Izakaya Ginji – Japanese
This bustling neighborhood haunt captures the spirited essence of a traditional Japanese pub, where warm lighting and the hum of lively conversation set the stage for a night of communal grazing. The kitchen turns out a playful parade of bold small plates, ranging from the refreshing, nutty crunch of sesame-dressed spinach to the savory indulgence of silken chicken liver paté and golden, kimchi-infused takoyaki.
301, East 4th Avenue +16503481110 https://izakayaginji.com/0Cuisine: 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 Izakaya Ginji
Dairy-Free at Izakaya Ginji
Izakaya Ginji in San Mateo has 14 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Nori-shio French Fries, Renkon Chips and Tontoro Shio Yaki. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Izakaya Ginji
Izakaya Ginji in San Mateo has 12 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tori Kara Age, Soft Shell Crab with House Tartar Sauce and Tontoro Shio Yaki. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Izakaya Ginji
Izakaya Ginji in San Mateo has 26 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Nori-shio French Fries, Takoyaki and Renkon Chips. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Izakaya Ginji
Izakaya Ginji in San Mateo has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Takoyaki, Tontoro Shio Yaki and Chicken Meatball. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Izakaya Ginji
Izakaya Ginji in San Mateo has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tontoro Shio Yaki, Sake Steamed Mussel and Seaweed Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Izakaya Ginji
Izakaya Ginji in San Mateo has 4 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tori Kara Age, Tontoro Shio Yaki and Sake Steamed Mussel. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Izakaya Ginji
Izakaya Ginji in San Mateo has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Tontoro Shio Yaki. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Izakaya Ginji
Izakaya Ginji in San Mateo has 7 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Nori-shio French Fries, Renkon Chips and White 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 Izakaya Ginji
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Takoyaki | 24.9 g | 76.6 g |
| Chicken Liver Paté with Crackers | 41.1 g | 75 g |
| Ginji Salad | 77.6 g | 59.7 g |
| Kimchi Takoyaki | 70.2 g | 47.2 g |
| Ginji Bento | 113.6 g | 32.9 g |
| Soft Shell Crab with House Tartar Sauce | 30.8 g | 28.8 g |
| Ginji Chicken Ramen | 2.6 g | 27.3 g |
| Edamame Cheese Sticks | 12 g | 22.1 g |
| Ebi Chili Mayo | 27.5 g | 15.5 g |
| Chicken Meatball | 0.8 g | 14 g |
| Tontoro Shio Yaki | 2 g | 12.2 g |
| Sake Steamed Mussel | 3.8 g | 12.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Nibblers
- Edamame - $5.8: Steamed soybeans 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 - $5.8: Light yet flavorful seaweed salad Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hiyayakko - $6: Chilled tofu, ginger, scallion, bonito flakes Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Takowasa - $7: Fresh octopus bits, wasabi Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Liver Paté with Crackers - $6 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kimchi Hiyayakko - $6.5: Chilled tofu, kimchi, sesame oil Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nori-shio French Fries - $7: Seaweed-salt flavored french fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach Goma Ae with Sesame - $6.8 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
- Edamame Cheese Sticks - $6.8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kimchi Takoyaki - $9 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Takoyaki - $8: Deep fried savory pancake snack filled with diced octopus Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Renkon Chips - $8: Lotus chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sake Steamed Mussel - $12 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Tongue Tofu - $18 Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Ginji Salad - $16: Mixed greens, poached chicken, fresh tomato, pumpkin seeds, nori, house sesame dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potato Salad - $5.8: Mashed potato, cucumber, corn, aonori, mayo (3 servings) Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mizuna Daikon Salad - $13: Japanese mustard greens, radish, sesame, ume-shiso dressing, bonito flakes Available at: dinner, lunch
Yakitori & Grill
- Hokkaido A5 Wagyu - $18: Certified marbled A5 from Hokkaido Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Scallion - $9.5: Chicken thigh topped with scallion citrus ponzu sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wagyu Rib Finger - $13: Juicy between-the-bone wagyu Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Liver - $9.5 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Organic Shiitake Mushroom - $8 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
- Chicken Meatball - $9.8: House-seasoned meatball Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon Scallop - $13: Japanese scallop wrapped in bacon Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tofu Okonomiyaki - $9.5 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tontoro Shio Yaki - $13: Grilled pork cheek with salt Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ika Maru Yaki - $26: Grilled whole Surume squid from Japan with sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Deep Fry & Tempura
- Age Dashi Tofu - $8: Deep fried tofu topped with ginger with dashi broth Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buta Bara Miso Glaze - $15: Deep fried slow cooked berkshire pork with sweet miso marinade Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ebi Chili Mayo - $15: White tiger shrimp with sweet chili sauce, mayo and dried aonori Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tori Kara Age - $9.8: Deep fried marinated chicken Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ebi Tempura - $12: Shrimp tempura (4 pieces) Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soft Shell Crab with House Tartar Sauce - $17 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sushi Rolls & Sashimi
- Ginji Lion King Roll - $20: Seared salmon, jalapeno, spicy cheese mayo on CA roll Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spider Crab Roll - $19: Deep fried soft shell crab, avocado, crab & kanikama blend Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Sashimi - $15: 5 sashimi pieces Dietary tags: 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 Yellowtail Carpaccio - $17 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Beef Tongue Curry Rice - $17: Japanese homestyle curry Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mentaiko Carbonara - $19: Cod roe, cream, egg yolk, diced onion, scallion, nori Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ginji Bento - $20: Salmon teriyaki, chicken cutlet, CA roll, shrimp mini shumai, seaweed salad, rice, potato salad Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ginji Chicken Ramen - $20: Chicken & vegetable broth, tonkotsu pork base, pork chashu, bok choy, scallion, boiled egg Available at: dinner, lunch
- Unagi Don - $27: Grilled eel over rice bowl Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Mango Pudding - $9.5: Contains dairy Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Houji Tea Panna Cotta - $9.5: Contains dairy Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Matcha Mini Cheese Cake - $5: Contains dairy Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Sides
- Miso Soup - $2 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
- White Rice - $2.5 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
Frequently Asked Questions about Izakaya Ginji
- Is Izakaya Ginji dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Izakaya Ginji has 14 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Nori-shio French Fries, Renkon Chips and Tontoro Shio Yaki.
- What can I eat at Izakaya Ginji on a dairy-free diet?
- Nori-shio French Fries, Renkon Chips and Tontoro Shio Yaki carry the dairy-free tag, out of 14 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Izakaya Ginji have vegan options?
- Yes. 7 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Nori-shio French Fries and Renkon Chips.
- Is Izakaya Ginji gluten-free?
- 12 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 Izakaya Ginji?
- Takoyaki, at roughly 76.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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