Ponzu Izakaya – Japanese
Step into a vibrant social hub where the rhythmic energy of an open kitchen meets the delicate artistry of the sushi bar, capturing the spirited essence of a traditional Japanese pub. From the golden, airy crunch of vegetable tempura to the buttery richness of black cod yaki and the comforting crackle of a searing dolsot bibimbap, every dish celebrates a harmony of bold textures and clean, refined flavors. It is an inviting space where guests linger over artfully plated sashimi and inventive maki rolls, enjoying a dining experience that feels both elegantly modern and soulfully authentic.
286, Moody Street, Waltham, MA, 02451 +17817369188 https://www.ponzuizakaya.com0Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $
Dietary options: halal, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, pescatarian, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, macrobiotic
Diet fit at Ponzu Izakaya
Halal at Ponzu Izakaya
Ponzu Izakaya in Waltham has 8 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ma Dai Sushi, Vegetable Tempura Appetizer and Shima Aji Sushi. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Ponzu Izakaya
Ponzu Izakaya in Waltham has 1 heart-healthy-tagged dish on its current menu, including Miso Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Ponzu Izakaya
Ponzu Izakaya in Waltham has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Miso Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Ponzu Izakaya
Ponzu Izakaya in Waltham has 3 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Yaki Udon, Fried Veggie Gyoza and Miso Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Pescatarian at Ponzu Izakaya
Ponzu Izakaya in Waltham has 8 pescatarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ma Dai Sushi, Vegetable Tempura Appetizer and Shima Aji Sushi. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Anti-Inflammatory at Ponzu Izakaya
Ponzu Izakaya in Waltham has 2 anti-inflammatory-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pink Lady Maki and Miso Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
DASH Sodium-Reduced at Ponzu Izakaya
Ponzu Izakaya in Waltham has 1 dash sodium-reduced-tagged dish on its current menu, including Miso Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
GERD-Friendly at Ponzu Izakaya
Ponzu Izakaya in Waltham has 1 gerd-friendly-tagged dish on its current menu, including Miso Soup. 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 Ponzu Izakaya
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Dolsot Bibimbap | 139.6 g | 75.6 g |
| Crispy Yellowtail Maki | 73.4 g | 47.3 g |
| Pink Lady Maki | 18.9 g | 24.6 g |
| Vegetable Tempura Appetizer | 10.6 g | 6.1 g |
| Fried Veggie Gyoza | 5.8 g | 1.5 g |
| Chicken Yaki Udon | 5.1 g | 1.5 g |
| Miso Soup | 3.5 g | 0.7 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:30 AM - 9:45 PM, Fr 11:30 - 10:45 PM, Sa 12:30 - 10:45 PM, Su 12:30 - 9:45 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Fried Veggie Gyoza - $7: Vegetable dumplings, fried Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Tempura Appetizer - $9: Assorted vegetables, light tempura batter Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Miso Soup - $3.5: Miso broth, fresh mushrooms, and traditional ingredients 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
Sushi & Sashimi
- Ma Dai Sashimi - $12: Red Sea Bream sashimi Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ma Dai Sushi - $10: Red Sea Bream sushi Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shima Aji Sushi - $11: Striped Jack sushi Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Specialty Maki
- Crispy Yellowtail Maki - $16: Asparagus, cucumber, spicy mayo, tempura flake, seared yellowtail, wasabi, tobiko, lime, special sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pink Lady Maki - $15: Specialty sushi roll Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Black Cod Yaki - $28: Broiled miso marinated black cod Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dolsot Bibimbap - $18: Rice, assorted vegetables, egg, served in a hot stone pot Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Yaki Udon - $16: Stir-fried udon noodles with chicken and vegetables Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Ponzu Izakaya
- Is Ponzu Izakaya halal-friendly?
- Yes. Ponzu Izakaya has 8 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ma Dai Sushi, Vegetable Tempura Appetizer and Shima Aji Sushi.
- What can I eat at Ponzu Izakaya on a halal diet?
- Ma Dai Sushi, Vegetable Tempura Appetizer and Shima Aji Sushi carry the halal tag, out of 8 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Ponzu Izakaya?
- Dolsot Bibimbap, at roughly 75.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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