Okinawa Restaurant – Japanese
This vibrant destination brings together the clean, bright flavors of the Pacific with a playful array of golden-fried treasures. Silken slices of yellowtail carpaccio and seared tuna tataki offer a refreshing, citrus-kissed start, while the irresistible crunch of salt and pepper calamari and savory crab rangoon provides a warm, comforting counterpoint. The result is a spirited dining experience where every bite balances delicate coastal elegance with soulful, crispy textures.
130 Old Orchard Square, East Ellijay GA 30540 https://okinawaellijay.com/Rating: 2/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $
Dietary options: halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegetarian, vegan, dairy-free, pescatarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, whole30, paleo, low-fat, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, atkins, south-beach, low-cholesterol, gerd, alkaline, aip, tlc, carnivore, zone, volumetrics, renal, raw-food, macrobiotic, lectin-free, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:30 AM - 9:30 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:30 AM - 10:30 PM
- Sunday
- 11:30 AM - 8:30 PM
What diners are saying
Diners visiting the sushi bar often highlight the Zin Special as a go-to choice for a straightforward and functional meal. While the atmosphere is noted for its casual and unpretentious vibe, guests appreciate
Menu
Appetizers
- Spring Roll - $3.95: 2 pcs. Mixed veggie in spring roll wrapped with Rice Paper Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yellowtail Carpaccio - $12.95: Slices yellowtail w/ jalapeño & special ponzu sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Tataki - $11.95 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Tataki - $11.95 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Edamame - $4.95: Boiled preparation of immature soybeans with sprinkle salt on topped Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, 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
- Spicy Edamame - $5.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, 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
- Salt & Pepper Calamari - $9.95: Deep fried calamari and stir fried with jalapeno, onion, carrot Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Snow Crab - $6.95: Japanese style deep fried braeded, topped with spicy mayo, eel sauce, mango sauce, tobiko. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Gyoza - $5.95: Japanese pork dumpling with mixed veggie. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Rangoon - $6.95: Deep fried crab salad, carrot cream cheese, onion and wrapped in wonton skin Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Tempura Appetizer - $8.95: 3 pcs of shrimp and mixed veggies breaded with panko tempura Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jalapeno Pop - $10.95: Jalapeno stuffed with cream cheese, spicy tuna, and deep fried, topped with spicy mayo, eel sauce, tobiko. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shumai - $7.25: 5 pcs. Steamed dumpling filled with ground pork and wrapped in rice paper. Served with Gyoza Sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Soup & Salads
- Chicken Soup - $1.95: Chicken broth w/onion, scallion, mushroom. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Miso Soup - $1.95: Soybean base soup w/tofu, scallion, seaweed. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Salad - $2.5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cucumber Salad - $4.95: Cucumber salad w/sweet vinegar dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seaweed Salad - $5.95: Wakame seaweed, high in fiber, protein, calcium, iodine & minerals. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sunomono - $6.95: Choice of shrimp, crab or octopus Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Snow Crab Salad - $8.95: Crab salad mixed w/spicy mayo & tempura crunch on top, w/masago & avocado Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Wrap - $11.95: Fresh salmon wrapped w/ avocado, crab salad, served w/ ponzu sauce, yuzu sriracha hot sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Hibachi Dinner
- Vegetable Medley Hibachi - $13.95: Served with soup, salad, mixed veggie and steamed 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
- Chicken Hibachi - $16.95: Served with soup, salad, mixed veggie and steamed rice. Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Hibachi - $19.95: Served with soup, salad, mixed veggie and steamed rice. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Scallops Hibachi - $24.95: Served with soup, salad, mixed veggie and steamed rice. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari Hibachi - $19.95: Served with soup, salad, mixed veggie and steamed rice. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Hibachi - $19.95: Served with soup, salad, mixed veggie and steamed rice. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Hibachi - $21.95: Served with soup, salad, mixed veggie and steamed rice. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Filet Mignon Hibachi - $24.95: Served with soup, salad, mixed veggie and steamed rice. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Hibachi Combo
- Steak & Chicken Hibachi - $21.95: Served with soup, salad, mixed veggie and steamed rice. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak & Shrimp Hibachi - $22.95: Served with soup, salad, mixed veggie and steamed rice. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Marina Hibachi Combo - $36.95: Shrimp, Scallops & Lobster Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Favorite Hibachi Combo - $33.95: Filet, Chicken & Shrimp Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ninja Hibachi Combo - $29.95: Steak, Shrimp & Chicken Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Emperor Hibachi Combo - $39.95: Filet, Shrimp & Lobster Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sauteed Noodles
- Steak Noodle - $15.95 Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Noodle - $13.95 Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Okinawa Noodle - $21.95: Steak, chicken & shrimp Available at: dinner, lunch
Fried Rice
- Steak Fried Rice - $15.95 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Fried Rice - $13.95 Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Okinawa Fried Rice - $21.95: Steak, chicken & shrimp Available at: dinner, lunch
Sushi Dinner
- Sashimi Deluxe - $34.95: 18 pcs chef's choice sliced raw fish. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Raw-Food, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chirashi - $27.95: Assorted sashimi over sushi rice. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Poke Bowl - $17.95: Tuna, white fish, crab meat, fresh mango, masago, green onions, cucumbers, avocado and seaweed salad over sushi rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Chef's Signature Rolls
- S1. King Lobster Roll - $29.99: Tempura King Lobster, Avocado, Cucumber, Jalapeno, topped with Snow Crab and 3 types of Tobiko, Eel Sauce, Spicy mayo, Sriracha Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- S2. Autumn Georgia Roll - $17.95: Spicy salmon, mango, shrimp tempura & cucumber, topped with tuna, salmon, eel, yuzu, wasabi sauce and 3 tobiko Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Soft Drinks - $2.95: Pepsi products
- Sweet Tea - $2.95
- Japanese Ramune - $3.95: Japanese soda with a marble inside Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Sides
- Side of Fried Rice - $3.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side of Noodles - $3.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Mayo - $1
Frequently Asked Questions about Okinawa Restaurant
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu features a wide variety of Japanese dishes including sushi, hibachi, and appetizers that accommodate over forty different dietary preferences.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- The restaurant offers a casual and unpretentious vibe, though it currently holds a low average rating of 2.0/5.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- With a 2.0/5 rating, customers appreciate the casual vibe and Zin Special but find the experience merely straightforward and functional.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- The casual, unpretentious vibe and budget-friendly pricing make this Japanese restaurant a functional and accessible choice for families.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- The restaurant supports numerous diets including keto, gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, paleo, pescatarian, dairy-free, nut-free, and high-protein across its Japanese menu.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Okinawa Restaurant, a budget-friendly Japanese establishment, currently maintains an overall average rating of 2.0/5.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- Contact Okinawa Restaurant through their official website at https://okinawaellijay.com/ for inquiries and additional details.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include yellowtail carpaccio, tuna tataki, salt and pepper calamari, crab rangoon, and the popular Zin Special sushi roll.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data does not specify the total number of reviews for Okinawa Restaurant.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This budget-friendly ($) Japanese restaurant is best for casual dining, featuring an unpretentious vibe and a straightforward sushi bar experience.
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