At the heart of San Diego’s culinary scene lies Zama, a convergence of ancient Amazonian traditions and modern Californian sensibilities. Our chef’s journey through both worlds, weaving together ingredients and techniques to present a menu that’s as playful as it is profound.
Fad Bee
Atmosphere 5* (you won’t if you don’t like live DJ spins …lounge style ) th food is quite good…. When not forgotten, when not served out of order , and when it arrives ! Seriously service is really a failure : waiters and staff are genuine and well meaning , but got the impression of burn out , understaffing and lack of managerial assistance (if there is any ) ! Got conversation with neighboring tables patrons : same comments , same disappointment … too many mistakes even with closing checks ! That’s unfortunate , but I recommend the restaurant , and yes we would return back , would recommend with warning about what to expect ! Zama , you can do better
… moreScarlet Sivila-Minicucci
Beautiful venue. Salmon Taquitos, Poke Salad and Braised Short Rib w/ Mushroom Risotto (entree recommended by Davide…the best host) All ordered, were flavorful. Atmosphere topped with music and sparklers galore with 2 gifted shots and a sparkler coffee cake (oops no pic w/ sparkler that fizzled out) which completed my Bday evening! Lovely. Grazie.
… moreAniles DeVoe
We had the best time! The vibe was the perfect mix of upscale and fun. We ordered the tropical roll, scallops, and lava cake, all phenomenal. Their happy hour drinks were on point too. Huge shoutout to our server, Alex, who was absolutely amazing. He was super friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience even better!
… moreKristina Lopez
There was a mix-up with the group reservation pre-fixed menu we had signed a contract for but Alex (our server) was quick to make things better for our bachelorette party! He was very kind and attentive the entire dinner. The food was 10/10 (except the filet mignon, a little bland compared to everything else we were served), and so was the atmosphere. Come here for the vibe if you like a little more energy than a boring fancy sit down!
… moreAngela T
I had the best experience at Zama thanks to David! From the moment we sat down, he was warm, attentive, and genuinely made the night feel special. His recommendations were spot on. he knew exactly what paired well, what was popular, and what would match what we were craving.
What really stood out was how effortlessly he balanced being friendly, professional, and fun. He checked in at the perfect times, made sure everything came out exactly how we wanted, and added such a great energy to the whole dinner. You can tell he really cares about his guests and takes pride in giving an amazing experience.
If you’re going to Zama, ask for David. He’s truly one of the best!
… morecaimiao liu
Tried the Zama roll, which had mushroom and shrimp tempura, and such. The texture was very impressive. And the salmon in between made it taste smooth. The short rib with mushroom risotto was such a fire. It was so tender and flavorful. The salmon with mashed potatoes was pretty decent as well but not as impressive
… moreMelissa Corrales
Zama was so cute! The ambiance was alive and fun. They have exciting moments when they bring out sparklers and it really brightens up your night. Our server Jesus was so helpful with the menu and such a kind person. Big plus, he’s also bilingual. Overall had a cute time here celebrating with my girls. Would come here again!
… moreKiara Reveles
My fiancée’s and i’s first time here and WOW! The food was so amazing. But what really topped it off was our server. Davide was an amazing and attentive, even during a busy dinner rush. If you like Mexican fusion foods, this is the spot.
… moreAlexis G
I walked by the restaurant and was intrigued by the menu. I am so glad I stopped in. The Lamb lollipops were divine. The Agua Chile was the perfect heat level and you got many shrimp to go with it. The Bison burger was delectable . David is fantastic and very attentive and very knowledgeable about the menu.
… moreJustin Sheets
Fantastic ambiance. Shout out to Jesus who gave great menu recommendations and was attentive. Service was on point. The lamb lollipops are phenomenal, perfect size for a light meal or appetizer with a date. The filet was perfectly cooked and one of the best I’ve had. Have to give another shout out for the decor—great vibes all around. Will definitely be back next time I’m in San Diego.
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