Wence's Restaurant

4.6

1372 Reviews

$31 to $50

Californian

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2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

Neighborhood gem
Good for groups
Great for outdoor dining

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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Location
1922 Oak Park Blvd, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
Phone number
(925) 566-8971
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
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Gerardo Wence

What 1,372 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

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.4Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

East Bay
Californian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Wence's Restaurant enchants with "great food, service and ambiance," earning it a spot as a go-to dining destination. Guests laud the "excellent quality of food" and friendly service, while the "extensive selection of happy hour dishes" delights visitors. Despite a "lively and sometimes noisy" atmosphere, it remains a "neighborhood gem."

1,372 Reviews

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Jake
San Francisco3 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Fabulous dinner and night out with family. It’s so loud, the only issue, but the table next to us was literally screaming.. but having fun :) Great night, thank you!
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Robert VIP
San Francisco70 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
So fun to eat out on a nice weather day! Calamari was delicious as always and the oysters Rockafeller were outstanding!
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christine
San Francisco5 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful dining experience. Great waiters and the food so good. A great find.
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Arda VIP
San Francisco4 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 17, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Outstanding seafood restaurant. Grilled octopus and cioppino should be regular menu items! Very noisy though. Definitely could use some of those noise dampening panels I see in other places.
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Renee VIP
San Francisco8 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovey Valentine’s Day. They managed the reservations well as they were busy but our table was ready for us upon arrival. No chaos, lovely meal!
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Nancy
San Francisco26 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wences is a neighborhood gem - the service is always very good as is the food. It is my favorite place to dine.
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Ruben
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Muy lindo el lugar para salir con tu pareja , la comida exquisita y el servicio excelente, recomendable.
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Andrew
San Francisco3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food... great staff. Amazing happy hour from 3pm to 5pm
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Tania
San Francisco7 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The challenge at Wence's is trying to narrow down what you will order. Drinks were perfect, the wait staff were personable yet efficient, the food was excellent. The tempura green beans came out piping hot, and the mixed seafood plate was so plentiful we didn't have room for dessert, which is really saying something. We got the booth in the back room by the exit which was ideal since it was quieter and the place was full and booming. There was also live music which was lovely. Parking is a real challenge but worth it.
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Arda VIP
San Francisco4 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Awesome experience overall! Best seafood we have had in a loooong time…
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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 4.6 stars by 1372 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

1922 Oak Park Blvd, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

Dining areas

Additional information

Phone number
(925) 566-8971
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
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Gerardo Wence

Wence's Restaurant

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What 1,372 people are saying

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