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AKA San Diego, San Diego, CA

AKA San Diego

3.8
3.8
59 Reviews
$31 to $50
Asian

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 13 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

Menu

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What 59 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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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.

59 Reviews

  1. Richard

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Terrible food. We ordered 3 appetizers - none of them were any good. We left before eating the next course.

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  2. kk

    VIP

    San Diego

    25 reviews

    3.0

    25 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Cool trendy Japanese vibe restaurant. Needs to work on food and service. The appetizer pot stickers were chewy like it was sitting out for too long. My sea bass n veggies were over cooked. Bar with not having cherries for drinks was a let down. Music was good but too loud, it was hard to converse with people at my table.

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  3. jamiek

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing time! Server was wonderful, food was great and it was overall a really fun time.

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  4. JoAnn

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days 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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  5. Andrew

    VIP

    San Diego

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 18, 2024

    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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  6. Myeisha

    San Diego

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 16, 2024

    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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  7. Jeffrey

    VIP

    San Diego

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    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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  8. 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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  9. 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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  10. 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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AKA San Diego is rated 3.8 stars by 59 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 13 times today
Google Map for AKA San Diego

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
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