Zama Sushi Bar – Isla Mujeres Premier Sushi Dining Experience
Zama Sushi Bar combines the elegance of Japanese minimalism with the vibrant energy of Isla Mujeres. Our sushi chefs craft signature rolls, fresh sashimi, and unique dishes that blend Japanese tradition with local seafood.
- Fresh, locally sourced fish
- Signature cocktails & sake
- Oceanfront dining experience
Our Sushi Creations
From classic nigiri to innovative rolls, Zama Sushi Bar offers a culinary journey for every palate. Discover our chef’s specials and pair them with premium sake or handcrafted cocktails.
Some of our menu items include:
- Handrolls
- Sushi Maki Rolls
- Nigiris
- Robata Grill
- Gyozas
Japanese traditional cuisine comes to Zama
Chef Carlos Vélez, our sushi sensei, is a Culinary Arts graduate from L’École Des Chefs with experience in leading hospitality groups like Marriott and Meliá. He specializes in culinary consulting, focusing on standardization and menu engineering for diverse gastronomic concepts.
With over 10 years of teaching experience, he has taught at the university level and received international training in France, Spain, and Japan. He is an alumnus of Kyoto’s Taiwa Gakuen Japanese Culinary and Cultural Human Resource Program and holds a Silver Medal Certification in Japanese Culinary Skills awarded by Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries.
Chef Carlos Velez
Sushi Sensei for Zama Sushi Bar