Mietta's Review
Well-done Japanese food in a pleasant room has attracted a loyal clientele here since 1989. In the beginning of August 2005 well known chef Kazu Nomura took command of the kitchen resulting in a more adventurous interpretation of Japanese food. The courtesy and service remains as correct as always. There is also a small sushi bar and a well explained wine list. Aya is an ornament to its suburban location.
Other published opinions
Age Good Food Guide 2010 Score: 13/20
Age Good Food Guide 2010 Score: 13/20
Age Good Food Guide 2009
Age Good Food Guide 2008 Score: 14/20
Herald Sun Dining Out, Stephen Downes, 29/8/06 Score: 13/20 "Aya tables acceptable to good dishes that lean heavily towards Japan and are sometimes original. Sushi and sashimi are bound to satisfy. Service was haphazard on a night when the restaurant had few customers. The wine list is representative of grape varieties but fairly limited, three table whites and five reds served by glass. Prices are spread nicely, several bottles being in the low 30s of dollars."
Age Good Food Guide 2006 scxore 14/20
Age Good Food Guide 2005
Age Good Food Guide 2003 Score 14/20
Age Good Food Guide 2002 Score 14/20
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