Cassava – American
This sun-drenched sanctuary reimagines Japanese comfort through artfully assembled bento boxes and the pillowy softness of artisanal milk bread sandwiches. Savory aromas of rich Hayashi rice and seared duck confit mingle with the vibrant sweetness of layered strawberry matcha lattes, offering a serene escape where traditional techniques meet fresh, market-driven inspiration.
3521 Balboa Street, San Francisco, California 94121 http://www.cassavasf.com/#home-heroRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: low-carb, vegetarian, dairy-free, vegan, gluten-free, keto, nut-free, high-protein, pescatarian, diabetic, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, mediterranean, whole30, paleo, sugar-free, anti-inflammatory, south-beach, weight-watchers, clean-eating, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, atkins, raw-food, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, pegan, candida, macrobiotic
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests rave about the incredible sandwiches and the welcoming feel of the space, noting it as a perfect spot for a meal with friends. Celebrated for its friendly and attentive service staff who check in regularly, the experience is frequently praised for its warm hospitality and high-quality menu items that leave diners eager to return.
Menu
- Poached Salmon Bento - $25: Poached salmon, rice, vegetables, and soup Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Duck Confit Bento - $25: Duck confit, rice, vegetables, and soup Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Hayashi Rice - $18: Japanese beef stew style dish, vegan and gluten-free Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Teriyaki Tofu and Chickpea Rice Bowl - $16: Teriyaki tofu, chickpeas, rice, vegan and gluten-free Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
- Po-Tama Onigirazu - $12: Rice sandwich with various fillings
- Japanese Milk Bread Sandwich - $15: Assorted fillings on Japanese milk bread
- Sesame Chopped Salad - $14: Fresh greens with sesame dressing, can be made vegan Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Market Greens - $13: Seasonal local greens, can be made vegan Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Cream of Mushroom Soup - $9: Vegan and gluten-free mushroom soup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics
- Strawberry Matcha Latte - $7.5: Ceremonial-grade matcha, house-made organic strawberry jam
- Holiday Spiced Latte - $6.5: Ritual espresso, house-made spice blend
- Brown Sugar Vanilla Latte - $6.5: Ritual espresso, house-made brown sugar vanilla syrup
- Ceremonial Matcha - $6: Marukyu Koyamaen Uji matcha
- Cappuccino - $5: Ritual espresso and steamed milk
- Cortado - $4.5: Ritual espresso and equal part steamed milk