Sensei Asian Bistro

4.8

222 Reviews

$50 and over

Contemporary Asian

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2 people

Dec 26, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Experiences are available.

Innovative
Romantic
Good for special occasions

Sensei Asian Bistro unites classic along with modern Asian elements in a sophisticated, contemporary setting.

Right across street from Regal Cinemas in Celebration Pointe!
Indoor and outdoor patio (covered) seating available.

Give us any detail you are comfortable with for your special occasion! (Names, # of yrs for anniversary, Birthday, etc.) We love to make your day personal and memorable.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary Asian, French / Japanese, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon, Tue, Thu–Sun 4:30 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(352) 214-1239
Website
http://www.insensei.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Xiaoqian Hu

Location
4860 Steve Spurrier Way, Ste. 10, Gainesville, FL 32608
Neighborhood
Gainesville
Cross street
Across Street from Regal Cinema at Celebration Pointe
Parking details
Free Parking Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Chef’s Tasting Menu
$95.00 - $295.00 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
Experience a culinary journey with our Chef's Tasting Menu. Meticulously crafted by chef Hu and his team, each course is a harmonious blend of contemporary Asian flavors, seasonal ingredients, and innovative techniques. This exclusive dining experience offers a multi-course exploration of our signature dishes, designed to delight your senses and leave a lasting impression.
New Year’s Eve & Day Celebration
$145.00 - $295.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 31, 2024 - Jan 1, 2025
Join us at Sensei this New Year’s Eve & Day for a spectacular celebration filled with excitement and joy! Savor our specially crafted festive menu, designed to capture the essence of the season. Whether you're celebrating with family, friends, or loved ones, create unforgettable memories in our elegant ambiance. We look forward to welcoming the New Year with you!

What 222 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.9Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Orlando / Central Florida East
Romantic
Ocala / Gainesville
Best Overall
Ocala / Gainesville
Best Ambiance
Ocala / Gainesville
Healthy
Ocala / Gainesville
Great for fine wines
Ocala / Gainesville
Romantic
Ocala / Gainesville
Good for special occasions
Ocala / Gainesville
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Sensei Asian Bistro offers a "delicious dining experience" with a "comfortable and friendly atmosphere." Known for "gourmet Asian Japanese" dishes and "unique cocktails," it provides a "truly fine dining" experience. Guests rave about the "exquisite interior" and "excellent service," making it perfect for "special occasions." Prices reflect its high quality.

222 Reviews

D
Daniel
VIP
Orlando
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sensei continues to be my favorite restaurant in Gainesville. The food is delicious and luxurious. The service is second to none. Our server Kiki is always welcoming and our favorite. She enhances the experience with her attention to our needs. Always look forward to the next time I can return.
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OpenTable Diner
Jacksonville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious, and beautiful, Asian fusion, in a modern, but intimate setting. Try the Flambé Alaska for a festive dessert!
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Olivia
Orlando
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Very beautiful setting. Did chef tasting menu and everything was high quality and varied. The cost is high. It is great food but it is still a high cost. Good service and feels intimate. All drinks are expensive too but similarly very good. Good for a special occasion.
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Renee
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We did the Thanksgiving experience, fabulous! Every course was a mouth explosion. The sake flight was fun and informative. We really enjoyed it all.
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kevin
VIP
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
good time, staff is super nice. shoutout to kiki thank you for the great service!
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Pat
Jacksonville
64 reviews
5.0
64 reviews
Dined on October 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Second time here, Sunday night. If you’re a foodie you will love the menu, miles above the usual college town offerings. Yes, it is expensive- but you get what you pay for. Sophisticated offerings, beautifully plated with superior service.
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Jessica
VIP
Tampa
36 reviews
4.0
36 reviews
Dined on October 11, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Treated our friend in Gainesville and overall was very impressed with the food flavors and ambiance. Our server was also exceptional. She was attentive and kind and very professional as well as knowledgeable about food recommendations since my friend had never been to this kind of dining before. The one thing we did want to share was the pricing. It was way over priced for the actual portion sizes. Ideally they need to reduce the amount to match or increase the portions to match. Overall we still had a lovely time and still recommend as a great night out.
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Diana
VIP
Orlando
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on September 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service are always excellent. If you haven’t tried it your missing out.
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Faithe
VIP
Tampa
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on September 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Again!! Such a treat. We are treated so warmly by the entire staff! And because it is my birthday both my sister and I were treated to a wonderful after dinner aperitif- wholly unexpected and a perfect ending to a memorable meal. We, 3 of us, started with sharing the steak tartar and burrata salad, beautifully plated, and moved on to 1 entree of filet mignon rare for hubby with a side of wilted greens and a share plate of duck breast confit and fois with a side of Asian sweet potatoes for sister and myself. Not a bite left! Having plenty of time before the theater we ordered a finish of dessert each! Sister’s was a scoop of vanilla ice cream with a shaken mix of Frangelico & Baileys & espresso poured over. Hubby had The Mango - a concoction of fresh mango, coconut and chocolate - beautifully presented and I ordered the Yin-Yang Tart which is 2 tarts, one being a yuzu (a mildly sweet citrus fruit) and one being a black sesame tart - not just a feast for the eyes!! Our waitress offered the accompaniment of an Austrian aperitif I’d not ever had but greatly enjoyed!! Thank you again Sensei staff for a most wonderful experience!! We’ll be back soon!
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OpenTable Diner
Coastal Georgia
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Celebrated birthday here. Arrived to a sweet table with birthday sign. Quaint yet stylish! Location fantastic! You’re in the middle of lively center but once inside Sensai smooth atmosphere. Food was sublime from apps to entree to desert . Our waitress Kiki was engaged but also allowed us to have privacy! Will def recommend to others visiting Gainesville.
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FAQs

Sensei Asian Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (352) 214-1239.

Sensei Asian Bistro is rated 4.8 stars by 222 OpenTable diners.