Zama Restaurant & Bar

4.0

281 Reviews

$31 to $50

Sushi

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2 people

Nov 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

Lively
Good for groups
Great for creative cocktails

Located in San Diego’s vibrant downtown, Zama brings Latin American cuisine with an Asian infusion in a captivating space inspired by the Amazonian jungle. Zama will focus on Latin American cuisine with the addition of Peruvian and Mexican dishes like Carpaccio, Agua Chile and Tartar and a Japanese-inspired sushi bar created by Chef Tayuka Kudo (formerly of Nobu and Lumi) against the extravagant backdrop of the lush jungle-inspired space.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Sushi, Latin American, Asian
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:30 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
Phone number
(619) 915-5789
Website
https://zamasandiego.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
Please give us a call at 619-9155789 text at 619-892-3506 or email us at events@sandiegodininggroup.com to host your next Private Party!
Private party facilities
Experience an Amazon-San Diego fusion at Zama, where events become unforgettable journeys. Modern design meets rainforest allure for galas, receptions, and more. Our renowned chefs create Amazon-inspired culinary masterpieces. Craft lasting memories with us. Contact event coordinators today.email events@sandiegodininggroup.com for the next event!

Location
467 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
Island Avenue
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 281 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.0

4 based on recent ratings

4Food
3.9Service
4.3Ambience
3.8Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

San Diego
Sushi

Review summary

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Zama Restaurant & Bar shines with a lively ambiance and trendy decor, perfect for celebrations. Guests rave about its "instagrammable" setting and "fantastic" steaks. While some find the service and music volume challenging, the sushi and drinks receive praise. Ideal for those seeking a vibrant atmosphere and exciting nightlife experience.

281 Reviews

E
Esmeralda
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was my first time at Sam’s and I love the food. The sushi was delicious 😋 Love the aesthetic of the restaurant and the service was great.
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Lisa
San Diego
83 reviews
vip
5.0
83 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food, service, and atmosphere!! We will definitely return!
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Morgan
Baltimore
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
When I walked in, I was blown away by the beautiful decor. It was pretty loud but it started to calm as we ate. The service was great. We didn’t have just one waiter, they all worked together. Their communication must have been amazing because we never had to remind anyone or repeat ourselves. My husband took me for my birthday and we had a great time. The sushi is AMAZING!! We were half full from the appetizer and took our entrees home. I would recommend for anyone looking for a great vibe.
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Jose
San Diego
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 11, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Not a good experience. Sushi had no flavor at alll
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Josue
San Diego
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Food just average, nothing special about the place. Just a trend spot. Expect the waiter to bring the check before you finish a drink/food.
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Mera
San Diego
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The atmosphere is amazing! Music & service was great! The food & drinks were delicious. Such a cute hidden gem.
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Marcos
San Diego
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had high expectations and it did not meet them, but still a good place to go and enjoy a few drinks and some appetizers.
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Paul
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Lamb pops are awesome. Drinks are awesome. Kinda felt like they were trying to have a club in the restaurant. Music was great, but u can't have an easy conversation over the music. Not sure why it's so loud. Great place otherwise.
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Brittany
Denver
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The food and vibe were incredible! The music was quite loud, but for a celebratory, weekend dinner, it was fun and absolutely perfect.
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Frank
Austin
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Cool atmosphere—seating, lighting, decor, etc. Music is very loud—has a club feel. Staff was friendly. Food came out fast. My biggest disappointment is that the menu didn't match what the restaurant is pitched as—"Latin American-Japanese Fusion." There was definitely the "Japanese" part—the sushi rolls were very good! But I expected Latin menu items and couldn't really find anything that was truly a "Latin" dish, save for the ceviche appetizer—we were quite confused. Adding to the identity crisis of this restaurant is the music selection—it's neither Latin nor Japanese. We got the sense that it was Middle Eastern-influenced (?). All-in-all—very nice staff, food was good (not quite hitting "amazing"), but an overall curveball experience based on what we were expecting.
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FAQs

Zama Restaurant & Bar is rated 4 stars by 281 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

467 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Island Avenue
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:30 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Sushi, Latin American, Asian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://zamasandiego.com/
Phone number
(619) 915-5789
Catering
Please give us a call at 619-9155789 text at 619-892-3506 or email us at events@sandiegodininggroup.com to host your next Private Party!
Private party facilities
Experience an Amazon-San Diego fusion at Zama, where events become unforgettable journeys. Modern design meets rainforest allure for galas, receptions, and more. Our renowned chefs create Amazon-inspired culinary masterpieces. Craft lasting memories with us. Contact event coordinators today.email events@sandiegodininggroup.com for the next event!

Zama Restaurant & Bar

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What 281 people are saying

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