Ao Ao

At lunchtime, the main attraction is Napolitan pasta, available in red or white. The red version is tomato-based and described as a nostalgic classic, with 220g of pasta. One diner who had it for lunch said the thick noodles and tangy seasoning made an impression; it is a good choice if you’re after an old-school style of Napolitan. Reviewers describe the white version as carbonara-like, and one diner noted its richness and a hint of char. It’s worth considering if you’d like to try a different flavour, or if you’re dining with someone and want to order both for comparison.

The red Napolitan is also available in large portions of 330g and double portions of 440g. Choose the size to suit your appetite: stick with the regular portion, or go large or double when you’re especially hungry. In the evening, the bar serves Ao Ao whisky as highballs, with water, or on the rocks. Pair the gently flavoured “Snack Ao Ao Highball”, made with wasanbon sugar, with snacks such as crab miso or potato gratin, both suggested as good matches for a highball. It’s a different way to enjoy Ao Ao from its lunchtime Napolitan.

Ao Ao is open Tuesday to Friday, serving lunch from 11:30 to 14:00 and evening drinks from 16:00 to 23:00.