Yaya Tea – Japanese
Step into a vibrant oasis of color and flavor where the rhythmic shake of tea tins creates a lively soundtrack for a refreshing afternoon escape. Whimsical, hand-crafted concoctions like the glowing Sunrise and the botanical Lychee Tree offer a sensory journey through sweet and floral notes, while signature blends like First Love and Better Life turn every icy sip into a playful and evocative treat.
Lock Street, Newark, New Jersey 07103 https://yayatea.com/Rating: 3/5 (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, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
What to order at Yaya Tea
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Yakisoba | 63 g | 55.7 g |
| Pan-Fried Udon | 37.5 g | 44.9 g |
| Shrimp Tempura with Crab Riceball | 14.7 g | 41.4 g |
| Chicken Riceball | 0 g | 37.2 g |
| Shrimp Tempura Riceball | 14.7 g | 27.3 g |
| Shumai Riceball | 0.2 g | 24 g |
| Fried Shumai (5pcs) | 0.2 g | 24 g |
| Salmon Riceball | 0 g | 19.4 g |
| Vegan Gong Bao Chicken Riceball | 17.2 g | 15 g |
| Takoyaki Riceball | 0 g | 13.4 g |
| Thai Milk Tea | 33.3 g | 11.9 g |
| Shrimp Tempura (3pcs) | 12.3 g | 9.8 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its diverse menu, Yaya is praised for offering a wide variety of options that make it a reliable choice for a quick bite with friends. Guests highlight the menu's versatility for casual dinners, noting that the straightforward atmosphere provides a functional and accessible setting for an uncomplicated meal.
Menu
Fruit Teas
- Better Life: Strawberry, Lychee, and Pineapple Green Tea Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Blue Blood: Strawberry, Lychee, and Blueberry Black Tea Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Boyfriend: Mango and Lychee White Tea
- First Love: Peach and Mango White Tea
- I Love Yaya: Strawberry, Mango, and Passion Fruit Oolong Tea Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Lychee Tree: Strawberry and Lychee White Tea Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- My First Car: Peach and Lemon White Tea Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Second Chance: Strawberry and Peach White Tea Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Sunrise: Strawberry and Mango White Tea
- The Hulk: Green Apple and Kiwi Green Tea
Milk Teas
- Black Milk Tea Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Jasmine Milk Tea
- Matcha Milk Tea
- Oolong Milk Tea Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Taro Milk Tea
- Thai Milk Tea
Onigiri (Riceballs)
- Chicken Riceball Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: lunch
- Crabmeat Riceball: Imitation crab Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Japanese Riceball: Seaweed, crab meat & egg Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: lunch
- Salmon Riceball: Cooked salmon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, 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: lunch
- Seaweed Riceball: With radish Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: lunch
- Shrimp Tempura Riceball Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Tempura with Crab Riceball Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shumai Riceball: Shrimp shumai Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: lunch
- Spam Riceball Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb Available at: lunch
- Spring Roll Riceball: Fried spring roll Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Crawfish Riceball: With seaweed Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: lunch
- Takoyaki Riceball: Octopus ball Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Riceball: Cooked tuna Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: lunch
- Yaya Chicken Riceball: With seaweed Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: lunch
- Vegan Citrus Spare Ribs Riceball: Made with soy protein Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Ginger Chicken Riceball: Made with soy protein 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, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: lunch
- Vegan Gong Bao Chicken Riceball: With seaweed, made with soy protein 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, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers
- Edamame 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
- Fried Spring Roll (5pcs): Vegetable Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Takoyaki (8pc): Octopus dough balls Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Gyoza (6pc): Pork or shrimp Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Shumai (5pcs): Shrimp Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Tempura (3pcs) Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seaweed Salad Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Rice & Noodle Entrees
- Tokyo: Fried chicken served with cabbage over rice Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yakisoba: Stir-fried noodles with cabbage. Choice of Chicken, Beef, or Vegetable Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pan-Fried Udon: Stir-fried noodles with onions, mushroom & cabbage. Choice of Chicken, Beef, or Vegetable Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Yaya Tea
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- Information regarding the hours of operation for Yaya Tea is not available in the provided restaurant data.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Yaya Tea has an average rating of 3.0/5, offering a budget-friendly Japanese menu with a wide variety of tea blends.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Customers praise the diverse menu and versatile options, considering it a reliable, functional, and accessible choice for quick, uncomplicated meals.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- Yaya Tea offers a website and online ordering through their official site at https://yayatea.com/.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- Supported diets include vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, halal, and high-protein, with options like seaweed riceballs, edamame, and salmon riceballs.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- This budget-friendly ($) Japanese restaurant is a reliable choice for an uncomplicated, quick bite with friends and casual dinners.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout menu items include signature tea blends like Better Life and First Love, alongside riceballs such as Spam, Takoyaki, and Salmon.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Visit for a quick bite or casual dinner with friends to enjoy diverse riceballs and signature hand-crafted tea blends.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Yaya Tea specializes in Japanese cuisine, featuring a variety of signature riceballs and handcrafted tea concoctions.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- Visitors can expect a budget-friendly Japanese spot known for diverse riceballs and signature tea blends in a casual, functional setting.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Yaya Tea?
- Yakisoba, at roughly 55.7g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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