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Ainoya Japanese Restaurant

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Dining at AINOYA Sit back and enjoy the cultural experience that AINOYA has to offer, from the friendly service & atmosphere to the exquisite modern/traditional cuisine all in an elegant Japanese influenced décor. Our menu is a fusion of traditional Japanese cuisine and innovative modern dishes, all complimented by a carefully matched wine list chosen

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This compact Japanese restaurant in Kirribilli offers a gentle fusion of modern and traditional dishes that will charm seasoned Japanese diners. Take a seat at one of the traditional horikotatsu style tables, where you are seated on cushions on the floor and the space under the table is sunk into the ground, for your legs. There are regular tables for those not wishing to take their shoes off, however it is advisable to ask for one of these tables in advance.

The sushi and sashimi are carefully prepared, salmon and tuna featuring alongside mixed platters and a variety of "rolls" including the salmon and avocado, dragon (made with eel maki), and tuna negi-toro (rolled with chopped spring onions). There is a variety of salads and sides to help temper the oiliness of the raw fish; try the daikon or seaweed salads. Main courses include teriyaki chicken, tempura, or tori nanban: fried chicken marinated in sweet and sour sauce served with tartare sauce. The real culinary gems are hidden in the blackboard menu. Try dishes such as roast duck with shredded green mango and vegetables, or the soft shell crab karaage (deep fried soft-shell crab).

The wine list is brief yet well matched to the cuisine and BYO is available for bottled wines.
Libby Travers, December 2005

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Edward
February 11, 2007


Have been to Ainoya a few times and each time it is excellent food and pleasant service. Nice fresh sashimi, the soft shell crab is excellent and the waygu beef is so tender. Being off the main road it tends to only get those who know about it. Great value

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