Kajiken – Japanese
This vibrant noodle house reimagines the ramen experience, swapping traditional broth for a decadent, concentrated sauce that clings to every strand of thick, chewy wheat noodles. Guests are invited to vigorously toss their bowls, mingling rich oils with an array of bold toppings ranging from tender roast beef and spicy minced pork to succulent unagi. The result is a deeply savory, umami-rich journey where the satisfying texture of the noodles takes center stage amidst a modern, high-energy atmosphere.
7470 Elk Grove Boulevard, Elk Grove https://kajikenusa.com/elk-grove-storeRating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Kajiken
Dairy-Free at Kajiken
Kajiken in Elk Grove has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mushroom Aburasoba and KEEMA Aburasoba. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Kajiken
Kajiken in Elk Grove has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including KEEMA Aburasoba. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Kajiken
Kajiken in Elk Grove has 2 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Takoyaki and Mushroom Aburasoba. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Kajiken
Kajiken in Elk Grove has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Takoyaki. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Kajiken
Kajiken in Elk Grove has 1 vegan-tagged dish on its current menu, including Mushroom Aburasoba. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Kajiken
Kajiken in Elk Grove has 1 vegetarian-tagged dish on its current menu, including Mushroom Aburasoba. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Kajiken
Kajiken in Elk Grove has 1 heart-healthy-tagged dish on its current menu, including Mushroom Aburasoba. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Kajiken
Kajiken in Elk Grove has 2 low-fat-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Takoyaki and Chashu 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 Kajiken
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Takoyaki | 24.9 g | 76.6 g |
| Roast Beef Rice | 57.8 g | 59.8 g |
| Roast Beef Aburasoba | 57.2 g | 44.6 g |
| Soboro Aburasoba | 0.1 g | 20.8 g |
| Tantan Aburasoba | 6.5 g | 20.7 g |
| Original Karaage | 13 g | 14.6 g |
| Tonkotsu Shoyu | 5.8 g | 4.5 g |
| Chashu Rice | 27.7 g | 4.5 g |
| Tonkotsu | 1 g | 2.9 g |
| Pan-Fried Gyoza | 1.9 g | 1.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its consistently delicious menu from appetizers to main courses, guests particularly rave about the high-quality flavors and professional service. Reviewers highlight the polite and attentive staff who enhance the dining experience, noting
Menu
Signature Aburasoba
- Homura Aburasoba - $17.95: Spicy minced pork, green onions, bamboo shoots, seaweed, fish powder, chives, and raw egg yolk (can sub ajitama or poached egg) Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nikumori Aburasoba - $18.95: Spicy minced pork, pork slices, green onions, and raw egg yolk (can sub ajitama or poached egg) Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roast Beef Aburasoba - $18.95: Roast beef, crispy onions, green onions, chaliapin sauce, yogurt sauce, and raw egg yolk (can sub ajitama or poached egg) Available at: dinner, lunch
Aburasoba
- Original Aburasoba - $15.95: Soy sauce base, 2 chashu, bamboo shoots, green onions, and seaweed Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soboro Aburasoba - $16.95: Soy Marinated Ground Chicken, Green Onion Sesame Seeds and Raw Egg Yolk Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Karamen Aburasoba - $16.95: Diced chashu, chili powder, crunchy garlic with chili oil, cabbage, chives, bean sprouts, and raw egg yolk (spicy!) Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tantan Aburasoba - $15.95: Sesame base tantan sesame sauce, spicy minced pork, bean sprouts, bok choy, and green onions Dietary tags: South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- KEEMA Aburasoba - $15.95: Curry minced pork, parsley, and raw egg yolk Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Aburasoba - $16.95: Shimeji & king trumpet mushrooms, spinach, tofu, and red onions Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Unagi Aburasoba - $24: Grilled eel over aburasoba noodles Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Ramen
- Tonkotsu - $16: Pork bone broth ramen Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tonkotsu Shoyu - $16: Pork bone broth with soy sauce base Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers
- Original Karaage - $10.5: Karaage with side of mayo and wasabi-mayo Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pan-Fried Gyoza - $8.5: Japanese pan-fried dumplings Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Takoyaki - $9.5: Octopus balls with sauce and mayo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Rice Bowls
- Chashu Rice - $8: Diced chashu, green onions, and seaweed Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roast Beef Rice - $11: Diced roast beef, chaliapin sauce, yogurt sauce, green onions, black pepper, sesame seeds, and raw egg yolk Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Kajiken
- Is Kajiken dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Kajiken has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mushroom Aburasoba and KEEMA Aburasoba.
- What can I eat at Kajiken on a dairy-free diet?
- Mushroom Aburasoba and KEEMA Aburasoba carry the dairy-free tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Kajiken have vegan options?
- Yes. 1 dish is tagged vegan on the current menu, including Mushroom Aburasoba.
- Is Kajiken gluten-free?
- 1 dish is 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 Kajiken?
- Takoyaki, at roughly 76.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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