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: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, raw-food, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Sushi Roku
Dairy-Free at Sushi Roku
Sushi Roku in Pasadena has 14 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Miso Eggplant Dengaku, Chilean Seabass Entree and Roku Izakaya Feast. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Sushi Roku
Sushi Roku in Pasadena has 6 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Roku Izakaya Feast, Bacon Wrapped Jumbo Shrimp and Salmon Truffle Carpaccio. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Sushi Roku
Sushi Roku in Pasadena has 30 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Miso Eggplant Dengaku, Baked Crab Hand Roll and Tuna Crudo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Sushi Roku
Sushi Roku in Pasadena has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chilean Seabass Skewer, Grilled Salmon and Tuna Belly (Toro). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Sushi Roku
Sushi Roku in Pasadena has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Fluke Kumquat. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Sushi Roku
Sushi Roku in Pasadena has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shishito Japanese Peppers, Roku’s Fusion and Fluke Kumquat. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Sushi Roku
Sushi Roku in Pasadena has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Chicken Breast and Fluke Kumquat. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Sushi Roku
Sushi Roku in Pasadena has 12 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Miso Eggplant Dengaku, Chilean Seabass Entree and Premium Edamame. 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 Sushi Roku
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Katana Roll | 94.5 g | 48.6 g |
| Chicken Fried Rice | 64.6 g | 27.6 g |
| Grilled Salmon | 0 g | 23.6 g |
| Tuna Crudo | 38.4 g | 22.8 g |
| White Lotus Roll | 17.4 g | 20.2 g |
| Chilean Seabass Skewer | 6.5 g | 19.5 g |
| Tuna Belly (Toro) | 0 g | 13.9 g |
| Baked Cod | 13.2 g | 13 g |
| Toro Carpaccio | 0 g | 12.4 g |
| Roku’s Fusion | 15.7 g | 11 g |
| Asahi Super Dry | 1.8 g | 10.3 g |
| Filet Mignon Japonais | 38.6 g | 8.8 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
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: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Edamame Hummus - $14: chickpeas, za’atar, pita bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Organic Garden Salad - $14: pear, almonds, ginger dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seaweed Salad - $12: plum dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fluke Kumquat - $24: yuzu vinaigrette Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seared Albacore - $24: garlic ponzu, crispy onions Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hamachi Serrano - $26: garlic, yuzu ponzu Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Crudo - $28: avocado, micro greens, garlic chips, sesame soy, aji amarillo Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Truffle Carpaccio - $26: tomatoes, frisee Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Octopus Crudo - $24: yuzu kosho, olive oil, lemon Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Raw-Food, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy 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: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Hot Appetizers
- Premium Edamame - $8: Soy beans Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brussels Sprout Chips - $14: truffle oil, salt Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shishito Japanese Peppers - $12: oyster sauce, garlic, sesame oil Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Pescatarian, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Miso Eggplant Dengaku - $14: Eggplant, sweet miso Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green Beans Ingen Itame - $12: garlic sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mixed Vegetable Tempura - $16: Assorted vegetables Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baked Cod - $38: sweet miso Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Popcorn Shrimp Tempura - $24: miso glazed Dietary tags: Halal, 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: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- American Wagyu Beef Skewer - $18: black pepper sauce Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free 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, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chilean Seabass Entree - $48: spinach, crispy onions, truffle miso Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roku Izakaya Feast - $196: enjoy all of our favorites from the entire menu Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sushi & Sashimi
- Albacore (Shiro Maguro) - $10: garlic aioli, arare, wasabi soy truffle Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Amberjack (Kanpachi) - $12: Fresh amberjack Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sea Urchin (Uni): Fresh sea urchin Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Belly (Toro): kizami wasabi, tosa shoyu Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Signature Rolls
- Baked Crab Hand Roll - $16: Crab, soy paper Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Katana Roll - $24: spicy tuna, shrimp tempura topped with tuna & yellowtail, spicy mayo Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- White Lotus Roll - $24: popcorn shrimp tempura, avocado, asparagus, topped with albacore, crispy onions, wasabi truffle soy Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups, Noodles & Rice
- Miso Soup - $6: Tofu, seaweed, green onion Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, 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, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, 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.
- Is Sushi Roku dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Sushi Roku has 14 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Miso Eggplant Dengaku, Chilean Seabass Entree and Roku Izakaya Feast.
- What can I eat at Sushi Roku on a dairy-free diet?
- Miso Eggplant Dengaku, Chilean Seabass Entree and Roku Izakaya Feast carry the dairy-free tag, out of 14 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Sushi Roku have vegan options?
- Yes. 12 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Miso Eggplant Dengaku and Chilean Seabass Entree.
- Is Sushi Roku gluten-free?
- 6 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Sushi Roku?
- Katana Roll, at roughly 48.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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