AJI Bar & Robata
As the day winds down in one of the world’s busiest hubs, the chic energy of an inner-city bar meets the laid-back vibes of “California cool” at AJI Bar and Robata. Sample an inventive intersection of Japanese technique and Peruvian flavor that connect with innovative pairings and our signature cocktails. Grab a seat on a Friday or Saturday for a complete experience featuring live music.
Signature Dining
A dining experience like no other in San Jose, AJI Bar and Robata is a welcoming spot to connect and engage with others. Our menu highlights robata, a Japanese grilling technique featured in Nikkei cuisine. Enjoy delicacies, snacks, shareable bites, and unique cocktails with unconventional pairings.
Nikkei Cuisine
Robata is a Japanese grilling technique ubiquitous in Nikkei cuisine. Binchotan charcoal provides the smoky and umami-filled fuel for the Japanese robata grill, a perfect tool for yakitori, teppanyaki or other skewered bites.
Delectable Drinks
Our innovative cuisine pairs perfectly with our cocktails featuring creative, unexpected pairings such as pisco, sake, and Japanese whiskey. Garnishes like shiso leaves and Sancho peppercorns add the perfect finishing touch.
Live Music
Enjoy a curated music program from live DJ sets to guitars and keys – featuring local artists and special guests. Friday live DJ sets are from 8 p.m. to midnight. Saturday live band sets are from 7:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.
- Dec 1st: Julius Papp + Mark de Clive-Lowe
- Dec 2nd: Illiance
- Dec 8th: B. Roos & Guests
- Dec 9th: Isaiah
- Dec 15th: Darling Cool + Fountaine + Chalé Brown
- Dec 16th: Sofie Mae
- Dec 22nd: DJ Emz + Chalé Brown & Guests
- Dec 29th: – Shea Butter + DJ Lexapeel & Guests
- Dec 30th: JOY.
Hours of Operation
Dining Service
4:00 pm – 10:00 pm, Everyday
Bar
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm, Sunday to Thursday
4:00 pm – 12:00 am, Friday and Saturday
Live music
7:00 pm – 11:00 pm, Friday and Saturday
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