Say Hello To Aiku, What’s Touted To Feature Jeddah’s First Hand-Rolled Sushi Bar

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Are you someone who is fond of sushi? If your answer is a resounding ‘yes,’ then chances are you are probably always on the prowl for new places where you can indulge in this Japanese delicacy. And for the people obsessed with sushi, there’s a new sushi hotspot that you wouldn’t want to miss. We are talking about Aiku, which is home to what’s touted to be Saudi Arabia’s first dedicated handroll bar.

Aiku Opens In Jeddah

Offering a delectable selection of hand-rolled sushi, Aiku is now open in Jeddah. For the unversed, Aiku means first born. With a minimalistic concept, they have kept things understated here. Even though they had a quiet opening, it is still difficult to get bookings here. And when you do try to get a reservation online, the earliest one available is for June.

What Can You Expect From The Menu?

A restaurant that’s built around a curated menu and delicious hand-rolled sushi, they offer both counter and table seating. Surrounded by a minimalistic interior design, they feature simple interiors, soft lighting and cleanliness. There is a central communal counter, which offers a front row view of every hand-rolled sushi that is being prepared, fresh to order.

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Handrolls That Are A Must-Have

Handrolls are obviously a must-have here. These are casual styles of sushi, which are made by wrapping a sheet of seaweed around fillings, like fish and rice. At Aiko, you will want to try their Spicy Tuna, Spicy Kani, and Meso Aubergine. The rolls arrive, one at a time, from the counter, which makes for a laid-back dinner at a comforting pace.

While Jeddah has many places to savour Japanese cuisine, a dedicated hand bar certainly makes for a brilliant addition for people who love to savour Sushi.

So, if you are someone who is fond of sushi, then you absolutely wouldn’t want to miss out on this.

Where: Ahmad Al Attas, Al Zahra, Jeddah

Cover Image Courtesy: Instagram/aiku.ksa

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FAQs

Where is Aiku?

Aiku is a new restaurant that opened in Jeddah.

What can you expect at Aiku?

Anupriya Mishra: A history nerd, I love to read, talk, and write about everything related to lifestyle and travel. And of course, trying new dishes is my jam! So, you might just find me at the newest restaurant trying their exquisite fare while gossiping about Bollywood movies!