Sizzling Lunch – Japanese
The air hums with the energetic crackle of the kitchen and the savory aroma of garlic-infused steam, drawing diners into a vibrant space where casual comfort meets bold Japanese-inspired flavors. Crispy, golden-fried favorites like takoyaki and spicy crunchy garlic wings share the table with delicate, chilled bites of hiyayakko, creating a playful symphony of textures and temperatures. It is a lively destination where the satisfying crunch of tempura and the rich glaze of teriyaki turn a simple meal into a spirited celebration of street-food artistry.
6533 Trigo Road, Isla Vista CA 93117 https://sizzlinglunch.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $
Dietary options: 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, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Praised for being a solid option for a quick bite, guests highlight the friendly staff and approachable atmosphere that makes for a pleasant casual dinner. Reviewers appreciate the reliable menu offerings and the welcoming service, noting that it serves as a convenient choice for those seeking a straightforward meal in a relaxed setting.
Menu
Appetizers
- Gyoza - $8.5: Crispy fried dumplings with pork filling served with a savory sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Takoyaki - $9.5: Deep-fried pancake balls filled with octopus topped with Katsu, mayo sauce and Bonita flakes.
- Chicken Karaage - $9.5: Deep Fried marinated chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Chicken Wings Spicy Crunchy Garlic - $10 Dietary tags: Lectin-Free
- Salt & Pepper Wings - $9.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Chicken Wings Teriyaki - $9.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Cheese Fries - $9: On a Sizzling hot plate, with cheese and chili mayo Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Hiyayakko - $6: Japanese cold tofu with a sesame ponzu sauce topped with bonito flakes. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, TLC
- Kyuuri - $6: Japanese cucumber served with a sesame ponzu sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal, Macrobiotic
- Tempura shrimp - $8: Panko breaded deep fried shrimp served with house shoyu on the side.
- Cheese Corn - $8.5: Japanese style grilled corn serve with cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Pepper Rice
- Beef Pepper Rice - $16: 6 oz American Kobe beef, Green Onions, Corn, Garlic Butter
- Garlic Beef Pepper Rice - $17: Green Onions, Corn, Garlic Butter and Fried Garlic Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Spicy Garlic Beef Pepper Rice - $17.5: Green Onions, Corn, Garlic Butter and Spicy Fried Garlic
- Kimchi Pepper Rice - $17: Green Onions, Corn, Garlic Butter, Kimchi base and actual kimchi Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Curry Beef Rice With Cheese - $17: Green Onions, Corn, Garlic Butter, Curry powder, and Mozrella cheese Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Kurabuta Pork Belly Pepper Rice - $16.5: Green Onions, Corn, Garlic Butter
- Onion Beef Pepper Rice - $17
- Steak Pepper Rice - $18: Cubed Ribeye Steak Pepper Rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal
- Chicken Pepper Rice - $15.5: Green Onions, Corn, Garlic Butter
- Salmon Pepper Rice - $17.5: Green Onions, Corn, Garlic Butter Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Tofu Pepper Rice - $14.5: Green onions, corn, garlic butter, bean sprout, mushrooms, carrots and edamame. Dietary tags: High-Fiber
Udon
- Beef Udon - $16: Green Onions, Corn, Garlic Butter
- Curry Beef Udon - $16.5: Green Onions, Corn, Garlic Butter, Curry Powder Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Salmon Udon - $17.5: Green Onions, Corn, Garlic Butter Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Shrimp Udon - $17: Green Onions, Corn, Garlic Butter Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Chicken Udon - $15.5: Green Onions, Corn, Garlic Butter
- Kurobuta Pork Belly Udon - $16.5
Curry Sauce Dishes
- Chicken Katsu Curry - $17: Green Onions, Red Onions, Corn, Curry Sauce (contains onions and mushrooms)
- Pork Katsu Curry - $18: Green Onions, Red Onions, Corn, Curry Sauce (contains onions and mushrooms)
- Tempura Shrimp Curry - $17: Curry Sauce (contains onions and mushrooms) Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Chicken Kaarage with Curry Sauce - $16.5: Curry Sauce (contains onions and mushrooms) Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Croquette with Curry Sauce - $16.5: Curry Sauce (contains onions and mushrooms) Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Fried Tofu with Curry Sauce - $15.5: Curry Sauce (contains onions and mushrooms) Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
Deluxe
- Angus Ribeye Steak - $22.5: Carrots, Green Beans, Corn, Bean Sprouts, Garlic Butter Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Combo Deluxe - $23.5 Dietary tags: Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Sides
- Rice - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic
- Miso Soup - $3.5 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, Macrobiotic
- Side of Udon - $3 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Macrobiotic
- Veggie On Sizzling Plate - $7.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Beverages
- Pepsi - $3
- Diet Pepsi - $3 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, 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
- Starry - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Calpico - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Add-ons
- Curry Sauce Add-on - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Sausage - $2.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Egg - $1.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
- Kimchi - $1.5 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, TLC
- Mushroom - $1.75 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Cheese - $1.75
- Fried Garlic - $1.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Onion - $1.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Garlic Butter - $1.5
- Spicy Crunchy Garlic - $1.5
- Curry Powder - $0.75 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Fried Onion - $1.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
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