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Zama Restaurant & Bar, San Diego, CA

Zama Restaurant & Bar

4.1 (351)
$31 to $50
Sushi
467 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
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.

Dining areas

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
  • 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!
  • 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 351 people are saying

Zama Restaurant & Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 3.8Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Zama Restaurant & Bar offers a vibrant ambiance and "excellent service," making it a great spot for celebrations. Guests have praised the "delicious food" and standout drinks like the "No Way Rosé." While some found the atmosphere lively and fun, others noted concerns about noise levels. Overall, it's a "beautiful space" with a memorable vibe.
351 Reviews
  1. Justin

    Greater Boston6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service, ambiance was fantastic, only place I visited twice all week!

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  2. Dejan VIP

    Greater Boston77 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and super friendly staff. Enjoyed it a lot.

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  3. Ramon Roberto VIP

    San Diego11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience. Nice service and great food! Coming back soon!

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  4. Kamara

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a lovely experience , good food , very beautiful setting !

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  5. John

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Alex was an amazing waiter. Highly recommended and great atmosphere. Food was excellent

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  6. Brittany

    San Diego1 review

    3.0

    Dined on May 15, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Came here before the padres game for happy hour with friends. We were excited about them having some fairly priced Toro. We were the first ones and they told us after our first order of toro and this other roll that they were sold out. They were also sold out of several drinks. Such a bummer!

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  7. Britney VIP

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing, did not disappoint! Food was absolutely delicious, spectacular drinks and vibes!

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  8. Mary VIP

    San Diego38 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Ambiance is nice. Food & beverage very nice. Service is slow is a restaurant that wasn’t busy.

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  9. Bleeker

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had great time the food was amazing , pretty tasty … good dinner for casual dates …

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  10. Kayla VIP

    Memphis / West Tennessee10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Servers were great very attentive and let us chose our seats since it wasn’t as busy.

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FAQs

Zama Restaurant & Bar is rated 4.1 stars by 351 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today
Google Map for Zama Restaurant & Bar

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
  • Phone number
  • 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!
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