Aju is a small vegan izakaya serving classic Japanese dishes. It's a one-person operation, with the owner handling everything from cooking to serving. Be prepared for a wait if there are other customers. There’s even a card saying that he can’t handle more than 4 customers at a time.
The menu features veganised versions of izakaya staples like okonomiyaki and yakitori. The okonomiyaki has the classic look and flavour, topped with mayonnaise and seaweed, with mock meat inside. The yakitori plate uses soy protein, konjac, and other vegan ingredients to mimic the look and texture of different grilled chicken skewers. These are great options to sample the owner's plant-based take on classic Japanese dishes.
