ima – Japanese
This vibrant sanctuary celebrates the purity of the sea and garden, where the sharp tang of house pickles and the briny crunch of kaiso seaweed awaken the palate in a sleek, modern setting. Artfully plated hamachi crudo and spicy tuna atop sesame crisps offer a sophisticated dance of silken textures and bold heat, while cooling bowls of chilled sesame noodles provide a refreshing finish to a meal defined by elegance and precision.
4870, Cass Avenue, Detroit, MI, 48201 +13138839788 https://imanoodles.com/0Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, 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, raw-food, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at ima
Dairy-Free at ima
ima in Detroit has 15 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Pho, Hamachi Crudo and Tofu Katsu Curry. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at ima
ima in Detroit has 8 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hamachi Crudo, Spicy Tuna & Sesame Crisps and Kawahagi Trigger Fish Jerky Skewer. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at ima
ima in Detroit has 34 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Traditional Bonito Dashi Udon, Coconut Custard and Vegan Pho. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at ima
ima in Detroit has 9 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken & Scallion Tsukune Skewer, Chicken Katsu and Green Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at ima
ima in Detroit has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chili Garlic Shrimp Skewer. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at ima
ima in Detroit has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chili Garlic Shrimp Skewer, Hamachi Crudo and Kaiso Seaweed Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at ima
ima in Detroit has 13 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Pho, Robata Sampler Plate and Blistered Shishito Peppers. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at ima
ima in Detroit has 20 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Coconut Custard, Vegan Pho and Tofu Katsu Curry. 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 ima
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Spicy Seafood Kimchi Ramen | 130.7 g | 70.3 g |
| Cumin Lamb Dumplings | 2.4 g | 51.4 g |
| Teriyaki Salmon | 77.8 g | 46.1 g |
| Whiskey Steak & Fries | 100.3 g | 39.8 g |
| Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl | 49.7 g | 30.9 g |
| Garden Roll | 99.3 g | 29.5 g |
| Chilled Sesame Noodles | 0 g | 28.4 g |
| Spicy Tuna & Sesame Crisps | 36.2 g | 28.2 g |
| Shrimp & Scallion Dumplings | 69.8 g | 27.7 g |
| Tofu Katsu | 13.5 g | 27.6 g |
| Salmon Avocado | 1 g | 25 g |
| Traditional Bonito Dashi Udon | 20 g | 19.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Cold Appetizers
- House Pickles - $8: kimchi, seasonal pickles Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green Salad - $7: artisan lettuce, cucumber, radish, carrot, furikake, choice of furikake ranch or ginger sesame dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kaiso Seaweed Salad - $7: mixed sea veggies, radish, sesame Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Octo Wasabi - $8: marinated octopus, wasabi tobiko, shiso Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Miso Sesame Cucumbers - $10: miso cucumber, miso-ginger sauce, sesame, lemon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Tuna & Sesame Crisps - $15: ground Ahi tuna, radish, cucumber, sesame-crisp, lemon Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ahi Tuna Tartare - $17: chilled raw tuna, avocado, radish, yuzu ponzu, scallion, shiso, sesame-rice crisp, lemon, black sea salt Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hamachi Crudo - $17: Yellowtail, yuzu-lemon confit, jalapeno, micro cilantro, black sea salt Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chilled Sesame Noodles - $18: udon, sesame-ginger dressing, cucumber, carrot, radish, nori, micro cilantro, orange zest, lemon Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Sushi Hand Rolls
- Garden Roll - $9: Avocado, pickled carrot & asparagus, jalapeno, cilantro, shiso Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Avocado - $9: Applewood smoked salmon, avocado, cucumber, furikake kewpie, wasabi tobiko Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Karubi Steak Tartar - $9: Raw Karubi steak, yuzu kosho dressing, toasted garlic Kewpie mayo, scallion Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Tuna Hand Roll - $9: Spicy ground Ahi tuna, jalapeno, micro cilantro, scallion Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hamachi Scallion - $9: Yellowtail, cucumber, lime-yuzu kosho, scallion Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Hot Appetizers
- Edamame - $8: chilis, lemon, sesame, sea salt 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, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Thicc Fries - $13: steak-cut potatoes, crispy leeks, umami seasoning, sambal ketchup & furikake kewpie Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Bok Choy - $12: chili crisp, sake, sesame, lemon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blistered Shishito Peppers - $12: toasted cumin & chili-lime sea salt, lemon Dietary tags: High-Protein, 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, Renal, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Tofu Karaage - $15: furikake kewpie, lemon Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Chicken Karaage - $15: furikake kewpie, lemon Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Katsu - $14: panko fried lamb patty, snowy cabbage, pickled ginger, katsu sauce, lemon Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Katsu - $14: panko fried chicken breast, snowy cabbage, pickled ginger, katsu sauce, lemon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tofu Katsu - $14: panko fried tofu cutlet, snowy cabbage, pickled ginger, katsu sauce, lemon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Flash-Fried Calamari - $15: chili-lime sauce, togarashi, lemon Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sake-Steamed Clams - $16: ginger, garlic, scallion, lily blossom, sake-miso broth, lemon Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
House Dumplings
- Maitake Mushroom Dumplings - $12: pan-fried, ginger, scallion, carrot, chili-black vinegar sauce, lemon Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp & Scallion Dumplings - $12: pan-fried, ginger, scallion, chili-black vinegar sauce, lemon Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cumin Lamb Dumplings - $12: pan-fried, lamb, cumin, fresh coriander, ginger, chili-black vinegar sauce, lemon Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Robata Grill
- Asparagus & Smoked Trumpet Mushroom Skewer - $6: grilled and skewered 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
- Chili Garlic Shrimp Skewer - $6: micro cilantro Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Spam Skewer - $6: kimchi, furikake Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kalbi Steak Skewer - $6: Sweet soy-ginger glaze, scallion, sesame Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Pork Belly Skewer - $6: Japanese barbecue glaze Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken & Scallion Tsukune Skewer - $6: Japanese barbecue glaze Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kawahagi Trigger Fish Jerky Skewer - $6: furikake kewpie Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Robata Sampler Plate - $36: one of each seven skewers 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
Main Courses
- Japanese Barbecue Eggplant - $25: grilled eggplant, king trumpet mushroom steak, avocado, white kimchi, radish, Japanese BBQ glaze, steamed rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chilean Sea Bass - $26: pan-seared, miso-yuzu glaze, ume plum, snowy cabbage salad, lemon Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Teriyaki Salmon - $26: Scottish salmon, toasted sesame, ginger-teriyaki sauce, fragrant rice, baby bok-choy, charred orange, crispy basil Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Whiskey Steak & Fries - $29: Grilled Karubi steak, umami fries, shishito peppers, whisky-ginger steak sauce, crispy shallots Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Katsu Curry - $28: panko fried lamb patty, steamed rice, golden curry-veggie stew, snowy cabbage, pickled ginger, katsu sauce, lemon Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tofu Katsu Curry - $25: panko fried tofu cutlet, steamed rice, golden curry-veggie stew, snowy cabbage, pickled ginger, katsu sauce, lemon Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Katsu Curry - $26: panko fried chicken cutlet, steamed rice, golden curry-veggie stew, snowy cabbage, pickled ginger, katsu sauce, lemon Available at: dinner, lunch
Noodles
- Yuzu Miso Ramen - $19: porcini broth with shiro miso & yuzu, soft egg, scallions, wakame, crispy garlic & shallots, chili threads, lemon Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ginger Tori Ramen - $19: rich chicken broth, fresh grated ginger, soft egg, scallions, wakame, crispy garlic & shallots, chili threads Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Tonkotsu Ramen - $21: rich pork bone broth, soft egg, smoked pork belly, crispy leeks, aromatic black garlic oil Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Seafood Kimchi Ramen - $25: spicy kimchi broth, soft egg, scallop, shrimp, clams, crawfish, calamari, citrus butter, toasted chili oil Available at: dinner, lunch
- Traditional Bonito Dashi Udon - $19: light and savory dashi broth, tempura crisps, soft egg, scallions, wakame Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Porcini Forest Udon - $19: mushroom & vegetable dashi broth, smoked trumpet mushroom, scallions, wakame, crispy garlic & shallots Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Miso Butter Yaki Udon - $19: pan-fried, yuzu butter and miso sauce, market greens, shiitake, scallions, crispy shallot, chili threads, lemon & nori Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Pho - $19: vegan pho broth, rice noodles, sesame roasted tofu, market greens, sweet onions, bean sprouts, jalapeno, Thai basil & lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Rice Bowls (Donburi)
- Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl - $22: Ahi Tuna, sushi rice, avocado, cucumber, white kimchi, radish, seaweed salad, sesame, yuzu ponzu sauce, lemon Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Egg Boombap - $19: kimchi, spicy pepito sauce, scallion, wakame slaw, pickled ginger & nori Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Glazed Pork Belly Bowl - $21: kimchi, Japanese barbecue glaze, scallion, wakame slaw, pickled ginger & nori Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Warm Brownie Sundae - $11: Warm fudge brownie, matcha ice cream, salted miso caramel, lotus cookie crumble, fresh strawberries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Coconut Custard - $9: silken tofu, blueberry, lemon, mint Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Warm Blueberry Bread Pudding - $11: Brioche, orange-vanilla custard, blueberries, vanilla ice cream, candied ginger Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Mochi Ice Cream Trio - $9: Assorted flavors Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
Beverages
- G.E.T. Cocktail - $14: Gray Whale Gin, Orange Liqueur, Fevertree Elderflower Tonic, Blueberry Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free
- Toki Highball - $14: Toki Whisky, Soda, Lemon
- Sapporo Draft - $7: Crisp Japanese Lager Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Hot Genmaicha Green Tea - $5: with ginger & honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Paleo, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Detroit City Fountain Soda - $3: cane sugar soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
Frequently Asked Questions about ima
- Is ima dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. ima has 15 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Pho, Hamachi Crudo and Tofu Katsu Curry.
- What can I eat at ima on a dairy-free diet?
- Vegan Pho, Hamachi Crudo and Tofu Katsu Curry carry the dairy-free tag, out of 15 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does ima have vegan options?
- Yes. 13 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Vegan Pho and Robata Sampler Plate.
- Is ima gluten-free?
- 8 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 ima?
- Spicy Seafood Kimchi Ramen, at roughly 70.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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