Sensei Asian Bistro

Name: Sensei Asian Bistro
Address: 4860 Steve Spurrier Way, Ste. 10, Gainesville, FL, United States, 32608
Telephone: (352) 214-1239
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.9

4.9

218 Reviews

$50 and over

Contemporary Asian

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2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 3 times today

Experiences are available.

Romantic
Good for special occasions
Fancy

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
Neighbourhood
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
US$95.00 - US$295.00 per person
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.
Thanksgiving Indulgence: A Gourmet Celebration
US$195.00 per person
Prepaid
Nov 28, 2024 only
5:30 p.m.
Join us at Sensei for an exquisite Thanksgiving feast. Celebrate gratitude with a memorable Thanksgiving at Sensei, where our progressive chef's tasting menu captures the essence of the season. Gather family, friends, and loved ones, and experience an unforgettable culinary journey that will leave a lasting impression.

What 218 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Orlando / Central Florida East
Romantic
Orlando / Central Florida East
Good for special occasions
Ocala / Gainesville
Best Overall
Ocala / Gainesville
Best Food
Ocala / Gainesville
Best Service
Ocala / Gainesville
Best Ambience
Ocala / Gainesville
Innovative
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 "exquisite" food presentation and a "comfortable and friendly atmosphere." Guests appreciate the attentive service and unique cocktails. While the menu is praised for its sophistication, some find the prices high. Overall, it's a recommended spot for special occasions and memorable meals.

218 Reviews

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kevin
Los Angeles
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
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
63 reviews
5.0
63 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
Tampa
33 reviews
vip
4.0
33 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
Orlando
9 reviews
vip
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
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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OT
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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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was perfect. We arrived late and they were accommodating. The food was off the chart delicious and the preparation and presentation was amazing.
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Jackson
Tampa
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really great place in Gainesville….this place would also be good in a bigger city….will definitely return
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Tony
San Francisco
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on August 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
A super unexpected pleasure in the middle of a college town. Very high quality food and prep and a really nice ambiance. Started with very pleasant service from the phone (spoke with owner maybe?) and followed through to arrival and meal service. Our server fell a bit short in knowledge and execution, but she meant well. Definitely will return on our next Gainesville trip.
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Jeet
New York City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Keke was a fantastic server. She made our anniversary dinner special with a sign. The food is very good and there are many vegetarian options, but would recommend adding more main entree dishes such as fried rice from the Wok. Price is a little expensive compared to ambience compared to similar places.
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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 4.9 stars by 218 OpenTable diners.