AKA San Diego

3.3

34 Reviews

$31 to $50

Asian

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2 people

Nov 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

Innovative
Great for creative cocktails
Good for business meals

Located in the bustling heart of Gaslamp, San Diego, AKA is more than just a restaurant. It’s a destination where exceptional food, craft cocktails, and an energetic nightlife converge.

With a menu curated by renowned Chef Takuya Kudo, AKA offers a captivating fusion of Chinese, Japanese, and Thai culinary traditions, all crafted with fresh ingredients and innovative techniques.

The venue features a vibrant atmosphere complemented by artisanal craft cocktails from mixologist Gerardo Bedolla and striking design by Cassandra Builer. AKA welcomes guests to indulge in its exquisite dishes while enjoying electrifying entertainment.

Committed to transforming the dining and nightlife scene in San Diego, AKA offers a unique and unforgettable experience for everyone looking to savor gourmet cuisine, sip on craft cocktails, and dance the night away.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Asian, Thai, Sushi
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:30 pm
Phone number
(619) 780-0430
Website
http://www.akagaslamp.com/
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
611 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
Neighborhood
Downtown
Parking details
None
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Chef's Table, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access

What 34 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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3.3

3.3 based on recent ratings

3.5Food
3.3Service
4.3Ambience
3.2Value

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34 Reviews

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Liliya
Naples
7 reviews
2.0
7 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful venue, great music but the service was terrible from the minute we walked in. The service just ruined the whole dinner experience as the food came so far apart from each other, really didn’t understand much from it. Most likely will not go back again unless just to have some cocktails by the bar area.
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Salman
San Diego
1 review
vip
4.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Food came out way too fast and was cold. Probably prepared in advance and put in a warmer. Would skip it for the food, bar and DJ scene looks better
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carol
Palm Springs
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The mixology wasn't expecting ,horchata matcha drink just water cinamon ..the sushi mango roll good but so poor in the mango sauce The sashimi salmon is nothing special....I didn't want to be there for more food
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S
San Diego
30 reviews
4.0
30 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Armando was a GREAT waiter! Decor is beautiful! I made a meal out of three appetizers (cream cheese wontons = AMAZING! Filet mignon dumplings = great! Chicken satay = ok) interesting cocktail menu. I ordered the horchata matcha cocktail… interesting but not great. Bar area was packed! I don’t eat seafood so I didn’t have a lot of options but I would definitely go back!
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Dustin
San Diego
2 reviews
vip
2.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
Extremely slow service and food quality was not there. Ambience and drinks were good
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Kris
Nashville
3 reviews
vip
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Cool build out!! You’re going for the experience versus the food. Service was attentive until it got busy - then service fell off - delays of 5 - 15 minutes until server showed up again. Recommend going to see - wouldn’t go back.
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Nieshia
Hawaii
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Overall an amazing establishment!!! Food ambiance and hospitality top tier!!!
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Melissa
Las Vegas
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
The ambiance here is beautiful, and the wine was great, but unfortunately, the experience didn’t quite meet any of our expectations. The food was just meh, and the service could use some polishing. It was a bit disappointing that, even though it was noted on my reservation that it was my birthday, no one acknowledged it. My friends had to ask multiple servers for dessert, and it still took about 20 minutes to arrive after we’d already paid. The restaurant wasn’t busy, so I think it’s just growing pains as they settle in. Wishing them luck as they continue to improve—I’m sure they’ll get there!
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Katie
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First timer and thought it was not only a fun atmosphere but great food & great service. The bar area is a great place to have a casual dinner & some delicious drinks. Next time I’ll try out the dining area for more of an intimate experience. 10/10 recommend!
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Tammy
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing new spot! I loved everything we tried. Delicious food & unique cocktails. Service was super friendly and the interior is so beautifully decorated. Highly recommend checking this spot out!
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AKA San Diego is rated 3.3 stars by 34 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

Nov 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

611 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

Additional information

Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Asian, Thai, Sushi
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Chef's Table, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access

Website
http://www.akagaslamp.com/
Phone number
(619) 780-0430

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