Aoshima Sushi & Grill
Stillorgan
Restaurant in Stillorgan, Ireland
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Aoshima Sushi & Grill is a sensible Stillorgan pick for an easy local meal or practical takeaway plan, not a high-ceremony special occasion. Choose it when convenience and flexibility matter; cross-shop Volpe Nera for a more polished modern-cuisine night out or Musashi - Sandyford for a clearer Japanese-leaning alternative nearby.
About Aoshima Sushi & Grill
For Aoshima Sushi & Grill in Stillorgan, the safest way to plan is around the basics rather than assumptions about menu depth, prices, awards, chef background, seating, or service format. The key practical points are direct: it is in Stillorgan, the dress code is casual, it is closed on Monday, opens 5–10 PM Tuesday to Thursday, and opens 12–10 PM Friday to Sunday.
That makes it easiest to consider as a casual local option when the timing fits. For details such as price, booking policy, menu format, dietary information, delivery or takeaway, or seating, first-time visitors should avoid over-planning around specifics that may not be current.
Better for a low-pressure local meal than a big-night booking
The strongest case for Aoshima Sushi & Grill is practical: it is a casual Stillorgan venue with evening hours through most of the week and longer Friday-to-Sunday opening from 12–10 PM. If the brief is simply to find a nearby place and keep the plan uncomplicated, it can sit on the shortlist alongside other dining options in and around the area.
If you are comparing possible meals nearby, keep the comparison grounded in the kind of meal you want. Volpe Nera is another named option to consider, but the better choice depends on the specific meal you want, the time you plan to go, and the details each restaurant provides at the time of booking.
First-timers should keep the plan simple
The first visit should be treated as a direct casual meal rather than a heavily planned occasion. Use the hours as the starting point: Aoshima Sushi & Grill is closed Monday, open 5–10 PM Tuesday to Thursday, and open 12–10 PM Friday to Sunday.
Planning details
- Location
- 3 Lower Kilmacud Rd, Stillorgan, Dublin, Ireland
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- aoshima.ie
- Phone
- +35312781278
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Aoshima sits firmly in the south Dublin suburbs and reads as a neighbourhood sushi-and-grill that prioritises reliability and accessibility. The piece frames the restaurant as operating in a mid-market register: it wants to represent Japanese cuisine without adopting the austerity of omakase, so the mood skews practical and unpretentious rather than high-concept. Visits feel like local errands for good food: calm, understated and focused on delivering both raw and warmed preparations. The overall impression is of a relaxed community spot that aims for authenticity while remaining approachable to regulars and neighbours alike.
Best For
This is a restaurant that suits local regulars and anyone looking for an unfussy evening out. The dual sushi-and-grill format makes it well suited to date nights where partners want a mix of refined raw fish and hot, comforting grilled dishes, and to casual hangouts with friends or family who value variety. Because the menu balances careful sashimi with immediately legible cooked plates, the place works for diners who want a bit of theatre from fresh fish alongside straightforward, shareable grilled items in a relaxed suburban setting.
Ordering Tips
Given Aoshima’s sushi-and-grill identity, build a meal that samples both sides of the menu. Start with sashimi to assess the raw-fish quality, then order grilled items such as yakitori and teppanyaki for hot, seasoned contrast. The signature okonomiyaki offers a different texture and is a good sharing plate; alternating bites of sashimi and grilled skewers demonstrates the restaurant’s intent to satisfy both authenticity and accessibility. Prioritise a mix of raw and cooked dishes to get the clearest sense of what Aoshima does best.
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual contemporary space with simple decor and friendly staff.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Small plates
- Drinks Focus
- Sake program
- Dietary
- Pescatarian friendly
Signature Dishes
- Okonomiyaki
- Yakitori
- Teppanyaki
- Sashimi
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 3 Lower Kilmacud Rd, Stillorgan, Dublin, Ireland
Planning details
Location
3 Lower Kilmacud Rd, Stillorgan, Dublin, Ireland · Directions
Also consider
Where to go if this does not fit
If the booking is for a polished date night or celebration, cross-shop Volpe Nera. If the brief is closer to a Japanese-leaning casual meal and Sandyford works logistically, try Musashi - Sandyford.
Restaurant context
How Aoshima Sushi & Grill compares in Stillorgan
Choose Aoshima Sushi & Grill when the priority is an easy local meal with a flexible sushi-and-grill direction. Volpe Nera is the stronger special-occasion play because it has a clearer modern-cuisine identity and €€€ positioning, so expect it to feel more deliberate and higher spend.
Musashi - Sandyford is the closest cross-shop for diners who specifically want a Japanese-leaning meal and are willing to leave Stillorgan. Scotts Seafood & Grill makes more sense when the table wants seafood-and-grill familiarity rather than sushi direction.
Elephant & Castle and Camile Blackrock are better fallback choices for casual, low-friction eating, especially if the group is prioritising ease over atmosphere. For a more polished room, move toward Volpe Nera; for a simple Stillorgan meal, Aoshima Sushi & Grill is the lower-pressure call.
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Compare Aoshima Sushi & Grill
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aoshima Sushi & Grill | Stillorgan | , | , | No published awards |
| Scotts Seafood & Grill | Stillorgan | , | , | No published awards |
| Elephant & Castle | Dundrum | , | , | No published awards |
| Musashi - Sandyford | Dundrum | , | , | No published awards |
| Volpe Nera | Blackrock | Modern Cuisine | €€€ | Star Wine Lists 2026Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 20262025 Michelin Plate2025 The Sunday Times Ireland's 100 Best Restaurants2024 Michelin Plate |
| Camile Blackrock | Blackrock | , | , | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aoshima Sushi & Grill good for a special occasion?
It is a casual venue in Stillorgan, so it is best to think of it as a low-pressure option rather than assume a formal special-occasion setup.
Is lunch or dinner better at Aoshima Sushi & Grill?
The hours show evening opening Tuesday to Thursday from 5–10 PM and longer opening Friday to Sunday from 12–10 PM.
What are alternatives to Aoshima Sushi & Grill?
Other named options to consider in the wider area include Musashi - Sandyford, Volpe Nera, Camile Blackrock, Elephant & Castle, and Scotts Seafood & Grill. The best fit depends on your timing, location, and the details each venue provides.
