Tanaka – Japanese
Tanaka reimagines the art of the Japanese sandwich, where golden-fried cutlets are nestled between pillowy slices of milk bread to create a perfect harmony of crunch and softness. The vibrant space hums with the energy of a modern Tokyo cafe, offering a masterclass in texture through everything from the classic snap of a pork katsu to the delicate, savory layers of a soft-scrambled egg sando. Every bite feels like a playful yet sophisticated celebration of comfort food, inviting guests to linger over crispy katsu nuggets and artisanal creations that elevate the humble sandwich into a culinary destination.
1155, Southwest Morrison Street, Portland, OR, 97205 +15039143326 https://www.tanakakatsusando.com0Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, renal, tlc, lectin-free, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Tanaka
Dairy-Free at Tanaka
Tanaka in Portland has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Curry Aioli, Karashi Honey Mustard and Egg Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Tanaka
Tanaka in Portland has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Curry Aioli and Egg Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Tanaka
Tanaka in Portland has 8 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tofu Katsu Sando, Curry Aioli and Shishito Ranch. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Tanaka
Tanaka in Portland has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chicken Katsu Sando. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Tanaka
Tanaka in Portland has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Curry Aioli and Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Tanaka
Tanaka in Portland has 1 vegan-tagged dish on its current menu, including Kale Slaw. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Tanaka
Tanaka in Portland has 8 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tofu Katsu Sando, Curry Aioli and Shishito Ranch. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Tanaka
Tanaka in Portland has 3 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Karashi Honey Mustard, Miso Tomato Soup and Kale Slaw. 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 Tanaka
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Katsu Caesar | 38.1 g | 57.8 g |
| Chicken & Egg Sando | 41.8 g | 53.9 g |
| Chicken Katsu Sando | 43 g | 50.1 g |
| Smoked Pulled Pork Sando | 42.6 g | 36.9 g |
| Shrimp Katsu Sando | 40.5 g | 33.1 g |
| Breakfast Sando | 103.5 g | 28.2 g |
| Potato Katsu Sando | 90.1 g | 22.2 g |
| Egg Salad | 40.8 g | 21.7 g |
| Tofu Katsu Sando | 41.9 g | 17.2 g |
| Dirty Fries | 44.8 g | 17 g |
| Shishito Ranch | 25.8 g | 11.1 g |
| Pork Katsu Sando | 39.4 g | 9.6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Katsu Sandos
Choice of: Classic or Spicy Sauce
- Pork Katsu Sando - $14: Pork Loin Katsu, Cabbage, Kewpie Mayo, Tanaka Katsu Sauce, Milk Bread Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken & Egg Sando - $15: Chicken Breast Katsu, Yuzu Egg Salad, Cabbage, Kewpie Mayo, Milk Bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Katsu Sando - $14: Chicken Breast Katsu, Kale Slaw, Shishito Ranch, Milk Bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Katsu Sando - $15: Shrimp Katsu, Cabbage, Kewpie Mayo, Milk Bread Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potato Katsu Sando - $14: Crispy Potato Patty, Kale Slaw, Shishito Ranch, Milk Bread Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tofu Katsu Sando - $14: Tofu Katsu, Cabbage, Kewpie Mayo, Tanaka Katsu Sauce, Milk Bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Specialty Sandos
- Breakfast Sando - $11: Choice of Bacon or Sausage Egg, American Cheese, Mayo, Milk Bread Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Smoked Pulled Pork Sando - $14: Smoked Pulled Pork, American Cheese, Kale Slaw, Curry Gravy, Tanaka Katsu Sauce, Milk Bread Available at: dinner, lunch
Nuggets & Salad
- Katsu Nuggets (Small) - $7: Chicken Katsu Nuggets with your Choice of Sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Katsu Nuggets (Large) - $9: Chicken Katsu Nuggets with your Choice of Sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Katsu Caesar - $11: Chicken Breast Katsu, Green Leaf Lettuce, Miso Caesar, Milk Bread Croutons, Parmesan, Lemon Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Miso Tomato Soup - $7: Cup of Miso Tomato Soup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fries - $5: Crispy French Fries with Curry Aioli Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dirty Fries - $10: Smoked Pulled Pork, Curry Sauce, American Cheese, Fried Shishito, Cilantro, Togarashi Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kale Slaw - $4: Green Cabbage, Kale, Red Onion, Cilantro, Korean Chile Dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Egg Salad - $5: Egg, Kewpie Mayo, Yuzu, Green Onion Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, High-Fiber, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: lunch
- Tanaka Combo - $6: Make any Sando or Katsu Nuggets a combo with your choice of one side and a fountain beverage Available at: dinner, lunch
Sauces
- Tanaka Katsu Sauce - $0.5
- Spicy Tanaka Katsu Sauce - $0.5
- Karashi Honey Mustard - $0.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal
- Shishito Ranch - $0.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory
- Curry Aioli - $0.5 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Tanaka
- Is Tanaka dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Tanaka has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Curry Aioli, Karashi Honey Mustard and Egg Salad.
- What can I eat at Tanaka on a dairy-free diet?
- Curry Aioli, Karashi Honey Mustard and Egg Salad carry the dairy-free tag, out of 5 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Tanaka have vegan options?
- Yes. 1 dish is tagged vegan on the current menu, including Kale Slaw.
- Is Tanaka gluten-free?
- 2 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 Tanaka?
- Chicken Katsu Caesar, at roughly 57.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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