Kaiju – Japanese
Kaiju pulses with a bold, playful energy where the smoky soul of American barbecue meets the refined comfort of Japanese street food. The air carries the enticing aroma of charred brisket and simmering dashi, inviting guests to dive into bowls of rich, smoke-infused ramen and plates of crispy, savory takoyaki. It is a vibrant culinary playground where traditional techniques are reimagined through a lens of smoke and fire, creating an experience that is both comforting and exhilarating.
30, Boltwood Walk +14134610405 http://kaiju-amherst.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
What to order at Kaiju
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Takoyaki | 24.9 g | 76.6 g |
| Super Bowl Bento | 19.4 g | 43.2 g |
| Shrimp Shio Ramen Kit | 68.7 g | 38.9 g |
| Smoked Brisket Ramen Kit | 23.8 g | 34.5 g |
| Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl | 49.7 g | 30.9 g |
| Udon Mazemen | 1.7 g | 24.3 g |
| Tonkotsu Ramen Kit | 24.6 g | 20.9 g |
| Mac n Cheese | 50.5 g | 18 g |
| Smoked Mushroom Udon Kit | 35.6 g | 15.5 g |
| Vegetable Rice Bowl | 52.7 g | 9.3 g |
| Edamame | 2.8 g | 8.9 g |
| Soft Shell Crab Rice Bowl | 83.2 g | 7.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Takoyaki - $12: Octopus fritters Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burnt Ends Appetizer - $14: Smoked beef burnt ends Dietary tags: 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
- Smoked Wings - $13: Smoked chicken wings Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Edamame - $6: 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
Ramen and Noodles
- Tonkotsu Ramen Kit - $18: Pork bone broth, Sun Noodles, traditional toppings Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Brisket Ramen Kit - $20: Smoked brisket, Sun Noodles, savory broth Available at: dinner, lunch
- Udon Mazemen - $17: Fresh udon noodles, onsen eggs, Szechuan sausage, bok choy, chili crunch, nori, carrot, black garlic oil Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Mushroom Udon Kit - $16: Smoked mushrooms, udon noodles, broth Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Shio Ramen Kit - $19: Shrimp, salt-based broth, noodles Available at: dinner, lunch
- King Ghidorah BBQ Udon Kit - $22: BBQ meats, udon noodles, signature sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Rice Bowls
- Katsudon - $16: Deep fried pork cutlet, mirin/shiitake omelette, shredded cabbage, chili crunch, scallions Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ-Don - $15: BBQ beef rice bowl Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl - $18: Fresh ahi tuna, rice, seasonal vegetables Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soft Shell Crab Rice Bowl - $21: Fried soft shell crab, rice, toppings Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Rice Bowl - $14: Assorted seasonal vegetables, rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bi Bim Skillet - $17: Korean-style mixed rice with vegetables and meat Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Pan-Seared Scallops & Shrimp - $24: Scallops, shrimp, sticky rice, pickled shiitake, Szechuan sausage, garlic aioli, chili crunch Available at: dinner, lunch
- Super Bowl Bento - $28: Smoked wings, BBQ ribs, mac n cheese, potato salad, collard greens Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Ribs - $22: Smoked spare ribs with house BBQ sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Mac n Cheese - $6: Creamy cheese sauce and pasta Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potato Salad - $5: Housemade potato salad Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Collard Greens - $5: Slow-cooked greens Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yuzu Honey Cornbread - $4: Cornbread with yuzu and honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Brownie with Chili Oil & Miso Caramel - $8: Chocolate brownie, chili oil, miso caramel sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Japanese Sweets - $7: Assorted traditional Japanese treats Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Beverages
- Sake - $12: Japanese rice wine
- Craft Cocktails - $14: Assorted seasonal cocktails
Frequently Asked Questions about Kaiju
- What is the highest-protein dish at Kaiju?
- Takoyaki, at roughly 76.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
Restaurants near Kaiju
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- Uya Poke Bowl — Japanese
- Goten of Japan — Japanese
- Moshi Moshi — Japanese
- Yokohama Ramen — Japanese
- Osaka — Japanese
- UYA Poke Bowl — Japanese
- Uptown Tap & Grille — American
- The Works Bakery Café — American
- Pita Pockets — Middle Eastern
- Bueno Y Sano — Mexican
- Oriental Flavor — Chinese
