Sushi Roku – Japanese
Sushi Roku pulses with a sophisticated, high-energy allure, where sleek modern design sets the stage for a bold reimagining of traditional Japanese flavors. Artfully plated crudos and carpaccios take center stage, pairing the delicate sweetness of fluke with bright kumquat or the silken richness of salmon with earthy truffle. It is a vibrant culinary playground where zesty serrano heat and inventive touches like edamame hummus transform the dining experience into a sensory celebration of the contemporary sea.
33 Miller Alley, Pasadena CA 91103 https://sushiroku.com/location/pasadena/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, high-protein, halal, low-carb, keto, pescatarian, mediterranean, heart-healthy, low-sodium, low-fat, whole30, paleo, plant-based, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, gerd, anti-inflammatory, south-beach, dash-sodium-reduced, atkins, tlc, renal, alkaline, aip, zone, volumetrics, raw-food, carnivore, macrobiotic, lectin-free, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 4:30 PM - 9:30 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its outstanding food and perfectly sized portions, guests rave about the memorable experience created by the inviting ambiance. Reviewers highlight the knowledgeable and attentive service, noting that the staff’s deep understanding of the menu ensures a seamless dining experience. This neighborhood addition is praised for its consistent quality and impressive dinner offerings, leaving diners thoroughly impressed.
Menu
Cold Appetizers
- Spicy Cucumber Sunomono - $12: Cucumber, spicy dressing Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Edamame Hummus - $14: chickpeas, za’atar, pita bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Organic Garden Salad - $14: pear, almonds, ginger dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seaweed Salad - $12: plum dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fluke Kumquat - $24: yuzu vinaigrette Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, 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
- Seared Albacore - $24: garlic ponzu, crispy onions Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hamachi Serrano - $26: garlic, yuzu ponzu Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Crudo - $28: avocado, micro greens, garlic chips, sesame soy, aji amarillo Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Truffle Carpaccio - $26: tomatoes, frisee Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Octopus Crudo - $24: yuzu kosho, olive oil, lemon Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Raw-Food, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Toro Carpaccio - $68: oscietra caviar, kizami wasabi, truffle soy Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yellowtail Diced Chiles - $26: olive oil, ginger, ponzu Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Hot Appetizers
- Premium Edamame - $8: Soy beans Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brussels Sprout Chips - $14: truffle oil, salt Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shishito Japanese Peppers - $12: oyster sauce, garlic, sesame oil Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Pescatarian, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Miso Eggplant Dengaku - $14: Eggplant, sweet miso Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green Beans Ingen Itame - $12: garlic sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mixed Vegetable Tempura - $16: Assorted vegetables Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baked Cod - $38: sweet miso Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Popcorn Shrimp Tempura - $24: miso glazed Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Japanese Fried Chicken Tatsuta-Age - $16: Fried chicken Available at: dinner, lunch
- American Wagyu Potsticker Gyoza - $18: Wagyu beef dumplings Available at: dinner, lunch
Katana’s Robata Skewers
- Lamb Chop - $18: soy garlic sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chilean Seabass Skewer - $18: yakitori sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon Wrapped Jumbo Shrimp - $16: chili garlic sauce Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- American Wagyu Beef Skewer - $18: black pepper sauce Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
Entrees
- Grilled Chicken Breast - $32: yukon gold mashed potatoes, baby carrots, teriyaki glaze Dietary tags: Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Filet Mignon Japonais - $54: yukon gold mashed potatoes, asparagus, soy garlic Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Salmon - $38: spinach, teriyaki glaze Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chilean Seabass Entree - $48: spinach, crispy onions, truffle miso Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roku Izakaya Feast - $196: enjoy all of our favorites from the entire menu Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sushi & Sashimi
- Albacore (Shiro Maguro) - $10: garlic aioli, arare, wasabi soy truffle Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Amberjack (Kanpachi) - $12: Fresh amberjack Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sea Urchin (Uni): Fresh sea urchin Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Belly (Toro): kizami wasabi, tosa shoyu Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Signature Rolls
- Baked Crab Hand Roll - $16: Crab, soy paper Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Katana Roll - $24: spicy tuna, shrimp tempura topped with tuna & yellowtail, spicy mayo Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- White Lotus Roll - $24: popcorn shrimp tempura, avocado, asparagus, topped with albacore, crispy onions, wasabi truffle soy Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups, Noodles & Rice
- Miso Soup - $6: Tofu, seaweed, green onion Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Hakata Ramen - $18: miso pork broth Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Fried Rice - $16: Chicken, egg, vegetables Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Roku’s Fusion - $18: Neft vodka, pineapple, cranberry, lime, watermelon Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Heat of the Dragon - $19: Patron silver tequila, Alma Finca orange, kumquat serrano Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Asahi Super Dry - $9: Japanese Lager Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Zen Garden Mocktail - $12: Cucumber, mint, pineapple, Fever Tree Sparkling Cucumber Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Sushi Roku
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- The menu features vegan Green Beans, keto-friendly Octopus Crudo, gluten-free Baked Crab, and low-carb options like American Wagyu Beef skewers.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- This expensive ($$$) Japanese restaurant is ideal for special occasions, offering a sophisticated, high-energy ambiance and attentive, knowledgeable service.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Enjoy the high-energy ambiance and attentive service while sampling artfully plated crudos, carpaccios, and impressive dinner offerings in a sophisticated setting.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers love the outstanding food, perfectly sized portions, inviting ambiance, and the knowledgeable, attentive service that ensures a seamless experience.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer reviews mention no specific concerns, instead highlighting the outstanding food, perfectly sized portions, and knowledgeable, attentive service staff.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- The menu supports numerous diets including keto, vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, paleo, pescatarian, dairy-free, low-carb, and heart-healthy options across various dishes.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include Fluke Kumquat, Salmon Truffle Carpaccio, Hamachi Serrano, Octopus Crudo, and the Baked Crab Hand Roll.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- The inviting ambiance and attentive service make this restaurant suitable for families seeking high-quality Japanese cuisine in a sophisticated setting.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- Sushi Roku is unique for its high-energy atmosphere and bold Japanese fusion, featuring inventive dishes like edamame hummus and salmon truffle carpaccio.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Guests rave about the inviting, sophisticated, and high-energy ambiance, which creates a memorable and vibrant dining experience.
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