Aburaya – Japanese
This vibrant sanctuary of Japanese-style soul food hums with energy, drawing diners in with the savory aroma of ginger-marinated chicken sizzling to a perfect, golden crunch. The kitchen masterfully balances tradition and playfulness, transforming gluten-free staples into artful creations like nori-wrapped burritos and succulent "Nanban" salads that burst with bold, umami-rich flavors. It is a spirited destination where the comforting warmth of a classic rice bowl meets the inventive edge of modern street food.
362 17th Street, Oakland CA 94612 https://aburayaoakland.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at Aburaya
Dairy-Free at Aburaya
Aburaya in Oakland has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Daily Fried Veggie Special, ABURAYA Tokyo Tofu and Daily Cold Veggie Special. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Aburaya
Aburaya in Oakland has 23 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Chicken Family Meal (GF), Beet Salad (GF) and Fried Chicken Sando (GF). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Aburaya
Aburaya in Oakland has 16 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Beet Salad (GF), Daily Fried Veggie Special and Fried King Oyster Mushrooms (GF). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Aburaya
Aburaya in Oakland has 10 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Daily Fried Veggie Special, ABURAYA Tokyo Tofu and Daily Cold Veggie Special. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Aburaya
Aburaya in Oakland has 17 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Beet Salad (GF), Daily Fried Veggie Special and ABURAYA Tokyo Tofu. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Aburaya
Aburaya in Oakland has 4 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including ABURAYA Tokyo Tofu, Daily Cold Veggie Special and Side of Rice (GF). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Aburaya
Aburaya in Oakland has 2 low-fat-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Side of Rice (GF) and Small Sapporo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Aburaya
Aburaya in Oakland has 13 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Beet Salad (GF), Fried Chicken Sando (GF) and Daily Fried Veggie Special. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Aburaya
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Deviled Avocado (GF) | 51.3 g | 13.7 g |
| Yuzu Jerk Chicken Bowl (GF) | 48.5 g | 12.4 g |
| Mexican Coke | 16.8 g | 11.9 g |
| Fried Chicken Sando (GF) | 13.9 g | 10.1 g |
| Sautéed Chicken Taco Rice (GF) | 10.6 g | 8.4 g |
| Fried Chicken Family Meal (GF) | 42.6 g | 5.5 g |
| Vegan Matcha Chocolate Cake | 36.1 g | 2.6 g |
| Side of Rice (GF) | 17.3 g | 1.8 g |
| Small Sapporo | 9.5 g | 0.6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Friday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Saturday
- 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Praised for its fair pricing and relaxed atmosphere, Aburaya is highlighted by guests as a dependable choice for a casual and straightforward meal. Reviewers appreciate the adequate portion sizes and consistent quality, noting that
Menu
Fried Chicken and More!
- 2 Pieces Fried Chicken (GF) - $8: Shio-koji marinated, boneless & skinless chicken thighs battered w/ potato starch and fried in soybean oil. Served with cabbage and miso ranch dressing. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- 4 Pieces Fried Chicken (GF) - $12: Shio-koji marinated, boneless & skinless chicken thighs battered w/ potato starch and fried in soybean oil. Served with cabbage and miso ranch dressing. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- 8 Pieces Fried Chicken (GF) - $21: Shio-koji marinated, boneless & skinless chicken thighs battered w/ potato starch and fried in soybean oil. Served with cabbage and miso ranch dressing. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Chicken Family Meal (GF) - $67: 20 pieces of chicken with two choices of seasoning plus cabbage, greens, rice, and miso ranch dressing. Serves at least five people. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Chicken "Nanban" Salad (GF) - $14: Fried chicken over greens with pickled veggies. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Oyako Don (GF) - $14: 3 pieces of fried chicken simmered with organic eggs and onions in dashi broth and mentsuyu. Served over rice with a side of mixed greens. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Chicken Sando (GF) - $14: Fried chicken with avocado, greens, onion, tomato, slaw, and our famous Aburaya BBQ sauce. On gluten free bread. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nori Wrapped Fried Chicken Burrito (GF) - $14: Fried chicken, avocado, tomato, onion, slaw, greens & rice with spicy Rock'n'Roll BBQ wrapped in roasted seaweed. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Tofu - HALF Order (GF) - $8: Tofu cubes battered in potato starch and fried. Served with cabbage and miso ranch dressing. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Tofu - FULL Order (GF) - $13: Tofu cubes battered in potato starch and fried. Served with cabbage and miso ranch dressing. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Cauliflower - FULL Order (GF) - $11: Fried cauliflower with choice of seasoning. Comes with miso ranch and fresh chopped cabbage. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sautéed Chicken Taco Rice (GF) - $15: Sautéed chicken with Aburaya’s taco seasoning over rice with greens, tomato, onion, guacamole, sour cream and parmesan cheese. Contains dairy. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yuzu Jerk Chicken Bowl (GF) - $15: Sautéed chicken with gluten free Yuzu Jerk Sauce over rice with tomato, onion, smashed avocado, miso ranch, carrots, and parmesan cheese. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Staff Picked Specials Of The Day
- Daily Cold Veggie Special - $4: Staff Picked Fresh Veggie Special! Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Daily Fried Veggie Special - $6: Staff Picked Daily Fried Special! Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried King Oyster Mushrooms (GF) - $5: Tossed in savory teriyaki gravy (not Vegan). Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- ABURAYA Tokyo Tofu - $6: 6 pieces of tofu topped with umami salt, garlic and Japanese leek sauce and nori. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Beet Salad (GF) - $10: Mix greens, blanched beets, tomato, onion, carrots, umami salt, miso ranch, parmesan, and sesame dressing. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Deviled Avocado (GF) - $8: 1/2 avocado stuffed with egg salad, umami salt, BBQ sauce and green onion. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Aburaya Tater Tots (GF) - $8: Loaded tater tots, BBQ and orange honey aioli sauces, bonito flakes, and nori. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Aburaya Elote!! (GF) - $7: Two pieces of fried corn topped with miso ranch, spicy shichimi, and green onions. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side of Rice (GF) - $2.5: 4 oz of steamed white rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Sweets
- Vegan Matcha Chocolate Cake - $7: Homemade rich chocolate cake with matcha frosting. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Matcha Flan (GF) - $6: Homemade creamy and sweet matcha flan. Contains dairy and eggs. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Red Bean Daifuku Mochi (GF) - $3: Sweet red bean paste wrapped in mochi. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
Beverages
- Mexican Coke - $2
- Kimino Yuzu Sparkling Juice - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Boss Can Black Coffee - $4: Flashbrew canned black coffee. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Small Sapporo - $4: Beer Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- One Cup Ozeki Sake - $5: ABV 14% Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Aburaya
- Is Aburaya dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Aburaya has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Daily Fried Veggie Special, ABURAYA Tokyo Tofu and Daily Cold Veggie Special.
- What can I eat at Aburaya on a dairy-free diet?
- Daily Fried Veggie Special, ABURAYA Tokyo Tofu and Daily Cold Veggie Special carry the dairy-free tag, out of 7 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Aburaya have vegan options?
- Yes. 10 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Daily Fried Veggie Special and ABURAYA Tokyo Tofu.
- Is Aburaya gluten-free?
- 23 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Aburaya?
- Deviled Avocado (GF), at roughly 13.7g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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