Aja & Teppanyaki
Al Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi
Restaurant in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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Price
$50–100per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Aja & Teppanyaki on Saadiyat Island offers teppanyaki-style dining in a quieter setting than Abu Dhabi's hotel-driven scene. With limited public details on menu, pricing, or chef background, it's best suited for diners already on the island who want live-fire cooking without extensive planning. Booking difficulty is easy, but venues like 99 Sushi Bar and 3 Fils provide clearer operational transparency for special occasions.
About Aja & Teppanyaki
Aja & Teppanyaki is a venue in Abu Dhabi. The dress code is smart casual, so plan for a polished but not overly formal visit. If you are comparing options, use Aja & Teppanyaki alongside other named venues such as Hamilton’s Gastropub, L’Olivo Restaurant, Mermaid Restaurant, Orient Restaurant, and Turquoise Restaurant, or consult our full Abu Dhabi restaurants guide.
What to Try Across Multiple Visits
Details regarding menu, dish list, chef information, or dining format for Aja & Teppanyaki are not publicly available. Rather than arriving with expectations about specific dishes, courses, or seating style, treat the first visit as a chance to understand what the venue currently offers. If you plan more than one visit, compare the details you receive directly from the restaurant, such as availability, menu choices, and any current booking requirements.
Timing and Practical Considerations
Aja & Teppanyaki is in Abu Dhabi and the dress code is smart casual. For broader planning, compare it with other allowed Abu Dhabi dining references such as Hamilton’s Gastropub, L’Olivo Restaurant, Mermaid Restaurant, Orient Restaurant, and Turquoise Restaurant, without assuming they share the same format, price point, or service style.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 6:30–10:30 PM · Tuesday: Closed
- Location
- Al Saadiyat Island - SDN1 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
- Website
- saadiyatisland.rixos.com/food-and-beverage/detail/Aja-Asian-Teppenyaki-Restaurant/156/82/0
- Phone
- +971 2 492 2222
Venue details
Ambiance
Upscale resort restaurant feel with modern Asian design, a buzzing open teppanyaki counter, live music, and an energetic yet polished evening atmosphere suited to both couples and groups.
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Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Fusion
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Counter dining, Set menu
- Drinks Focus
- Sake, Cocktails, Wine
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten-free options
- Private Dining
- Available
Signature Dishes
- confit duck leg with baked beans, sautéed spinach and soya glaze
- shrimp tower
- sushi selection
- teppanyaki mixed grill
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Al Saadiyat Island - SDN1 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 6:30–10:30 PM
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 6:30–10:30 PM
- Thursday
- 6:30–10:30 PM
- Friday
- 6:30–10:30 PM
- Saturday
- 6:30–10:30 PM
- Sunday
- 6:30–10:30 PM
Location
Al Saadiyat Island - SDN1 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates · Directions
saadiyatisland.rixos.com/food-and-beverage/detail/Aja-Asian-Teppenyaki-Restaurant/156/82/0
Also consider
Also Consider
- L’Olivo Restaurant, Notable alternative
- Turquoise Restaurant, Notable alternative
- Mermaid Restaurant, Notable alternative
- Orient Restaurant, Notable alternative
- Hamilton’s Gastropub, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
Among Saadiyat Island's dining options, Aja & Teppanyaki sits alongside Turquoise Restaurant and Mermaid Restaurant, both of which anchor resort properties and publish fuller menu and booking information. If you're prioritising transparency and ease of planning, L'Olivo Restaurant offers Italian fine dining with clearer pricing signals and a documented wine programme. For a more casual counter-service experience with high visibility, Hamilton's Gastropub delivers pub fare in a lively, accessible format and is easier to book last-minute.
Value seekers should weigh the trade-off: teppanyaki formats typically command premium pricing, but without published rates or awards at Aja & Teppanyaki, it's harder to assess whether the experience justifies the spend. Orient Restaurant provides Pan-Asian options with clearer operational hours and booking pathways, making it a safer bet for first-time visitors to Saadiyat. If teppanyaki is non-negotiable, Aja & Teppanyaki's easy booking difficulty gives it an edge over harder-to-secure spots, but diners seeking a documented culinary pedigree should explore Abu Dhabi's broader restaurant scene first.
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Compare Aja & Teppanyaki
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Aja & Teppanyaki | Abu Dhabi | No published awards |
| L’Olivo Restaurant | Abu Dhabi | No published awards |
| Turquoise Restaurant | Abu Dhabi | No published awards |
| Mermaid Restaurant | Abu Dhabi | No published awards |
| Orient Restaurant | Abu Dhabi | No published awards |
| Hamilton’s Gastropub | Abu Dhabi | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are alternatives to Aja & Teppanyaki in Abu Dhabi?
Other venues to consider by name include Hamilton’s Gastropub, L’Olivo Restaurant, Mermaid Restaurant, Orient Restaurant, and Turquoise Restaurant.
