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Wence's Restaurant, Pleasant Hill, CA

Wence's Restaurant

4.6
4.6
1327 Reviews
$31 to $50
Californian

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2 people
9:30 p.m.
Booked 17 times today
  • Neighbourhood 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!

Order delivery or takeout

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
  • 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.
  • Neighbourhood
    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 1,327 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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • East Bay

    Great for outdoor dining

  • East Bay

    Californian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Wence's Restaurant offers a delightful dining experience with "delicious food" and a "friendly staff." Guests rave about the "great ambiance" and "excellent service," making it a top choice for brunch and special occasions. The outdoor seating is appreciated, though service can occasionally be slow. Overall, it's a "hidden gem."

1,327 Reviews
  1. Maria

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Wence’s is a great restaurant with good food. I have gone a handful of times with no issues. My only issue the last time I went was that I felt they pushed take home boxes while we were still eating (and I had just gotten my glass of wine). Servers deal with a lot but it wasn’t that crowded. I will still go again.

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  2. Sandy

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went inside for Happy Hour as it was raining. Mussels were excellent as were the fish tacos. We are happy when Edgar is our server!

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  3. Annette

    San Francisco

    44 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service and food are always great! It's a nice place to go for a nice night out without being fancy

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  4. mareijke

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food, service and broad menu catering to a variety of tastes. Def will be back!

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  5. Sharon

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Our server was awesome. The chicken sandwich with fries is the best thing on the menu

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  6. Anna

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Everyone liked their entree, but thought the prices were a little high for the amount of food. My beignets were burned and not fried all the way through. Everyone else was finished by the time our waiter came back so I could let him know this. Acted like it was on me; not cool. Our waiter was nice, but unfortunately, did not check on us after we received our entrees. Could have been better.

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  7. Donna

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thank you for great experience and for making our favorite purple cocktail!!

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  8. Susan

    San Francisco

    12 reviews

    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Last time I was here, I was charged $1 for cocktail sauce for my calamari. Seemed ridiculous but the food was good and I ignored it. Today my friend was charged $1 for grated cheese with her pasta. What restaurant does that???? Too many other places around, I won’t be going back.

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  9. Adele

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had brunch— 3 of us. The breakfast was very good. Friend had the avocado smash also quite good. Ate outside in the patio. Restaurant quiet, but occasional ambient noise. Will definitely dine again.

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  10. Rhonda

    San Francisco

    70 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    70 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Good service in the beginning, but once the order was place, the service kind of went downhill. Asked for ketchup, but was never brought to the table. Had to ask twice for refill on water for the tea pot! Waited a while for the dessert menu; finally asked the maitre de & got one.

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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 1327 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
9:30 p.m.
Booked 17 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Wence's Restaurant

1922 Oak Park Blvd, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Patterson Blvd and Oak Park Blvd
  • Neighbourhood
    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
  • 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.
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