The discovery and
Begin
Seeker, what do you search?
A conversation with friends,
a meeting with foreigners,
a communion with yourself,
flavours familiar yet unknown.
For a moment, let us forget what we have lost and focus on what we have created.
CLAY brings you an exceptional culinary experience in the form of Nikkei, a Japanese-Peruvian cuisine.
Fresh ingredients delivered via intricate techniques and nuanced flavour. Food inspired by the exploration of culture.
For the best Nikkei restaurant in Bahrain, serving delicious Japanese-Peruvian cuisine, such as sushi, ceviche, yakitori, and tiraditos, make sure to visit CLAY Bahrain. Find us in Adliya, near Block 338 and AlJuffair, in the central location that is Manama. In our stylish and elegant restaurant relish delicious Japanese-Peruvian food in our dining area, as well as explore wondrous cocktails in our Ash Lounge.
Find out more about Nikkei and the fusion of Japanese and Peruvian cultures.
NIKKEI CUISINE
Our dishes are inspired by Nikkei, a cuisine not much older than a century.
This new, unique style of cooking is the result of Japanese migrating from their homeland to live in Peru, and the intermingling of cultures over the years.
Nikkei cuisine is one of the freshest and most exciting cooking cultures in the world; a combination of amazing Peruvian ingredients and traditional Japanese cooking techniques. An amalgamation creating fresh, vibrant and stunningly delicious cuisine.
The á la carte menu at CLAY Bahrain features the best Japanese food in sushi, yakitori, wagyu beef, and more, as well as Peruvian favourites such as ceviche and tiraditos. Though, CLAY’s true greatness come from Nikkei cuisine, and the way two immense culinary cultures combine, each elevating the other.
The CLAY Nikkei Brunch
Every Saturday, 1 PM – 5 PM
Our highly popular CLAY Nikkei Brunch will commence on 3 May 2025, taking place every Saturday from 1 PM to 5 PM. A brunch honouring Nikkei cuisine in the best possible way, celebrating Japanese and Peruvian flavours, ingredients, and techniques in delectable harmony. This celebration of delicious food, coupled with live entertainment, music and dancers is not to be missed!
UCHU CLAY STYLE NIGIRI
Scallop | Chalaca | Nikkei | Tiger Milk | Ginger | Yellow Chilli | Black Tobiko
ASSORTED NIGIRIS CLAY STYLE
TORI LEMONGRASS SKEWER
Free-Range Chicken | Lemongrass | Coconut
LOBSTER AL CARBON
Canadian Lobster | BBQ Nikkei Sauce
THAI CEBICHE
Salmon | Lemongrass | Chilli | Mango | Coconut Crackers
The Location & Space
Discover & Explore
Find CLAY in the central location that is Adliya, Bahrain, near Block 338. Easy to reach from anywhere in Bahrain, as well as nearby locations in Saudi Arabia. The drive from Al Khobar is less than an hour, with Dammam being just over an hour.
CLAY’s stylish interior was created by combining elements from Japanese and Peruvian cultures in both food and design. It’s a welcoming space full of intricate details, encouraging the exploration and discovery of new things and new culinary experiences.
A standout feature is the hanging bead installation inspired by the Japanese calculator, soroban, or abacus. CLAY’s interior incorporates lively South American colours alongside sleek Japanese black timber, creating a distinctive contrast, adding to the restaurant’s unique atmosphere.
Main dining area
Ash Lounge
Main Dining Area
The heart of the restaurant overlooks a large open kitchen, offering you a chance to take a seta and watch our masterful chefs at work. The dining area hosts comfortable, intimate booth seating areas, as well as individual tables.
Ash Lounge
The Ash Lounge is a more casual dining area which is intimate and trendy with lower tables. Home to the Ash Bar featuring hand-painted, Japanese-inspired murals, and host to our wide array of live entertainment and DJs, the Ash Lounge is the perfect place to sit and enjoy a late-night cocktail after you’ve had one of the best dinners of your life!
Awards
FACT Dining Awards – Best Newcomer In Bahrain 2020
FACT Dining Awards – Best Fusion In Bahrain 2021
FACT Dining Awards – Best Fine Dining Restaurant GCC 2021
Restaurant & Bar Design Awards – Luxury Category Winner
FACT Dining Awards – Fusion Dining In Bahrain 2022
