Sakura Chaya – Japanese
Step into a serene sanctuary where the delicate artistry of hand-sliced sashimi and vibrant sunomono salads celebrate the pure, clean flavors of the sea. The atmosphere hums with the quiet grace of a traditional teahouse, inviting guests to linger over chilled plates of silken hiya yakko and crisp tsukemono that provide a refreshing counterpoint to the bold, lingering heat of signature spicy sauces.
690 East Nees Avenue, Fresno CA 93720 https://sakurachayarestaurant.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, raw-food, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Sunday - Thursday
- 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM, 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM, 4:30 PM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for providing a reliable and straightforward dining experience, guests appreciate the adequate portion sizes and consistent quality of the menu. Reviewers highlight the attentive service and steady atmosphere, noting that it serves
Menu
Appetizers - Cold Items
- Hot and Spicy Sauce - $1.5: 2oz single serving of our signature spicy paste and home made teriyaki sauce mix
- Edamame - $7.99 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 - $8.99 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
- Sunomono - $7.99: Cucumber salad Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Super Sunomono - $11.99 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sushi Appetizer - $13.99: 4 pieces (tuna, yellowtail, salmon, shrimp) - no substitution Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sashimi Appetizer - $23.99: 12 pieces Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Raw-Food, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sushi a La Carte - $21.99: 7 pieces Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hiya Yakko - $8.99: Cold tofu Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tsukemono - $7.99: Japanese pickles Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tamago - $7.99: Egg omelette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Oshitashi - $7.99: Spinach Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Sashimi - $18.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Yamakake - $14.99: Seasonal Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seared Tuna - $22.99: 10 pieces Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sashimi Moriawase - $59.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, Raw-Food, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers - Fried Items
- Sakura Chaya Fried Rice - $14.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spring Roll - $8.99: Homemade Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soft Shell Crab - $11.99 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tempura - $9.99 Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Kara-Age - $11.99 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Wings - $9.99: 6 pieces Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Scallop Roll - $16.99: Scallops wrapped in chicken ponzu Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Oyster - $9.99 Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Agedashi Tofu - $9.99: Fried tofu with sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stuffed Crab Mushroom - $12.99 Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers - Steamed Items
- Shumai - $8.99: 6 pieces. Steamed dumpling (shrimp)
- Gyoza - $9.99: Steamed and broiled dumpling 6pc
- Vegetable - $10.99: Warm salad, steamed vegetables
- Yudo-Fu - $11.99: Bean curd in hot pot
Appetizers - Broiled, Grilled and Sautéed
- Beef Kushiyaki - $12.99: Two skewers, beef teriyaki Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sakura Beef Roll - $12.99: Beef roll with asparagus Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yakitori - $9.99: Two skewers, chicken teriyaki Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yakizakana - $11.99 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tako-Ball - $10.99: Octopus Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Baked Oyster - $9.99 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Baked Green Mussel - $5.99 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Japanese Mushrooms - $13.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baked Dynamite - $14.99: Hot and spicy gratin Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Soft Shell Crab - $14.99 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ika-Yaki - $16.99: Broiled squid Dietary tags: 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
Lunch Bowl Specials (Weekdays)
- Teriyaki Chicken Bowl - $13.99: Teriyaki chicken and steamed veggies over steamed rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Teriyaki Beef Bowl - $15.99: Teriyaki beef and steamed veggies over steamed rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Teriyaki Salmon Bowl - $17.99: Teriyaki salmon and steamed veggies over steamed rice Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Sakura Seaweed Salad - $16.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Salad - $14.99 Dietary tags: High-Fiber, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sakura Crab Salad - $17.99 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Salad - $17.99 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tofu Salad - $12.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seared Tuna Sashimi Salad - $20.99 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Raw-Food, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Sashimi Salad - $17.99 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Skin Salad - $16.99 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shabu Shabu Beef Salad - $18.99: Seasonal Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seaweed Wrap Salad - $11.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups & Noodles
- Sukiyaki Beef Soup - $27.99: Sliced beef, tofu, vegetables, clear noodles in a sweet beef broth Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mizutaki Chicken Soup - $25.99: Chicken, tofu, vegetables, clear noodles in chicken soup Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Yosenabe Soup - $30.99: A variety of seafood, tofu, vegetables, clear noodles in soup Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tofu Yasai Nabe Soup - $23.99: Tofu and vegetables in a soup broth Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nabeyaki Udon Soup - $25.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tempura Udon or Soba Soup - $23.99 Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yakisoba - $17.99: Japanese fried noodles Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ramen - $20.99: Noodle soup Available at: dinner, lunch
Sushi Rolls
- Avocado Roll - $8.99: 8 pieces fresh avocado wrapped with seaweed Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon or Tuna Roll - $9.99: Fresh fish wrapped with seaweed Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cucumber Roll - $8.99: Fresh cucumber wrapped with seaweed Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yellow Tail Roll - $12.99: Chopped hamachi with green onion & cucumber Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- California Roll - $9.99: Crab and avocado inside Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Super California Roll - $15.99: Crab with avocado, unagi on top Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Tuna Roll - $13.99: Chopped tuna with onion & mixed spices Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Shrimp Roll - $13.99: Big shrimp with avocado & spicy sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Crab Roll - $13.99: Crab mix with cucumber & mixed spicy sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Scallop Roll - $13.99: Fresh bay scallops with cucumber & spicy sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Skin Roll - $14.99: Crispy salmon skin, crab mix, yamagobo, cucumber Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Philadelphia Roll - $16.99: Smoked salmon, cream cheese, cucumber & shrimp Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sunset Roll - $14.99: Baked smoked salmon with fresh avocado Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Memphis Roll - $20.99: Tuna with avocado & shrimp & crab wrapped in seaweed Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lightning Roll - $17.99: Spicy tuna roll without the rice, then deep-fried with fish egg on top Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caterpillar Roll - $19.99: Fresh water eel, cucumber with avocado on top Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rainbow Roll - $21.99: Tempura shrimp, crab mix, avocado, & cucumber seaweed wrapped with tuna, salmon, and yellowtail all on top Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Tempura Roll - $16.99: Shrimp, avocado, crab Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spider Roll - $19.99: Jumbo soft shell crab, avocado, crab & cucumber served with a spicy ponzu sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Teriyaki Dinner - $29.99: Served with soup, salad, steamed rice, and ice cream, plus choice of addition Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Kara-Age Dinner - $26.99: Served with soup, salad, steamed rice, and ice cream, plus choice of addition Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner
- Hot & Spicy Chicken Dinner - $30.99: Baked over potato salad. Served with soup, salad, steamed rice, and ice cream Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shoga-Yaki Dinner - $28.99: Sautéed with ginger sauce. Served with soup, salad, steamed rice, and ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner
- Sakura Bento Box - $38.99: Teriyaki steak or chicken plus sashimi, tempura, salmon, & shumai Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chaya Kaiseki Dinner Box - $70.99: Soup, chawan-mushi, sashimi, sushi, tempura, lobster & filet mignon Available at: dinner
Sides
- Steamed Rice - $2.5: Single serving of 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
- Side Soup - $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
- Authentic Root Wasabi - $3.99
- Authentic Chopped Wasabi - $3.99
Beverages
- Perrier - $3.99: Mineral Water Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, 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
- Evian - $3.99: Mineral Water Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Fiji - $5: Mineral Water Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, 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
- Iced Tea - $3.99
- Juices - $4.99
- Soft Drinks - $3.99
- Ginger Ale - $4.99 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Strawberry Lemonade - $5.99
Frequently Asked Questions about Sakura Chaya
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Seared tuna is a versatile option that fits keto, gluten-free, paleo, whole30, and several other dietary requirements simultaneously.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data for Sakura Chaya does not specify the exact number of reviews the establishment has received.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- Sakura Chaya offers a reliable and straightforward casual dining experience with a steady atmosphere and moderate pricing rated 3.0/5.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Enjoy a reliable dining experience featuring attentive service, consistent quality, and adequate portions in a serene, traditional teahouse atmosphere.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- Sakura Chaya is a Japanese restaurant with a moderate ($$) price range.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- With a moderate price level ($$) and 3.0/5 rating, guests report a reliable experience with adequate portion sizes and consistent quality.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Sakura Chaya has an average rating of 3.0/5 based on customer feedback for its Japanese cuisine.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Sakura Chaya specializes in Japanese cuisine, offering a menu of hand-sliced sashimi, sushi appetizers, sunomono salads, and traditional hiya yakko.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- Sakura Chaya accommodates mixed dietary needs with extensive options including keto seared tuna, vegan steamed rice, and dairy-free teriyaki chicken.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- Sakura Chaya is currently operational and can be reached through their official website at https://sakurachayarestaurant.com/ for dining information.
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