Tajima – Japanese
Tajima pulses with a modern, urban energy, drawing guests into a sleek space where the rhythmic clinking of sake glasses mingles with the irresistible aroma of golden-fried comforts. The kitchen turns out pillowy chicken katsu buns and crackling karaage that pair perfectly with vibrant matcha refreshers or a carafe of warm, velvety sake. It is a spirited sanctuary that balances the soul of Japanese street food with a contemporary, high-energy pulse, making it an ideal destination for both spirited social hours and late-night cravings.
4411, Mercury Street, San Diego, CA, 92111 +18582785367 https://www.tajimaramen.com/tajima-mercury0Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Diet fit at Tajima
Dairy-Free at Tajima
Tajima in San Diego has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Edamame. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Tajima
Tajima in San Diego has 2 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Edamame and Matcha Refresher. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Tajima
Tajima in San Diego has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Karaage. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Tajima
Tajima in San Diego has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Filtered Flavored Sake. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Tajima
Tajima in San Diego has 3 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Edamame, Matcha Refresher and Filtered Flavored Sake. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Tajima
Tajima in San Diego has 3 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Edamame, Matcha Refresher and Filtered Flavored Sake. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Tajima
Tajima in San Diego has 1 heart-healthy-tagged dish on its current menu, including Edamame. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Tajima
Tajima in San Diego has 3 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Karaage, Edamame and Chicken Katsu Bun. 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 Tajima
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Karaage | 0 g | 17 g |
| Chicken Katsu Bun | 20.8 g | 15.6 g |
| Edamame | 2.8 g | 8.9 g |
| Filtered Flavored Sake | 17.3 g | 1.3 g |
| Beer | 2.2 g | 0.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
Small bites and starters available during happy hour.
- Edamame - $3.5: Lightly salted and served warm Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, 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
- Karaage - $5.5: Japanese-style fried chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Katsu Bun - $3.5: Tender chicken katsu, house sauce, and fresh slaw in a soft steamed bun Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
Refreshing alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
- Small Hot Sake - $1.5: Smooth and steamy sake
- Filtered Flavored Sake - $5: Light, fruity, and refreshing rotating flavor of the day Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Beer - $3.5: Crisp and cold beer
- Matcha Refresher - $2: Lightly sweet green tea cooler Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Tajima
- Is Tajima dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Tajima has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Edamame.
- What can I eat at Tajima on a dairy-free diet?
- Edamame carry the dairy-free tag, out of 1 tagged dish on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Tajima have vegan options?
- Yes. 3 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Edamame and Matcha Refresher.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Tajima?
- Karaage, at roughly 17g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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