Ayu Sushi & Noodles – Japanese
Ayu Sushi & Noodles invites diners into a whimsical culinary sanctuary where the artistry of the sushi bar meets the soul-warming comfort of steaming noodle bowls. Each plate tells a story of passion and precision, from the heart-fluttering textures of the Doki Doki roll to the dreamlike elegance of the Yume, all served in an atmosphere that feels both intimate and vibrantly alive.
5965, Village Way, 92130 +18583569519 https://ayusushiandnoodles.com0Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Ayu Sushi & Noodles
Dairy-Free at Ayu Sushi & Noodles
Ayu Sushi & Noodles in San Diego has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including SNOWBALL ROLL, VEGGIE ROLL and Shishito Peppers. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Ayu Sushi & Noodles
Ayu Sushi & Noodles in San Diego has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shishito Peppers and Fresh Wasabi. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Ayu Sushi & Noodles
Ayu Sushi & Noodles in San Diego has 52 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including CATERPILLAR ROLL, SNOWBALL ROLL and DRAGON ROLL. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Ayu Sushi & Noodles
Ayu Sushi & Noodles in San Diego has 6 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Katsu, SCALLOP CUT ROLL and Carpaccio. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Ayu Sushi & Noodles
Ayu Sushi & Noodles in San Diego has 4 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shishito Peppers, Evian Still and Hot Green Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Ayu Sushi & Noodles
Ayu Sushi & Noodles in San Diego has 7 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shishito Peppers, Sapporo Bottled (20 oz) and Sapporo Draft. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Ayu Sushi & Noodles
Ayu Sushi & Noodles in San Diego has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Fresh Wasabi. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Ayu Sushi & Noodles
Ayu Sushi & Noodles in San Diego has 14 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including SNOWBALL ROLL, VEGGIE ROLL and Brown Rice. 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 Ayu Sushi & Noodles
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| RAINBOW ROLL | 1.8 g | 75.9 g |
| CRUNCHY ROLL | 31.4 g | 69.2 g |
| Carpaccio | 1.7 g | 58 g |
| Yakisoba | 63 g | 55.7 g |
| Miso Ramen | 52.7 g | 37.2 g |
| SACHI ROLL | 69.2 g | 36.8 g |
| SUKI DESU ROLL | 134.2 g | 35 g |
| Tonkotsu Ramen | 59.5 g | 34.5 g |
| Tokyo Raba | 59.3 g | 33.6 g |
| PHILADELPHIA ROLL | 6 g | 30.9 g |
| YUME ROLL | 37.9 g | 29.6 g |
| BAKED SALMON ROLL | 88 g | 29.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Sunday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 9:30 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Menu
Signature Rolls
Ayu's special rolls garnished with sesame seeds, wasabi and ginger
- AKARAMU ROLL: Seared Tuna, avocado, tomato, spicy krab, jalapeno, spicy cilantro sauce, spicy ponzu, tobiko Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- ANATA ROLL: Albacore, avocado, krab mix, shrimp tempura, green onion, ponzu, masago Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- BAKED SALMON ROLL: Baked salmon, avocado, krab mix, spicy mayo, eel sauce, green onion, masago Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- DOKI DOKI ROLL: Spicy tuna, shrimp tempura, krab mix, cucumber, tempura flakes, eel sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- HATSUKOI ROLL: Spicy tuna, cilantro, cucumber, yellowtail, avocado, sliced lemon, jalapeno, ponzu, sweet chili Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- HOSHII ROLL: Yellowtail, avocado, fried shishito, spicy krab, spicy cilantro sauce, masago, ponzu Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- LOLLIPOP ROLL: Assorted sashimi, avocado, cucumber wrap (no rice) Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- SACHI ROLL: Assorted sashimi, spicy krab, shrimp tempura, spicy tuna, jalapeno, cilantro, ceviche sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- SUKI DESU ROLL: Salmon, sliced lemon, krab mix, cucumber, cilantro, ponzu Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- YUME ROLL: Yellowtail, fried green onion, avocado, lemon zest, olive oil, ponzu, masago Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Classic Rolls
Basic cut rolls garnished with sesame seeds, wasabi and ginger
- CALIFORNIA ROLL: Imitation crab, avocado, cucumber Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- CATERPILLAR ROLL Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- CRUNCHY ROLL Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- DRAGON ROLL Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- EEL & AVOCADO ROLL Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- KRAB MIX CUT ROLL: Krab mix, avocado, cucumber Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- PHILADELPHIA ROLL Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- RAINBOW ROLL Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- SALMON SKIN ROLL Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- SCALLOP CUT ROLL Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- SHRIMP TEMPURA ROLL Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- SNOWBALL ROLL Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- SPICY SALMON ROLL Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- SPICY TUNA ROLL: Spicy tuna, cucumber Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- SPIDER ROLL Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- VEGGIE ROLL Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers
- Edamame: Steamed or sautéed soybeans. Choice of Sea Salt, Truffle Salt, Garlic, or Spicy Garlic Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gyoza: Pan fried dumplings served with gyoza sauce. Choice of Veggie or Pork Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tempura: Choice of Veggie, Shrimp, or Mix Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Agedashi Tofu: Fried tofu topped with bonito flakes and scallion. Served with tempura sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shishito Peppers: Blistered peppers with togarashi. Served with garlic aioli Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rock Shrimp: Fried shrimp tossed with togarashi, spicy mayo, and sweet chili sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari: Breaded calamari tentacles. Served with sweet chili sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Karaage: Fried chicken. Served with sweet chili sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soft Shell Crab Appetizer: Fried soft shell crab. Served with ponzu sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bulgogi Pancake: Marinated beef in scallion pancake. Served with spicy avocado cilantro sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bulgogi Fries: Crispy french fries topped with marinated beef, garlic aioli, and spicy avocado cilantro sauce Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Galbi Appetizer: Marinated Korean BBQ short ribs Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chashu Buns: Pork belly, garlic, and scallion in soft steamed buns Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Kama: Grilled salmon collar. Served with ponzu sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hamachi Kama: Grilled yellowtail collar. Served with ponzu sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Chicken Teriyaki: White meat grilled chicken. Served with rice and house salad Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Teriyaki: Sushi grade grilled salmon. Served with rice and house salad Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Rice: Includes scrambled egg and veggies. Option to add tofu, chicken, beef, or seafood Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Katsu: Served with rice and house salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bulgogi: Korean style marinated ribeye. Served with rice and house salad Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Galbi: Korean style BBQ short ribs. Served with rice and house salad Available at: dinner, lunch
Noodles
- Tempura Udon: thick noodles, fish broth, fish cake, seaweed, scallion, 2pcs of shrimp tempura Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nabeyaki Udon: thick noodles, fish broth, chicken, poached egg, seaweed, scallion Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Seafood Udon: Thick noodles in spicy chicken broth with shrimp, scallop, squid, mussel, and veggies Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yakisoba: Thin stir fried noodles with veggies. Option to add tofu, chicken, beef, or seafood Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shoyu Ramen: Vegetable and soy sauce broth with egg, wood ear mushroom, baby bok choy, corn, and scallion. Choice of chashu or chicken Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Miso Ramen: Pork and miso broth with egg, wood ear mushroom, baby bok choy, corn, and scallion. Choice of chashu or chicken Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tonkotsu Ramen: Creamy pork broth with egg, wood ear mushroom, baby bok choy, corn, and scallion. Choice of chashu or chicken Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Ramen: Creamy vegetable broth with wood ear mushroom and assorted veggies Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Miso Soup Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steamed Rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brown Rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sushi Rice Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fresh Wasabi Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
Signature Dishes
- Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice: Tobiko, scalion, spicy mayo, eel sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chirashi Bowl: Chef select sashimi on a bed of sushi rice Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yellowtail Jalapeno - $21: cilantro, garlic puree, yuzu soy sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ayu Style Sashimi - $23: lightly seared salmon, cherry tomato, garlic puree, ginger, chives, sesame seed/oil, yuzu soy sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carpaccio: Choice of Halibut, Scallop or Octopus. cilantro, chili, soy salt, yuzu sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bluefin Tuna Crudo - $35: spinach crisp, wasabi salsa, truffle oil, ponzu Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Sapporo Draft Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Asahi Draft
- Kirin Draft
- Stone Buenaveza Lager Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Jiant original hard kombucha Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Modern times dungeon map IPA Dietary tags: Lectin-Free
- Modern times black horse coffee stout nitro Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Modern earth Cali Creamin Nitro Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Sapporo Bottled (20 oz) Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Cholesterol
- Kirin Bottled (20 oz)
- Asahi Bottled (20 oz)
- Ayu Old Fashioned: suntory toki whisky, chocolate bitters, demerara Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Kyuka: vodka, lemon, elderflower, honey, cucumber Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
- Puckerface: merzal, yuzu, togarashi Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Tokyo Raba: london dry gin, spiced pear, ginger, lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Matcha Mojito Mocktail Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Coke
- Hot Green Tea Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Evian Still Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- San Pellegrino Sparkling Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Ayu Sushi & Noodles
- Is Ayu Sushi & Noodles dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Ayu Sushi & Noodles has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including SNOWBALL ROLL, VEGGIE ROLL and Shishito Peppers.
- What can I eat at Ayu Sushi & Noodles on a dairy-free diet?
- SNOWBALL ROLL, VEGGIE ROLL and Shishito Peppers 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 Ayu Sushi & Noodles have vegan options?
- Yes. 14 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including SNOWBALL ROLL and VEGGIE ROLL.
- Is Ayu Sushi & Noodles gluten-free?
- 2 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 Ayu Sushi & Noodles?
- RAINBOW ROLL, at roughly 75.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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