami. My fav dishes are the prawns, truffle arancini, whole grilled fish, linguini with clams, the salad comes out with beautiful flowers and fennel- delish!!! Also they have a great wine selection. They got rid of my fav desert and I still haven't found a replacement - ha ha!

My group and I had an extremely unsettling experience for dinner today. Our reservations were for 8:30pm, yet we were not seated until 50 minutes later at 9:20pm.... We were offered complimentary champagne while we waited, which was a sweet gesture, but it took 15 minutes for us to receive it. When we were finally seated, our waitress was inconsistent in coming to check on us. I will admit we asked for a few minutes 2 times (once for our main food order and another for dessert) but she took 25 minutes to come back and check on us again. The staff serving water came around consistently, which was a huge plus, but it did not make up for the minimal amount of times we were spoken to by someone who could take note of our orders. We sat at the table from 9:20pm-11:20pm and were approached by the waitress a maximum of 7 times, 2 of which we called her. The service was agonizingly slow. I informed the restaurant about my visit via the "How was your visit?" link on the texted receipt, and can update with their response. However, I don't have high hopes because I tried to call 3 times before today's reservation and they never picked up the phone. Update: I spoke with the owner and he was extremely apologetic.

The main attraction to this place is definitely the environment. Of course there's the views, but the decor and atmosphere of the actual dining area is beautiful in itself. The servers are all friendly and very attentive. Food-wise, it was pretty good. Flavors were definitely solid. Nothing mind-blowing, but certainly worth the price given the service and experience. The "Perfect Timing" cocktail was a perfect blend of sweet and bitter. Mortadella pizza had a perfect crisp and hold, it was the best dish we had. The chicken entree was a nice hearty compliment to the pizza. Splitting an entree and a pizza was the way to go, plenty of food for my wife and I. The truffle arancini was a nice, light starter with well balanced textures and flavors. We got free glasses of champagne for our anniversary as well! Given everything, there's not really anything I can complain about, we had good food in a great environment and were treated well. I'd definitely come here again for nice occasions

From the moment you step out of the elevator, Seneca transports you into a different world within San Diego! The ambience, theming and atmosphere at this place is one of the coolest and beautiful I've seen. It's great for a date night or celebration! The food is good, nothing super outstanding, but still delicious. The truffle arincini are a must get and my favorite bite of the night and the Margherita pizza is fresh and preferred over the sausage. Oh and the limoncello almonds they give as a thank you are SO GOOD We had a reservation and still had to wait 15 minutes on a Tuesday night, so plan ahead if coming here. The server made us feel welcome and was so friendly, it added to the experience! Excited to come back in the daytime and sit outside for the view!

Seneca in Downtown San Diego is an absolute gem! The outdoor view is breathtaking, offering a stunning skyline of the city that makes it the perfect spot for a romantic date night or an intimate gathering with two to four people. Fair warning: if you're coming with a larger party like we did (we were six), you may not be seated outdoors since the tables are smaller and geared toward smaller groups. However, the interior design is just as beautiful, with a sophisticated and chic ambiance that's perfect for photos and Instagram-worthy moments. When it comes to the food, it's good but not groundbreaking. The menu leans toward the pricey side, with pasta dishes around $27-$29, and the portions are on the smaller side. However, the $18 margarita pizza was a great value, and the house bread was a standout--it was fluffy, delicious, and probably my favorite thing on the menu. The service was fabulous! Our servers were so kind and attentive, going above and beyond to celebrate my friend's 21st birthday. They even let us keep the menu as a memento, which was such a thoughtful touch. One of the highlights is that Seneca is located on the 19th floor of a hotel, which is why the views are so incredible. The combination of the scenic skyline, the beautiful interior, and the welcoming staff made this a memorable experience. Overall, I loved the vibes and can't wait to return. Whether you're looking for a unique dining spot with stellar views or a cute venue for a special occasion, Seneca is a must-visit in San Diego!

This place is very special, so much attention to every detail and the views are absolutely amazing of San Diego Bay. We had amazing pasta, pizza and a rib eye. Nothing disappointed. The service was top notch and the atmosphere was amazing. The drinks were perfect. I hope to go back one day.

Service: Was pretty good, checked on us and treated us respectfully. Gave us good recommendations when we were unsure of what to order. Made sure we had water topped off. Made sure the food came out in a good order and not all at once so we weren't bombarded with all the food at once. Overall good service Food: Pizza tasted amazing! Would definitely recommend. The steak was delicious as well! It wasn't that $130 steak but it was still delicious and would get it again. The rest of the food was nothing too special but it wasn't bad either so definitely try them out to see what you like! Ambiance: the atmosphere here was perfecttt, we got to sit next to the side where we could look out which was exactly what we wanted. It felt like a perfect date night for my wife and I and we overall enjoyed the experience just because of that. The inside is still nice as well but we didn't want to sit inside so we were glad we got to sit outside. Downside here is that the wait times take FOREVER. I think we waited nearly 2 hours so we walked around the area till it got closer to our reservation time. We couldn't call them either for a reservation so we went in to set it. If you're able to set a reservation over the phone then definitely do that(I'm unsure if they do over the phone reservations). I'd say try this place out once. It is a bit pricey so it's not gonna be a place i come to often but I wouldn't mind bringing a relative or friend here so they can experience it once.

The food was mid, I got the lasagna and it had no flavor and was slightly burned. It took a long time to arrive id say almost 40 minutes. The largest table did not fit us 6 comfortably. The ambiance and view was nice, and the service was excellent, such nice staff and they were very knowledgeable of the drinks and menu.

Great ambiance. Great views and details were very cute. But our salad was way too drenched in oil it wasn't even eatable and our pasta was way too salty, the prawns were the only thing good and even that had a ton of sauce ... might try again at night

I'm a big fan of most CH restaurants and was quite disappointed tonite. We had a reservation and were seated 30 minutes late. They did offer a glass of champagne which was lovely. It was difficult to get any attention from a waiter and it took forever to order any food. Once the food finally came it was good, not great, but somewhat tasty. I probably will only be back if someone from out of town wants to come here. Not a memorable meal, poor service in a beautiful setting.

Seneca is a hidden gem perched at the top of the Intercontinental Hotel in San Diego, and the vibe is seriously vibing. With cool upscale themed spaces ranging from nautical to forest, it feels like you're in another world. The views? Breathtaking--ocean, downtown San Diego, and Coronado in the distance. The food doesn't disappoint either. The vodka pasta was perfectly al dente. The meatball pizza was super good especially with a switch to burrata for the cheese, and those Brussel sprouts? I wanted to drink the sauce they came in!! The service was also refreshingly genuine--everyone tried to accommodate our requests. Overall, highly recommend!

What a sorry excuse for Italian food. Pizza is bland and lacks taste. Pastas are all super basic and boring. Never been somewhere that can manage to mess up a simple Moscow mule... Maybe show some better customer service to make up for the bad food.

Let me just say... Seneca Trattoria is a whole experience! From the moment I walked in, the sensual ambiance wrapped me up like a warm embrace. The dim lighting, sultry décor, and that seductive view of the skyline--it's the kind of place that makes you feel like you've stepped into a secret, tucked-away paradise. Now let's talk FOOD --The Calabrian dishes are nothing short of *yummy decadence*--every bite felt like an indulgence. The heat from the Calabrian chili lingers just long enough to make you crave more. I couldn't decide if the spicy sausage rigatoni or the burrata stole the show, but both had me whispering 'wow' with every mouthful. **Shoutout to Anaya,** who made my dining experience feel effortless and oh-so-luxurious. Her attentive service and knowing smile made me feel right at home, and she had the best recommendations. Service like hers is what would make me drive two hours to return! And can we please talk about the cocktails?! Every sip of their craft cocktails was deliciously *salacious*. Whether you're into strong and smoky or fruity and flirtatious, Seneca's mixologists will give you a drink that feels like a passionate kiss. Seriously. Their mezcal cocktail? Enough to make anyone blush. Seneca is that rare place that begs you to come back the very next day. Which, ahem, I did. Twice in two days while traveling? That should tell you everything.

The garlic bread was so good would highly highly recommend. I came here for my friend's birthday and the ambiance and view was so amazing. The servers were so kind and accommodating and very willing to answer any questions. The carbonara wasn't for me but it was still very delicious.

I recently celebrated a friend's birthday at Seneca, and it was an absolute delight. The ambiance was warm and inviting, and the service was impeccable. We started with the meatballs and eggplant appetizers, both of which were outstanding. The meatballs were flavorful, and the eggplant was perfectly cooked. Would highly recommend both. For the main course, I was able to share the Mafalda corta and the mortadella pizza. The pasta was truly spectacular,the flavors went so well together. The mortadella pizza, while still good, didn't quite live up to the same standard as the rest of the meal. I think we would rather order two kinds of pasta to share next time. We finished the meal with the tiramisu, the perfect sweet ending to a delicious dinner. Throughout the evening, we had the pleasure of chatting with the sommelier, who provided excellent wine recommendations. Both of his picks were spot on after telling him what kind of vibe we were after. Overall, Seneca is a fantastic restaurant with delicious food, attentive service, and a great atmosphere. It's the perfect place for a special occasion or a night out with friends.

Exquisite: marked by flawless craftsmanship or by beautiful execution. This word perfectly encapsulates the essence of this one-of-a-kind dining experience, where every detail is meticulously curated. From the moment you step inside, the ambiance envelops you, simmering with a refined elegance that lingers long after you leave. The atmosphere resonates with the warmth presented by each service member of the establishment. Its unique design and artistic touch transports you into a new realm; a dimension of architectural ingenuity. The cuisine is a masterful expression of culinary artistry, exquisite from start to finish. Begin with the grilled shrimp, a remarkable delicacy that sets the tone for the evening. Follow with the 45-day dry-aged ribeye, accompanied by alla vodka pasta and potatoes steeped in a rich tomato sauce. Concluded the night with a lavish dessert, a celebration of 21 revolutions around the sun, each bite as joyous as the milestone it honors.

My friend and I came in here for a drink and sat at the bar. They have lots of fun drinks, and the service is very attentive. There's also great views from the restaurant if you're at a table, but the ambiance was nice even at the bar.

Definitely a place for some great instagram pics. Restaurant is super aesthetic and so nicely decorated and has a great view of the harbor. The service was also super great. They have good drinks as well however there is definitely better pasta and Italian food elsewhere. Did not find anything special with their pasta and our bread came out kind of cold. The food is also definitely overpriced in my opinion. You definitely are paying for the views and vibes.

Money hungry establishment with no regard for quality or manner to its visitors. Horrible performance of food if you like good quality Italian. Our pizza was soggy and flavorless. Probably the most bland vodka pasta I've ever had as well. With such high prices you expect a good chef to be running their kitchen. They tried to offer us cheap champagne for a toast but soon realized after watching two other tables get the same thing with the same wording it's just a ploy to increase their tip. We were rushed out by a rude manager named Bosko even while tables who sat before us stayed and enjoyed their time after we finished. To the owner: find a new GM that guy is incredibly rude and was awful at communicating with us. Save yourself a trip and don't come to this trash place. Plenty of actual good restaurant in San Diego that deserve your visit.

Incredible views with okay pasta. Came here on a Friday night and it was quite busy, definitely recommend making a reservation. There's a bar area but not many seats, we hung out for about 30 minutes and managed to get bar seats though. At the bottom of the intercontinental, there's a big sign outside, getting in the elevator, the floor says Seneca next to it. At the top, the room is dark with pin lights in the ceiling like stars. There are incredible views throughout the restaurant, even by the bathroom. This is the kinda place you take someone and they'll be stunned by the vibe. The menu actually isn't too expensive as you might think it'd be for this location. Cocktail menu is fun with a variety of interesting choices. We started off with focaccia which came with a whipped marscapone. The bread was pretty good, but no overly developed flavors here. Then had the cavatelli with lamb ragu with a side of brussel sprouts. The cavatelli, were very basic, a touch of chewy, did not taste homemade. The lamb ragu was good but again, no overly complex flavors here where I'd expect some deep tomato or rich braised lamb, just mediocre. The plate was topped with an inordinate amount of cheese, almost trying to mask everything else. The brussels were nicely done, very crispy, they were supposed to have nduja with them (a spicy sort of sausage paste) but I didn't taste that anywhere in the dish. Service was a bit slow at the bar, but nothing unexpected for a busy bar on a Friday night. Overall don't expect to be blown away by the food, it's passable. But the views and ambience definitely have me wanting to return.

The restaurant and view are beautiful. The elevator ride up that lead to the dark room was a nice surprise. We ordered pizzas since that was the only thing available. Marg pizza was good, others were ok. Service was wonderful. -1 star for only having pizza at the time we went and bringing wrong whiskey (but it was promptly corrected).

Sooo disappointed in this place. It really is just ha place for the aesthetics. The views are really what's nice and the aesthetic. To start we ordered the truffle Arancini which was probably the best thing on the menu. It would've been a lot better if served with some type of sauce. For our entrees we ordered the rib eye and vodka pasta. We asked for the ribeye to be cooked medium and It was more on the medium rare side. It was not even flavorful at all, honestly I make a better steak. The pasta was also best mediocre at best. It lacked flavor and was cool too al dente for my liking. We let the server know and she did offer dessert on her. We got the tiramisu, which was actually Pretty good. I don't remember our drink names: but they were just okay. Honestly, I read the reviews before and was hesitant but wanted to try for myself. It's safe to say I'll never be back. Overpriced meal for mediocre food.

Beautiful place for a fancy dinner. We went for a bachelorette and were very happy with the food as well as the service. The sommelier recommended a bottle of montepulciano which turned out to be exactly what the group wanted. We also got the arancini, funghi pizza, margherita pizza, lamb pasta, brussel sprouts, clam pasta. All of the dishes turned out to be quite delicious.

Super cute Gilligan's island vibes for me here! Perfect Embarcadero view here. Service was perfect. Our waitress and even the servers checked on us. Arrive was great. While waiting ppl came after us but the waitress assumed the other couple was us lol it's ok but never assume the names go w the looks haha. All good it happens. Ooooo man my most fav dish was the WOOD FIRE PRAWNS!! . Idk if it was the prawn or what I forgot the name of it but wow it was amazing I want t to go back and order one for him and one for me lol I was keto but wow that bread I could not say no! Even my co worker who told me about this spot said him & his lady loved it too! Must go!

Oh boy! I've been invited various times to come eat here and every time I came up with an excuse to not go. In reality, I just wanted to go alone. I like eating alone, well I came with my wife, she gets me and she knows my relationship with eating and food. So even though I wasn't alone, I was with my best friend and she knows my quirks.... This place is indescribable, actually it's very describable. At the top of the InterContinental Hotel, with a one way elevator to get to the top, you come into a dark room full of star and upon pushing those dark doors open... you enter a beautifully lit room with an ocean painted ceiling that I think represents the voyage you're about to take. The half fish, half Roman statue head logo is pretty bad ass! The drink place holders are fancy and delicate, the drink stirrer is pretty bad ass too! The garden filled room, with the Poseidon or Triton statue is very Romanesque and really encompasses the vibe and environment. Then you remember you're at the top of a building and you see that San Diego skyline view!!! Oooh it's sexy!!! We had to wait for our seats because we showed up early so I can take it all in and be able to write this review. We took a seat at the bar, got some Drinks from the bar, we got an old fashioned and a mezcal drink called La Mosca (fire by the way), maybe a little too much ice, but it was good. Then we took our drink and sat behind the statue in the nice shaded area. Soon after we got our table. The table was in the center of the room with probably the best view in my opinion. Our server talked us through the menu very eloquently and after we asked for his recommendations, that's exactly what we got and man are we glad we did! We got the grilled prawns to start. Let me explain what happened: we got the prawns, very yelpy-like, I took pictures and didn't care if any stared at me because this was a beautiful plate!!! Not only beautiful, but extremely delicious! The mascarpone sauce soaked focaccia bread where the grilled prawn rest is amazing!!!!! You will need to order a side of focaccia bread because the sauce, you can't leave. You just can't, it so good!!!! Next, we got our entrees: my lady got a the NY strip steak, which was grilled to perfection and very juicy! Very good! And very good size! Enough to share I believe. I got the pork chop! **I want to take a second to do a moment of silence for that pig, because he sacrificed himself so that I could enjoy his chop***. This pork chop was the biggest pork chop I've ever eaten! It was so flavorful, so tender, so big!!! Grilled on their wood fire grill, the Smokey flavor topped with the melted cheese!!! Oh my god! As I ate it, I mentally went somewhere I've never been before, but I like where I went. I'd go back there any day if I could. We managed to eat everything, but we probably shouldn't have because it was a lot of food, but it's so good! When it hits the lips!!!! We also got the tiramisu dessert, which was huge! It can easily be split into 4 pieces and shared. It was great! Definitely get some coffee to go with it. Recap: the ambience, the environment, the drinks, the food, the service, the view, the entire terroir of what is Seneca is a special place like no other. I truly recommend this place to anyone looking a fancy but not fancy place to dine at. It's pricey, but I think it's worth it. Oh yeah, the bathroom is kept pretty clean, and the toilet is very Italian as far the flushing apparatus with the two buttons on the wall. That was a cool memory of Italy. Parking is pretty easy to get if you wanted to pay $7/hr right at the hotel, but if not street parking with a walk is also available

Go for authentic Italian food , sandiego downtown view from top floor Service is on time no waiting

We did a nightcap here during AU 2024 because it was on the roof of my boss' hotel, the Intercontinental. I wish I could remember the names of the drinks me and my friend got because they were very good. My boss couldn't finish his pizza, but it is GREAT. Awesome views of the harbor. The 19th floor elevator lobby to the restaurant entrance is pretty cool as well. I don't want to spoil it, so you have to check it out for yourself.

This place is such a vibe. Located on the top of a apartment, it has a huge sign at the bottom floor indicating the restaurant at top. It's actually a very large space and most of it is for the restaurant. We were there on a Fri night around 9 and only there for drinks so we made our way to the bar in the back corner. We were hoping for views but you can't really see outside from the bar. I got a couple negronis and they were awesome. Well made and not too sweet. A pretty good price at $16 as well. My partner got a couple old fashioned and thought they were good too. Service was friendly even though they were busy. It took a bit to get food and drinks but they were apologetic and kept us updated when the food was taking longer. I'd definitely come back.

Customer service here is top-notch. I do have to say, we went pretty early, and there were only 2 other tables of patrons. Julio was awesome! Since we did get there so early , the only thing they were serving was pizza. We ordered a Margherita and a meatball pizza. The Margherita pizza was yumm0, I would not order the meatball again, though. Now, the real reason we went was from the pics on Instagram. This place is STUNNING! After taking the elevator to the 19th floor, it opens to a dark room surrounded by tropical plants, a twinkling starry ceiling , and rainforest sounds. You push through the doors, and the restaurant is GORGEOUS. Down to every last detail. We sat outside, picture perfect views from every angle. Then we ordered dessert. Tiramisu, 10/10!

I love Seneca! The space is absolutely stunning and the attention to detail is so special. The food and drinks are great and this is a wonderful spot for a date night.

Five stars for the view and ambiance, three stars for the food, but overall would recommend this place as the service is excellent (thank Angie!) and it is just a fun spot to enjoy a stunning view of Downtown San Diego and Coronado. The pizzas and dessert are the stars here so be sure to try those. The hazelnut budino was so delicious with the right balance of sweet, crunchy and salty. I would skip the linguine nero and the wood fired prawns as the flavor and preparation were lacking there.

Seneca is definitely about the vibes. Vibes. Vibes. Vibes. Located on the roof of the Intercontinental near the waterfront, it's like you're transported to another world! As soon as the elevators opened, the dim lighting and moody vibes were immaculate. We were first taken to a waiting area that served up spritz to sip on. An interesting concept, but we opted to wait until we were seated. There are seats both inside and in their green patio. We had an inside table. While the vibes are 10/10, the food is just okay. Nothing we ate was anything special. With Little Italy right next door, if you're looking for delicious Italian food, this is not the place. But, the atmosphere can't be beat and it is worth saying you've been!

First off, the ambiance at Seneca will sweep you off your feet. The views of downtown San Diego combined with the greenery and historical Italian with a touch of nautical set the backdrop for a truly special venue. We enjoyed everything about Seneca, from the top notch service to the flavorful food we will be back in the future

The ambiance is incredible. Coolest rooftop restaurant/bar I have ever been to. Service was very good. Food was delicious. Everything was an 8-10/10. I didn't appreciate that the sommelier ordered my mom a $28 glass of wine when she wanted to stay in the $16-18 range. Seemed like a sneaky upsell. No one was impressed with their wines. Cocktails seemed to be the better choice.

Had some mixed opinions about Seneca however decided to come anyways since it was for a birthday. No doubt the atmosphere was captivating and there were wonderful views of the city both inside and outside. Seneca is picture worthy as I even took pics here! Upon arrival, we did wait for our entire party until we got seated which are the guidelines. I was holding a cake, and it was tiring as there was no table to put it on. If you do bring a cake, you can ask them to refrigerate it! Our servers were friendly, and some of the food is a hit or miss. To put it simply, I would get the pizza and skip on the pasta. Other than that, the entrees were just as skippable. We also ordered the Bone-In NY and that was overall plain even with their butter. The calamari in the Bucatini Al Nero were a strange crumbly texture I could not describe. I could not eat as many bites as the white wine made everything too acidic. Overall, I now know what I would order differently if I were to dine at Seneca Trattoria again, however, I do wish they were more consistent with the quality matching the prices.

I would love to love this place but the food is pretty mediocre. They sell the Instagram beauty factor and, yes, it's an extremely beautiful restaurant. Everything, every detail is pretty, every view is fantastic. You can see the Coronado bridge, the marina, the high rise buildings, everything is so nice you feel like you are in a high-end restaurant from the start when you arrive and see that big bold red sign that says Seneca, when you take the elevators they have some sort of mystery. Then when you open the door to the terrace rooftop and see the magnificent restaurant. All is fantastic in a Versace way...but the food is not something to dream about. This was my second time and reiterated what I think about the first time. Pizzas are very mediocre, no flavor. I like a prosciutto Pizza, they have just a ham Pizza nothing special, nothing elevated. The pasta we tried was very spicy and not very flavorful, the eggplant looked boring. The only thing I liked was the schrimp apetizer. Seneca is a cool place to meet with friends for birthday parties but don't get excited about the food. I'm glad I was invited because one friend of friend could not attend a birthday lunch because she got sick so the birthday girl called me as apparently they charge $25 for no show which is ridiculous in my opinion. Well, I had a good time anyways but no the place that I would recommend unless you want fantastic photos.