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AKA San Diego

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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 B... read more

Location details

611 Fifth Ave., San Diego, CA, 92101, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Tue5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Wed5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Thu5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Fri5:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.
Sat5:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.
Sun5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
4.7532 reviews
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John C. 
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a month ago

Wow!!!! Great ambiance, delicious food, and incredible service. The place is beautiful and has insta spots everywhere. We had lamb lollipops, crab fried rice, cod, filet mignon, couple sushi rolls, and ube cheesecake for dessert. Hard to pick a favorite. Just try it 

Business response:

Thanks, John! We’re thrilled you had such a great experience. Sounds like you tried all the favorites! Can’t wait to have you back for round two! 

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Shara G. 
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a month ago

The food was amazing and I loved the service. Roberto gave us a personalized experience! 

Business response:

Thanks, Shara! We’re so glad you enjoyed everything—Roberto will be thrilled to hear this! Hope to see you again soon! 

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Melissa F. 
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a month ago

What a beautiful restaurant with great vibes. I was passing by I decided to eat here since it was not overly crowded like the other restaurants by my condo. I ordered beef potstickers and padthai and both dishes were amazing. I didn't get the gorgeous waitresses name but the staff were all amazing. I completely dig the cool decor. I will definitely be back to experience the nightlife with friends in the near future. 

Business response:

Thanks so much, Melissa! We’re glad you stopped in and enjoyed the food, service, and vibe. We can’t wait to welcome you and your friends back for a fun night out! 

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Leonardo E. 
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a month ago

Personally I wouldn't come here again. The food was alright but nothing spectacular for the price. They were also constantly very busy and seemed short staffed so it took them a while to serve us and took a while to even get water. We actually had to ask for water since they never served us it. The mood is cool considering it's the gaslamp area but there's definitely other places I would rather go to for the price. 

Business response:

Thanks for your feedback, Leonardo. We’re sorry to hear the experience didn’t meet expectations. We’re always working to improve and will share your notes with the team. 

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Harlan S. 
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a month ago

Best dinner experience I've had inside of the United States, period. The service, food, and atmosphere was incredible. 10/10 recommend. Geovanni was phenomenal 

Business response:

Thank you, Harlen! We’re honored by your kind words. So glad you had an unforgettable experience—Geovanni will be thrilled to hear this! Hope to welcome you back soon. 

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Peter K. 
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a month ago

Terrific apps and sharing type scene. Killer drinks. Awesome service really really good sushi rolls. 

Business response:

Thanks, Peter! Glad you enjoyed the apps, sushi, and drinks—and awesome to hear the service hit the mark too. Hope to have you back soon! 

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Suzanna D. 
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a month ago

The food was not what we expected. It seemed like a fusion of sorts. The ambiance was nice. The service by Roberto was excellent however it seems that the young men in training should know what a proper spoon size is for eating. We were brought 2 serving spoons. 

Business response:

Thank you, Suzanna. We’re glad you enjoyed the ambiance and appreciated Roberto’s service. We’ll definitely address the spoon mix-up with our team to ensure better training and attention to detail moving forward. 

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Adam A. 
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a month ago

Roberto was awesome. Loved our dinner here. Good was good. Service was excellent. Thank you! 

Business response:

Thanks, Adam! We’re so glad you enjoyed your dinner and that Roberto made it a great experience. Hope to see you again soon! 

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Maisha R. 
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a month ago

This place was a little strange. They claim on the website to be the best Asian fusion restaurant in San Diego, it wasn't that great. We started with cocktails and mocktsils. I must say that the mocktail was excellent. We ordered the Thai green papaya salad, Maine lobster garlic noodles, and the miso black cod. Of the three, the black cod was the most successful dish. The lobster was seasoned but the noodles were extremely bland and overcooked to the point of being gummy. The salad was fine but very basic. The service was ... read more

Business response:

Thanks for the feedback, Maisha. We’re glad you enjoyed the mocktail and cod, and we appreciate your honesty—your notes help us improve. We hope to have you back for a better experience next time. 

Frequently asked questions about AKA San Diego

How is AKA San Diego rated?

AKA San Diego has a 4.7 star rating with 532 reviews. 

When is AKA San Diego open?

AKA San Diego is open now. It will close at 11:00 p.m.