Wence's Restaurant

4.7

1339 Reviews

$31 to $50

Californian

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 29, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 33 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 1,339 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

4.8Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

East Bay
Californian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Wence's Restaurant offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent service," "great food," and a welcoming atmosphere. The menu features a wide variety of "fabulous and tasty" options. The ambiance, especially on the patio, is enjoyable. Although some noise issues exist, patrons frequently express "we will be back" for the overall quality and value.

1,340 Reviews

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Ellen
VIP
San Francisco
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Food was very good, as always. However, the vegetables that came with my chicken piccata were way overcooked and limp. Everything else was very good. Service there is always impeccable! The acoustics there make it difficult to have a conversation when the restaurant is full. There were several large groups and the place was extremely loud.
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Gina
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was wonderful and the service was on point. We shared the scallop appetizer w/ citrus glaze, the beet and arugula salad, seafood grill, and tuna stack. The seafood was cooked to perfection and nothing was overcooked. Service was great. I will definitely recommend to my friends.
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Nick
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food. Fantastic service! Love Wence’s! Best restaurant in Pleasant Hill.
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Mary
San Francisco
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 16, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
Food was good,service was great ! Noise level was awful !! Won’t be back until warm weather and can sit outside!! Very disappointing
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Matt
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
If you have not experienced Wence’s you need to. Great place with good food. My family have been coming here for the last six years and it never disappoints.
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Annette
San Francisco
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a great experience celebrating my husband's 60th birthday. It was just the two of us and they sat us in a quaint table in the corner. It was very nice. Food was amazing as usual.
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Margaret
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was delicious and service was excellent. The french fries were so good and the hamburger was cooked perfectly.
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Nancy
San Francisco
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
My husnand and I visited Wence's Restuarant for the first time on 12/7. The food was good and definitely a good choice if you like seaford (they have an oyster bar). A good atmosphere. The inside was nice with slightly modern decor which was surprising given the location. The restuarant is located in what appears to be a strip mall type of location. Nonetheless the meal and the service was good.
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Nancy
San Francisco
25 reviews
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It s always a pleasure to eat at Wences. Great service, food and the noise level is low, even inside.
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Jane
San Francisco
40 reviews
3.0
40 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2024
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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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 1339 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 29, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 33 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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Dining areas

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What 1,339 people are saying

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Is Wence's Restaurant currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

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