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Aio Restaurant, Bath - Bath-Bristol |
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Aio Restaurant
7 Edgar Buildings
George Street
Bath
BA1 2EE
Tel: 01225 443900
Restaurant Website
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There is no single translation for Aio - but simply it means 'Join us' or ' Come together' and here is the opportunity to get together and share authentic Mediterranean cuisine from Italy, Spain and North Africa. The menus have been carefully devised and prepared with Char-gilled meats and fish, marinades from old family recipes from Sardinia and Naples, and freshly cooked pasta served with unique and varied combinations. Fresh breads, Brushettas,Olives, Spiced Sardines and Aio's own Fregola Sarda ( a toasted giant CousCous) are only part of the reminder that here the food is not only very good but it will be an experience to remember
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| Proprietors | Mauro and Salvo | | Chefs | Francesco Mercurio |
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Facilities
| | Smoking Policy | Outside only
| | Disabled Facilities | Yes
| | Wheel Chair Access | Yes
| | Child Friendly | Meals are arranged to suit children
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| | Parking | Parking in streets and car parks locally
| | Vegetarian Options | Aio always ensure there is a good selection of Vegetarian dishes
| | Accommodation | No |
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Facts
| | Opening Hours | Please see Further Details
| | Restaurant Capacity | 70 inside, 38 outside in gardens
| | Price | Starters from £5.95 Mains from £9.95
| | Payment Options | Cash and all Major Credit Cards
| | Best Seats | Inside or outside there are comfortable seats for all
| | Wine List | Mauro and Salvo have chosen their Wines with real care and attention. Fine Italian Wines are a must but they have chosen wines from all over the world to complement the varied menus of the Mediterranean. For a treat try the Tanca Farra,a silky smooth red that provides an aroma of spices, cinnamon,cloves and blackcurrant £28.95 bottle. Most wines are served by the glass, 1/2 Carafe or by the bottle
| | Sample Dish | Fregola Sarda is a kind of toasted giant Cous-Cous, typical of Sardinia. Cooked in its own sauces, the Cous Cous picks up all the flavours as it is cooked.
Try the Fregola with Clams, Mussels and Prawns in a light spicy Tomato sauce £11.25.
The Vegetarian version combines a medley of roasted vegetables and creamy goats cheese served with flakes of mature pecorinni cheese £9.95
| | Functions | Aio can cater for parties, group bookings in advance and for varied functions as required
| | Menu | Much of Aio's food is chargrilled, the meat and fish chosen seasonally. Each day there are 2 Pasta specials as well as range of meat or fish dishes according to the season. One of the Pasta dishes will normally offer a new slant on pasta, using for example, goats cheese
| | Special Deals | Each day the fresh pasta menu will change and there is always a vegetarian option. From £9.95. At lunchtime we offer a selection of 3 plates from the Buffet for £6.95
| | How to find us | Aió is conveniently situated in the centre of Bath. A great place to stop for lunch or dinner while exploring the city. It is situated in the Edgar Buildings on George Street right in the heart of the city
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Further Details
| OPENING TIMES
From 9.30am food is served all day, look out for the daily antipasti, coffee and cakes.
Lunch from 12noon - 2.30pm,
Dinner from 6pm -10.30pm
AIO, RESTAURANT, BAR & GRILL
Restaurateurs Mauro Matta and Salvo Cuomo have combined their 15 years experience in Bath's most popular restaurants to provide a new take on a traditional Italian food. They explained why they were excited about this new venture:
"We share a passion for entertaining and enjoy seeing people come together socially over dinner and wine. Customers at our restaurant will experience fresh, simple flavours and excellent, locally sourced, quality ingredients beautifully cooked."
Mauro and Salvo have gone back to their roots to devise a menu that has it's origins in the fresh flavours of Sardinia and Naples. Salvo is especially keen to introduce Bath to the African influences on Mediterranean food and these flavours are a prominent feature of the menu.
As well as opening for dinner, Aió will be open every day from 9.30am serving drinks, tapas and aperitifs. An extensive wine list selected to complement the menu will also be available.
Look out for the special Home made Marinades that are made on the premises. Used with the Brushette and in the starters they are made using traditional recipes from Sardinia, pickled in vinegar and offer a rich flavour to a wide variety of dishes.
Aio’s Fish is served according to the season and sustainability. Some of the fish may include:
Grey Mullet
Swordfish,
Lobster,
Sea Bream,
Sea Scallops,
Calamari,
Cornish Mackerel,
Tuna,
Cuttlefish,
Scottish Salmon,
Monkfish,
Red Mullet,
Most of the Fish will be chargrilled and they are happy to suggest a marinade or sauce to complement
Aio’s Meat is bred locally as far as possible and cooked on the Chargrill for the fullest of flavour
Their steaks include the 8oz Sirlion with Rosemary and Black Pepper Butter and Grilled Tomatoes or the 12oz T-Bone Steak with a spicy Chimichurri Salsa
Aio’s Antipasti are served all day and include:
Aio’s Antipasto Terra -
Selection of Serrano Ham, Felino Salami, Bologna Mortadella with Pistacchio, Mature Pecorini Cheese, Olives and a selection of Aio’s Homemade Marinated Vegetables in Olive Oil £7.95 per person
Aio’s Antiapasti Mare –
Spiced grilled Sardines, Smoked Seafood Salad, Marinated Swordfish with a selection of Aio’s Homemade Marinated Vegetables in Olive Oil £8.95 per person
THE CHEF
Francesco Mercurio has worked in restaurants all over the world including the famous Da Camponeschi in Roma.
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