A.JU
About the restaurant
Cuisine: Asian / European
A.JU is a high-level casual dining restaurant in Tallinn, where mystery and the element of surprise carry through both the restaurant’s concept and the meticulously refined menu. The A.JU menu touches all the senses, combining taste, aroma, texture, and visual beauty to create a harmonious and unforgettable experience. The encounter of Scandinavian and Asian flavors with Italian nuances and old Estonian traditions creates unexpected and stimulating combinations.
Head chef
Marko Sõmer
The kitchen at A.JU is led by Head Chef Marko Sõmer, whose experience spans Estonia’s fine dining scene and internationally acclaimed Michelin-starred kitchens. Marko has worked within Gordon Ramsay’s restaurant concept at Powerscourt and further honed his skills at Michelin-starred restaurants in London and Hamburg. His achievements include the EPÜ Cordon Bleu distinction from the Estonian Chefs Association, silver and bronze medals at the IKA Culinary Olympics as captain of the Estonian national team, leading Horisont, a restaurant recommended by the Michelin Guide, and recognition from Silverspoon and Falstaff. Marko’s culinary style combines international experience, seasonal ingredients and contemporary techniques.
