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JAYU, Mérida, YUC

JAYU

4.8
4.8
97 Reviews
MXN500 and over
Japanese

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2 people
22:30
Booked 4 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Neighbourhood gem
*Please, when completing your reservation, send a WhatsApp to share additional information 9991305283*

Designed by the famous chef Roberto Solis and his partner chef Manuel Balan, Jayu is an exclusive Japanese food restaurant with Yucatecan touches, hence the name JA for Japan, YU for Yucatan.
The concept is a 10-seat bar in which interaction is created between the chefs and the diner.
We have 3 menus.
-Nigiris menu.
-Short omakase.
-Long omakase.
We do not share any menu as it changes constantly, as we depend on daily supplies for its preparation, which consists of fish, seafood, meat and poultry.
When completing your reservation, send a WhatsApp to share additional information.
9991305283

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    MXN500 and over
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Regional Mexican, Sushi
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 19:00–23:00
  • Phone number
    999 130 5283
  • Website
    https://www.instagram.com/jayumerida/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Roberto Solis/Manuel Balan
  • Location
    C. 60, Mérida, YUC 97000
  • Area
    Mérida
  • Cross Street
    Calle 60 entre 39 y 37
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 97 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Yucatán

    Best Overall

  • Yucatán

    Best Food

  • Yucatán

    Best Service

  • Yucatán

    Best Value

  • Yucatán

    Innovative

  • Yucatán

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Mérida

    Best Overall

  • Mérida

    Best Food

  • Mérida

    Best Service

  • Mérida

    Best Value

  • Mérida

    Innovative

  • Mérida

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Mérida

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
JAYU offers an unforgettable dining experience blending Japanese and Yucatecan flavors. Guests rave about the "amazing experience" and "unique and delicious Japanese inspired menu." The ambiance transports diners to Japan, complete with exquisite service. Highly recommended for a "wonderful surprise" and "one of the best dining experiences in Merida."

97 Reviews

  1. Yatziri

    Yucatán

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Increíble experiencia, nos la pasamos muy bien y el chef Manuel muy agradable y atento. La comida deliciosa y sorprendente. Definitivamente volveremos.

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  2. Juan Antonio

    Yucatán

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Todo excelente, definitivamente volveremos, las explicaciones del chef excelentes y creo por respeto hay que escuchar cada indicación. Desafortunadamente no todos respetan este tipo de experiencias culinarias. Una gran experiencia. Lo único que sí estaría bien es tener un letrero o señalamiento del lugar, pero si nos sorprendieron.

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  3. Gerardo

    Mexico City

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excelente lugar es la segunda vez que lo visito y no deja de gustarme, sus nigiris son lo máximo como logran esa fusión de japonés con lo yucateco. Mas que recomendado.

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  4. Alissa

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Creative fusion omakase mixing both Japanese and Yucatan cuisine. Delicious food and great service.

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  5. Jaime

    VIP

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excelente experiencia. Todo estuvo de 10! El servicio excelente, la comodidad original y espectacular. Los ingredientes de primera. Todo un éxito

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  6. Frida

    Yucatán

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Increíble experiencia tenemos que regresar, personalizado, la atención de 10! Es de los pocos lugares que 100% recomiendo! Sin duda regresaremos! Valió la pena !

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  7. Marlene

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Un lugar único con un toque único en decoración, atmósfera y por supuesto, el super talentoso chef y Omakase ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ regresaremos muy pronto.

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  8. MARIA ELENA

    Miami

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 26 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    El concepto es innovador, todos los tiempos deliciosos

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  9. Esther

    Montreal

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had such an amazing experience. We were a little lost at first, but we finally realized we needed to ring the bell on the garage door to have someone let us in. 10/10 recommend!

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  10. Nicely

    Yucatán

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Definitivamente cumple con el concepto; los platillos fueron elaborados al instante, los sabores eran muy únicos e interesantes. El chef hace que la experiencia sea muy agradable, recomendadísimo🙂‍↕️

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FAQs

JAYU is rated 4.8 stars by 97 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
22:30
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for JAYU

C. 60, Mérida, YUC 97000

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Calle 60 entre 39 y 37
  • Area
    Mérida
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 19:00–23:00
  • Price
    MXN500 and over
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Regional Mexican, Sushi
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Roberto Solis/Manuel Balan
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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