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AKA San Diego, San Diego, CA

AKA San Diego

4.1
4.1
92 Reviews
$31 to $50
Asian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 24 times today

About this restaurant

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

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What 92 people are saying

AKA San Diego 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
  • 3.9Food
  • 4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 3.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Hot spot

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
AKA San Diego offers a lively atmosphere with a chic design and "beautiful decorations." It's ideal for those seeking a vibrant night out, complete with "great music" and a DJ. While some found the food "delicious" and service "wonderful," others suggest enjoying the drinks and ambiance over dinner.
92 Reviews
  1. Lowell

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful venue. Great food. DJ with “GoGo Girls” was surprisingly a great addition to the evening. The volume and vibe worked well with the venue.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was very tasty. Service was impeccable. Highly recommended

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  3. Chris VIP

    San Diego6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We looked up where are some of the new and exciting restaurants in San Diego and AKA came up on our search. We were not disappointed and would recommend AKA as an exciting new restaurant with great food and atmosphere.

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  4. Juan

    San Diego4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service! Will need to go back on Saturday evening.

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  5. Anthpny VIP

    Manchester18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Business dinner. Everything was outstanding; food, drinks, service. Definitely one of the best experiences of the week in the Gaslamp.

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  6. Noi

    San Diego4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and services, will definitely be back for more outing and birthday celebrations.

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  7. Jose VIP

    Mexico City13 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The place is nice and the people that work there are very friendly. However the food takes more time than expected and the food is between average and below average. Nigiris are ok. Pad Thai the worst I have ever eaten.

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  8. Jackie

    Los Angeles5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    This place is more of a scene and night club than a restaurant. The food was just okay. I wasn’t impressed. It was loud and difficult to hear each other. Service was good though. I won’t go back.

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  9. OpenTable Diner VIP

    San Francisco3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    The steak was literally like rubber and my boyfriend had to send it back. The next state they brought out was almost worse and not edible. Overall, the atmosphere was really fun, but I only recommend this place for drinks and not their food.

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  10. Steve

    San Diego7 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The Wagyu beef appetizer was super tough and chewy, which is the exact opposite of what Wagyu beef is supposed to be. The flavor was good, but I wore my jaw out, chewing it. The same was true with the fillet, overcooked and tough. I think whoever the meat supplier is needs to be changed out. Any customer that wants to order a Wagyu appetizer and a fillet for dinner is expecting decent meat. If it’s not good, don’t put it on the menu.  the service also seemed a little unorganized. I realize the restaurant is new and they’re probably working out some kinks, but both of these things need to improve. 

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FAQs

AKA San Diego is rated 4.1 stars by 92 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 24 times today
Google Map for AKA San Diego

611 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

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  • 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
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
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