Taiko Sushi Japanese Restaurant Irvine – Japanese
Taiko Sushi pulses with the vibrant energy of a neighborhood favorite, where the rhythmic clinking of sake glasses meets the focused artistry of chefs crafting delicate seafood treasures. The experience balances adventurous delicacies like buttery monkfish liver and chilled, customized oysters with the comforting crunch of golden sesame chicken and the fiery richness of their signature baked dynamite. This bustling Irvine staple invites guests to linger over refreshing crab-filled cucumber specials and generous combination platters that celebrate both traditional Japanese precision and bold, contemporary flair.
14775, Jeffrey Road, Irvine, CA, 92618 +19495597190 https://taikoirvine.com/0Cuisine: 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, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Taiko Sushi Japanese Restaurant Irvine
Dairy-Free at Taiko Sushi Japanese Restaurant Irvine
Taiko Sushi Japanese Restaurant Irvine in Irvine has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Customized Oyster, Pineapple Sorbet and Salmon Boat. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Taiko Sushi Japanese Restaurant Irvine
Taiko Sushi Japanese Restaurant Irvine in Irvine has 4 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Customized Oyster, Salmon Boat and Cucumber Special with Crab. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Taiko Sushi Japanese Restaurant Irvine
Taiko Sushi Japanese Restaurant Irvine in Irvine has 24 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Customized Oyster, Giant Clam Sashimi and Soft Shell Crab Handroll. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Taiko Sushi Japanese Restaurant Irvine
Taiko Sushi Japanese Restaurant Irvine in Irvine has 4 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seafood Salad, Yellow Tail Belly Sashimi and Rainbow Roll. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Taiko Sushi Japanese Restaurant Irvine
Taiko Sushi Japanese Restaurant Irvine in Irvine has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Cucumber Special with Crab. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Taiko Sushi Japanese Restaurant Irvine
Taiko Sushi Japanese Restaurant Irvine in Irvine has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Cucumber Special with Crab. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Taiko Sushi Japanese Restaurant Irvine
Taiko Sushi Japanese Restaurant Irvine in Irvine has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cucumber Special with Crab and Salmon Collar. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Taiko Sushi Japanese Restaurant Irvine
Taiko Sushi Japanese Restaurant Irvine in Irvine has 1 vegan-tagged dish on its current menu, including Pineapple Sorbet. 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 Taiko Sushi Japanese Restaurant Irvine
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Combination A | 81.6 g | 88.6 g |
| Rainbow Roll | 1.8 g | 75.9 g |
| Seafood Salad | 33.8 g | 56.3 g |
| Salmon Special | 40 g | 32.9 g |
| Yellow Tail Belly Sashimi | 0 g | 18.3 g |
| Calamari | 2.3 g | 14.2 g |
| Uni (Sea Urchin) | 1.2 g | 10.4 g |
| Sukiyaki | 6.9 g | 4.7 g |
| Salmon Collar | 5.8 g | 4.5 g |
| Sesame Chicken | 10.2 g | 3.8 g |
| Giant Clam Sashimi | 1.7 g | 1.2 g |
| Cucumber Special with Crab | 6.3 g | 1.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Dynamite - $12.95: Baked scallop, onion, imitation crab, and mushroom in a creamy sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Monkfish Liver - $10.5: Steamed monkfish liver pate Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari - $9.95: Fried calamari Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sesame Chicken - $8.95: Fried chicken with sesame glaze Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Oyster Honeymoon Special - $14: Fresh oyster topped with masago, ikura, uni, and ponzu sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Customized Oyster - $12: Fresh oyster with grated Japanese potato and masago Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Seafood Salad - $18.5: Sashimi medley, shredded daikon, cucumber, and ponzu sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cucumber Special with Crab - $11.95: Cucumber and crab salad Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Combination A - $24.95: Tempura, chicken, beef skewer, salad, beans, rice, and miso soup Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- No. 4 Special - $19.95: Baked salmon, avocado, creamy mayo sauce, masago, served on lettuce with rice Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Boat - $22.5: Assorted salmon preparations Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sukiyaki - $21: Traditional Japanese hot pot with beef and vegetables Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Collar - $13.95: Grilled salmon collar Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sushi & Sashimi
- Giant Clam Sashimi - $15: Fresh giant clam, recommended with yuzu paste Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yellow Tail Belly Sashimi - $16.5: Fresh yellowtail belly Dietary tags: High-Protein, 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
- Salmon Special - $14.95: Salmon wrapped around assorted vegetables with ponzu sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seared Toro - $22: Seared fatty tuna with yuzu paste, sea salt, and Japanese mint Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Japanese Snapper - $13.5: Snapper with yuzu paste, sea salt, and Japanese mint Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rainbow Roll - $16.95: California roll topped with assorted fish Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Yellowtail Handroll - $8.5: Yellowtail with spicy sauce in a handroll Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soft Shell Crab Handroll - $9.5: Fried soft shell crab in a handroll Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Tempura Handroll - $7.95: Shrimp tempura in a handroll Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Skin Handroll - $7.5: Crispy salmon skin in a handroll Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Amaebi (Sweet Shrimp) - $14: Sweet shrimp served with fried heads Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Uni (Sea Urchin) - $18: Fresh sea urchin Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Made Tamago - $5.5: Sweet Japanese omelet Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Seafood Tea - $8.95: Seafood soup served in a teapot Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Sushi Bar Tea - $2.5: Traditional Japanese green tea Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
Desserts
- Pineapple Sorbet - $7.5: Sorbet served inside a pineapple shell Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Renal
Frequently Asked Questions about Taiko Sushi Japanese Restaurant Irvine
- Is Taiko Sushi Japanese Restaurant Irvine dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Taiko Sushi Japanese Restaurant Irvine has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Customized Oyster, Pineapple Sorbet and Salmon Boat.
- What can I eat at Taiko Sushi Japanese Restaurant Irvine on a dairy-free diet?
- Customized Oyster, Pineapple Sorbet and Salmon Boat carry the dairy-free tag, out of 6 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Taiko Sushi Japanese Restaurant Irvine have vegan options?
- Yes. 1 dish is tagged vegan on the current menu, including Pineapple Sorbet.
- Is Taiko Sushi Japanese Restaurant Irvine gluten-free?
- 4 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 Taiko Sushi Japanese Restaurant Irvine?
- Combination A, at roughly 88.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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