Zama Restaurant & Bar

Name: Zama Restaurant & Bar
Address: 467 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA, United States, 92101
Telephone: (619) 915-5789
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.3

4.3 (360)

$31 to $50

Sushi

467 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

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2 people

Jul 24, 2025

7:30 PM

Booked 20 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Charming
Fancy

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

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What 360 people are saying

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

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4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.2Service
4.5Ambience
3.9Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Zama Restaurant & Bar offers a "beautiful" atmosphere with "amazing" drinks and "great" vibes, making it perfect for a lively night out. While some diners found the service inconsistent, others praised the "phenomenal" staff. The food receives mixed reviews, but standout dishes like the braised short ribs and yellowtail nigiri are highly recommended.

360 Reviews

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Rebecca VIP
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley2 reviews
3.0
Dined on July 13, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Friendly server. Outside area was crowded and food was overpriced. Downtown San Diego is not my favorite neighborhood of San Diego. It’s very loud, crowded, and dirty. Being outside on the patio with the crowds from the Padres game walking by was unpleasant. Vibe inside was loud and nightclub-ish which is fine if that’s what you’re looking for, but we just wanted a fun and tasty dining experience.
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April VIP
San Diego9 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I can always count on having an amazing time at Zama. From the food, to the service and the delicious drinks you can’t go wrong with this beautiful place. The ambiance is a 10/10 and the vibes are unmatched that’s for sure.
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Oscar
San Diego6 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 30, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Maybe we chose a bad to dine at Zama. There appeared to be a conference going on and the restaurant was preparing for a large group. Our service was slow and unwelcoming.
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Courtney
San Diego2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a fun place to have dinner and drinks with your girls! Food was delicious! Experience was over the top!
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Sophia
Baltimore / Maryland2 reviews
2.0
Dined on June 19, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
The food is sooooo average and for the price you’d think it would be better! The service was subpar at best, save time and money and go somewhere else!
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Melanie
San Diego1 review
4.0
Dined on June 14, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time visiting, cute date spot love the whole vibe
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Justin
Greater Boston6 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 13, 2025
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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Dejan VIP
Greater Boston79 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 9, 2025
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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Jonathan
San Diego3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fun knowledgeable bar and lots of fun things happening
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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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FAQs

Zama Restaurant & Bar is rated 4.3 stars by 360 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 24, 2025

7:30 PM

Booked 20 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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