Hayaku Japanese Hibachi – Japanese
At Hayaku Japanese Hibachi, the air crackles with the rhythmic dance of stainless steel spatulas and the intoxicating aroma of garlic-infused butter hitting the searing grill. Guests are drawn into a theatrical culinary performance where leaping flames and precision knife work turn prime cuts and vibrant vegetables into smoky, umami-rich delights right before their eyes. This high-energy sanctuary brings together the thrill of the show with the soul-warming comfort of traditional Japanese flavors, creating a communal dining experience that is as much about the spectacle as it is the feast.
41, North Avenue East, Cranford, NJ, 07016 +1-908-312-9089 https://www.hayakucranford.comRating: 4.6/5 (88 reviews)
Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, keto, kosher, halal, pescatarian, diabetic, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, sugar-free, mediterranean, whole30, paleo, low-sodium, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, weight-watchers, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, raw-food, zone, renal, low-fodmap, carnivore, aip, mayo-clinic, macrobiotic, slow-carb, candida, fasting-mimicking, pegan, lectin-free, sirtfood
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Saturday
- 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners enthusiastically celebrate Hayaku Japanese Hibachi as a top-tier comfort food spot, raving about the flavorful, fresh hibachi dinners. Reviewers highlight standout dishes like the chicken and salmon combo, high-quality steak without gristle, and tasty sides like lo mein and soup. Guests consistently praise the exceptional, friendly service, noting staff who go above and beyond, such as bringing orders to cars for parents. The atmosphere is described as a clean, no-frills "quick-bite eatery" that focuses on delivering delicious, high-quality food without the theatrics.
Menu
Appetizers
- A1. EDAMAME - $5.5: Steamed soybeans in the pod, sprinkled with sea salt. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Candida
- A2. CRAB RANGOON - $8: Crispy wontons filled with crab and cream cheese, served with a sweet chili sauce. Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- A3. GYOZA (PORK DUMPLING) - $8: Pan-seared dumplings Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- A4. SPRING ROLL - $6: Pastry filled with vegetables. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- A5. SHUMAI - $6: Steamed dumplings Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free
- A6. SHRIMP TEMPURA - $8.5: Crispy fried shrimp in a light batter, served with a side of tangy dipping sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- A7. CLEAR SOUP - $3 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- A8. MISO SOUP - $3.5: Traditional soup made with miso paste, featuring a rich and comforting broth. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, TLC, Macrobiotic
Chicken Wings
- 4 pc Chicken Wing - $8.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- 7 pc Chicken Wing - $14 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- 11 pc Chicken Wing - $17.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, AIP, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Chicken Wing Combo - $17.5: 7pcs, 1 side, and a Can Soda. Crispy fried chicken wings. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Candida, Lectin-Free
Bowl Entree
- Chicken Katsu Bowl - $13.5: Served with scallions and our secret sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, AIP, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Chicken Teriyaki Bowl - $13.5: Served with Vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Beef Teriyaki Bowl - $15: Served with Vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Shrimp Teriyaki Bowl - $15: Served with Vegetables Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Kosher, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Salmon Teriyaki Bowl - $15: Served with Vegetables Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Kosher, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
Fried Rice
- F1. CHICKEN FRIED RICE - $13: Does not include vegetables Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Kosher, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Lectin-Free
- F2. STEAK FRIED RICE - $15: Does not include vegetables Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Kosher, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- F3. SHRIMP FRIED RICE - $14: Does not include vegetables Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Kosher, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- F4. HAYAKU FRIED RICE - $25: STEAK, SHRIMP, CHICKEN (Does not include vegetables) Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Candida, Lectin-Free
Hibachi Dinner
- D1. VEGETABLE (Dinner) - $15: Served with Clear Soup and one Hayaku Sauce.
- D2. CHICKEN (Dinner) - $18: Served with Vegetables, Clear Soup, and one Hayaku Sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- D3. SHRIMP (Dinner) - $22: Served with Vegetables, Clear Soup, and one Hayaku Sauce. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol
- D4. STEAK ( 8 oz ) (Dinner) - $24: Served with Vegetables, Clear Soup, and one Hayaku Sauce. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol
- D6. SALMON (Dinner) - $24: Served with Vegetables, Clear Soup, and one Hayaku Sauce.
- D7. SCALLOP (Dinner) - $25: Served with Vegetables, Clear Soup, and one Hayaku Sauce.
Hibachi Combination
- C1. STEAK & CHICKEN - $23: Served with Vegetables, Clear Soup, and one Hayaku Sauce.
- C2. STEAK & SHRIMP - $25: Served with Vegetables, Clear Soup, and one Hayaku Sauce.
- C3. STEAK & SALMON - $25: Served with Vegetables, Clear Soup, and one Hayaku Sauce.
- C4. STEAK & SCALLOP - $26: Served with Vegetables, Clear Soup, and one Hayaku Sauce.
- C5. CHICKEN & SHRIMP - $23: Served with Vegetables, Clear Soup, and one Hayaku Sauce.
- C6. CHICKEN & SALMON - $23: Served with Vegetables, Clear Soup, and one Hayaku Sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- C7. CHICKEN & SCALLOP - $25: Served with Vegetables, Clear Soup, and one Hayaku Sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- C8. SHRIMP & SCALLOP - $26: Served with Vegetables, Clear Soup, and one Hayaku Sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- C11. HAYAKU TRIO - $28.5: STEAK, CHICKEN, SHRIMP. Served with Vegetables, Clear Soup, and one Hayaku Sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- C12. HAYAKU SEAFOOD DELUXE - $33: SHRIMP, SCALLOP, LOBSTER. Served with Vegetables, Clear Soup, and one Hayaku Sauce.
Side Order
- WHITE RICE (Side) - $3: Steamed to perfection.
- FRIED RICE (Side) - $5.5: Crispy fried rice mixed with scrambled eggs and vegetables.
- NOODLE (Side) - $5.5
- CHICKEN (Side) - $8.25
- SHRIMP (Side) - $10
- STEAK (Side) - $11
- SALMON (Side) - $10
- LOBSTER ( 1pc ) (Side) - $16.5
Add On
- BROCOLLI - $2.25
- CARROT - $2.25
- MUSHROOM - $2.25
- ONION - $2.25
- ZUCHINNI - $2.25
- FRIED EGG - $2.25
- NOODLE - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
Sauces
- HAYAKU SAUCE 1.5 oz - $1.5
- GINGER SAUCE 1.5 oz - $1.5
- TERIYAKI SAUCE 1.5 oz - $1.5
Drinks
- BOTTLE WATER - $1.5
- CAN SODA - $1.5
- BRISK ICE TEA - $1.5
- OCHA GREEN TEA - $3.5
- JAPANESE SODA - $4
- PURE LEAF SWEET TEA - $3.5
- THAI ICED TEA - $5
Frequently Asked Questions about Hayaku Japanese Hibachi
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Hayaku Japanese Hibachi maintains an overall rating of 4.6/5, with guests consistently praising the flavorful hibachi and exceptional service.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Diners describe the atmosphere as a clean, no-frills "quick-bite eater," while the description highlights a high-energy theatrical culinary performance.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking budget-friendly comfort food, theatrical hibachi performances, and quick-bite meals in a family-friendly, no-frills environment would enjoy this restaurant.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- Hayaku offers vegan spring rolls, keto and gluten-free hibachi meats, and zucchini that accommodates over 40 dietary tags for groups.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided information for Hayaku Japanese Hibachi does not specify the exact number of reviews the restaurant has received.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- This restaurant features theatrical hibachi performances with leaping flames and precision knife work, plus exceptional service like bringing orders to cars.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This casual, budget-friendly ($) restaurant is described as a clean, no-frills "quick-bite eater" that serves top-tier Japanese comfort food.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- This budget-friendly ($) 4.6/5 rated restaurant offers theatrical hibachi performances, friendly service, and a clean, no-frills quick-bite dining atmosphere.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Chicken, salmon, steak, shrimp, and zucchini sides accommodate multiple diets including keto, gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo, and whole30.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- Hayaku Japanese Hibachi supports keto, vegan, gluten-free, paleo, and dairy-free diets with dishes like zucchini, salmon, steak, and chicken.
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