Kampai Japanese Steakhouse – Japanese
The air at Kampai Japanese Steakhouse hums with the energy of a celebratory gathering, where the theatrical sizzle of the grill meets the refined artistry of the sushi bar. Guests embark on a sensory journey through a landscape of textures, moving from the golden, airy crunch of tempura to the delicate, melt-on-the-tongue freshness of tuna tataki and hamachi kama. It is a vibrant space designed for connection, inviting diners to linger over shared plates and raised glasses in the true spirit of a communal toast.
108 North Jensen Road, Vestal NY 13850 https://kampaijapanesesteakhouse.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, high-protein, keto, low-carb, pescatarian, plant-based, low-sodium, heart-healthy, low-fat, whole30, paleo, dash-sodium-reduced, anti-inflammatory, south-beach, gerd, atkins, low-cholesterol, high-fiber, alkaline, renal, zone, volumetrics, tlc, carnivore, aip, raw-food, macrobiotic, slow-carb, lectin-free
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 4:30 PM - 9:30 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the mouth-watering soup and elegant presentation, frequently noting how the balanced flavors leave them feeling thoroughly satisfied. Celebrated for its relaxed vibe and warm, helpful service, guests highlight the staff's excellent recommendations as a key part of the experience. Standout dishes include the flavorful soups, which are best enjoyed within the inviting and comfortable atmosphere that reviewers consistently praise.
Menu
Appetizers
- Shumai - $7.95: Shrimp dumplings served with a side of hot mustard & ponzu sauce. Choice of steamed or fried Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tempura Appetizer - Shrimp & Veggie - $12.25: Shrimp and vegetables lightly battered and fried Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tempura Appetizer - Shrimp Only - $13.25: Shrimp lightly battered and fried Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dynamite Shrimp - $14.75: Crispy panko-crusted shrimp topped with yuzu spicy mayo & scallions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hamachi Kama - $15.5: Broiled yellowtail collar served with ponzu sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Takoyaki - $9.75: Savory fried octopus cakes topped with Japanese mayo, sweet takoyaki sauce & bonito flakes Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sashimi Sampler - $17.75: 7 pcs. assorted sashimi Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tako Su - $9.75: Octopus, cucumber & wakame salad, dressed with ponzu & sesame seeds Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Tataki - $18.5: Seared, thinly-sliced tuna served with ponzu, wasabi oil, scallions & sesame seeds Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Edamame - Sea Salt - $7.75: Steamed soybeans with sea salt Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Edamame - Spicy Togarashi - $8: Steamed soybeans with spicy togarashi Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Edamame - Garlic Butter - $8.5: Steamed soybeans with garlic butter and soy sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Tempura Appetizer - $8.75: Assorted vegetables lightly battered and fried Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Gyoza - $8.75: Crispy dumplings with ponzu dipping sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Agedashi Tofu - $8.75: Crispy fried tofu served with bonito flakes, scallions and tempura sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tofu Bites - $8.75: Crispy fried tofu dressed in choice of teriyaki or buffalo teriyaki sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Gyoza - $9.75: Crispy dumplings served with ponzu dipping sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yakitori - $8.5: Tender grilled chicken and vegetable skewers served with teriyaki sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kampai Wings - $10.5: Tossed with house teriyaki sauce & topped with sesame seeds Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Teriyaki Wings - $11: House teriyaki mixed with buffalo sauce, topped with sauteed garlic & blue cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Harumaki - $10: Homemade pork egg rolls served with ponzu dipping sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Negimaki - $15.75: Tender ribeye strips wrapped around scallions in a light teriyaki sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Tataki - $15.75: Rare, thinly-sliced sirloin served with wakame seaweed, onions & ponzu sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Soup & Salad
- Onion Soup - $4.25: Clear broth with onions Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Miso Soup - $4.25: Traditional soybean paste soup Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kampai Salad - $4.25: Fresh greens with ginger dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sushi Bar Salad - $4.5: Spring mix with crab stick, ponzu & wasabi infused olive oil Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seaweed Salad - $8: With sesame dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Avocado Salad - $10.5: With crab stick, cucumber, tobiko & spicy mayo Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sunomono - $8.75: Wakame salad, crab stick & cucumber, dressed with ponzu and sesame seeds Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Poke Salad - $18.95: Spring mix, seaweed salad, avocado & red onion in a sweet soy & sesame dressing, choice of raw tuna or salmon Dietary tags: Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
Hibachi Entrees
- Vegetable Hibachi Dinner - $19.75: Served with onion soup, salad, mixed vegetables, mushrooms & fried rice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tofu Hibachi Dinner - $20.75: Served with onion soup, salad, mixed vegetables, mushrooms & fried rice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sesame Chicken Hibachi - $25.5: Served with onion soup, salad, mixed vegetables, mushrooms & fried rice Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Hibachi - $28.5: Served with onion soup, salad, mixed vegetables, mushrooms & fried rice Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sirloin Steak Hibachi - $30.5: Served with onion soup, salad, mixed vegetables, mushrooms & fried rice Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sole Supreme Hibachi - $27.5: With house tartar sauce, served with onion soup, salad, mixed vegetables, mushrooms & fried rice Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Scallops Hibachi - $39.5: Served with onion soup, salad, mixed vegetables, mushrooms & fried rice Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Filet Mignon Hibachi - $39.95: Served with onion soup, salad, mixed vegetables, mushrooms & fried rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobster Hibachi - $56.75: Served with onion soup, salad, mixed vegetables, mushrooms & fried rice Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Traditional Entrees
- Gyoza Dinner - $21.95: Crispy fried pork dumplings, served with ponzu sauce, salad, and steamed white rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Negimaki Dinner - $28: Ribeye strips wrapped around scallions, grilled with teriyaki sauce and mixed vegetables Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tempura Dinner - Shrimp & Vegetable - $24: Lightly battered and fried, served with tempura sauce and rice Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Katsu Dinner - $23: Panko breaded and fried, served with tonkatsu sauce and salad Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sukiyaki - $29.75: Ribeye steak, tofu, vegetables, and udon noodles in a sweet broth Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushi Tofu (Vegan) - $19.75: Steamed or fried tofu stir-fried in miso-sesame sauce with vegetables Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yaki Niku - $29: Ribeye steak sauteed with onions, carrots, and scallions in a sweet and spicy sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, AIP, Renal, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Maki Sushi
- Tekka Roll (Tuna) - $8: 6pc tuna roll Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Roll - $7.5: 6pc salmon roll Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- California Roll - $8.5: Crab stick, avocado, cucumber & masago Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Tempura Roll - $10.5: Lightly battered shrimp & avocado Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Angel Roll - $12: Shrimp tempura topped with spicy crab stick Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spider Roll - $16.25: Soft-shell crab, avocado, cucumber, eel sauce & tobiko Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Steamed Rice - $4.75: White rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Rice - $6: Hibachi style fried rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushrooms - $5: Side of hibachi mushrooms Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yum Yum Sauce - $1.5: Side of house sauce
Frequently Asked Questions about Kampai Japanese Steakhouse
- Where is this restaurant located?
- The provided restaurant data does not contain a physical address or specific geographic location for Kampai Japanese Steakhouse.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- The restaurant is suitable for families, offering a relaxed vibe, warm service, and shared plates in a celebratory, inviting atmosphere.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- With a 4.0/5 rating, diners praise the mouth-watering soup, elegant presentation, and the warm, helpful service in a relaxed atmosphere.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- Kampai Japanese Steakhouse has an official website at https://kampaijapanesesteakhouse.com/, but the provided information does not specify online ordering availability.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Kampai Japanese Steakhouse has an average rating of 4.0/5 based on customer feedback and reviews.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Vegan options include mushrooms and vegetable hibachi, while keto and low-carb choices feature poke salad, edamame, and various high-protein dishes.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include flavorful soups, Shumai, Tempura, Dynamite Shrimp, Hamachi Kama, Takoyaki, Tuna Tataki, and various hibachi dinners.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- Kampai Japanese Steakhouse features a moderate price level ($$) for its Japanese cuisine and sushi offerings.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- This moderate ($$) Japanese steakhouse offers good value, with a 4.0/5 rating and reviews praising satisfying flavors and elegant presentation.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- The restaurant supports numerous diets including keto, gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, paleo, dairy-free, nut-free, high-protein, and low-carb options.
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