Aya – Tasty Mediterranean food in Milwaukee
Welcome to āya
Fine-dining, Middle Eastern restaurant in Milwaukee
Dining at āya restaurant is shaped by polished hospitality and an atmosphere that stays intimate. The menu balances shareable starters with composed mains, all supported by seasonal rotations and locally focused ingredients. For gatherings that deserve privacy, the Lahza Room provides a dedicated setting for a focused, elevated evening.
Culinary Traditions, Reimagined
The flavors of the Middle East direct to you
āya’s dinner menu presents Middle Eastern cooking with Mediterranean touches. Begin with caviar service, then move into mezze and seasonal salads designed for the center of the table. Skewers and seafood bring fire-kissed depth, while prime steaks, tagine-style mains, and handmade pasta anchor the evening. Finish with desserts such as mango baklava and pair your meal with craft cocktails, mocktails, beer, and a curated wine list.
Private Dining at āya
An Intimate Room for Beautiful Moments
For milestones that call for privacy, book the Lahza Room and settle into a space designed for connection, with warm lighting, polished details, and attentive pacing. If you are planning an anniversary toast or a birthday dinner, the experience stays focused on the people at your table. For larger celebrations, ask about hosting the full room. Secure your date and start planning.
Welcome
A place of tradition, belonging, and timeless flavors
Drawing inspiration from the sun-drenched coastal regions of the Middle East and adding a fresh, light, twist that’s reminiscent of the vibrance of the Mediterranean.
āya is a progressive restaurant in the heart of Downtown Milwaukee from the owners of Saffron, Fatima and Hanish Kumar.
Culinary Traditions
From the flavors of the Middle East direct to you.
Be the first to discover a new era of Mediterranean inspired Middle Eastern cuisine, in its various regional forms, from Levant to North Africa to the Arabian Peninsula.
Complementing the cuisine is an experiential cocktail menu that emphasizes the freshest, high-quality ingredients and the artistry of bespoke creations.
Private Dinning
You are welcome to book our Lahza Room. Simply translating to “a moment”
Step into a world of celebration, where every gathering is a feast of flavors and friendship. Host your special occasion in an intimate setting inspired by ancient old-world homes. Let āya’s kitchen craft a memorable spread, rich with shared plates and bold spices—a true celebration of community and connection for your distinctive moment.
Location
700 East Kilbourn Avenue, Suite #100
Milwaukee, WI
53202
Hours
Monday to Sunday: 11AM to 2:30 PM
COCKTAIL HOUR
Monday to Friday: 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM
DINNER
Sunday to Thursday: 5 PM to 9:30 PM
Friday & Saturday: 5 PM to 10 PM