BORUBORU – Japanese
Tucked into Varsity Plaza on West Tennessee Street, BoruBoru builds Japanese-influenced meals to order: choose a rice bowl, salad bowl or sushi burrito, then load it. Signature combinations such as The Muscle Man stack salmon, spicy tuna, BoruBoru chicken, avocado, cucumber, pickled jalapeno, scallion and spicy mayo. Ramen, curry, takoyaki and gyoza round out the counter, with boba to finish, and vegetarian builds get the same attention as the fish. The room is bright and unfussy, with outdoor seating and a steady student crowd. Open through lunch and again late into the evening, seven days. Order exactly what you want.
1861 W TENNESSEE ST, TALLAHASSEE, FL, 32304 850-270-9253 https://boruboru.com/tallahassee/0Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at BORUBORU
Dairy-Free at BORUBORU
BORUBORU in Tallahassee has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ginger Salad, Edamame and Dofu (Tofu) House Bowl. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at BORUBORU
BORUBORU in Tallahassee has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ginger Salad and Sweet Fried Yam Disks. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at BORUBORU
BORUBORU in Tallahassee has 18 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ginger Salad, Edamame and The OC. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at BORUBORU
BORUBORU in Tallahassee has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Bottle Drink. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at BORUBORU
BORUBORU in Tallahassee has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ginger Salad, Edamame and Dofu (Tofu) House Bowl. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at BORUBORU
BORUBORU in Tallahassee has 6 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ginger Salad, Edamame and Seaweed Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at BORUBORU
BORUBORU in Tallahassee has 3 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ginger Salad, Edamame and Miso Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at BORUBORU
BORUBORU in Tallahassee has 3 low-fat-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ginger Salad, Veggie Ramen and Miso Soup. 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 BORUBORU
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Tonkotsu Ramen | 59.5 g | 34.5 g |
| Ginger Salad | 50.4 g | 22.7 g |
| The Caveman | 41.8 g | 20.3 g |
| Edamame | 2.8 g | 8.9 g |
| Fountain Drink | 12 g | 3.2 g |
| Bottle Drink | 10.4 g | 1.9 g |
| Miso Soup | 3.5 g | 0.7 g |
| Hot Tea | 6.8 g | 0.7 g |
| Boba Tea | 14.5 g | 0.1 g |
| Veggie Ramen | 5.6 g | 0 g |
| Seaweed Salad | 0 g | 0 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Menu
Signature Sushi Burritos & Bowls
- The OC - $13: Tempura shrimp, California krab, shredded cabbage, avocado, crispy onion, pickled jalapeño, spicy mayo, eel sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Caveman - $15: Fried salmon skin, spicy tuna, BoruBoru chicken, mixed greens, pickled jalapeno, seasoned edamame, daikon, crispy fried onion, ginger dressing, tangy dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Paleo - $14: Salmon, light on rice, spinach, toasted coconut flakes, almonds, avocado, jalapeno & garlic dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Muscle Man - $14: Salmon, spicy tuna, BoruBoru chicken, avocado, cucumber, pickled jalapeno, pickled red onion, scallion, spicy mayo, poke dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shoyu Style Poke - $12: Cucumber, avocado, pickled red onion, crispy fried onion, pickled jalapeno, scallion, edamame beans, poke dressing, sesame oil. Choice of Salmon or Tuna Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- BoruBoru Style Poke - $13: Masago, toasted almonds, nori, avocado, pickled red onion, scallion, pickled jalapeno, crispy fried onion, cucumber, edamame beans, creamy style dressing. Choice of Salmon or Tuna Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Salmon Skin House Bowl - $10: Spinach, toasted coconut, pickled jalapeno, scallion, spicy mayo, poke dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon House Bowl - $11: Avocado, roasted mushroom, crispy fried onion, asparagus, poke dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Tuna House Bowl - $11: Jicama, avocado, mango, crispy fried onion, spicy mayo Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- California Krab House Bowl - $11: Fresh cucumber, avocado, kale, shredded cabbage, poke dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Eel House Bowl - $12: Daikon radish, scallion, avocado, fresh cucumber, eel sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dofu (Tofu) House Bowl - $10.5: Five spice style tofu, roasted mushroom, avocado, spinach, crispy fried onion, asparagus, kale, garlic dressing, jalapeño dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- BoruBoru Chicken House Bowl - $11: Shredded cabbage, asparagus, roasted mushroom, fried onion, spicy miso, jalapeño dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sirloin Steak House Bowl - $12: Spinach, scallions, shredded cabbage, crispy fried onion, poke dressing, jalapeño dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Belly House Bowl - $11: Sweet corn, cucumber, daikon, cilantro, cabbage, yaki sauce, garlic dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
Ramen
- Spicy Pork Ramen - $12: Miso broth, spicy pork, bamboo shoots, bean sprouts, green onion, corn, soy egg Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mazemen Ramen (Brothless) - $12: Spicy pork, bamboo shoots, cucumber, green onion, corn, soy egg Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tonkotsu Ramen - $12: Pork broth, pork belly, bamboo shoots, bean sprouts, green onion, corn, soy egg Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Ramen - $12: Veggie broth, tofu, bamboo shoots, bean sprouts, green onion, cilantro, wakame, corn, soy egg Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Fried Chicken Ramen - $14: Fried chicken, pork belly, duo broth, bamboo shoots, bean sprouts, green onion, corn, soy egg Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Miso Soup - $3 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
- Ginger Salad - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Edamame - $3 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
- Seaweed Salad - $3 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Fried Yam Disks - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Takoyaki (3pcs) - $3 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Fountain Drink - $2
- Hot Tea - $2
- Bottle Drink - $2 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, South-Beach, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Blue Donkey Iced Coffee - $3.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Boba Tea - $4.5: Seasonal flavors
Frequently Asked Questions about BORUBORU
- Is BORUBORU dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. BORUBORU has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ginger Salad, Edamame and Dofu (Tofu) House Bowl.
- What can I eat at BORUBORU on a dairy-free diet?
- Ginger Salad, Edamame and Dofu (Tofu) House Bowl carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does BORUBORU have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Ginger Salad and Edamame.
- Is BORUBORU 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 BORUBORU?
- Tonkotsu Ramen, at roughly 34.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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