AKA San Diego

3.8

56 Reviews

$31 to $50

Asian

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2 people

Dec 21, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 26 times today

Good for groups
Great for creative cocktails
Hot spot

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.

Additional information

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 56 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

3.8

3.8 based on recent ratings

3.8Food
3.7Service
4.4Ambience
3.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

AKA San Diego offers a captivating dining atmosphere with "beautiful decor" and a "cool vibe" that makes it a standout spot in the Gaslamp Quarter. The Asian fusion menu promises a "sensory journey" with fresh, high-quality ingredients. While some service issues were noted, the "amazing drinks" and "unique experience" are highly praised.

56 Reviews

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JoAnn
San Diego
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great restaurant. Me and my husband celebrated our anniversary here and we had a great time. The food and drinks were amazing. Service and ambiance can’t complain. At the end of our meal they treated us with a celebratory song complete with a cake and sparkling candles which was really nice. This restaurant is underrated.
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Andrew
VIP
San Diego
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The staff was friendly and respectful which made our anniversary memorable. Bluefin tune and wagyu was on another level of great. Drinks were awesome and the special touch they put on this evening was a pleasant surprise.
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Myeisha
San Diego
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
This spot is new and it was my first time going with my friends…but the customer service was good and the place is beautiful but the food was not my favorite, wine is over priced and so is the food….the menu isn’t as great….i was also very disturbed with the chicken bites things because they came out and were fried crispy on the inside but were completely raw on the inside…I don’t think I will be back.
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Jeffrey
VIP
San Diego
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lively atmosphere, great food and attentive service. Great spot for birthdays. On the loud side with the DJ and the dancers, so not a first date spot for most but fun place for sure.
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Joanna
VIP
Orange County
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience. The food was amazing. We had the filet mignon pot stickers, the filet mignon and the salmon. Everything was delicious!
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Jon
VIP
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was amazing, great music and vibes. Such a fun and exciting new restaurant!
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Maria Elena
New York City
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excelentes opciones en la carta y estupenda atención
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Karol
San Diego
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Horrible experience. Very bad food and staff. Music too loud
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Zara
San Diego
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
Great food and atmosphere, but it was my first time and still had a good time, but a place like that needs severs with personalities. The girl we had made the vibe weird with her dullness
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Abigail
VIP
San Diego
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was mediocre. Nothing great and the ambiance gives a cheap Tao version.
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AKA San Diego is rated 3.8 stars by 56 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

Dec 21, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 26 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

AKA San Diego

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