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AKA San Diego, San Diego, CA

AKA San Diego

4.2
4.2
102 Reviews
$31 to $50
Asian
611 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

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2 people
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7:00 p.m.
Booked 40 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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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
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown / Gaslamp
  • 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 102 people are saying

AKA San Diego reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 3.8Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
AKA San Diego offers a vibrant dining experience with a unique fusion menu and striking ambiance. Guests highlight its "great ambiance," "amazing food," and "wonderful service." The venue features a lively nightlife scene with a DJ and dancers. Perfect for celebrations, it promises a memorable evening.
102 Reviews

  1. Alison

    Hawaii4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Took a friend that was visiting from Japan she wanted to try American sushi and Japanese’s food. I loved all the energy that you feel when you walk in. We just came from top of Hyatt for drinks so now we wanted some food. The menu has a mix of different Asian flavors. It was unique. We have visited a lot of the countries that had certain specialties on the menu. We really loved the shrimp pad Thai. It was spicy but sweet. We asked our waitress what her favorite roll was and she told me the first one on the menu which had mango in it. It was very tropical so again unique, it had fresh yellowtail with it. My friend had to try their style if a California roll. I will say I liked it alit and she did too. Which is saying a lot since she lives in Japan. It was a fun experience, great place for a birthday. We saw a lot of them. I love themed restaurants so it was great.

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  2. Jamie

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great vibe dining experience. From the cocktail menu to the fusion food options.

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  3. Reyna VIP

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambiance, food, music, and drinks. Also a great place to celebrate your birthday. They pull out all the stops for you 🥳🩷

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  4. John Paul

    San Diego11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    This is one of the best places to eat in San Diego. The food is outstanding, especially the seafood, and the ambience and whole feel of the place is wonderful and cohesively themed. Will definitely be back!

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    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was perfect! Food was great service was excellent

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  6. Teanna

    Cancun1 review

    4.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a cool vibe but I was expecting more from the food it was okay.

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  7. David VIP

    Toledo137 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Poor service, food was nothing to call home about & overpriced. Table was sticky from not being cleaned sufficiently.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Felt like the servers were coming too often. It would’ve been nice to get some breathing room. It was a slow night so I maybe they are trying to stay busy. Food taste good you don’t get a lot for how much you pay. It isn’t downtown so it has that downtown price hike.

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  9. Stinili

    San Diego4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first time there and we were celebrating a birthday. They gave us a round of complimentary birthday shots. Happy hour menu was great and shareable. The drinks were also tasty. For meals, we got the filet, short rib, and black cod. Presentation on everything we ordered was amazing and tasted delicious. I forgot the name of our server, but he was very attentive. I loved the ambiance of this establishment. I will definitely return!

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  10. Lowell

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    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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AKA San Diego is rated 4.2 stars by 102 OpenTable diners.

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Booked 40 times today
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611 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown / Gaslamp
  • 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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