How is Zama Latin American Cuisine restaurant rated?

Zama Latin American Cuisine

4.6

367 Reviews

$31 to $50

Latin / Spanish

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Inspired by the jungles of Tulum, in the Yucatán Peninsula, Zama is a mix of flavors from Latin America presented in dishes and mixology.

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Online reservations at Zama Latin American Cuisine can only be made directly on their website.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Latin / Spanish
Hours of operation
Tue, Wed 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–8:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm
Phone number
(661) 432-7835
Website
http://www.zamalatinamericancuisine.com/
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
1623 19th St, Suite 100, Bakersfield, CA 93301-4310
Neighborhood
California
Parking details
Valet

Popular dishes

Guacamole con Caldillo de Tomate Verde$16.00
guacamole / green salsa / pomegranate / goat cheese / cilantro sprouts
Queso Fundido con Champiñones, Rajas Poblanas, y Cebolla$15.00
gouda cheese / mushrooms / onions / grated gouda cheese / flour tortillas
Ceviche Peruano de Pesca del Dia con Leche de Tigre$21.00
onions / cucumber / sweet corn / lime ceviche / catch of the day / plantain chip
Aguachile Negro de Pescado del Dia$22.00
roasted habaneros / red onion / squid ink / cucumber / pomegranate / catch of the day
Flautas Ahogadas en Salsa Poblana$20.00
chicken flautas / poblano sauce / red cabbage / lettuce / sour cream / queso fresco / spring mix
Tuetanos a las Brasas$16.00
roasted bone marrows / smashed avocado / chimichurri sauce / corn tortillas

Tostadas y Tacos

Tostada de Pulpo Enamorada$18.00
guacamole / green salsa / 3 pieces / octopus / pico de Gallo / alioli / cherry tomatoes / avocado
Tostada de Camaron a la Diabla$18.00
3 pieces / garlic guajillo spicy shrimp / guacamole
Taco de Arrachera y Costra de Queso$18.00
3 pieces / crispy gouda cheese / grilled skirt steak / smashed avocado
Volcanes de Carne, Queso y Guacamole$18.00
3 pieces / guacamole / grilled skirt steak / gouda cheese

Sopas y Ensaladas

Sopa de Tortilla$13.00
avocado / queso fresco / crispy tortilla / guajillo / microgreens
Sopa de Frijol Negro al Epazote$14.00
Dark beans soup / avocado / queso fresco / chochoyotes
Crema de Cangrejo$16.00
creamy crab soup / croutons / black chilli oil / sweet corn / microgreens
Ensalada Cesar$15.00
Italian lettuce / house made caesar dressing / croutons / parmesan cheese / cherry tomatoes
Ensalada Zama$16.00
cactus / tomatoes / pomegranate / dark chili oil / mixed greens / radishes

Especiales

Cochinita Pibil$25.00
braised pork in achiote sauce / red pickled onions / banana leaf / beet and habanero sauce / rice / beans
Chile Relleno$34.00
Seafood stuffed poblano pepper / kataifi crust / dark bean salsa/sour cream /rice
Enchiladas Suizas$18.00
chicken enchiladas / creamy green salsa / grated gouda cheese / sour cream / rice / beans
Cordero al Horno$33.00
roasted lamb rack / mashed roasted coliflower / green pepper foam/ roasted wild carrots
Pollo con Mole Oaxaqueño$24.00
chicken 6 hours cooked / black mole sauce / banana chips / rice / beans
Pescado Zarandeado$50.00
Guajillo adobo grilled red snaper / red pepper alioli / cilantro sprouts / red pickled onions / rice / beans
Platon Zama (Para Dos Personas)$70.00
served with your choice of two meats (pork carnitas, skirt steak, grilled chicken breast) / beans / rice / cactus salad / guacamole / corn tortillas

Cortes

With Grilled Peppers and Onions

Filete 8 Oz$35.00
Rib Eye 16 Oz$34.00
Cow Boy 18 Oz$70.00
Porterhouse 24 Oz$80.00
Tomahawk 32 Oz$120.00

La Parilla

From the Grill

Hamburguesa Zama$24.00
Ground Wagyu Beef / crispy gouda cheese / lettuce / tomatoes / avocado / fried onions / alioli
Coliflor al Grill y Pesto de Albahaca$16.00
grilled coliflower steak / pesto sauce / confitted tomatoes
Pollo al Pastor$21.00
pastor grilled chicken / roasted pineaple pure / pickled onions / crispy tortilla / smashed avocado
Pulpo Adobado a la Parrila$55.00
grilled octopus / dark chiles sauce / crispy thiny fries / chipotle alioli

Guarniciones

Champiñones al Ajillo$15.00
Guajillo garlic sauted mushrooms
Esparragos al Grill$15.00
grilled asparagus
Coles de Bruselas al Parmesan$14.00
garlic crispy brussel sprouts / parmesan cheese
Poblano Mac and Cheese$16.00
poblano mac and cheese
Papa Paja$18.00
thin fries
Pure de Papa Rissoto$18.00
rustic smashed potato

Postres

Cheescake New York con Frutos Rojos$14.00
new york cheesecake / red fruits coulis
Volcan de Chocolate$14.00
lava cake / vanilla ice cream / red fruit coulis
Panque de Elote$14.00
corn poundcake / home made eggnog
Flan Isaac$14.00
Goat cheese flan / caramel sauce
Creme Brule de Cajeta$14.00
caramel creme brule

What 367 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

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

367 Reviews

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StephanieF
San Francisco
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food is high quality and beyond tasty! The prices are a bit high, but knowing the delightful food made it worth it.
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JanettM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
It's always such amazing service, no better place to celebrate my birthday at. Thank you Zama!
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JonelleC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food4service5ambience5
Great atmosphere! Excellent service food was so.. good…
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MiriamV
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food. Just disappointed that it took the mariachi forever to get to our side by then we were already done with our meal.
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CouBy
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server was a pro- she was comfortable and didn't crowd us or leave us hanging. Rack of lamb is one of the best things you could eat in Bakersfield. I love the whole vibe, we went for a late dinner and even close to closing we weren't made to feel like they wanted us out soon. Was even courteous to give a last-call for anything. It was my birthday and the little corn cake was very good and unique. Can't complain! I only wish they ran ads again because I always forget they are an option when we're picking places to eat!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on September 11, 2023
overall2food3service1ambience5
Second time here. First time was great. Second time the food was ok, drinks were great, but service was very disappointing. Waitress did not look happy to help us, barely made eye contact, never checked on us, and didn’t even give us the bill. When we were ready to pay she just asked for our payment and scanned the card. We had to ask to see the bill. Probably won’t visit again.
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Bucko
Palm Springs
56 reviews
vip
4.0
56 reviews
Dined on September 8, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
One of the most interesting restaurants in Bakersfield.
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Tina
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall3food2service4ambience3
The cocktails were delicious! The food was ok, it lacked flavor as in needing more seasoning. The price point was high but the design of the place and the decor was very nice. I would only recommend to a friend that is looking for a nice place to have a drink at or to go on a really nice date.
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LisC
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server Crystal was amazing and attentive, our cocktails were perfect and the food was really good, especially the Ceviche!
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StevenB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience4
This is a lovely restaurant for dates and special occasions, and the menu has many exciting and appealing choices. My girlfriend and I would come back, though I would suggest that they take down some of the screens playing music videos on the wall, as those can be pretty distracting during dinner.
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CarissaC
Charleston
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 21, 2023
overall4food5service3ambience5
Food is great. When there is a concert going on, it would be nice for the restaurant to be prepared with more servers/bartenders.
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KatieP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server Alex was attentive and very knowledgeable about the menu and drinks. He answered all of our questions throughly and did a great job of making sure we were satisfied!
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Sparky
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Last Sunday we enjoyed the mixed drinks at the bar and we had a wonderful dinning experience this Friday night for a special occasion.
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PattiM
Denver
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on August 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time dining there. Brought friends from LA, we were all very impressed with the food, the service, the atmosphere. I will be back.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Dallas
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and ambience. Will definitely be back every time I’m in from Dallas
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OT
OpenTable Diner
San Joaquin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
very good atmosphere in city that is not very interesting .
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Yardmistress
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on July 8, 2023
overall2food3service3ambience2
Came for a romantic evening to celebrate our anniversary! This is not the place. Loud and over crowed dinning.
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OpenTable Diner
Sacramento
1 review
vip
3.0
1 review
Dined on July 2, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience3
Overall good. Appetizers needed a bit of salt. Ribeye was fantastic. I’ve got it twice and both times it was cooked perfect. Took another longer cause they sent my steak to another table but they made up for it. It’s all good 😁
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went to Zama to celebrate 2 birthdays. The experience was fantastic.
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NeyvisR
Hawaii
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We loved our waiter Crystal, she was such a gem! She was kind and so authentic on her service! I have been going since Zama opened but Crystal is the best thus far !
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OpenTable Diner
Orange County
8 reviews
vip
2.0
8 reviews
Dined on June 25, 2023
overall2food1service1ambience5
The food was bland and the service was horrible. I will not be going back.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We loved our experience here for our anniversary dinner. The food was delicious and the ambience of the restaurant was amazing. Very romantic setting for anyone on a date night. We highly recommend this place, because we loved it.
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DanielA
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Zama is great. We've been there several times. Serve staff always prompt and friendly. Lots of folks stopping by and seeing if everything ok, anything needing busing, etc. Energetic vibe. Highly recommend.
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food and drinks. We really enjoyed the pear salad as an appetizer! Would definitely recommend it. Can’t wait to go again
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SylvesterT
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place for date night. Will be going back soon.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on June 16, 2023
overall3food1service5ambience5
Food didn’t wow us. It’s hard to have some of the best Mexican food from a truck and then have a high expectation for overly priced Mexican food which just disappointed. Food is t terrible just not worth the price for what your getting. Service was amazing and drinks were amazing. Ambience was A+. I would love to see Zama up their culinary efforts. They have potential.
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Claudia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love the food, ambiance and customer service is expectational! Definitely recommend.
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AlbertoC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent experience, food, service, everything was perfect. Thank you guys for doing such an amazing job.
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AlejandroA
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service was wonderful. We were seated immediately
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on June 4, 2023
overall1food3service1ambience3
It took 45 minutes for them to remember they had seat us, they completely forgot us.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
A little too loud. Amazing in every way otherwise.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on June 4, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
The cocktails we got were really good and my husband got the Cochinita dish for dinner and it was so good! I got the carnitas and it wasn’t my favorite.. not a long of flavor but overall the atmosphere and food was good!
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KimikoK
Central Coast
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Zama's exceeded my expectations, it was beautiful and so delicious. I can't wait to come back!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved everything about this place! Great vibes, great drinks and great food! Customer service was also great! 💯
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MichJ
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 20, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience4
Food was decent. Out of everything we order, the flautas was the best. Shared the lamb chops and the sauce that it came with didn't pair well. It was a cauliflower puree. Drinks were delicious, best thing at the restaurant. Service was good, up until it came to the end of our meal. They asked to take our plates and the gentleman that was taking our plates was approached by another person and they were whispering to each other about our table and made things awkward. After their discussion they looked at us and left awkardly. Then another gentleman and woman approached the table and asked if we'd like our plates to cleared out, we said yes..then they just abruptly collected all of our plates, water, and cups. My friend then asked them if we were being kicked out, and the guy responded "no" awkwardly. He then said "we like to keep our customers tables clean before they have dessert". Then he asked if we wanted more water, but we responded no because they've already taken our cups. He apologized for taking our water, but left the water canister on the table. We wanted to try the dessert there,but due to the awkwardness,and the feeling of being kicked out, we decided to pay and leave. We were only there for less than 1hr and half. The interior of the restaurant is beautiful, presentation of food and drinks are beautiful, but due to our experience towards the end, this place would be our first and last for us.
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MayraS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The overall experience was amazing! Great service, great food and excellent ambiance.
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JaimeJ
San Joaquin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lamb chops were absolutely amazing, service was prompt and friendly. Mole was delish es as well. They even did a dessert with happy anniversary written on it which was delicious.
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James007
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on May 15, 2023
overall1food4service1ambience5
Went for mother's day...even though had reservations, our table wasn't ready and had to wait...the waiter was running around and had to wait long to get service. Music was too loud. Probably wouldn't go there again.
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Cpatc
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall3food1service4ambience4
Brunch is not worth it. The pictures look amazing on IG, but breakfast is not great. The green chilaquiles are extremely sour, the sauce seems to be canned not fresh.
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OpenTable Diner
Orange County
3 reviews
vip
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall3food4service2ambience5
The restaurant is very nice. Im not sure if the aesthetic and over all vibe of the restaurant created a high expectation but the service execution was below average. Drinks and food were extremely delayed. Several plates arrived semi-warm. Overall: great building, beautiful bathrooms, comfortable seating, ok food, slow service. If you have time to spare, give it a try.
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Zama Latin American Cuisine is rated 4.6 stars by 367 OpenTable diners.

Not bookable

Online reservations at Zama Latin American Cuisine can only be made directly on their website.

Google Map for Zama Latin American Cuisine

1623 19th St, Suite 100, Bakersfield, CA 93301-4310

Additional information

Neighborhood
California
Hours of operation
Tue, Wed 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–8:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm
Cuisines
Latin / Spanish
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet

Website
http://www.zamalatinamericancuisine.com/
Phone number
(661) 432-7835

Zama Latin American Cuisine

Not bookable

Additional information

CESAR SALAD

CEVICHE VERDE

TROPICAL CEVICHE

Entradas

Guacamole con Caldillo de Tomate Verde$16.00

Queso Fundido con Champiñones, Rajas Poblanas, y Cebolla$15.00

Ceviche Peruano de Pesca del Dia con Leche de Tigre$21.00

Aguachile Negro de Pescado del Dia$22.00

Flautas Ahogadas en Salsa Poblana$20.00

Tuetanos a las Brasas$16.00

Tostadas y Tacos

Tostada de Pulpo Enamorada$18.00

Tostada de Camaron a la Diabla$18.00

Taco de Arrachera y Costra de Queso$18.00

Volcanes de Carne, Queso y Guacamole$18.00

Sopas y Ensaladas

Sopa de Tortilla$13.00

Sopa de Frijol Negro al Epazote$14.00

Crema de Cangrejo$16.00

Ensalada Cesar$15.00

Ensalada Zama$16.00

Especiales

Cochinita Pibil$25.00

Chile Relleno$34.00

Enchiladas Suizas$18.00

Cordero al Horno$33.00

Pollo con Mole Oaxaqueño$24.00

Pescado Zarandeado$50.00

Platon Zama (Para Dos Personas)$70.00

Cortes

Filete 8 Oz$35.00

Rib Eye 16 Oz$34.00

Cow Boy 18 Oz$70.00

Porterhouse 24 Oz$80.00

Tomahawk 32 Oz$120.00

La Parilla

Hamburguesa Zama$24.00

Coliflor al Grill y Pesto de Albahaca$16.00

Pollo al Pastor$21.00

Pulpo Adobado a la Parrila$55.00

Guarniciones

Champiñones al Ajillo$15.00

Esparragos al Grill$15.00

Coles de Bruselas al Parmesan$14.00

Poblano Mac and Cheese$16.00

Papa Paja$18.00

Pure de Papa Rissoto$18.00

Postres

Cheescake New York con Frutos Rojos$14.00

Volcan de Chocolate$14.00

Panque de Elote$14.00

Flan Isaac$14.00

Creme Brule de Cajeta$14.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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How is Zama Latin American Cuisine restaurant rated?

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