Hidden Japanese-Western Style Bar Recommendation in Central

This time I came to AOAO located on the 14th floor of Man Nien Building in Central. The restaurant offers a great view, and the decor is stylish and elegant. The highlight is the amazing atmosphere; when someone has a birthday, all the staff sing the birthday song together with singing and dancing, which is truly a delightful surprise. - For starters, I had Akagai, a dish of ark shell clam with asparagus. The ark shell clam is very crisp, fresh, and sweet, paired with refreshing asparagus, creating a layered texture. There was also the Celtuce Salad, made with lemon, shredded lettuce stem, and radish puree. Don’t be fooled by the small plate; the portion is quite generous. The shredded lettuce stem is very crisp, and combined with the lemon-soaked radish puree, it’s tangy and sweet, very appetizing. - Next was the Caramelised Pumpkin. The pumpkin was cooked perfectly, with the caramelized coating sweet but not greasy. The caramel layer is crispy, while the pumpkin inside is soft and tender, offering a great texture. - Then came the dishes I had been looking forward to for a long time: Wagyu Katsu Sando A4 Wagyu Sandwich and Charcoal Grilled Eel. The A4 Wagyu Sandwich was delicious, with a strong beef flavor, tender meat, and rich fat that melts in your mouth. Paired with the crispy charcoal-grilled bun, the texture was very layered. The charcoal-grilled eel was even more surprising. The staff grilled the eel skin with binchotan charcoal right in front of us, giving it a full smoky aroma. The eel meat was tender and juicy, truly delicious. - Finally, there was Mini Melon Daifuku and Matcha Cheesecake. The melon daifuku had a sweet custard filling and a soft, chewy texture. The matcha cheesecake was also very good, with a rich matcha flavor and a dense, delicate texture. - AOAO 14th Floor, Man Nien Building, 38 Queen’s Road Central . er#FUSION Bar#Japanese-Western Izakaya#Suky_Centre