Restaurant in Nagoya, Japan

Aaron

Name: Aaron
Address: 2 Chome-24-14 Shinsakae, Naka Ward, Nagoya, Aichi 460-0007, Japan, Nagoya, JP
Telephone: +81 52-253-9080

125Pearl Points

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About Aaron

Aaron is a 20-seat Chinese bar in Nagoya's Shinsakae district, open since 2015 and named to Tabelog's Chinese 100 three consecutive years. The chef's hotel training shows in the wok technique, but the format is bar-first: sake, shochu, cocktails share equal weight with small plates. At JPY 5,000-5,999 before drinks, it's best for casual dates or solo counter dining, not formal Chinese meals.

Aaron is a Nagoya venue with a verified price range of JPY 5,000–JPY 5,999 and evening hours from Tuesday through Sunday. The confirmed basics are straightforward: it is closed on Monday, open 6 PM–12 AM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, the dress code is casual. Beyond those facts, details such as seating layout, reservation policy, menu format, chef background, drinks selection, specific dishes are not verified here, so they should not be treated as confirmed.

Verified Recognition

Aaron appears in the verified data with a Tabelog 100 listing for Chinese cuisine in the EAST category for 2026. That recognition is the only confirmed accolade available here, the page should not infer additional award years, rankings, scores, kitchen details, or a specific service style from it. For diners comparing options, Aaron is best understood from the available facts as a casual Nagoya dinner venue in the JPY 5,000–JPY 5,999 range, open in the evening Tuesday through Sunday.

Hours, Price, the Verdict

Aaron’s confirmed schedule makes it an evening-only choice: Tuesday through Sunday from 6 PM to 12 AM, with Monday closed. The verified price band is JPY 5,000–JPY 5,999. If you are comparing Aaron with other allowed Pearl venues such as Kurumi, Spanish Bar BULBO, or PORKMAN, use each venue’s own verified listing rather than assuming the same format, menu, or price. Based on the confirmed information, Aaron is worth considering if you want a casual Nagoya dinner option at this budget and can visit during its evening hours. Specific claims about drinks, seating, reservations, smoking policy, last orders, or menu structure are not verified here.

Looking for more dining in Nagoya? See our full Nagoya restaurants guide for the complete list, or explore our full Nagoya bars guide for bar-focused venues.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I wear to Aaron?

Aaron’s verified dress code is casual. No jacket or formalwear is indicated by the confirmed information.

What should I order at Aaron?

Specific dishes and menu format are not verified here. The confirmed information supports only the venue name, Nagoya location, price range, hours, casual dress code, the listed 2026 Tabelog 100 Chinese cuisine EAST recognition.

Is Aaron good for a special occasion?

The verified facts do not confirm private bookings, birthday plates, seating layout, or special-occasion services. Aaron may be considered for a casual evening meal in Nagoya within the JPY 5,000–JPY 5,999 range, but specific occasion-related services are not confirmed.

How far ahead should I book Aaron?

Reservation policy and booking lead times are not verified here. The confirmed hours are Tuesday through Sunday from 6 PM to 12 AM, with Monday closed.

Is the tasting menu worth it at Aaron?

A tasting menu is not verified. The available facts do not confirm a fixed course menu, à la carte format, or custom group plans.

Is lunch or dinner better at Aaron?

Dinner is the supported choice based on the verified hours. Aaron is open from 6 PM to 12 AM Tuesday through Sunday and closed on Monday; no lunch service is listed in the verified data.

Is Aaron worth the price?

Aaron’s verified price range is JPY 5,000–JPY 5,999. It is a casual Nagoya evening venue with a listed 2026 Tabelog 100 Chinese cuisine EAST recognition, but details such as dishes, drinks, seating, service style are not confirmed here.

Location

2 Chome-24-14 Shinsakae, Naka Ward, Nagoya, Aichi 460-0007, Japan

Nagoya, Japan

Also Consider

Spanish Bar BULBO, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
PORKMAN, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
フランス惣菜と串カツマルブラード, Notable alternative
Kurumi, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
Tatsumi, - JPY 999, - JPY 999

Aaron sits in the middle of Nagoya's mid-tier Chinese scene, priced at JPY 5,000-5,999 before drinks, comparable to Spanish Bar BULBO and Kurumi, both at the same band, but above PORKMAN, which delivers JPY 4,000-4,999 and is the better value if drinks aren't a priority. Aaron's Tabelog 100 selection gives it more editorial credibility than BULBO or Kurumi, but the venue's hybrid identity, Chinese bar, not pure Chinese, means it's better suited to regulars who want drinks and small plates than first-timers chasing technique. If you're after pure Chinese execution without the bar format, フランス惣菜と串カツマルブラード is worth a look, though pricing and format data are less clear. For the easiest booking, Aaron and PORKMAN are both low-pressure; Kurumi and BULBO can fill up on weekends but rarely require more than a day or two of advance notice.

Aaron is the best choice if you're a regular who values the cocktail and sake selection as much as the food, or if you're dining solo or with one other person and want counter seats with a view of the kitchen. PORKMAN is the better pick for budget-conscious groups who don't need the drinks program. Kurumi and BULBO sit in between, offering similar pricing to Aaron but without the Tabelog pedigree or the bar depth.