Kawaii Sushi – Japanese
This lively neighborhood gem invites diners into a world of playful Pan-Asian flavors, where the enticing aroma of sizzling garlic wings and golden-fried gyoza sets a welcoming tone. Each plate arrives as a celebration of texture, from the delicate, cool crunch of shrimp spring rolls to the rich, molten center of crispy cream cheese wontons. It is a vibrant space designed for lingering over shared bites, where every savory morsel captures the essence of traditional comfort with a spirited, modern flair.
Kawaii Sushi, Baltimore Drive, La Mesa, San Diego County, California, 91942, United States http://kawaiisushisd.com/0Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, glp1, 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 Kawaii Sushi
Dairy-Free at Kawaii Sushi
Kawaii Sushi in La Mesa has 11 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Singapore Tofu with Brown Sugar Boba, Vietnamese Eggrolls (7pcs) and Chicken w/Garlic Sauce. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Kawaii Sushi
Kawaii Sushi in La Mesa has 7 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vietnamese Eggrolls (7pcs), Chicken w/Garlic Sauce and Beef w/Ginger Sauce. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Kawaii Sushi
Kawaii Sushi in La Mesa has 30 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shrimp Fried Rice, Tuna/Maguro 2pcs and Singapore Tofu with Brown Sugar Boba. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Kawaii Sushi
Kawaii Sushi in La Mesa has 5 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Oyako Don, Fried Tofu and Rainbow Roll. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Kawaii Sushi
Kawaii Sushi in La Mesa has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vietnamese Eggrolls (7pcs) and Garlic Chicken Wings (4pcs). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Kawaii Sushi
Kawaii Sushi in La Mesa has 4 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vietnamese Eggrolls (7pcs), Chicken w/Garlic Sauce and Garlic Chicken Wings (4pcs). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Kawaii Sushi
Kawaii Sushi in La Mesa has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Vietnamese Eggrolls (7pcs). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Kawaii Sushi
Kawaii Sushi in La Mesa has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Singapore Tofu with Brown Sugar Boba, Edamame (steamed) and Fried Tofu. 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 Kawaii Sushi
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Roll | 1.8 g | 75.9 g |
| Garlic Chicken Wings (4pcs) | 4.2 g | 58.1 g |
| Shrimp Katsu Curry Rice | 118.4 g | 45.7 g |
| Chicken w/Teriyaki Sauce | 25.5 g | 44.2 g |
| Salmon Belly 2pcs | 0 g | 42.8 g |
| Chicken w/Ginger Sauce | 17.4 g | 42 g |
| Curry Rice | 90 g | 40.2 g |
| Chicken Sukiyaki (Donburi) | 41.1 g | 37.6 g |
| Chicken/Shrimp Katsu Curry Noodle Soup | 56.6 g | 35.7 g |
| Chicken Katsu Curry Rice | 71.3 g | 34.1 g |
| Shrimp Spring Roll (2pcs) | 47.1 g | 32.1 g |
| Philadelphia Roll (8 pcs) | 0.4 g | 30.6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Vietnamese Eggrolls (7pcs) - $14.95: Shrimp and chicken served with fish sauce Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Chicken Wings (4pcs) - $9.95 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Low-Sodium, Atkins, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cream Cheese Wontons (5pcs) - $7.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Edamame (steamed) - $6.5 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
- Eggrolls veggie (3pcs) - $6.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Calamari (5pcs) - $8.95 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried/Steamed Gyoza (5pcs) - $7.5 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Spring Roll (2pcs) - $7.95 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried/Tempura Shrimp (3pcs) - $7.5 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Tofu - $6.5: 4 pcs Agedashi Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jalapeno Poppers - $11.95: 4 pc. Salmon, ebi, imitation crab, cream cheese, wrapped with soypaper Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Tempura - $8.95: 5 pc Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mixed Tempura - $9.95: 2 pc Shrimp, 4 pc veg Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stuffed Mushroom (4pc) - $12.95: Spicy tuna, cream cheese stuffed in mushroom, deep fried, eel sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Meat Plates
- Chicken w/Teriyaki Sauce - $13.95: Chicken, zucchini, mushroom, broccoli, onion, teriyaki sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef w/Teriyaki Sauce - $14.95: Beef, zucchini, mushroom, broccoli, onion, teriyaki sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken w/Ginger Sauce - $13.95: Chicken, zucchini, mushroom, broccoli, onion, ginger sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GLP-1, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef w/Ginger Sauce - $14.95: Beef, zucchini, mushroom, broccoli, onion, ginger sauce Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken w/Garlic Sauce - $13.95: Chicken, zucchini, mushroom, broccoli, onion, garlic sauce Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef w/Garlic Sauce - $14.95: Beef, zucchini, mushroom, broccoli, onion, garlic sauce Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Katsu plate - $13.95: 2 pcs. Fried breast chicken Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Bento
- Bento A - $15.95: Fried Seafood, 6 pcs Cali roll, chicken teriyaki, fried gyoza, rice, miso Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bento B - $16.95: Fried seafood, fried gyoza, 6 pcs tuna maki, 3 pcs chef choice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bento C - $18.95: Chicken katsu, fried gyoza, 3 pcs nigiri, 3 pcs Chef choice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kawaii Lunch Special (bento) - $15.95: 4pc Garlic chicken wings, rice, salad, miso soup, edamame Available at: lunch
- Bento D - $18.95: 2pcs shrimp tempura, 3pcs vegetable tempura, 4pcs California Roll, chicken teriyaki, salad, rice and miso soup Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gyoza Lunch - $12.95: Fried/Steamed Gyoza, rice, salad, miso Available at: dinner, lunch
Soup & Noodles
- Udon Noodle Soup - $15.95: Udon noodle, zucchini, mushroom, broccoli, onion, green onion, imitation crab, shrimp tempura, fried gyoza, shumai, steamed chicken Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ramen Soup - $16.95: Ramen, pork, vegetables, sprouts, corn, onions with miso soup base Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken/Shrimp Katsu Curry Noodle Soup - $16.95: Carrot, potato, onion, sweet potato, beef Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Noodle Soup - $14.95: Udon noodles, zucchini, broccoli, mushroom, onion Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tempura Noodle Soup - $15.95: Udon noodles, zucchini, broccoli, mushroom, onion, 2pcs shrimp tempura, 3pc. Vegetable tempura on the side Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Miso Soup - $2.75 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
Fried Rice
- Vegetable Fried Rice - $13.95: Zucchini, mushroom, broccoli, cabbage, egg, carrot, onion, soy sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Fried Rice - $14.95: Contains eggs, carrot, onion, soy sauce Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Fried Rice - $15.95: Contains eggs, carrot, onion, soy sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Fried Rice - $15.95: Contains eggs, carrot, onion, soy sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mixed Fried Rice - $15.95: Contains eggs, carrot, onion, soy sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Yakisoba & YakiUdon
- Vegetable Yakisoba - $13.95: Cabbage, carrot, zucchini, mushroom, broccoli, onion Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Yakisoba - $14.95: Cabbage, carrot, zucchini, mushroom, broccoli, onion Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Yakisoba - $15.95: Cabbage, carrot, zucchini, mushroom, broccoli, onion Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Yakisoba - $15.95: Cabbage, carrot, zucchini, mushroom, broccoli, onion Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mixed Yakisoba - $15.95: Cabbage, carrot, zucchini, mushroom, broccoli, onion Available at: dinner, lunch
Donburi & Curry Rice
- Chicken Katsu Don - $14.95: Fried breaded chicken, onion, egg w/sauce on top of rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Oyako Don - $14.95: Steamed chicken, onion, egg w/sauce on top of rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Sukiyaki (Donburi) - $14.95: Chicken, clear noodles, onion, veggie w/sauce on top of rice Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Sukiyaki (donburi) - $15.95: Beef, clear noodles, onion, veggie w/sauce on top of rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Katsu Curry Rice - $14.95: Fried breaded chicken, rice, carrot, potato, sweet potato, beef, onion Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Katsu Curry Rice - $14.95: Fried breaded shrimp, rice, carrot, potato, sweet potato, beef, onion Available at: dinner, lunch
- Curry Rice - $13.95: Rice, carrot, potato, sweet potato, beef, onion Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Nigiri
- Albacore/Shiro 2pcs - $7.5 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna/Maguro 2pcs - $7.5 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp/Ebi 2pcs - $6.95 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Octopus/Tako 2pcs - $7.5 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Belly 2pcs - $7.95 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Eel/Unagi 2pcs - $7.5 Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yellowtail/Hamachi 2pcs - $7.5 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon/Sake 2pcs - $7.5 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Sushi Rolls
- California Roll (6 pcs) - $7.5 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Tuna Roll (8pcs) - $8.5: Spicy tuna and cucumber Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Philadelphia Roll (8 pcs) - $8.5: Salmon, cream cheese and cucumber Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rainbow Roll - $15.95: In: Crab, Cucumber. Out: Salmon, tuna, white fish, ebi, avocado Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caterpillar Roll - $15.95: In: eel, crab, cucumber. Out: avocado, eel sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Tempura Roll - $15.95: In: shrimp tempura, stick crab, avocado, cucumber. Out: crab, tempura bits, eel sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Milk Tea - $6.5: Large 24oz. Options: Thai Tea, Brown Sugar, Winter Melon, Green Milk Tea
- Fruit Smoothie - $6.5: Large 24oz. Options: Mango, Strawberry, Avocado, Taro, Kiwi, Coconut, Orange Banana, Sour Sop, Blueberry, Three Berries
- Vietnamese Iced Coffee - $6.5
Desserts
- Singapore Tofu with Brown Sugar Boba - $4.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
Sides
- Rice - $2.75 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
- Chicken Katsu 1pc - $4.95: Fried breaded chicken Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Kawaii Sushi
- Is Kawaii Sushi dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Kawaii Sushi has 11 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Singapore Tofu with Brown Sugar Boba, Vietnamese Eggrolls (7pcs) and Chicken w/Garlic Sauce.
- What can I eat at Kawaii Sushi on a dairy-free diet?
- Singapore Tofu with Brown Sugar Boba, Vietnamese Eggrolls (7pcs) and Chicken w/Garlic Sauce carry the dairy-free tag, out of 11 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Kawaii Sushi have vegan options?
- Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Singapore Tofu with Brown Sugar Boba and Edamame (steamed).
- Is Kawaii Sushi gluten-free?
- 7 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 Kawaii Sushi?
- Rainbow Roll, at roughly 75.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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