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Jama - Asian Inspired Restaurant

Restaurant

😐 The place looks great, the food (Asian fusion) is ok, service is ok. But there were cockroaches wandering around the counter as we were eating and it wasn’t a nice sight. We told the waiter but all we got was a “sorry”. People often mention good, Havana, sushi, staff, friendly, service, lobster, cocktails, Cuba, great,


Address

261b Aguiar, La Habana, Cuba

Contact

+53 7 8642252

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (111 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Friday: 12 PM to 12 AM
  • Saturday: 12 PM to 12 AM
  • Sunday: 12 PM to 12 AM
  • Monday: 12 PM to 12 AM
  • Tuesday: 12 PM to 12 AM
  • Wednesday: 12 PM to 12 AM
  • Thursday: 12 PM to 12 AM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: good (15) Havana (14) sushi (13) staff (10) friendly (10) service (9) lobster (8) cocktails (8) Cuba (8) great (7)
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  • 3/5 Jacopo B. 1 year ago on Google • 479 reviews
    The place looks great, the food (Asian fusion) is ok, service is ok. But there were cockroaches wandering around the counter as we were eating and it wasn’t a nice sight. We told the waiter but all we got was a “sorry”.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Manuel P. 1 year ago on Google • 245 reviews
    Amazing hospitality and great drinks. A local take on Asian food with love. Whereas is not to be compared with other capitals the food here is great considering supply challenges. Julio and his team go above and beyond to deliver a memorable experience ! Fantastic value
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 marco m. 2 years ago on Google
    One of the best sushi interpretation ever had! Fish was super fresh, all ingredients of high quality and well used. Many other tasty option (tongue tacos AMAZING). Best service in town and fabolous drinks. Super good price for all of this.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Thomas R. 2 years ago on Google
    The incredible surprise to have phenomenal sushi in Havana... with lobster and shrimps made to perfection. And as my dear had the lobster plate..OMG..three, 3 THREE tails also cooked perfectly with just a side of sweetpotato cream... Not even mentioning the cocktails Do not get me started on the entrees..or the staff..just go there...Enjoy In my book 7 stars..
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Chregi S. 1 year ago on Google • 71 reviews
    Better than expected. After three weeks in Cuba we were suprised to find something completely different and wanted to give it a try. The prices are insanely high for Cuba (and understandably so) but ok for tourists. One Roll of 10 pieces comes in at about 10$. Lemonade costs 400 and is tasty and big, but normally the most we payed for a lemonade was 150. This should give you an overview. The atmosphere is modern and cool, food was good and especially beautifully prepared. The lobster roll was our absolute favorite (Dinamite with langosta) and we'd go back just for that. Tuna Tempura was just ok, the tuna was really bland. And the Ceviche roll kept falling apart and the mix of the too sour taste with a pesto simply didn't work for us. That one we wouldn't recommend. Service was friendly and fast and if you really crave something foreign, this is a good place to stop.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Max P. 1 year ago on Google • 301 reviews
    Not a bad spot especially if you’ve been in Cuba for a couple days and your palate wants a change of scene. I got the New York roll with lobster (avocado was a little stale) and Nat got the dynamite roll with lobster (they were out of shrimp). Both cost 1500 pesos.

  • 2/5 London B. 4 months ago on Google • 11 reviews
    very nice service. rip off in regard of exchange rate. sushi rolls (i had new york w lobster) was dry and tasteless. the ceviche on tacos was mainly avocado with a 1x1cm piece of raw fish. 4 of these on tortilla chips cost 2000cups. a huge avocado cost 250 on the street (they used not even a quarter of). they tasted good but not for $8 in Cuba. totally out of synch with reality.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Chien Wei S. 5 years ago on Google
    Stumbled upon this place while we were looking for a late meal. Very friendly staff and spoke fluent English - Denis recommended some fantastic food and cocktails to match them. It’s a play-on Asian and Cuban classics: Jamon fried rice, cerviche with Asian flavours, Kentucky bourbon mojito, and still have usual favourites like tacos and canchasa. I reckon we had our best meal in Havana there cause it was a rare find.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dave B. 2 years ago on Google
    What a truly wonderful and uniquely Havana experience!! The Cuban inspired sushi was delicious, thoughtful and unique -you must try the octopus ceviche roll ;) This place isn't touristy and really brings unique options to the table. The cocktails are top notch, sharing inspiration with 304 O'Riley and easily out performing 95% of the establishments in Havana. Highly recommend. Would give 6 stars if possible. Would have pictures but was too engrossed in the food, drinks and atmosphere ;)
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Enrique Carlos Comendeiro T. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The Expectacular 5 Star food, a very cozy place, spectacular attention. I recommend it to everyone. (Original) La comida Expectacular 5 Estrellas, un lugar muy acogedor, expectacular atención. Se lo recomiendo a todos.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Marija T. 3 months ago on Google • 212 reviews New
    I am so happy that we discovered this restaurant because I was basically starving in Cuba previous days due to bad food in all places. This restaurant is the only one I have visited here so far that can fall in international standard when it comes to sanitary conditions and taste of dishes. I was so positively impressed when I saw that bartender is doing everything with proper equipment and not touching anything with his bare hands. We had vegetable spring rolls as a starter and seafood ramen and lobster as main dish. Everything was fine. Prices are above standard Cuban prices but quality comes with price. Not best in my whole life but considering Cuba food availability and all conditions this is great.

  • 4/5 Daniel W. 1 year ago on Google • 123 reviews
    Tolles japanisches Lokal in der Innenstadt von Havanna. Die Auswahl an Speisen ist überschaubar aber sehr gut. Ich fand, dass in der Suppe viel zu wenig Nuddeln drin waren und das Tempura hätte auch knuspriger sein können. Für kubanische Verhältnisse war es dann doch schon etwas teurer aber ich kann diese Lokal dennoch empfehlen.

  • 3/5 Kevin L. 1 year ago on Google • 69 reviews
    The place was decent , of course if you are a foodie like me and knows alot about different cuisines well this is not the place for you . It's not real japanese cuisine, it's a poor imitation of Japanese food which is supposed to be clean , delicate and simple but this was the opposite, it was a good experience but don't go there expecting , salmon sashimi , typical California roll but you will get disappointed.

  • 5/5 Joana Senn (Joana's w. 4 years ago on Google • 30 reviews
    The staff was so lovely and really went out of their way to get us everything we wanted and could have wished for. The hospitality was out of the ordinary. We were a group of 11 and honestly we had the best time. The food was really fresh and tasty also. We will be back before leaving habana :) thank you!

  • 5/5 Caridad C. 4 years ago on Google • 29 reviews
    I love sushi so, I wasn’t expecting that they knew anything about sushi. Boy was I taken back this place is a go to for Japanese cuisine. The staff is so courteous so welcoming and amazing cocktails.

  • 5/5 Rob F. 2 months ago on Google • 14 reviews New
    Great tempura and New York sushi rolls - Lobster recommended. Mohitos top class too in large jars with generous amount of rum.

  • 5/5 Matías B. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very good sushi and lemoncello! (Original) Muy buen sushi y lemoncello!

  • 1/5 Danielle H. 1 year ago on Google
    Food was just ok. Nothing to write home about. What was not ok was the roach crawling on the bar countertop which no one seemed to be very bothered by. Some staff were friendly, others not so much, which did not make for a very welcoming environment. Between the roach and some other insect that crawled on my table I had enough and was ready to leave. I requested my food to go and was charged for the styrofoam container it was put it. Seems if your going to charge a guest for that, they should at least provide you the whole container. I was given half of the container, with the lid cut off and my food covered in saran wrap. This was not a favorable dining experience for me.

  • 5/5 Li S. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing fusion kitchen and a really cool place in the heart of Old Havana. Highly recommended.

  • 5/5 Lieke N. 1 year ago on Google
    For me, the best place in Havana! Already a long time ago that I visited it (twice), in oct 2022, but what a restaurant. Good food, so friendly people, creative and down to earth atmosphere and great music! Enjoyed it so much! Thanks!

  • 5/5 Sarthak A. 6 months ago on Google
    This was a good surprise. The sushi was excellent much better than expected. The staff on duty was very respectful and responsive. Thank you!

  • 5/5 Maria Z. 1 year ago on Google
    Such a uniquely Cuban place. Here you won't find noodles but 'ninja tacos' and fusion cuisine. We liked the sushi.

  • 2/5 Mert M. 1 year ago on Google
    I would accept average quality until they served ceviche instead of sahimi, and they kept on saying it's sashimi, not recommended

  • 5/5 Shannon M. 4 months ago on Google • 3 reviews
    There were 5 of us. Looking for a respite from the busy streets of Old Havana and for a tapas or snack. This place is perfect for both. Chill vibe. Cool decor and atmosphere. The food is really good. They take pride in the flavour and presentation. Air conditioned and modern clean toilets too.

  • 5/5 Esteban C. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Excellent place! Incredible attention! (Original) Excelente lugar! Atención increíble!

  • 5/5 Dysiah R. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Watashi wa mizu no naka de hanadji o mitsuketa. Watashi no misoshiru no naka de hijō ni iyana hitotsu no battopuragu (Original) Watashi wa mizu no naka de hanadji o mitsuketa. Watashi no misoshiru no naka de hijō ni iyana hitotsu no battopuragu

  • 5/5 Sarah W. 4 years ago on Google
    Very hip, cool place in Habana Vieja. Try the ox tail risotto if they have it! It was AMAZING!!!!!! Drinks were strong and beautifully decorated, although I've had better tasting drinks. Restaurant was very clean, food was delicious and made of high quality ingredients.

  • 5/5 V. G. 4 years ago on Google
    Except Asian inspired eatery with a good variety of dishes around seafood, beef, pork and chicken. Excellent portion sizes so come to share meals! The drinks are amazing as well and the staff is extremely friendly. Open late and perfect for a quality late night dinner.

  • 5/5 David S. 4 years ago on Google
    Jama was our “go-to” restaurant for both lunch and dinner in Viejo. The restaurant is cool but inviting and the service friendly and professional. The bartender/mixologist was a genius with beautiful garnishes and a strong pour, as well as house made mixers and liqueurs. But the food surpasses all: an interesting combination of classic Cuban ingredients and flavors with a modern, healthful Asian influence. The food they are doing at a Jama demonstrates “fusion” is still alive and well! All this comes at very reasonable prices. The fresh red snapper and lobster fritters are a must! A very pleasant surprise!

  • 5/5 GYMNOLOGIZE 4 years ago on Google
    Snapper sashimi and miso soup is must try. Iess salt to miso 💁🏼‍♀️🔥

  • 5/5 Chiara T. 4 years ago on Google
    Really good food. Great service. And we loved the style of the place.

  • 5/5 Benjamin P. 4 years ago on Google
    Superb food and very nice people !

  • 5/5 Houssam H. 5 years ago on Google
    Amazing hospitality, amazing staff, and the food is out of control, all tasty, to me it deserves a michelin star, i’m really impressed, the first place i visit in Havana that really impressed me, you gotta check out this place, even if it’s your only night in Havana...

  • 5/5 Carolin - Marlen M. 5 years ago on Google
    Delicious!!! Extraordinary food in Havana! Great place to have wonderful food!

  • 5/5 Adrian J. Cabrera B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The best sushi I've had. (Original) El mejor sushi que he probado.

  • 5/5 Armando L. 3 years ago on Google
    Well deserved 👏 all those 5 stars. Food was tasty, service was great 👍

  • 4/5 Fernanda T. 3 years ago on Google
    Don't second guess this place. go! Minimal decor, feels a little like a speak easy situation. Perfect place for a palate cleanser. Housemade lemoncello to end the meal.

  • 5/5 Ricardo M. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A spectacular place !!! The super good food and the best cocktails in Havana !! I dream of them !!! (Original) Un lugar espectacular!!! La comida super buena y los mejores cócteles de La Habana!! Sueño con ellos!!!

  • 5/5 Royce B. 4 years ago on Google
    The pork belly tacos are unreal. Philadelphia rolls killed too. Good music. Good food. Super friendly.

  • 5/5 rafael v. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Wonderful Havana palate whose menu surprises daily (Original) Maravilloso paladar habanero cuyo menú sorprende diariamente

  • 5/5 Jeremy C. 4 years ago on Google
    We stumbled across this place and highly recommend. My stomach didn't agree with other food we ate before eating here, so I'm glad I found it. I recommend the karrage chicken! They played good music and staff were very friendly.

  • 5/5 Andrea García F. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Excellent Cuban and Asian fusion food in a cozy place with very good service and good cocktails. We loved it (Original) Excelente comida de fusión cubana y asiática en un lugar acogedor con muy buen servicio y buenos cócteles. Nos encantó

  • 5/5 Sergio Hernandez R. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Fantastic food Excellent service and the best caipiroskas in Havana. A place to repeat! (Original) La comida fantástica. Excelente servicio y las mejores caipiroskas de La Habana. Un lugar para repetir!!!

  • 5/5 Sandrine C. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Our best restaurant in Cuba! Excellent cocktails and cuisine, in an original setting with friendly staff; 😋 (Original) Notre meilleur restaurant à Cuba! Des cocktails et une cuisine excellents, dans un décor original avec un personnel sympathique; 😋

  • 5/5 Toru H. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) If you are no longer good at Havana, you should go. It's not really delicious anywhere in NY, it's quite a reproduction of Japanese cuisine. If you ask for kappa rolls, it ’s an avocado roll. (Original) もうハバナの料理はいいやという人は行ったほうがいい。NYの何処より美味しいというわけでなくて結構日本料理を再現しているよ。かっぱ巻き頼んだらアボカド巻きというご愛嬌。

  • 5/5 Jonas S. 4 years ago on Google
    Do you want something else than Cuban food but anyway authentic? This is the place. A great choice of excellent food and drinks and very friendly service. The prices at Jama are reasonable.

  • 2/5 dr.Onassis S. 4 years ago on Google
    Very Small Resto / Cafe The menu is not like Japanese in Taste Just maybe in name.. And the funny thing about the menu is, whatever you choose, you'll see Sprouts on it


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Amenities


  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Small plates
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in

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