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| - I really wanted to love Sens, but I ended up closer to just liking it. Yes, the patio looks cool....and who doesn't have some secret attraction to the soft sexy glow of hot pink lighting, but aside from all that it's just a hip looking space with over priced average "Asian tapas". Don't get me wrong, it's great for late night nip and nosh sessions, but the food is just not impressive enough to put on regular rotation. Kind of fell into the 'St. Francis' category for me. Here's the rub:
AMBIANCE
This is where Sens shines. Hip little space downtown, great lighting, awesome vibe. Impressive place to take out-of-towners for drinks after shows and such to prove to them that Phoenix is cool, too.
SERVICE
Not bad, the waiter was prompt and efficient. Friendly and warm would be reaching.
FOOD
The chic mini tapas sized portions are fun, and look adorable. However, other than the clay pot dishes, they are pretty petite so plan to order plenty if you're sharing with a large group. The prices don't translate into the wonderfulness in every bite that you would expect. I dropped $150 for dinner and drinks for a table of 3. It's good, but not genius. Also, my sake was room temperature. Serve me my bottom shelf sake warm and the premium stuff chilled, but for the LOVE of God....not room temperature. Please.
OVERALL
Fun, hip, visually impressive spot with OK, but very overpriced food. Good for late night drinks and snacks. Bad for actual meals. If you're looking for inspired, truly delicious Asian cuisine with an equally impressive atmosphere try Nobu at Teeter House.
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